Columbus GA

Golden Gophers quarterback Jayden Powell accounted for three touchdowns, and teammate Anthony Robinson added TD runs of 36 and 45 yards in the second half.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Good Friday morning! We’re waking up to a chilly start across the region, with most spots in the low to mid 40s — and a few upper 30s showing up — but get ready for another gorgeous day ahead. This afternoon, temperatures climb to about five degrees above average, landing in […]

A recent post on social media has sparked a conversation about job opportunities in the hospitality sector in Columbus. The user, who is new to the city, is seeking a second job to better integrate into the community. They have expressed a preference for server or bar back roles in smaller, local establishments near...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Cascade Hills Church in Columbus is holding a food distribution day for those who are active duty military, veterans, retirees, National Guard, Reservists and furloughed government employees. The drive is set for Friday Nov. 14th, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at 727 54th Street in Columbus. All...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- Happy Friday! There are several playoff games happening tonight, and we have the perfect weather to go with it. Winds will be calm throughout the evening. Plus, temperatures will drop into the 50s by the time the game starts. The Weekend: Get ready for a great weekend. Temperatures will sit in...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Lee County Board of Education voted unanimously Monday to restructure Smiths Station’s four elementary schools by grade level instead of location, responding to declining student enrollment over the past decade. Starting at the beginning of the 2026 school year, students will attend...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Police Department is asking the public for help in locating 14-year-old Lapri Pugh-English. According to CPD, Lapri was last seen around 8 a.m. on November 11 in the 3000 block of Grenada Dr. Lapri is 5′4″, weighs 110 lbs, has black hair and brown...

A man charged with murder and rape in the 2015 death of a Columbus woman will stand trial next week in Muscogee County, according to court documents. Court documents say Stacey Gray, 55, is charged with malice murder, felony murder, murder, aggravated assault, kidnapping and rape in the 2015 death of Renee Eldridge....

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Those freezing temperatures early in the week are a distant memory as warmer weather continues to build, especially during the afternoons. Rain stays out of the forecast until at least mid next week with the best chance not until late next week. Lots of sun Friday....

A celebration of Kenneth Funderburk’s life will be held at the First Baptist Church of Columbus, Georgia, at 11:00 am, on Saturday, November 15th, 2025, with Dr. Jimmy Elder officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memory Gardens in Phenix City, AL. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until 11:00 am,...