Celebrating 28 Days of Black Excellence. Past and Present: Dr. Robert “Bob” Wright
Throughout the month of February, The Courier Eco Latino will honor Black History Month by spotlighting one local African American leader—past or present—each day. The series will feature trailblazers, educators, entrepreneurs, artists, advocates, and unsung heroes whose contributions have helped shape the soul,...
Planning Valentine’s Day? Here’s a list of Columbus restaurants offering specials
Whether you plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day, restaurants around Columbus are offereing specials during the weekend. Here’s a list of local restaurants with Valentine’s Day specials, according to Uptown Columbus Inc. , the nonprofit organization that promotes downtown Columbus businesses:...
Columbus Nissan dealer honors military ties with new name
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A well-known local auto dealership is stepping into a new era. Headquarter Nissan has officially adopted a new name: Fort Nissan of Columbus. Leaders say the change is meant to better reflect the spirit of the Chattahoochee Valley and the strong connection to military families and veterans,...
COLUMN: The Lunch Box Museum
What kind of lunchbox did you have when you were growing up? Perhaps, I should have said lunchboxes, because you may have had more than one. I don’t remember having one at all. I do remember lunchboxes of all sorts and kinds from my childhood, but the only one I had was not a box but a brown-paper bag. My dad talked...
This Gigantic Flea Market In Alabama Has Rare Finds Locals Won’t Stop Raving About
In an age where a decent lunch can set you back twenty bucks, there exists a magical place in Smiths Station, Alabama, where your money stretches like carnival taffy and treasure hunting becomes an Olympic sport. The Lee County Flea Market LLC isn’t just another weekend shopping destination—it’s a cultural...
Lady Bird Lake Panic Lingers as Serial Killer Theory Falls Apart
Between 2015 and 2025, at least 30 people died in Austin's Lady Bird Lake. Every new body pulled from the water has fed fresh whispers of a so‑called "Rainey Street" serial killer, a story that has rattled visitors and haunted grieving families. But investigators and outside researchers keep coming back with a less...
House fire in Beauregard claims three pets
BEAUREGARD, Ala. (WTVM) - Three family pets died in a house fire in the Beauregard area late Friday evening. Beauregard Volunteer Fire Department personnel were dispatched to a reported structure fire and found a residential structure fully involved upon arrival. Additional aid was requested from Southwest Lee County...
Armed robbery reported at Smith Station convenience store
SMITHS STATION, Ala. (WTVM) - The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery at a convenience store Saturday night. The sheriff’s office received a 911 call at approximately 10:41 p.m. Saturday in reference to an armed robbery at a convenience store in the 16000 block of US Highway 280 East in the...
Columbus State Falls to Tuskegee in the Red-White-Blue Classic Opener
COLUMBUS — The Columbus State University Softball team fell 10–0 to Tuskegee University on Friday morning at Cougar Field in the Red-White-Blue Classic. Columbus State recorded five hits in the game, led by Kara Wegienka, who finished 2-for-2 with a double. Libby Buchanan, Ella Hopper, and Nova Wright each added a...
Above average temperatures expected in Columbus next week
After a chilly night, temperatures will warm up over the next few days with highs in the mid-70s by Thursday, and isolated showers possible throughout the day on Wednesday.
