Columbus Macy’s survives another wave of retailer’s nationwide closures
Macy’s at Peachtree Mall avoids the latest closure round as the retailer pushes forward with its restructuring plan.
Getting a little warmer before a wintry mix is possible for some
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The chill moderates some as we go into Friday afternoon and Saturday. It will get colder Sunday, but it probably won’t be soon enough to meet up with any moisture that moves over the area to produce much in the way of snow or wintry precipitation. The best chances of impacts would be farther...
Georgia Today: Data center jobs report; Kemp delivers State of the State; Synovus Financial...
On the Thursday January 15th edition of Georgia Today: A corrected report shows data centers don't create as many jobs as once thought; Governor Brian Kemp delivers his annual State of the State address; And Synovus Financial is no more. How will its hometown of Columbus Georgia be affected?. Peter...
Stray cat tests positive for rabies in Crawford area
RUSSELL COUNTY, Ala. (WTVM) - A stray cat tested positive for rabies Wednesday, Jan. 14, prompting Russell County Sheriff’s Department officials to issue safety reminders for residents and visitors. The department advises residents to reduce their risk of exposure by following several precautions. Residents should...
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Bond set for three people charged with animal cruelty in Lee...
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Bond has been set for three people charged with animal cruelty, which investigators say happened at a house in the Beauregard community of Lee County. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office says 63-year-old Curtis Dewayne Haralson, 54-year-old Patricia Ann Sims and 27-year-old Tiffany Ann Sims are being...
Freezing wind chills and snow possible in Columbus forecast
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- It has been a cold day today. Those wind chills struggled to get above freezing, even with the sunshine. Friday: Brace yourself for even colder temperatures tomorrow. Lows will be in the lower 20s Friday morning. Highs will warm into the upper 50s. MLK Weekend: Our next system will arrive this...
Columbus honors retired Muscogee County teacher for decades of community service
During a ceremony Thursday at the Pop Austin Recreation Center , the Columbus Consolidated Government honored a retired teacher for her decades of community service. Angie Shehane, a lifelong Columbus resident, worked 47 years in the Muscogee County School District. She was the International Baccalaureate program...
Retired Muscogee County teacher to be honored with designation at Pop Austin Rec. Center
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Retired Muscogee County School District teacher and lifelong Columbus resident, Angie Shehane, is set to be honored with a dedication ceremony at the Pop Austin Recreation Center on Thursday. Shehane served in the district as a teacher and International Baccalaureate coordinator from 1966 until...
First Alert Weather: Winter storm could bring snow to parts of north Georgia this...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A potential winter storm is expected late Saturday through Sunday, bringing the possibility of snow to north and central Georgia. Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day for cold, breezy conditions and potential winter weather. Here’s what we’re tracking:. A shortwave...
Hospital staff, community honor Army veteran and Lee County deputy with honor walk
Hospital staff, family members, and local law enforcement gathered at Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital in Columbus, Ga., to honor the life and legacy of retired Army Sgt. 1st Class and Lee County, Ala., sheriff’s deputy Kevin Hagberg during an honor walk. Hagberg, 55, was hospitalized Dec. 28 after suffering...

















