Columbus GA

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around columbus..

First African Baptist Church is the oldest Black congregation in Columbus. In 1840, after 11 years of worshiping with White congregants of Ephesus Baptist Church, enslaved members, along with free people of color, formed the African Baptist Church. They first met in the former home of Ephesus Baptist, built in...

In a declaration that’s become fairly routine this time of year, West Laurens is once again headed back to Columbus to compete as one of the last eight teams who remain in the running for a GHSA softball title. But the Raiders, in order to make their sixth-straight state...

This weekend is jam packed with options for family fun. Starting tonight, there are two entertainment options for country music fans or those who love a little rhythm and soul. The 25th Anniversary of Denim & Diamonds features a night of live country music, community, and purpose. The event held...

The undefeated Carver Panthers — absolutely worthy of a Golden Hand Trophy. They spent Thursday morning with Paul Milliken live on Good Day Atlanta, bringing big pep rally energy to the show.

THIS WEEKEND:We’re starting out with lots of sunshine with some high clouds and temps in the mid 40s to low 50s. We’ll see our cloud cover increase this afternoon and evening with mostly cloudy skies in the overnight with morning lows in the mid 50s. A good portion of Sunday looks dry, but as an […]

SMITHS STATION, Ala. (WTVY) - The Enterprise Wildcats will look to end their region schedule on a positive note as they travel to take on the Smiths Station Panthers. Download the WTVY News4 app to get alerts and stories the moment they are published. Available for FREE in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store!

A deadly Smiths Station shooting has prompted a petition to change the legal age for firearm ownership in Alabama. 34-year-old Anthony Hodge was shot and killed outside his home by an acquaintance, Jeremy Chandler Wiggins, on October 19, 2025. A relative of the family launched the petition because Hodge “left...

The Lee County School System faces tough financial decisions as enrollment numbers in Smith's Station continue to decline.

This facade is what remains of the front office of the Bibb Manufacturing Company’s 750,000 square foot Columbus Mill, begun in 1900 and expanded upward toward 1st Avenue until 1920. It was the centerpiece of the company’s Bibb City. A massive fire in 2008 destroyed all of the facility except for this small section....