Columbus GA

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Colon cancer has typically been seen in adults 45 and older, but now it’s showing up more often in younger adults. According to the American Cancer Society, the percentage of colorectal cancer in adults between the ages 20 and 39 has been seeing a 2% increase since the mid-1990s. Dr. Nukala, at...

It seems like the cost of living and the affordability of life has risen significantly in recent years, but some comparison shopping reveals a little bit of a different story. The average Georgia household spends approximately $278.32 per week on food at home, totaling approximately 18% of their total income. With...

Phenix City honored William David Quinney for his 48 years of dedication to the area and to the city in last week’s council meeting. “Community relations is vitally important for the well-being and growth of this community,” said Phenix City Mayor Eddie Lowe. “…We thank you on behalf of Phenix City for all that...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Volunteers cleaned over 32 tons of garbage out of the Chattahoochee River during the 16th annual “Sweep the Hooch” project, according to the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper. Roughly 1,400 volunteers showed up for the event to clean up the drinking water source, organizers said. The Chattahoochee...

Sometimes the best meals happen when you’re surrounded by plants that are better dressed than you are. Botanic in Opelika is where brunch dreams and garden fantasies collide in the most delightful way possible, creating an experience that’ll make you wonder why every restaurant doesn’t come with its own jungle.

Emergency crews are on the scene of a serious crash involving two large commercial vehicles in Phenix City. The collision occurred on Highway 280 at U.S. Highway 80 West, just south of the Lakewood Drive overpass. Initial reports indicate an 18-wheeler and a tanker truck carrying anhydrous ammonia were involved in...

Lee County’s creative scene is buzzing, especially at Auburn University, where several full-time roles are open in media, communications, and storytelling. These positions offer a chance to shape how the university connects with the world.

PHENIX CITY, AL (March 26, 2026) – When East Alabama Motor Speedway appeared on the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision schedule for the first time in two decades, no one was more excited about it than Tyler Erb. And for good reason. “Terbo” has been...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The public agenda at Tuesday’s City Council meeting was filled with Muscogee County residents raising concern over the proposed data center. A majority of the public agenda focused on the proposed hyperscale data center, with residents raising concerns about transparency, environmental impacts,...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A new recreational space for Columbus families opened Wednesday in Midtown. The community turned out for the ribbon cutting at the children’s bicycle playground at Dinglewood Park. The new playground at 13th Street and Warren Williams Road is a partnership between the Columbus Consolidated...