Columbus GA

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William A. Bedell House, Circa 1838, Columbus

This fine Greek Revival cottage is also known as the Bedell-Starke or Bedell-Browne House. It is the oldest extant house in what would come to be known as the Wildwood Circle subdivision. When the neighborhood was being platted for the subdivision between 1911-1917, it was moved across the street to accommodate a new...
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English Vernacular Revival Cottage, 1937, Columbus

I haven’t been able to locate the name of the builder or the architect, but this English Vernacular Revival Cottage is representative of the early-20th-centural revival styles common in the stylish Wildwood Circle subdivision. Many of the homes were the work of prominent local architects, including T. Firth Lockwood.
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Another cold front on the way

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A cold front moves through late Tuesday and could bring a little rain. Otherwise, it reinforces the chilly mornings for the rest of the workweek. A crisp Tuesday morning will turn into a warm afternoon. There will be plenty of sun most of the day. It will be a bit breezy. Highs reach the low 80s.
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Georgia Father of Four Bringing Home Takeout for Movie Night Shot Dead at His...

COLUMBUS, GEORGIA — A 40-year-old father of four was shot and killed in front of his fiancée and young children during a terrifying home attack in Columbus, authorities said. The victim, identified as William “Bam” Tatum, was returning home on the night of October 10 with takeout food...
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Chris Kelley announces run for District 7 Columbus City Council seat

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Chris Kelley announced Monday that he is running for the District 7 Columbus City Council seat. Kelley was joined by Shawna Love during his campaign announcement. Love, who had previously entered the race, announced she is withdrawing her candidacy to support Kelley. Kelley said the two decided...
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Shawna Love Withdraws from District 7 Race, Endorses Chris Kelly in Message of Unity

In a rare and heartfelt show of humility and collaboration, former Columbus City Council District 7 candidate Shawna Love announced she is withdrawing from the race to endorse fellow candidate Chris Kelly, pledging her full support and resources toward a shared vision for the community. Speaking before a crowd of...
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Popular BBQ spot closing due to Columbus ‘Spiderweb’ construction

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Neicy’s BBQ in Columbus is closing its doors after 10 years of service due to nearby construction on Buena Vista Road. Construction is occurring on at the ‘Spiderweb’ intersection, which connects multiple streets like Buena Vista and Andrews Road. Neicy’s BBQ is located off Andrews Road, whose...
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Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office awarded $141K grant for DUI enforcement

ATLANTA (WRBL) — The Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office is one of 26 law enforcement agencies in Georgia that will receive a grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). The sheriff’s office will receive a Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic (H.E.A.T) grant in the amount of $141,679.01 for FY2026....
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Search for Columbus’ next city manager enters final stages, mayor says

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The search for a new Columbus city manager is nearing its final stages as the city prepares to interview five candidates this week. Mayor Skip Henderson confirmed Monday that the finalists — a mix of local and out-of-town applicants — will be interviewed Tuesday. “It’s been almost 30 years...
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Columbus photographer transferred to serve time on previous charges

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - According to officials, Ritchie White reported to the Muscogee County Jail on Friday, Oct. 17 to be transferred to the Department of Corrections to serve time on old charges. The Columbus photographer was arrested in April for 10 counts of sexual exploitation of children. According to...

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