Columbus GA

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Airport Commission called a special meeting Thursday with only two public items on the agenda, including an open commission seat. This special-called meeting came weeks after a contentious city council session, where council members raised concerns about the airport’s finances,...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Piedmont Columbus Regional hosted an honor walk Thursday commemorating a hero’s final act of service. Retired Army Sgt. 1st Class and Lee County, Ala. Deputy Sheriff Kevin Hagberg was hospitalized Dec. 28 after suffering multiple strokes. The 55-year-old served in the U.S. Army and was deployed...

The Phenix City Police Department is proud to announce the official appointment of Donnie Thomas as our new Assistant Chief of Police. Assistant Chief Thomas brings more than 20 years of dedicated service with the Phenix City Police Department. Throughout his career, he has served in Patrol, Criminal Investigations,...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- Get ready for another foggy night. Areas of dense fog will be possible again on Friday morning thanks to these clouds and warm, humid conditions. Friday: Our next front will begin to move through the southeast on Friday. Flash flooding is a concern across much of Alabama tomorrow. Across the...

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a...

Stacker compiled a list of the most Shazamed songs in Columbus. Data is as of January 08, 2026. Keep reading to see which of your favorite songs made the list. #23. wgft (feat. Burna Boy) - Artist: Gunna. - Popularity in other metros. --- Top 10 song in two other...

On Tuesday morning, Donnie Thomas was sworn in as the Assistant Police Chief for the Phenix City Police Department, a position formerly held by new Police Chief Joseph Weierick. The following employees were recognized for their years of service: Andrew Patterson – five years (Engineering), Xavier De Alba-Llamas –...

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $43.8 million in grants to help low-income households across Alabama pay heating and cooling costs, including $881,019 for the Macon-Russell Community Action Agency Inc. The funding will support the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which provides emergency assistance to...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The City of Columbus will present its official MLK “Dream Lives” celebration on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. The free public event will honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with two main activities. A Walk of Unity begins at 9 a.m. at the Judicial Center at 9th Street and 1st Avenue....

Columbus is no stranger to making headlines for its community spirit and the remarkable achievements of its residents. This year, multiple Columbus residents have been named to Georgia Trend magazine’s 2026 “ 100 Most Influential Georgians ” list, an annual curation of leaders in business, government, education and...