Columbus GA

LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Board of Education reviewed results from the state report card, which showed multiple schools earning an “A” rating and “Most Improved” recognition. Board members also gave Superintendent Mike Howard high marks in his annual performance evaluation. “We just had...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Depression affects millions of Americans each year, especially around the holidays. Common symptoms of clinical depression include intense sadness, notable changes in sleep or appetite, and feeling overwhelmed by holiday expectations. Mechelle Virgin, a Phenix City resident whose daughter...

A former Columbus sports and news reporter was one of two people found dead in a Hoover, Alabama home Tuesday. Christina Chambers was one of two adults found unresponsive at their residence in the 700 block of Highland Manor Court in Hoover, Alabama, according to AL.com and WBRC Fox 6 News.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Temperatures start warming up in a noticeable way Tuesday and most of the week for that matter. Showers around Thursday are expected to dry up for the end of the workweek and most of the weekend. Full sunshine Tuesday will send our low to mid 20s...

From low and slow to a quick sear, Country's Barbecue knows the way folks down here like it after 50 years.

Today, the Phenix City Police Department will proudly swear in Chief Joey Weierick, who was officially appointed as the new Chief of Police. Chief Weierick has served with the Phenix City Police Department since January 2010, graduating from the Selma Police Academy in April 2010. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Muscogee County School Board approved major decisions Monday night, signing off on a clean financial audit and locking in school calendars for the next two academic years. District leaders say both moves are aimed at long-term stability for students and staff. During the school board...

A semi-truck burst into flames along I‑185 South Monday near Macon Road, sending smoke into the sky and slowing traffic to a crawl.

GEORGIA — The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing runaway teenager. According to police, 15-year-old Demoni Crawford was last seen around 5 p.m. Sunday near the 3100 block of Plateau Drive. Authorities described Crawford as approximately 5 feet 4 inches tall,...

Green Island Grocery , 6801 River Rd, Building J , had its grand opening Saturday, bringing a new option for Columbus food shoppers seeking quality and convenience. The locally owned store promises fresh daily seafood, certified Angus beef, distinctive produce and everyday essentials. Lori Cody, general manager of...