Columbus GA

In ways as varied as their names, these folks connected to Columbus and the Chattahoochee Valley lived notable lives and made a significant impact before they died in 2025: January Jim Wetherington , 87, Jan. 6: Mayor of Columbus 2007-11. Chief of Columbus Police Department 1981-95. Appointed by Gov. Zell Miller to...

OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - A group of Buddhist monks walking cross‑country as part of the “Walk for Peace” movement will leave Opelika Friday morning as they continue their 120-day, 2,300-mile journey. The monks have covered up to 28 miles a day since beginning their trek. Their presence...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Multiple organizations gathered to feed and keep the Columbus community warm this Christmas. Since 1960, the Valley Rescue Mission organization has prepared meals for the Columbus community. This year, all about fitness joined the effort by adding a sock drive to the event. Together, the...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Our forecast stays warm through the weekend with mostly mid 70s in the forecast for highs. Those that end up seeing a bit more in the way of sunshine could see upper 70s, while those that stay locked in with more clouds may stay in the lower 70s. Either way, we’re talking above average weather...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- Merry Christmas! It has been a warm Christmas day. In fact, Columbus has tied the Christmas record temperature of 78 degrees set back in 2015. Over the next several hours, these clouds will linger. Friday: The clouds hanging around overnight, and the warm, humid temperatures, will cause some...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A local nonprofit held its first community outreach event created to serve community members on Christmas day. Hope for the Holidays is an initiative presented by The Alikat Foundation, a nonprofit that values bringing hope, stability, and restoration to the Columbus community and surrounding...

On Thursday, December 11, Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) hosted two pinning ceremonies to honor graduates of its Practical Nursing and Associate Degree Nursing programs. Rich in tradition and symbolism, the ceremonies marked a meaningful milestone as students prepared to enter the nursing profession....

A little over three years ago, I wrote my first food review for the Ledger-Enquirer on one of my favorite restaurants growing up, Clearview BBQ. I’ve enjoyed highlighting the plethora of good, unique and nostalgic food in restaurants and other businesses across Columbus. I want to express my appreciation to you, the...

WITH HER PROUD PARENTS – Aisha Derico (center) with her parents, Dr. Larry Derico and Mrs. Vernecia Derico. Friday, Dec. 5 is a day that three seniors from Upson Lee High School in Thomaston, including Ms. Aisha Derico, granddaughter of life-long Talbot County residents, John and Carolyn Lamar of Talbotton, will...

A cybersecurity breach of Columbus, Georgia-based insurance giant Aflac Inc. potentially exposed the personal information of approximately 22.65 million people, the company said in a statement last week. The affected files included names, contact information, claims information, health information, Social Security...