Cougars Shine at CAU Panther Invitational
HAMPTON, Ga. – The Columbus State University Cross-Country programs turned in standout performances at the Clark Atlanta University Panther Invitational, with the women capturing the team title and the men earning a strong runner-up finish. On the women's side, CSU dominated the field behind a powerful pack effort....
CPD hosts 6th annual River City motorcycle rodeo for Special Olympics
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus Police joined forces with Rally Point Harley-Davidson and Buffalo Rock Pepsi on Saturday to host the sixth annual River City Motorcycle Rodeo. The event provided motorcyclists an opportunity to compete in various challenges while connecting with fellow riders and supporting a...
Mostly Sunny & Seasonal Weekend…Staying Dry For Awhile!
THIS WEEKEND:This morning we woke up to pretty seasonal temperatures ranging from the mid 50s to low 60s across the area. Today, expect lots of sunshine and highs in the upper 70s to near 80°. Weather is looking great for tonight’s Auburn/Georgia game on the Plains. Sunday is looking great too with mostly sunny skies...
Columbus, Ga Weather Saturday Evening (10/11/25) – Kaylee Barbee
Columbus, Ga Weather Saturday Evening (10/11/25) - Kaylee Barbee.
Annual Greater Columbus Buddy Walk celebrates Down Syndrome Awareness Month
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and a local organization held a fundraiser that allows people to celebrate and walk with their buddies with Down Syndrome. Families and the Columbus community gathered at Synovus Park Saturday morning for the annual Greater Columbus Buddy Walk. The Down...
Teen dies in single vehicle crash
SEALE Ala. (WRBL) — Russell County Coroner Arthur Sumbry Jr. has confirmed that a person was killed in a single vehicle crash on Saturday. Sumbry said the accident occurred around 3:28 a.m. on Lato Road in Seale, Ala. 19-year-old Jaxon Cole Griggs was fatally injured and pronounced deceased at 6:20 a.m. According to...
Seale man dies in early morning crash in Russell County
RUSSELL COUNTY, Ala. (WTVM) - A 19-year-old Seale man has died following a crash early Saturday morning in Russell County. According to officials, Jaxson Cole Griggs died in the single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:28 a.m. Saturday, Oct 11 on Russell County 24, about 11 miles south of Phenix City.
Warriors Handle Stanhope 28-10 at Home
The Russell County High Warriors delivered a commanding home performance last Friday, defeating Stanhope Elmore 28-10 in a crucial Class 6A Region 2 matchup. Quarterback Bryson Riggins threw for four touchdowns, while the Warriors’ defense stifled one of the area’s top rushing attacks. Russell County set the tone...
GHSA softball and (partial) volleyball pairings set, action starts Monday
Nearly a dozen Central Georgia teams will be at home when the GHSA state softball tournament starts on Monday. After two round of the best-of-three series, teams advance to the championship round in Columbus. Houston County and Taylor County are the lone top seeds, with Veterans and Perry second in...
Crisp start to a beautiful fall weekend
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Good Friday morning! We’re kicking off the day on a cooler note, with temperatures hovering around 60° under mostly clear skies. It’s a refreshing start—just what fall lovers ordered! Today, expect below-average temperatures to stick around. Afternoon highs will top out in the mid 70s,...

















