Former Columbus restaurant making comeback with new name, new concept, new location
The announcement of a new restaurant in Columbus marks a new chapter for a local family According to a Facebook post , the family behind the Wood Stone Restaurant, which closed eight years ago , plans to open a new counter-service restaurant in Banks Food Hall, 1002 Bay Ave. The new restaurant, named Niaz Persian Kitch
River watchdog weighs in on proposed Columbus data center. Water Works answers to council
The C hattahoochee Riverkeeper gave 10-pages of recommendations and information about data centers to the Columbus Council ahead of Tuesday’s first reading of the proposed technology overlay district ordinance for data centers. CRK has had its eyes and ears on the rapid influx of hyperscale data centers in Georgia for
Public Notices | Week of June 8, 2026
Legal Notice: In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given, that Toland Construction LLC, License # 51788, has completed, substantially, the contract for construction of A New Events Pavilion for Chewacla State Park located at 124 Shell Toomer Parkway for the State P
Commission approves request for EMS
LEE COUNTY — The Lee County Commission approved a budget adjustment to its Emergency Medical Services contract during its meeting Monday, June 8. The adjustment comes after a request was made during the May 26 meeting. “When y’all approved the budget, it was a little less than what the...
Columbus seeks input on community development plans and South Columbus revitalization
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Consolidated Government Community Reinvestment Department is inviting residents, stakeholders and community partners to attend two public engagement events focusing on future community development plans. A public hearing focusing on the 2026-2030 consolidated plan, FY27 annual action
East Alabama Living 250th Local Celebrations
As the nation plans celebratory events in honor of America’s 250th birthday, a variety of celebrations are being held in East Alabama, with some activities offered throughout the year. The United States Semiquincentennial commemorates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To honor this histori
Suspect arrested in Monday night Columbus shooting that left 1 injured
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus police confirm a suspect has been arrested in connection with a Monday night shooting that left one person injured. 58-year-old Ray Montgomery is currently in custody. Officers were called to the incident in the 1400 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard around 10 p.m.,...
Award-winning film setting biblical story in modern day to screen in Columbus
What started as an idea in a screenwriting class in 2007 is now a full-length movie making its Columbus debut. Music and film producer Domingo Guyton ’s 2025 feature “ Yesterday Today Forever ” is screening at Rainey-McCullers School of the Arts on June 13 before it lands on Amazon Prime Video this month. For Guyton an
Goodwill hosting virtual job fair with remote positions
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Looking for a remote or hybrid job? Goodwill wants to help your next career move. Goodwill’s virtual career center is set to host a work-from-home virtual hiring event on June 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event will connect job seekers with employers...
Phenix City Schools relaunches middle school acceleration program
PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WTVM) - Phenix City Schools is relaunching its middle school acceleration program under a new name: The Advanced Academy. The program is designed to provide motivated middle school students with rigorous coursework, advanced learning experiences and expanded opportunities for future academic success.

















