Columbus GA

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Hot and mostly dry conditions continue for the next few days, with highs climbing into the mid-90s and only a slim chance of an isolated shower early in the week. Expect plenty of sunshine and typical August heat through Wednesday before a front approaches late week. That front will increase...

The Courier Eco Latino Lift Him Up Awards honor men in our community whose strength, perseverance and unwavering commitment serve as a beacon for others. These distinguished honorees inspire those around them—especially fellow men—by walking in purpose, leading by example and empowering others to rise. Keith Phillips...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL)- This afternoon, we are tracking a few stray showers and hot temperatures. Heat Index readings have warmed above 100 degrees for most. Sunday: Another hot day is ahead for the end of your weekend. Highs will reach into mid 90s with feel-like values in the 100s. A few pop-up showers will still […]

RUSSELL COUNTY, ALA . (WRBL) — The Russell County Emergency Management Agency hosted the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation (WHINSEC) for emergency management training. WHINSEC teaches the latest U.S. military doctrine, in Spanish to security force personnel of the Western Hemisphere using the...

RUSSELL COUNTY, ALA (WRBL) — The passion for pickleball has ventured into Russell County as they gear up to open six pickleball courts. Four courts will be located in Seale, Alabama at the Russell County Sports Complex. The other two will be in Ladonia. Russell County Commissioner Chairman, Chance Corbett says the...

Rural hospital closures, healthcare accessibility and the ongoing housing crisis took center stage during a recent Columbus Board of Realtors meeting, where U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop addressed representatives from across Georgia. Bishop highlighted one of the state’s most urgent challenges: the closure of 18 rural...

It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity which Andy Knap has steadily worked towards, having spent multiple years as a volunteer for the collection.

Defining a dive bar is a pretty elusive endeavor because it means something different to every person you ask. To help get a better grip on the very important task, I asked the internet to weigh in on the criteria of what makes a place a “dive” and there’s no real consensus. Some folks believe it’s just the sheer...

TODAY:We’re waking up to temperatures mainly in the low 70s under mostly sunny skies. This afternoon, we’ll turn partly to mostly cloudy with some isolated showers and storms possible. An area of low pressure to our southeast will help kick up some activity, mainly for Georgia, so from Columbus eastward will see the...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Good Thursday morning! We’re kicking off the day with sticky humidity, plenty of clouds, and even a few early showers or storms around the region. As the morning progresses, skies should gradually clear, allowing temperatures to climb into the mid 80s by late morning. By afternoon, expect...