Smucker to Expand Georgia Hostess Plant
J.M. Smucker announced Monday that it will invest more than $120 million to expand a facility in Georgia. Smucker officials said in a statement from a local economic development agency that the project would, in part, add a new building at the complex, which has produced Hostess brand baked sweets for more than five...
Fall feel in the air: A pleasant start to October
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Good Thursday morning! We’re kicking off the day with clear skies and a pleasant chill across the region. Temperatures have dipped into the low to mid 60s, with some rural spots even slipping into the 50s. Expect plenty of sunshine as we head through the morning and into the afternoon. Highs […]
Shirley B. Winston murder suspects appear in court
Makelia Laree shares the inspiration being an upcoming gospel play in Columbus. 'Grief Grudges and Guilt' is coming to a theater in Columbus. 6th annual River City Motorcycle Rodeo set for Oct 11. New law goes into effect benefiting local pharmacies. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly...
Woman dies in mobile home fire in Beulah
LEE COUNTY, Ala. (WTVM) - The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly mobile home fire on Tuesday in the Beulah Community. Lee County Coroner Daniel Sexton identified the victim as 34-year-old Kasey Hartley. She was pronounced dead at 5:45 p.m. CST after being pulled from her residence.
Phenix City man arrested for enticing a child for immoral purposes
A Phenix City man was arrested in Lee County for enticing a child for immoral purposes. Deputies with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office were called around 9:13 p.m. on September 13 to Lee Road 210. The witness, who is a family friend of the victims, stated that two children...
Ga. teen uses TikTok to spread love, joy through dance videos
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — In the TikTok bio of Nina Simone Ray she says she was “born with a little extra flare”, but that is an understatement. At the age of 19, Nina has become TikTok famous for her infectious joy and her extra chromosome that makes her stand out. Nina was diagnosed with down […]
CSU to cover $31K in military student expenses if shutdown extends
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A local university says it’s prepared to pay thousands of dollars to help military students make it through a potential extended government shutdown. On Tuesday, Columbus State University officials put the word out, telling military students the school has their backs. A Facebook post reads,...
Columbus Museum introduces Hadieh Shafie’s first solo U.S. museum exhibition
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Museum announced that it is honored to present Hadieh Shafie: Beautiful Words, the first solo museum exhibition in the United States for internationally acclaimed Iranian-American artist Hadieh Shafie, according to officials. Officials say the exhibition brings together Shafie’s...
The buzz about town: Couple wins two Grand Championship titles
There is just something special about this area when it comes to bees. A year ago, David and Lori White of Phenix City won numerous awards at the Georgia Beekeeper’s Association Honey Show, but just missed out on the Grand Champion ribbon. This year was entirely different. The Whites’...
Staying Sunny and Dry!
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - This morning, we start the day with mostly clear skies and lows in the low 60s. As we go throughout the day, we will continue to see clear skies and plenty of sunshine. Highs will climb into the low 80s, and we will have some breezy winds to accompany the afternoon warmth. Tonight, we will...
