Groundbreaking begins for runway reconstruction project at Columbus Airport
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Major construction is officially underway at Columbus Airport, where crews have begun a full runway reconstruction project. The airport held its final round of flights on Monday before construction halted all commercial, military and large aviation operations, according to airport officials....
Columbus Clingstones mascot Fuzzy visits kids at local hospital
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The official mascot of the Columbus Clingstones made an appearance at the hospital to visit kids receiving treatment there. Fuzzy’s visit came ahead of the Clingstones’ “Friends of the Bill and Olivia Amos Children’s Hospital Night,” which is set for Friday night at Synovus Park. The...
Brewer Early Innovation Academy welcomes students back to school
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Students headed back to school across Muscogee County Monday morning. Educators and community members greeted students with smiles and high fives on the first day at Brewer Early Innovation Academy. Doors opened at 7 a.m., giving students time to adjust to their school routine. Teachers guided...
Back-to-school interview with Muscogee County Schools Superintendent Dr. David Lewis
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Muscogee County School District Superintendent Dr. David Lewis stopped by Monday to discuss the first day of school. Lewis explained that although the rainy weather did not help with concerns of delays on the first day, it wasn’t anything unexpected. He also talked about the new safety...
Flood advisory issued for Barbour and Russell counties until Sunday evening caused by excessive...
On Sunday at 3:33 p.m. a flood advisory was released by the National Weather Service in effect until 7 p.m. for Barbour and Russell counties. The weather service states, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," explains the weather service. "Turn...
The Columbus Musuem Serves up Daily Special: The Art of John Miller
COLUMBUS, GA – August 4, 2025 – The Columbus Museum invites the community to pull up a chair and enjoy Daily Special: The Art of John Miller, on view from August 12, 2025, to January 4, 2026. This colorful and nostalgic exhibition serves up a visual feast of...
Synovus and Pinnacle Bank announce $8.6B merger
Two major regional banks in Georgia and Tennessee are combining in the largest bank merger of the year. Columbus-based Synovus and Nashville-based Pinnacle Bank will join in an all-stock transaction valued at $8.6 billion. The combined companies, which will have $116 billion in total assets and $95 billion in...
Possible changes coming to Phenix City’s Accelerated Academy
Federal judge orders release of man arrested in Opelika during El Patron investigation. Monday Morning Weather on the Go (8/4/25) Americus police seek info after person shot at apartment complex. Americus police are seeking information regarding an apartment complex shooting that left one person injured. 1 injured in...
MCSD Students and faculty return for first day of school
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Summer break is officially over for students in the Muscogee County School District as they returned to the classroom Monday morning. Some students wished for a little more time off, while others were eager to dive into a new school year. MCSD Superintendent Dr. David Lewis...
Lee County program helps young adults build brighter futures
The Opelika Housing Authority’s YouthBuild Program celebrated the graduation of 13 young adults. This program offers a fresh start for those who haven't completed high school, providing a path to earn a GED or certifications while gaining valuable job training. Participants in the program spend six to eight months...
