Jessie Gibson
Digital Content Manager
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Jessie Gibson joined WTVM News Leader 9 in March of 2020. She is a Columbus native and a 2017 Auburn University graduate with a bachelor's degree in journalism.
Before joining WTVM, Jessie worked as an on-air personality and program director for iHeartMedia stations South 106.1 in Columbus and B100 in Albany, Ga. She also served as a producer for the 6 p.m. broadcast for WLTZ in Columbus.
During her senior year of college, she worked as a social media intern for Late Night with Seth Meyers at NBC in New York. Jessie has a passion for television, comedy and sports.
In her spare time, she dabbles in photography and enjoys traveling. She loves spending time with her family and friends, her fiancé, Zach, and her two pups - Dallas and Bleu.
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Harris County School District is extending the Seamless Summer Feeding Program through July 21.
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Beehive Sunflowers is opening for its second year to the public this weekend.
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Sodecia Safety & Mobility Auburn, Inc., a Portuguese-based stamping company, is investing $2.65 million in new equipment to expand its production in Auburn and expects to create 19 new jobs.
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LaGrange police arrested a woman after firing a gun at an annual fireworks show.
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A section of 11th Street in Columbus is closing to both east and westbound traffic for approximately two months.
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WTVM hit the jackpot as there are TWO pets of the week!
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Independence Day is next weekend and the celebrations will soon begin!
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A Columbus man has been arrested after a missing woman’s body was found buried in her own backyard.
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Tom Whatley is stepping away from the tied District 27 Alabama State Senate Race as of Friday, July 1.
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A TikTok famous LaGrange woman has been arrested after warrants were issued by the Pike County Sheriff’s Office.
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An Atlanta-based brewery is soon coming to Columbus.
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The Harris County School District is hosting an employment open house to fill available positions.
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According to SafeKids Columbus, this is the 7th child to die in a hot car this year and second in Georgia.
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A Phenix City dentist was arrested after a verbal altercation which resulted in a man injured in a shooting.
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19-year-old Keyonna James is charged with the murder of 17-year-old Destiny Nelson in 2017.
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A Central High School teacher is being recognized as an exemplary educator in technology.
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Police say 32-year-old John Colburn was driving a white van that was involved in an accident on Bradley Park Drive at J.R. Allen Parkway on June 22.
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As Columbus continues to enhance the Chattahoochee Riverwalk, a portion of the sidewalk will be closed.
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Funeral arrangements have been announced for a Chambers County sheriff’s deputy who was killed in a car chase.
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This week’s pup might have some age on him, but his puppy love is everlasting.
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One school is using Soap Box Derby racing as a way to prepare students to excel in STEM areas - science, technology, engineering and math.
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Phenix City Schools Superintendent Randy Wilkes announced in June that he’s stepping down to take on a role in south Alabama.
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The USDA Meal Waivers that allowed all students to eat for free during the pandemic has not been extended into the new school year.
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Tuesday marks Election Day for the Primary Runoffs. WTVM will have your latest results tonight.
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The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s help in locating a missing teen.
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A sinkhole has caused a road closure on 8th Avenue in Phenix City.
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Auburn Parks and Recreation is hosting the first Float-in-Movie of the season on Saturday, June 25, at Samford Pool.
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With the heat expected to reach triple digits this week, Safehouse Ministries of the Chattahoochee Valley in Columbus is opening its doors for anyone who needs to come inside and cool off.
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Dylan Pegues has since died from his injuries. His family says he possibly came into contact with a power line while trying to exit the car.
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The dogs are in the Lee County Humane Society - which is at maximum capacity. Therefore, the need for a forever home is crucial.
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A Columbus teacher is behind bars after being involved in sexual misconduct with a student.
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Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff introduced a bipartisan legislation this week to ensure that military service members and their families have access to mental health services.
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Fire officials are investigating after a disabled woman died following a house fire in East Alabama.
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Thursday was a big day for Georgia’s veterans as the Senate passed legislation to ensure that veterans get the lifelong care they need.
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The Western Hemisphere Institute For Security Cooperation - or WHINSEC - held a change of command ceremony on Fort Benning.
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On June 16, Auburn police arrested 19-year-old Johnston Edward Taylor on felony warrants - charging him with six counts of possession of child pornography.
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It’s Goldie’s party and he can dance if he wants to - and he will!
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In fact, in the past few weeks, a majority of our high temperatures have been hotter than average - some even close to record-breaking!
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According to Columbus Fire Chief John Shull, the fire was in the 4200 block of Third Ave. The family of four made it out safe, however, Chief Shull says the house is a total loss.
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The new Robert S. Poydasheff Veterans Affairs clinic officially has an opening date.
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The LaGrange Police Department is searching for a missing teen.
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According to a post on Facebook, the shelter is completely full and still has appointments for people to bring in strays and surrender pets.
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Cusseta will open a pad for the summer starting tomorrow at the Recreation Center.
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Auburn Baseball is headed to the College World Series in Omaha and the Auburn Alumni Association is helping fans gather to cheer on the Tigers.
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Businesses in Uptown Columbus will benefit economically from the hundreds of people eating and lodging in the area.
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Both Alabama and Georgia have hit record highs at the gas pump, according to AAA.
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There is currently a police presence on 19th Street in Columbus.
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Governor Kay Ivey has awarded a nearly $30,000 grant to support an Opelika program that guides youthful offenders away from unlawful activities and offers them alternatives that can help lead to successful lives.
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Goodwill is set to open their new retail store in Eufaula this coming fall.
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A drowning victim and the woman hospitalized have been identified after being recovered from West Point Lake in Troup County.