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Georgia

Buena Vista Road fire

Structure fire on Buena Vista Rd in Columbus leaves 1 person dead

Updated: 10 minutes ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal and Josiah Berry
Columbus Fire Department battle structure fire in east Columbus.

Events

Gil Slouchick

Funeral arrangements set for retired Assistant Police Chief

Updated: 34 minutes ago
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By Josiah Berry
The Columbus Police Department has announced the funeral service for beloved Retired Assistant Police Chief Gil Slouchick.

Events

Columbus Fire and EMS hosts 5th annual 'Shop, Drop, and Roll' event

Columbus Fire and EMS hosts 5th annual 'Shop, Drop, and Roll' event

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Josiah Berry
Columbus Fire AND EMS hosted their 5th annual ‘Shop, Drop and Roll’ event yesterday evening.

Events

CVCC hosts Military Appreciation Night

CVCC hosts Military Appreciation Night

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Josiah Berry
Chattahoochee Valley Community College in Phenix City paid tribute to those who are serving as they hosted Marion Military Institute for a Military Appreciation Game.

Georgia

Columbus Technical College announces awardees for Student, Teacher of the Year

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Columbus Technical College (CTC) recently selected the students and teachers who will represent the college as local students and teachers of the year at state-level competitions.

Events

Phenix City Schools logo

Phenix City Schools host ‘Night of Stars’ award gala

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Phenix City Schools hosted a gala to honor its most outstanding educators and staff of the year who have gone above and beyond the call of service to achieve student success and community involvement.

Community

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LIST: Columbus Government announces closures ahead of Christmas, New Year’s Day

Updated: Dec. 7, 2023 at 5:24 PM EST
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By Josiah Berry
The local Government of Columbus announced the closures of some services for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

News

Has the Columbus Consolidated Government stopped recycling?

Has the Columbus Consolidated Government stopped recycling?

Updated: Dec. 7, 2023 at 2:11 PM EST
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By Gabriela Johnson
Recycling has been on hold in Columbus for the last several weeks after the company contracted to do the job ended its contract with the city.

News

New Publix open on Veterans Parkway, 6th location in Columbus

New Publix open on Veterans Parkway, 6th location in Columbus

Updated: Dec. 7, 2023 at 10:11 AM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
The store was initially not expected to open fully until 2024. This makes the 6th Publix in the city of Columbus.

News

Bluebelle Local Mercantile and Street Food Saturdays is hosting their Santa Sale this Saturday...

Bluebelle Local Mercantile to host Santa Sale

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 3:51 PM EST
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By Alexis Thornton
Bluebelle Local Mercantile and Street Food Saturdays is hosting their Santa sale this Saturday Dec. 9 from 11 a.m. -3 p.m.
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The Chattahoochee Valley House of Heroes are volunteering to wrap your gifts as an initiative...

House of Heroes wants to wrap your gifts this holiday season

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 11:48 AM EST
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By Alexis Thornton
House of Heroes volunteers will help wrap gifts until December 24.

Events

Vietnam War veteran laid to rest at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery

Vietnam War veteran laid to rest at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 9:01 PM EST
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By Kelis McGhee
A local Vietnam Army veteran initially considered to be an unclaimed soldier was laid to rest at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery, but in the end three distant relatives showed up along with 200 people from the Tri-City community to pay their respects.

Events

2nd Annual Holly Jolly Market in Uptown Columbus

Uptown Columbus to host 2nd Annual Holly Jolly Market on Dec. 9

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 6:05 PM EST
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Always Uptown says Holly Jolly Market is a perfect opportunity for people to shop for various items, including jewelry, baked goods, homemade crafts, and more.

Community

Audit conducted by Columbus’ finance department shows millions of dollars uncollected

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 5:52 PM EST
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By Amaya Graham
Back on July 25th Columbus City Council initiated an internal audit to be conducted on the finance department. Five months later, the findings are in.

News

Columbus State University hosts its 126th Commencement Ceremony

Columbus State University hosts their 126th Commencement Ceremony

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 1:14 PM EST
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By Alexis Thornton
Columbus State University is set to host their 126th Commencement Ceremony on Dec. 8, 2023.

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AMC

AMC Classic Peachtree 8 permanently closes in Columbus

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 11:30 AM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
According to the AMC Theatres website, AMC Classic Peachtree 8 has permanently closed.

News

The Food Mill hosting 3rd annual Golden Donut Run, benefits local nourishment program

The Food Mill hosting 3rd annual Golden Donut Run, benefits local nourishment program

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 10:45 AM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
The Food Mill in Columbus is partnering with a beloved donut shop to help nourishment programs in the Chattahoochee Valley.

Events

WSFA Holiday Happenings 2023 APP

2023 holiday events across central Alabama

Updated: Dec. 4, 2023 at 2:51 PM EST
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By WSFA 12 News Staff
The holiday season is right around the corner and many across our area are getting into the holiday spirit.

News

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare to hold 29th annual tree lighting ceremony

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare to hold 29th annual tree lighting ceremony

Updated: Dec. 4, 2023 at 12:45 PM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
The 29th annual Light the Spirit Tree Lighting Ceremony is set to take place from 5 - 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 5.

News

41st annual Toys for Tots held to benefit Valley Rescue Mission

41st annual Toys for Tots held to benefit Valley Rescue Mission

Updated: Dec. 4, 2023 at 10:03 AM EST
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By WTVM Web Team
More than 250 men and women were riding in the 41st annual Toys 4 Tots motorcycle parade.

News

‘None of this would be done without God’; Habitat for Humanity holds house dedication for two homeowners

Updated: Dec. 4, 2023 at 9:02 AM EST
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By Gabriela Johnson
New homeowners in the Fountain City were celebrated Sunday with family, friends and some of the people responsible for the building of their home.

Events

Street Food Saturdays event flyer

Bluebelle Local Mercantile set to host outdoor vendors and food truck event

Updated: Dec. 3, 2023 at 11:18 AM EST
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By Josiah Berry
Bluebelle Local Mercantile is preparing to host its Outdoor vendors and food trucks event.

Events

Columbus Convention and Trade Center hosts 8th Breakfast with Santa

Columbus Convention and Trade Center hosts 8th Breakfast with Santa

Updated: Dec. 2, 2023 at 10:52 PM EST
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By Kelis McGhee
Breakfast with Santa at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center is a day full of joy-filled faces and Christmas cheer, and all the proceeds from this event will positively impact the children’s hospital in Columbus.

Events

WTVM set to host 6th annual Toy Drive

WTVM set to host 6th annual Toy Drive

Updated: Dec. 2, 2023 at 11:39 AM EST
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By Kelis McGhee
If you’re in the process of buying Christmas presents this holiday season, consider picking up a toy to donate. WTVM will host our One Day Drop-Off event for our 6th Annual WTVM Holiday Toy Drive on Wednesday.

News

Aaron Cohn Middle School hosts spelling bee competition

Aaron Cohn Middle School hosts spelling bee competition

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 3:10 PM EST
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By Jason Dennis
Fourteen students took part Friday morning in Aaron Cohn Middle School’s annual spelling bee.

Community

The annual Bi-City Christmas Parade has been cancelled due to weather.

Annual Bi-City Christmas Parade in Columbus cancelled due to weather

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 2:36 PM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
The annual Bi-City Christmas Parade has been cancelled due to weather.

Events

Keep Columbus Beautiful Drive-Thru Paper Shredding, Shoe Recycling, and School Uniform...

Keep Columbus Beautiful set to host paper shredding, clothing collection event

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 11:20 AM EST
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By Josiah Berry
Keep Columbus Beautiful is preparing to host its Drive-Thru Paper Shredding, Shoe Recycling, and School Uniform Collection event.

Events

Auburn City Council to appoint Ward 4 councilman replacement

City of Auburn announces event updates due to threat of severe weather

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 11:06 AM EST
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By Josiah Berry
According to the City of Auburn's Facebook Page, some events have been moved or canceled due to the chance of severe weather this weekend.

Community

Dunkin’ Donuts teamed up with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta to send a patient and her...

Dunkin’ surprises 9-year-old cancer patient with SEC Championship tickets

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 11:05 AM EST
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By Madeline Montgomery
Dunkin’ teamed up with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta to send a patient and her family to the SEC Championship game.

News

Christmas Lights (gfx)

Eufaula Heritage Association hosts 17th annual Christmas tour

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 10:52 AM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
The association has created a Christmas tour of beautifully decorated homes for the holidays - homes are open on Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

News

Aflac kicks holiday season off with Christmas tree lighting on tower

Aflac kicks holiday season off with Christmas tree lighting on tower

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 9:24 AM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
A sure sign of the season is when the giant tree on the Aflac tower is lit up in Midtown Columbus - right across from our TV station on Wynnton Road.

Events

Uptown Columbus hosts annual parade and tree lighting event

Uptown Columbus cancels Broadway holiday parade due to weather

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 9:05 AM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
Uptown Columbus is canceling the Broadway holiday parade due to possible severe weather.

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Construction on new Loachapoka park set to begin after roadblock

Construction on new Loachapoka park set to begin after roadblock

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 8:55 AM EST
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By Justin Brown
While some work has been completed, there are issues holding the project back. But now, construction on the park is scheduled to begin next week.

Community

John Shelby Amos II

Longtime member of Aflac’s Board of Directors, John ‘Shelby’ Amos II, passes away at 71

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 11:08 PM EST
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Aflac family and community mourn the passing of John Shelby Amos II.

Events

Columbus RiverCenter set to unveil ‘The Wave’, Gingerbread Village

Columbus RiverCenter set to unveil ‘The Wave’, Gingerbread Village

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 5:20 PM EST
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By Josiah Berry
The Columbus RiverCenter is getting in the holiday spirit this weekend. They’re presenting Christmas with “The Wave” and The Gingerbread Village.

Events

Lee County Sheriff's Office logo

Lee County Sheriff’s Office set to unveil Bundle Up Boutique

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 5:10 PM EST
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By Josiah Berry
The Lee County Helping Families Initiative, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, and United Way of Lee County have teamed up to open Bundle Up Boutique.

Events

Smiths Station Christmas Tree Lighting flyer

Smiths Station Christmas Tree Lighting rescheduled due to inclement weather

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 3:27 PM EST
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By Josiah Berry
The City of Smiths Station has announced that its Christmas Tree Lighting Event has been rescheduled for Friday, December 8 due to inclement weather this weekend.

Events

City of LaGrange Christmas Parade logo

City of LaGrange announces road closures ahead of 2023 Christmas Parade

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 11:14 AM EST
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By Josiah Berry
The City of LaGrange announced some road closures earlier this week ahead of its 47th annual Christmas Parade in downtown LaGrange.

Top Story

Columbus Fire Dept. donates truck to Columbus Technical College

Columbus Fire Dept. donates truck to Columbus Technical College

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 10:17 AM EST
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By Amaya Graham
The fire department usually gives their older engines to volunteer fire departments in the area but with the need for more diesel technicians they believed this engine would benefit the students here at Columbus Tech.

Fort Moore News

Fort Moore releases dates for weapons firing at Northern Range Complex

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 8:34 PM EST
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The military installation says the weapons fired throughout the month will include Abrams Tanks, Bradley Fighting Vehicles, .50-caliber guns, and other small firearms.

Events

MGN

City of Auburn set to host drive-thru Toy Drive

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 2:46 PM EST
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By Josiah Berry
Auburn Public Safety is set to host its first-ever drive-thru Toy Drive on Saturday, December 2.

Events

The presents were collected with donations as part of First Lady Cathy Justice’s Communities...

Auburn Mall celebrates Holiday season with festive events

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 12:07 PM EST
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By Josiah Berry
The Auburn Mall announced festive events and activities happening at the Mall in celebration of the 2023 holiday season.

Events

Polar Plunge

2024 Polar Plunge set for January 20th

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 11:55 AM EST
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By Josiah Berry
The 12th annual Auburn Polar Plunge is set for Saturday, January 20 at Samford Pool beginning at 9 a.m.

Events

Daddy Daughter Date Night

34th annual Daddy Daughter Date Night set for February 2-3

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 11:42 AM EST
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By Josiah Berry
The 34th annual Daddy Daughter Date Night is set for Friday, February 2, and Saturday, February 3.

Top Story

Public forum held to discuss Lakebottom Park trail changes

Public forum held to discuss Lakebottom Park trail changes

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 10:03 AM EST
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By Gabriela Johnson
Changes to a popular park and trail in Columbus are coming soon - but public input is needed before the final plan is drafted.

Community

Christmas Tree

Pine Mountain Christmas parade moved to new date due to weather

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 9:22 AM EST
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By Jessie Gibson
The annual Pine Mountain Christmas Parade is being rescheduled due to expected inclement weather.

News

‘This time I’m for real’: Ludy Christmas Light Spectacular’s last year

‘This time I’m for real’: Ludy Christmas Light Spectacular’s last year

Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 7:09 PM EST
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By Gabriela Johnson
After putting together a huge homemade holiday light display for the public since the 1990s, a Columbus man and his family say this is their final year to do so.

Community

City of Auburn to send children’s letters to the North Pole

Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 4:37 PM EST
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Be sure to add the child’s name and return address so Santa can send you a letter back to your home.

Community

Columbus Police Department to donate check to Special Olympics Georgia

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 3:55 PM EST
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Columbus Police Department announced an upcoming check presentation event, donating to Special Olympics Georgia.

News

Sales increase for businesses in downtown Auburn for Iron Bowl weekend

Sales increase for businesses in downtown Auburn for Iron Bowl weekend

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 11:26 AM EST
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By Kelis McGhee
The Iron Bowl was hosted in Auburn this year, and for local shops and restaurants near the campus, the crowds of people who came to show support was good for business.
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