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Education

County Curriculum Conversation: Understanding Georgia Milestone Reports

Harris County School District to hold virtual meeting for Georgia Milestone score reports

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Harris County School District is holding a virtual meeting for parents to help them understand their children’s Georgia Milestone score reports.

Community

$18M upgrades for Columbus’ Miller Rd. exit and bridge to begin soon

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Traffic delays and orange barrels are something residents near Miller Road in Columbus will see for the next year.

Scott's Miracle Riders

Day 17: Scott Miracle Riders head to San Francisco in last days of ride

Scott’s Miracle Riders head to San Francicso on Day 17

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Only five days are left in their ride, ending this Saturday, June 10.

Events

Saint James AME Church

Saint James AME Church to hold 23rd annual gospel fest June 10

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
This occasion is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be provided.

Politics

LaGrange mayor, city council members sworn into office

City of LaGrange urging residents to vote in District 1 city council election

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Jatavia O'Neal
LaGrange city officials ask registered voting residents to vote for the city council’s District 1 seat in the election happening on June 20.

Alabama

Donghee America invests $63M in manufacturing operation in Auburn

Donghee America invests $63M in manufacturing operation in Auburn

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Jessie Gibson
Donghee America is creating 100 additional jobs by expanding its presence in Auburn.

News

Heritage Art Center logo

Heritage Art Center in Columbus welcomes Artist Anonymous to present “Cyclical”

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 7:36 PM EDT
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By Gabriela Johnson
“I guess it’s almost like having a house party, it’s like all your friends get together and do something cool. It’s like showing people, ‘hey, we do stuff, we make things’”, says one artist featured in the show.

Scott's Miracle Riders

Day 16: Scott’s Miracle Riders continue travels for CSU’s nursing program

Day 16: Scott’s Miracle Riders continue travels for CSU’s nursing program

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 6:07 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Scott Ressmeyer checks in with Barbara on day 16 out of 21 on their cross-country fundraising journey for Columbus State University’s Nursing Program.

Alabama

The Funky Goat

Restaurant owners host crawfish fundraiser in support of Dadeville shooting victims

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 4:29 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Weeks after a shooting at a Sweet 16 birthday party, leaving four dead and dozens more injured, the city of Dadeville soaked up the sun during a crawfish boil in the Downtown area over the weekend.

National

(From left) Kathy Najimy, Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker star in "Hocus Pocus 2."

‘Hocus Pocus 3′ is happening, Disney official confirms

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 1:15 PM EDT
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By Emily Van de Riet
Another “Hocus Pocus” film is in the works, Disney officials confirmed this week.
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Scott’s Miracle Riders check in on day 15

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 10:39 AM EDT
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By WTVM Web Team
Scott Ressmeyer checks in with Cheryl and Ben on day 15 out of 21 on their cross-country fundraising journey for Columbus State University’s nursing program.

Events

Community celebrates 10th annual Colgay Pride Festival

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 4:28 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
In Columbus, the community celebrated pride month in Uptown yesterday.

Events

Scofflaw Brewing Company opens in Columbus

Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 12:02 PM EDT
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By Gabriela Johnson
The wait is finally over for one of the newest additions to Midcity yards in Columbus.

Crime

Columbus police releases results on “Tap the Brakes” operation

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 6:08 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Columbus police released the stats for its latest one-day operation, “Tap the Brakes.”

News

Goodwill Construction Ready program graduates a new class

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 12:22 PM EDT
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By Gabriela Johnson
“It was challenging, stressful, nerve-wrecking, but it’s amazing to be finally done and to be matched with Range Water, says graduate, Jaline McMillan.

Crime

Columbus PD: Man turns himself in after several stolen ATVs, dirt bikes found at home

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 10:34 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
A man is behind bars after turning himself in on multiple counts of theft by taking.

Events

Columbus RiverCenter to host Miss Georgia Scholarship Competition starting June 14

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:18 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Miss Georgia Scholarship Competition will celebrate 78 years from June 14 to Jun 17 at the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts in historic Uptown Columbus.

News

Columbus Police Department seeking votes for K9 competition

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:15 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Columbus Police Department asks for the community’s help in a competition to receive a new K9 for the department.

Community

Mayor: Uptown Columbus parking to remain free with exceptions

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:11 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
According to Mayor Skip Henderson, parking within the Uptown district will remain free on the weekend of June 9- June 11.

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Golf Suites entertainment venue coming to Opelika

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:48 PM EDT
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By Reagan Ranzer
The city of Opelika is planning to welcome a new golf entertainment venue in the next year, and many residents are looking “fore”-ward to it.

Top Story

Columbus’ Minnie’s Uptown Restaurant founder dies at 89

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:24 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
Columbus’ Minnie’s Uptown Restaurant founder dies at 89

Scott's Miracle Riders

Miracle Riders check in from Montana on day 12

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 10:46 AM EDT
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By WTVM Web Team
Scott Ressmeyer and Gary McDowell join Ben and Cheryl Friday morning as they continue their cross-country trip.

Events

Parking issues arise in anticipation of the Republican Convention

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 6:44 PM EDT
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By Katrice Nolan
Issues over parking have come up, after the Columbus River Center is expecting several high profile politicians to be in town for the Georgia republican convention.

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Auburn hosting NCAA Baseball Regionals causing economic impact

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 5:44 PM EDT
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By Reagan Ranzer
The city of Auburn is hosting the NCAA baseball regional for the second straight year in a row. The tournament will be in full swing starting Friday.

Top Story

Update on road construction and conditions in Chambers County

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:20 PM EDT
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By Reagan Ranzer
It has been over a month since severe flooding came through Chambers County, affecting bridges and pipes and closing down several county roads. This halts the 10-year transportation plan to fix county roads that need attention.

Top Story

New businesses popping up in downtown Auburn, including Lululemon, Stacks and more

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:14 PM EDT
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By Reagan Ranzer
Downtown Auburn is booming, with new businesses coming to the Plains. Four restaurants and a popular donut shop recently closed down last year, making room for new establishments to open, and many residents are ready to see what downtown will offer.

Events

2023 Junior boys World Series coming to Opelika in July

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 3:58 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
The 2023 Junior Boys World Series is coming to Opelika’s West Ridge Park July 21-26.

Events

Mayor Skip Henderson hosts ‘Let’s talk with the mayor’ event

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 12:24 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
Mayor Skip Henderson and other city leaders gathered to answer questions from people in Columbus yesterday.

Events

The city of Columbus set to host Juneteenth Jubilee

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 12:17 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
The city of Columbus is proud to again celebrate the Juneteenth holiday by coordinating a series of events and activities in honor of the national holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.

Scott's Miracle Riders

Scott’s Miracle Riders check in from North Dakota

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 12:14 PM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
Scott Ressmeyer checks in with Ben and Cheryl from North Dakota.

Community

Harris County school to be begin free summer meal program for children

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 11:33 AM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Summer Seamless Options program for Harris County schools will soon resume.

Crime

Two injured in shooting on Bismark Drive in Columbus, police confirm

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 10:15 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Columbus police confirm two people were shot in an overnight shooting in east Columbus.

Health

Doctor from Columbus Memory Center provides detailed insight into dementia

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 6:05 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Carter Center announced former First Lady Rosalynn Carter had been diagnosed with dementia, and many questions are arising about the illness, treatment and its possible impact on mental health.

Events

Winn-Dixie celebrates newly remodeled store with Columbus community

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 6:00 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
Winn-Dixie will officially reveal its newly remodeled store on Wednesday, May 31.

Community

Columbus High School’s well-known staircase undergoing summer makeover

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:16 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The famous steep staircase that sits in front of Columbus High School on Cherokee Avenue is getting a makeover this summer.

Events

Fort Moore kicks off day one of annual drill sergeant competition

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 4:23 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Nine drill sergeants from the 194th Armored Brigade, 197th and 198th Infantry Brigade compete to receive the top honor.

Community

Columbus recognized as Bicycle Friendly Community by League of American Bicyclists

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 1:14 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
The League of American Bicyclists honored the efforts of Columbus to build better places for people to bike, by renewing the bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award first presented in 2014.

Top Story

Publix holds grand opening in Midland Commons

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 10:53 AM EDT
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By Tiffany Maddox
The doors are officially open for customers at the new Publix in Midland Commons.

Top Story

Miracle Riders check in from Minnesota on day 10

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 9:27 AM EDT
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By Jessie Gibson
The Miracle Riders had a check in with our Ben and Cheryl this morning.

Crime

Man charged in deadly 2022 Sweetwater Drive shooting in Columbus

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 11:30 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
A suspect was charged in connection to a deadly 2022 shooting in east Columbus.

Events

Columbus city officials to hold press conference about upcoming Juneteenth celebrations

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 4:50 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the freedom of slaves, is around the corner.

Education

Early voting underway for Muscogee County School Board District 7′s special election

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 4:42 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
Early voting for the Muscogee County Board of Education District 7 Seat Special Election is underway.

Community

Muscogee County School District providing free summer meals

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 4:28 PM EDT
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By Jatavia O'Neal
The Muscogee County School District provides meals for kids under 18 years old at no cost throughout the summer.

Scott's Miracle Riders

Day 9 check in from Scott’s Miracle Riders

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 12:16 PM EDT
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By WTVM Web Team
It’s day 9 out of 21 for the Miracle Riders on their journey to raise money for Columbus State University’s nursing program.

Community

Fort Moore holds annual Memorial Day ceremony honoring fallen soldier

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 3:24 PM EDT
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By James Giles
Honoring those who pay the ultimate sacrifice is the goal of Fort Moore during the installation’s annual Memorial Day ceremony.

Military Matters

War hero’s remains, identified 73 years later, return home to Americus

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 10:35 AM EDT
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By Jason Dennis
A combat hero and Medal of Honor recipient from Sumter County finally returned home this week, 73 years after dying in the Korean War.

Events

Day of service commenced at Pierce Chapel African Cemetery

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 4:43 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
National preservationists stopped by Harris County for a day of service, at one of the oldest burial grounds for African Americans enslaved at several plantations in Midland, Georgia.

News

63rd annual Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament kicks off Summer at Callaway Gardens

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 12:19 PM EDT
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By Gabriela Johnson
The world’s most prestigious watersports tournament is happening again here in the valley, kicking off the Summer series at Callaway Resort and Gardens.

Events

Peachtree Mall cancels circus performances due to security concerns

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 5:21 PM EDT
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By Josiah Berry
The Peachtree mall has canceled its Circus Lena performances due to secruity concerns.

Top Story

Memorial Day Observance Ceremony on Cater Lawn held in Auburn

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 12:58 PM EDT
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By Reagan Ranzer
Auburn University officials hosted an event for Memorial Day with a special observance ceremony, where many gathered to remember and honor those individuals who made sacrifices while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
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