Category Archives: Local News

The first “American Idol” finale in 2002 was a battle of the sexes, with Kelly Clarkson the victor over Justin Guarini. The last contest settled the score as Trent Harmon defeated La'Porsha Renae for the crown.

News Leader 9 was on the scene where a log truck overturned in Salem, AL near the intersection Highway 169 and Lee County Road 201.  

A Columbus murder trial took a huge turn Thursday as the key witness and surviving victim testified that the man accused of killing 23-year-old Dior Cheney was not the shooter. Reginald Jackson is accused of firing more than

A 14-year-old student is in custody after police say he brought a loaded gun, more than 100 rounds of ammunition, extra magazine and a mask to school on Thursday. 

Prom season is in full swing in the Valley! Some schools have already hosted the traditional dance, while others are lined up to do so in the upcoming weeks. Experts say this is an important time of

The efforts of a local group were celebrated with a luncheon held at the Green Island Hills Country Club Thursday. The third Annual Women’s Giving Circle Luncheon was held to support the Fine Arts programs of the

A Columbus hair salon is latest business to step up and lend support to a local family who tragically lost three relatives in a car crash last weekend.  Hair Kinections Beauty Salon will be raising money on

The LaGrange Police Department arrested two people on drug related charges on Thursday, April 7 around 8 a.m. A search warrant was executed for Charles McClendon at a residence located at 150 Turner Street Apartment.

Still Serving Veterans, a nonprofit organization, is officially open in Phenix City after holding a ribbon cutting. The nonprofit assists veterans and their families, transitioning service members, members of the guard and reserves secure meaningful employment. 

Spring is here and for many, that means Spring cleaning! Matt Paxton, star of the lifetime TV show "Hoarders" teamed up with Service Master CleanThursday to help members of the Valley who may suffer from the hoarding