Category Archives: Local News

A Moulton woman’s disappearance has her family growing more worried by the minute. As part of the ongoing search effort, Dawn Hendricks, a seasoned private investigator, has been working the case pro bono. 

A paper and packing manufacturer is expanding its operation in Lanett, Alabama. 

Millions of dollars are expected to be discussed at the Auburn City Council meeting Tuesday evening. 

A school in Columbus took time out Tuesday to show appreciation to first responders. 

A new pizza restaurant will soon open at Columbus Park Crossing. Construction of an Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom is underway and will be located on Whittlesey Boulevard. 

A mom is looking for answers after she claims her 5-year-old child was picked up from school Monday by a Lyft driver no one in her family called. 

Columbus police are investigating a homicide that claimed the life of a 74-year-old man.

Residents in Puna are being urged to be on alert after a series of earthquakes in Kilauea volcano’s east rift zone, which may indicate an eruption is imminent.

A Columbus man pleaded not guilty in Recorder’s Court to molesting three girls. Dennis Roaden, 61, is accused of molesting three girls ages 9, 10, and 12.

Community partners like Piedmont Columbus Regional, Columbus Fire, and the Columbus Police Department, want to get the discussion on river safety started early this year before the summer season arrives and, ahead of this year’s Riverfest celebration.