Category Archives: Local News

Monday was an award-winning afternoon for one Opelika Bulldog. Offensive lineman Rakavius Chambers received the "Service Above Self" award from the Montgomery Rotary. It’s given to those who dedicate their time and talent to helping the community.

In less than 24 hours, citizens of Columbus will find out who will be Sheriff of Muscogee County. The runoff election between incumbent John Darr and opponent Donna Tompkins will be decided as both candidates make last-minute pushes

Officials are calling the sudden death of a 17-year-old Columbus girl a “mystery.” Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan says Annie Holland died Friday after staying home from school, complaining of cramps and vomiting.

One person is dead after a plane crashes in Mitchell County.

Hayden claimed she and Simpson didn’t know Pope. She said they met outside a store on the corner of 26th and Broadway the night Pope was killed. Hayden said he offered the teens a ride home. 

Muhammad Dakhlalla, 24, is at the very start of an 8-year prison sentence for trying to join and help ISIS. His journey to jail began with falling in love. 

The investigation into the man who admits shooting and killing former NFL Player Joe McKnight, 28, last week now includes a road-rage incident involving McKnight’s shooter, Ronald Gasser, 10 years ago at the same intersection where McKnight

A pressing need for foster care families in Columbus is prompting local leaders to turn to churches for help.

For more than 30 years, an Americus organization has spread holiday spirit to kids in need.

The Valley Rescue Mission’s toy store officially opened on Monday, Dec. 5. This store isn’t just for anyone, however – it’s specifically for parents who signed up for holiday assistance in October.