Category Archives: Local News

Every child needs a hero but every abused child needs a superhero. This is the motto that one local organization stands by as they ran the race in raising awareness for child abuse prevention month. 

COLUMBUS, GA (WTVM) – The youth of St. Mary’s Road United Methodist Church is hosting a pep rally to minister to the youth of the community. The goal of “The Road UMC Morning with Champions” event is

Miss America contestants and volunteers across the U.S. will be participating in the second annual day of service called "Miss America Serves," on Saturday, April 16, 2016. 

Columbus Fire Department trucks led the way as dozens drove to the Church of Christ on Cusseta Road. It was there that family, friends, and firemen celebrated the life of a young boy recognized as an honorary firefighter. Tavaris

This week marks Domestic Violence Awareness Week, and local groups are doing their part to spread awareness on the issue. 

History was made at Patriots field Friday night as the Northside Patriots claimed their first region title in school history with a 4-2 win over the Columbus Blue Devils. 

Alabama’s First Class Pre-K program is asking for an additional $16 million to provide education for more students. Advocates for the program toured several centers in the state to discuss how the money will help expansion efforts. 

Business owners and customers in Athens said the panhandling problem has them on edge.    

Transforming an abandoned apartment complex into a region-wide training exercise is how first responders spent much of Friday morning, as they completed an emergency preparedness drill.