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From the WTVM News Leader 9 web desk, here are three things you need to know for Thursday, July 16. 

The National Science Foundation has awarded Fort Valley State University a $399,049 grant to examine the effect of toxins or toxic chemicals on the environment and living organisms. The funds will be used to support toxicology research

Whitewater enthusiasts on the Chattahoochee River were visited by were visited by one of the top whitewater rafters in the world.

After several setbacks because of some bad life choices involving drugs and alcohol, a Columbus man says hes a changed person with a goal to inspire others with a new book he wrote, titled "A Story of

Residents gathered Wednesday night in Columbus for a series of town hall meetings, aimed at educating former students on how they can get their high school diploma.

Federal agents are now using new technology to increase security at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Two people were injured after a wreck Wednesday evening on Cusseta Road in Columbus.

Opelika Power customers, listen up! Residents and businesses are getting calls requesting a bill be paid, but Opelika Power Services warns this is a scam.

Phenix City administrators say raw sewage has been directed into the Chattahoochee River for years, and it's creating a big mess for them. City directors say they are working to uncover illegal pipes they believe former city

Bike riding enthusiasts in the Fountain City, listen up! A proposed bike trail could soon connect the Fall Line Trace to the city's RiverWalk.