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Stroke is the leading cause of serious, long term disability in the U.S. with nearly three-quarters of all strokes happening in people over the age of 65. 

 Following a national search, Auburn University’s Office of the Provost has named Christopher Heacox as executive director of the Auburn University Performing Arts Center, effective July 1.

Catapult Academy is a dropout recovery program for the Muscogee County School District. On Thursday, dozens from there will get their high school diplomas.

The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a runaway teen.

A deadly virus is threatening the crawfish industry in Southwest Louisiana. It’s called white spot syndrome virus and it was first discovered in Thailand, but somehow it made its way to ponds in South Louisiana and specialists

Columbus City employees say they are concerned that they might miss a week of pay if a new payroll plan is approved by city officials. The new system moves all employees to a bi-weekly payroll versus a

A rape suspect appeared in Recorders Court this afternoon. Dalwyon Javelle Perry, 18, of Columbus is charged with felony rape.

On Wednesday, the Chambers County School Board will address an inappropriate gag award that placed a Valley, AL band director on unpaid leave. 

A total of 66 senior warrant officers, majors and lieutenant colonels now proud graduates from WHINSEC Tuesday. 

In a few short days, Auburn University President, Dr. Jay Gogue, will walk out of his office in Samford Hall for the last time.