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Local business owner and musician Chester Jackson, with the help of several volunteers, exceeded their goal of giving away 500 bicycles to local children in the third year of the event. The group gave away 650 bikes

The City of Columbus has released its schedule of government services ahead of News Year’s Day. The government says they will alter or suspend services on Thursday, Jan. 1, including trash pick-up. 

Columbus Mayor Teresa Tomlinson hopes citizens of Columbus and Muscogee County have a prosperous New Year’s with fun and safe celebrations. On Monday, the mayor issued what she calls “a few simple rules” for citizens ahead of their

Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence has been named the top-grossing actor of 2014.

In a move that was largely predicted, the Atlanta Falcons have fired head coach Mike Smith, following a 6-10 regular season and a 34-3 defeat at home by the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

“Everyone is devastated, everybody is trying to figure out what is going on, especially in our area because of all the fires, we don’t want to narrow it down to New Linwood, but we are concerned about

The LaGrange police department is investigating an aggravated assault that occurred on Saturday, where two male victims reported being assaulted with a knife.

Walmart has been turning to digital means to bring in more business. Now, the retailer is allowing customers to trade in full or partially-used gift cards for one to be used at Walmart-owned stores.

The suspect, 46-year-old Frederick Worrills, turned himself in to the public safety building on Friday, Dec. 26 at 1:43 p.m. and was arrested on an outstanding warrant for armed robbery. 

The day after Christmas boasts some of the best shopping deals of the year, but it is also one of the busiest days for returns.Stores like Kohl’s, Target, and Macy’s are offering some of the best deals