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Saladworks and Frutta Bowls to open in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM)—Two new dining options will open in the Midland Commons area next month under the same roof. The grand opening for Saladworks and Frutta Bowls will be Tuesday, August 6, at 6835 Midland Commons Boulevard, Suite G, Columbus, GA, 31909. According to officials, throughout the opening week,...
Drone video shows Georgia first responders rescue man stuck in the Chattahoochee River
COLUMBUS, Ga. — Drone video shared by a Georgia police department captured a dramatic rescue on the Chattahoochee River. On Friday, the Columbus Police Department released the above video showing the police, EMS and firefighter response as a man was stuck in the river. The video shows the man...
Midland residents seeing growth and popularity around the area
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Immense growth has been seen in recent months across northeastern Columbus; more specifically, in Midland. The increase of residents, businesses, and restaurants is largely due to Midland Commons. Locals say the area fits that of a “live, work and play” community, built with an amphitheater, retail shops, restaurants, and lofts.
Drier end to the workweek as we dodge storms in spots over weekend
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Fewer storms are in the forecast Friday but summery storms in spots look to be more common at times over the weekend into the first part of next week. Partly to mostly cloudy Friday with a few isolated showers and storms possible. Rain coverage only around 20% or less. Highs mostly in the low 90s.
Just a few thunderstorms this afternoon; more return for the weekend
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Muggy, cloudy and a few areas of patchy fog across the region this morning, but that won’t last long as we are expecting another warm afternoon with just a few stray thunderstorms. Temperatures will still climb into the low 90s this afternoon and could make a run for the mid 90s […]
Grayson Rigdon, Texas high school 6-man football phenom, transfers to Columbus: 'Expect a lot of exciting plays'
Grayson Rigdon, Air Force football commit, 3-time state player of year and nation's most decorated 6-man player, will play his senior season in the 11-man ranks after transferring to 3A Columbus
Conn’s Home Plus Parent Co. of Badcock Home Furniture & More files for bankruptcy
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Conn’s HomePlus, a 134-year-old retailer, is filing for bankruptcy and closing almost half of its 170 stores - CNN reports. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday and according to the filing, Conn’s assets and liabilities are worth at least $1 billion each.
Max Sheppard named Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar
Georgia College & State University's men's golfer Max Sheppard has been named a Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar. To be eligible for Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar nomination, an individual must be a sophomore, junior or senior both academically and athletically in NCAA Division I, II, III, and NAIA, or receiving their associate's degree and in their last year of athletic eligibility in the NJCAA.
UPDATE: Parkhill Drive shooting victim’s 17-year-old stepson arrested, charged with murder
UPDATE 7/26/24 10:41 a.m.: The 17-year-old stepson of the man who died in the Parkhill Drive shooting was arrested on Friday, according to the Columbus Police Department. William Burgess, 17, is being charged with murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. CPD says Burgess is the stepson of Evan Garner, […]
95th Southeastern Amateur tees off in Columbus
COLUMBUS (WRBL) – The Southeastern Amateur has been a proving ground for amateur golfers nationwide for nearly a century. Every summer, the best amateur golfers make their way to Columbus, for an opportunity to kickstart their professional career by winning the Jordan-Martin Trophy. The 95th edition of the Southeastern Amateur got underway on Thursday afternoon. […]
Columbus United FC prepares for Final Four
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus United FC has become the underdog story of the summer in the Fountain City. And now, the team finds itself in the Final Four and just two wins away from a National Championship in its inaugural season. That was thought to be an impossible feat...
Georgia officials say tests show improvement following pandemic
(The Center Square) — Georgia education officials say the 2023-24 Georgia Milestones results show "steady academic recovery" among Georgia's public school students following education disruption amid the pandemic. According to education officials, the results, released on Friday, reveal scores "increased or held steady" for 10 of the 13 English language arts, science and social studies assessments. However, math results were not available pending the implementation of new content standards and assessments. ...
Georgia companies deconstruct buildings instead of demolishing them
This coverage is made possible through a partnership between WABE and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. At the Re:Purpose Savannah warehouse on the city’s east side, staff and volunteers spent a recent morning unloading wooden panels from a pickup truck, reglazing old windows and using a metal detector to find and pull out nails in used wood.
Medicare tests payment plan for respite care costs so unpaid caregivers can 'take a break'
LISTEN: A new program is providing relief for family members and unpaid caregivers of Georgians living with dementia. GPB’s Ellen Eldridge has more on the program from Emory’s Integrated Memory Care practice and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Metro-Atlanta patients on Medicaid living with dementia may...
Georgia leaders reflect on the success of the Certified Peer Specialist movement
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A new documentary will chronicle the last 25 years of the Certified Peer Specialist movement. From Stigma to Strength: Georgia is the Birthplace of the Certified Peer Specialist Movement will premiere at a special event on Aug. 8 at 5 p.m. at the Carter Center in Atlanta.
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