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We Found 10 Georgia Buffets Where Your Money Goes Further At Mealtime

One Georgia buffet lines up more than 70 different dishes at the same time. Seventy. I would need a map and a nap just to get through the first row. Another spot in the state serves all-you-can-eat catfish on Fridays, and you can pick it with or without bones. A third runs its buffet out of a restored 1885 Victorian house.

Macon, GA · 6d

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

Nation's top available recruit announces commitment decision

Former Georgia Bulldogs recruiting target Jatori Williams has found a new home. He committed to the Auburn Tigers , according to Hayes Fawcett . Williams is a four-star interior offensive lineman in the class of 2027. The 6-foot-5, 320-pounder plays for Central Phenix City High School in Phenix City, Alabama, which is about 35 miles away from Auburn. He is the No. 5 interior offensive lineman and No. 97 overall prospect in the nation. Prior to his commitment, Williams was the top uncommitted recruit in the country. All of the nation's top-200 recruits are committed to college football programs. Williams decommitted from the Miami Hurricanes on Oct. 13. The Bulldogs were in Williams' top five schools during his original commitment process. When he decommitted from Miami, many thought it would be for Georgia . Instead, the allure of playing college football near his hometown led him to Auburn. Auburn has the No. 11 recruiting class in the nation, but it still lags behind Georgia's fifth-ranked class. Georgia flipped Mark Matthews, the No. 1 offensive tackle in the nation, from Texas A&M on Nov. 9. The Bulldogs likely were not in the market for Williams after landing Matthews. Georgia has earned

Athens, GA · 1d

WTVM

Columbus councilor proposes ordinance to allow tiny homes

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A proposed ordinance brought before the Columbus City Council this week would change city building codes to allow tiny homes to be built in Columbus. The council will vote on the change next Tuesday. What the ordinance would do. The proposed ordinance would adopt Georgia Department...

Columbus, GA · 19h

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

Ice machine residue, temp issues, mislabeled food in latest Columbus restaurant violations

Each month, inspectors from the Georgia Department of Public Health visit restaurants and other establishments in Columbus to ensure proper food-handling and safety practices are followed. Inspectors visited more than 70 Muscogee County restaurants, lounges, hotels and other establishments during October. Among them, 25 received perfect scores, with 35 also receiving an A. Thirteen received a B, and none received a C. How the grading works During inspections , restaurants receive one of four letter grades that are assigned based on how many points are deducted from 100: An A grade, for 90-100 points, means food safety is excellent. A B grade, for 80-89 points, means satisfactory compliance. A C grade, for 70-79 points, means marginal compliance. A U grade, for 69 points or fewer, means unsatisfactory compliance. Establishments that receive a C or U will have at least one additional routine inspection added in 12 months, according to state law . Earning a B does not necessitate a follow-up inspection. Residents can find information about all inspections at the Georgia Department of Public Health’s online portal . Here are the Columbus inspection scores in October, including violations noted by the inspectors in their reports: Columbus restaurants receiving B grades

Columbus, GA · 3d

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

Brookstone baseball player signs with Auburn, following in dad's footsteps to the Plains

Brookstone Cougar senior Brennan Neal has signed with Auburn University to play baseball, starting in the 2028 season. He will follow in his father’s footsteps to the Plains. His father, Antarrious Williams Neal, was a linebacker for Auburn and was a member of the 2004 Auburn Tigers team that went undefeated. “It’s a dream come true,” Brennan Neal said. “I have always been an Auburn fan as far back as I can remember because both of my parents went there. I have always had a dream, an aspiration, to go to Auburn and play a sport. And as I’ve gotten older, it has always been baseball.” More than 150 students, facility, family and friends attended his signing day ceremony Wednesday morning at Brookstone. Antarrious Neal thanked the Brookstone family for helping his son reach this significant milestone. Brookstone math teacher Karen Waters praised Brennan for his accomplishment. “Brennan is one of the brightest and most hardworking students I’ve taught,” Waters said. “He’s naturally intelligent, but what impresses me the most is his work ethic.” Brennan Neal has played for the Brookstone for three years and helped win two GIAA state championships in 2024 and 2025. He has been a three-time

Auburn, AL · 2d

WTVM

Columbus lottery player wins $400K top prize on $5 scratch-off ticket

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A Columbus lottery player is $400,000 richer after winning a top prize on a scratch-off ticket earlier this week. According to the Georgia Lottery, the lucky Big $5 Ticket was purchased at Macon Food Mart (Chevron), located at 3161 Macon Rd. Officials said the prize was...

Columbus, GA · 1d

WTVM

New pill approved for pancreatic cancer patients who have had chemotherapy

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Pancreatic cancer patients have another treatment option in Rasonque, a pill that doctors say is more effective than chemotherapy. Rasonque aims to block tumor growth. The drug is for patients who have already received at least one round of chemotherapy before taking the pill. It was approved July 26, and some patients began receiving it as soon as August.

Columbus, GA · 1d

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Moffett retiring after 33 years at RCWA

After 33 years of dedication to the Russell County Water Authority, longtime office manager Annette Moffett is stepping down from her role, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, leadership, and deep community ties. A proud 1983 graduate of Chavala High School, Moffett earned a basketball scholarship to attend Morristown...

Russell County, AL · 2d

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

‘Today' show co-host coming to Columbus for interview with ‘Theo of Golden' author

NBCUniversal announced Wednesday that “Today” show co-host Jenna Bush Hager will bring her Read with Jenna book club to Columbus. Bush Hager will host a live conversation with Columbus native and Harris County resident Allen Levi, author of the No. 1 New York Times bestselling novel “ Theo of Golden” on Dec. 16 in Legacy Hall at the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, according to NBC’s news release. The event is sponsored by VisitColumbusGA. The event will also be recorded for an episode of Bush Hager’s video podcast, Open Book with Jenna . The episode will be available for streaming Dec. 21. “We’re hopeful that it’s a great event that brings attention to Columbus, and we can celebrate Allen, the success of his book, and the place behind it,” Tabetha Getz, executive director of the Regional Prosperity Initiative, told the Ledger-Enquirer. “Having this opportunity to be here in Columbus is really exciting and special.” This event follows months of national attention surrounding “Theo of Golden.” Levi also recently brought Columbus into the national literary spotlight in October , appearing at the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas. Bush Hager has previously visited Columbus, including for the 2015 Jim Blanchard

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WRBL News 3

Alabama and Georgia prepare for winter-like freeze Saturday

A strong cold front is set to move through Alabama and Georgia this weekend, bringing much colder temperatures and minimal rain.

Georgia · 1d

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

We ranked the Columbus area's top 10 boys and girls high school basketball teams

The wait is over. High school basketball season in the Columbus area has begun. Many talented teams in the Chattahoochee Valley are considered to be contenders to compete for a state championship. Here are the Ledger-Enquirer’s rankings of the top 10 local girls and boys teams. L-E’s Top 10 Girls Basketball Teams N o. 1 Hardaway (23-9 last season, lost to Murray County 51-48 in the GHSA Class 2A state championship game): The Hawks have been to four straight GHSA Final Fours and three straight state championship games. Hardaway won its first basketball state title n 2024. The Hawks have a lot of returning starters providing depth and championship experience, but they lost to injury one of the area’s best players, senior forward Rhianna Boynton, who was the tournament MVP as a sophomore. Hardaway was moved up in classification to 4A and is in a new region with some of the top teams in the state, like Monroe and Cairo. Hardaway is led by sophomore forward Amerrica Crowley, who averaged 10.8 points per game last season and junior forward Marlana White, who averaged 10.3 points per game last season. Leading the way as the point guard is senior Jayla Todd,

Columbus, GA · 8h

WTVM

Muscogee County Prison recognized for inmate rehabilitation programs

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Muscogee County Prison is receiving statewide recognition for programs designed to prepare inmates for a return to society. On Nov. 10, Senator-elect Teddy Reese presented the prison with a proclamation recognizing programs that help prepare inmates for life after release. Through a partnership with Columbus Technical...

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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

‘My wounds are invisible.’ Ex-soldiers help scores of vets — and themselves.

Former soldiers Dominique Williamson and Jon Jackson help military veterans with PTSD at Comfort Farms and Tranquility Gardens in Georgia.

Milledgeville, GA · 2d

WRBL News 3

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Local women veterans turn trauma into healing, purpose, and support for others

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — For many women who serve in the military, the battle does not always end when they return home. For Army veteran Arvinette Brooks, healing has meant finding a new way to express herself through art. “There is life after trauma,” Brooks said. Brooks served nine years, seven months, and 22 days […]

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Americus Times-Recorder

Veterans Day Ceremony held at Sumter Courthouse on U.S.A’s 250th anniversary

The Veterans Day ceremony was held Nov. 11 at the Sumter County Courthouse. Sheriff Eric Bryant was the master of ceremonies. Joseph Arnett, Post Commander of the American Legion Post […]

Sumter County, GA · 1d

WTVM

Coldest air of the season on the way

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Another cold front will bring us a winter-like chill Friday and especially this weekend. Get ready for a good chance of seeing a frost and/or a freeze. A few clouds Thursday night. A bit breezy and colder. Lows early Friday mostly in the low 40s; the coldest spots will be in the upper 30s. It will feel colder when the wind blows.

Columbus, GA · 20h

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

Columbus father-son duo is second family pair inducted into US Army Ranger Hall of Fame

This summer, Blair Brown , executive director of the National Ranger Memorial Foundation, was inducted into the U.S. Army Ranger Hall of Fame . He joined his father, 81-year-old retired Maj. Roger Brown, who was inducted in 2004, making the Browns only the second family pair in the Ranger Hall of Fame. According to the National Ranger Memorial Foundation website , 510 people have been inducted since 1992. U.S. Army Rangers make up the military’s 75th Ranger Regiment. The regiment’s 3rd Battalion, Special Troops Battalion and Intelligence Battalion are stationed at Fort Benning. The National Ranger Memorial at Fort Benning was built in 1992. The monument includes more than 7,000 stones, Blair said, honoring retired and active-duty Rangers. When Blair was inducted as an honorary hall of fame member June 24, he stood aside several general officers and the widow of a Delta Force member who fought in the Battle of Mogadishu. “I get to work around a lot of these people every day, and then to be considered amongst them as a peer was just overwhelmingly humbling,” Blair told the Ledger-Enquirer. Roger Brown’s service as a Ranger Roger grew up in California and joined the Army at 17. Early