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Plastic recycling company plans $1 billion investment in Georgia
A California company on Tuesday announced plans to invest nearly $1 billion in Middle Georgia to build a factory that will take used plastic and turn it into the building blocks to make new plastics, while diverting hundreds of thousands of tons of waste each year from landfills.
WEEKEND CRIME: Two Columbus teens killed, plus two injured in separate shootings
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WBRL)— Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan confirms two teenagers passed this weekend; one killed by a gunshot another hit by a car. Two additional individuals were injured as well. Saturday Warm Springs Road The first shooting injured one individual on Warm Springs Road Saturday afternoon. The Columbus Police Department responded to the Super […]
Important election dates for voters in Muscogee County
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Elections and Registration office is preparing for voters to cast their ballots at the polls soon. For anyone looking to make their voices heard at some big upcoming elections, there are important dates that you need to know. Voting for District 139, which consists...
Over 4 kilos of meth seized during traffic stop, worth over 400k in street value
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A traffic stop in North Columbus led to the seizure of over 4 kilos of methamphetamine - totaling over 400K in street value. According to officials, on Monday, April 15, the Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Unit and the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office (Georgia), were conducting a crime suppression operation in Muscogee County.
Waverly Hall holds parade for recent WNBA Draft pick Jessika Carter
WAVERLY HALL, Ga. (WTVM) - Former Harris County basketball standout Jessika Carter is WNBA bound. Carter was selected by the New York Liberty in the second round of Monday night’s draft. Five days later, a parade was held in her honor by the community she grew up in. “I...
Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office arrests 4th suspect in 24 hours wanted for January homicide
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Unit, along with the United States Marshal’s Services, located and arrested Javon Green. This is the fourth suspect arrested in 24 hours by the Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office that was wanted in connection with a January 2024 homicide that occurred in Muscogee County.
Muscogee County high schoolers recognized for excellence in CTAE programs
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - High school students across Columbus were recognized for their excellence in the Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education OR CTAE programs Monday evening. Foster Lambertus from Northside High School took home the top award of student of the year and received a full scholarship to Columbus Technical...
A sandy symphony returns to Callaway Gardens
PINE MOUNTAIN, Ga. (WRBL) — Back by popular demand, a unique orchestra experience is returning to Callaway Gardens. On April 27, the local attraction will host “Symphony on the Sand,” starting at 7 p.m. on the shores of Robin Lake Beach. Callaway Gardens Marketing Manager Rachael McConnell said this event is one of her favorite […]
Local Scouts Attend OA Conclave
Staff Reports By Britt Brinson The Withlacoochee Lodge of the Order of the Arrow sent 35 members (Arrowmen) to the Section E6 Conclave at the Gerald Lawhorn Scout Base, about twenty minutes west of Thomaston, GA. Three of the Arrowmen were members of Cordele Boy Scout Troop 270, Scout Simon Baker and Scouters Britt Brinson […] The post Local Scouts Attend OA Conclave appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Dupas gets life sentence for his role in 2021 Wilson Apartments gang murder that left South Carolina man dead
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — A man convicted back in February of a Columbus gang murder was sentenced late Thursday afternoon in Muscogee County Superior Court. Davion Dupas was sentenced on murder and gang convictions. Two other members of the Insane Crips criminal street gang — Corey Troupe Jr. and Jeheim Davis — were also sentenced […]
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