Fort Benning Honors Olympic Boxer and Decorated Soldier with Building Dedication
The Sand Hill Soldier Performance Readiness Center is named after Command Sergeant Major Edward 'Eddie' Crook Jr., a Columbus native who won gold at the 1960 Olympics and served 30 years in the U.S. Army.
Chattahoochee Valley Sealcoating Expands Asphalt Paving and Repair Services in Columbus, GA
Cowboys Franchise Tag Star Receiver George Pickens
Crime
Columbus Police Seek Public's Help Finding Missing 13-Year-Old
Chauncey Gibson was last seen on February 10 in the LaFayette Drive area.

Columbus Mother Killed in Domestic Violence Incident in Front of Children
28-year-old Lexus Antrom shot and killed by husband Kevawn Davenport, who was charged with murder
Columbus Police Search for Missing 33-Year-Old Man
Julius Jones was last seen in late January, prompting a public plea for information.
Politics
Simi Barnes announces campaign for Columbus City Council District One seat
Daughter of late Pop Barnes joins race for central Columbus district

Federal Funds Coming to Upgrade South Columbus Water Facility
The $3.12 million project will improve wastewater treatment infrastructure.
Third candidate enters race for Muscogee County School Board
Joshua Smith files to run for District 8 seat in nonpartisan local election
Lifestyle
Beloved Georgia Man James Earl Bruner Jr. Dies at 78
Bruner was remembered as a devoted family man and community fixture with a wide range of hobbies and interests.

Columbus Museum Opens Exhibit Honoring Former Georgia State Representative Calvin Smyre
Special display celebrates five decades of public service during Black History Month
New Highland Cow Farm Opens Near Columbus
Visitors can interact with the animals through photo sessions and cuddling experiences.
Sports
New manager to lead Columbus Clingstones in 2nd season at Synovus Park
Nestor Perez takes over as manager of the Atlanta Braves' Double-A affiliate after previous stint with the organization.

Northside Patriots Host Columbus Blue Devils in Baseball Matchup
Teams look to bounce back from recent results in Saturday afternoon showdown
Former UFC Champ Jones Reveals Severe Arthritis, Willing to Fight at White House
Despite needing a hip replacement, Jon Jones says he'd take one last fight if it's at the White House.
Entertainment
Columbus State Guitar Symposium 2026 Welcomes Back Alumni Performers
Annual event features accomplished graduates Leonela Alejandro and Dragoș Ilie alongside international guest artists.

Celebrity Chef Serves Up Southern Cuisine at Columbus Library Event
Vera 'Very Vera' Stewart featured at 'Food and the Soul of America' celebration
R&B Legends to Perform at Columbus Civic Center on Mother's Day
Dru Hill, Tamar Braxton, Ginuwine, and Keke Wyatt to headline special Mother's Day concert