Editorial: It's Time to Reform How Council Vacancies Are Filled
The citizens of Columbus deserve a transparent, accountable, and community-centered process when vacancies occur on our City Council. Yet under
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Chattahoochee Valley Libraries Face Budget Cuts Amid Proposed Elimination of Federal Funding
Janell Williams Chattahoochee Valley Libraries are at risk of significant budget shortfalls because of an executive order by President Trump
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Black-Owned Beauty & Barber Supply Store Marks 25 Years of Success in Columbus
By Janell Williams In the heart of Columbus, Larry Nelson's beauty & barber supply store stands as a
Columbus State Honors 10th Anniversary Girls In The Game Class with Scholarships, Olympian Guest
Staff Report Columbus State University has announced its 10th anniversary of Girls In The Game class, honoring eight standout female
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Muscogee County Announces Changes to Polling Locations Ahead of June Special Primary
Staff Report The Muscogee County Board of Elections and Registration has announced changes to several polling places ahead of the
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Morehouse School of Medicine Dedicates Calvin Smyre Educational Conference Center
By Janell Williams Morehouse School of Medicine celebrated a milestone April 3 with the ribbon-cutting of the Calvin Smyre Educational
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Let Us Make Man Seminar Continues 19-Year Mission to Empower Black Community
By Janell Williams For nearly two decades, the Let Us Make Man seminar has been a beacon of hope and
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Scouting America Expanding Youth Programs in Underserved Communities
By Janell Williams Scouting America, a 75-year-old service organization, is launching efforts to expand its youth programs with a particular
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Pastor David Stallion Leads with Dedication to Faith and Community
By Janell Williams The Rev. Dr. David L. Stallion Sr., pastor of Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Columbus is making
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Pastor Marcus Gibson Leads Missionary Baptist Association with Dedication to Service and Faith
By Janell Williams Reverend Dr. Marcus J. Gibson, the current moderator of the Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Association (MBA) in
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Citizens Pack City Council Meeting to Challenge John Anker’s Appointment
By Janell Williams A packed city council meeting Tuesday night saw numerous citizens voice their opinions on the recent appointment
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Community Leaders Demand Transparency, Urge Public to Attend Columbus Council Meeting
By Janell Williams Community leaders held a press conference ahead of Tuesday's Columbus City Council meeting, urging Mayor