Category Archives: Local News

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Martin Army Hospital opens new $500M facility

Fort Benning’s new Martin Army Community hospital opens its doors to patients days from now. Today, we got a look inside the multi-million dollar facility as part of a ribbon cutting ceremony. News Leader Nine’s Tyrone McCoy

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The Police Academy tough, intense process

Some may believe a random person is picked off the street, handed a gun, handcuffs, and a badge and set loose on the public. However, local authorities say becoming a member of law enforcement is not as

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The Police Academy tough, intense process

Some may believe a random person is picked off the street, handed a gun, handcuffs, and a badge and set loose on the public. However, local authorities say becoming a member of law enforcement is not as

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Most Wanted: Willie Boddie

The area around Martin Luther King Blvd. in Columbus is the last known location 60-year-old Willie Boddie was spotted. Wanted for probation violation, Boddie according to police is no stranger to crime.

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“Godfather” of dog fighting ring sentenced

An Auburn man deemed the “godfather” of high-stakes dog fighting and criminal conspiracy was sentenced to eight years in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Keith Watkins. Animal rights groups say the judge is sending a historic

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“Godfather” of dog fighting ring sentenced

An Auburn man deemed the “godfather” of high-stakes dog fighting and criminal conspiracy was sentenced to eight years in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Keith Watkins. Animal rights groups say the judge is sending a historic

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Councilman “Red” McDaniel laid to rest

Longtime Columbus councilman C.E. “Red” McDaniel was laid to rest Friday afternoon on Nov. 7 at First Baptist Church on 12th Street in Columbus. He served on council for nearly 40 years.

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Councilman “Red” McDaniel laid to rest

Longtime Columbus councilman C.E. “Red” McDaniel was laid to rest Friday afternoon on Nov. 7 at First Baptist Church on 12th Street in Columbus. He served on council for nearly 40 years.

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News 9 MD: Attacking superbugs

More than 70,000 Americans will die each year from an infection they caught in the hospital. Superbugs have invaded hospitals and proved difficult to treat.