ElectionsMail it early, or don’t mail it: what Columbus voters need to know about ballot postmarksFor comprehensive election coverage, read the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer’s 2026 Voter Guide.October 14, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Columbus actress takes audition risk, lands role in TV show that reaches No. 1 on NetflixOctober 15, 2026 at 1:53 PM
Hurricane Isaias destroyed Columbus family’s home and injured 3-year-old. How to helpUpdated October 14, 2026 at 2:01 PM
ElectionsGov. Brian Kemp and nominee Rick Jackson visit Columbus 1 day before voting startsOctober 13, 2026 at 11:29 AM
Politics & GovernmentOliver Dam in Columbus gets visit from US Dept of Energy to see $26.5 billion loan in useUpdated October 12, 2026 at 2:53 PM
Weather NewsGA, AL governors issue state of emergency. Hurricane Isaias outer bands to impact ColumbusUpdated October 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Local$36.5 million road project to affect Muscogee and Harris counties. How to voice your inputOctober 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM
LocalA lane on this busy Columbus road will close for a month of constructionOctober 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Politics & GovernmentFarewell celebration set for Columbus Police Chief Stoney MathisOctober 7, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Politics & GovernmentColumbus city manager offers new way for residents to keep up with local governmentUpdated October 6, 2026 at 12:20 PM
BusinessHow an SBA-backed loan helped buy two Harris County restaurantsUpdated October 6, 2026 at 9:52 AM
ElectionsLocal GOP candidates warn against socialism during Columbus meet-and-greetOctober 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM
ElectionsElection directors to take questions from Columbus-area voters at public forumOctober 2, 2026 at 12:59 PM
ElectionsColumbus area Democratic leaders urge voter registration and early votingUpdated October 1, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Politics & GovernmentColumbus Council votes on compromise to extend downtown curfew for a yearUpdated September 30, 2026 at 10:31 AM
ElectionsAI misinformation has become a potential political threat. What Georgia voters should knowOctober 1, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Voter GuideWhat separates the four Georgia Public Service Commission candidates in the 2026 electionUpdated September 29, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Our PlanetWhy a proposed Southern Natural Gas pipeline faces so much backlash across GeorgiaUpdated September 24, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Politics & GovernmentColumbus curfew may become permanent. Motion to allow more public feedback failsUpdated September 24, 2026 at 3:59 PM
LocalCity suspends storm debris fees through Oct. 12 for these parts of ColumbusSeptember 22, 2026 at 12:03 PM
ElectionsGeorgia Rep. Carolyn Hugley to face Republican opponent in 2026 electionUpdated September 18, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Politics & GovernmentMore roundabouts in Columbus? GDOT to host open house for proposed road projectSeptember 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM
BusinessGreater Columbus Chamber of Commerce CEO reviews 1st year on job — with new missionSeptember 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Politics & GovernmentColumbus animal shelter euthanizes 20 dogs because of overcrowdingSeptember 17, 2026 at 11:50 AM
LocalEstimated 2-week road closure in Columbus will affect Muscogee and Harris countiesSeptember 16, 2026 at 4:34 PM
LocalWith national attention on Georgia’s U.S. Senate race, Ossoff and Collins meetSeptember 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM
