Georgia NAACP to Host 83rd Annual State Convention in Atlanta
The Georgia State Conference of the NAACP will convene its 83rd Annual Convention Oct. 9–11 at the Atlanta Airport
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Education
Five Inducted Into Columbus State University’s College of Education & Health Professions Hall of Fame
Staff Report Columbus State University’s College of Education & Health Professions has inducted five distinguished alumni into its Hall
Politics
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
Politics
Georgia Lawmakers Debate Key Legislation as 2025 Session Nears Final Weeks
Staff Report On Tuesday, Mar. 18, 2025, my legislative colleagues and I returned to the Gold Dome for Legislative Day
Politics
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
Moving Forward Together: A Call for Unity and Action
A town hall meeting at St. Paul AMA Church Monday evening was a call for unity. In a time of
Opinion: The Enduring Importance of the Black Press
The role of the Black Press has never been more critical. Since its inception with Freedom’s Journal in 1827,
Public Figures Must Face the Community, Not Just at City Council Meetings
In a time when leadership and accountability are more critical than ever, the community cannot help but notice when certain
Lifestyle
Women's History Month...Celebrating Women of Color
Each day during the month of March the Courier Eco Latino will recognize women of color making a difference in
So what is a “House Negro”?
It’s unfortunate but not surprising—some people will prioritize personal gain over the well-being of their community, even if
Lifestyle
Muscogee Sheriff Links Mental Health Crisis to Rising Gang Violence
By Janell Williams Increasing gang violence in Columbus, is believed to be connected to underlying mental health challenges, according to
From the Editor... Dear Mayor Henderson:
Transparency is the cornerstone of good governance, and the citizens of Columbus, Georgia, deserve a city government that upholds the