Nicole Sanders

Columbus

Executive Digital Producer at WRBL-TV (Columbus, GA)

Articles

Man throws small dog at Albuquerque police officer while being arrested

4 weeks ago | siouxlandproud.com | Nicole Sanders

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — A man threw a small dog at an officer who was trying to arrest him Monday, and it was caught on video. Albuquerque police say Bobby Chavez, 41, was taken into custody on multiple charges after running away and then “briefly holding a woman hostage in an apartment.”An officer had told Chavez he was being detained for trespassing after he was seen standing near a “No Trespassing” sign outside DK Gas Station.
Midday Interview: Choral Society’s 20th anniversary

Mar 8, 2025 | wrbl.com | Nicole Sanders

by: Nicole Sanders Posted: Mar 7, 2025 / 12:46 PM EST Updated: Mar 7, 2025 / 12:46 PM EST COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Choral Society of West Georgia is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The society was formed in 2005 by artistic director Elizabeth Biggs. It aims to offer excellence in choral music performance in a community setting.
Man found guilty in woman’s murder from 2020 in Russell County

Mar 8, 2025 | wrbl.com | Nicole Sanders

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — We have a verdict in a murder trial from Russell County that was handed down Friday afternoon. Jayvon Phillips was found guilty on capital murder charges by a Russell County Circuit Court jury for the 2020 murder of Tameka Skinner. Phillips is one of four codefendants accused in the case. Russell County District Attorney Rick Chancey chose not to pursue the death penalty. Phillips is facing life in prison without parole when sentenced in April.
Troup Co. Sheriff’s Office warns public of Peach Pass scam

Mar 7, 2025 | wrbl.com | Nicole Sanders

GEORGIA (WRBL) — Georgia residents may want to be aware of a phone scam currently making the rounds. If you get a text that looks like this, the Troup County Sheriff’s Office says not to click it:According to TCSO, this text is a scam. It reads, “You have an outstanding toll.Your toll account balance is outstanding. If you fail to pay by March 7, 2025. you will face penalties or legal action. Now Payment:”A link appears below the message for the receiver.
Muscogee Co. schools open student registration for 2025-2026

Mar 7, 2025 | wrbl.com | Nicole Sanders

by: Nicole Sanders Posted: Mar 6, 2025 / 04:58 PM EST Updated: Mar 6, 2025 / 04:58 PM EST COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Muscogee County School District has opened student registration for the upcoming school year. According to MCSD, registration is open as of Thursday afternoon. Current and new students alike are required to register.
The details of two Georgia bills targeting school-zone speed cameras

Mar 6, 2025 | wrbl.com | Chuck Williams |Nicole Sanders

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Georgia General Assembly is working on multiple bills related to school-zone speed cameras. Two bills passed the House this week and moved to the Senate, where it is considering its own legislation. The interesting thing about these two House bills that passed Tuesday — one would abolish the camera speeding tickets in school zones all together, and the other would refine the 2018 legislation and establish clear rules for their usage.
Midday Interview: ‘Black Family Wellness Expo’

Mar 6, 2025 | wrbl.com | Nicole Sanders

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The “Black Family Wellness Expo” is being held on Saturday, March 15 at Columbus Public Library. The event by The Links Incorporated is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free health screenings, on-site testing and vaccines, as well as information booths on mental health, pediatric health, sickle cell, Alzheimer’s disease and more will be at the event.
New Chick-fil-A expected to open in Phenix City

Mar 6, 2025 | wrbl.com | Nicole Sanders

FILE – (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File) by: Nicole Sanders Posted: Mar 6, 2025 / 11:02 AM EST Updated: Mar 6, 2025 / 11:02 AM EST PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WRBL) — Another Chick-fil-A is expected to open in Phenix City later this summer.
Midday Interview: Fountain City Classic Scholarship

Mar 6, 2025 | wrbl.com | Nicole Sanders

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The deadline for applications to this year’s Fountain City Classic scholarships is approaching. Applications for a a community scholarship and host committee scholarship are available to all high school seniors within a 100 mile radius of Columbus. The community scholarship entails applicants may attend any accredited college or university in the continental United States in the fall.
Midday Interview: ‘Black Family Wellness Expo’

Mar 6, 2025 | yahoo.com | Nicole Sanders

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The “Black Family Wellness Expo” is being held on Saturday, March 15 at Columbus Public Library. The event by The Links Incorporated is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free health screenings, on-site testing and vaccines, as well as information booths on mental health, pediatric health, sickle cell, Alzheimer’s disease and more will be at the event.