Olivia Yepez

Digital Reporter at WRBL-TV (Columbus, GA)

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‘This is…so much more than us’: Best Ranger Competition wraps at Fort Benning

1 week ago | wrbl.com | Olivia Yepez

FORT BENNING, Ga. (WRBL) — More than 100 soldiers took part in the Best Ranger Competition this year. Two took home the win. As Rangers pushed themselves to their physical and mental limits, countless others cheered on the sidelines. The community behind a Ranger is not always seen, but the once-a-year competition shows something tangible. Dan Whitney was at the Best Ranger Competition last year, when his son Sgt.
Seasoned Rangers make final bid for Best Ranger title

1 week ago | wrbl.com | Olivia Yepez

FORT BENNING, Ga. (WRBL) — A three-day competition between the best of the Army’s elite continued Saturday on-post at Fort Benning. One of this year’s top contending teams for Best Ranger includes two seasoned Rangers, Sgt. 1st Class Nicholas Whitney and Capt. Austin Rutledge, who are making the most of their final attempt for the title. The two seasoned Rangers paired up just months ago to represent the 4th Airborne and Ranger Training Battalion.
Soldier becomes first woman to compete for Best Ranger title

1 week ago | wrbl.com | Olivia Yepez

FORT BENNING, Ga. (WRBL) — The 41st Annual Best Ranger Competition kicked off at Fort Benning early in the morning. Fifty-three two-soldier teams are vying for the 2025 title; among the 106 soldiers, a history-making woman. First Lt. Gabrielle White is a former West Point cadet, who graduated from Ranger School in 2022. Friday, she became the first woman to compete in the Best Ranger Competition.
Soldier becomes first woman to compete for Best Ranger title

1 week ago | sports.yahoo.com | Olivia Yepez

FORT BENNING, Ga. (WRBL) — The 41st Annual Best Ranger Competition kicked off at Fort Benning early in the morning. Fifty-two two-soldier teams are vying for the 2025 title; among the 104 soldiers, a history-making woman. AdvertisementFirst Lt. Gabrielle White is a former West Point cadet, who graduated from Ranger School in 2022. Friday, she became the first woman to compete in the Best Ranger Competition.
Local homeless endure dangerous conditions during storm

2 weeks ago | wrbl.com | Olivia Yepez

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Over the weekend, while many of us were safe in our homes, a severe storm, which became a tornado, passed through Columbus. Hundreds of local homeless were outside, hoping to make it through the high winds and heavy rain which left damage across the city. Bob Browder, who is currently unhoused, said he hadn’t realized the incoming storm was going to be so bad. He didn’t make it to a shelter. “I wasn’t able to get nowhere. It was just me and my dog.
Local homeless endure dangerous conditions during storm

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Olivia Yepez

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Over the weekend, while many of us were safe in our homes, a severe storm, which became a tornado, passed through Columbus. Hundreds of local homeless were outside, hoping to make it through the high winds and heavy rain which left damage across the city. Bob Browder, who is currently unhoused, said he hadn’t realized the incoming storm was going to be so bad. He didn’t make it to a shelter. Advertisement“I wasn’t able to get nowhere. It was just me and my dog.
Lacerda Cup 2025: Army fighting competition begins at Fort Benning

2 weeks ago | wrbl.com | Olivia Yepez

FORT BENNING, Ga. (WRBL) — The Week of the Infantry, kicked off this week at Fort Benning with the International Sniper competition. Tuesday, more elite soldiers joined in on the action in the Lacerda Cup. Named for Staff Sgt. Pedro Lacerda, the competition will see 148 of the U.S. Army’s best fighters – 138 men and 10 women – face off in jiu-jitsu-style fighting matches. Retired Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter was at Fort Benning for the competition.
Lacerda Cup 2025: Army fighting competition begins at Fort Benning

2 weeks ago | sports.yahoo.com | Olivia Yepez

FORT BENNING, Ga. (WRBL) — The Week of the Infantry, kicked off this week at Fort Benning with the International Sniper competition. Tuesday, more elite soldiers joined in on the action in the Lacerda Cup. AdvertisementNamed for Staff Sgt. Pedro Lacerda, the competition will see 148 of the U.S. Army’s best fighters – 138 men and 10 women – face off in jiu-jitsu-style fighting matches. Beloved Fort Benning employee retires after 64 years working on post Retired Lt. Gen.
Beloved Fort Benning employee retires after 64 years working on post

2 weeks ago | wrbl.com | Olivia Yepez

FORT BENNING, Ga. (WRBL) — In 22 years working with TYA contractors on post at Fort Benning, Jerry Powell has never worn a dress to work, but Monday morning was a special occasion. After a 64-year career on post, Powell is retiring. “I really enjoyed working,” said the newly retired great-grandmother, who has used her work to put both her children and grandchildren through school.
Beloved Fort Benning employee retires after 64 years working on post

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Olivia Yepez

FORT BENNING, Ga. (WRBL) — In 22 years working with TYA contractors on post at Fort Benning, Jerry Powell has never worn a dress to work, but Monday morning was a special occasion. After a 64-year career on post, Powell is retiring. “I really enjoyed working,” said the newly retired great-grandmother, who has used her work to put both her children and grandchildren through school.

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