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Credit cards compromised at Callaway Gardens

Submitted by WTVM Web Staff on Friday, May 24th, 5:52 pm

Anyone who has visited Callaway Gardens prior to May 24, 2013 may have had their credit card information compromised.

A credit card processing company notified multiple companies, including Callaway Gardens, that sophisticated fraudulent credit card activity had been detected in their systems.

This potential criminal activity has been reported to the law enforcement authorities. Callaway Gardens uses the latest computer security technologies, and top experts in the field of computer forensics have been retained for a more thorough investigation.

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Congressman Bishop makes statement regarding Memorial Day

Submitted by Christina Kleehammer on Friday, May 24th, 3:23 pm

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) released the following statement regarding the upcoming Memorial Day on Monday, May 27, 2013.

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Talking to your kids about severe weather damages

Submitted by WTVM Web Staff on Friday, May 24th, 12:09 pm

(WTVM)- The devastation you see on the television following severe weather, like the tornado that ripped through Oklahoma, may leave some children worried or confused about the images they are seeing.

Sometimes, as parents you may not know just the right thing to do or say.

Dr. Kevin Weis with Columbus Psychological Associates stopped by our studio on Tuesday to explain the best way parents should handle the situation. Watch the video to find out more.

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How to help the Oklahoma storm victims

Submitted by WTVM Web Staff on Thursday, May 23rd, 9:30 am

(WTVM)- America shines brightest when our neighbors need help.

As millions of Americans focus their attention on the devastation in Oklahoma, many will feel compelled to reach out and help.

But sometimes, in massive recovery efforts, people's good intentions can turn into a burden for workers in the trenches.

News Leader 9's Elizabeth White spoke with local emergency management officials and the Red Cross about how to really make an impact with your gifts in times of disaster.

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Sign up now for News and Weather alerts

Submitted by WTVM Web Staff on Thursday, May 23rd, 12:06 am

(WTVM)- The devastating effects of the tornado in Oklahoma yesterday serve as a somber reminder that disaster can strike anywhere, anytime.

That's why it's crucial to stay up-to-date on the latest breaking news and weather alerts. We offer several different services to keep you informed when you're on the go.

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9 Summer Events for Kids

Submitted by WTVM Web Staff on Wednesday, May 22nd, 3:26 am

(WTVM)- Before you know it, school will be out and parents will be looking for things for their kids to do.

We compiled a list of nine things to do in Columbus this summer for kids:

The Columbus Public Library has the AFLAC reading program from May 17- July 19.

The Columbus Museum will offer art-making summer camps through the month of June.

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Final whitewater rafting preps underway on the Hooch

Submitted by WTVM Web Staff on Wednesday, May 22nd, 12:56 am

COLUMBUS, GA (WTVM)- If the thought of flipping out of a raft into the Chattahoochee River is keeping you from experiencing Columbus' whitewater rafting course... just ask raft guide trainee Hunter Price. He flipped head first into the Hooch during training Monday.

"Anybody who hasn't done it, you know, it's going to be a little panic. Once you fall out, it's easy going," said Price.

Hunter says everyone needs to understand the water is stronger than you. If you fight it, it's just going to make it tougher for you.

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