Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
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🏥 Health
Hospital staff at Piedmont Columbus Regional hosted an honor walk Thursday to honor retired Army Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Hagberg, who was hospitalized after multiple strokes and will be an organ donor.
Family and local law enforcement lined the hallways during the tribute.
📰 Real Estate
Residents at Ralston Towers reported recurring issues — trash, pests and leaks — on Jan.
8, highlighting ongoing challenges with building conditions.
🏈 Sports
Northside High School named Brycen Freeman as its new head football coach — Freeman brings 19 years of teaching and coaching experience, including seven seasons as defensive coordinator and 10 years at the school.
His appointment marks a fresh leadership change for the Patriots.
Central’s Colby Cook and Pacelli’s KK Jackson will compete in the NFL FLAG Girls High School Showcase on Feb.
3 in San Francisco. The state champions were chosen from over 1,600 teams + will face NFC and AFC teams as part of the Pro Bowl lead-in.
🎉 Columbus Events
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Illusionist Family Workshop
7-8:45 p.m. — Rainey-McCullers School of The Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience unforgettable illusions and inspiring messages from the Laflin family.
Cirque Italia - Water Circus
1:30-6:30 p.m. — Peachtree Mall — Tickets from $74 — Experience a thrilling water circus performance that promises unforgettable entertainment.
Cirque Italia: Water Circus
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Peachtree Mall — Tickets start at $74 — Experience the magic and wonder of Cirque Italia's unique water circus performance.
Pee Dee IceCats vs. Columbus River Dragons
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Admission tickets required — Catch the action as the River Dragons face off against the IceCats in an exciting hockey matchup.
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