Today
in Columbus
Friday, January 10th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Columbus Council decided to transfer animal care responsibilities to Paws Humane Society. Columbus CEO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 16-year-old pleaded not guilty to six felony charges related to the shooting deaths of two 18-year-olds in Columbus, with the case moving to Superior Court. WTVM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Synovus Bank appoints Walt Deriso as CEO and Hamilton Hilsman as president of The Family Office, emphasizing client relationships and service expansion. Columbus CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Schools in the Chattahoochee Valley are implementing delays and virtual learning on Friday due to the forecasted severe winter weather. WTVM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Brian Kemp activates a State of Emergency in Georgia to prepare for an upcoming winter storm, mobilizing resources and advising limited travel. WTVM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside has been recognized as a Blue Distinction Center by Blue Cross Blue Shield for its metabolic and bariatric surgery program, offering comprehensive treatment options for obesity. Columbus CEO
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Flat Rock Youth Leadership Training Breakfast
Young Women and Young Men from Flat Rock are invited to partake in a breakfast event focused on leadership training and planning for 2025 activities.
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Life Track Class at Church on the Trail
Life Track is a 3-week class designed for individuals seeking to become members of Church on the Trail, providing details about the church’s mission and membership benefits.
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FR Ward Linger Longer Gathering
This event features a social gathering following church services with a theme to be announced.
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Carver Girls Varsity Basketball vs Kendrick
The Carver and Kendrick high school girls varsity basketball teams will compete in a home conference game in Columbus, GA.
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Church Cleaning Video Activity
An engaging community event focused on making cleaning videos for the church.
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Spiritual Bootcamp 2025 RECON
This event includes two days of discipleship training led by Bishop Tony Mitchell Sr. and Elder Sandra Mitchell at the St Luke Ministry Center.
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You Sleuth Augmented Reality Detective Experience
You Sleuth is an interactive self-guided detective experience that combines augmented reality with classic mystery-solving gameplay.
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FR YM/YW Parents and Youth Meeting with Adult Presidencies
This meeting is focused on coordinating plans for youth and parent activities within the church community.
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French Conversation Meetup for All Levels
This event invites participants to practice their French language skills in a friendly and informal setting at Iron Bank Coffee Co.
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Peter Furler Live Concert
Peter Furler will perform live at Church on the Trail, offering an evening of music and entertainment in Columbus, GA.
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