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Saturday, January 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Columbus, Ga. Civic Center transforms its ice rink into a rodeo arena for 'Rodeo Columbus', maintaining the ice beneath layers to protect it during the event.  News 3
  • Columbus residents participated in free notary training to learn about educational rules and the value of notary services.  WTVM
  • Columbus Fire and EMS commenced construction on the new $4.5 million Fire Station 5, expected to complete by the end of the year.  WTVM

CRIME NEWS

  • A male suspect was arrested after a stabbing/shooting incident near Sugar Mill Apartments in Columbus, with both suspect and victim hospitalized; their conditions are currently unknown.  WTVM

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The GHSA Team Duals Wrestling State Championship in Columbus is expected to boost the local economy by over $100,000, as more than 500 athletes and their coaches spend the weekend in the city.  News 3
  • The Columbus Chamber of Commerce announces a prosperous beginning to 2025, highlighting new business openings and continued initiatives to draw further ventures to the region.  WTVM

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Muscogee Educational Excellence Foundation recognized 54 teachers from the Muscogee County School District as Teacher of the Year Honorees, celebrating their commitment to educational excellence.  Columbus CEO

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Congressman Brian Jack appoints Joseph Brannan, a Columbus radio executive and Republican Party activist, as District Director for Georgia's 3rd Congressional District.  News 3

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • FR Ward Linger Longer Gathering

    This event features a social gathering following church services with a theme to be announced.

    Sun, 1/19/25

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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.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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  • Church Cleaning Video Activity

    An engaging community event focused on making cleaning videos for the church.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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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.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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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.

    Mon, 1/27/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • Yoked: A Couple's Connection Event

    This interactive event focuses on helping couples strengthen their bonds through various activities and shared experiences.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Exciting Columbus Georgia Scavenger Hunt

    This self-guided scavenger hunt takes participants through historical sites in Columbus, offering a fun mix of trivia, photo challenges, and exploration of the city's vibrant past.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ Alfred Montapert

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