Today
in Columbus
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbus is boosting support for homeless residents by using Safehouse vans to offer cold-weather shelter pickup. The city aims to provide safe, warm shelter during colder weather and deliver essential resources for those in need. WTVM
- ➤ The Columbus River Dragons have partnered with LaGrange Animal Shelter to provide free puppy adoptions to help local pets find forever homes; additional event details will be shared soon. WTVM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Library launched Food and the Soul of America to celebrate the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday with a focus on Southern barbecue history - featuring two-time James Beard Award winner Adrian Miller and culinary art students from Jordan Vocational High School. WTVM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MCSD Pre-K lottery applications are now open for families in Columbus. Parents should check with local school offices for details on enrolling in the program. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbus City Council approved a camping ban last August that prohibits sleeping or storing personal items on city property. The police now give violators (8 days) to leave while connecting them with resources as the annual homeless count begins Monday. WTVM
- ➤ Georgia Power readies thousands of workers to respond to possible outages as an ice storm nears; crews will activate once road conditions are safe (local residents are urged to prepare for power disruptions). WSB-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bill and Olivia Amos Children’s Hospital (the only one in the region) gives kids specialized care in Columbus. It serves children from across the area with expert treatment. WTVM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Betsy is the pet of the week at Paws Humane Society where residents can adopt her and other animals. Bill and Olivia Amos Children’s Hospital remains the region’s only children's hospital, providing specialized care for kids. WTVM
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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.
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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.
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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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Monroe Academy Varsity Baseball Game
5:30-7:15 p.m. — Kendrick High School — Free entry — Witness a competitive non-conference baseball game between Kendrick and Monroe Academy.
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Half Marathon at Rotary Park
8 AM – 12 PM — Rotary Park Public Restroom — Registration required — Run the scenic paths of Rotary Park in this exciting half marathon event.
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Heart of a King
3-6 p.m. — Diamond Kutz — Free (RSVP required) — Celebrate the courage and resilience of young kings with grooming, conversations, and self-care in a supportive environment.
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