Today
in Columbus
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local organization is hosting its second annual Mardi Gras parade at Peachtree Mall. The event promises festive floats — a time for residents to enjoy a vibrant local celebration. Columbus CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Twenty-six of 53 Muscogee County Teachers of the Year are Columbus State alumni, as announced by the Muscogee Educational Excellence Foundation (MEEF) on Jan. 29 at Schwob School of Music Legacy Hall; the district winner will be named on May 7 at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center. Columbus State University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ During Severe Weather Preparedness Week, Chance D. Corbett of Columbus Consolidated Government Homeland Security and Emergency Management advises residents to review his storm safety steps (including monitoring weather alerts and organizing emergency supplies) to stay safe during storms. WTVM
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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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Columbus, GA Real Estate Conference 2026
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center — Registration required — A comprehensive training and networking opportunity for real estate agents to enhance their business and brand in a changing market.
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K-POP Warriors
7-8:30 p.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Family-friendly event — Experience vibrant K-Pop music and dance in an action-packed live show for all ages.
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Columbus Varsity Baseball at Kendrick
5:30-7:15 p.m. — Kendrick High School — Free entry — Watch the Kendrick varsity baseball team take on Columbus in a home conference matchup.
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