Good morning, Columbus.

Feeding the Valley Food Bank will host a ribbon cutting today at 4 p.m. at 6744 Flat Rock Road in Midland for its new Neighbor Market, a food pantry that lets working families shop for food & choose items matching their needs.

WTVM has launched its annual diaper drive to support the Columbus Junior League Diaper Bank.

Diaper donations are accepted through Feb. 20 at Sons Chevrolet Columbus & Sons Ford Auburn.

The Columbus Community Orchestra will perform a tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. in Columbus — details about the venue and time will be announced soon.

Local opera singer Kimberli Render (in a recent interview) discussed her journey to becoming a performer, detailing the challenges and milestones that shaped her career and enriched the local arts scene.

The Lets Grow STEAM-X expo opened Monday at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center and connects students with college and career pathways in STEAM fields (keynote delivered by engineer Dr. Calvin Mackie) and will run through Tuesday.

Georgia House and Senate leaders announced HB 1193 yesterday to provide QBE funding for literacy coaches in every K-3 public school.

Superintendent Woods supports the new law as it builds on previous data (showing a 15% boost in reading improvement) and expects strong General Assembly backing.

Tony Hernandez explains that credit unions offer military families enhanced financial services (including lower fees and personalized support) to help them manage their money.

He discussed these local benefits in a recent interview.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Liberty Theatre 5k

1-5 p.m. — 813 8th Ave, Columbus, GA — Registration fees apply — Participate in a fun community run supporting the historic Liberty Theatre.

ISPA EXPO 2026

March 10-12 — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Registration Required — The premier event where the mattress industry's people, products, and possibilities connect.