Today
in Columbus
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thistle and her animal friends are available for adoption at Paws Humane Society (central Columbus) as local families are invited to meet them and explore pet adoption options. WTVM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Symphony Orchestra will perform 'North V.S. South' on Saturday, March 14 at Legacy Hall at RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, featuring Baroque music from Vivaldi to Handel. An open dress rehearsal at 2:30 p.m. and a pre-concert discussion at 6:30 p.m. accompany the event; tickets cost $10 to $42. Columbus CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A philanthropic gift from Mrs. Hallock (a former USIA diplomat) extended Columbus State’s military history program and established a new distinguished lecture series in foreign policy, inviting top experts to campus for discussions. The endowment further positions Columbus State as a nationally recognized hub for military heritage. Columbus CEO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Columbus Clingstones announced their 2026 coaching staff on Thursday by naming veteran Nestor Perez as manager and returning coaches Mike Steed, Grant Kay, and Francisco Diaz (new support staff have also been added). The team opens on April 3 at Synovus Park to mark its 100th anniversary. WTVM
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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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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.
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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.
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Cookies with the Easter Bunny
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Tickets required — Enjoy a morning of sweet treats and fun with the Easter Bunny.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Better to be too early and have to try again, than be too late and have to catch up.
~ Paul Graham
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