Good morning, Columbus.

Residents and local leaders debated a housing project near the wildlife sanctuary as concerns over environmental impact were voiced.

Officials may schedule further meetings to review proposals before any development begins.

Residents at Cobb apartments say trash collection has not occurred in months even though tenants continue to pay full rent.

They are urging management to address the service problem promptly.

Local gas stations report that prices have increased today as global oil costs rise after bombs dropped in the Middle East, meaning drivers will pay more at the pump.

From Friday, Feb. 28 to Monday, March 2, gas prices across Georgia rose by about 1.6 cents as experts linked the increase to global tensions from the Iran conflict (with Alabama seeing a 0.8 cent rise).

Muscogee County School District opened online registration for current and new students for the upcoming school year and will keep it open until classes begin.

Parents can visit the district’s website or parent portal to update records and submit required documents, as announced Monday.

Columbus-area military experts have warned that the U.S.-Iran conflict may become more complex and affect local military families, plus a retired Army Ranger and a Columbus State University historian noted Fort Benning continues training soldiers.

13-year-old powerlifter Nash 'Big Nash' Earwood broke state records for bench press, deadlift, squat, and total weight at the Georgia Powerlifting State Championships in Dalton, and he will compete in nationals in Chicago in June to become the nation’s strongest + his coach Terrence Flowers praised his hard work at 4.0 Fitness.

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.

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.

GeorgiaFIRST Robotics: Columbus Qualifier 2026

Mar 19-21 — Columbus Civic Center — Free entry — Witness the best robotics teams in the Peachtree District compete for top honors.

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

8 a.m. — Rotary Park Public Restroom — Registration required — Compete in multiple race distances and earn finisher medals in a community-focused running event.

Westfield School Varsity Baseball vs. St. Anne-Pacelli

5-6:45 p.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Free entry — Watch local high school baseball teams compete in an exciting conference matchup.

Jerry Seinfeld Live

8-11 p.m. — RiverCenter for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $227 — Experience a night of laughs with the legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld.