Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
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🎭 Culture
Students at Mary A. Buckner Academy in Columbus became Black History figures in a wax museum created to honor Black History Month — the school’s first exhibit of its kind.
The event highlights student creativity while celebrating African American heritage.
🏥 Health
The Mayor’s Commission on Health hosts a Health Resource Fair Saturday, March 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Food Mill Shared Kitchen, offering free screenings, tests, and health resources while some services require payment — METRA provides transportation with vouchers available at its Transfer Center.
Dr. Suresh Nukala (John B.
Amos Cancer Center) announced that Columbus residents who meet screening criteria can receive free colorectal cancer screenings during Wellness Wednesday. Eligible patients are urged to check with local clinics for appointment details.
🎉 Columbus Events
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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.
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.
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