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in Columbus
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Uptown Columbus is hosting its annual Spring Concert Series with free Friday night shows in April on Broadway and in May at Highside Market, including a special Miracle Riders Night on May 22 with Jonboy Storey. The series offers live music and a boost to local businesses. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Georgia House voted 174-1 on Wednesday to send HB 961 to the Senate, which would require insurers to charge the same for in-network and out-of-network ambulance rides — a move intended to curb surprise fees by setting out-of-network rates at 300% of Medicare. Columbus CEO
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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