Today
in Columbus
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Columbus couple hosts One Board Day this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at The Refinery on Evangel Church’s campus; admission is $10 per person (family of five for $30) and visitors get a free Flip 7 card game plus access to 200 games with teacher help. WTVM
- ➤ Retired Army Sgt. Willis Wilson and his wife, who minister on Fort Benning for nearly 30 years, recalled a three-hour conversation with Rev. Jesse Jackson in February 2020 at a South Carolina hotel lobby, a memory made poignant after his recent celebration of life. WTVM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper and GRA President Stephanie Fischer announced nine new Georgia Grown Executive Chefs yesterday at the Capitol. The program builds ties between chefs and farmers and features Columbus chef Hudson Terrell from The Animal Farm & Gabagool with a commitment to local ingredients. Columbus CEO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WTVM will host a job fair at Columbus State University to connect local employers with job seekers. The event will offer networking and recruitment opportunities, and more details are expected soon. Columbus CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CTC is hosting a job fair today to connect future graduates with local employers; the event on campus offers networking and career guidance. WTVM
- ➤ On March 5, the CVCC Foundation hosted its annual Hall of Fame Gala at CVCC to honor community leaders and raise funds for student scholarships. Interim President Annette Funderburk noted an 8.6% enrollment increase and highlighted renovations at Adams Hall to expand instructional space. Columbus CEO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saint Francis-Emory Healthcare on Manchester Expressway was recognized as Georgia's first Purple Heart hospital when it held a ribbon-cutting ceremony + a proclamation presentation to honor Purple Heart recipients and service members wounded in action. WTVM
- ➤ Local dancers and their professional partners will perform in Dancing Stars of Columbus tomorrow to raise $550K for Alzheimer’s with film-inspired routines + a livestream allowing text votes to support families impacted by the disease. WTVM
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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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Bedazzling Book Event
6-7:30 p.m. — Columbus Bound Bookshop — Free entry — Spark creativity and shine bright while transforming books with sparkling flair.
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The Three Musketeers
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling tale of friendship and adventure in this live performance.
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Pee Dee IceCats vs. Columbus River Dragons
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Admission tickets required — Cheer on the River Dragons during an exciting hockey match in the 2025-2026 season.
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