Today
in Columbus
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Columbus entrepreneur workspace is expanding with new private offices for a local business owner to boost capacity and support growing business needs. The new spaces offer flexible options that benefit local entrepreneurs. Columbus CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mercer University School of Medicine celebrated National Residency Match Day on March 20 at campuses in Macon, Savannah and Columbus plus Valdosta students joined at their preclinical site. Ninety-eight percent of the class matched with residency programs, with many entering core specialties at Mercer-affiliated hospitals in Georgia. Columbus CEO
- ➤ Columbus State celebrated 13 Legacy Award winners including students, employees, alumni and community leaders at its Legacy Celebration Banquet on March 25 (with keynote speaker T. Dallas Smith among honorees), honoring contributions to service, culture and inclusion. Columbus State University
- ➤ Last Saturday, the 15th Annual UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball raised $250K to support scholarships for Georgia college students at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center; the event met its fundraising goal. Columbus CEO
- ➤ More than 140 female athletes attended the 5th annual Dream Big Day at Columbus State University as part of Girls in Game, which links athletes with college and NCAA Division II opportunities. The event, featuring campus tours + group sessions, ran from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. WTVM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers removed over 32 tons of trash from the Chattahoochee River during the 16th annual Sweep the Hooch cleanup with 1,400 participants from 15 counties (protecting local drinking water conditions). The event will return on Saturday, March 20, 2027. WTVM
- ➤ Local officials removed 32 tons of trash from the drinking water supply today, aiming to ensure safe water for residents. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Rocky Marsh, the District 9 candidate, introduced his plans and vision for local governance on Thursday, Mar. 26. Local residents learned about his ideas and how they may shape the community. WTVM
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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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Columbus Lions Home Opener
7-10 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Starting at $14.05 — Experience the excitement of the Columbus Lions as they kick off their football season at home.
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The Three Musketeers
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy a classic tale of adventure and camaraderie brought to life on stage.
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Columbus Symphony Orchestra: Three by Beethoven
7:30-10:30 p.m. — RiverCenter for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the stirring sounds of Beethoven's masterpieces with pianist Claire Huangci.
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Biloxi Shuckers at Columbus Clingstones
1:05-5:05 p.m. — Golden Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between the Biloxi Shuckers and Columbus Clingstones.
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Columbus Lions vs Wheeling Miners
7-10 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Enjoy an exciting minor league football game featuring local favorites.
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