Thursday, April 10th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Columbus police partnered with the school district police and Homeland Security in a detail that led to 26 arrests, 52 charges, the seizure of four firearms including two reported stolen, several drugs, a vehicle, and $673, and the clearing of 12 outstanding warrants +the operation involved 222 traffic stops+. WTVM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting actors in Columbus, Georgia. The list details local short films like Remnant—seeking a range of roles for actors with competitive pay and also notes projects in Atlanta and nationwide. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbus city officials are still fixing flood damage at City Hall after heavy rains fell this past Sunday. ServPro has been cleaning water in the building’s basement and first floor—expected to be dry by midweek while the cost remains undetermined. News 3
- ➤ The Columbus Consolidated Government’s Department of Public Works announced a temporary change in yard waste collection following severe storms that damaged Midland on Sunday. Residents in Midland and other impacted areas can receive free curbside collection of large tree debris until May 31—regular fees will resume after that period. Columbus CEO
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Creative South 2025
11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Ticket required — Learn from top professionals in various in-person workshops at this creative conference.
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Athens Rock Lobsters vs. Columbus River Dragons
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Ticket required for ages 3 and up — Catch the excitement as the Athens Rock Lobsters take on the Columbus River Dragons in this thrilling hockey match.
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Shaw Varsity Baseball Game at Kendrick
5:30-7:15 p.m. — Kendrick High School — Free entry — Catch the exciting conference matchup as Kendrick faces off against Shaw in a local baseball rivalry.
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Pensacola Blue Wahoos vs. Columbus Clingstones
1-8:35 p.m. — Golden Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a fun evening of community baseball while supporting a cause of your choice.
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Pensacola Blue Wahoos vs. Columbus Clingstones
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Golden Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch a live baseball game between the Blue Wahoos and Clingstones in Columbus.
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Pensacola Blue Wahoos vs Columbus Clingstones
7:05-10:05 p.m. — Golden Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between the Pensacola Blue Wahoos and the Columbus Clingstones.
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Book Discussion: Silver Sparrow
10-11:30 a.m. — Delta House — Bring your favorite tea and a light meal — Explore the themes of 'Silver Sparrow' by Tayari Jones in a vibrant community gathering.
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1-Day Public Speaking Workshop
9 AM – 5 PM — Columbus Academy for Lifelong Learning — Cost included with registration — Enhance your public speaking skills and conquer stage fright at this immersive workshop.
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Dot Dot Dot - A New Musical
9:30-11 a.m. — RiverCenter for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant journey of creativity and self-expression in this engaging new musical adaptation.
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Blakgraz LIVE Performance
7-10 p.m. — Ivy Park Sports & Grill — Check venue for entry cost — Enjoy a diverse mix of genres performed live by Blakgraz.
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