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in Columbus
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Benning is celebrating Infantry Week 2026 with a series of ceremonies and interactive events that honor infantry soldiers and bring the community together at the base. WTVM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kemp might sign Senate Bill 33 to limit property tax increases for owner-occupied homes, though school districts (including in Muscogee County) could later cut teachers as rising costs squeeze budgets. Columbus CEO
- ➤ Smiths Station High School opened its new multi-purpose field today for students and athletes. The facility will host sports and community events and provide an updated space for school activities. WTVM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Soldiers competed in preliminary Lacerda Cup striking matches at Fort Benning Wednesday and Thursday as 136 participants from 21 teams battled for a spot in Friday's championship. WTVM
- ➤ The Columbus Clingstones will take the field as the Columbus Scrambled Dogs at Synovus Park during the 2026 season, honoring the city’s hot dog tradition. The club will offer free hats + jerseys during promotions on May 30 and Sept. 5. WTVM
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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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CCA Varsity Baseball Game
4:00-5:45 p.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Free entry — Watch the exciting showdown as St. Anne-Pacelli faces off against Citizens Christian Academy in a home non-conference game.
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Do The Crawl de Mayo
4:30-9 p.m. — The Maltitude Bar at Banks — Tickets required — Celebrate early with a vibrant pub crawl filled with games, contests, and fiesta energy.
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A Mother's Day Celebration
7-10 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Family friendly — Celebrate mothers with a special evening of appreciation and festivities.
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