Good morning, Columbus.

Two men, a father aged 58 and his 29 year old son from Waverly Hall, died when an EF1 tornado caused a tree to fall on their golf cart at Bull Creek Golf Course on Sunday + their celebration of life will be held at Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, at 2 p.m. on May 3 with a GoFundMe to help their family.

Police are investigating a deadly shooting near Colorado St and Rigdon Rd in Columbus—one person died—while the Violent Crimes Unit leads the investigation.

Four local legislators met at South Columbus Library to update the community after Georgia’s legislative session ended—discussing the budget that funds Columbus State University’s space science facility, the Juvenile Justice Center, and a veteran education center.

They also answered questions on environmental concerns like PFAS testing and urged residents to stay engaged as Governor Brian Kemp has 40 days to sign or veto the legislation.

On April 10, over 60 top indirect fire infantry soldiers competed in the closing day of the 2025 International Best Mortar Competition at Fort Benning as part of Infantry Week—teams of four ran a 12-mile ruck and tested both large and small rounds to prove combat skills.

First Lt. Gabrielle White became the first woman to compete in the Best Ranger Competition at Fort Benning on Friday—she and her teammate Capt. Seth Deltenre represent the Maneuver Center of Excellence.

Fifty-three two-soldier teams are pushing their limits as they vie for the 2025 title.

Uptown Columbus is preparing to host the 2nd annual Columbus Cup freestyle kayaking competition where over 30 world-class athletes will compete.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

CSU Spring Swing

6:30-11 p.m. — Frank G. Lumpkin Jr. Center — Support community dance teams — Enjoy a night of dancing, music by The Grapevine Band, and delicious food.

WorkSource Georgia Columbus Job Fair

3-6 p.m. — 700 Veterans Parkway, Columbus, GA — Free entry — Network with employers and bring your resume for job opportunities.