Today
in Columbus
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alfie Jelks, founder of a local nonprofit, was promoted to Major in the 98th Brigade today and local leaders including Mayor Skip Henderson joined his family to mark this milestone. WTVM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Business Insider named a Columbus steakhouse as Georgia’s most iconic, noting its unique dining experience and long history in the area. The feature underscores the restaurant’s role in the local business scene. Columbus CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Korean Institute at Columbus State University will host the inaugural Korea-Georgia Dialogue on Wednesday, May 20 at the Cunningham Conference Center—where expert panels will explore security, economic innovation, cultural influence and diplomacy to strengthen Korea–Georgia ties. Registration closes Friday, May 15. Columbus State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews responded to 52 wildfires over the weekend as drought and gusty winds worsened fire danger statewide (all 159 counties are in some level of drought) and officials urged residents to take precautions until meaningful rainfall arrives. WTVM
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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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The 4th Annual MHA Fundraiser
11 AM - 2 PM — Columbus Technical College — Free entry — Experience an immersive event connecting mental health and literacy with interactive stations and wellness vendors.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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