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in Columbus
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Piedmont Classic at the Country Club of Columbus brings golfers, tennis players & pickleball players together for its 31st year to raise funds for the John B. Amos Cancer Center and Bill and Olivia Amos Children’s Hospital. WTVM
- ➤ Today, Georgia Cities Week kicks off with a picnic-style lunch and learn at the Columbus Trade Center where attendees enjoyed a meal and venue tour; the celebration continues with a litter cleanup, scavenger challenge, and more events later this week. WTVM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Key Elementary has named veteran educator Dr. Draveious Hurston‑White as its new principal — following Dr. Jackie Flakes’ retirement. WTVM
- ➤ The North Columbus Rotary Club hosted its annual Fred Kirby Student Awards Ceremony at Green Island Country Club, honoring 26 high school seniors for top SAT scores. The event featured local academic achievement — a tradition that promotes community involvement in education. WTVM
- ➤ The Korean Institute at Columbus State will host its inaugural Korea-Georgia Dialogue on May 20 at the Cunningham Conference Center (registration ends May 15) where experts discuss defense partnerships, economic innovation, Korean culture and political diplomacy. The free, full-day event will strengthen US-Korea ties. Columbus CEO
- ➤ Spencer High School alumni have organized a reunion event in Columbus to help former students reconnect & share memories. More details on the time and location will be provided soon. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Georgia DOT is joining National Work Zone Awareness Week from April 20 to 24 to remind drivers to slow down and obey work zone rules during roadway projects around Columbus. Commissioner McMurry urged motorists to adopt safe habits and follow posted signs (key for protecting crews and preventing accidents). Columbus CEO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The closed Winn-Dixie in Ladonia will soon be replaced by a new self-storage facility that aims to boost local business. Construction plans have yet to be finalized. WTVM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cupid will headline the halftime show at the Columbus Civic Center on Friday, April 24 to honor first responders as the Lions face the Wheeling Miners with kickoff at 7 p.m. 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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~ Abraham Lincoln
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