Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
Good morning, Columbus.
🏘️ Community
Wesley Glen Ministries has opened a Columbus location to offer residential services, a Cornerstone Day Program, one-on-one mentoring and employment support for people with developmental disabilities.
The Macon-based organization expanded to meet local needs.
Girls Inc. Columbus Phenix Russell honored its top leaders in a sold-out fundraising luncheon at St. Luke Ministry Center.
Recipients included Autumn Cohen, Kylie Oestricher and Leveah Walker, with Ariya Daniels receiving the Priscilla Zellner Leadership Award and Olivia Garcia the Girls Inc. Girls of the Year Award.
💼 Business
Aflac is celebrating its 5,000 employees during appreciation week by hosting lunches, special events, and recognitions+ President Virgil Miller greeted workers at the call center to thank them for their commitment.
Dutch Bros is set to open its first Columbus coffee shop soon with details on location and opening date pending + the company confirmed its plans today.
🎭 Culture
On Sunday, locals gathered at the historic Liberty Theatre for the second annual Ma Fest to honor blues legend Gertrude (Ma) Rainey after a weather postponement, and the free event celebrated Columbus’s deep musical roots.
🎓 Education
Scott Ressmeyer and 14 Miracle Riders launched their three-week, 9,300-mile motorcycle ride on May 1 from Columbus State’s RiverPark campus to raise funds for its School of Nursing, and they will return on May 22 to Uptown Columbus for a welcome-home celebration — with stops across 16 states.
Miracle Riders are on a 21-day cross-country trek (to support CSU nursing students) as founder Scott Ressmeyer provides updates to boost local nursing education.
The event is ongoing and expected to inspire community support across Columbus.
Columbus State University recognized 15 faculty and staff on May 5 during its Employee Recognition Awards as part of Employee Appreciation Week.
The event also honored employees for milestone service and retirements (award details are available on the campus website).
Muscogee County School District (MCSD) has opened its transfer window for students wishing to change schools; parents should review the district guidelines for submitting requests.
🏛️ Government
Soldiers from around the world are competing at Fort Benning this week in the Sullivan Cup tank competition (featuring tank and Bradley events).
Public events run daily, and the award ceremony will be held on Friday morning.
🎉 Columbus Events
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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.
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.
Girl Talk: Exploring Emotions
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Columbus Public Library — Free entry — An empowering event to explore the colors of emotions, boosting confidence and self-esteem.
The Big Run: Global Running Day
6-10 p.m. — Big Dog Fleet Feet — Free entry — Celebrate Global Running Day with a spirited 5K run in the heart of Columbus.
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