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in Columbus
Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbus’s Veterans of Foreign Wars post on Victory Drive needs donations to repair its nearly century-old facility after failing kitchen equipment and a gas leak forced the end of bingo nights. Chaplain Isaac Brown, 91, said the group will visit seven or eight sites at Fort Benning over the next few months—collecting funds to keep the post open for veterans. WTVM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Finance Director Angelica Alexander remains in her post despite being charged with willful obstruction of a law enforcement officer, while former Revenue Manager Yvonne Ivey faces two counts of simple battery—charges being moved to State Court— in an ongoing Muscogee County investigation following a leak of City Manager Isaiah Hugley’s personal information. News 3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mediacom Communications awarded a ($1,000) World Class Scholarship to Columbus High School senior Leah Becker for her leadership and academic excellence; the program, now in its 24th year, annually selects 60 local students to support their college education. Columbus CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement officers, families, and community members gathered at Bibb Mill Event Center on May 15th to honor fallen officers at the annual Peace Officers’ Memorial Service—43 names were read aloud and Mayor Skip Henderson issued a proclamation recognizing their sacrifice. The event reminded all who attended that behind every badge is a story of commitment and loss. News 3
- ➤ The Bradley Park Drive bridge will close for diverging diamond interchange construction, the Georgia Department of Transportation said. The bridge will be closed from Friday, May 30, at 7 p.m. until June 2, at 6 a.m. while drivers follow detour routes. WTVM
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Columbus River Dragons Playoff Game
7 PM — Columbus Civic Center — Lowest Price Guaranteed — Catch the Columbus River Dragons in action during their playoff run.
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Rehab 25th Anniversary Festival
5-9 p.m. — The Outskirts Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Celebrate 25 years of Rehab with an exciting lineup featuring music from top artists.
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Barks and Blues Music Festival 2025
3-9 p.m. — Woodruff Riverfront Park — $10 admission — Experience live music and a pet-friendly atmosphere with food, fun, and community support.
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GASROE GS3 Annual Conference 2025
12 PM – 1 PM — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Ticket required — Train as a School Safety Team and engage with school safety professionals at this innovative conference.
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Virtual Senior Living Tour
9 AM - 7 PM — Visiting Angels — Free entry — Explore the benefits of senior living with a focus on quality care and engaging activities.
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Fantasia Concert Featuring Anthony Hamilton
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Columbus Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of soulful performances by Fantasia and Anthony Hamilton.
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The MED Gala
6-10 p.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Fundraising event — Celebrate veteran physicians while enjoying a glamorous evening of dining and entertainment, benefiting future medical professionals.
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Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training
Mon-Thu, Jun 9-13 — Georgia Training Center — $2090 — Enhance your IT skills in this comprehensive 5-day course on Object Oriented Analysis and Design using UML.
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From Fintech to Crypto: Insights in Software Development
5:30-7 p.m. — StartUP Columbus — Free entry — Explore innovative software development lessons from the fintech and crypto realms with local experts.
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Luke Brown & The Jubilee Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — The Loft — Buy Tickets — Enjoy a captivating blend of classic country soul with modern swagger.
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