Good morning, Columbus.

Residents in Columbus are frustrated by rising gas prices ahead of Memorial Day — many say the cost increase may affect travel plans.

Georgia extended its gas tax suspension to help ease high pump prices ahead of Memorial Day weekend and summer travel.

AAA advises drivers to plan routes and compare prices as regular gas averages around $4 per gallon.

A long-vacant building on 17th Street in midtown Columbus will be transformed into Midtown Pickleball (a facility for local pickleball enthusiasts) and is set to boost community recreation soon.

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.

GACTE Career Tech Expo

8 a.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Free entry — Engage with industry leaders and educators on career and technical education innovations.

Georgia Association of Career & Technical Education Summer Conference 2026

June 9-11 — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Check the event website for fees — Engage with experts at Georgia's premier conference for career and technical education.

Columbus Clingstones vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos

2:05 – 9:05 PM — Golden Park — Tickets starting at $46 — Experience Southern League baseball with a local flair in an updated historic ballpark.

FIN FIT Workshop in Columbus

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM — The Cunningham Center — Free entry — Discover strategies to raise capital and empower your small business at this interactive workshop.