Good morning, Columbus.

NAIA softball teams and local high school athletes will clean Columbus Riverwalk today from 9 to 11 a.m. at Woodruff Riverfront Park Splash Pad (organized by Keep Columbus Beautiful and Columbus Sports Council) ahead of the softball series starting Thursday at South Commons Sports Complex.

At Columbus State University’s ROTC ceremony on May 14, 11 new second lieutenants were commissioned — ten assigned to active-duty and one to Army Reserve duty.

The cadets, including four distinguished honors recipients, are a mix of undergraduate and master’s graduates ready to lead.

Growing Room Child Development Centers will celebrate the grand opening of its new early learning center at 1600 1st Avenue on Friday, May 22 at 9:00 a.m. The facility features modern classrooms, indoor play spaces, and an outdoor playground (including a splash pad) for children 6 weeks to 12 years old.

Miracle Riders arrived in New York as they continue a trek to raise funds and awareness for Columbus State University’s nursing program.

The journey highlights CSU’s community impact and supports its local initiatives.

Alabama Power crews will begin powerline work on Stadium Drive in Phenix City soon, which will close the road and require drivers to use alternate routes.

Check your path if you are traveling nearby.

Georgia will begin a seatbelt crackdown and speeding checks on Monday, May 25.

The safety campaigns run through May 31 and include Memorial Day weekend, as authorities enforce driving laws to boost compliance on highways.

Piedmont Columbus Regional hosted its 13th annual Physician Recognition Awards today, honoring doctors for clinical care, leadership, and teaching.

Dr. Gurkeerat Singh, Dr. Subhendu De, Dr. Jason Tsai, and Dr. Olutoyin Okanlawon received awards — 15 physicians were inducted into the Honored Society for their contributions.

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.