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in Columbus
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Paws Humane Society will host the 'Barks & Blues Music Festival' in Columbus — a local event that will bring together community members to enjoy live music and pet-friendly activities. Columbus CEO
- ➤ A film crew in Uptown caused parking closures on Broadway and Front Avenue and partial sidewalk closures between W 13th and W 12th starting May 30, and the restrictions will remain until filming is complete — area residents are urged to plan ahead. News 3
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Phenix City-based BEAM Broadband warns customers that scammers are falsely claiming the company is closing and urging them to switch services—BEAM said it remains financially stable and locally owned. News 3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A driver sped at 126 mph on I-185 near JR Allen Parkway Friday and was stopped by deputies — the sheriff warned that such reckless driving endangers lives and can lead to fatal crashes. WTVM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Stacker ranked the 50 highest-paying jobs in Columbus using May data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics & family medicine physicians earned the top median wage of $198,990. The ranking also lists roles including pediatricians & web developers to guide those seeking better pay. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An attorney for former city manager Isaiah Hugley said his termination was discriminatory—he demanded reinstatement, a written apology, and a $213,278.52 payment. The letter sent Friday to city attorneys stated that remarks from councilmembers were baseless—city officials must reply by June 6 or face a discrimination charge. WTVM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Treviloi Italian Kitchen at The Rapids on Front Avenue in Columbus scored an 88 after a health inspection found missing paper towels, soap and several uncovered food items + lacking date marks on various dishes. Meanwhile, Bodega 1205 on 12th Street earned a perfect 100, with the owner noting that popular items like Cuban sandwiches and Eggs Benedict keep customers coming back. WTVM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Brookstone Cougars baseball team won back-to-back GIAA 4A state championships as junior Luke Lowery and sophomore Brennan Neal combined to pitch effectively and Neal hit a game-winning 2-run inside-the-park home run that clinched the contest + the team looks to chase a three-peat next season with a strong senior class returning. WTVM
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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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Knoxville Smokies at Columbus Clingstones Match
1-4 p.m. — Golden Park — Ticket includes all-you-can-eat — Celebrate summer with a vibrant baseball game featuring local teams.
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Columbus Area Middle & High School Camp
7:15-11 a.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Cost info not provided — Engage in running, conditioning, and fun activities at this enriching camp for 4th-12th graders.
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Open House in Columbus
3-5 p.m. — 507 Biggers Rd, Columbus, GA — Free entry — Explore a stunning 4,481 sq ft brick home on a serene 5.5-acre lot alongside Standing Boy Creek.
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