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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Safe Kids Columbus and community partners will host a free summer safety event on Friday, June 20 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Bill and Olivia Amos Children’s Hospital where children will explore safety equipment and learn about water, vehicle, and fire safety — Tri-City Veterans will supply grilled hotdogs and hamburgers while supplies last. WTVM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 2, Columbus police conducted targeted stops and seized five guns—including two confirmed stolen—and 172 grams of marijuana while arresting six people on charges including illegal firearm possession. WTVM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Goodwill and the Muscogee County School District will host the annual JRTOC Cadet Leadership College and Career Fair on June 5th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at (2601 Cross Country Drive, Building B) for high school cadets from Georgia and Alabama. Part of a week-long leadership program, the fair will offer hands-on training (rappelling, land navigation, and drone and robotics exercises) and is closed to the public. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Despite strong public outcry and legal threats over his 7—3 removal vote last week, the Columbus council did not address City Manager Hugley’s firing at Tuesday's meeting. Hugley’s attorney requested a hearing while acting city manager Lisa Goodwin filled the role amid calls from residents for greater transparency. WTVM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Columbus’s Synovus Park is in the running for Newsweek’s Best Double-A Ballpark in the upcoming 2025 Fan’s Choice Awards after a $50 million renovation added a new playing field, smokehouse, beer garden, three restaurants, the Piedmont Kids Zone and a clubhouse with premium box seating. WTVM
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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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Red S.H.O.E. Challenge: 112 Minutes in Motion
11 AM – 1 PM — Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc — Free entry — Get active indoors with the Columbus GA Alumnae Chapter for a community-focused exercise event.
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Senior Living Community On-Site Tour
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Oaks at Maple Ridge — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living options and discover award-winning facilities and friendly staff.
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