Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Columbus.
🎓 Education
Georgia students in grades six through 12 can take a hunter safety education course after Senate Bill 148 was signed into law by Gov. Brian Kemp.
The course (based on DNR standards) will be offered next school year with certified instructors.
🌲 Environment
Local pest control experts say hot weather pushes ants, roaches, termites & raccoons and squirrels indoors as they search for cooler spots.
Homeowners should keep yards tidy and consider professional treatment when calls about infestations become frequent.
🎉 Columbus Events
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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.
Legacy of Legends
6:30-9 p.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Ticket cost per attendee — Celebrate the impactful legacies of fathers and father figures through heartfelt recognition and a four-course meal.
I Feel Good: A Tribute to James Brown
2-4 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Ticketed event — Experience a high-energy tribute with all of James Brown's greatest hits and vibrant performances.
Columbus Clingstones vs. Rocket City Trash Pandas
7:06 p.m. — Golden Park — Tickets starting at $46 — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup in the heart of Columbus.
4th Annual 706 Day Festival
4-8 p.m. — Woodruff Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate with music, food, and family fun at this vibrant community festival.
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