Today
in Columbus
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Motorcyclists in Columbus are riding to raise awareness for veteran suicides—organizers say the event aims to engage local riders and support veterans. WSB-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nearly four years after Army veteran Damien 'Cody' Nesbitt was shot while sitting in his car near 620 5th Avenue on Jan. 6, his mother is pleading for justice on tonight’s Beyond the Yellow Tape with Roslyn Giles — Columbus police said his black 2005 Lexus was stolen and later abandoned in Phenix City — and they are asking the public for any tips. WTVM
- ➤ A Columbus man was arrested on multiple drug and firearm charges at 5:59 p.m. on June 9—police say the arrest followed an investigation and further details are pending. WTVM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Columbus Museum welcomed its 2,000,000th visitor when John Harkey and his son Ephraim arrived around 11:00 a.m. and received a $150 COMU Shop gift card, an exclusive art print (by Addie Newcomer), and a swag bag as a thank-you for their support. News 3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Contestants are competing in Columbus today for the Miss Georgia Scholarship Competition & they show talent, interview skills, and academic achievements. Local judges will select a winner & the event will run for several days as finalists vie for scholarship opportunities. WTVM
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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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Mortgage Fair
4-7 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Free admission — Explore mortgage options and connect with top lenders to start your journey toward homeownership.
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Win-Win Workroom - Speed Networking
6-9 p.m. — F&W Control Tower — Registration required — Engage in a dynamic speed networking experience that fosters business partnerships and collaboration.
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Mimosas & Motivation: Brunch Vendor Expo
5-9 p.m. — 3100 Gentian Blvd, Columbus, GA — Ticketed entry — Sip, shop, and enjoy a vibrant expo featuring bottomless mimosas and inspiring connections.
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