Good morning, Columbus.

Trinity is a 7-year-old American Bulldog mix who has waited 1,039 days for a forever family after being rescued from the euthanasia list at Columbus Animal Control in 2022 and is now cared for by Animal Ark Rescue in Columbus (2509 Manchester Expressway).

She weighs 57 pounds, is healthy and friendly, and her caregivers say she is ready for adoption.

Popular Columbus Italian restaurant Trevioli said its last day will be Saturday, June 28 due to factors that made keeping the business open impossible.

The restaurant will still serve the area through catering (and food trucks) after closing its dine-in service.

Georgia officials are depositing surplus tax refunds of up to $500 into eligible bank accounts today, and taxpayers are advised to check if they qualify as surplus balances from recent taxes are processed.

Marion County High School student Sir Charles Cash Jones has been accepted into Juilliard’s Summer Program and will travel to Orlando, Florida in July to improve his acting and singing skills.

He is one of 42 students chosen worldwide (after submitting audition videos in March) and will start his senior year soon after.

The Columbus Fire & EMS Department celebrated the graduation of its 2025 cadet class today at the Columbus Trade Center — 36 new firefighters completed an intensive program in Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazmat Awareness, and Hazmat Operations.

Deputy Chief of Operations Daniel S. Macon told the graduates they must keep learning — and he recognized two cadets with awards for Highest Overall GPA and Most Distinguished performance.

Fort Benning will host an Independence Day celebration on Saturday as it prepares to observe the Fourth of July holiday a little earlier.

A free home buying seminar will be held this Saturday — local experts will share advice on the home buying process — for those looking to learn key steps in purchasing a property.

Attendees will explore topics such as mortgage options and budgeting to help them plan their next move.

The Columbus Clingstones have drawn more than 114,000 fans at Synovus Park in 32 home games and seem on pace to break local pro baseball attendance records — a number that exceeds past season totals.

Fans proudly wear team gear and GM Pete Laven said he remains optimistic as the season continues.

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.

Christmas In July Food Truck Festival

4-7 p.m. — River Oak Boutique — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of food trucks and adult beverages at this festive summer celebration.

Summer at the Movies Worship Experience

11:30 a.m. — Columbus State University — Free entry — Celebrate faith and community with family-friendly worship at Faith Chapel.

Astronomy Night at F.D.R. State Park

9:00-11:59 p.m. — Liberty Bell Pool — Free entry — Explore the night sky with telescopes and guided tours led by the Space Science Center team.

Summer at The Movies Celebration

11:30 a.m. — Columbus State University — Free admission — Experience a vibrant worship event for the whole family with community spirit.

Johnny's Cowboy Rodeo

5-9 p.m. — Cooper Creek Park — Free entry — Celebrate Johnny's 25th birthday with food trucks, music, and good vibes in cowboy attire.

Summer at The Movies at Faith Chapel

11:30 a.m. — Columbus State University — Free entry — Celebrate with a family-friendly worship experience at Faith Chapel.