Today
in Columbus
Tuesday, July 1st, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kroger announced Monday, June 30th that it will close 60 stores over the next 18 months — including several in Georgia — a plan that could affect local shoppers. Columbus CEO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Columbus residents expressed concerns over a recent increase in trash bills—many worry that rising costs may strain household budgets. Columbus CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials from the Tax Assessors and Tax Commissioner’s offices, including Suzanne Widenhouse and David Britt, warned Columbus residents to be alert to mail that looks like government documents but asks for fee payments for free services. They said the letters come from third-party companies not connected with the offices—residents should call to check and must file appeals by close of business July 3. Columbus CEO
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Enterprise Linux System Administration Training
Mon, Jul 28 – Fri, Aug 1 — Georgia Training Center — $2190 — Deepen your Linux skills with hands-on training in system administration.
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Columbus Ice Rink Public Skating
5-9 p.m. — Columbus Ice Rink CIVIC CENTER — Ticket valid for any open skating session — Glide across the ice and enjoy a fun evening of public skating in Columbus.
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