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in Columbus
Sunday, July 6th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Columbus officers responded after noon Saturday to a scene on Reese Road near the Macon Road intersection—detectives and a coroner’s representative arrived while officials have not released further details. WTVM
- ➤ On Saturday, police said a man was fatally shot near Macon Road and Reese Road, and the Columbus coroner identified the victim as 51-year-old Donnie Hand while notifying his next of kin as the investigation began. News 3
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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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Georgia Pop Culture & Horror Con 2025
5 PM – 5 PM — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — $43-$45 — Experience a unique blend of horror, anime, and comics with celebrity panels and cosplay contests.
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Revival Fire Prayer Event
1-4 p.m. — Greater Glory Tabernacle — Free entry — Fasting and praying for spiritual renewal and transformation in the community.
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