Good morning, Columbus.

A 17-year-old suspect, Zion Horton, appeared in court on July 9 for the 2024 murder of Manchester High School football star Daryus Bryant and faces charges including murder, three counts of aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during a crime near Macon Road and Lakeshore Drive + he was denied bond as his case moved to superior court.

Columbus PD is searching for 18 year old Jaquavion Daise (wanted on aggravated battery charges) after a hit and run on May 28 at 1:17 p.m. in the 400 block of 1st Avenue left a bicyclist severely injured (it is his second such case).

Columbus State University confirmed reaccreditation for its business and theatre programs through rigorous reviews from national agencies—this means the courses, fieldwork, and internships meet high quality standards.

Two other programs will be notified about their reaccreditation status this fall.

Clerk Danielle F. Forte explained the requirements to become a notary public during a WRBL interview on Wednesday and announced free training will begin Friday at 10 a.m. at the Citizens Service Center, 3111 Citizen Way—attendees must register on a first come, first serve basis.

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff is working with both parties to protect rural hospitals from cyber threats by cosponsoring a bipartisan bill that will improve training for staff—this follows a cyber attack on Columbus's Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital and similar incidents in other parts of Georgia.

On Tuesday's MLB All-Star pregame in Atlanta, hip-hop stars Jermaine Dupri and Ludacris will introduce the All-Stars with a hometown tribute — country singer Kane Brown will honor Ray Charles while the Zac Brown Band and Lauren Spencer Smith perform the national anthems; the event will air live on FOX at 7:00 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Revival Fire Prayer Event

1-4 p.m. — Greater Glory Tabernacle — Free entry — Fasting and praying for spiritual renewal and transformation in the community.