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Saturday, July 12th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Fire and EMS is mourning Firemedic Brittany Zerwick whose cause of death remains unknown—funeral will be held on July 14 at 11 a.m. at Cascade Hills Church on 727 54th Street as the department provides grief counseling to its members. News 3
- ➤ Mary Prince, 79, spent 54 years caring for the Carter family & she recalls how a wrongful conviction led her to work at the governor’s mansion. She began her role in Columbus and stayed with the Carters through moves from Plains to Sumter County, reflecting on a long life of service. News 3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rap stars Jeezy and 2 Chainz will perform on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Columbus Civic Center, located at 400 4th Street. Tickets cost between $59.50 and $195.75, went on sale July 3, and doors open at 7:00 p.m.—the show starts at 8:00 p.m. News 3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mark LaJoye filed paperwork on Friday to run for Columbus mayor one day after former city manager Isaiah Hugley did; LaJoye—who lost four runs for sheriff—expects two more candidates as qualifying begins in early March and the election is May 19. News 3
- ➤ South Lumpkin Road in Columbus will get a $10 million facelift to improve road conditions + safety for drivers. Officials say work will start once planning reviews are complete. Columbus CEO
- ➤ Former Russell County sheriff's deputy and Army veteran Mark LaJoye filed paperwork today to run for Columbus mayor. He served 40 years in the military and 13 years with Columbus PD, and he has run for sheriff in Muscogee County five times while holding a master’s law degree from St. Louis University plus a degree in criminal justice from Troy University. WTVM
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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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Pacelli Catholic School Vikings vs Flint River Wildcats
5:30 p.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Free entry — Cheer on the home team as they face off against the Wildcats in a thrilling non-conference softball matchup.
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