Sunday, July 13th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Police investigated a shooting in the 2700 block of Manchester Expressway that injured two people, and no arrests have been made yet — the victims' conditions remain unknown. WTVM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Columbus-based Veterans and Family Assistance Center hosted a book signing at Columbus Public Library with veteran, author and actress Renata Jordan. She shared behind the scenes details about her role in the Netflix film The Six Triple Eight and talked about her new book Transitioning from a Weekend to a Warzone. WTVM
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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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Flint River Academy Varsity Softball Match
11:30 a.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Free entry — Catch the excitement as St. Anne-Pacelli takes on Flint River Academy in a thrilling non-conference softball game.
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