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in Columbus
Friday, July 18th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities confirmed that 49-year-old Michael Cody, a subcontractor from Edison, lost his life on Wednesday when a roller compactor flipped near Rivercrest Drive and pinned him underneath its roll bar — his next of kin has been notified. News 3
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Synovus Financial reported its Q2 results that ended June 30 with net income available to common shareholders of $206.3 million and adjusted earnings per share of $1.48. The bank saw a 60% rise in funded loan production and improved credit quality, and CEO Kevin Blair said these gains — along with lower credit loss provisions — led it to raise its full-year earnings guidance. Columbus CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Brian Kemp appointed Columbus native Ben Land as the state’s next Supreme Court justice to fill the vacancy left by Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs’ resignation earlier this year—Land previously served on the Court of Appeals and practiced law in Columbus for nearly 26 years. News 3
- ➤ Governor Brian Kemp appointed Columbus native Judge Ben Land to the Georgia Supreme Court today to fill the vacancy from Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs' resignation earlier this year—Judge Land has served on the Court of Appeals before. News 3
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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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