Good morning, Columbus.

Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce said the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will help Georgia businesses by making tax cuts permanent and allowing immediate expensing for equipment and R&D investments.

The final legislation restores bonus depreciation — boosting cash flow — and removes a proposed tax on foreign operations that could affect local companies.

Police responded to an early Tuesday morning shooting in the 6100 block of Stone Way Drive in Columbus and found 21-year-old Hernandez Hubbard II, who was shot in the head and later pronounced dead at Grady Hospital—detectives are asking anyone who was near Warm Springs Road between 5:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. to call 911 or Sgt. D. Battle.

Columbus State University and Dimon Magnet Academy will launch a Professional Development Lab School at Dimon Elementary this fall and host a back-to-school block party on Tuesday, July 29 from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. to kick off a partnership that prepares teachers and Columbus State students to test new ideas that boost learning and family support — a model set to benefit other Muscogee County schools.

Muscogee County School District will install weapon detection systems—costing $884,000—at every middle and high school and athletic facility before the end of September.

Officials say the new system, approved by students and staff, will scan personal items quickly without delaying entry into classrooms.

Columbus City Council considered a new ordinance on Tuesday that would ban camping on public property after SafeHouse Ministries announced it will close at month’s end.

The measure faced strong backlash from advocates and residents who warned it could displace the homeless—council members said they would refine the ordinance with a second reading scheduled for next month.

During Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, leaders debated a proposed change to code that would ban camping on public property—Councilor Charmaine Crabb said officers would issue warnings before arrests are made.

Some council members and residents worry the measure could criminalize homelessness—raising concerns over how the unhoused are supported.

Piedmont Healthcare has launched its first QuickCare urgent care clinic at a Walmart in north Columbus—offering shoppers a convenient way to get immediate care.

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.

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.

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.

Unmasking Encounter 2025: Facing the Mirror

4-9 p.m. — 2951 Norris Rd, Columbus, GA — Free entry — Experience powerful worship and transformative teachings in a journey to uncover your true self.

Varsity Volleyball Tri Match vs. LaGrange Academy

5-9 p.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Free entry — Catch the excitement of high school volleyball as St. Anne-Pacelli faces LaGrange Academy in this non-conference matchup.