Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of July.
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🎓 Education
Filmmaker Dallas Curry, known as Dvn Dsn, credits his Columbus State theatre & film education for launching his creative career.
He is collaborating with local peers on his debut feature 'Ammonia,' which received a $5,000 grant from the Columbus Film Commission and highlights the city's vibrant arts scene.
WTVM & local businesses are collecting backpacks, pencils, and supplies to help students prepare for the new school year.
Drop-off locations are set up across town for community members to contribute.
🌲 Environment
City officials have cited a local business for allegedly causing diesel pollution in Columbus Creek, and they said the move is part of ongoing efforts to protect the area’s water quality.
🏛️ Government
The Columbus Police Department said K-9 Olive will soon receive a bullet + stab resistant vest donated by nonprofit Vested Interest in K9s; it is expected to arrive within 10 weeks and is valued at about $1,800 for her explosive detection duty.
Bus drivers in Muscogee County are preparing to run new routes as officials update local transit plans.
The changes are expected to improve service for local riders once final reviews are complete.
📰 Lifestyle
Multiple fast-food chains in Columbus offered free or discounted chicken wings for National Chicken Wing Day on Wednesday (deals included offers at Wingstop, Popeyes, Pizza Hut, Buffalo Wild Wings, Zaxby’s, Whataburger, Hooters, and 7-Eleven).
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