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in Columbus
Friday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, youth from Columbus public housing communities will join a basketball tournament, award ceremony and back-to-school bash—Chandra Edwards and Rayshonda Gordon say the event is designed to inspire local students. WTVM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gray Media has agreed to purchase SagamoreHill Broadcasting’s WLTZ, the NBC affiliate in Columbus, and KJTV, the FOX affiliate in Lubbock—the transactions will close in the fourth quarter after receiving regulatory approval and meeting customary conditions. WTVM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Police said on Thursday that four people — Stacey McDowell, Michael Dowling, Tyler Dowling, and John Bryant — were charged with murder and aggravated assault in connection to a homicide on March 29 near Curtis Street after officers responded to a call at a home where the victim Topher MacQuire complained of chest pain before he died at Piedmont Columbus Regional following an assault on Beacon Avenue. News 3
- ➤ Columbus police arrested four suspects—Stacy McDowell, Michael Dowling, Tyler Dowling and John Bryant—on murder and aggravated assault charges in connection with the March 29 assault of Topher MacQuire, who later died at Piedmont Columbus Regional. WTVM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chattahoochee Riverkeepers test water weekly along Weracoba Creek and over 300 sites on the Chattahoochee River to check bacteria levels and help keep people safe when they swim and use the water—heavy rain can quickly increase E. coli numbers, raising risks for children, older people, and those with weak immune systems. News 3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbus City Council is discussing a proposed ordinance that would require homeless camps on public property to leave within one day instead of seven, and Columbus police face enforcement challenges as camps simply relocate — Mayor Skip Henderson said council talks will resume on Aug 12. News 3
- ➤ Columbus PD said school zone speed cameras will reactivate on Monday to catch speeders near schools – a step to improve student safety. WTVM
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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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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.
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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.
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TSA Varsity Football at St. Anne-Pacelli
7:30 p.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Ticket info not specified — Watch the St. Anne-Pacelli football team take on Tattnall Square Academy in a thrilling non-conference matchup.
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Major Sharon Wimbush Church Anniversary and Musical Celebration
2-4 p.m. — Ed's Soul Food Restaurant — Free entry — Celebrate a church anniversary with uplifting music and community spirit.
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The BIG Pivot Book Signing
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. — Columbus State University — Grab your signed copy and connect with fellow leaders at this engaging signing event.
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Wilson Meadows Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Columbus Civic Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of soulful music by Wilson Meadows featuring hits like 'Just Like I Promised'.
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