Good morning, Columbus.

The annual Kickoff for a Cause event returns—it brings local supporters and stakeholders together to benefit Twin Cedars programs—reinforcing a long tradition of giving.

A father was killed in a mass shooting on Edgewood Ave.—His family grieves as officials investigate the incident.

Georgia officials say an active soldier is in custody after a shooting at Ft. Stewart on Wednesday—five soldiers were injured and top leaders expressed concern over the incident.

Columbus police are asking for help finding 14-year-old Emmanuel Brown (5'4", 180lbs) who was last seen on August 5 at 5 p.m. near the 1300 block of 11th Avenue and urge anyone with information to call 911 or Detective Chris Whitehead.

Georgia employed 228,367 construction workers in 2024, making up 5.5% of the workforce—0.6 percentage points below the national average and the 15th smallest share among states.

The sector grew by 4.1% last year, while the national construction industry faces uncertainty in 2025 amid high demand, labor shortages, and slowing spending.

Today, Piedmont Columbus Regional received four achievement awards from the American Heart Association—American Stroke Association for using the latest guidelines to treat stroke and diabetes, which help shorten recovery times and lower readmissions.

Piedmont Columbus Midtown earned awards including Get With The Guidelines—Stroke Gold Plus Award and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll while Piedmont Columbus Northside earned its first recognition for high-quality stroke care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

Lee-Scott Academy vs. St. Anne-Pacelli Volleyball Match

5-6 p.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Free entry — Catch the exciting non-conference volleyball match between local teams Lee-Scott Academy and St. Anne-Pacelli.

Hiking with Fortitude

9 AM – 1 PM — Burger King — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit and enjoy the outdoors with a group hike.