Good morning, Columbus.

Community members gathered at Friendship Baptist Church as a historical marker was unveiled to honor the church's legacy—local leaders and residents celebrated the milestone while emphasizing the importance of preserving the community's history.

The marker will serve as a reminder of the area's heritage for future generations.

A 14-year-old was taken into custody after stealing a bus that crashed into a building near MLK Jr. Blvd and Shepherd Drive on Aug.

10—police said.

Authorities in Columbus arrested 20-year-old Derrin Mabry on August 6 in connection with a shooting that left one dead and another injured—Mabry faces charges for murder, aggravated assault, attempted robbery and criminal attempt—after appearing in Recorder’s Court this week.

Columbus Technical College will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. VECTR Workforce Development Center on Aug.

13 at 10 a.m. at 2329 Fort Benning Road—elected officials, military leaders and community members will speak as they mark the start of construction to support workforce training for veterans and others.

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.