Good morning, Columbus.

Tracy Lynn White, 48, was arrested on August 14 in Lee County and charged with shooting her 47-year-old husband on August 11 at 196 Chipley Mountville Road in Troup County (he is in critical condition at an Atlanta-area hospital) pending extradition to Troup County Jail.

Columbus State University’s Coca-Cola Space Science Center has been awarded a $300,000 NASA grant to upgrade WestRock Observatory equipment—allowing students to study black holes and track dangerous asteroids.

The two-year grant will also support research internships and software improvements to boost hands-on learning in space science.

Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson said the city plans to replace the aging Muscogee County Jail with a new facility that will hold 1,600 inmates and could cost up to $478 million—funding will come from bonds and possible grants.

The council reviewed four potential sites and will finalize plans as the project moves forward.

Children of all ages will join Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital’s fourth annual Teddy Bear Clinic on Sept.

6 at the Midtown Campus Conference Center. The free event will feature teddy X-rays, a casting clinic, vaccinations and interactive activities (like first aid lessons and fire truck tours) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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.

Career Inspiration Day

11 a.m. — 1 p.m. — 6001 Buena Vista Rd, Columbus, GA — Free entry — Unlock potential by inspiring young minds through career exposure and real-life opportunities.

Faith Chapel Homecoming Celebration

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Columbus State University — Free entry — Celebrate unity, love, and togetherness at a vibrant homecoming event filled with faith and fellowship.