Good morning, Columbus.

Holsey Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church will host a free gas giveaway on Saturday at Speed Track gas station (800 9th Avenue) from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The first 100 visitors will get $25 in gas as the church gives back to the community.

Easter Seals held a pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday at its center on Double Churches Road to ease high treatment costs for families with children and adults receiving care — Michael Willey said the event helps lower fees that usually exceed $400.

Columbus Hospice held its purse party at Bibb Mill Event Center, raising $16,000 in donations — the funds will support vital local hospice care.

Parents packed the Muscogee County School Board meeting today, asking officials to reconsider ending bus drop-offs at ABA therapy clinics since about 50 students depend on these rides for critical services.

Local food banks and leaders say new SNAP work requirements will cut benefits for vulnerable households including those with children, seniors and the disabled, and add $47 million in costs next fiscal year.

The rule is expected to ripple through local communities by reducing spending at small grocers.

The Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission is proposing rules that allow licensed companies to deliver medical cannabis directly to patients via USPS or private carriers.

The proposal—discussed during Thursday’s meeting—will affect over 45,000 registered patients.

Columbus Parks and Recreation has opened cooling stations in several areas amid extreme heat.

Residents can visit the stations today for relief from high temperatures.