Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of August.
Good morning, Columbus.
🏘️ Community
Chico & his friends are featured at Paws Humane Society for community adoptions.
The shelter welcomes visitors during regular hours to meet these friendly pets.
The Columbus Optimist Club raised over $30,000 for youth charities at a local fundraiser held recently - the funds will support programs for young people in the community.
🎓 Education
NYT best-selling author Ben Nemtin will speak as the 2026 Hunter Lecturer at Columbus State University on Tuesday, Sept.
1 at 6:30 p.m. in University Hall Auditorium (the free event focuses on using education and grit to build lifelong purpose).
🏛️ Government
Three major road improvement projects are scheduled for the weekend in Columbus + work starts today and continues on Sunday.
Drivers should expect temporary detours and plan accordingly for smoother commutes.
🏥 Health
Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside is the only hospital in the Chattahoochee Valley named a Blue Distinction Center by Blue Cross Blue Shield for its bariatric surgery program.
The recognition allows State Health Benefit Plan employees from across the region (Auburn, Columbus, Eufaula, LaGrange and beyond) to access the surgery.
🏈 Sports
Football season restarted last Thursday and Friday with matchups across Alabama and Georgia, and a game in Harris County will be played today at 2 p.m. after a weather delay + fans followed the action on WTVM.
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