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Sunday, August 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.

CRIME NEWS

  • Columbus Police reported on Saturday that one person was injured near Victory Drive—officers responded, took a suspect into custody, and the victim is being treated at a local hospital.  News 3
  • A suspect is in custody after a shooting occurred on the 3100 block of Victory Drive in Columbus where one person was injured — the victim was taken to a local hospital and police are investigating the incident.  WTVM

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 9/2/25

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  • Hiking with Fortitude

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

    Sat, 9/6/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 9/14/25

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  • The Wiz

    7-8:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Cost info not provided — Experience the funkadelic twist of the beloved Broadway classic that brings a fresh mix of rock, gospel, and soul to the story of The Wizard of Oz.

    Fri, 9/19/25

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  • Kelly Price & Friends Concert

    7-9:30 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of R&B with Kelly Price and an amazing lineup of classic artists.

    Sat, 9/20/25

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  • 2025 Georgia Entertainment Signature 100 and Unscripted

    5-7:30 p.m. — The Loft — Free entry — Celebrate local creativity with insights into the film, music, and gaming industries.

    Tue, 9/23/25

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  • The Wiz

    7-8:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience a funkadelic twist on the beloved classic, The Wiz, with rock, gospel, and soul music.

    Fri, 9/26/25

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  • The Wiz

    2:00 – 3:30 PM — Springer Opera House — Tickets required — Experience the funkadelic adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz with an electrifying infusion of rock, gospel, and soul music.

    Sun, 9/28/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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