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in Columbus
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Uptown Columbus will host the Fall Food Truck Festival on September 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Chattahoochee Promenade—food trucks, live music, and kids' activities are on the schedule, with tickets priced at $5 per person and free entry for kids 10 and under. Columbus CEO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Georgia judge ruled that government entities will not receive attorneys fees in the lawsuit over the Rivian vehicle plant—leaving each side to pay its own legal costs. Columbus CEO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health-care advocates warned that Georgia residents who buy insurance on the government marketplace will face significant rate increases next year as companies point to federal budget cuts and the end of COVID-19 tax credits—many workers such as retail, ride-hail, and food-delivery drivers will be most affected when enrollment for 2026 begins in November. Columbus CEO
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Georgia Bike-Walk-Live Summit 2025
1-3 p.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — Registration required — Collaborate on making Georgia a better place to bike, walk, and live.
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CFA Fans' Choice Game
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Columbus Ice Rink CIVIC CENTER — Check online for ticket pricing — Cheer on your favorite team in a thrilling ice hockey showdown.
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Pacelli Catholic School Vikings vs Sherwood Christian Academy
4-8 p.m. — St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School — Free entry — Watch local high school volleyball teams compete in an exciting non-conference match.
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Magnolia District Annual Fall Meeting 2025
9:30 AM - 2:00 PM — Green Island Country Club — Registration required — Connect with local garden enthusiasts and hear from notable speakers.
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Page Turners Book Club
2-3 p.m. — Mildred L. Terry Public Library — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions about thrilling books while exploring themes of awareness and storytelling.
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