Tuesday, October 15th, 2024
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Muscogee County Sheriff's Office apprehended two individuals on multiple charges in Columbus. WTVM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbus State University's ROTC Cougar Battalion was ranked first regionally and third nationally at the Cadet Summer Training, with two cadets among the top 1% nationally. Columbus State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A significant cool down is expected throughout Alabama and Georgia after Monday, with temperatures dropping into the 40s and 60s before warming up again by the weekend. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bill Clinton visited Columbus to energize and rally support for Kamala Harris' campaign among voters. WTVM
- ➤ Incumbent Sheriff Greg Countryman and challenger Mark LaJoye, both emphasizing their law enforcement backgrounds and plans for the role, face off again in Muscogee County's sheriff race. WTVM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ With flu season deemed moderately severe, Columbus, GA, residents are encouraged to get a no-cost flu vaccine at listed locations. News 3
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Fort Moore Military Transition Workshop
Learn valuable skills for transitioning from military service to civilian employment at this in-depth workshop.
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Exploring Historical Fiction with Lynda Cohen Loigman
Experience an engaging discussion with author Lynda Cohen Loigman as she delves into her novel 'The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern' and shares insights into the craft of writing historical fiction.
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Trace Adkins Concert
Experience the musical talents of Trace Adkins, who has sold over 11 million albums and boasts multiple chart-topping singles.
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You Sleuth: Augmented Reality Detective Experience
Experience a unique blend of classic detective gameplay and augmented reality as you solve a mystery in your own neighborhood using your smartphone.
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Experience You Sleuth: An Augmented Reality Detective Adventure
Experience a unique self-guided detective adventure combining elements of Clue and augmented reality, exploring your neighborhood while solving a mystery using your smartphone.
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Veterans Job Fair at Fort Moore
Experience a dedicated job fair for military veterans and their spouses aimed at connecting them with potential employers.
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You Sleuth: Augmented Reality Detective Experience
Experience a self-guided detective adventure that combines augmented reality with traditional clue-solving in your own neighborhood.
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You Sleuth: Augmented Reality Detective Adventure
Experience a unique self-guided detective adventure that blends augmented reality and classic mystery-solving in your own neighborhood.
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Columbus Fall Food Truck Festival
Experience a vibrant culinary gathering featuring over 30 food trucks with diverse delicious offerings from turkey legs to seafood, all while supporting local non-profit events.
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You Sleuth: An Augmented Reality Detective Adventure
Experience a self-guided detective game that combines classic gameplay with augmented reality features in your own neighborhood.
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