Today
in Columbus
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Uptown Columbus Inc will host its inaugural Halloween Gala Fundraiser to raise money for free events, and CEO Steve Morse said further details on the event are forthcoming. WTVM
- ➤ Fort Benning’s Morale, Wellness and Recreation division will host Oktoberfest from Oct. 17 to Oct. 19 amid the government shutdown. The free event at Uchee Creek Campground in Fort Mitchell, Alabama will feature live music, family activities, German food and beer with a keg tapping ceremony starting at 6:00 p.m. ET on Friday—more than 30 vendors will attend. News 3
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Thai and Thai Restaurant in Columbus is offering a 15% discount on all dine-in and take-out orders until Oct. 31 in response to the government shutdown. The owner—wishing to support federal and local workers—applied the discount to every item on the menu. News 3
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ After the Sept. 5 shooting that killed 18-year-old Kalielah Davis, restaurant owner Michael Harrell reported a 20—25% drop in weekend sales at 11th and Bay as police patrols increased downtown to keep the area safe. News 3
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife officials in Columbus say deer are moving into roadways as rut season overlaps with hunting season — prompting drivers to slow down and hunters to wear orange and use safety harnesses to stay safe. News 3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Water Works will host an in-person town hall and meet and greet today at the Columbus Tech Library at 928 Manchester Expressway from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. — Community members can meet the team, learn plans to keep local waterways clean, review upcoming water and sewage rates and hear the winners of the middle school essay contest during a live Q&A session. News 3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Piedmont Columbus Regional graduated 54 residents from its Nurse, Family Medicine, and Pharmacy residency programs this summer (marking the 50th Family Medicine class) and opened its first Piedmont QuickCare clinic at the Whittlesey Boulevard Walmart at Columbus Park Crossing, while also receiving four awards for stroke and diabetes care. These actions aim to expand access to quality care and train skilled professionals for the community. Columbus CEO
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Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
7-8:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Ticket prices vary — A laugh-out-loud reimagining of the classic vampire tale full of clever wordplay and zany humor.
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First Aid, AED & CPR Training
10 AM – 3 PM — Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc — $35 for the card — Get hands-on training and earn a certification with limited spots available.
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Toast - The No 1 Tribute to Bread
7:00-8:30 p.m. — RiverCenter for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy the ultimate tribute show to the soft rock legends BREAD as they take the stage in Columbus, GA.
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Clint Black Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Columbus Civic Center — Tickets from $90 — Don't miss country music legend Clint Black live in Columbus.
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Learn Life Safety Skills: Save a Life!
2-4 p.m. — 4925 Forrest Rd, Columbus, GA — Lunch served — Discover critical lifesaving skills with certified instructor Maycee Mason, CFEMS.
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Costumes & Cozies: Halloween Movie Night
7:30-10 p.m. — Simon Schwob Memorial Library — Free entry — Enjoy pizza, candy, and a cozy screening of 'Nightmare Before Christmas' in your favorite costume.
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Lit & Local Market
11 AM – 3 PM — Piggly Wiggly — Free entry — Celebrate local indie authors and vendors with delicious food in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Old School vs New School: Bring Ya Boots Edition
8-11:30 p.m. — Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center — In-person event — Celebrate with cowboy and cowgirl boots at this themed gathering.
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Fountain City Classic
7 AM-3:30 PM — A J Mc Clung Memorial Stadium — Admission details not provided — Experience the ultimate showdown at the 35th Annual Fountain City Classic.
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Biloxi Breakers at Columbus River Dragons
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Tickets required — Catch some thrilling hockey action as the River Dragons take on the Biloxi Breakers.
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