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Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Uptown Columbus will host Screen on the Green at TSYS Green Space on Saturday, October 18 at 7:00 p.m. Families are invited to enjoy a free screening of Disney's Hocus Pocus and pre-movie concessions—bring blankets and lawn chairs for a comfortable evening. Columbus CEO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Columbus State University professor was fatally shot by her roommate on the 1600 block of 17th Avenue near Lakebottom Park on Monday around midnight—authorities reported the mistake led the roommate to fear an intruder—leaving her husband, two sons, and a community of students and neighbors grieving. WTVM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Benning’s annual Oktoberfest returns to Uchee Creek Campground & Marina today through Sunday with free admission, German music, food and family activities—starting with a keg tapping ceremony at 6 p.m. in the Festzelt. The three-day celebration will also offer races, contests and children’s shows. WTVM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Emily Greenwald shared ideas for active play with a focus on exercise and outdoor games to help children build strength and social skills in Columbus—her advice offers practical tips for parents. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials are planning to add sidewalks along Old National Highway to boost pedestrian safety in the busy corridor — they will review the proposal in upcoming public meetings. WSB-TV
- ➤ METRA in Columbus will host its annual Communities in Motion Day at the METRA Transfer Center at 814 Linwood Boulevard on Oct 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. + The event highlights public transit’s role in community services with fun suprises planned for attendees. WTVM
- ➤ During the government shutdown, wild hogs damaged Fort Mitchell National Cemetery as routine maintenance stopped—officials said repairs will resume when crews return to work. WTVM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Great Clips has launched a fundraiser—designed to raise funds for Bill & Olivia Amos Children's Hospital—to boost donations for improved pediatric care. WTVM
- ➤ A new study shows that breast cancer rates in women under 40 have risen by 0.7% each year since 2000, making it the most diagnosed cancer in women ages 20-39 and the leading cause of cancer death in those aged 20 to 49. Doctors say that environmental toxins and genetics might explain this trend — and upcoming liquid biopsies may soon help survivors monitor for recurrence. News 3
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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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The Leaves are Falling
2-3:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — VIP tickets available — Enjoy a premium theatrical experience with exclusive packages including dining and meet-and-greets.
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