Today
in Columbus
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity will build seven affordable homes in Columbus in the coming months + the project will soon begin construction to support local families in need. WTVM
- ➤ Valley Rescue Mission’s annual fall flower sale runs through the end of October at several sites in our area to support free recovery, shelter, and meal programs for people in need—100% of the sale proceeds fund these services. The mission grows colorful mums in its greenhouse and crafts planters in its new woodshop to help clients learn job skills and build hope for the future. News 3
- ➤ A preview for the 2025 Veterans Day Parade outlines plans to honor local veterans with a citywide march and ceremony scheduled for November 11. Officials said further details on the parade route and schedule will be released soon — the event will recognize veterans' service and sacrifice. WTVM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Human Bean announced its Coffee For A Cure campaign—donating part of coffee sales to help health research—and invites customers to visit its local stores, with more details coming soon. WTVM
- ➤ Pinnacle Financial Partners and Synovus Financial Corp. named new market and specialty banking leaders for Georgia — including a Columbus regional president — to support a local decision-making model. The merger will close in the first quarter pending regulatory and shareholder approvals, and both firms will operate independently until then. Columbus CEO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Georgia Power in collaboration with the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government is launching an academy for 19 school superintendents to boost workforce opportunities in their districts. Over the next six months the superintendents will learn from workforce leaders and work on a capstone project scheduled to end in April—helping local students prepare for future jobs. Columbus CEO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials announced a public event to highlight Columbus public transportation options. Residents are encouraged to attend and learn about upcoming transit improvements—additional details are pending. Columbus CEO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, a local organization walked downtown Columbus dressed in pink to honor cancer patients and survivors at its 16th Paint the Town Pink Walk/Run fundraiser at Woodruff Park. West Central Georgia Cancer Coalition CEO Cheryl Johnson said — her personal losses to cancer fueled the event, which raised funds to support patients in active treatment. News 3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WRBL News 3 Sports Team released its Week 10 high school football coverage, focusing on Georgia teams from the Chattahoochee Valley — the report details scores and the top three plays from recent games. The coverage was posted last night for local fans to follow key game moments. News 3
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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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