Today
in Columbus
Monday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today in the Chattahoochee Valley, Ft. Benning is hosting Oktoberfest 2025 while police arrested two individuals in a shooting that injured a man and sheriff’s deputies arrested a wanted person in Columbus; Habitat for Humanity will build seven homes in the coming months—travel in the area may also be affected by the government shutdown. WTVM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Calvary Knights won the GIAA Softball State Championship on Oct. 19 after a strong game - the team secured the title with impressive play against a tough opponent. Fans celebrated the victory as the state tournament highlighted the team's skill. WTVM
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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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