Good morning, Columbus.

SafeHouse Ministries will open a new childcare facility to serve local families and offer licensed care for children — the project is expected to meet growing demand — with more details on services to be released soon.

Mike Pair—owner of Exhaust Pro Systems for 25 years—closed his shop after ongoing road construction on Andrews Road and Buena Vista Road cut off 50 to 60% of his drive-by traffic.

The intersection—which has been under construction for months—remains without a clear end date as Pair said detours made it hard for customers to reach his business while he neared retirement.

The Columbus Convention + Trade Center is hosting the Launchcon Pitch competition where entrepreneurs present their business ideas to a panel of judges.

Winn-Dixie will exit its Columbus, Opelika and Eufaula locations—closing the stores soon as the company shifts its focus from these markets.

Gov. Brian Kemp arrived in South Korea on Thursday for a business trip to boost economic ties and celebrate 40 years of partnership that has helped Georgia remain a top state for business.

His visit follows an ICE raid near Savannah at a Hyundai battery plant in September that detained nearly 475 people, including more than 300 South Korean nationals.

On Wednesday, Andrew Atkins explained the benefits of a health savings account on Midday with DEE—highlighting how it may help cover unexpected medical costs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Biloxi Breakers vs. Columbus River Dragons

7:35-9:05 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Admission tickets required — Catch an exciting hockey match during the Columbus River Dragons' season.

Vicki Lynn Maxwell Performance

Evening — The Loft — $10 cover — Experience the diverse musical influences of Vicki Lynn, inspired by her father's legacy in songwriting.

Crowder, Zach Williams, and Matt Maher Concert

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Not specified — Experience a night of gritty, soul-deep music with two powerful headliners in a concert built to shake the walls.