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in Columbus
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WTVM is hosting its annual Holiday Toy Drive tomorrow, Dec. 10 from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 1909 Wynnton Road, with partner locations also accepting new, unwrapped toys to benefit Valley Rescue Mission & local family services. WTVM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The New York Butcher Shoppe opened its 42nd location at 8186 Veterans Parkway in Columbus, featuring a sit-down wine bar and a menu with Certified Angus Beef, chicken, pork and fish — the owners said they are excited to bring ‘Rare Quality and Well Done Service’ to the local community. WTVM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Trailblazer Mozel Spriggs and Nena Gilreath discussed ballet and shared insights on the Ballethnic Dance Company during a local interview. Their conversation highlighted creative approaches to dance in the community. WTVM
- ➤ Six-year-old artist Princess A'Niyah debuted her new single today as she shared her dreams of becoming a singer and rapper in Columbus; local music fans are watching her early career with keen interest. WTVM
- ➤ Miracle Riders served as grand marshals for the 2025 Bi-City Christmas Parade in Columbus (Monday, Dec. 8), adding holiday spirit to the celebration. The event highlighted festive traditions in the community. WTVM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Starting this fall, over 2,300 public schools will receive Narcan kits to help reverse opioid overdoses. Georgia state agencies and regional partners (nine RESAs initially) will provide naloxone, PPE, and refill details with full coverage planned by spring. Columbus CEO
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Disney’s Frozen Musical
7-8:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Ticketed event — Experience the musical phenomenon that brings the beloved film's songs to life on stage.
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Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — The Maltitude Bar at Banks — Tickets required — Celebrate the holiday season with a colorful and quirky pub crawl in your best ugly sweater.
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Disney's Frozen - The Musical
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Springer Opera House — Cost Info not provided — Experience the enchanting musical adaptation of the beloved animated film featuring thrilling songs and new music.
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Columbus River Dragons vs. Athens Rock Lobsters
7:35-9:05 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the thrilling hockey match between the River Dragons and the Rock Lobsters.
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11th Annual Lion and Lamb Music Christmas Bash
3-9 p.m. — Peachtree Mall — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas with live music, local vendors, and free gifts for attendees.
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Disney's Frozen - The Musical
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Springer Opera House, Columbus, GA — Tickets required — Experience the magic of Disney’s Frozen with beloved songs and new music in a regional theatre performance.
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Columbus River Dragons vs. Carolina Thunderbirds
7:35-9:35 p.m. — Columbus Civic Center — Admission tickets required — Enjoy the intensity of the Columbus River Dragons in action against their rivals the Carolina Thunderbirds.
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