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in Columbus
Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KidsFest 2025 will take place in Uptown Columbus — organizers plan to offer family-friendly activities and more details will be announced soon. WTVM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dave & Buster's will open its new venue at 5700 Whittlesey Blvd at Columbus Park Crossing in summer 2026 following city approvals. The entertainment destination will offer hundreds of arcade games, HDTV sports screens and a full-service restaurant while creating local job opportunities. WTVM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA projects that 3.8 million Georgians will travel over the holiday period starting Dec. 20 and ending Jan. 1, setting a record for the season; the agency advises travelers to plan ahead as road trips remain common and flight costs have risen amid busy conditions. Columbus CEO
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Financial expert Michele Raneri advises locals to plan ahead for 2026 mortgages and credit building + recommends careful steps to secure favorable terms. His advice outlines essential measures to make sound financial moves in the coming year. WTVM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Meagan Rhames, the stroke program manager at Piedmont Columbus Regional, explains that stroke signs are important to watch during the holidays as more strokes are being reported in the South. Her advice helps locals know when to seek care if symptoms appear. WTVM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ana Fitzgibbons and Fernando Sousa share tips for hosting safe holiday gatherings (including responsible alcohol service) by recommending non-alcoholic options and monitoring guest intake to keep celebrations enjoyable and secure. WTVM
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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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