Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Ten children from the Columbus Police D.A.R.E. program participated in a holiday shopping spree with officers through a Target partnership.
Uptown Columbus's 3rd Annual Holly Jolly Market on December 14, 2024, offers holiday shopping from 102 vendors, live music, a toy drive, and special attractions like a Gingerbread Village.
The Columbus Police Department donated $31,000 to Special Olympics Georgia, funds accumulated via community efforts.
🚨 Crime
Two individuals were arrested in Columbus during a police operation targeting high-crime areas, facing charges that include aggravated assault and exploitation of an elderly or disabled adult.
Karlissa Henderson was sentenced to 30 years in prison for killing Kenneth Lackey Jr. and injuring his wife in a DUI crash on an Alabama highway in 2020.
🏛️ Government
A lawsuit filed by the National Ranger Memorial Foundation aims to reinstate Col. John Singleton Mosby's name to a Georgia memorial, challenging its removal under directives to eliminate Confederate names from military assets.
🏥 Health
A therapist discusses the prevalence of holiday blues and provides advice on coping strategies for managing seasonal depression and anxiety.
🏈 Sports
Local student athletes and coaches were honored at the SportsVisions Football Awards Luncheon, featuring a University of Alabama chaplain from Phenix City as the keynote speaker.
🎉 Columbus Events
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Clement Arts Holiday Showcase 2024
The event features a Christmas ballet recital along with a display of student artwork and refreshments provided by culinary students.
A Christmas Story: The Musical
Based on the beloved 1983 film, this musical captures the essence of the holiday spirit through the story of young Ralphie's quest for a Red Ryder air rifle in 1940s Indiana.
Jordan Girls Varsity Basketball Game at Kendrick
The Kendrick varsity basketball team will compete against Jordan in a home conference game.
Hardaway Girls Varsity Basketball Game at Kendrick
The event features the Hardaway Girls Varsity Basketball team competing against Kendrick at Kendrick High School.
Athens Rock Lobsters vs Columbus River Dragons
The Athens Rock Lobsters will face off against the Columbus River Dragons in a live hockey match at the Columbus Civic Center.
Big Dog Jingle 5K Race
The Big Dog Jingle is a community 5K race event taking place in Columbus, GA, featuring race-timed alerts for participants.
Blue Ridge Bobcats Face Off Against Columbus River Dragons
The Blue Ridge Bobcats will compete against the Columbus River Dragons in an exciting minor league hockey game at the Columbus Civic Center.
Monthly League Challenge at Omega Card Games
Participate in the standard format card game tournament at Omega Card Games in Columbus, Georgia with a $10 entry fee.
Rivercrest Sports Night
An upcoming community sports event hosted at a local church in Columbus, GA.
Flat Rock Youth Leadership Training Breakfast
Young Women and Young Men from Flat Rock are invited to partake in a breakfast event focused on leadership training and planning for 2025 activities.
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