Today
in Columbus
Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Uptown Columbus will host its 3rd annual 'Holly Jolly Holiday Market' with over 100 vendors, live Christmas music, and a toy drive, to support local small businesses and the community. WTVM
- ➤ The Columbus Police Department is seeking assistance in locating 60-year-old Larry Golden, last seen on Dec. 12 in the 1300 block of 2nd Avenue, dressed in a red hoodie and white tennis shoes. WTVM
- ➤ Columbus Police Department successfully located 60-year-old Larry Golden, who was reported critically missing, in good health. WTVM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One person was injured in Columbus following an exchange of gunfire between two vehicles, according to local police. WTVM
- ➤ Columbus police arrested Wayne Allen for a deadly hit-and-run in July, charging him with first-degree homicide by vehicle and related offenses. News 3
- ➤ Columbus police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Friday afternoon at Andrews and Cusseta roads, advising the public to steer clear of the area. WTVM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbus State University awarded a degree to Ancele Djampou, a U.S. Army soldier who balanced her military duties with higher education and traveled from Germany to participate in graduation. News 3
- ➤ Columbus State University features Scott Ressmeyer, a local restaurateur and philanthropist who has raised over $2.5 million for good causes, as an unconventional commencement speaker despite him being a college dropout. News 3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Raphael Warnock, alongside Sen. Sherrod Brown, is advocating for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to finalize rules preventing the penalization of individuals with medical debt in credit assessments. Columbus CEO
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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.
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Jordan Girls Varsity Basketball Game at Kendrick
The Kendrick varsity basketball team will compete against Jordan in a home conference game.
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Hardaway Girls Varsity Basketball Game at Kendrick
The event features the Hardaway Girls Varsity Basketball team competing against Kendrick at Kendrick High School.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Rivercrest Sports Night
An upcoming community sports event hosted at a local church in Columbus, GA.
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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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Life Track Class at Church on the Trail
Life Track is a 3-week class designed for individuals seeking to become members of Church on the Trail, providing details about the church’s mission and membership benefits.
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~ Soren Kierkegaard
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