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Thursday, December 19th, 2024
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old from Columbus pleaded guilty to trafficking firearms, including machine and ghost guns, facing up to 15 years in prison. WTVM
- ➤ A shooting in Columbus near Celia Drive resulted in one person being injured, with no arrests made yet. WTVM
- ➤ A teenager lost their life in a Columbus shooting on Wednesday morning. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A portion of Interstate 185 in Columbus, Georgia, has been named after Rep. Calvin Smyre in recognition of his 50 years of service in the state legislature. WTVM
- ➤ Columbus City Manager Isaiah Hughley, the first African American to hold the position, announces retirement in 2025 after nearly 20 years of service. WTVM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Starting in 2025, the Atlanta Braves will air 15 regular season and 10 spring training games for free on Peachtree Sports Network, thanks to a deal with Gray Media. WTVM
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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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