Today
in Columbus
Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two Columbus residents won big in Monday’s Powerball drawing, with one earning $100,000 online and another claiming $50,000 at Circle K (7330 Veterans Pkwy). Lottery officials said the wins came before the drawing on Dec. 24 for an estimated $1.7 billion jackpot. WTVM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Water Works presented an overview of its water treatment process yesterday (Dec. 24) that detailed key steps used to ensure safe drinking water for local residents, with planned improvements to boost efficiency. WTVM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On Christmas Eve (Dec. 24), Columbus-area shoppers visited local stores to buy last-minute gifts as they prepped for the holiday, reflecting the community's festive spirit. WTVM
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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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Illusionist Family Workshop
7-8:45 p.m. — Rainey-McCullers School of The Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience unforgettable illusions and inspiring messages from the Laflin family.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The truth will set you free. But not until it is finished with you.
~ David Foster Wallace
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