Today
in Columbus
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, Columbus. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A former heroin dealer discussed his inspirational journey to redemption during a local interview, explaining how he turned a troubled past into a hopeful future that inspires personal growth in our community. WSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columbus Water Works has operated for over 100 years without a water quality violation by rigorously treating water from Lake Oliver using pre-treatment, flocculation, and 450 daily tests (ensuring safe tap water), and the utility will address aging infrastructure and new federal rules with planned water rate hikes in 2026. WTVM
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ An affordable housing development will add 90 new units for low-income families in Columbus. The project will start soon (pending final permits) to help meet local housing needs. WTVM
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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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Cirque Italia - Water Circus
1:30-6:30 p.m. — Peachtree Mall — Tickets from $74 — Experience a thrilling water circus performance that promises unforgettable entertainment.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Peachtree Mall — Tickets start at $74 — Experience the magic and wonder of Cirque Italia's unique water circus performance.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable.
~ Banksy
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