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25/09/2023

From Friday on opening night for the musical “Elvis.” Can’t recommend this show enough for any fan of Elvis, musicals, or supporting regional talent putting on a top-notch production in all aspects. Closes Oct. 8.

21/09/2023

Ride your bike on safe, smooth trails from Fort Moore MWR all the way to Pine Mountain? Bicycle Columbus says let’s do this.

Explore Harris County, GA
Dragonfly Trail Network - Columbus, GA
Visit Columbus, GA

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MAN O' WAR TRAIL RIBBON CUTTING
WHEN: Tuesday, September 19, 5:30 PM
WHERE: South Hamilton Trailhead, 184 Old College St, Hamilton (next to Spartan of Harris Co Lawnmower, across from Harris County H.S. Science & Technology Center)

Join the Harris County Chamber of Commerce and Explore Harris County, GA to celebrate the completion of Phase VI of the Man O' War Trail. You can even join a 4:30 group bicycle ride from Chipley Cycle in Pine Mountain to the celebration.

The Man O' War Trail is now 13.5 miles long from the Harris/Meriwether county line in Pine Mountain south to Mulberry Creek. It has five trailheads with parking and information kiosks.

The last eight miles of the trail, from Mulberry Creek to near the Columbus/Muscogee county line, are to be constructed 2026/2027 and funded by TSPLOST. Let's work together to connect the Dragonfly Trail Network - Columbus, GA up to the Man O' War Trail!

29/06/2023

Good times, good people - photos from last week in

* Brilliant textile artist / quilt maker unveiled her latest work, the sublime “Basilica do Chattahoochee (Dillingham)” at an appreciative, festive gathering she hosted with

* Georgia rock legends raged

* Mater Mania brought a yummy neighborhood block-party vibe to North Highland to benefit the most-worthy causes of &

20/06/2023

Impactful and inspiring on local African-American culture during a tour of historic churches in through a 5-mile ride put together by , , and to celebrate Freedom Day / .

Stops shown here are, in order, Metropolitan Church, St. James AME, First African Baptist, Ma Rainey Home & Museum, Slave Cemetery

15/03/2023

Schedule released for line-up in . ⚡️🎸⚡️

06/03/2023

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🚨JUST ANNOUNCED🚨

We'll be in Columbus, Georgia for RushSouth Music Fest & Outdoor Games on October 14th-15th! See you on the river!

03/03/2023

Beloved Peach local little league hosts Public Safety Meeting Thursday evening in Lakebottom between last Sunday afternoon’s shoot out in the park and Saturday’s Opening Ceremony.

19/01/2023

Scenes from a gig canvassing neighborhoods leading up the Dec. 6 run-off election won by 🇺🇸

13/07/2022

Local comic legend .jerry takes the stage Thursday for a night of laughter and libations. Hosted by Little Bit with opening stand-up acts Tyler Fomby and James Etchison.

Tickets $15 at theloft.com.

03/04/2022

“Crime in Columbus” community conversation Sunday evening featuring the mayor, the sheriff and the chief of police. Topics range from gangs, the morale among police and deputies, Black Lives Matter, and deterioration of family dynamics.

27/03/2022

“I didn’t set out to write one type of piece,” local writer Gaby Osterburg Azhar says of her collection of works just published in “What Isn’t Remembered,” a mix of essay, memoir, fiction and poetry that’s as side-splitting funny as it is soul-bearing sweet.

“It depends on the time of day, day of the month, what I write.”

TODAY, the author will read and sign copies of her book at the Rothschild Pound House B&B at 3 p.m. (Sunday March 27)

What do you remember about the photo on the cover of your book?

16/01/2022

The city-sponsored bicycle ride may be rescheduled to Feb. 19, but it’s still a go tomorrow on his MILK Outdoor Learning Trail, where volunteers will gather to spruce up the new attraction stretching from Midtown through Carver Heights to the Liberty.

We chatted with the trail’s visionary founder, Ronzell Buckner, ahead of in 2020, when he told us that, indeed, the city’s official MLK Day celebration, The Dream Lives, “has been hijacked” by white people.

Here’s a look back at our interview with the community leader and beloved proprietor of Skipper’s Seafood.

Community Leader / Businessman / Philanthropist

23/12/2021

This one was a doozy … 1 year ago today in feat. Randy Robertson and more.

20/12/2021

Smattering of photos taken by week ending 12.19.2021.

18/12/2021

"When we serve humanity, when we give of ourselves, our time, our resources, our ability, what that really does is it reconnects us to our humanity," Pastor Avery Hudson explains on why it's important to give. "It reconnects us to our purest self. It reconnects us to our purpose."

The leader of Christ Deliverance Temple: "The Life Center" reflects on the ahead of his church's "Gas on God" fundraiser 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Macon Road Chevron in .

Leader of Columbus church focused on serving the community as an "outreach ministry" reflects on why Christmas is the season of giving ahead of the "Gas on

17/12/2021

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What a Drag

“The scene now is not the scene 10 years ago,” explains Darius-Darionçé Noxemma Lupitâ Jackson of life in downtown #colga . “The scene now is diverse. To be able to be a drag queen in the median of Broadway is ao liberating.” Watch and learn more about this local chef, artist, and host is the monthly #dragqueenstoryhour organized by Colgay PRIDE of Columbus Georgia.

Kickin* It

Professional women’s soccer arrives in #colga Dec. 30 when Columbus Rapids FC start their inaugural season on their home turf at Columbus Civic Center. Watch our interview with Coach Miguel Galindo and former CSU star Olivia Jarrell for thei thoughts as the new franchise prepares for play in National Indoor Soccer League.

Cannon Blast

A colorful, joyous dystopia informs artist Christine Cannon’s show “Electroweak Epoch,” on view at Heritage Art Center. “That’s the world we live in,” Cannon explains of the vision, “it’s beautiful and vibrant but it’s also horrifying at times.” CannonArts’ “Electroweak Epoch” opening reception 5-8 p.m. Sat. 11.27; closing reception 5-8 p.m. Sat. 12.4. #colga #columbusga #artshow

To celebrate its 7th anniversary, Wrightway Fitness is hosting tomorrow (Tues. 11/9) an Open House 4-6 p.m. followed by a party 6-9 p.m. Here’s our hang with owner Darrel Wright first posted in April. “I love to help people,” Wright explained of putting his passion to work as owner of the popular Midtown gym. During the interview, the Army vet / 4-time Gold Glove boxing champ / certified nutritionist shares his philosophies on motivation, preparation, and inspiration. #colga #getfit

Home Front

Discovery + show 'First Time Fixers' shines light on a local military family’s trials, tribulations, and ultimate triumph in a painstaking renovation of their stunning Historic District home. Fort Benning MWR #columbusga #colga #renovation #historichomes

Preservation Perspectives

“Love it and nurture it.” Local artists gather at Heritage Art Center to share their inspiration for donating to the Historic District Preservation Society fundraiser, ”Drawing for the District.” Reception 5p.m.-8 p.m. at HAC (514 2nd Ave.) tonight opens virtual show on Instagram @drawingforthedistrict thru Nov. 14. #columbusga Andy Carpenter Karen Renee Dorris Bishop Jarrett Holbrook Art

Recipe for Success

Twisted Skillet food truck owner/operator Jerome Lawson’s key ingredient? Love. “If you don’t love what you do,” Lawson explains, “then you’re out of context with what you’re doing.” Find Jerome's TwistSkillit and other fantastic food trucks Saturday at the Uptown Columbus Food Truck Festival in Woodruff Park. #yum #foodtrucklife #colga #columbusga

Grace Motes

Columbus creative EMusical (a singer/producer/violinist and dance instructor) sits down to talk about his roots playing in the church choir, what the Columbus scene needs and why Music and Entertainment Council can provide it. Interview includes performance of his “sad song” single, “Puzzle Peace.” #columbusga

Setting the Stage

Successful in establishing Chattahoochee Brewing 8 years ago on te banks of the river in Phenix City, owner Darrell Winowich in 2020 put his love for live music on stage. The Stage at River Falls Stage, that is, an outdoor venue boasting stellar sound, beautiful backrop, and bookings of some of the best local acts in the blues/bluegrass/oots rock/jam scene. Watch Darrell as he shares the history behind -- and vision for -- this unassuming venue that's among the area’s best. Shout outs to: Bibb City Ramblers BoDean and the Poachers Mango Strange Neal Lucas Relative Sound The Shelby Brothers #colga #livelocalmusic

In Tune

Tapped into the deep well of local talent and determined to share it with the world, the Music and Entertainment Council looks to change the culture — and commerce — of music in Columbus. #colga #livelocalmusic #georgiamusic

Added Flavor

Opened just months before the COVID quarantine, Bodega 1205 has not only survived — but thrived — during the pandemic. The key ingredient for its success? “We cook with love,” explains Puerto Rico native / U.S. Army veteran owner Cesar Bautista. Sitting down with us ahead of Saturday’s Tri-City Latino Festival , Bautista shares how life brought him here, why he loves Columbus, and what makes the local Latino community special. #colga

Bark in the Park

In just five years, the annual Barks and Blies Music Festival has become a must on the local live-music calendar. It’s also o become the largest fundraiser for Paws Humane Society, helping the nonprofit shelter / clinic find homes for 2,000+ animals a year as well as offer affordable vet services. Coming in hot noon-9 p.m. Saturday, the fest’s line-up features Bibb City Ramblers,Neal Lucas, The Shelby Brothers, and Skyler Saufley. Free admission. #colga

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