Columbus council approves temporary Uptown curfew for minors
The Columbus City Council approved a temporary curfew for unsupervised minors in Uptown Columbus after police and businesses reported repeated disruptions.
Columbus, GA
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Master Wall Expands Manufacturing and Headquarters Operations in Columbus
Master Wall Inc. announced a new manufacturing facility and headquarters in Columbus, adding a locally identified industrial and business-development project.
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Columbus council to review Flock camera audit Aug. 10
Columbus City Council is expected to review an audit of Flock license-plate readers and their connection to federal immigration enforcement on Aug. 10.
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Two New Members Join Columbus City Council During 2026 Transition
Two newly elected members appeared at the July 14 Columbus City Council meeting after special elections filled the District 1 and citywide District 9 seats.
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What Columbus’s New City Manager Inherits as He Takes Over City Operations
Tyson Begly has begun serving as Columbus city manager, putting service delivery, communication and accountability at the center of a leadership transition before Isaiah Hugley’s January 2027 inauguration.
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Columbus facade board deadline is today for August Uptown meeting
Completed applications for Columbus’s Uptown Facade Board must reach the Planning Department by 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, ahead of the board’s Aug. 17 meeting.
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Columbus judicial center nears completion after $207.5 million project
Columbus’ 342,000-square-foot John D. Allen Judicial Center is nearing completion, with construction expected to finish in September and court-related moves to follow later.
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Columbus Technical College Opens Workforce Center Near Fort Benning
Columbus Technical College opened the Col. Ralph Puckett Workforce Development Center on July 31, with 15 SkillBridge programs scheduled to begin Aug. 10 for transitioning service members and other Columbus-area residents.
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Columbus Gas Falls to $3.859 While Diesel Rises to $5.222
Columbus regular gas averaged $3.859 on July 31, while diesel reached $5.222. Gas eased from last week, but diesel costs continued to climb.
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Columbus defends data-center overlay in 400-page zoning lawsuit
Columbus filed a 400-page response defending its technology overlay. The city says it creates rules for future applications, not approval for a data center.
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Weekly News Wrap-Up: Columbus, GA
Columbus, GA — February 5, 2026 — This week, Columbus saw significant developments in local governance, community events, and public safety initiatives.
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Columbus, GA — February 3, 2026 — Local News Update
Columbus, GA — February 3, 2026 — A tragic domestic incident on Grier Avenue results in two deaths and one injury. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding th…
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Columbus, GA Weather Snapshot – February 1, 2026
6:44 AM · Sunday, February 1, 2026 · Columbus, GA: 19°F (Clear) · Feels like 7°F · Humidity 53% · Wind 11 mph
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Columbus, GA — January 31, 2026 — Local News Update
Columbus, GA — January 31, 2026 — A winter storm brings snow and cold temperatures to the area, impacting local events and daily life.
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Columbus, GA Weather Snapshot – January 31, 2026
5:25 PM · Saturday, January 31, 2026 · Columbus, GA: 27°F (Clear) · Humidity 33%
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Winter Storm Watch Issued for Columbus, GA
Columbus, GA — January 30, 2026 — A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Columbus and surrounding areas, with potential heavy snow and freezing rain expected this weekend.
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Columbus, GA — January 29, 2026 — Local News Update
Columbus, GA — January 29, 2026 — A suspect fled a traffic stop in Columbus, leading to a large law enforcement search near Highway 74. Authorities are seeking information on th…