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Lights, Camera, Community: CineForge Co-Op’s Annual Slate Hits Mid-Year Stride

Posted on July 2, 2025July 2, 2025 by Editor - the Local

By Paul Rowe As the summer heat rises in Columbus, so does the momentum behind the region’s booming film scene. Just six months after unveiling its first-ever Annual Slate, the CineForge Co-Op, Columbus’s homegrown filmmakers’ collective, has proven that the local creative current flowing through the Chattahoochee Valley is no passing trend. And what a first half it’s been. It’s also worth highlighting the recent wave of visiting film productions hosted right here in Columbus…

Remember When? UGA Athletics Brings a Piece of History to Columbus!

Posted on June 19, 2025June 19, 2025 by Editor - the Local

COLUMBUS, GA – June 18, 2025 – For every Georgia Bulldog fan in Columbus, mark your calendars! The Chattahoochee Valley Libraries are practically bursting with excitement to host “UGA Athletics in Your Town,” a truly special traveling exhibit straight from the University of Georgia Athletic Association archives. It’s making its way to the Columbus Public Library on Thursday, June 26th, from 11 AM to 4 PM. Think back to those legendary moments – the roar…

CineForge Co-op -Soap, Sweat, And Sentimentality: Why Westville Is The Time Machine We Can’t Afford To Lose

Posted on June 16, 2025June 16, 2025 by Editor - the Local

By Paul Rowe, a soap-slinging filmmaker who didn’t know he’d care this much. Five years ago, Historic Westville, a charming, living history museum in Columbus, closed its gates thanks to the pandemic. The world paused. Time stood still. And once the pandemic was over and time started again, I, somehow, found myself standing on its grounds twice for film productions, with a third shoot coming up (2025) that I can only describe as …historically sweaty….

Shawn Mullins Returns to The Loft for 33rd Anniversary Celebration

Posted on June 10, 2025June 18, 2025 by Editor - the Local

As the vibrant heart of Columbus’s arts and entertainment scene, The Loft prepares to mark a monumental milestone – its 33rd anniversary – and the air is already thick with anticipation. And what better way to celebrate more than three decades of live music and community than with a cherished homecoming? Grammy Award-nominated artist Shawn Mullins, a name synonymous with profound songwriting, is set to grace The Loft’s Green Room stage once more on Saturday,…

Paws Humane Society Brings Big Headliner And a Big Commitment to Community at Annual Barks and Blues Music Fest

Posted on May 26, 2025May 30, 2025 by Editor - the Local

A warm glow from the setting sun blanketing Woodruff Park, the air coming alive with the anticipation of live music, and the inviting aromas of our local food trucks mingling with the sounds of happy patrons and pets alike. On May 31, this vibrant scene will come to life as the Barks & Blues Music Festival, Paws Humane Society’s largest annual fundraiser, transforms the park into a celebration of music, community spirit and our furry…

Grand Slam Fun Alert! Braves Country Road Trip Brings All-Star Spark to the Clingstones’ New Home

Posted on May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 by Editor - the Local

Remember the thrill of a summer night at the ballpark? The scent of hotdogs in the air, the collective cheer rising with a well-hit ball, the simple joy of community gathering around America’s pastime? Well, get ready to amplify that feeling because this Saturday, May 10th, Synovus Park is set to host a truly special event, one that bridges our new and already beloved local team with the excitement of the major leagues. The Atlanta…

A Cup of Kindness – How Take the City Delivers Hope and Healing To Community

Posted on May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 by Editor - the Local

By Natalie Downey A city’s unique needs are best understood by its residents. Local faith-based initiative Take the City seeks to meet those needs on a practical level while inspiring hope and connection. Driven by a profound Christian faith, their multifaceted approach is guided by a clear purpose: restoring lives, revitalizing communities, and raising up those in need. Beginning as an initiative in 2013 and becoming a registered nonprofit in 2015, Take the City continued…

The Springer Opera House Secures Historic Grant and Unveils a Season to Remember

Posted on May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 by Editor - the Local

For generations, the grand dame of 10th Street, our beloved Springer Opera House, has stood as a beacon of culture and entertainment. Its ornate façade, whispering tales of theatrical triumphs and community gatherings since 1871, holds a special place in the hearts of Columbus residents. Now, this treasured landmark is poised for an exciting new chapter, thanks to a significant boost from a prestigious national grant and the unveiling of a 2025-2026 season brimming with…

Celebrating the Spirit of The Blues

Posted on April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 by Editor - the Local

The Historic Zion Blues Festival Returns To Talbotton, May 3 To some, it might seem like an unusual combination— an historic, Gothic Episcopal church nestled in the heart of sunny Talbotton, while the haunting melodies of the blues echo across the grounds. Yet this delightful fusion is a celebration of the storied history of Talbotton, a community whose roots run deep in both Zion Episcopal Church, consecrated in 1853, and an ever-evolving music scene which…

MaFest Celebrates Music, Art, Heritage and Mothers

Posted on April 2, 2025April 2, 2025 by Editor - the Local

Embracing The Soul As Mother’s Day weekend approaches, Columbus prepares to ignite with creativity, culture, and community at the inaugural “Ma” Fest, held May 10 – 11 in the Historic Liberty District. The festival pays tribute to Ma Rainey, our “Mother of the Blues,” celebrating her monumental impact on music while revitalizing a district with deep cultural roots. “This isn’t just a festival; it’s the dawn of a new arts and cultural institution in Georgia,”…

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