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Ghouls, Giggles, and Glitz

Posted on October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 by Editor - the Local

The Springer Opera House Does October Right By Jhai James Temperatures are cooling, the leaves are starting to turn, and there’s a distinct chill in the air—and it’s not just the fall weather. This October, Columbus’s historic Springer Opera House is conjuring up a month-long celebration of all things spooky, silly, and spectacular. From laugh-out-loud comedy to spine-tingling ghost tours and a certain cult-classic film, the State Theatre of Georgia is the place to be…

Lights, Camera, Action!

Posted on September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 by Editor - the Local

You Be the Judge at the Manhattan Short Film Festival By The LocaL Staff Film lovers in Columbus are about to become movie critics as the Manhattan Short Film Festival returns to the Columbus Public Library this September. This unique event unites audiences in over 500 venues across six continents, all gathered to watch and judge the next generation of filmmakers from around the world. This year’s festival features a collection of ten remarkable films…

Ease On Down to The Springer

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

The Wiz Returns with Soul and Spectacle By The LocaL Staff For many, the story of Dorothy Gale and her journey through the Land of Oz is etched into the fabric of childhood memories. We’ve skipped with her down the Yellow Brick Road, giggled at the Scarecrow’s wit, been touched by the Tin Man’s longing heart, and rallied behind the Cowardly Lion. But what if that familiar path took a vibrant detour, drenched in rhythm,…

Bikes Off Broadway:

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

A Legacy Rolls On in the Heart of Columbus By Monica Jones ** All Images by Dewayne Goss For years, the rumble of engines and the easy camaraderie of riders defined a Columbus institution: Bikes On Broadway. It was the soundtrack of early fall, a vibrant spectacle which transformed our iconic street into a mecca for motorcycle enthusiasts and curious onlookers alike. This year, the spirit of that beloved event rolls on, albeit with a…

Your Invitation to Serenity

Posted on August 4, 2025August 5, 2025 by Editor - the Local

Rediscover The Spa at Callaway Gardens Get ready to discover a side of Callaway you might not even know exists – a tranquil retreat that’s been waiting right in our backyard all along. Nestled within The Lodge at Callaway Resort & Gardens lies an opulent spa, a hidden gem which beautifully captures the essence of the founders’ vision: the deep and rejuvenating connection between humanity and the natural world. For too long, this serene escape…

Butch Anthony: The Persistence of Form in Life‘s Remains

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

May 17th – August 15th By Monica Jones Step into the Bo Bartlett Center now through August 15, and you’ll find yourself transported to a place where the familiar meets the fantastic, and where the echoes of life persist in the most unexpected forms. Butch Anthony: The Persistence of Form in Life’s Remains is a captivating exhibition by the self-taught Alabama artist, offering a profound and often whimsical journey through seven large-scale works crafted predominantly…

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,…

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