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

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

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…

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Where History Blooms

Where History Blooms

Forty Years of Floral Artistry with David Benefield’s Highland Hall By Monica Jones Step through the stately doors of Highland Hall, and you don’t just enter a florist shop—you step into a living piece of history, filled with the scent of fresh blooms and the warm, welcoming spirit of owner David Benefield. For four decades, David has been a cornerstone of Columbus’s floral landscape, and his journey, much like the vibrant arrangements he creates, truly…

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

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

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….

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Chattahoochee Valley Learning Resource Center: A Timeless Playground for Curious Minds

Chattahoochee Valley Learning Resource Center: A Timeless Playground for Curious Minds

By Natalie Downey Here, the air hums with a familiar symphony: the joyful shrieks and thundering footsteps of children doing what they’ve always done best – learning through the sheer, unadulterated magic of play. It’s a nostalgic echo of simpler times, yet vibrantly alive with modern discovery. This is what it feels like to step back in time and into the Chattahoochee Valley Learning Resource Center (CVLRC). Every inch of this special place whispers tales…

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A Bittersweet Symphony: Passing the Baton at the Columbus Jazz Society

A Bittersweet Symphony: Passing the Baton at the Columbus Jazz Society

By Miguel Juarez Mabuhay! (Live On!) What a fitting salutation as we gather here, not just to read words on a page, but to celebrate the enduring spirit of jazz and community which thrives right here in Columbus. On behalf of the entire Columbus Jazz Society, it fills my heart to once again extend our warmest congratulations to our brilliant 2025 CJS Scholarship Winners: the incredibly talented Maximillano Diaz, Jackson Laird, and Walter Taff. These…

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Shawn Mullins Returns to The Loft for 33rd Anniversary Celebration

Shawn Mullins Returns to The Loft for 33rd Anniversary Celebration

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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Playing Dress Up – June 4

Playing Dress Up – June 4

A Closet of Dreams and a Pocketful of Rock-n-Roll Come Alive for One Night Show The Bo Bartlett Center is about to undergo a transformation, morphing from a serene art gallery into a vibrant, intimate closet of dreams. “Playing Dress Up,” a one-night-only musical spectacle on June 4, promises to be an experience unlike any other, a fusion of rock-n-roll energy, childhood nostalgia, and the raw talent of singer Lucy Werner. At the heart of…

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

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

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…

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Blooming Anew – Grier’s Farmer’s Market Cultivates Community

Blooming Anew – Grier’s Farmer’s Market  Cultivates Community

For generations, the familiar name of Fat Boy’s Produce has been synonymous with fresh, locally sourced goodness. A true cornerstone of the community, its history stretches back nearly half a century, weaving through the lives of countless residents. While the official business name is now Grier’s Farmer’s Market, the deep roots and commitment to quality which defined Fat Boy’s continue to flourish, nurtured by a vision for a modern, thriving marketplace. “Fat Boy’s Produce has…

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

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

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…

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