BLIPPI TO ROCK OUT IN AN ALL-NEW LIVE BAND SHOW WITH A SPECIAL STOP IN COLUMBUS, GA.

Global sensation Blippi to delight audiences in Columbus, GA. In all all-new live show, Blippi: Join the Band Tour, on Feburary 22nd, 2025. 

Starting on Saturday, December 7th, 2024 at 7 AM, Phenix City across the 13th Street Bridge, Right on Boradway, right on 9th Street to Front Ave will be closed until 1 PM. The closure is a result of the Bi City Christmas Parade

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our CCG employees, we’re thrilled to announce that we have not only met but exceeded our goal for the 2024 United Way Campaign! Together, we’ve raised a remarkable $182,202.94—surpassing our original goal of $150,000. Thank you to CCG employees for your committment to this community!

Notice of Road Closure 1 st Avenue between 9th and 10th Street

The 1st Avenue closure originally scheduled for Monday November 11, 2024, and Tuesday November 12, 2024 has been postponed. The road closure will now occur on Monday November 18, 2024, and Tuesday November 19, 2024. On these days the section of 1st Avenue between 9th Street and 10th Street will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 7AM to 5PM each day. Outside of these hours, south bound traffic will be able to utilize this section of 1st Avenue. The north bound lanes will remain closed as part of the Judicial Center project. This closure will allow for the erection of a tower crane at the Judicial Center site. A signed detour route will be provided along 9th Street, Broadway, 10th Street, and 2nd Avenue.

Drivers are encouraged to proceed with caution in the area of the road closure and detour route. All questions regarding the closure should be directed to Ryan Pruett at rpruett@columbusga.org or 706-225-3878.

Notice of Road Closure – Whittlesey Road

Beginning November 13th, GDOT will begin a bridge painting project on the I-185 bridge over Whittlesey Road. During this work, motorists may encounter lane closures along Whittlesey Road. Work is slated for completion November 26th .

Drivers are encouraged to proceed with caution in the area of the lane closures. All questions should be directed to Vance Beck at Beck.Ronald@columbusga.org or (706) 225-4441.

Columbus Ice Rink Hosts “The Veteran’s Day Classic”- A Hockey Classic to Showcase our Support to Local Veterans and the Hockey Community.

The Columbus Ice Rink is excited to announce the 2nd Annual “Veteran’s Day Classic” event on Monday, November 11th from 3:00 PM- 7:00 PM at the Columbus Ice Rink at 400 4th St, Columbus, GA 31901.

Chattahoochee Warriors vs Atlanta Warriors will compete head-to-head while Ft. Moore Marauders will compete in an intersquad game.

Event Details:

• Date: Nov 11th, 2024

• Time: 3:00 PM –7:00 PM

• Doors: 2:00 PM

• Location: Columbus Ice Rink, 400th 4 th Street, Columbus, GA 3901

• Admission: FREE

For generations, owning a home—especially a first home—was a rite of passage for many Americans. The home you purchased was a place to raise a family, a sanctuary after a long day at work, and the backdrop to life’s most precious memories. With home prices at record highs and inventory at record lows, the affordability factor is holding many low-income households back from owning a home.

The Community Reinvestment Department is thrilled to announce that it is relaunching its Down Payment Assistance Program, “Sweet Home Columbus”. Sweet Home Columbus provides up to $30,000 in down payment assistance to First time Homebuyers who are HUD income eligible. To be considered HUD Income eligible, the household must be under 80% of the Area Median Income. For More income on Income Limits, please visit: https://www.columbusga.gov/communityreinvestment/HOME-Program/Sweet-Home-Columbus

On Monday November 11, 2024, and Tuesday November 12, 2024, the section of 1st Avenue between 9th Street and 10th Street will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 7AM to 5PM each day. Outside of these hours, south bound traffic will be able to utilize this section of 1st Avenue. The north bound lanes will remain closed as part of the Judicial Center project. This closure will allow for the erection of a tower crane at the Judicial Center site. A signed detour route will be provided along 9th Street, Broadway, 10th Street, and 2nd Avenue.

Drivers are encouraged to proceed with caution in the area of the road closure and detour route. All questions regarding the closure should be directed to Ryan Pruett at rpruett@columbusga.org or 706-225-3878.

The Columbus Consolidated Government wishes to inform residents and travelers that important railroad repairs will result in temporary road closure of Smith Road at the railroad crossing on Tuesday, November 12th .

Drivers are encouraged to proceed with caution in the area of the road closure and detour route. All questions regarding the closure should be directed to Vance Beck at Beck.Ronald@columbusga.org or (706) 225- 4441.

The Columbus Consolidated Government wishes to inform residents and travelers that important railroad repairs will result in temporary road closures in our area. Closure Details:

• 8th Avenue: Closed at the railroad crossing on Wednesday, November 13.

• 9th Avenue: Closed at the railroad crossing on Thursday, November 14.

Drivers are encouraged to proceed with caution in the area of the road closure and detour route. All questions regarding the closure should be directed to Vance Beck at Beck.Ronald@columbusga.org or (706) 225-4441. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve our infrastructure.

Keep Columbus Beautiful Mayor’s 2nd Annual Golf Tournament “Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser”

[COLUMBUS, GA, October 31, 2024] — The Keep Columbus Beautiful Mayor’s Golf Tournament will take place on Friday, November 1st -Tee Off at 12noon at the Bull Creek Golf Course. The golf tournament, originally scheduled for Friday, September 13th was postponed due to the inclement weather from Hurricane Francine.

The mission of Keep Columbus Beautiful is to engage and educate individuals to take greater responsibility for enhancing beautification, protecting the environment, and eliminating litter and blight. Through its board of directors and sub-committees, Keep Columbus Beautiful works to enhance the mission and the vision of this organization.

Proceeds from the Golf Tournament go toward this year’s 30th Annual Help the Hooch Cleanup and other initiatives of Keep Columbus Beautiful. The Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission host and partner with other organizations to execute a variety of Annual events, projects and programs.

The tournament promises to be a great day of networking and golf. Though the tournament is sold out, there are still sponsorship opportunities and donations are always appreciated.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to give us a call at 706-225-4008 or email us kcbc1987@columbusga.org.