Starting on Saturday, June 7th at 6:30 AM, there will be rolling street closures downtown until 10:00 AM for the 5k Road Race.

City Officials invites the public to a communtiy meeting to discuss the issuance of a Solid Waste Handling Permit by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD).

The City of Columbus is excited to welcome residents and visitors to its 4th Annual Juneteenth Jubilee Celebrationa full month if events dedicated to unity, reflection, and community spirit. With something for everyone, this celebration brings people together throughout entertainment, education, wellness, and fun.

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, Keep Columbus Beautiful Commission is partnering with Columbus Sports Council, who is hosting the NAIA Softball World Series for a community cleanup effort. This project will be led by the softball players participating in the NAIA World Series. Local female softball athletes from various high schools will also be assisting with the cleanup effort.

The Columbus Consolidated Government has released the updated garbage collection schedule in observance of Memorial Day. To ensure all garbage is collected in a timely manner , please review the schedule and plan accordingly.

The City of Columbus invites residents to attend a Community Vision Workshop this evening to help shape the future Mellon Street Pocket Park. The meeting will be held at Macedonia Baptist Church, 2717 Cusseta Road, Columbus GA 31906. Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the workshop will begin promptly at 6:00 PM.

Columbus Civic Center announces I Love Columbus, Together We’re Better Initiative. The initiative is an effort to combat teen violence during the Summer Months. Teens are encouraged to participate in various events in collaboration with organizations throughout the city of Columbus.

City Officials invites the public to a community meeting to discuss the Liberty District Master Plan project. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the possibilities of adopting the plan.

Work Source Georgia-Lower Chattahoochee 14 is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for participants and counselors for the 2025 Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP). This annual initiative offers local youth meaningful, paid work experience during the summer months, helping them build job skills, explore career interests, and contribute to their community.

Keep Columbus Beautiful will be celebrating Earth Day which is on April 22nd. Earth day is celebrated each year to raise awareness of the environment and promote conservation and sustainability. You can do your part by participating in our Earth week activities. Earth week activities will begin on Saturday, April 19th and end on Saturday, April 26th.