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Rise and shine, Columbus!
In todayâs planning-your-week edition: A new dog park and social club, Peachy Eats Food Fest, and Kings Pond Campout + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Todayâs sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Columbus protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains whatâs driving the surge⊠and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đ° In the news
A new hub for hounds: Paws Humane opened The Yard in Columbus on Feb. 27, a membership dog park and social club. Dogs must be registered with current vaccines, with a limited founding rate available — see membership details and requirements.
Support for local families: Columbus middle school will host the Eddy Service to Community Event on March 14 at 2100 South Lumpkin Road, a one-stop hub for vital resources. Organizers seek local partners — get all the details.
Stability takes center stage: Simi Barnes, daughter of the late Jerry ‘Pops’ Barnes, kicks off her campaign for Columbus City Council District 1 today, emphasizing economic growth and community engagement at a public event — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. Itâs super affordable â and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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đ Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades⊠and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If youâre wondering whether youâre missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining whatâs driving the renewed interest⊠and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
Itâs free and worth reading before the next move.
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Gentle reset, anyone? Aglow Apothecary + Healing Haven is an easygoing Old Town refuge for herbal teas at the Tea + Treats bar, well-curated bath + body goods, plants, candles, and thoughtful gifts. Massage, Reiki, and mellow yoga or meditation are available when your week needs less noise and more calm.
Local fairway reset: Co-designed by 1987 Masters champ Larry Mize, Maple Ridge Golf Club delivers rolling elevation, quick, dialed-in greens, and a relaxed semi-private vibe that welcomes guests. Itâs where âI swear Iâm laying upâ turns into bold swings, friendly chirps, and rounds that feel both approachable and legit.
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đ Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
đ Blooms and Bugs @ The Cookie Co. | Monday (3/2) at 6:00 PM â Trade yardwork for something sweeter at a beginner-friendly cookie class at The Cookie Co, where youâll decorate the only bugs and blooms youâd invite into your kitchen, with six cookies, colorful icing, step-by-step guidance, and to-go boxes. Seats go fast, DIY kits available.
đ¶ Strollinâ For Your Colon @ American Legion Char Harrison Post | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM â Your colon will thank you later. Head to the American Legion for free line dancing, a quick talk on why screening saves lives, and door prizes, then wear blue, grab a bite if you like, and toss a donation to support River City Oncology Group.
đ Peachy Eats Food Fest @ The Peach Shoppe & Co | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM â Think your taste buds have seen it all? The Peach Shoppe teams with Street Food Saturdays for Peachy Eats Food Fest, a graze-as-you-go bash where you eat first, ask questions later, sample savory, sweet, and messy bites. Come hungry, bring your crew, stretchy pants encouraged.
đ Children’s Series: A Bad Case of the Stripes @ Springer Opera House | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM â Bring the kids, or borrow some, for a musical take on David Shannonâs A Bad Case of Stripes. Camillaâs battling peer pressure, lima beans, and some loud color choices. Big laughs, catchy tunes, and a sweet, all-ages reminder to let your true colors show.
đ Spring Beekeeping Course 2026 @ Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM â Springâs buzzing, so learn the ropes at Oxbow Meadows with the Chattahoochee Valley Beekeeping folks. Itâs a six-week, beginner-to-beekeeper course, ages 14+, with real-world know-how, textbooks, and a CVBA membership. Finally, a weekend hobby that sweetens your tea, not your back.
đ Kings Pond Campout @ Kings Pond | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM â Whether youâre all-in on sleeping under the pines or just popping by for the bonfire, this free Kings Pond campout has kayaking, games, and now fishing. Bring a rod or borrow one, leash the dog, and snag 50% off rental gear if you register.
đ„ Golden Girls Brunch @ Hudson’s At Main Street | Sunday (3/8) at 9:00 AM â Golden Girls brunch, but make it local: waffles worthy of Miami, comfort food Nonna would bless, and cocktails Dorothy would actually smile at. Dress the part, snap a photo, and let your inner Sophia say what everyoneâs thinking, then order another round at Hudsonâs.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar â
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đ„ Worth a peek
Weâre always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think youâll love. Hereâs what caught our eye this week.
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đ» Columbus report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 75°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 2%
Patchy fog before 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. East wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. East wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 75°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 1%
Partly sunny, with a high near 75. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 54.
Someone Googled you this week đ
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Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, thereâs a really easy way for you â or someone you care about â to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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