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🌱 Patch AM: What did neighbors tell leaders at Columbus’ first District 9 town hall?
Spotted on the Columbus calendar: Soulful Sounds in Columbus
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In today's newsletter:
- What did neighbors tell leaders at Columbus' first District 9 town hall?
- How $30 million in road changes could reshape Forrest and Morris
- Are Columbus' Flock cameras secure enough? Here's what officials said
Also on today's calendar: Soulful Sounds in Columbus and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 93, low: 75.
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 95 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Columbus councilwoman hosts first town hall (wtvm.com) — A Columbus District 9 town hall at the City Services Center gave residents a chance to press city leaders on quality-of-life issues, from trash to transportation. Councilwoman Dr. Cathy Cook, joined by department heads and local officials, used the forum to fulfill her campaign promise of regular, face-to-face conversations with neighbors. 
2. Nearly $30 million in proposed projects aim to decrease crashes in this Columbus area (ledger-enquirer.com) — Columbus officials are considering nearly $30 million in upgrades to Forrest and Morris roads, aiming to slow speeding drivers, cut crashes, and improve drainage and sidewalks. Plans include new roundabouts, multiuse trails, sidewalks, and safer crossings, with construction expected to start in 2029 and last about two years. Residents can still email feedback to the city's planning department.
3. Columbus residents question Flock camera security during town hall meeting (wrbl.com) — Columbus residents used a community conversation with At-large Councilor Cathy Cook to question how securely the city manages access to its Flock camera system. Citing misuse reports elsewhere, one resident pressed for an audit, while Mayor Pro Tem Gary Allen described the current chain-of-command process and record-keeping, leaving the door open for a possible review by the police chief.
4. Columbus Airport announces search for new Chief of Public Safety (wrbl.com) — Columbus Airport is preparing to launch a search for a new Chief of Public Safety after the previous chief's resignation, a role central to protecting passengers and airport workers. Officials say details on applications and qualifications will be released once the position is formally posted, signaling an upcoming leadership transition in local airport safety operations.
📸 Around Columbus
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Columbus
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- Pediatric Diabetes Support Group
Muscogee County School District Piedmont Conference Center 710 Center Street Columbus, GA 31901
5:45 pm - Fall Universal Academic & Dyslexia Screening
Muscogee County School District School sites
8:00 am - Fall 2026 Universal Behavior Screening
Muscogee County School District School sites
8:00 am - Soulful Sounds in Columbus →
Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center, 4225 University Ave, Columbus
7:00 pm - Climate Week NYC →
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9:00 am
Thursday September 3
Friday September 4
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Tuesday September 22
📣 Columbus Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- B.Merrell's School Spirit Night
Pine Ridge Elementary School 6835 Midland Commons Blvd Suites H,I, and J, Columbus, GA 3190
4:00 pm - HCHS Volleyball (V/JV) @ Lee County
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
5:00 pm - HCCMS Football vs. Smiths Station
Harris County Carver Middle School Away
5:30 pm - HCHS Football (9th) @ Pike
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
5:30 pm - HCCMS Football @ Smiths Station
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
5:30 pm - HCCMS Softball vs. Manchester (A team)
Harris County Carver Middle School Home
5:30 pm - HCHS Football (JV) vs. Shaw @ home
Harris County High School Hamilton, GA 31811
5:30 pm
Thursday September 3
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
Found on September 1, 2026 in Columbus, GA 31904 near Bibb City Event Center Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor East Highland) - She's been found!
Ty everyone! She is lost around the Hilton/ Lake Bottom area if you see her please let me know! She is 6 years old with kidney issues she takes… (Nextdoor Clubview Heights)
- Government Jobs posted a job opening for Administrative Assistant Communications G115 City Manager's Office in Columbus. Apply here.
- State of Georiga posted a job opening for Budget Analyst 2 in Columbus. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Columbus here.
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