Poster describing a special meeting for the West Georgia Democratic Socialists of America. Event takes place on Saturday April 4th, 4:00-5:30 pm in Synovus Room A Columbus Public Library 3000 Macon Rd.

This Saturday, April 4th, West Georgia DSA is holding a Special Meeting! We are closer than ever to achieving Chapter status. We encourage all interested to join. We will also be discussing plans for future events. Come help us build the movement for a democratic and socialist future!
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Coffee with MCYD is happening today at 10am at Fountain City Coffee! ☕️

Come hang out, meet fellow members, and start your day with good conversation and even better coffee. Whether you’ve been involved for a while or are brand new, we’d love to see you there!

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NO KINGS Columbus GA March and Rally · No Kings **We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.** What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading fr...

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One final push for the largest Mayoral Forum this election season in Columbus, Ga! Donate today!

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CANVAS ALERT! We are going to be knocking on doors THIS SUNDAY! We are boots on the ground promoting the largest mayoral forum this election season.

👉 Comment “DEBATE” to learn more about how you can join the fun and we will get you plugged in!

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Surprise filing: Marquese “Skinny” Averett (HD140). Averett filed on Monday for Columbus City Council District 7, but Teddy Reese dropped out from HD140 to run for SD15.

Barring anyone booking it up I-185 atm, Averett may clinch the seat on a walk. 157/180. More to potentially come. #gapol #colga

I think that Teddy Reese (HD140) could run for Harbison’s SD15, and that Chris Kelly (who suspended his bid for City Council District 7 last week) could run for Reese’s seat. #colga #gapol

One person is filing as a Dem in my (red) HD next week, and another is allegedly filing in the (ruby red) district across the street.

I believe that Northeastern Muscogee and west Harris have never been contested by a Democrat since at least 1992.

Who knows. We’ll see next week. #gapol #colga

Italian food favorite in Columbus is closing this week. What we know “Due to multiple determining factors, it has become impossible for us to keep the business going,” the closure announcement says.

Trevioli Italian Kitchen is closing in two days. I reported about the announcement in my newest for the Ledger. www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-.... #colga #readlocal

Columbus city manager Isaiah Hugley terminated Columbus City Manager Isaiah Hugley has been terminated following an executive session of the city council on Tuesday night.

Next year’s mayoral election will be interesting to say the least: www.wtvm.com/2025/05/28/c... #ColumbusGA #ColGA #gapol

How a $10K donation is transforming postpartum care in Columbus. Meet the founder “Everything that we’ve created is to help put that focus back on the mom, because everything is about the baby at that point,” she said.

A small business founder is revolutionizing postpartum recovery right here in Columbus. Meet Brittnee Wheeler. I spoke with her in my newest for the Ledger.
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Iconic Columbus restaurant plans reopening ‘for thousands of people asking.’ For fans of meat-and-threes and Southern homestyle cooking, this is good news for you.

Royal Cafe is set to re-open. There is little information publicly available, but I reported on the news we have here for the Ledger www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-.... #readlocal #colga

There are many chain restaurants that Columbus is missing, so I created a poll to see which one you want to see come to Columbus next. Voting is open from now until Friday afternoon. www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-... #readlocal #colga

Local Columbus ramen spot transforms with new ownership and menu surprises The new restaurant will be expanding their menu to include more traditional and comfort Chinese food to the Columbus area.

Mizu Ramen bar is transforming into Red 8 Kitchen. More about the change in my story for the Ledger. www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-... #colga #readlocal

Curious about Columbus restaurants’ health scores? See who got an ‘A’ Find out more about the latest inspection results and what they mean for your dining choices.

It’s that time again folks. I took a look into the Muscogee county food safety database and created a list of restaurants ranked by score. See how your favorite restaurants did this past month. www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-... #colga

Army soldier’s Phenix City business transforms Tesla motors into classic cars. See inside “I wanted to do something new that I’ve never seen anyone do before,” the owner said.

I spoke with Eston Smith, an army lieutenant serving at Ft. Benning, whose company called Rovium converts classic cars into electric vehicles. Eston is taking orders for conversions now at his site! #colga www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/busines...

This prominent Columbus medical clinic has been sold. How the deal will affect patients The new owner is a major healthcare group, based in Florida, making its first expansion into Georgia.

I reported on the news that Columbus Clinic has been sold to Millennium Healthcare last week for the Ledger-Enquirer. Millennium told me that patients shouldn’t have any “disruptions” to their care. Read my story for more information. www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/busines... #colga #readlocal

Earlier this month, a new Hawaiian food restaurant opened in Phenix City, Alabama. I spoke with the owner to learn more about their story and journey from food truck to brick and mortar.
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Winn-Dixie closing 2 local supermarkets, 1 in Columbus and 1 in Phenix City. What’s next “We will work through this process with care, and we are grateful for the support and understanding of our valued associates, customers and communities,” a company spokesperson said.

Two locations of Winn-Dixie are closing Columbus and Phenix City. I spoke with their parent company’s officials to find out what’s next for the supermarket chain. www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/busines...
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New CEO takes charge at St. Francis-Emory Healthcare in Columbus after nationwide search “It’s been an absolute honor and privilege to join an extraordinarily talented team of physicians, clinicians and support staff at St. Francis-Emory Healthcare,” the new CEO said.

Robert Parker has been announced as the new CEO of St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, "effective immediately." Read my piece for the Ledger for all you need to know. www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/busines... #readlocal #colga

Celebrate 100 years of the Liberty Theatre at this special event with star-studded guests “This is more than a gala — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime tribute to a century of culture, resilience, and storytelling,” said Oz Roberts co-chairman of the Liberty Theatre Board of Directors.

The Liberty Theatre is turning 100! Celebrate their birthday at their Centennial Gala on April 11. More info here www.ledger-enquirer.com/entertainmen... #readlocal #colga

Local Columbus coffee shop transforms to better serve community needs. See inside. This renovation aims to foster community connections and provide essential support to those in need, owners say.

Harvest Coffee Co. have officially finished their remodeling, and I got to take a tour. Andrew and Cindy were some of the kindest folks to interview. Take a look in my newest for the Ledger. www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-... #readlocal #colga

How much will renaming Fort Moore back to Benning cost? What taxpayers need to know “It looks like an eye-popping number, because it is to your everyday citizen,” said Abigail Blanco, an associate professor of economics. “But, in military terms, it’s actually quite small.”

Two years ago, the Naming Commission reported that the name change from Fort Benning to Moore cost 4.9 million dollars. With the reversal, people have been questioning how much it'll cost this time around. www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/politic... #readlocal #colga

‘An honor to serve you.’ Why a Columbus barbecue favorite has closed its doors. “It really warms my heart knowing that the city will support local businesses, and when those businesses take a downturn, the city is there for you,” Owner David DeSteno said.

Also, Zombie Pig BBQ closed. I spoke with the owner, David, about the reasons why and the impact he's made on the Columbus community. Read here: www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-... #readlocal #colga

Curious about the newest Columbus food safety inspection scores? Here’s the full list Inspectors visited more than 100 Muscogee County restaurants last month and scored them on a 100-point scale.

It's that time again folks. Food inspection scores are out! Check out my latest for the Ledger here: www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-... #readlocal #colga

Rave reviews for this new Columbus restaurant, bringing modern twists to loved classics “We tell the kitchen to cook like you’re doing it for your family members,” the general manager said.

I got an inside look into Me Encanta, the new viral Mexican restaurant that just opened on Broadway. Take a look here www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-.... Alejandro and Rogelio were both so sweet and awesome to talk to. #readlocal #colga

Columbus was the No. 1 location for this restaurant chain. Now, it suddenly has closed “Thank you for your support the last several years,” the handwritten note on the front door says. “We have enjoyed being part of this community.”

Did you know that Simple Greek on Broadway closed? I wrote a story breaking the news here: www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-.... #colga #readlocal

Ready for a foodie adventure? Over 25 gourmet food trucks will be at this Columbus event Here’s the list of confirmed vendors and how to get tickets.

Uptown Columbus is kicking off their spring events season with their food truck festival! The Ledger-Enquirer got an exclusive look into some of the trucks coming to town. Read more here: www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-... #colga #readlocal

What happens when 2 iconic Columbus restaurants get together? They create this new menu A favorite seafood restaurant has leased their space to a popular BBQ business, blending their dishes for a fresh eating experience in town.

What happens when 2 iconic Columbus restaurants get together? They create this new menu

Read more at: www.ledger-enquirer.com/living/food-... #readlocal #colga

Big changes are proposed for historic Black Columbus neighborhood. Officials want feedback City officials invite Columbus residents to share their thoughts on a redevelopment proposal that aims to bring fresh housing, businesses, and cultural spaces to this neighborhood.

Big changes are proposed for historic Black Columbus neighborhood. Officials want feedback

Read more at: www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/local/a... #readlocal #colga