Residents Worried Over Duck River's Future Due to Proposal

Issue #043

31 Mar

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

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☁️ Columbia Weather - Cloudy with a high of 79

📰 Residents Worried Over Duck River's Future Due to Proposal

🍷 Fun Fact: TN Liquor Stores Are Closed on Easter

🐴 The Mule Day 2024 Schedule (April 4 - April7)

👊 Krav Maga Spring Break Camp

😆 A Little Easter Humor…

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Residents Worried Over Duck River's Future Due to Proposal

Earlier this month, the Tennessee Department of Conservation and Environment granted approval for Columbia Power and Water Systems to increase its daily water withdrawal from the Duck River by 32 million gallons, raising concerns among downstream residents about the river's future.

The Duck River has long been celebrated for its rich biodiversity, making it one of the most diverse rivers in the United States. Frustrated residents and landowners gathered in Centerville to express their discontent with the decision.

Gary Baker, a landowner and meeting speaker, raised concerns about the impact of the increased withdrawal, especially considering the existing 20 million gallon withdrawal already in place. Doug Jones, another landowner, criticized the lack of consideration for the river's health during the approval process.

Residents are particularly worried about the river's well-being during low water periods, which are frequent in the summer months and pose a significant threat to aquatic life.

Bill McDonald, a longtime resident, highlighted the Duck River's global recognition for its biodiversity, expressing concern about the potential consequences of increased water withdrawal.

The approval, issued in mid-March, allows for a 30-day appeal period. Another meeting for concerned residents is scheduled for April 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the Fairfield Church of Christ in Centerville.

Fun Fact: TN Liquor Stores Are Closed on Easter

In case you didn’t know…

In Tennessee, alcohol sales are prohibited on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter under state law. Previously, the restrictions were even stricter, with alcohol sales banned on Sundays and several federal holidays. However, a law implemented in 2019 amended these regulations, permitting alcohol sales on Sundays as well as on Labor Day, New Year's Day, and the Fourth of July. Despite these changes, Easter continues to be a dry holiday in the state.

Mule Day 2024 Schedule (April 4-April 7)

Only a few days left until the Mule Day festivities begin! Be sure to mark your calendars for the events you’d like to attend…

MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2024

9:00 a.m. Wagon Train Departs

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2024

Mid-Afternoon Wagon Train Arrives at Maury County Park

THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2024

10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Mule Day Craft Fair

10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Live Music - Main Stage

12:00 p.m. - Old Fashioned Log Pulling Competition – Main Arena

1:00 p.m. Dog Show - Old Arena

2:00 p.m. - Feed Time Race – Main Arena

4:00 p.m. - Jackpot Mule Races – Main Arena

4:00 p.m. - Miss MULE DAY Pageant - Old Arena

7:00 p.m. - Bluegrass Music Fest – Columbia Central High School

FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 2024

10:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. Mule Day Craft Fair

10:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. Live Music - Main Stage

10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. Ham & White Bean Plates(Nell Wright Senior Center)

12:00 p.m. - Driving Mule Show – Old Arena

12:00 p.m. - State Auctioneer Contest, United Producers, Inc. Livestock Sale Barn Columbia, TN

4:00 p.m. - Cart Barrel Races - Main Arena

6:00 p.m. - Gaited Mule Show – Old Arena

6:00 p.m. - Tony Malugin, Live Music & Line Dancing – Ridley 4-H Center

7:00 p.m. - Liars' Contest Mule Tales - Columbia Central High School

SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2024

8:00 a.m. - Maury Regional Mule Kick 5K Race

10:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. Mule Day Craft Fair

10:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m. Live Music at Main Stage

11:00 a.m. - Mule Day Parade - Downtown Columbia, TN

11:00 a.m. - Mule Pulling Contest - Main Arena

2:00 p.m. - Skillington Draft Mule Show - Old Arena

6:00 p.m. - Urban Cowboy, Line Dancing & Mule Town Stompers - Ridley 4-H Center

SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2024

9:00 a.m.....Worship Service - Main Stage

9:00 a.m.....Riding Mule Show - Old Arena

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Mule Day Craft Fair

12:00 p.m.....Mini Mania Mule Show - Old Arena

12:00 p.m.....Riding Mule Show - Main Arena

Krav Maga Spring Break Camp

Nashville Krav Maga Spring Break Camp!

Monday, April 1st - Friday, April 5th

12 PM - 3 PM Daily

Nashville Krav Maga
2520 Hospitality Dr.
Columbia, TN

Price: $35 / day OR $150 / week

Details: Come and celebrate your days off school with Nashville Krav Maga! This week will be a fun filled, action packed, full throttle SPRING BREAK CAMP! Each day is packed with fun and exciting themes such as Battle Ball, Flying Kicks, Self-Defense techniques, and (safe) Martial Arts Weapons Warrior Training! Either register for specific days or save and register for the whole week!

A Little Easter Humor… 😆