Dog Reunited With Family After Tornado Hits Owner’s Home

Issue #092

19 May

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🌤 Columbia Weather - Mostly sunny with a high of 85

🐕 Dog Reunited With Family After Tornado Hits Owner’s Home

🎨 Columbia Artists Meet-Up

🍽 Newcomers Night at River Terrace

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

📌 Columbia’s Best Kept Secret: Is Your Business One of Them?

🗓 Know of Some Local Events Not Listed? Send us the Details! 

Upcoming Local Events

🗓 Have an event to add? Send us the Details!

Sunday, May 19th

Monday, May 20th

Tuesday, May 21st

  • Hampshire Farmer’s Market - 3:00 - 6:00 PM

  • May Meeting of Marine Corps League LCPL Andrew P. Carpenter Detachment 1286 - All Marine, Navy veterans & spouses welcome. (Memorial Bldg, 308 West 7th) Email w/ any questions. - 6:00 PM

Wednesday, May 22nd

Thursday, May 23rd

Friday, May 24th

Saturday, May 25th

Tuesday, May 28th

Thursday, May 30th

Dog Reunited With Family After Tornado Hits Owner’s Home

Screen capture from News Channel 5

A little over a week has passed since tornadoes ravaged Maury County, leaving a Columbia family particularly hard-hit and shaken. The Whittens discovered their home of 12 years in ruins and faced an additional heartache: their dog, Dash, was missing.

For nearly a day, Dash was lost until someone found him and took him to the Maury County Animal Shelter. The reunion with Dash brought immense relief to the Whittens, symbolizing hope amid the devastation. Now, Dash is back home with his family, including their other dogs, Max, Sammy, and Chico, as well as their two cats, Ricky and Clyde, who also survived the storm.

Despite the challenges ahead, the Whittens are grateful to have their family reunited. The Maury County Animal Shelter continues to care for animals displaced by the storm. Those missing a pet or interested in adoption are encouraged to contact the shelter.

Columbia Artists Meet-Up

The Columbia Arts Council is hosting their monthly artists meet-up!

Come join us for a great time making new friends and sharing our passions about the arts - all skill levels and all styles!

Monday, May 20th
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Ollie & Finn’s Counter
510 N. Garden St., Suite H

Newcomers Night at River Terrace

Are you new to Columbia?

Innumerable posts from transplants to the area about how to meet people and make new friends has prompted Owner Elizabeth Landry to create a quarterly "Newcomer Night" at River Terrace, a mix & mingle event in our Terrace Room specifically limited to those who have relocated to Columbia from other areas within the past year or so. Our inaugural event for this will be Tuesday, 05/28/24.

Limiting to 50 attendees per gathering in order to anticipate attendance for food prep purposes. NOTE: Reservation and pre-pay is REQUIRED for admission! Call restaurant at 931.223.5135, or PM Owner Elizabeth Landry, with credit card number & expiration date and number of attendees, or pay in person, by no later than Saturday 05/25/24 to secure your reservation.

This event will be interspersed with Singles Night on other months that will be open to all residents, regardless of how long have lived in the area.

🎵 This Week’s Live Music 🎵

Columbia’s Best Kept Secret: Is Your Business One of Them? 

We ❤️ love local businesses!

We know our community is brimming with businesses that have fascinating stories and big hearts. If you're a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you! "What’s Up Columbia!" is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our town. Let's collaborate and let the community know what makes your business special. Send us a message, and let's celebrate the spirit of Columbia together!

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