Maury County Animal Services at Capacity with Nearly 300 Animals

Issue #098

25 May

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

⛈ Columbia Weather - Scattered thunderstorms with a high of 84

🐕 Maury County Animal Services at Capacity with Nearly 300 Animals

🇺🇸 Memorial Day at Polk Memorial Gardens

💪 Make An Impact - Help With Tornado Relief

💦 Nashville Shores is Open for the 2024 Season

🎵 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

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Saturday, May 25th

Sunday, May 26th

Monday, May 27th

Tuesday, May 28th

Wednesday, May 29th

Thursday, May 30th

Maury County Animal Services at Capacity with Nearly 300 Animals

Animal shelters across Middle Tennessee are struggling with overcrowding, and in Maury County, the situation has worsened since the tornado two weeks ago.

Maury County Animal Services is experiencing an unprecedented surge in homeless pets and is urgently seeking public assistance. The shelter is taking in more animals than it has the space to accommodate, operating with just 56 kennels that have been continuously full.

Nearly six months into the year, the shelter is facing record numbers of incoming animals. The tornado has exacerbated the situation, with 288 animals taken in over just 24 days. Approximately 40 of these animals were directly affected by the tornado, with 30 believed to be displaced by the storm.

Overcrowding is also attributed to a high number of unwanted litters and pet surrenders. The shelter is continuously working to manage the influx, often having to double up kennels, which compromises the standard of care. Efforts include reaching out to rescues, facilitating adoptions, and moving animals in and out of the shelter as quickly as possible.

To help mitigate the crisis, Maury County Animal Services is appealing to the public. Adoption fees are set at $75 for dogs and $25 for cats, which include microchipping and spaying or neutering. The shelter needs the community's support to provide these animals with the care and homes they deserve.

Information posted on Friday:

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Intake Center: 931-375-1401

Adoption Center: 931-375-1406

Animal Control: 931-375-1403

1233 Mapleash Avenue

We are open to the public 7 days a week from 12 pm to 6 pm M - F, and 12 pm to 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday, no appointment necessary.

Memorial Day at Polk Memorial Gardens

Join us May 27th for Memorial Day at Polk Memorial Gardens, starting at 10 AM. This event will feature special guests from Operation Song, honoring the brave souls who have given all for our nation. Let us come together to pay tribute to their sacrifice and remember their legacy. All are welcome!

If you’d like to learn more about Operation Song, this video will bring tears to your eyes!

May 27th
10:00 AM
6465 Trotwood Ave., Columbia

Make An Impact - Help With Tornado Relief

While progress is being made, the needs in Spring Hill and Columbia are overwhelming. Wellspring Christian Church is continuing to send crews into the hardest hit areas, 8:30 AM DAILY alongside the International Disaster Emergency Service. Would you considering committing time to help? If so, go to our relief page to sign up to volunteer.

Maybe clean up isn't your thing—that's okay! We have other non-clean up roles that you can fill by going to our relief page listed above.

Nashville Shores is Open for the 2024 Season

Nashville Shores began daily operation for the 2024 season on Thursday

Located on the shores of Percy Priest Lake, Nashville Shores Water Park features more than 1 million gallons of summer fun. Brave the waves in our gigantic wave pool, plunge down our 10 thrilling water slides, or, play, slide and splash in Kowabunga Beach, a massive water tree house and playground.

If you want to chill instead of experience big thrills, enjoy a leisurely float ride on our lazy river or soak up some rays on our beautiful beach. There is all-day, all-you-can-play fun for everyone.

🎵 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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