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Columbia Academy Sophomore Dominates Junior Olympic Trap Shooting, Wins Gold for Tennessee

Issue #214

18 Sep

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🌤 Columbia Weather - Mostly cloudy with a high of 82

🥇 Columbia Academy Sophomore Dominates Junior Olympic Trap Shooting, Wins Gold for Tennessee

📰 City of Columbia Earns Triple Crown Status for 5th Consecutive Year

🗳 Deadline For Voter Registration is October 7th

🪓 Thursday: Axe Throwing League Starts at Muletown Bearded Axe

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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Wednesday, September 18th

Thursday, September 19th

Friday, September 20th

Saturday, September 21st

Sunday, September 22nd

Columbia Academy Sophomore Dominates Junior Olympic Trap Shooting, Wins Gold for Tennessee

Congratulations to Columbia Academy sophomore Taylor Sims, who recently had the incredible opportunity to enter the International Trap Men’s open and the Junior Olympic Championship competition for the State of Tennessee.

Competing against top World Olympic Athletes, including Paris Olympic champions, Taylor achieved an impressive 14th place in the Men’s Open category. His rank was based on cumulative scores; and while top Olympic athletes received additional points for previous placements, Taylor (competing for the first time) did not receive those extra points. Despite this, he outperformed several current USA National and International World Champions to earn his position.

In the Junior Olympic Men’s Under 18 category, Taylor excelled further, placing 1st and winning a gold medal after shooting 226 out of 250 targets. This was a qualifying event, using the two highest score from the Junior Olympics to determine a spot on the 2025 Junior Olympic Squad. Taylor needs one more qualifying score to secure his place.

City of Columbia Earns Triple Crown Status for 5th Consecutive Year

From City of Columbia, TN - Government’s Facebook post:

The City of Columbia is thrilled to announce that it has earned Triple Crown status from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the 5th consecutive year! 

This prestigious recognition celebrates the City’s achievement in receiving all three GFOA awards:

Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award

Additionally, Columbia has been awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for FY 2025, reflecting its ongoing commitment to transparency and excellence in financial management.

Deadline For Voter Registration is October 7th

National Voter Registration Day was yesterday… but there’s still time!

Secretary of State Tre Hargett is encouraging all eligible Tennesseans to register to vote.

“It has never been easier to register or cast a ballot in Tennessee,” said Secretary Hargett. “If you have not already registered, National Voter Registration Day is a great opportunity to do so.”

The voter registration deadline for the Nov. 5 State and Federal General Election is 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 7. The fastest way for eligible Tennesseans to register, update, or check their status is through the free GoVoteTN App or online at GoVoteTN.gov.  

Early voting for the Nov. 5 State and Federal General Election begins Oct. 16 and runs through Oct. 31. For more information, visit your trusted source for election information, GoVoteTN.gov, or download the free GoVoteTNApp.

Thursday: Axe Throwing League Starts at Muletown Bearded Axe

It's finally here! Our very first Axe Throwing League starts September 19th! This is for ALL levels including beginners! Axes will be thrown, money will be made & a Trophy will be WON!! This is going to be so much fun!! Sign up at the Muletown Bearded Axe or go here & click on "League Signup!" Spots are limited!!

903 Riverside Dr., Columbia
6:30 - 8:30 PM

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Wednesday, September 18th

Austin Byrd, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM

Thursday, September 19th

Oliver Pigott, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM
Codetta South, Buck & Board, 6-9 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito's Spring Hill, 6-9 PM
Murphy Ridge, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM

Friday, September 20th

Kristin Larkin, Buck & Board, 6-9 PM
Alyssa Hart, Grinder's Switch, 7-9 PM
Tom Saffell & Robert Johnson, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Rory Feek, Homestead Hall, 7:00 PM
The Heels, Puckett's, 7:30-9 PM
Bald Kernal, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Saturday, September 21st

The Unforgettables, Puckett's, 10 AM - 2  PM
Grasskickers, Amber Falls Winery, 3-7 PM
TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 4-7 PM
Jennifer Leigh & Cody Hunt, Buck & Board, 5-8 PM
Bobcat, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Matt Nicholls Trio, Puckett's, 7:30-9 PM
Polly's Pocket, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Sunday, September 22nd

TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 1-4 PM
Carson Phillips, Amber Falls Winery, 1-5 PM
Kenny Durham, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM

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