In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🌧 Columbia Weather - Scattered showers with a high of 71

📰 Paramount Tower Breaks Ground, Set to Surpass ‘Batman Building’ as Nashville’s Tallest

⛳️ Tony Starks Memorial Golf Tournament Raises over $120,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation  

🩸 Blood Assurance Will Be Open Today For Donations 

🎵 Today’s Live Music

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Upcoming Local Events

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Sunday, September 29th

• Pumpkin Paradise Opening Weekend - POSTPONED ‘TIL 10/6

• Mixed Media Workshop - 2:00 - 4:00 PM

• Music City Sports Card, Collectibles & Autograph Show (Franklin) - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

• Taizé Candlelit Worship Service at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church - 5:00 PM

Monday, September 30th

• Vet 2 Vet Breakfast Meet up at Puckett’s - 7:00 - 9:00 AM

• Paw & Tie Dye at Muletown Bark Park - 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Tuesday, October 1st

• Connecting at The Factory (Business Networking) - 9:00 AM

• Brain Blast Trivia at McCreary’s Irish Pub - 7:00 - 8:00 PM

Wednesday, October 2nd

• Vet 2 Vet Meet Up at The Tilted Mule - 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Thursday, October 3rd

• Connect Spring Hill at Viking Pizza - 9:00 - 10:00 AM 

Friday, October 4th

• Downtown Columbia Walking Tour - 2:00 - 4:30 PM

• Point of Grace at The Mulehouse - 7:00 PM

Paramount Tower Breaks Ground, Set to Surpass ‘Batman Building’ as Nashville’s Tallest

Construction has officially begun on the Paramount tower, set to transform Nashville's skyline. At 750 feet tall and 60 stories, it will surpass the AT&T "Batman Building" as the city's tallest structure.

Located at 1010 Church Street, the $390 million project is scheduled for completion by 2027. The tower, developed by Giarratana LLC and designed by Goettsch Partners, will feature 360 apartments, 140 condos, and a 517-space parking garage, along with various amenities like fitness centers, lounges, co-working spaces, and a pool. Additionally, a 60,000-square-foot, five-story expansion of the neighboring YMCA will be part of the project, providing upgraded community and fitness facilities. Excavation work is underway, and $230 million in construction financing has been secured. The Paramount will be near other significant developments, contributing to downtown Nashville's ongoing growth.

See more pictures of this project here.

Tony Starks Memorial Golf Tournament Raises over $120,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation 

The annual Tony Starks Memorial Golf Tournament was held Sept. 19 at the Graymere Country Club in Columbia, raising over $120,000 for the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation. This year’s tournament is the largest in the Foundation’s history.

The event brought together community members, local businesses and golf enthusiasts to raise funds in support of the Foundation’s mission to enhance health care services and provide support for patients in need across the region.

“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated in and supported the Tony Stark Golf Tournament this year,” said Courtney Lewandowski, development specialist at the Maury Regional Health Care Foundation. “The generosity of our community makes a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve, and we look forward to putting these funds to work to improve health care access and outcomes across the region.”

This year’s tournament included 48 teams and 189 players teeing off for a day of friendly competition and philanthropy. Prizes were awarded to the winners and runners-up of three flights in both the morning and afternoon groups. There were also contests for longest drive, closest to the pin, hole-in-one and the team putting challenge.

🩸Blood Assurance Will Be Open Today For Donations

In response to Hurricane Helene, Blood Assurance will be open this Sunday to ensure a stable blood supply for our community. Your donations are crucial during times like these.

Hours: 9 AM - 1 PM:

Location: 1412 Trotwood Ave., Ste. 69, Columbia

If you’re able to safely donate, please come by and help us save lives. Your donation makes a difference, especially in emergencies!

Stay safe and thank you for your generosity!

🎵 Today’s Live Music

Sunday, September 29th

TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 1-4 PM
Jim Fox Trio, Amber Falls Winery, 1-5 PM
Stranger Than Fiction, The Rebel, 4 PM
Mary Lou, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM