In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

☀️ Columbia Weather - Sunny w/ high of 62 / low of 52, Wind gusts up to 15 mph

📰 Tennessee Lawmaker Champions Grown in America Act to Support U.S. Farmers

🎉 Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Mulehouse

🐶 Help A Freedom Journey Dog Rescue When You Buy Chipotle on January 4th

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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Upcoming Local Events

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Tuesday, December 31st

• New Year’s Eve at Columbia Elks Lodge #686 - 5:00 PM - 12:30 AM

• Nashville’s New Year’s Eve Big Bash - 5:00 PM

• Day Drinkers New Year’s Eve Party at The Rebel Bar & Grill - 6:00 PM

• New Year’s Eve Bash at Quarter Bandits Arcade - 6:00 - 11:00 PM

• Southern Gospel Singing at Northside Baptist Church - 7:00 PM

• New Year’s Eve at Fozzy’s Bar & Grill - 8:30 PM

• New Year’s Eve Mule Drop in Downtown Columbia - 9:00 PM

• New Year’s Eve w/ Rubik’s Groove at The Mulehouse - 9:00 PM

• New Year’s Eve Bash at The Franklin Factory - 9:00 PM

• Roaring 20’s New Year’s Eve Party at Tenn Pin Alley - 9:30 PM

Wednesday, January 1st

• Vet 2 Vet Meet Up at McCreary’s Irish Pub - 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Thursday, January 2nd

• The Battle of Stones River 162nd Anniversary Living History Event (Murfreesboro) - 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Saturday, January 4th

• Nashville Cars & Coffee - 8:00 AM

• Columbia Farmers Market - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Monster Jam at Bridgestone Arena - 1:00 PM & 6:30 PM

Sunday, January 5th

• Monster Jam at Bridgestone Arena - 1:00 PM

Tennessee Lawmaker Champions Grown in America Act to Support U.S. Farmers

U.S. Representative David Kustoff of Tennessee’s 8th Congressional District recently introduced the Grown in America Act of 2024 (H.R. 10494) in the House of Representatives. The bipartisan bill seeks to bolster the U.S. agricultural sector by providing tax incentives for businesses to prioritize domestic agricultural commodities over foreign imports.

The legislation is cosponsored by Representatives Jim Costa (D-California), David Rouzer (R-North Carolina), Mike Carey (R-Ohio), and Mark Alford (R-Missouri). It has garnered endorsements from the Tennessee Farm Bureau, headquartered in Columbia, and the Ag Investment for America Coalition.

The act aims to enhance the resilience of the U.S. agriculture and food sector, strengthen supply chains, stimulate domestic investment, and reduce dependence on foreign markets. Businesses that utilize agricultural inputs for products intended for human consumption will qualify for the tax credit, provided they source a specific percentage of their agricultural products from U.S. growers.

The eligibility threshold begins at 50% domestic sourcing in the first year and increases by 5% annually, reaching 85% by the eighth year. To address market disruptions, the threshold will be calculated based on a three-year rolling average. The tax credit is determined by multiplying 25% by the ratio of U.S. to non-U.S. agriculture purchases.

The Tennessee Farm Bureau praised the bill for supporting domestic agriculture and enhancing food security, emphasizing the importance of local food production. The Ag Investment for America Coalition also expressed its support, highlighting the benefits of increased supply chain stability, domestic job growth, and economic resilience.

Geopolitical tensions with China and supply chain challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic have underscored the need for a secure and self-reliant U.S. food supply. The Grown in America Act of 2024 seeks to address these vulnerabilities and ensure the long-term competitiveness of American agriculture.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Mulehouse

Dance your way into the NEW YEAR with RUBIKS GROOVE!

This band is your premiere "Outside the Box" 80s, 90s & 00s tribute band – this high energy, character-driven act will take you back to the best era of music with a complete 360 degree interactive experience that includes live music from rock to hip hop, characters, costumes, and videos!

LOUNGE WILL BE OPEN AT 6:00! DOOR is open on left side of venue on 8th street

TICKET OPTIONS:

Dinner ticket:

Buffet brought to you by Loose Wheels and Vida Nova! You can purchase this ticket separately and enjoy your meal anytime from 6:00-8:00! Just show your ticket and we will get you to the buffet and lounge bar!

They will be serving up delicious delicacies from the 80's and a dessert that celebrates Rubiks Groove and the Rubik’s Cube that drove us all insane!

Enjoy no lines and relaxing pre show area downstairs at The Mulehouse! Bar will be open!

• General Admission: standing

• Tables for four are available and first come first serve for location so arrive at 8:00 when doors open!

• Balcony seating - 120 seats available

Balcony Suite is the place to be for the #1 party night of the year! The suite holds 6-8 people comfortably. You have room to stand or there are two high top tables with barstools and a velvet couch available . You also will have your own designated server throughout the evening. Waters provided along with a charcuterie board for you and your guests!

We will have drink specials all night long as you dance the night away!

Bottles of champagne available for $25!

TIMELINE:

6:00 DOWNSTAIRS LOUNGE OPENS

6:00-8:00 BUFFET AVAILABLE WITH TICKET

8:00 MAIN THEATRE DOORS OPEN

9:00 RUBIKS GROOVE PARTY BEGINS!

12:00 MIDNIGHT BALLOON DROP!

12:30 PARTY IS OVER AND WELCOME 2025!

PLEASE NOTE: If you are purchasing tickets on your mobile device, please turn your phone sideways to see full seating options in the balcony.

Age 21 and up event. Under 21 must be accompanied by parent or guardian

For ADA requests, please email [email protected].

Purchase tickets here

Help A Freedom Journey Dog Rescue When You Buy Chipotle on January 4th

On January 4th, 25% of your order will be donated back to A Freedom Journey rescue and we are in desperate need right now. You have to eat right? So eat Chipotle for dinner from 4-8. Don't forget to enter our code for online orders or show this flier at the store!

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🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Monday, December 30th

Alyssa Hart, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM

Tuesday, December 31st

The Deltaz, Puckett's, 5:45-7:45 PM
The Laura Drake Band, The Boondox, 8 PM
The Smokin' Peas, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8 PM-12:30 AM
Rubiks Groove, The Mulehouse, 9 PM

Thursday, January 2nd

Todd Ciprian, Tito's Spring Hill, 6-9 PM
Elana Clement, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM

Friday, January 3rd

Open Mic Night, Grinder's Switch Winery, 7-9 PM
Scott Southworth & The Honky Tonk Anonymous Band, Puckett's, 7:30-9 PM
Wentzel Brothers Band, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Saturday, January 4th

TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 4-7 PM
Herrick, Puckett's, 7:30-9 PM
South Bound Crows, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Sunday, January 5th

TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 1-4 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett's, 6-7:30 PM