In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

☀️ Columbia’s Tuesday Weather - Sunny w/ high of 57 / low of 40

🎳 Columbia Academy Boys' Bowling Team Wins Second State Title in Three Years

📰 City of Columbia Receives Clean Audit Report

📌 2/1 & 2/15: Two Indoor Muletown Flea Market Days at Columbia Arts Building

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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Upcoming Local Events

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Tuesday, January 28th

• Women in Business Networking Breakfast at Gallery 48 - 8:00 AM

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

• East Columbia Open House Forum - 4:30 - 6:30 PM

Wednesday, January 29th

• Homeschool Day at The Nashville Ballet - 10:00 - 11:30 AM

• Winter Walks at The Armory - 11:00 AM

• Vet 2 Vet Meet Up at McCreary’s Irish Pub - 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Thursday, January 30th

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

• 2025 Maury Alliance Annual Meeting - 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Friday, January 31st

• Winter Walks at The Armory - 11:00 AM

• Karen Mills Comedy Night at The Mulehouse - 7:30 PM

Saturday, February 1st

• Children’s Book Reading With Local Author at BAD Bakery - 10:15 AM

• Indoor Muletown Flea Market at Columbia Arts Building - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

• 39th Annual Maury County Law Enforcement Appreciation Dinner (3019 Cayce Ln) - 6:30 PM

• Harlem Globetrotters at Bridgestone Arena - 7:00 PM

Sunday, February 2nd

• Soup-er Bowl Cook Off at Fozzy’s Bar & Grill - 1:00 PM

Columbia Academy Boys' Bowling Team Wins Second State Title in Three Years

Columbia Academy's boys' bowling team has solidified its place as a powerhouse, winning its second TSSAA Division II state championship in three years after an undefeated 16-0 season. The Bulldogs clinched the title with a 20-7 victory over St. Benedict in the finals at Smyrna Bowling Center. Led by seniors Chandler Butt, Carter Kimes, and Knox Ransom, the team showcased resilience and dedication throughout their high school careers, progressing from state quarterfinalists as freshmen to champions this year.

Entering the tournament as the top seed, Columbia Academy defeated regional rival Father Ryan in the quarterfinals and Memphis University School in the semifinals before securing the championship. Chandler Butt also excelled individually, finishing as state runner-up in the singles competition and contributing to the team's overall success. The Bulldogs' consistent performance and ability to adapt under pressure highlight their commitment to the sport and each other.

City of Columbia Receives Clean Audit Report

From City of Columbia, TN - Government’s post…

The City of Columbia has received a clean audit report for the fiscal year 2024, reflecting another year of strong financial health and responsible management of taxpayer dollars.

Columbia has also maintained its AA+ bond rating and earned 25 consecutive years of the GFOA Excellence in Financial Reporting Award, plus an Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting (PAFR) Award.

Want to dive into the details? The Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) is now available to view! Check it out to see how Columbia continues to manage resources and build a strong financial future for all. 

With a clean audit and a continued commitment to fiscal responsibility, Columbia is on track for even greater success!

2/1 & 2/15: Two Indoor Muletown Flea Market Days at Columbia Arts Building

Muletown Flea is back, and 2025 is looking bright! There are a lot of fun updates to our market this year that we’ll be sharing over the next few weeks — but you can come experience it yourselves starting this weekend! Join us TWICE INDOORS (!!) in February for a super fun market, our tribute to this sweet city we love. 

Saturday, February 1 AND Saturday, February 15, 11am to 4pm

Columbia Arts Building Level 1, 307 W 11th St, Columbia

Gifts for your valentines and galentines, handmade, vintage, and artisan goods from creative vendors, FREE drip coffee from Vida Nova Coffee Lounge

NEW! 👉 A Crafty Kids Corner, to entertain your littles with some heart-themed fun.

The great lineup of vendors will be featured this week, and we’re accepting more! Learn more and apply here.

We’ll see you and all your friends next weekend at the flea!

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Tuesday, January 28th

Justen Harden, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM

Wednesday, January 29th

Kayleigh Matthews, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM
OPEN MIC NIGHT, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM

Thursday, January 30th

Kylie Brown, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito's Spring Hill, 6-9 PM
Neal Pennington, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM

Friday, January 31st

OPEN MIC NIGHT, Grinder's Switch, 6-8 PM
Yonder Grove, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
The Deltaz, Puckett’s, 7:30-9 PM
Tennessee Stills, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Saturday, February 1st

TBA, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 4-7 PM
Boomerang, Puckett’s, 7:30-9 PM
Backlit, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Sunday, February 2nd

TBA, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 1-4 PM
Thomas Waves, The Rebel, 4 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM