Columbia 101 Returns: Get an Inside Look at Your City Government

Issue #357

18 Feb

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

❄️ Columbia’s Tuesday Weather - Snow showers w/ high of 29 & low of 15

📰 Columbia 101 Returns: Get an Inside Look at Your City Government

📰 TDOT Prepares For MORE Potholes

👉 Maury County Public Schools Closed on Wednesday

👉 Snow Day Camp at Discovery Gym Available Wednesday For Kids Ages 4-11

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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Upcoming Local Events

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Wednesday, February 19th

Thursday, February 20th

Friday, February 21st

Saturday, February 22nd

Columbia 101 Returns: Get an Inside Look at Your City Government

The City of Columbia is excited to announce the return of Columbia 101, an interactive program designed to connect residents with local government and community services. Following a successful inaugural session in the Fall of 2024, Columbia 101 is now accepting applications for its second installment taking place on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 and Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

Columbia 101 is constructed to educate and engage participants in the workings of local government by offering a behind-the-scenes look at city operations. Over two consecutive days, participants will start each morning at City Hall before engaging with all 12 city departments and touring select municipal facilities, such as the Police and Public Works Departments.

“Columbia 101 is about fostering an informed and engaged community,” said Mayor Chaz Molder. “We want to provide residents with a deeper understanding of how their city operates and the many ways they can contribute to its success.

The enthusiasm and participation we saw in the first session were inspiring, and I look forward to seeing even more citizens take part in this unique experience.”

A Fall 2024 participant shared their experience, saying, “Columbia 101 allowed for an in-depth look into what keeps Columbia thriving. Seeing the faces, meeting the people, and visiting the facilities behind those processes helped me see how I can be a better citizen and how important it is to work together as a member of the Columbia team.”

Applications for Columbia 101 are available now and will close on Friday, March 14th at 4:00 PM. The program is open to all City of Columbia and Maury County residents and is held twice per year. There is a $25 program fee for all accepted applicants, which covers program costs, including food and transportation.

City Manager Tony Massey emphasized the program’s importance, stating, “Providing opportunities for residents to engage with their local government is a priority for the City of Columbia. Columbia 101 is an excellent way for citizens to gain firsthand knowledge about city services and become more involved in their community.”

Lexi Dearborn, Program Director, added, “We are eager to bring Columbia 101 back for another session and build on the excitement from the Fall. This program is a fantastic way for residents to connect, learn, and take an active role in shaping Columbia’s future.”

Columbia 101 applications are available here or at the reception desk on the 3rd floor of City Hall.

Follow the City of Columbia on Facebook and Instagram at “CityofColumbiaTN” for updates. For questions, please contact Lexi Dearborn at [email protected].

TDOT Prepares For MORE Potholes

When there’s snow… there’s a fresh batch of potholes… and TDOT is preparing to for the pothole patrol. How do potholes form? This graphic below might help you appreciate what goes into making them so annoying 🙄

To report a pothole for repair, you can either fill out an online Maintenance Request form, or call the TDOT Road Repair Hotline at 833-TDOTFIX (836-8349). Be sure to note the exact location including the route, mile marker, and any nearby cross streets or interchanges.

If drivers hit a pothole and experience damage to their vehicle, they may submit a damage claim. Claims are investigated on a case-by-case basis through the Tennessee Department of Treasury. For more information about what is required please see the FAQ section below.

Maury County Public Schools Closed on Wednesday

Due to inclement weather, all Maury County Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, February 19. Twelve-month employees should report.

The Boys & Girls Clubs will be open at the following locations:
Wayne Street
8th Street
Marvin Wright Elementary
Mt. Pleasant Elementary

Snow Day Camp at Discovery Gym Available Wednesday For Kids Ages 4-11

No school Tomorrow, February 19th in Maury County!! We have availability for our Day Camp!

Sign up online at discoverygym.com using via parent portal account! ONLY $37~ 7:30am-5:30pm

Non members will need to create an account!

This event is designed for ages 4-11. All children must be independently potty-trained to attend.

Reservations should be made in advance and must be paid in full at the time of reservation. Space is limited!

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Wednesday,  February 19th

Taylor Hughes, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM

Thursday, February 20th

Jack Propst, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito's Spring Hill, 6-9  PM
An Evening of Bluegrass & Country, The Mulehouse, 7:30 PM
Andy  Liter & Ryan Sauls, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM

Friday, February 21st

Golden Soul Revue, Grinder's Switch, 6-8 PM
Tom Saffell & Robert Johnson, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Eastern Dreamers, Puckett’s, 7:30-9 PM
End of the Line (Allman Brothers Tribute), The Mulehouse, 8 PM
Smokin' Peas, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM
Rayla Ray, The Boondox, 8-11 PM

Saturday, February 22nd

We The Kingdom, Worldwide Stages (Night of Hope), 6-8 PM
Los San Patricios, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Steve Dorff, The Mulehouse, 7:30 PM
The Deltaz, Puckett’s, 7:30-9 PM
Zone Status, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM
Boomerang, The Boondox, 8-11 PM

Sunday, February 23rd

Adeline Csontos, Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, 12:30-3:30 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM
Jacob Frish, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 4-7 PM

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