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Firefighters Spend 2 Hours Battling Barn Blaze Possibly Sparked by Lightning

Issue #482

June 30, 2025

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

⛈️ Columbia’s Weather - Thunderstorms w/ high of 87 & low of 72

🚒 Firefighters Spend 2 Hours Battling Barn Blaze Possibly Sparked by Lightning

📰 Columbia Receives Special Census Certification with 17.26% increase since 2020

🇺🇸 July 4th: First Fridays Downtown Event & Maury County Fireworks Display

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

👉 Your Guide to Summer Camps & Kids Activities in July! 

🗓 Know of Some Local Events Not Listed? Send us the Details!

Firefighters Spend 2 Hours Battling Barn Blaze Possibly Sparked by Lightning

From Maury County Fire Department’s post…

On Saturday at 4:01 PM units responded to a reported barn fire on Dry Creek Rd. Responding units: Engines 21 & 22, Tankers 21 & 26, Brush 22 & 26, Safety 20, Deputy 20. Mount Pleasant Ladder 82 responded on automatic aid.

Units arrived to find a large pole barn with hay bales and other contents on fire. A split lay was performed by Engines 21 & 22 and 1200’ of supply line was laid from the roadway where tankers would supply the attack engine. Units operated for over two hours to extinguish and overhaul the barn.

No injuries were reported and initial indications of a lightning strike possibly caused the fire. Special thanks to Mount Pleasant Fire for their response and hard work throughout the incident.

Columbia Receives Special Census Certification with 17.26% increase since 2020

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

The State of Tennessee has officially certified the City of Columbia’s Special Census, confirming a new population of 48,885—a 17.26% increase since the 2020 Census.

As a result, the City will receive approximately $1.3 million in additional state funding annually over the next five years to support key areas such as infrastructure, public safety, healthcare, and community development.

Conducting the special census was a reflection of the City’s proactive approach to planning, helping Columbia secure resources for sustainable growth and continued success.

July 4th: First Fridays Downtown Event & Maury County Fireworks Display

Get ready for a red, white, and blue celebration at Columbia Main Street’s First Fridays, featuring the theme “Stars and Stripes!” 

We’re so excited to celebrate Independence Day with our community, and we invite you to come together for a fun-filled evening of patriotic spirit!

What to Expect:

Bike Parade (decorate your bikes, wagons, and scooters in red, white, and blue!)

Patriotic live music

All-American food trucks and local vendors

Late-night shopping with downtown merchants

Fun for the whole family to celebrate together

Street Closures: Experience a vibrant downtown atmosphere as we deck the streets in festive spirit, perfect for family photos and fun walks!

Stars & Stripes Celebration 

Join us for the most patriotic night of the year! The bike parade kicks things off—decorate your bikes, scooters, and wagons in your best stars-and-stripes gear and ride through the heart of downtown! After the parade, stick around to shop, enjoy delicious food, and get in the spirit of independence.

Maury County Park Fireworks Display 

When the sun sets, head to Maury County Park before 9 pm to catch the spectacular 4th of July fireworks display that will light up the night sky!

Location: 1018 Maury County Park Dr.

Fireworks will launch from the top of the hill around 9PM, with plenty of great spots to spread a blanket and enjoy the show. Bring snacks, bring friends, and tune your radio to 87.9 FM for the synchronized soundtrack!

Reminder: Personal fireworks aren’t allowed in the park! We’ve got the big booms covered, so you can relax and enjoy the view.

Weather note: We always do our best to launch the fireworks, even if there’s a slight weather delay – so hang tight and keep an eye on the sky.

Upcoming Local Events

🗓 Have an event to add? Send us the Details!

Monday, June 30th

Tuesday, July 1st

Wednesday, July 2nd

Thursday, July 3rd

Friday, July 4th

Saturday, July 5th

Sunday, July 6th

📌 Mark Your Calendars…

July 12: Maury County Sheriff’s Rodeo
July 26: The Awaken House 1 Year Birthday Party
Aug 28 - Sept 1: Maury County Fair & Expo 

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Monday, June 30th

Matt Marinchick, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Tuesday, July 1st

Justen Harden, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Songwriters Open Mic, Whiskey Alley, 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Wednesday, July 2nd

Austin Byrd, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Thursday, July 3rd

Songwriters Round w/ George Forbis, Faith Groves & Lillie Kolich, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00-9:00 PM
Second Chance Bluegrass, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday, July 4th

Live Music, The Spot, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Cross Bridges, Puckett’s, 7:30 - 9:00 PM 
Cord Martin, The Mulehouse, 7:30 PM
Kiersi Joli, Grinder’s Switch, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday, July 5th

Cross Bridges, Amber Falls Winery, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Howlin Embers, Puckett’s, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Domine, The Mulehouse, 8:00 PM 
Tom Saffell & Robert Johnson, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sunday, July 6th

Bronwen Fair, Amber Falls Winery, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Little Secret, The Rebel Bar & Grill, 4:00 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM

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