In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

☁️ Columbia’s Weather - Cloudy w/ High of 83, low of 58

📰 Campbell Lake Closed Until Further Notice Following Fish Health Concerns

🚧 Public Square Street Resurfacing Project Underway 

🗓 List of Upcoming Events

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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

Campbell Lake Closed Until Further Notice Following Fish Health Concerns

Campbell Lake in Mount Pleasant has been closed to the public after low oxygen levels raised concerns about fish health.

Mayor Sheila Butt announced the closure on Sunday, explaining the cause: “As a result of oxygenation, the lake has turned over. Professional Aquatic Specialists will be here to assess and advise our Parks and Recreation Department on how to proceed. Currently, the lake will be closed until further notice.”

Lake turnover is a natural seasonal process where oxygen-poor water from the bottom rises to the surface, while cooler surface water sinks. This can make the water appear murky, release unusual odors, and stress fish as oxygen levels fluctuate.

Campbell Lake, located off Lawrenceburg Highway with access from Clauson Drive, has grown into a favorite fishing and picnic spot in recent years after the county cleared vegetation around the shoreline. The closure is temporary while specialists evaluate next steps.

Public Square Street Resurfacing Project Underway 

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

The resurfacing project on Public Square, including portions of South Main Street, North Main Street, East 7th Street, and West 7th Street, is now officially underway. All work is scheduled overnight only to minimize disruptions to businesses and daytime traffic.

Project Dates: Sunday, August 24 – Thursday, August 28, 2025

Work Hours: Nightly from 9:00 PM – 6:00 AM

No parking allowed in work areas nightly from 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM. Temporary "No Parking" signs will be posted, similar to special event protocols.

Please note: Work is weather-dependent and may finish earlier or later than scheduled.

The City of Columbia thanks you for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve the safety and quality of our downtown streets.

Go here to view the entire paving area or for more info.

Upcoming Local Events

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Monday, August 25th

• Restoration Jail Ministry 3rd Annual BBQ Supper Fund Raiser - 6:00 - 8:00 PM

• Game Night: Brainblast SINGO! at Los Hermanos #2 - 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Tuesday, August 26th

• Network Columbia Business Networking Meet Up at The Factory - 9:00 AM

• Trail Treasures Nature Adventure - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Hampshire Farmer's Market - 3:00 - 6:00 PM

• Women in Business Networking Mixer - 4:30 - 5:30 PM

• LEGO Lab at the Library - 4:30 - 5:30 PM

• Chess Club at Maury County Public Library - 5:00 - 7:00 PM

• Trivia Night at McCreary’s - 7:00 - 8:00 PM

Wednesday, August 27th

• Vet2Vet Meet Up at McCreary’s - 5:30 - 7:00 PM

• Trivia Night at August Sage - 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Thursday, August 28th

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

• Bingo at Columbia Aquatics & Recreation - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

• Young Professionals Lunch & Learn: Caring for Your Mental Health 2.0 - 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

• Video Game Open Play at Aquatics & Rec Center - 2:00 - 5:00 PM

• Maury County Fair Rodeo Night - Gates open at 5:00 PM

• Ladies Night at Muletown Pottery - 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Friday, August 29th

• Maury County Fair Tractor Pull Night - Gates open at 5:00 PM

Saturday, August 30th

• MyDay 5K & 1 Mile Trot at Maury County Park - 8:00 AM

• Columbia Farmers Market - 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Columbia Comic Book & Toy Expo - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• Hidden Gem Farmers Market (Spring Hill) - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

• Maury County Fair (Motocross at Night) - Gates open at 1:00 PM

• Open House Book Signing Event: “Lessons From the Garden: An Illustrated Study of Plants in the Bible” - 2:00 - 3:00 PM

• Nashville SC vs Atlanta - 7:30 PM

Sunday, August 31st

• Broadway Block Party Women’s College Volleyball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena - 11:00 AM

• Maury County Fair (Jump N Run at Night) - Gates open at 3:00 PM

• Singo Bingo at Grinder’s Switch - 2:00 - 3:00 PM

More Events Coming Soon!

📌 Mark Your Calendars…

Aug 28 - Sept 1: Maury County Fair & Expo 
Sept 5-14: Nashville Fair 
Sept 9-13: Americana Fest (Nashville)
Sept 16: Breakfast with the Mayors
Sept 27 - 28: Pilgrimage Music & Heritage Festival

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🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Tuesday, August 26th

Open Mic Night, The Rebel Bar & Grill, 4:45 PM - 7:45 PM
Songwriters Open Mic, Whiskey Alley, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Justen Harden, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Wednesday, August 27th

Austin Byrd, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Vet2Vet Open Mic Night, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Thursday, August 28th

Oliver Pigott, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
The Grove, Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30 - 9:00 PM

Friday, August 29th

TBA, The Spot, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
The Nature Project, Buck & Board, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Open Mic Night, Grinder’s Switch Winery, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Muletown Songwriters Series, The Mulehouse, 7:30 PM
Tom & Robert, McCreary’s Irish Pub, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Late Bloomers, Puckett’s, 7:30 - 9:00 PM
The Velvet Troubadors, Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30 - 9:00 PM
5x5, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 - 11:00 PM

Saturday, August 30th

Ben Daniel, Amber Falls Winery, 3:00 - 7:00 PM
Kamber, Buck & Board, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Shannon & The Harpeth River Boys, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Summer Series, The Bourbon Gospel, 7:30 PM
The Deltaz, Puckett’s, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Resurrection - A Journey Tribute, The Mulehouse, 8:00 PM
Power Play, The Boondox, 8:00 PM 
Downsouth Band, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 - 11:00 PM

Sunday, August 31st

Don Phillips, Amber Falls Winery, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Jacob Frish, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Jay Hoppus, Puckett’s, 6:00 - 7:30 PM