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Columbia, Spring Hill, Mt. Pleasant Leaders Outline Progress and Challenges at Annual Breakfast

Issue #560

September 18, 2025

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

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📰 Columbia, Spring Hill, Mt. Pleasant Leaders Outline Progress and Challenges at Annual Breakfast

📰 Street Paving Update: Recently Completed Roads

🗓 List of Upcoming Events
 
🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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

Columbia, Spring Hill, Mt. Pleasant Leaders Outline Progress and Challenges at Annual Breakfast

Cooperation and shared priorities were at the forefront of the 2025 Breakfast with the Mayors, held Sept. 16 at The Memorial Building in downtown Columbia. The annual event, hosted by the Maury County Chamber and Economic Alliance, brought together leaders from Columbia, Spring Hill, Mt. Pleasant, and Maury County to discuss growth, challenges, and opportunities across the region.

Maury County Mayor Sheila Butt opened the event by acknowledging the recent death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, announcing that the county will host a vigil in his memory at 6:00 PM Sunday on the Maury County Courthouse steps. She also highlighted countywide goals, including refining the urban growth boundary and implementing updated zoning ordinances that will shape how land is used in the years to come.

Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder focused on the city’s $120 million in infrastructure and investment projects, including the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant, resurfacing more than 28 miles of roads, and the city’s acquisition of the Columbia Aquatics and Recreation Center.

Spring Hill Mayor Matt Fitterer pointed to progress on long-awaited initiatives such as the widening of U.S. Highway 31 and the addition of battlefield land at Rippavilla Plantation. He credited public/private partnerships as being central to many of the city’s achievements, from a new police station to ongoing roadway projects.

Mt. Pleasant Mayor Bill White highlighted strides in revitalizing downtown, industrial growth in the Cherry Glen business district, road improvements, and plans for a new public library.

Alongside accomplishments, mayors also acknowledged challenges. Spring Hill continues to grapple with sewer capacity issues, which have slowed new development. Mt. Pleasant has worked to address significant water system leaks, while Columbia faces ongoing needs for affordable housing and expanded opportunities for small businesses.

Despite these hurdles, the mayors emphasized that collaboration among municipalities will remain key as Maury County navigates its rapid growth and works to maintain quality of life for residents.

Street Paving Update: Recently Completed Roads 

From the City of Columbia TN - Government’s post today…

The City of Columbia’s largest-ever paving project is progressing—resurfacing 28 miles of city-maintained roads through a $4.5 million investment to improve local infrastructure. Roads were selected based on a comprehensive assessment that utilized advanced technology and machine learning to evaluate pavement conditions and prioritize those in most critical need.

If your street isn’t included in this year’s paving project, it may be:

-Scheduled for upcoming utility work
-Set to receive curb, drainage, or sidewalk upgrades first
-In lower priority based on overall condition

Public Works continues daily road maintenance, repairing 20–35 potholes using up to 2 tons of asphalt.

Report city potholes: 931-388-8650

Report state road issues: 833-TDOTFIX or visit here.

The city also shared this today…

The resurfacing of James Campbell Boulevard, a state-maintained route, is currently underway. The City of Columbia is grateful to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) @my_tdot for their work in improving this vital roadway that runs through the heart of Columbia.

At the same time, the City is nearing completion of the largest city street paving project in its history, with 22.65 miles out of 28 miles already complete.

The City also thanks the dedicated @columbia_public_works crew, who provide daily road maintenance by repairing 20–35 potholes each day and using up to 2 tons of asphalt to keep local streets safe and smooth.

Upcoming Local Events

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Thursday, September 18th

Friday, September 19th

Saturday, September 20th

Sunday, September 21st

MORE EVENTS COMING SOON!

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🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Thursday, September 18th

Rhonda Funk, Puckett’s, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Natasia Greycloud, Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30 – 9:00 PM

Friday, September 19th

Shannon McCue, The Spot: Burgers & Beers, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Josh Hastick, Buck & Board, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Don McKinnon, Grinder’s Switch Winery, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Tom Saffell & Robert Johnson, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Austin Gray, Puckett’s, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
The Grove Trio, Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Carter Elliot, Grazie Italian Eatery, 7:30 – 9:30 PM
Downsouth Band, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 – 11:00 PM

Saturday, September 20th

Josh Shurden Music, Puckett’s, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Grasskickers, Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, 3:00 – 7:00 PM
The Velvet Troubadours, Buck & Board, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Josh Hunt, Twisted Copper Brewing Company, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
The Nature Project, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Summer Series, The Bourbon Gospel, 7:30 PM
Troy Castelland, Puckett’s, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Hannah Clair, Grazie Italian Eatery, 7:30 – 9:30 PM
Nkahootz, The Boondox, 8:00 PM
L’80s Night, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 - 11:00 PM

Sunday, September 21st

Jay Rin, Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, 1:00 - 5:00 PM

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