Columbia to Unveil First Safe Haven Baby Box on October 1

Issue #570

September 30, 2025

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

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📰 Columbia to Unveil First Safe Haven Baby Box on October 1 

📰 Columbia Welcomes New Firefighters & Police Officers

📌 10/1 - 4: Fall Fun at Fernwood

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

✨ LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 👉 This Korean Restaurant in Columbia Is Worth Every Bite—Here’s What to Try

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Columbia to Unveil First Safe Haven Baby Box on October 1

On Wednesday, October 1st, at 3:30pm at Fire Station Number 1, located at 1000 South Garden Street, the Columbia Fire & Rescue, City of Columbia officials, Junior League of Maury County representatives, Safe Haven Baby Box representatives, and community partners will unveil Columbia’s first Safe Haven Baby Box.

The Safe Haven Baby Box is part of Tennessee’s Safe Haven Law, which allows parents to safely surrender unharmed newborns at designated facilities without fear of prosecution.

The Baby Box provides an anonymous and secure option for parents in crisis, with advanced safety mechanisms that alert medical personnel immediately when a baby is placed inside.

Columbia Welcomes New Firefighters & Police Officers

Help us Congratulate the newest graduates from The Tennessee Law Enforcement Academy to our ranks. From left to right, Ofc. Kyle Sheeder (Sgt. Trent Thomson), Ofc. Andrew Lucas, Ofc. Ryan Mounce (Cpt. Josh Davis), Ofc. James Agee, Ofc. Elijah Williams, and Ofc. Jordan Cornwell. These six men successfully completed 12 weeks of rigorous training and are now preparing to serve our community. Congratulations Gentlemen!

***Remember to join the Columbia Police Department at their CommUnity event today from 5-7 PM!!

The City of Columbia is proud to celebrate the achievements of five young men who have successfully completed Columbia Fire & Rescue Tennessee’s Recruit Academy! After undergoing extensive training, these recruits have emerged stronger and prepared to serve the community.

Congratulations to Recruit Class 2025-02: Chase Hickman, Blain Kilburn, Colton O'Cain, Ethan Pitton, Zachary Vandeventer

10/1 - 4: Fall Fun at Fernwood

Come join us for 4 full days of everything fall. This FREE event includes a Scavenger Hunt, Corn Maze, Face Painting, Games, and Gift Bags for the Kiddos; a chance to win Fernwood Gift Cards for the Adults; and pumpkins, mums, and fall decor available for anyone to purchase!

Wed.- Fri. 8am to 5pm and Sat. 8am to 4pm. Gather the Crew and come on out to join in the fun!

Upcoming Local Events

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Tuesday, September 30th

Wednesday, October 1st

Thursday, October 2nd

Friday, October 3rd

Saturday, October 4th

Sunday, October 5th

📌 Mark Your Calendars…

Oct 11: Columbia Fall Fest
Oct 11: Whole Hog Festival

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🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Thursday, October 2nd

Todd Ciprian, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Chords for a Cause, The Mulehouse, 7:00 PM
Jordan Priest, Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30 – 9:00 PM

Friday, October 3rd

TBA, The Spot: Burgers & Beers, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Tommy Wheatley, Buck & Board, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Mike Peters, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Josh Keas & Roxy, Grinder’s Switch Winery, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Scott Southwest & The Honky Tonk Anonymous Band, Puckett’s, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Ministry of Fun, Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30 – 9:00 PM

Saturday, October 4th

Crossbridges, Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, 3:00 – 7:00 PM
Andy Ross Band, The Rebel Bar & Grill, 4:00 PM
Bethany Trainer, Buck & Board, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Tom Saffell & Robert Johnson, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Rett Stocstill & The Ministry of Fun, Twisted Copper Brewing Company, 7:00 – 10:00 PM
The Heels, Puckett’s, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Fall Series, The Bourbon Gospel, 7:30 PM

Sunday, October 5th

Braise Killen, Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

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