Columbus had plenty to celebrate this week, with two uplifting community events drawing residents together along the riverfront and beyond.
The Columbus riverfront was the setting for Parking Lot Praise, a community gathering centered on music, ministry, and unity. The outdoor event brought people together for a shared experience of worship and fellowship, adding a joyful note to the city’s vibrant riverfront scene.
Meanwhile, Columbus also played host to the Miss Georgia 2026 scholarship competition, which was underway in the city this week. The pageant, which doubles as a scholarship program, showcases talented young women from across the state competing for academic awards and the chance to represent Georgia on a larger stage. Holding the competition in Columbus puts a spotlight on the Chattahoochee Valley as a destination for statewide events.
Together, the two events reflect a community that knows how to come together — whether through faith-filled music on the riverfront or the excitement of a statewide scholarship competition.
