Top Story Topical Alert Tips for staying safe during Columbus’ Fourth of July festivities Terri Pederson Jun 30, 2026 Jun 30, 2026 Updated 5 hrs ago 0 × USA Today - Vertical Essential safety tips for buying, handling, and watching fireworks to ensure a safe celebration. 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NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN Columbus boys basketball's Peyton Powers, right, lines up a 3-pointer during Tuesday's Capitol Conference matchup against Lake Mills. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN The Columbus boys basketball team huddles during the second half of its Capitol Conference matchup with Lake Mills on Tuesday. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN Lake Mills boys basketball's Tyler Wollin pump fakes two Columbus defenders during the Capitol Conference rivals matchup Tuesday. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN Lake Mills boys basketball's Brady Benish shoots a 3-pointer during the first half against Columbus on Tuesday. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN Columbus boys basketball's Jonny Cotter prepares to shoot a free throw during the first half against Lake Mills on Tuesday. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN Lake Mills boys basketball's Ashton Winger drives baseline during Tuesday's Capitol Conference matchup against Columbus. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN Columbus boys basketball's Sam Powers pulls up for a baseline jumper during Tuesday's Capitol Conference matchup against Lake Mills. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN Columbus boys basketball's Peyton Powers shoots a baseline floater during Tuesday's Capitol Conference matchup against Lake Mills. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN Columbus boys basketball's Owen Hacht defends Lake Mills' Tyler Wollin during a game on Tuesday. NILE MCNAIR, LEE SPORTS WISCONSIN 0 Comments Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Terri Pederson Author facebook Author twitter Author email Follow Terri Pederson Close Get email notifications on {{subject}} daily! Your notification has been saved. 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