Columbus State Opens New Golf Clubhouse
Just 11 months after breaking ground, Columbus State University opened its new Cougar Golf Clubhouse at the Key Golf Studio on Thursday, Nov. 6. The 6,447-square-foot, $3.2 million clubhouse is CSU Athletics’ first major capital project since 2016.
“This facility represents an investment in our students, our golf programs and opportunities we want to create for the next generation of Cougars,” Director of Athletics Justin Hay told a ribbon-cutting crowd that included student-athletes, their parents and coaches, golf alumni and athletics patrons. “We are grateful to everyone whose generosity, vision and hard work made this possible.”
For decades, Columbus State’s Golf Program has been a force in NCAA Division II. In its first 50 years, the program has built an extraordinary legacy, with 35 NCAA appearances, 67 All-American honors and six national championships, while its student-athletes record combined program GPAs of 3.25 or better.
Medford City Council Mulls Potential Minor League Baseball Stadium
Medford City Council will discuss the future of a potential Minor League Baseball stadium and proposed changes to the Public Safety Utility Fee for commercial customers during a special study session next Thursday.
The meeting is open to the public but is for council discussion and potential direction to staff only. As with all study sessions, no decisions or votes will take place, and public comment will not be heard.
The council will hear a presentation on the findings of an analysis examining the cost and feasibility of constructing a multipurpose stadium that meets Minor League Baseball facility standards at Hawthorne Park and at Harry & David Field. The proposal dates back to 2024, when the owners of the Eugene Emeralds approached the city about potentially relocating to Medford.
In June 2026, the council approved a contract of up to $500,000 with KNO Construction, in partnership with DLR Group, to conduct the study. While the analysis evaluated Harry & David Field as a potential location, the site will likely not be advanced for further evaluation due to concerns from the Eugene Emeralds on the suitability of the location.
Construction Manager Chosen for $1B Bridgestone Arena Renovation
Bridgestone Arena just announced its construction manager for its big $1 billion makeover.
The Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena picked JE Dunn Construction as the construction manager for what they’re calling Smashville’s Next Stage: Broadway 2030.
This is set to be a multi-year renovation designed to make the arena a top spot for fans, performers and athletes while also making it even more connected to downtown and Broadway.
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