36th annual Fountain City Classic brings together community for plenty of fun

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Fountain City Classic parade returned Saturday for the first time in three years as people attended events tied to the 36th annual Fountain City Classic game between the Albany State Golden Rams and the Fort Valley State Wildcats.People have attended events leading up to the game all week. On Saturday, they also attended the parade and tailgated throughout the day.The Fountain City Classic is an event that alumni, students and the city of Columbus look forward to every year. Each year, the Albany State Rams and the Fort Valley State Wildcats play each other for bragging rights.The Fountain City Classic Committee brought back the parade this year after three years.“I am excited. I’m glad that they brought it back. It’s something for us to do here in the Tri-City area,” said Renita Clemons, a Columbus resident.Hundreds of people lined the streets early Saturday morning to watch the parade. Several shared their favorite part of the experience.“The band, the girl