Local Democrats say letters meant to ‘intimidate’ party
The Bartholomew County Democratic Party has reported to police that at least two of its members, including the local party chair, have received letters...
City negotiates with Meridiam on internet infrastructure
Columbus is considering partnering with a company on creating the necessary infrastructure to bring high-speed internet to more than 80% of local residences.
The Columbus...
Turning Point leader retiring
Turning Point Domestic Violence Services board has announced that President Lisa Shafran will retire effective Dec. 31.
Whittney Loyd has been named as her successor...
Local documentary makes Heartland Film Festival
A mini-documentary film done by a Columbus duo featuring local residents talking about racial justice will be part of the prestigious, Indianapolis-based Heartland Film...
City seeks permits on new wells
Columbus City Utilities is preparing to add four new water wells to its well field.
According to a notice from the Indiana Department of Environmental...
NexusPark: City approves consulting contract
The city of Columbus has contracted with Tobi Herron with Inspire Motives LLC for work on a grant application, as well as some fundraising...
ON THE TO DO LIST: BCSC planning major capital projects
Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. is gearing up to spend $23 million on a variety of capital projects to improve its facilities.
“We’re excited,” said director...
Local man arrested after standoff
Staff Reports
Columbus police arrested a wanted man on several charges after a short standoff in Columbus on Friday afternoon.
Shortly before 3 p.m., CPD officers...
Going For Goal / Ely siblings will look to win sectional titles for their...
Soccer siblings K.J. and Boston Ely have both collected conference titles for their respective schools, and they’re both hungry for more before the season...
Deputies locate driver of vehicle involved in accident
Staff Reports
Bartholomew County Sheriff deputies arrested a Shelbyville driver after receiving a 911 call about an accident in the area of County Roads 700N...
