Community character on display after car accident
One important measure of a community is how well it helps its people in times of need.
Based on the support given...
Fire hydrant audit good step for area public safety
FIREFIGHTERS need to know when they are responding to a fire whether they have a fire hydrant nearby, where it is and if it...
Quick takes – February 14th
Super event
One of the hottest tickets in town every year returned last weekend as more than 2,000 people took in Super...
Awareness needed about dangers of air guns
Air guns are not toys. If local children and teens don’t understand this soon, something tragic could happen.
Unfortunately, this message still...
Vaccination remains best defense vs. measles virus
Unlike several states, Indiana has had no reported cases of measles this year. But that’s no reason to lower our guard.
More...
Vigilance needed with stop-arm regulations
When a school bus stops, its lights begin flashing and a red stop arm extends from the side, do you know what to do?...
Departments’ use of web, social media beneficial
Local law enforcement today is far more than road patrols, sidearms and handcuffs. Now their tools involve posts and likes and tweets and hashtags.
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Residents have right to be fully informed about budget, actions
In a democracy, it is vital that citizens be fully informed about what their elected and appointed officials are doing. Without that information, open...
Still time to help with United Way donation
Generosity is one of the great characteristics of Bartholomew County residents. Just ask the local United Way agency.
Donations by residents and...
Cummins profits from move to stick with project
Patience and perseverance are two qualities Cummins Inc. exhibited during a challenging time.
The engine company and the Columbus community are benefiting...
