Local lawmakers vote for immigration crackdown bill
State lawmakers representing parts of Bartholomew County voted in favor of a bill that would mandate local cooperation with federal immigration crackdowns, brushing aside criticism that the measure would misdirect police resources and was un-Christian.
Council to consider PUD change for shelter
Columbus Plan Commission members have agreed to make way for the new animal care services shelter at the AirPark and expanded commercial possibilities in the area.
FRHC students still have school on Monday
The cold and snowy weather that closed Flat Rock-Hawcreek schools will now have an impact on schedules this month.
Bartholomew County Historical Society hires new executive director
The Bartholomew County Historical Society (BCHS) will be seeing new leadership when Meghan Smith takes over for long-time Executive Director Diane Robbins.
Plan commission members forward ‘favorable’ recommendation for new subdivision
City officials on Wednesday gave initial approval to annex and rezone property in Wayne Township as part of plans for a new subdivision of about 250 homes near a hub of local manufacturing employers.
Columbus resident to release fourth studio album this spring
From his studio on Rocky Ford Road comes the newest album release by producer, recording artist and songwriter Dave Elwert.
City awards bid for Community Crossings road work
The city on Tuesday awarded the bid for a project using state matching funds through a program meant to improve and maintain local roads.
Lululemon to open in March at Indiana Premium Outlets
A new athleisure store is set to open the Indiana Premium Outlets in Edinburgh.
Ferdon presents ‘state of the city’ address with the theme of ‘looking forward’
Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon delivered her remarks on the state of the city for the third time Tuesday night, capping an eventful 2025 and looking towards 2026 as her first term passes the halfway mark.
‘A very difficult time’: United Way agency Family Service to close amid ‘stark financial...
Local leaders say the closure of a decades-old mental health counseling agency in Columbus is a “big loss” for the community and a reflection of an increasingly “fragile environment” for nonprofits nationwide — one that could force other local organizations to close this year.
