City opens bids for Community Crossings road work
City officials on Tuesday opened bids for a project using state matching funds through a program meant to improve and maintain local roads.
Jackson could be released in 2037; seeks to appeal sentence
The Indiana Department of Correction has set the earliest potential release date for former Columbus Township Trustee Ben Jackson, while his attorney and prosecutors are seeking to clarify his right to appeal his 28-year prison sentence.
Last call for candidates: Filing to wrap up Friday for 2026 primary
With just a couple days remaining to file for the 2026 primary, far fewer races are contested so far this year than in the previous two midterm cycles.
CFD continues monitoring process for possible diesel contamination near two stations
City officials on Tuesday amended a contract originally signed in September to continue testing for possible diesel contamination near two Columbus Fire Department stations.
Doty granted new March trial date
JENNINGS COUNTY — A Jennings County judge has moved up the trial against a teenager accused of raping a special needs student on a school bus last year.
Salvation Army hopes to raise remaining $50,000 from Red Kettle fundraiser goal
The Salvation Army of Columbus is looking for the community’s help after coming up short in their Christmas Red Kettle fundraising goal.
Parkside students gift worker with a special birthday surprise
Parkside Elementary students earlier this month went the extra mile to show school-wide appreciation for a regular visitor who keeps the soda machine well-stocked.
Commissioners approve maintenance contract for voting system
County officials on Monday morning approved an agreement that will support the county’s voting system over the next four years.
County approves purchasing new vehicles for sheriff’s office
The Bartholomew County Commissioners Monday approved the purchase of five new vehicles for the sheriff’s department and backed a request to outfit those as well as another just purchased in December.
Hope the groundhog hopeful for early spring this year
HOPE — Against a snowy backdrop and frigid air at Hope’s town square, Hope the groundhog made her prediction at Main Street of Hope’s 13th annual Groundhog Day celebration Monday morning. She did not see her shadow, so an early spring is hopefully on the way.
