Pence bill clears House with Dems support
WASHINGTON — A bill authored by Rep. Greg Pence, R-Indiana, has passed the GOP-controlled House — but with more support from Democrats than Republicans.
Columbus approves tax abatements
Columbus City Council has approved tax abatements for two manufacturers, though council members were split on one of the requests.
First Financial gives $100K for poverty fight
A local bank’s foundation is helping United Way of Bartholomew meet its goal of lifting families out of poverty.
North Vernon attorney wins Statehouse seat
NORTH VERNON — A North Vernon attorney will be a fresh face in the Indiana House of Representatives and also will become one of Indiana’s youngest lawmakers.
Pence far behind frontrunners in fundraising
WASHINGTON — Former Vice President Mike Pence’s presidential campaign and super PAC raised just $3.85 million combined in the second quarter of this year — far below the debut fundraising numbers from other 2024 competitors.
Bring a container: New market to offer refillable products promoting sustainability
A local couple is hoping to make Columbus a little greener, one ounce at a time.
School board approves three-year calendar
Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. has set its schedule for the 2024-25, 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years.
East 25th Street paving ahead of schedule
The repaving of East 25th Street has moved ahead of schedule.
Public comment: BCSC board updates procedures
The Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. board has decided to change some of the practices and structure for its meetings.
Commission OKs housing study funding
The Columbus Redevelopment Commission has approved funding the city’s first housing study in over a decade.
