Man surrenders after standoff with Columbus Police

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A local man surrendered to Columbus police after a standoff in the 4600 block of Breckenridge Drive that started over a dispute with a neighbor.

James E. Bowling, 40, Columbus, was arrested on a preliminary charge of resisting law enforcement, said Lt. Matt Harris, Columbus Police Department spokesman.

Police were sent to Breckenridge Drive at about 7 p.m. on a complaint that a man had been beating on a neighbor’s door and threatening him, Harris said. The neighbor said the man was accusing him of letting the air out of one of his vehicle tires.

Officers were called back to the residence shortly after 8 p.m. when the man claimed someone had punctured and deflated another tire on his vehicle. The man asked officers to stay until the vehicle could be towed.

Officers then attempted to talk with Bowling who was standing nearby in his yard, Harris said. Bowling fled on foot into his home and later threatened multiple times to blow up his house and to shoot officers. He later surrendered peacefully.

For more on this story, see Saturday’s Republic.

Woman, 86, escapes kitchen fire

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November 18, 2016

A smoke alarm activation provided early warning, allowing a Columbus woman to safely escape her California Street home following an accidental cooking fire.

Columbus firefighters were called to 812 California St. at about 8:35 p.m. Thursday, according to a news release. They found a single-story residence with smoke coming from the interior of the home.

Firefighters entering the home and spotted fire between an electric range and a refrigerator, the release said. It was quickly extinguished with a minimal amount of water.

Homeowner Jeannine Lear, 86, who was preparing to cook food on the stove top and had gone to another area of the home, was not injured.

See Saturday’s Republic for more details.

High school scoreboard – November 18

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GIRLS BASKETBALL

Columbus East 42, East Central 39

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East Central (3-1): Logan Cox 1 0-0 2, Hayley Tippitt 0 0-0 0, Hannah Schloemer 0 2-4 2, Alex Disbro 0 0-0 0, Courtney Robbins 7 7-10 22, Abby Koch 0 0-0 0, Corryn Caudy 3 4-6 11, Alyssa Robben 0 2-2 2, Audrey Vogelgesang 0 0-0 0. Totals: 11 15-22 39.

Columbus East (2-1): Karli Reynolds 1 2-2 4, Claire Cunningham 2 0-0 4, Addy Galarno 4 1-3 10, Britney Ballard 3 1-2 8, Kary Horner 1 0-0 3, Lauren Meade 0 0-0 0, Sarah Park 1 0-0 2, Kristen Lyons 4 3-4 11, Korin Humes 0 0-0 0. Totals: 16 7-11 42.

3-point goals: East Central 2 (Robbins, Caudy); Columbus East 3 (Galarno, Ballard, Horner).

BCSC Superintendent’s statement on respecting others

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November 18, 2016

TO: All Stakeholders of the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation

RE: Respect, Fairness and Trust for ALL

The results of the recent Presidential election have inspired a myriad of reactions and behaviors within our local community and local schools. In the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation, some of these reactions have included remarks and behaviors that are particularly hurtful to many members of our student body and compromise our efforts to provide a welcoming and diverse learning culture of respect, fairness and trust for all.

Our school system will not tolerate actions that demonstrate a lack of understanding and respect for our differences. Evidence of our commitment to addressing these situations is easily found as our building administrators and staff members have been diligent in their efforts to communicate expectations, provide counsel to those in need, and deliver corrective measures as warranted.

We will continue this diligence to ensure that all students feel safe and secure within the confines of our school buildings. In order to maximize the effectiveness of our actions, we ask that students and families report any concern to the teacher or school administrator closest to the issue so that it can be immediately addressed.

In addition, we request the contributions of all stakeholders in the community in order to most effectively assist with the raw feelings that currently exist. Regardless of our political leanings, it is imperative that we address each other in a civil manner, openly communicate, and actively demonstrate respect and appreciation.

We are thankful for the support and collaborative nature of this community as we work to guarantee an environment that is inclusive and accepting of all people.

Jim Roberts

Superintendent

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation

Time to deck the (City) Hall

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November 18, 2016

The city’s official Christmas tree made its way to Columbus City Hall on Thursday morning, following a longtime tradition that kicks off the holiday season.

Each year, the city asks local residents to consider donating a tree from their property to be placed in front of City Hall. This year’s tree came from the home of Mark and Dawn Selig, who live along Glendale Drive, after public works director Bryan Burton approached the couple to ask if they’d be interested in donating their 20-foot-tall spruce.

Mark Selig, who works as a mechanic in the city’s parks department, said the spruce was planted in front of their home in December 1994 and was the couple’s last Christmas tree at their previous Columbus residence.

“That tree’s been here longer than the house,” Selig said.

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Dawn Selig said she initially had mixed feelings about donating the tree, which has a 14-foot diameter at the base, but came around to the idea.

“Everybody will be able to enjoy it,” she said. “It’s an honor.”

The Seligs stood outside their home taking photos as the tree was cut down and lifted by a crane onto the bed of a city truck.

Burton said the process of selecting official Christmas trees is challenging.

Recognizing that there are few perfect trees, Burton said the process involves making sure one is tall enough and has a good appearance as well.

Identifying potential donor trees is a lengthy process, something he works on year-round, Burton said. This year, Burton said he considered at least a dozen different trees.

“We usually try to find something with a story behind it,” Burton said.

More than a dozen people helped transport the Seligs’ tree to City Hall, where they fit it into the city’s tree stand.

“It’s a big relief when the tree’s standing there,” Burton said.

The tree will be decorated starting Monday, although the city will not be have an official lighting ceremony this year. Tree lights and displays will be lit starting Nov. 25.

Instead of having a second Christmas tree at The Commons this year, residents will find a Santa house there, said Mary Ferdon, the city’s executive director of administration and community development.

Santa will be available Dec. 10 and 17 at The Commons from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., as well as during the downtown “Not So Silent Night” event from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15, she said.

29th Street paving to disrupt traffic today

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November 18, 2016

Milestone Contractors will be milling and paving 29th Street today between Foxpointe Drive and Foxridge Drive on the city’s northeast side.

The city of Columbus engineering department warns that the road, at times, will be impassable, asking motorists to plan accordingly.

Regional Hospital, Police – November 18

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JENNINGS COUNTY

Arrests

Monday

Thomas Burton, 28, North Vernon, two bench warrants, 10:12 a.m., by the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, $2,110 bond.

Gregory Dean, 33, North Vernon, three bench warrants, 11:56 a.m., by the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, $3,815 bond.

Christen Ferguson, 32, Madison, bench warrant, 7:54 p.m., by the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, $2,605 bond.

Tuesday

Trevor Dilk, 46, North Vernon, failure to appear, 9:15 a.m., by the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, $1,155 bond.

Clifton Cornett, 34, North Vernon, parole violation, 1:40 p.m., by the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, no bond.

Jason Farris, 35, Commiskey, warrant, 2:53 p.m., by the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, no bond.

Incidents

Monday

8:29 a.m. — Fraud in the area of North State Street.

1:11 p.m. — Property damage in the 700 block of Woodfield Court.

2:42 p.m. — Possibly intoxicated individual on Norris Avenue.

7:44 p.m. — Disturbance in the 300 block of Brookside Place.

9:35 p.m. — Threats reported in the 100 block of West Baker Street.

9:58 p.m. — Disturbance in the 700 block of North Madison Avenue.

9:59 p.m. — Property-damage accident in the 1600 block of West Middle School Road.

Tuesday

7:30 a.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of State Road 7 and State Road 750.

7:40 a.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of North State and West Walnut streets.

3:41 p.m. — Theft reported in the 500 block of Hayden Pike.

4:29 p.m. — Leaving the scene of an accident in the 1200 block of North State Street.

11:14 p.m. — Fraud in the area of North State Street.

Local Police, Fire – November 18

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EDITOR’S NOTE: The following information was summarized from the records of city, county and state police and fire and hospital agencies.

Arrests

Monday

Jeremiah E. Crawley, 38, Trafalgar, Bartholomew County warrant, 4:42 p.m., by the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department, held in lieu of $10,000 bond.

Casandra N. Kreinhagen, 41, Seymour, driving while suspended with prior conviction, 4:44 p.m., by the Columbus Police Department, released on $5,000 bond.

Fire, medic runs

Tuesday

11:51 a.m. — Injury in the 100 block of Hitchcock Court.

1:54 p.m. — Injury in the 3600 block of North National Road.

2:11 p.m. — Structure fire in the 5400 block of 25th Street.

2:26 p.m. — Unconscious person at the intersection of 22nd and Maple streets.

4:28 p.m. — Injury in the 6800 block of West Deaver Road.

11:07 p.m. — Injury in the 6100 block of East Meadow Ridge Road.

Incidents

Monday

5:57 p.m. — Property-damage accident in the 7300 block of East 25th Street.

6:39 p.m. — Battery in the 1000 block of Phoenix Court.

8:15 p.m. — Property-damage accident in the 8500 block of South State Road 58.

8:49 p.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of North County Road 600E and East County Road 600N.

Tuesday

1:29 a.m. — Theft reported in the 2000 block of Merchants Mile.

7:31 a.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of Miami and Flintwood drives.

8:32 a.m. — Theft reported in the 500 block of Pence Street.

10:09 a.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of Third Street and Central Avenue.

10:19 a.m. — Theft reported in the 2900 block of South County Road 300E.

10:59 a.m. — Shoplifting in the 2000 block of Merchants Mile.

11:00 a.m. — Fraud in the 1100 block of Quail Run Drive.

12:05 p.m. — Theft reported in the 6200 block of South International Drive.

1:21 p.m. — Theft reported in the 1800 block of 25th Street.

1:26 p.m. — Theft reported in the 3400 block of Kensington Court.

1:40 p.m. — Theft reported in the 3500 block of Nicholas Lane.

2:31 p.m. — Fraud in the 1900 block of 25th Street.

3:27 p.m. — Theft reported at the intersection of Indiana Avenue and Salzburg Boulevard.

3:52 p.m. — Property-damage accident at mile marker 67 of I-65 South.

3:55 p.m. — Theft reported in the 400 block of Jackson Street.

4:39 p.m. — Property-damage accident in the 90 block of Johnson Boulevard.

5:17 p.m. — Property-damage accident in the 2700 block of West Jonathan Moore Pike.

5:57 p.m. — Property-damage accident in the 7300 block of East 25th Street.

6:39 p.m. — Battery in the 1000 block of Phoenix Court.

8:15 p.m. — Property-damage accident in the 8500 block of South State Road 58.

8:49 p.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of North County Road 600E and East County Road 600N

Looking Back – November 18

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2006

A team from Parkside Elementary School tied for first place in its class in the 14th annual statewide Elementary Spell Bowl competition.

1991

Seymour Police Sgt. Woodrow DeZarn received the Good Samaritan Award from the American Police Hall of Fame and the American Federation of Police for his efforts in dislodging a nickel from the throat of a 10-month-old boy. Amanda Jones, a lifeguard credited with saving the life of a swimmer who lost consciousness while exercising at Columbus North High School pool, received an official commendation from Columbus Board of Parks and Recreation.

1966

Columbus Kiwanis Club celebrated its 46th anniversary.

Around Town – November 18

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• Nov. 18

Orchids to …

• Jeremy at William Brothers for his honesty and concern for the well being of a customer.

• the Notables who volunteered at the Philharmonic concert last night.

• Amazing Joe’s for the great meal you served the veterans on Veterans Day.

• the lady in the black Ford who paid for my breakfast at the drive-thru Tuesday morning.

• Bartholomew County Information Technology Department and Sharp Business Solutions for the wonderful Starbucks coffee, from the Bartholomew County clerk’s office.

• the four women from MainSource Bank West who gave their time to help with sorting at Orphan Grain Train.

• Kristi, Michelle, Heather and the emergency department staff at Columbus Regional Hospital for their dedicated time and professionalism in helping to alleviate a painful condition, from one relieved patient.

• Cathy Cook at Dunn & Associates for being so kind and compassionate and a great employee, from Lisa Lovins.

• Bartholomew County Public Library for having my dad’s name on the wall of veterans, from a grateful son.

• Bartholomew County Public Library for the Veterans Tree and for letting me put names on it of family and friends that have served our country.

• Parkside school teachers and students for the awesome program for veterans last Friday, from Tom and Di Mitchell and Bert.

• Mr. and Mrs. Ballard on Central Avenue for their beautiful Christmas decorations.

Onions to …

• the medical office that takes poor care of its aquarium.

• the city that claims to be bike friendly yet doesn’t include bike lanes when redesigning and rebuilding a downtown street.

• the area tour that did not include Mike Pence as one of the notable people from our community.

• people who voted for Donald Trump.

• whoever stole the trailer from in front of our house.

• owners of the small black male dog running loose for two days in the area between 17th and 25th streets and won’t rescue him.

• anyone who thinks Mike Pence should be in the Festival of Lights Parade as it would be a security nightmare.

• the current U.S. administration for the worst eight years this country has ever been through.

• people who arrive at a pitch-in two hours before it’s supposed to start and help themselves to everything they want even though they didn’t bring anything.

• family members who do not do their share of helping out.

• the high school teacher who is encouraging teenagers to protest the election.

• The Republic for using color over text that makes it difficult to read the words.

Happy Birthday to …

• Steve Elmerick, from your family and Donna.

• Sheryl Chatham, from your family and Donna.

• Jerry Sharp, from your family and Donna.

• Mike Hageman, from your family and Donna.

• Carter Anliker, on No. 6, from your family.

• Dustin Pruden, from friends at the Moravian Church.

• Betty Bush, from Clifford Order of the Eastern Star

• Don Harris.

• William Stewart.

• Zachary Burke.

• Todd Boilanger.

• Carter Anliker, from family.

• Paul Zeigler.

Belated Wishes to …

• Steve Kessler from Gordon and Barb Schnadinger, Jenny, your kids, grandchildren, family and friends.

• Dane Whitlock, on Nov. 17, from Dick and Betty.

Happy Anniversary to …

• Kennith and Vera Merideth, from son Mark.