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No injuries in Morgan County house fire
MORGAN COUNTY, Ind. – The Bargersville Fire Department’s Engine 202, Battalion 20, helped Green Township Fire and Rescue (GTFR) in extinguishing a residential fire on Tuesday afternoon, December 30, in the 500 block of Nast Chapel Rd.
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Register now for 2026 CPD ‘Public Safety Citizens’ Academy’
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Registration is now open for the 2026 Public Safety Citizens’ Academy. Since the 1990s, the Columbus Police Department (CPD) has offered the academy to Columbus residents, allowing them an inside look at public safety in the community.
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Columbus curbside Christmas Tree collection starts Friday
COLUMBUS, Ind. – City of Columbus Department of Public Works crews will be picking up residential Christmas trees curbside (no alleys) the same day as your regular trash collection beginning Friday, December 26.
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House partially collapses during Sunday morning fire in Needham
NEEDHAM, Ind. – A home in Needham, northeast of Franklin in Johnson County, was destroyed by fire on Sunday morning. The Needham Community Fire Department (NCFD) was dispatched to the house on County Road 700E just after 8 a.m.
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Bartholomew County, City of Columbus announce Christmas closings, holiday collection schedule
COLUMBUS, Ind. – All city offices in Columbus, including Columbus City Utilities, will be closed on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, December 24 through 26, to celebrate the Christmas holiday.
Johnson County News
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2 dead, 2 injured in Saturday night Greenwood shooting
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New Bargersville Fire Department paramedics receive orientation
The Bargersville Fire Department welcomed its newest paramedics as they began their first week with the Department.
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Whiteland High School has new drop-off and pick-up route
WHITELAND, Ind. - With the start of the new year, the Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation implemented a new "drop-off" and "pick-up" route for Whiteland Community High School for this semester.
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4 Center Grove juniors named 'Rising Stars of Indiana'
GREENWOOD, Ind. - The Center Grove Community School Corporation has announced that four Center Grove High School (CGHS) juniors are among the Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP) Rising Stars of Indiana Class of 2027.
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Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period runs through March
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) reminds Hoosiers that the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) runs now through March 31.
Jennings County News
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Cummins partners with Kaulig Racing and Ram in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
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Indiana Historical Society Appoints New Jennings County Historian
INDIANAPOLIS— The Indiana Historical Society has announced the appointment of a new Indiana county historian in Jennings County.
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Fentanyl, firearms recovered during North Vernon traffic stop
NORTH VERNON, Ind. – The North Vernon Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the area of 5th Street and Buckeye Street, which resulted in multiple drug- and firearm-related charges on Friday morning, January 9.
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Schneck announces agreement to acquire Family Drug in Brownstown, Seymour
SEYMOUR, Ind. — Schneck Medical Center will acquire several Family Drug Pharmacy locations in Brownstown and Seymour, further strengthening its long-standing commitment to locally owned, independent healthcare and personalized service for the communities it serves
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Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period runs through March
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) reminds Hoosiers that the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) runs now through March 31.
Jackson County News
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Cummins partners with Kaulig Racing and Ram in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
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Schneck announces agreement to acquire Family Drug in Brownstown, Seymour
SEYMOUR, Ind. — Schneck Medical Center will acquire several Family Drug Pharmacy locations in Brownstown and Seymour, further strengthening its long-standing commitment to locally owned, independent healthcare and personalized service for the communities it serves
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Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period runs through March
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) reminds Hoosiers that the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) runs now through March 31.
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Jackson County Chamber hosts Legislative Preview Breakfast on Wednesday
SEYMOUR, Ind. – The Jackson County Chamber will host a Legislative Preview Breakfast on Wednesday, January 7, at 8 a.m. at The Pines Evergreen Room in Seymour.
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Indiana vehicle owners must report color changes after January 1
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) is reminding Hoosiers of an update to Indiana Code that will be in effect on January 1, 2026.
Bartholomew County News
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Cummins partners with Kaulig Racing and Ram in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
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Columbus man gets 24 years in prison for Child Molestation
COLUMBUS, Ind.– The Bartholomew County Circuit Court has sentenced a Columbus man to 24 years in the Department of Corrections for the crime of Child Molesting.
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Judge Rohde files to run again
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Jonathan (Jon) L. Rohde, 47, current Judge of the Bartholomew Superior Court 2 and former Chief of Police for the Columbus Police Department, has officially filed for re-election, seeking the Republican nomination for the Judge position he currently holds.
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Bartholomew County student named 'Pulliam Fellow' at Franklin College
Franklin College has selected five students to serve as Pulliam Fellows during the 2025-26 academic year.
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Local insurance agency debuts ‘Protect Those Who Protect Us’ program
COLUMBUS, Ind. – The Alisha Roberts State Farm Insurance Agency has launched “Protect Those Who Protect Us,” a new community initiative pledging $1,000 each month to support a local volunteer fire department.
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2 dead, 2 injured in Saturday night Greenwood shooting
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Cummins partners with Kaulig Racing and Ram in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
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Columbus man gets 24 years in prison for Child Molestation
COLUMBUS, Ind.– The Bartholomew County Circuit Court has sentenced a Columbus man to 24 years in the Department of Corrections for the crime of Child Molesting.
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Indiana Historical Society Appoints New Jennings County Historian
INDIANAPOLIS— The Indiana Historical Society has announced the appointment of a new Indiana county historian in Jennings County.
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Fentanyl, firearms recovered during North Vernon traffic stop
NORTH VERNON, Ind. – The North Vernon Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the area of 5th Street and Buckeye Street, which resulted in multiple drug- and firearm-related charges on Friday morning, January 9.
Community Calender
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Silent Book ClubBring a book, ANY book… and join us for the first Silent Book Club of 2026 on ✨Monday January 12✨ Doors open at 5pm and a line typically forms at the door prior...
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CACC Legislative ForumThe Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and community stakeholders to a series of legislative forums beginning Monday, January 12, at 8:30 a.m., f...
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Mid-State Amateur Radio Club monthly meeting“Interested in Ham Radio? To learn more, join us during one of our monthly meetings at 8am on the third Saturday of each month at the Conference Room of the Joh...
Today's Weather
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Bartholomew County WeatherLight snow shower
High: 34°F | Low: 25°F