Bartholomew County News from Tuesday, September 1st, 2026

Columbus Police launch safe-driving surge to reduce dangerous driving

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus and the Columbus Police Department (CPD) will run a month-long safe‑driving blitz throughout September to reduce dangerous driving behaviors and prevent crashes that cause injuries.
Columbus man arrested for North Vernon bomb threat, drug charges

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - After an investigation, the North Vernon Police Department (NVPD) released more information on Tuesday, September 1, following the bomb threat on Monday afternoon, August 31, near the intersection of State Road 7 and US 50.
Former Jackson County deputy arrested for improperly using 'Flock' system

BROWNSTOWN, Ind. - The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) says a former deputy was taken into custody Monday, August 31, on charges related to improperly accessing license plate reader (Flock) data.
Local woman arrested after fleeing scene, injuring officer

COLUMBUS, Ind. - A Bartholomew County woman was taken into custody on felony charges on Sunday, August 30, after she allegedly fled from Columbus Regional Health (CRH) property in a vehicle, injuring an officer in the process.
2nd Street water main, storm sewer repairs start this week

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus has announced that beginning Tuesday, September 1, and continuing through Tuesday, September 8, crews will ramp up work on water main and storm sewer improvements on Second Street, between Jackson and State Streets.

Community Calender

Line Dance In Parking Lot
Beginner Line dancing and instruction as a fund raising event for Love a child. It is a free will offer. It is fun for all ages. It will be at First United
Sep 7, 2026
Don’t Feel Like Yourself Anymore? — Free Gut & Metabolic Health Conversation
Free Columbus conversation on gut and metabolic health after 40—energy, digestion, cravings, metabolism, and practical next steps.
Sep 8, 2026 at Hamilton Community Center & Ice Arena
FREE Mill Race Marathon Training Program
Have you been thinking about running or walking a Mill Race Marathon this fall? Whether you're training for your first 5K or preparing for the half marathon...
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