Bartholomew County News from Thursday, October 1st, 2026

Columbus advances Rocky Ford Road traffic signal modernization project

COLUMBUS, Ind. — City of Columbus engineering officials are soliciting bids from contractors to replace the signal system at Rocky Ford Road and Central Avenue, identifying the site as a priority crash location.
CPD secures 5-year technology contract with Axon

COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Columbus Board of Public Works and Safety approved a five-year contract renewal with Axon to upgrade law enforcement technology across the city police department.
Big sports weekend estimated to add $2M to local economy

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Four major sporting events will bring more than 15,000 athletes and spectators to Columbus and Bartholomew County this weekend. Together, the tournaments, from October 2-4, are expected to generate nearly $2 million in economic impact for the City and County.

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Franklin Vintage & Handmade Festival
Join us for another fun Vintage & Handmade Festiva event in downtown Franklin! 100+ vendors, 2 vendor areas, live music, food trucks + great downtown shopping. ...
Oct 3, 2026 at DriveHubler.com Amphitheater(Youngs Creek Park)
PALS Homecoming Open House
PALS Homecoming Open House: Saturday, October 3; 12-3 pm
Oct 3, 2026 at People & Animal Learning Services
Martina McBride At Brown County Music Center
Multiple Grammy Award nominee Martina McBride at the Brown County Music Center in Nashville, Indiana, on Saturday, October 3
Oct 3, 2026 at Brown County Music Center