Top Story from Wednesday, February 25th, 2026

Reduced conflict intersection turn lanes, signals on U.S. 31 are now functioning

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced Tuesday that the new signalized reduced-conflict intersection turn lanes located between Franklin Lakes Boulevard and Nineveh Street are operational.
Travelers name Indy Airport #1 for 14th consecutive year

INDIANAPOLIS - To hold the record of Best Airport in North America for 14 years straight and 15 years overall, as the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) has done once again, is no small feat.
Leadership Johnson County hosts personal development workshop

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Leadership Johnson County will hold a workshop, "Maximizing Your Personal Energy Window for a More Productive You," on Tuesday, March 3, from 9 a.m. to noon, at The Sycamore at Mallow Run, on Whiteland Road in Bargersville.
New IU Columbus fundraiser to elect first Columbus 'Pet Mayor'

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Local pet owners can now nominate their furry, scaly, or feathered companions to become the first pet mayor of Columbus, as part of a new fundraiser benefiting IU Columbus student scholarships and Columbus Animal Care Services.
Ivy Tech Columbus hosts '21st Century Scholars' program meeting next week

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Ivy Tech Community College Columbus invites Indiana’s 21st Century Scholars to an informational session on Tuesday, March 3, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in Moravec Hall, located at 4475 Central Ave.

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Breakfast at the Fire House(Hope)
Join the Hope Volunteer Fire Department for a hearty breakfast and help support your local firefighters! 🚒🥞
Feb 28, 2026 at Hope Volunteer Fire Department
International Women’s Day
Indian Association of Columbus proudly invites you to celebrate the strength, spirit, and stories of women this International Women’s Day.
Feb 28, 2026 at The Commons
IAC International Women’s Day
Indian Association of Columbus proudly invites you to celebrate the strength, spirit, and stories of women this International Women’s Day. Come be part of an i...
Feb 28, 2026 at The Commons