Top Story from Friday, September 11th, 2026

Local woman arrested for arson at 2 properties

COLUMBUS, Ind. – A Bartholomew County woman is in custody for felony arson charges after two fires in Bartholomew County on Thursday, September 10, that resulted in serious property damage.
25 years later, Columbus honors victims on 9/11

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Under clear blue skies and a light breeze reminiscent of the morning 25 years ago, hundreds gathered Monday on the steps of Columbus City Hall to mark the anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
Domestic disturbance leads to arrest of Bartholomew County man for Intimidation

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) responded to a reported domestic disturbance in the 1800 block of W. Shady Lane on Wednesday, September 9, at around 10 p.m.
Portion of 2nd Street at Franklin Street closes overnight Friday

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus alerts motorists that Dave O’Mara Contractor will close 2nd Street at Franklin Street from 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, to about 6 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, for storm sewer installation.

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Mid-State Amateur Radio Club Tailgate Flea Market
Free to attend amateur radio tailgate flea market
Sep 12, 2026 at Indiana Dnr Office Parking Lot
City of Shelbyville 2026 Free Summer Concert Series
he City of Shelbyville and Shelbyville Parks and Recreation with Runnebohm Construction are proud to announce four free admission special concerts this summer t...
Sep 12, 2026 at Blue River Memorial Park
Yacht Rock Revue Coming to Ruoff Music Center
Yacht Rock Revue returns in 2026 with PRIMETIME, a brand-new headline tour bringing the smooth sounds, timeless hits, and infectious energy of the ‘70s and ‘80s...
Sep 12, 2026 at Ruoff Music Center