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Eat, Play, Stay: Step into modern, historical charm at Le Méridien Indianapolis
Enjoy a stay in downtown Indianapolis, with modern luxury and historical charm, at the Le Méridien Indianapolis hotel. Located at 123 S. Illinois St., it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Upgrade your summer road trip
Summer is here, and whether you’re traveling across the country or hitting the open road for a regional day trip, the secret to a truly stress-free adventure lies in the preparation. With seasonal travel surging and gas prices the highest they’ve been since 2022, hitting the highway without a plan can put an unnecessary dent in your wallet, or worse: leave you stranded on the roadside.
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S'more to explore: our favorite spring camping spots in Indiana
The weather is warming, and before the summer humidity hits, spring is a great time for a camping trip! From national parks to hidden gems, Indiana is home to hundreds of fantastic spots for you to enjoy, whether you’re a solo traveler or a big family with kids.
Latest News
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Ethnic Expo is this weekend in downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Ethnic Expo returns this weekend to downtown Columbus near City Hall at 123 Washington St. The festival has brought together the community for over 40 years.
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Centra awards $75,000 in grants to Turning Point Domestic Violence Services
COLUMBUS, IND. — Centra Credit Union and the Centra Foundation announced that Turning Point Domestic Violence Services has been awarded $75,000 in grants: $15,000 to the organization and $60,000 in Community Multiplier grant funds through the Indianapolis Community Multiplier–Member Match program.
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Franklin Police solve 20-year-old murder case
FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Franklin Police Department announced Friday that the grand jury returned an indictment in a case that began 20 years ago. Chynna Dickus, 26 at the time, and her 10-year-old stepson were stabbed to death in their home in the Branigin Woods neighborhood in Franklin on July 24, 2006.
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Forbes recognizes BCSC as 'Best School District in Indiana'
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Forbes has named the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation (BCSC) one of Indiana’s top employers for the second straight year as part of the magazine’s annual list of the country's best employers.
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Edinburgh approves final plat, bonds for 'Timbergate Section 5' housing development
EDINBURGH, Ind. — At its Monday, September 28 meeting, the Edinburgh Town Council took formal action to prepare for the completion of the Timbergate subdivision.
Johnson County News
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Franklin Police solve 20-year-old murder case
FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Franklin Police Department announced Friday that the grand jury returned an indictment in a case that began 20 years ago. Chynna Dickus, 26 at the time, and her 10-year-old stepson were stabbed to death in their home in the Branigin Woods neighborhood in Franklin on July 24, 2006.
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Edinburgh approves final plat, bonds for 'Timbergate Section 5' housing development
EDINBURGH, Ind. — At its Monday, September 28 meeting, the Edinburgh Town Council took formal action to prepare for the completion of the Timbergate subdivision.
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'Community Clean Up Day' is Saturday in Whiteland
WHITELAND, Ind. - The Town of Whiteland invites residents to participate in a "Community Clean Up Day" this Saturday, October 10, from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will take place on Elm Street, east of the Whiteland Fire Department, at 141 S. State St.
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Edinburgh council introduces lower 2027 town budget, reduced tax rate
EDINBURGH, Ind. — The Town of Edinburgh took its first step toward finalizing its annual financial plan during the Town Council meeting on Monday, September 28.
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Greenwood holds state-mandated public hearing on Indiana House Enrolled Act 1001
GREENWOOD, Ind. — City officials and local homebuilders gathered Monday evening as the Greenwood Advisory Plan Commission conducted a state-mandated public hearing regarding Indiana House Enrolled Act 1001.
Jennings County News
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Ethnic Expo is this weekend in downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Ethnic Expo returns this weekend to downtown Columbus near City Hall at 123 Washington St. The festival has brought together the community for over 40 years.
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'Log Cabin Day' festival is Saturday at Muscatatuck in Seymour
SEYMOUR, Ind. - Step back in time to Indiana’s pioneer days and enjoy the history and natural beauty of Southern Indiana at the annual "Log Cabin Day" festival, Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge on U.S. 50, three miles east of Seymour.
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Downtown North Vernon prepares for annual 'Sweet Street' trick-or-treating
NORTH VERNON, Ind. — The North Vernon City Council has approved street closures in downtown North Vernon to accommodate the annual Sweet Street trick-or-treating event scheduled for Halloween night.
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Jennings County taskforce holds inaugural meeting on local income tax shifts
NORTH VERNON, Ind. — The first Jennings County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce (MUST) meeting on Monday, September 28, addressed impending municipal funding shifts across local taxing units.
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North Vernon municipal leaders advocate for legislative updates to Indiana tax distribution rules
NORTH VERNON, Ind. — Officials from Jennings County and local municipalities met on Monday, September 28, to recommend adjustments to how state local income taxes are distributed among municipal units.
Jackson County News
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Ethnic Expo is this weekend in downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Ethnic Expo returns this weekend to downtown Columbus near City Hall at 123 Washington St. The festival has brought together the community for over 40 years.
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'Log Cabin Day' festival is Saturday at Muscatatuck in Seymour
SEYMOUR, Ind. - Step back in time to Indiana’s pioneer days and enjoy the history and natural beauty of Southern Indiana at the annual "Log Cabin Day" festival, Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge on U.S. 50, three miles east of Seymour.
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Seymour turns 175 years old in 2027
SEYMOUR, Ind. - The City of Seymour will celebrate its 175th anniversary in 2027, with a year full of ways to celebrate the community planned. The City wants to feature one special happening each week, but officials need your input.
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City of Seymour opens public hearing on proposed 2027 budget
SEYMOUR, Ind. — The Seymour Common Council has formally opened public discussions on the city’s proposed appropriations and tax rates for fiscal year 2027.
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Seymour council considers tax abatement for local expansion
SEYMOUR, Ind. — The Seymour Common Council is considering a 10-year tax abatement for L&NK Corporation to support a nearly $9 million expansion at its facility at 1625 Bateman Drive in East Side Industrial Park.
Bartholomew County News
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Ethnic Expo is this weekend in downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Ethnic Expo returns this weekend to downtown Columbus near City Hall at 123 Washington St. The festival has brought together the community for over 40 years.
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Centra awards $75,000 in grants to Turning Point Domestic Violence Services
COLUMBUS, IND. — Centra Credit Union and the Centra Foundation announced that Turning Point Domestic Violence Services has been awarded $75,000 in grants: $15,000 to the organization and $60,000 in Community Multiplier grant funds through the Indianapolis Community Multiplier–Member Match program.
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Forbes recognizes BCSC as 'Best School District in Indiana'
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Forbes has named the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation (BCSC) one of Indiana’s top employers for the second straight year as part of the magazine’s annual list of the country's best employers.
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Edinburgh approves final plat, bonds for 'Timbergate Section 5' housing development
EDINBURGH, Ind. — At its Monday, September 28 meeting, the Edinburgh Town Council took formal action to prepare for the completion of the Timbergate subdivision.
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City of Columbus finishes dam removal ahead of schedule on East Fork White River
COLUMBUS, Ind.- The City of Columbus has announced that the old low-head dam on the East Fork White River has been removed.
Top Stories
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Ethnic Expo is this weekend in downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Ethnic Expo returns this weekend to downtown Columbus near City Hall at 123 Washington St. The festival has brought together the community for over 40 years.
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Centra awards $75,000 in grants to Turning Point Domestic Violence Services
COLUMBUS, IND. — Centra Credit Union and the Centra Foundation announced that Turning Point Domestic Violence Services has been awarded $75,000 in grants: $15,000 to the organization and $60,000 in Community Multiplier grant funds through the Indianapolis Community Multiplier–Member Match program.
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Franklin Police solve 20-year-old murder case
FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Franklin Police Department announced Friday that the grand jury returned an indictment in a case that began 20 years ago. Chynna Dickus, 26 at the time, and her 10-year-old stepson were stabbed to death in their home in the Branigin Woods neighborhood in Franklin on July 24, 2006.
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Forbes recognizes BCSC as 'Best School District in Indiana'
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Forbes has named the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation (BCSC) one of Indiana’s top employers for the second straight year as part of the magazine’s annual list of the country's best employers.
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Edinburgh approves final plat, bonds for 'Timbergate Section 5' housing development
EDINBURGH, Ind. — At its Monday, September 28 meeting, the Edinburgh Town Council took formal action to prepare for the completion of the Timbergate subdivision.
Community Calender
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Buddy Walk for Down Syndrome
26th Annual Buddy Walk for Down Syndrome. Saturday October 10, 11am at Donner Park. FREE Music, Food, Fun. Raffle Prizes, Touch a Truck & MORE
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FREE Tick-Borne Illness Seminar
Our guest presenters are experts in their field regarding local ticks and the illnesses they carry. Info shared from tick ID to illness diagnosis/treatment.
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Medicare 101: Navigating Your Options
Join us at the Bartholomew County Public Library for a free, unbiased educational workshop on Medicare basics. Whether you are turning 65, planning retirement, ...
at Bartholomew County Public Library
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