Top Story from Monday, January 19th, 2026

Hope firefighters tackle late Sunday night fire

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Hope Volunteer Fire Department was called to a local structure fire on Sunday night, January 18.
Columbus City Utilities welcomes Melissa Lin to Utility Service Board

COLUMBUS, Ind. – Columbus City Utilities (CCU) has appointed Melissa Lin to the Utility Service Board.
Seymour Police bust 3 at local motel on felony drug charges

SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Seymour Police Department (SPD) received information on Friday, January 15, that a wanted individual was at the All-State Inn, at 2603 Outlet Blvd., in Seymour.
NVPD busts Seymour woman for meth, theft, fraud

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The North Vernon Police Department (NVPD) was dispatched to the North Vernon Walmart on Saturday, January 17, in reference to a reported trespasser on the property.

Community Calender

Paint Your Pet-Hog Molly Brewing Co.
Paint your Pet returns to Hog Molly on Saturday, January 24th from 2-5pm! Visit the event ticketing page for all details and ticketing info.
Jan 24, 2026 at Hog Molly Brewing Company
Legacy Band On Stage(Eagles 747)
Always a great time with these guys on stage! 🎸Open to the public! Kitchen is serving up all your delicious food and the bar has all your fav drinks! Dance floo...
Jan 24, 2026 at Eagles #741
Columbus Chamber TechBridge
TechBridge is a unique intergenerational experience where Chamber members partner with Mill Race Center to provide hands-on technology support for older adults—...
Jan 27, 2026 at Mill Race Center