Top Story from Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
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Former Bartholomew County Trustee sentenced to over 25 years for theft, official misconduct
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Bartholomew County Prosecuting Attorney Lindsey Holden announced Wednesday, January 21, that Benjamin Jackson, former Columbus Township Trustee, has been sentenced by Special Judge Matthew Bailey to a term of 28 years.
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Columbus City Utilities reappointments Patrick Andrews to Utility Service Board
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Columbus City Utilities (CCU) has announced the reappointment of Patrick Andrews to the Utility Service Board (USB) by Mayor Mary K. Ferdon.
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UPDATE: Winter Storm Watch issued; strong winter storm system expected this weekend
SOUTH CENTRAL, Ind. – UPDATE: The Bartholomew County Office of Emergency Management says the National Weather Service has declared a "Winter Storm Watch" is in effect for Saturday and Sunday as a strong winter storm system is expected to impact the south-central Indiana area this weekend.
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Columbus observes 100th anniversary of Black History Month
Columbus, IN — Black History Month Columbus (BHMC) has announced its February 2026 community-wide celebration commemorating the 100th anniversary of Black History Month.
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Hope fire crews combat ammo-filled garage fire
Hope, Ind. – The Hope Volunteer Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire involving a detached garage in the 7600 block of North County Road 1000E on Tuesday, January 20.
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Tickets are available for Greenwood Valentine's Dance for kids
GREENWOOD, Ind. - The City of Greenwood and Greenwood Parks and Recreation invite parents and their little ones to their annual Valentine's Dance.
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BCSO swears in new deputy
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) welcomed its newest merit deputy when Daniel Brenneman took his oath on Tuesday, January 20.
Community Calender
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Columbus Chamber TechBridgeTechBridge is a unique intergenerational experience where Chamber members partner with Mill Race Center to provide hands-on technology support for older adults—...
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Candle Making WorkshopWe are so excited to welcome Renata from Panthera Candleworks to guide us step-by-step as we create beautiful one-of-a-kind candles!
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Hope Groundhog DayThe Town of Hope hosts its annual Groundhog Day event on Monday, February 2, starting at 8 a.m., on the Hope Town Square, near the bandstand. "Hope" the groundh...
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Today's Weather
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Bartholomew County WeatherMedium-level cloud
High: 9°F | Low: -4°F