Top Story from Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Columbus City Utilities says that Washington Street, between Rocky Ford Road and Volland Street, will be closed from 7 a.m. on Wednesday, March 25, through the end of the day on Thursday, March 26. 

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The overhauling of the City of Columbus bus routes is complete, and you are now invited to "Ride the Loops.' The new "Loop" system began on Monday.

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The North Vernon Police Department (NVPD) responded to a personal injury accident on Friday, March 20, at 5:30 a.m, near the intersection of State Roads 3 and 7.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus has announced the appointment of Mike Wolanin as its new Communication Manager. Wolanin, a well-known local professional with deep ties to the community, brings a wealth of experience in visual storytelling and public information to the role.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Fire Department (CFD) responded to three residential fires within 16 hours from Sunday evening into Monday afternoon. One was due to lightning during a Sunday night thunderstorm. No injuries were reported, but two pets perished in one of the fires.