Top Story from Thursday, April 9th, 2026

City of Columbus announces new community development specialist

COLUMBUS, Ind. — The City of Columbus has named Jody Coffman to take on the new role of community development specialist.
Franklin Fire Department has busy Wednesday fighting fires

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Wednesday, April 8, was a very active day for the City of Franklin Fire Department (FFD).
Part of S.R. 58 near Freetown closes for a month starting April 16

FREETOWN, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) contractor E&B Paving, Inc. is scheduled to close State Road 58 over a tributary to the South Fork Salt Creek on or after Thursday, April 16, to complete a box culvert replacement project southwest of Freetown.
Indy Hood Rats present Block Party at Columbus Airport

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Start your engines, Columbus, for the IndyHoodRats Block Party Season Opener on Saturday, April 25, at Columbus Municipal Airport.

Community Calender

Mela’26 South Asian Gala
South Asian Gala warmly invites you to Mela’26, one of the most enchanting and grand gala events in Columbus, celebrating South Asian culture and sharing the tr...
Apr 11, 2026 at The Commons
Chips for Change
Join LEAD United for the 2nd Annual Chips for Change, a Texas Hold’em poker tournament bringing our community together for impact, fun and friendly competition.
Apr 11, 2026 at Hotel Indigo Columbus Architectural Center
Ashbury Church Spring Garage Sale
Join us for our annual spring Garage Sale on April 11 from 7:00 a.m. to noon! Shop a wide variety of gently used clothing, household items, décor, books, toys,...
Apr 11, 2026 at Asbury United Methodist Church