Top Stories from Friday, October 2nd, 2026

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.
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.
'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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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
Oct 5, 2026 at Donner Park Shelter House
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.
Oct 6, 2026 at Ivy Tech Community College - Madison Campus
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, ...
Oct 6, 2026 at Bartholomew County Public Library