1+ week, 4+ day ago   (192+ words) An explosive device found inside a vehicle shut down State Road 7 near U.S. 50 in North Vernon yesterday afternoon. According to the North Vernon Police Department, officers encountered a driver with a suspended driver’s license at about 2 p.m. near a store on…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (167+ words) Starting today, drivers will see more work on the water main and storm sewers in downtown Columbus that will disrupt traffic. According to the city, starting today you will see temporary road closures and lane restrictions on Second Street between…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (255+ words) Columbus City Council President Frank Miller is stepping down from the leadership role, although he will remain on the council. Miller announced the decision to his colleagues and city staff yesterday. In a statement released today, Miller said that he…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (159+ words) Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon has been recognized by a statewide organization of Asian-Pacific Americans for her leadership in making Columbus a welcoming, inclusive and resilient community. According to city officials, the mayor received the Community Strength in Unity Award from…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (235+ words) Three people died after a fatal crash on Interstate 65 just south of Seymour early Sunday morning. According to the Indiana State Police, the accident happened about a mile south of Exit 50 at Seymour on Interstate 65 at about 2:30 a.m. Sunday morning. A…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (104+ words) The Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce will be recognizing four women at the chamber’s annual Women in Leadership luncheon this week. Organizers say the luncheon celebrates women whose leadership, vision, and dedication are creating lasting impact throughout our community. This…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (1652+ words) President Donald Trump moved Friday to address one of the most politically sensitive grocery prices facing American consumers, announcing on his Truth Social platform a 90-day plan to allow up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef imports into the United…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (113+ words) Jennings County teen drivers will have a chance for hands-on training in advanced driving skills Saturday. The free Rule the Road program will be held at Jennings County High School from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Organizers say the Rule the Road programs…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (90+ words) 101.5 WKKG Downtown Columbus streets are closing as the city replaces a water tower in a year-long project. According to Columbus City Utilities, the project will close 18th Street from Elm Street to the alley west of the water tower, and Elm…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (83+ words) 101.5 WKKG The City of Columbus has announced major renovation plans for Fire Stations 3 and 5. The renovations will address water intrusion, remove mold contamination, and upgrade heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. The projects include a roof replacement at Station 3 and…...