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Friday, July 3, 2009

OFFICIALS HAPPY WITH COMMONS BIDS 
Bids for construction of The Commons were opened Thursday afternoon at Columbus City Hall. Ed Curtin with the Columbus Redevelopment Commission says they are pleased with what they saw of the bids.  The total cost of The Commons is not to exceed 18 million dollars with only half of that cost being incurred by taxpayers. The Board of Works took the bids under advisement to allow advisers to look over them to make sure all proper documentation was received.
 
MEETING TO DISCUSS ALTERNATIVES TO TRASH FEE SCHEDULED 
You are invited to a meeting Monday to discuss alternatives to a new flat trash fee. The meeting will be held at 6:00 at Donner Center and will include information about a pay as you throw trash program. Mark Dancy, President and CEO of WasteZero, a waste reduction company, will be on hand to discuss how that program works and what it will cost residents.

INDOT CREWS PAINTING ROADWAYS IN SEYMOUR
The Indiana Department of Transportation crews have started applying pavement markings to roadways in the Seymour area. Although crews used fast drying water based paint, INDOT is asking you to be extremely cautious around freshly painted areas.  If you encounter a road striping crew use a generous following distance and avoid driving over the newly painted markings to avoid getting paint on your vehicle.
 
JACK CRAMER AWARD WINNERS
The winners of the 2009 Jack Cramer Ideals of Athletic Competition Award has been announced. Debbie Riga, Marilyn Jerman, David Green, and Randy Stafford were presented with the honor in a ceremony Wednesday.

INDEPENDENCE DAY CLOSINGS
The following offices will be closed on Friday in recognition of Independence Day. Columbus City, Bartholomew County, and Seymour Government offices, Columbus City Utilities, and Seymour trash and recycling. On Saturday Columbus City bus routes, post office, Bartholomew County Recycling Center and Landfill will be closed as well.  

CULVERS AND RED CROSS TEAM UP FOR BLOOD DRIVE
Culvers and the American Red Cross are teaming up for a special, “Give a Pint, Get a Pint” blood drive this weekend. You can donate on Sunday from noon until 5:00 at the Columbus Culvers location and receive a coupon for a free pint of frozen custard. Donors must be 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health.

ISC SEEKS VOLUNTEER COACHES 
The International School of Columbus is looking for coaches for sports teams. Coaches are needed for boys tennis, girls golf, boys and girls cross country, boys and girls basketball, and cheerleading. For more information or an application visit the careers page at internationalschoolofcolumbus.com.

SPACE PORT INDIANA SUMMER CAMP
Space Port Indiana is now taking registrations for the next summer camp. Brian Tanner with Space Port Indiana says it will be held August 4th – 7th. You can sign your children up for space camp by visiting spaceportindiana.com

SCHNECK BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 
Grief is one of life’s most difficult and painful experiences. To help in this difficult time, Schneck Medical Center offers a Bereavement Support Group. The Bereavement Support Group meets the 1st Wednesday and 2nd Monday of each month. To make your reservation for this program please call812-523-4879.
 
DNR SEEKS VOLUNTEERS
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is looking for volunteers for the DNR Fishin’ Pond at the Indiana State Fair. There is no experience needed and optional training will be offered. Volunteers are needed for both morning and evening shifts. For more information visit in.gov/DNR 

3RD ANNUAL MIDNIGHT 5K
The Seymour Cross Country team will be hosting their third annual, Midnight 5K Race on July 10, 2009 in downtown Seymour. Pre-registration is $15 and $20 day of race registration. Registration forms can be found at www.seymourowlsxc.blogspot.com.

NEIGHBORFEST TO BRING ROCK GROUP TO COLUMBUS 
The 2nd NeighborFEST of the 2009 season will be held July 2nd in downtown Columbus. Donna Stouder with the Columbus Area Arts Council says this show will offer something for everyone when Rock Soup takes the stage NeighborFEST is free and will be held on Washington Street in downtown Columbus
 
FALL YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION OPEN
Registration for the Columbus Parks and Recreation Department’s Fall Youth Soccer League is now open. Katia Hatter with parks and rec says you have until July 30th to get your child signed up. To register visit www.columbusparksandrec.com or Donner Center.
 
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY 4-H FAIR JULY 10-18TH
Mark your calendars for the 2009 Bartholomew County 4-H Fair. Fair Board Member,  Larry Fisher, says the fun begins July 10th.  A complete calendar of events is listed on the QMIX Community Calendar at QMIX.com as well as in fair books, which, are available at the Purdue Extension Office.

TECH RECONNECT RECYCLING INK CARTRIGES
Tech ReConnect is collecting ink cartridges, toners and old cell phones for recycling. You can drop them off at the Tech ReConnect Facility located at 1525 14th Street behind San Souci. Tech ReConnect will also pick up any of those items you’d like to recycle.  For more information or to schedule a pick up contact 314-2730.

LIBERTY DAY TEA PARTY
We the People Indiana will hold a Liberty day TEA Party on July 5th. Lisa Deaton with We the People says it will be held at 4:00 at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds. For more information visit wethepeopleindiana.org 

FIRST CALL FOR HELP 211 TO HOLD SILENT AUCTION
First Call For Help 211 has planned a Silent Auction for Friday, July 24th at Zaharakos Ice Cream Parlor and Museum from 11am - 2pm. Through the event, First Call For Help 211 hopes to build awareness as well as raise much needed funds to support its mission of linking people in need with community resources. For more information about the event, including donation and sponsor information visit firstcallforhelp211.org

IUPUC OFFERS DISCOVER OPPORTUNITIES EVENT 
IUPUC has something for everyone, whether you are interested in specific training, resuming coursework, or starting a new degree. If you would like to learn about what IUPUC has to offer, you should attend the free Discover Opportunities event from 10 am to Noon on Saturday,  July 25. . Register by calling 348-7390 or sending an e-mail to admissions@iupuc.edu.

USSSA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed for the Upcoming USSSA World Series.  The boy’s Baseball World Series will start on Wednesday, July 15th and the girl’s Fast Pitch World Series will start on Monday, July 27th.  Volunteers are needed throughout both events. To volunteer please call 378-2622
 
NORTH HIGH SCHOOL 30-YEAR REUNION
The Columbus North High School class of 1979 is planning a 30 year reunion. Organizers of the reunion are currently trying to contact class members to let them know about the event. If you were part of the class of 1979 you are asked to call 376-7795.