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EDINBURGH/BUTLERVILLE, Ind. - Camp Atterbury in Johnson County and Muscatatuck Urban Training Center in Jennings County are busy places right now.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - United Way of Bartholomew County debuts a new community event this month, inviting residents to race cardboard boats, enjoy family-friendly activities, and fund a great cause. The inaugural Columbus Riverfest featuring "Ya Gotta Regatta" is on Friday, July 31, at Mill Race Park.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Gov. Mike Braun recently visited Franklin College to highlight how Indiana’s colleges and universities are preparing students for careers in growing industries and help more graduates build their lives in Indiana, as well as Franklin’s life sciences initiative.   

GREENSBURG, Ind. - Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the death of a juvenile whose body was recovered from a private pond in Greensburg on Friday, July 17.

COLUMBUS, Ind. -The Bartholomew County Health Department (BCHD) has warned that various Bartholomew County mosquitoes have tested positive for the West Nile Virus.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Cummins Inc. has announced the promotion of four leaders to the role of vice president, effective Aug. 1, 2026.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus on Tuesday, July 21, finalized a public‑private agreement to build the new Columbus Animal Care facility, a major milestone in the community’s efforts to improve animal welfare and modernize local shelter operations. 

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Louisville and Indiana Railroad Company has contracted Legacy Excavating LLC to perform railroad crossing maintenance at the East County Road 450S railroad tracks next week.

BARGERSVILLE, Ind. - The Bargersville Fire Department was dispatched to the 6600 block of North Waverly Park Road just before 6 a.m. on Thursday for a reported single-vehicle rollover wreck with a trapped occupant. 

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The City of Franklin Government recently completed the development of its 2026 Comprehensive Plan, which will navigate the City's future growth while preserving its historic character, strong neighborhoods, and quality of life.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Bartholomew County Superior Court 1 recently sentenced a Columbus man to three years in the Indiana Department of Corrections after being convicted on two charges, including Intimidation with a Deadly Weapon.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Johnson County Sheriff Duane Burgess swore in five new Merit Deputies earlier this month at the department's headquarters on Hospital Road. 

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - Majestic Care is holding a grand reopening of its memory care facilities at 701 Henry Street on Tuesday, August 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Schneck Foundation presents “Covered and In Control,” a free three-part educational series beginning in August, designed to help participants make informed decisions about Medicare and future care planning.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - A Bartholomew County man is in custody and preliminarily charged with murder as the Columbus Police Department (CPD) investigates the death of a Columbus man on Wednesday night, July 21.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - State and local leaders gathered in Columbus on Tuesday, July 21, to celebrate the official grand opening of the Advanced Machine and Vehicle Innovation Center (AMVIC), a new regional hub for next‑generation commercial vehicle, machine, and power systems innovation.   

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew Consolidated School Foundation (BCSF) recently announced Courtney Rushton as its new Executive Director.

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - A traffic stop conducted by the Jennings County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) resulted in a North Vernon man being taken into custody on multiple drug-related charges on Tuesday, July 21.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Police Department (CPD) was dispatched to a home in the 1400 block of Pearl Street, just after 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, to perform a welfare check.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Three City of Columbus Firefighters were formally recognized by the department at the Tuesday, July 21, Board of Public Works and Safety Meeting held at Columbus City Hall.

COLUMBUS, Ind. – The Columbus Police Department (CPD) responded to the 2200 block of Park Avenue after receiving a report of a suspected overdose on Sunday, July 19, at around 6 a.m.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Landmark Columbus Foundation recently announced that it had welcomed Beth Hughes as its Director of Civic Connections. 

WHITELAND, Ind. - Bright Beginnings, a Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) initiative, in partnership with the Johnson County Public Library (JCPL), will host an "Early Care and Education Provider Fair" at the JCPL Whiteland branch, 350 Clearwater Blvd.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - River Valley Legal Aid/Pro Bono Indiana presents a free, legal aid walk-in clinic on Friday, July 24, at the Franklin branch of the Johnson County Library, 401 State St.

WHITELAND, Ind. - The official Grand Opening of "Redwood Whiteland" is this Thursday, July 23, at 36 D Redtrunk Lane, in Whiteland. A brief ceremony is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Refreshments will be served, and tours will be offered.

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - Leadership Jennings County is seeking applicants for its next cohort, which will begin in October and conclude in April 2027.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - With the help of a READI 2.0 Art and Culture Grant, the City of Columbus and ColumBUS Transit are collaborating with Indiana University’s J. Irwin Miller Architecture Program within the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design, and Indianapolis-based fabricator Ignition Arts.

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind.- The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting multiple rounds of possible thunderstorms across south-central Indiana beginning late Monday night, July 20, and continuing through Tuesday evening, July 21. An air quality alert has also been issued through 11:59 p.m. on Monday.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Duke Energy recently provided the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office with a grant that allows every deputy to be equipped with a breaching tool in their patrol vehicle.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation (BCSC) "Back-to-School" magazine is now available.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Columbus Regional Health (CRH) is providing information and clearing up any confusion in the community about Anthem health insurance coverage at CRH. There have been changes affecting Anthem patients, particularly those who have Anthem Medicaid.

FRANKLIN, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced an approach closure for U.S. 31/Lemley Street in Johnson County.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic (CIP) will perform "Brass in Good Measure," a special CIP brass ensemble program, on August 21, at First Christian Church, 531 Fifth St., in downtown Columbus.

GREENWOOD, Ind. – The Center Grove Community School Corporation (CGCSC) has announced that Shaun Farmer is the next principal of Maple Grove Elementary School. He replaces Brooke Phillips, who resigned at the end of June.

GREENWOOD, Ind. - The City of Greenwood congratulates Endress+Hauser on the recent grand opening of its new USA Innovation Center and George E. Booth Co. Headquarters in Greenwood.

BROWNSTOWN, Ind. - The second annual Jackson County Chamber Pickleball Tournament is scheduled for Friday, August 21, at the Brownstown Pickleball Courts located at the Town Park on E. Spring Street.

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The Jennings County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) will once again host "National Night Out" on Tuesday, August 4, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Jennings County Fairgrounds.

BARGERSVILLE, Ind. - The Bargersville Fire Department was dispatched to the White River near Waverly Park in Morgan County on Thursday afternoon when four kayakers became stranded after encountering a log jam.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Following ongoing moisture issues at the facility, the Columbus Fire Department (CFD) has temporarily relocated personnel from Fire Station 5 on Thursday, July 16.

ELIZABETHTOWN, Ind.- Reserve Deputy Michael Barnes, who was acting in his capacity as an Elizabethtown Volunteer Firefighter, recently responded to assist with a reported traffic accident.

BROWNSTOWN, Ind. - The 2026 Jackson County Agricultural Fair and 4-H Exhibition starts its week-long run on Sunday, July 26, and continues through Saturday, August 1, in Brownstown.

TRAFALGAR, Ind. - The Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) has announced that a design by artist Isabella Freshour was recently selected for this year's Color the County Mural program.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Prosecutor's Office announced that Derrick Brown, of Columbus, was sentenced on July 9 for two separate counts of Dealing in a Narcotic Drug (level 5 felonies).

HOPE, Ind. - The Town of Hope Water Utility Department announced Wednesday that it has issued a Boil Water Advisory until Saturday, July 18, at 2 a.m., for all customers due to a loss of water pressure and/or a disruption in the water distribution system.

EDINBURGH, Ind. - The Edinburgh Police Department (EPD) and Edinburgh Fire and Rescue responded to Indiana Premium Outlets on Wednesday, July 15, at around 3:30 p.m., after being dispatched about a pedestrian being struck.   

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Crump Theatre announced this week that the State of Indiana recently awarded it nearly $6.1 million in READI 2.0 funds for the revitalization of the historic theatre.

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The Jennings County School Corporation (JCSC) has released its new personal communication device policy in compliance with the statewide restriction (Indiana law SEA 78). It will be in effect for the 2026-2027 school year.

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has issued an Air Quality Action Day for today, Wednesday, July 15, at 11:59 p.m.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Joint Narcotics Enforcement Team (JNET) seized a pound of methamphetamine and a loaded handgun following a traffic stop on Monday, July 13.

EDINBURGH, Ind. - The German Township Fire Department, Edinburgh Fire and Rescue, and other local fire agencies were dispatched to the northbound lanes of I-65 at the 79-mile marker for a large semi fire in the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 14. 

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - After a brief period of comfortable summer temperatures, the National Weather Service (NWS) says hot weather is returning to south-central Indiana this week.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Bartholomew County Emergency Management (BCEM) says hotter weather is back for Columbus and the surrounding area through the weekend.

COLUMBUS, Ind. – The Columbus Fire Department (CFD) has welcomed six new members, bringing the department to full staffing. Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon swore in the new hires at Tuesday's Board of Public Works and Safety meeting at Columbus City Hall.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Johnson County 4-H and Agricultural Fair officially opens on Sunday, but the Fair Parade is set for this Saturday afternoon in downtown Franklin.

SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Indiana State Police (ISP)-Versailles Post conducted a targeted enforcement patrol in Seymour and the surrounding area last Friday evening, July 10. During the procedure, 115 traffic violations were recorded, almost 50 citations were issued, and seven individuals were arrested.  

INDIANAPOLIS – In honor of Car Collector Appreciation Day last Friday, the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) is reminding Hoosiers about its "Authentic Model Year License Plate Program."

COLUMBUS, Ind. -UPDATE: 7:46 a.m.: Roadway has been cleared. I-65 northbound is closed between between US 31 (near Taylorsville) and County Line (near Edinburgh) on Tuesday morning, July 14.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) announced Monday, July 13, that for the second consecutive year, its audit with the Indiana State Board of Accounts revealed no adverse fiscal findings.

COLUMBUS, Ind. — State and local leaders will gather in Columbus on Tuesday, July 21, to celebrate the official grand opening of the Advanced Machine and Vehicle Innovation Center (AMVIC). Indiana Governor Mike Braun and Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon are scheduled to deliver keynote remarks highlighting the region's expanding role in advanced energy research and economic development.

INDIANAPOLIS – Crew Carwash has announced the return of its "Crew for Kids" fundraiser in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters. The big day is this Saturday, July 18, at all 54 Crew Carwash locations in Indiana, including locally at 1525 National Road in Columbus and three in Greenwood.

SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Seymour Community School Corporation (SCSC) is preparing to welcome students back for the 2026-2027 school year in less than a month.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - U.S. Rep. Jefferson Shreve visited NexusPark and the Circle K Fieldhouse this week, meeting with Columbus Parks and Recreation Director Nikki Murphy and NexusPark Fieldhouse Manager Martavius Mims to learn more about the community’s growing sports, recreation, and tourism hub.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Columbus Animal Care Services is partnering with ChampionZone Virtual Golf and Patriot Café in Edinburgh to host "Pars for Pets," a virtual golf tournament scramble benefiting the adoption medical fund of Columbus Animal Care Services.

REDDINGTON, Ind. - A Reddington woman who was reported missing to the Jackson County Sheriff's Department at 4:50 a.m. on Friday was found safe early Friday afternoon.

EDINBURGH, Ind. - Edinburgh Fire and Rescue recently announced that Scott Russell has joined the Department as its newest paramedic.

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - Two Jennings County residents have been jailed on felony drug charges. The incident began when Lt. Thomas Mellencamp of the Jennings County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at around 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 9.

PATRIOT, Ind. - Just before 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, the Indiana State Police (ISP)-Versailles Post and other law enforcement officers responded to a home in the 11000 Block of Bryants Creek Road in rural Switzerland County, after receiving reports of a person being shot.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) has announced that applications for the 2027 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship open on August 1.

FRANKLIN, Ind. – The Torchfire Film Festival will be back at the Historic Artcraft Theatre in downtown Franklin on Thursday, August 27, at 7 p.m.

SHELBYVILLE, Ind. - River Valley Legal Aid and Pro Bono Indiana announce a free legal walk-in Clinic on Wednesday, July 15, at the Blue River Community Foundation. The clinic will be held from 3 to 5 p.m.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Area Chamber Foundation continues to offer "Catalyst 100," a new initiative designed to strengthen at least 100 small businesses across Bartholomew County in 500 days.

COLUMBUS, Ind. – The 2026 Jack Cramer Ideals of Athletic Competition Award Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, July 29, at 5:30 p.m. in the Jim Lienhoop Meeting Room A at NexusPark, on 25th Street in Columbus.

SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Jackson County Public Library will host a miniCon for all ages this Monday, July 13, through Wednesday, July 15, at the Seymour Library. The Friends of the Jackson County Library sponsor all of the free activities.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Franklin officials say they are happy with the progress of roadway improvements, infrastructure projects, and construction that have taken place in the City of Franklin during the second quarter of 2026. 

GREENWOOD, Ind. - On or after the evening of Monday, July 13, Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) crews will reduce southbound I-65 to one lane between County Line Road (Exit 101) and Main Street (Exit 99) from approximately 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.

COLUMBUS, Ind. -  The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic (CIP) has announced the lineup for its Fall 2026 series of Cabaret at the Commons. Tickets for the three-show series are now available. 

NORTH VERNON, Ind. – A cybersecurity incident involving the Jennings County Clerk’s Microsoft 365 email account was identified on Thursday, July 9.

SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Jackson County Public Library and the Seymour Parks and Recreation Department have partnered to bring "World Foamous Foam Parties" to Shields Park in Seymour from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday, July 17.

STORY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) crews plan to begin chip seal operations on State Road 135 in Brown County on or after Monday, July 13.

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - Detectives with the Jennings County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) received a cybertip, in early July, through the National Center for Exploited or Missing Children (NCMEC), that a North Vernon man was receiving and distributing Child Sex Abuse Material.

BATESVILLE, Ind. - The Indiana State Police (ISP)-Versailles Post investigated a two-vehicle crash in eastern Ripley County on Monday, July 6, at 5:30 p.m., that claimed the life of a Decatur County motorcyclist.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) has announced the official certification of Deputy Robert Cooper and his K-9 partner, Hondo.

INDIANAPOLIS - The National Weather Service in Indianapolis is forecasting the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms across south-central Indiana on Thursday evening, July 9, into early Friday morning, July 10.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - At a sentencing hearing on July 1, Judge James Worton of the Bartholomew County Superior Court 1 ordered Joshua McKinsey, of Columbus, to serve seven years in the Indiana Department of Correction. He had pleaded guilty on June 1.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Police Department (CPD) announced on Tuesday that for the next two weeks, police officers and local first responders will be at Columbus North High School conducting "active shooter" training.

EDINBURGH, Ind. - The Town of Edinburgh recently passed Ordinance 2026-6 and the corresponding Fee Schedule for Utility Task Vehicles (UTV). The ordinance will be valid as of July 17.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Leadership Bartholomew County (LBC) facilitator Amanda Cox has announced that applications for the 2026–2027 Leadership Bartholomew County Class are now available.   

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Centra Credit Union recently announced that it has been recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions for 2026.

INDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says that hunters can now apply for reserved hunts online. The reserved hunts include private and public land hunts.

RIPLEY COUNTY, Ind. - The Indiana State Police (ISP) and emergency personnel responded to a property damage crash involving an overturned semi on eastbound I-74 near the 151-mile marker in Ripley County at around 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7.

SUNMAN, Ind. - The Indiana State Police (ISP)-Versailles Post investigated a two-vehicle fatal accident on State Road 46 in northern Dearborn County on Friday, July 3.

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The online application for the 2027 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship, administered by Heritage Fund and Independent Colleges of Indiana, is now available.

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The City of North Vernon recently invested $392,000 through its Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program to help 20 homeowners complete critical home repairs. Funding was also provided by the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA).

FRANKLIN, Ind. - It won't be long now. The 2026 Johnson County 4-H and Agricultural Fair is set for July 19-25 at the Johnson County Fairgrounds in  Franklin.

SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Jackson County Young Professionals (JCYP) is having a lunch social on Thursday, July 16, from noon to 1 p.m., at Schwatzer's Restaurant, 113 Indianapolis Ave., in Seymour. 

COLUMBUS, Ind. - As part of the 250th celebration of America's birthday, the City of Columbus held a hot dog eating contest downtown on July 4 during "Celebrate 250 Day."