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Bartholomew County Property Tax bills are coming
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Bartholomew County Treasurer Barbara Hackman has announced that property tax bills will be sent out soon.
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'Hutchfest 2026' is set for last weekend in April
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Hutchfest 2026 is being stormed by a British Invasion. The annual fundraiser is at The Crump Theatre on Saturday, April 25, featuring The Revelators and The Rigbys.
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FCHS hosts college/career fair for students on April 23
FRANKLIN, Ind. - Franklin Community High School i(FCHS) has announced that it will hold its annual College and Career Fair on Thursday, April 23, at 10 a.m.
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Bargersville Fire Department responds to truck fire
BARGERSVILLE, Ind. - The Bargersville Fire Department was dispatched just before 12:30 p.m. on Thursday to the intersection of North County Road 800W and West County Road 100N for a reported vehicle fire.
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Schneck health experts share healthy aging tips at upcoming 'Live Well, Age Wisely' event
SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Schneck Foundation invites the community to a special seminar, "Live Well, Age Wisely," designed to empower individuals with practical tips and proven strategies for staying healthy, active, and feeling their best as they age.
Johnson County News
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FCHS hosts college/career fair for students on April 23
FRANKLIN, Ind. - Franklin Community High School i(FCHS) has announced that it will hold its annual College and Career Fair on Thursday, April 23, at 10 a.m.
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Bargersville Fire Department responds to truck fire
BARGERSVILLE, Ind. - The Bargersville Fire Department was dispatched just before 12:30 p.m. on Thursday to the intersection of North County Road 800W and West County Road 100N for a reported vehicle fire.
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JCREMC opens spring 2026 'Operation Round-Up' grant cycle
FRANKLIN, Ind. — Johnson County REMC (JCREMC) has announced that applications for the spring 2026 cycle of "Operation Round-Up" are now available.
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'Pets on the Trail' Walkathon is set for April 26
FRANKLIN, Ind. - Franklin Parks and Recreation presents "Pets on the Trail," an inclusive walkathon on Sunday, April 26, at 1 p.m. All people and pets of any size are welcome.
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Bright Beginnings, JCPL host Early Care and Education Provider Fair
FRANKLIN, 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 Franklin branch, 401 S. State Street, in Franklin.
Jennings County News
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Schneck health experts share healthy aging tips at upcoming 'Live Well, Age Wisely' event
SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Schneck Foundation invites the community to a special seminar, "Live Well, Age Wisely," designed to empower individuals with practical tips and proven strategies for staying healthy, active, and feeling their best as they age.
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Indiana launches campaign against distracted driving
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI), Indiana State Police (ISP), and local law enforcement are partnering to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving as part of the annual Indiana Safer Roads Campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
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North Vernon man charged with possession of child sex abuse materials, bestiality
NORTH VERNON, Ind. - Following an extensive investigation, the Jennings County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) on Monday, March 30, arrested Gabriel Guenthenspberger, 25, of North Vernon, after receiving a cyber tip through the Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
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Heffelfinger is NVPD 'Officer of Year'
NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The North Vernon Police Department (NVPD) has named Officer Graham Heffelfinger as its 2025 Officer of the Year.
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North Vernon Police arrest reckless driver near Muscatatuck Park
NORTH VERNON, IN – The North Vernon Police Department (NVPD) took a Madison woman into custody on charges of Reckless Driving on Saturday, March 28.
Jackson County News
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Schneck health experts share healthy aging tips at upcoming 'Live Well, Age Wisely' event
SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Schneck Foundation invites the community to a special seminar, "Live Well, Age Wisely," designed to empower individuals with practical tips and proven strategies for staying healthy, active, and feeling their best as they age.
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Jackson County pair jailed on drug charges after traffic stop
SEYMOUR, Ind. - Two men were busted by the Seymour Police Department (SPD) after their car was stopped for a traffic violation near West 9th and North Elm Streets on Wednesday, April 1, at 6:20 p.m.
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Seymour kindergarten registration for 2026-2027 school year is Tuesday
SEYMOUR, Ind. - Seymour Community Schools is having a "Kindergarten Enrollment Roundup" on Tuesday, April 7, at its five elementary schools. Parents with children entering kindergarten in the 2026-2027 school year should register their child at the school that day.
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Indiana launches campaign against distracted driving
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI), Indiana State Police (ISP), and local law enforcement are partnering to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving as part of the annual Indiana Safer Roads Campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
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Apply now for vendor status at this year's outdoor Seymour Farmers Market
SEYMOUR, Ind. - Seymour Main Street has announced that the Seymour Area Farmers Market is now accepting applications for the upcoming outdoor season. Spaces fill quickly, so vendors are encouraged to apply early.
Bartholomew County News
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Bartholomew County Property Tax bills are coming
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Bartholomew County Treasurer Barbara Hackman has announced that property tax bills will be sent out soon.
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'Hutchfest 2026' is set for last weekend in April
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Hutchfest 2026 is being stormed by a British Invasion. The annual fundraiser is at The Crump Theatre on Saturday, April 25, featuring The Revelators and The Rigbys.
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Mayor Ferdon issues statement after tragedy
COLUMBUS, Ind. - On Monday evening, an 11-year-old girl disappeared in the water of East Fork White River in Mill Race Park in Columbus. After more than two days of searching, her body was recovered on Thursday morning.
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UPDATE: Conservation officers find body of missing 11-year-old in East Fork of the White River
COLUMBUS, Ind. - UPDATE (Thursday morning): Indiana Conservation Officers with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources have recovered the body of the 11-year-old girl who went missing in the East Fork of the White River in Columbus on Monday evening.
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INDOT bridge deck project on North US 31 in Columbus starts Monday
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) contractor E&B Paving, Inc., is scheduled to begin a bridge deck overlay project on U.S. 31 between Lowell Road and Commerce Drive on or after Monday, April 6.
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Bartholomew County Property Tax bills are coming
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Bartholomew County Treasurer Barbara Hackman has announced that property tax bills will be sent out soon.
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'Hutchfest 2026' is set for last weekend in April
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Hutchfest 2026 is being stormed by a British Invasion. The annual fundraiser is at The Crump Theatre on Saturday, April 25, featuring The Revelators and The Rigbys.
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FCHS hosts college/career fair for students on April 23
FRANKLIN, Ind. - Franklin Community High School i(FCHS) has announced that it will hold its annual College and Career Fair on Thursday, April 23, at 10 a.m.
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Bargersville Fire Department responds to truck fire
BARGERSVILLE, Ind. - The Bargersville Fire Department was dispatched just before 12:30 p.m. on Thursday to the intersection of North County Road 800W and West County Road 100N for a reported vehicle fire.
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Schneck health experts share healthy aging tips at upcoming 'Live Well, Age Wisely' event
SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Schneck Foundation invites the community to a special seminar, "Live Well, Age Wisely," designed to empower individuals with practical tips and proven strategies for staying healthy, active, and feeling their best as they age.
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Dan Burbrink Scholarship Dinner
Join us to raise funds for a Bartholomew Co. 4H & FFA scholarship in memory of Dan Burbrink.
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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...
at The Commons
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