Latest News from Wednesday, May 20th, 2026

COLUMBUS, Ind. — Columbus Parks and Recreation has temporarily closed Mill Race Park after significant rainfall caused flooding throughout low‐lying areas of the park on May 20. Bartholomew County officials have also announced at least two road closings.

INDIANAPOLIS — AAA predicts at least 45 million people will travel in the U.S. this year for Memorial Day weekend, more than 960,000 of those from Indiana.

COLUMBUS/EDINBURGH, Ind. – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued Flood Warnings for three local rivers that will continue until the early parts of the weekend.

COLUMBUS, Ind. -  Colton Ross (Badge CPD 312) joined the ranks as the newest officer in the Columbus Police Department (CPD) on Tuesday morning. Mayor Mary Ferdon swore in Ross at the weekly Board of Public Works and Safety meeting.

GREENWOOD, Ind. - Center Grove High School (CGHS) honored 149 seniors for earning college degrees or certificates through the school’s Early College (EC) program during a ceremony on Monday, May 18.