COLUMBUS, Ind. - Columbus Fire Department (CPD) firefighters assisted the Bartholomew County Water Rescue team on Wednesday evening on a flooded Clifty Creek near 850 U.S. 31N.
Several homeless individuals and pets were moved to safety after emergency personnel used boats to remove them from harm's way.
In addition to deploying a CFD boat, CFD firefighters utilized their drone equipped with a thermal imagery camera to ensure all persons and pets were accounted for.
Semi hits I-65 bridge over U.S. 31
TAYLORSVILLE, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) and German Township Volunteer Fire Department (GTVFD) responded to a one-vehicle crash on southbound U.S. 31 in Taylorsville late Friday afternoon.
Greenwood Fire Department achieves 'ISO Class 1' rating
GREENWOOD, Ind.— The Greenwood Fire Department (GFD) has earned an "ISO Class 1 Public Protection Classification" (PPC) rating, placing the department among the highest-rated fire protection organizations in the country.
Columbus Board of Works approves wellness contract extension for police officers
COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Columbus Board of Public Works and Safety has approved a contract renewal with The Resiliency Practice LLC to continue providing confidential mental health and counseling services for local police officers.
BCSO arrests suspect following reported battery and firearm incident
COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) arrested a Columbus man after an alleged battery on Saturday, October 10.
Ivy Tech Columbus celebrates 2026 Distinguished Alumni, Benefactor of Year honorees
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Ivy Tech Community College Columbus recently recognized Ashley Curry and Carolyn N. Pitt for their contributions during a statewide celebration in Indianapolis.
