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.
Both lanes were closed for over an hour as ISP troopers directed vehicles to pass on the right shoulder.
Although traffic was never at a standstill, it was slowed to a crawl during the removal and cleanup.
Columbus Fire Department announces full staffing after hiring six members
COLUMBUS, Ind.– The Columbus Fire Department (CFD) welcomes six members, bringing the department to full staffing. Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon swore in the newst merbers of the Fire Department at Tuesday's Board of Public Works and Safety meeting held at Columbus City Hall.
I-65 Northbound closed due to crash
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.
Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office passes fiscal audit
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.
Governor Braun, Mayor Ferdon speak at 'Advanced Machine and Vehicle Innovation Center' grand opening next week
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.
Crew Carwash hosts 17th annual fundraiser to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters
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.
