Columbus, IN — The Department of Public Works will start yard waste collection starting Monday, March 17, 2025. Yard waste toters are collected on a weekly basis, the same day as your trash pickup. This program is intended for the disposal of common green yard wastes such as grass clippings, weeds, leaves, and flowers. For more [...]
Columbus, IN –The city of Columbus is excited to share that it has received $1,500,000 in matching funds from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) through the Community Crossings Matching Grant program. These funds will be allocated to enhance over 5.6 miles of roads within the city. Initiated in 2016, the Community Crossings Matching Grant [...]
Columbus, Indiana – The City of Columbus will be opening Donner Center as a warming center for the community on Tuesday, January 14 and Wednesday, January 15, 2025. The center will operate from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on both days, providing a safe and warm refuge for those in need. Animals are welcome at [...]
Columbus, IN — Today, on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated officers of the Columbus Police Department. Your unwavering commitment to keeping our community safe does not go unnoticed. Every day, you put yourselves on the front lines, facing challenges with courage and [...]
Columbus, IN — The Columbus Annual MLK Day Breakfast is scheduled for Monday, January 20, 2025, at the Commons. There is no admission fee, and attendees can enjoy a complimentary hot buffet breakfast starting at 7:00 am. The Columbus 28th Annual MLK Day committee warmly invites the community to join the program, themed “All-In: It’s [...]
Update - January 9, 2025 - 8:00am Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Bartholomew County Friday through Saturday. Bartholomew County’s Travel Status remains at an Advisory Level (Yellow). Colder air returns early next week with lows near 0° and wind chills as low as -10°. Key Messages: Bartholomew County is still under an Advisory [...]
Columbus, Indiana – In anticipation of the upcoming winter weather, the City of Columbus will be opening Donner Center as a warming center for the community on Wednesday, December 11, and Thursday, December 12. The center will operate from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on both days, providing a safe and warm refuge for those [...]
Columbus, IN - At the request of the county fire chiefs, the Bartholomew County Commissioners signed a Countywide Burn Ban this morning. The ban is effective immediately and will remain in place through Sunday, September 22nd. Due to moderate drought conditions, and lack of rain in the forecast, it is anticipated the ban will be extended [...]
COLUMBUS, IN – The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) announced today that Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative 2.0 (READI 2.0) projects are officially moving forward in south central Indiana with the expansion of NexusPark, a health, wellness and recreation facility dedicated to improving the lives of Hoosiers in Columbus and the surrounding communities. Governor Eric [...]
Columbus, IN - The City of Columbus is set to present the final report on the Columbus Housing Study and Needs Assessment on Thursday, September 19, 2024. The event will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the Cal Brand Meeting Hall at City Hall, featuring insights from the consulting firm RDG Planning and Design. Following the [...]