The City of Columbus, Indiana, in partnership with the Columbus Capital Foundation (CCF), has issued a coordinated Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and a Request for Information (RFI) to accelerate transformative downtown redevelopment initiatives aligned with the Columbus Downtown 2030 Strategic Plan. The two initiatives invite experienced development teams to shape the future of downtown Columbus [...]
The Columbus Department of Public Works officially opened its new Arcadia Drive facility on May 20, drawing an estimated 230 residents, city employees and local officials for a ribbon‑cutting ceremony held during National Public Works Week. Rainy weather didn’t deter attendees, who gathered to hear remarks from Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon, Public Works Director [...]
All city offices will be closed on Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth. Curbside collections will be on schedule with no delays. Check your pickup day here. Columbus City Utilities offices will also be closed. If you have a problem with your water or sewer service, please call 812-372-8861 and follow the prompts.
Columbus, Indiana — The City of Columbus welcomed Christina Wegelein, Minister Counselor/Political Affairs from the German embassy in Washington D.C., for a visit focused on exploring Columbus’s role as a global hub for industry and innovation, its economic partnerships, and the promotion of cultural exchange. Kent Anderson, a member of the Columbus City Council with strong [...]
Members of the City of Columbus Encampment Task Force pose for a photo after being presented with the United Way of Bartholomew County’s Advocate of the Year Award during the United Way’s Annual meeting at The Commons in Columbus, Indiana, Wednesday, April 29, 2026.Mike Wolanin | City of Columbus Columbus, Indiana — Wednesday, [...]
Columbus, IN — The city of Columbus encourages residents, businesses, and organizations to participate in Indiana’s statewide tornado drill on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Columbus City Hall will be participating in the drill. Other city facilities have been encouraged to participate as well. The drill is scheduled for [...]
Columbus, IN — Update - 03.09.2026 12:00 pm All Flood Warnings in the County have expired. http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Bartholomew County locations that are impacted by flooding include: 3/9/26 – 3:00 PM Update Only a couple of roads remain closed at this time as well as the parks and People Trails. These closures are due to [...]
Columbus, IN —The 2026 State of the City Address is now available to watch online. This annual address provided an overview of the City’s accomplishments over the past year, highlight current initiatives, and outline priorities for the year ahead.
Columbus, IN – Update: 01.30.2026 -9:00 pm Columbus City Utilities (CCU) has announced that water services have been restored following a water main break that occurred late hours of Thursday at the intersection of 7th and Franklin Streets. Franklin Street at the intersection of 7th and Franklin will be open Saturday morning for traffic, but [...]
Closures Update 01.27.2026 - 8:30 am: City of Columbus will have an E-working Day on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. All city facilities will be closed; however, phone and email communications will continue to be monitored. Essential personnel, including those in law enforcement, fire services, the Department of Public Works, Utilities, and others, will operate as usual. [...]