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Columbus woman facing arson charges following back-to-back house and vehicle fires
COLUMBUS — A local woman is in custody facing felony arson charges after authorities say she intentionally set fire to a pickup truck and two...
Twenty-Five Years Later, Columbus Honors Lives Lost on 9/11
Under clear blue skies and a light breeze reminiscent of the morning 25 years ago, hundreds gathered Monday on the steps of Columbus City Hall to mark the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. About 200 people, including students from CSA Lincoln and Central…
Ceremony to be held at City Hall to observe the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11
The City of Columbus invites the community to join in commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. A remembrance ceremony will be held on Friday, September 11, 2026, on the Columbus City Hall Plaza at 123 Washington Street, beginning at…
Report ranks Columbus No. 1 for retirement affordability and safety
In a recent article published by Travel + Leisure, Columbus, Indiana was named the safest and most affordable place to retire in 2026, according to a new ranking by personal finance website GoBankingRates. The study reviewed crime rates, housing costs and retirement income tax…
Statement Regarding Recent ICE Activity in Columbus
We are aware of the recent reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity at a local restaurant earlier today. Neither the city administration nor the Columbus Police Department received any advance notice about this operation, and we were not aware it was happening.…
Columbus Police Launch Safe-Driving Surge to Reduce Dangerous Driving
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Police Department will conduct a monthlong safe‑driving blitz throughout September aimed at reducing dangerous driving behaviors and preventing crashes that cause injuries. The police department identified several high‑risk areas through an analysis…
Heat Advisory in Effect Tuesday Through Thursday
A heat advisory will be in effect from 2 p.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Thursday across much of central, east central, north central, south central, southeast, southwest and west central Indiana. Forecasters say peak heat index values may reach 105 degrees each afternoon, with…
Columbus Celebrates Groundbreaking for New Animal Care Center
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Columbus Animal Care Services on Wednesday broke ground on its new shelter, the Wendy H. Elwood Animal Care Services Center, marking a major milestone in the city’s effort to expand and modernize local animal care. The 21,000‑square‑foot facility will be built…
DPW, ColumBUS honor employees for faithful service, host appreciation lunch
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Department of Public Works recognized 10 employees Tuesday during its annual Faithful Service Award ceremony, celebrating a combined 175 years of service to the community. ColumBUS Transit also honored employee Ronald Dykes for five years of service.…
Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon Honored with APAPA Indiana Chapter Award for Community Leadership
INDIANAPOLIS - Aug. 22, 2026 - Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon has been honored by the Asian Pacific American Public Affairs (APAPA) Indiana Chapter for her leadership in making Columbus a welcoming, inclusive and resilient community. Mayor Ferdon received APAPA’s Community Strength…