COLUMBUS, Ind. - After the recent resignation of City Council President Frank Miller, the Columbus City Council elected new leadership at its Tuesday, September 2 meeting.
The council voted to elect Kent Anderson as the new City Council President and Elaine Hilber as Vice President.
Miller resigned last week. Council members recognized him for his nearly three years of guidance as the city transitioned into a second-class city.
Columbus firefighters battle car fire on Gilmore Street
COLUMBUS, Ind. - A vehicle fire parked outside of a residence briefly closed the 2300 block of Gilmore Street on Friday morning, September 4.
Bartholomew County Deputies, Edinburgh Police involved in motorcycle pursuit
EDINBURGH, Ind. - The Edinburgh Police Department attempted to stop a motorcycle that had fled from a Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office Deputy on Thursday, September 3.
City of Columbus approves Carr Hill road extension
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus has awarded a $290,305 contract to Walls Excavating LLC for the Carr Hill Road extension project.
Columbus City Council gives final approval for annexation, rezoning for Sawin Drive development
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus City Council officially approved the annexation and rezoning of roughly 80 acres off Sawin Drive during its Tuesday meeting, clearing the way for a potential new residential development.
Carter elected as new Johnson County Coroner
JOHNSON COUNTY, Ind. - Deputy Coroner Kerria Carter was elected as the new Johnson County Coroner on Wednesday, September 2.