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COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Friends of Columbus Animal Care Services (FCACS) invite the community to saddle up and ride once again to benefit Columbus Animal Care Services (CACS). Registration is now open for the 2026 Moonlight Loop 19-mile evening bike ride through Columbus, Indiana. The ride will take place on Saturday, August 22, at 9 p.m. and will start and finish at the Bartholomew County Library Plaza.

HOPE, Ind. — In January 2026 , Alisha Roberts Insurance Agency launched Protect Those Who Protect Us, a new community initiative pledging $1,000 each month to support a local volunteer fire department. Alisha Roberts is excited to have helped four other area volunteer fire departments this year. Most recently Hartsville Community & VFD and Clay Township VFD. The May 2026 pledge will benefit the Hope Volunteer Fire Department.

INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana Governor Mike Braun has announced the extension of the state's gas tax holiday, a decision that will more than double the savings motorists experience at fuel stations across the state. The Republican governor extended his April 8 emergency energy declaration by an additional 30 days, ensuring relief for drivers will continue into early June.