Bartholomew County News from Tuesday, July 14th, 2026

COLUMBUS, Ind. – The Columbus Fire Department (CFD) has welcomed six new members, bringing the department to full staffing. Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon swore in the new hires at Tuesday's Board of Public Works and Safety meeting at Columbus City Hall.

COLUMBUS, Ind. -UPDATE: 7:46 a.m.: Roadway has been cleared. I-65 northbound is closed between between US 31 (near Taylorsville) and County Line (near Edinburgh) on Tuesday morning, July 14.