BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY, Ind. - Southeastern Indiana REMC has confirmed that an internet fiber line was cut outside of its network on Tuesday evening.
It is still affecting several service providers in the area on Wednesday morning. There is no estimated time for restoration.
Officials are aware of the widespread internet fiber outage and are working to identify and fix the issue as soon as possible. They ask for you patience and understanding while their team works to restore service.
BCSO Lt. Knoef completes FBI National Academy training
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) congratulates Lt. Gary Knoef on graduating from the FBI National Academy in the 298th session at the FBI Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia. It is the same facility where the FBI trains its new special agents and intelligence analysts.
Bartholomew County opens 'Cooling Stations' to help beat the heat
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Bartholomew County Emergency Management (BCEM) says the National Weather Service forecasts excessive heat and humidity for the rest of the week. The extreme temperatures are predicted to reach the mid-90s, with heat index values exceeding 100 degrees, posing a serious threat to health and safety, particularly for vulnerable populations.
'Heat Advisory' issued for south-central Indiana
SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has announced that a Heat Advisory is in effect for a large portion of the Hoosier State from noon on Monday, June 29, through Thursday, July 2, at 8 p.m.
Weeklong 'Celebrate 250' festival in Columbus starts Monday
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus is partnering with Red Arch Community Events, Inc., to present "Celebrate 250," a weeklong festival marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Columbus erects banners downtown recognizing Revolutionary War soldiers
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus has installed 21 commemorative banners along Washington Street in downtown Columbus honoring Revolutionary War soldiers buried in Bartholomew County.
'Catalyst Academy' awards $40K to 8 entrepreneurs
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation celebrated the "Catalyst Academy Demo Day" on Thursday evening, June 25, at Helen Haddad Hall, awarding $40,000 in startup funding to eight entrepreneurs who completed the six-month business incubator program.
Registration price for Moonlight Loop bike ride increases July 1
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Friends of Columbus Animal Care Services (FCACS) is encouraging potential participants to sign up for this year’s "Moonlight Loop" evening bike before the price increase on July 1.
Columbus man gets 5 years for violation of no-contact order, other felony charges
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Prosecutor's Office handed down a five-year sentence last week to Timothy Munn, of Columbus, for felony offenses that occurred in late 2024.
