LGBTQ+ youth center opens in Columbus
An Indianapolis organization serving LGBTQ+ youth is expanding to new locations, including Columbus.
BCSC receives grant for robots made to help students with autism
Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. is purchasing two more robotic helpers for students on the spectrum.
Republic seeks ‘Woman of the Year’ nominations
The Republic is accepting nominations for its annual Woman of the Year, a prestigious honor that recognizes one woman from Bartholomew County for her contributions toward creating a vital community. Honorees are selected on their contributions to creating a high quality of life here with an emphasis on long-term activity, hands-on work and diverse involvement.
Community calendar – Dec. 4
Events listed for Monday, Dec. 4
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Columbus Festival of Lights Parade returns with big crowd
Perhaps the only thing warmer than the 50-degree temperature just before the Columbus Festival of Lights Parade returned Saturday night — after a year’s absence — were the smiles of children and others along the mile-long route, mostly along Washington Street.
Recycling is up, but landfill is increasing its gate fee in 2024
This year’s statistics show Columbus and Bartholomew County residents remain committed to recycling.
Christmas of Yesteryear draws crowd in Hope
HOPE — ‘Christmas of Yesteryear,’ presented by the Yellow Trail Museum, took place Friday in the Hope Town Square.
Utilities working with Ninth Avenue on sewer discharge issues
Columbus City Utilities is working with Ninth Avenue Foods to address problems with the company’s wastewater.
Free stress management workshop planned
ASAP Rethinking Wellness will sponsor a “Managing the Stress Cycle” workshop next Friday, Dec. 8 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Mill Race Center.