Two Hospitalized After German Township Home Fire
Firefighters rescued one person from the burning home in Bartholomew County.
Historic talk to be held about former Goins Hotel
Court records reveal new details on disappearance, death of 17-year-old Indiana girl
Weather
Freezing Drizzle Could Turn Icy This Morning
Roads may become slippery due to wintry mix in Columbus, Indiana

Edinburgh Garage Damaged in Friday Fire
Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze, limiting property damage.
Duke Foundation Provides $55K in Grants for Cold-Weather Relief
Funds will support warming shelters, emergency supplies, and blankets across central and southern Indiana
Sports
Navy's Newell sets Indoor Star Meet record
Rutan makes Tennessee debut in softball season opener

Columbus East Sends All 11 Wrestlers to Semi-State
Local wrestling programs shine at the IHSAA Regional tournament
Columbus North Sends Four Wrestlers to Semi-State
Bull Dogs deliver gritty, resilient performance at Jeffersonville Regional
Lifestyle
Students Recognized for Progress at Saturday Event
Umoja initiative celebrates student achievements during IU Columbus basketball game

Salvation Army Seeks Donations to Make Up Red Kettle Shortfall
The local Salvation Army branch fell short of its $245,000 fundraising goal in December.
Community Church Service Kicks Off Black History Month
Annual event hosted by African American Pastors Alliance and African American Foundation draws diverse congregations.
Crime
Columbus Man Arrested in Jennings Drug Dealing Investigation
Authorities seized meth, cocaine, and firearms during search warrant execution.

Jennings County Man Arrested for Child Pornography
Welfare check leads to multiple search warrants and drug charges
Columbus man charged after crash, fleeing police
Authorities say the driver was intoxicated and fled the scene before leading officers on a pursuit.
Health
Columbus Mental Health Counseling Agency to Cease Operations
Family Service of Bartholomew County cites "stark financial realities" in decision to shut down by end of February.

Columbus Fire Department Approves Cancer Screening Contract
Mobile unit to provide biennial cancer screenings for all 98 firefighters and staff
Doctors Urge Snow Days Over More Screen Time for Kids
Experts cite mental health benefits of outdoor play during winter storms.