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      <title>City of Columbus closes Parking Lot 10 last 3 weeks of October</title>
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      <title>Mill Race Theatre Co. announces auditions for 'Miracle on 34th Street'</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. — Officials from Jennings County and local municipalities met on Monday, September 28, to recommend adjustments to how state local income taxes are distributed among municipal units.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[SEYMOUR, Ind. — A residential property on Seymour's East Fourth Street is one step closer to commercial redevelopment following a recent Seymour Common Council vote.]]></description>
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      <title>Unmapped infrastructure delays 2nd Street Thoroughfare Project completion until late October</title>
      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - Drivers navigating downtown Columbus can expect ongoing lane restrictions as crews work through underground delays on the 2nd Street Thoroughfare Project.]]></description>
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      <title>Mill Race Monster Festival needs actors, volunteers</title>
      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Mill Race Monster Festival is coming to Mill Race Park in October, and the Columbus Area Arts Council (CAAC) needs your help. You can get involved in two ways, and both are open now.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. - Community events and downtown revitalization projects received board approval at the North Vernon Board of Public Works and Safety meeting on Thursday, September 24.]]></description>
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      <title>CRH brings awareness to Suicide Prevention Month</title>
      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - As September comes to an end, Columbus Regional Health (CRH) is raising awareness about Suicide Prevention Month.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:55:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. — A North Vernon man is dead following a golf cart accident on Saturday evening, September 26. 
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      <description><![CDATA[TAYLORSVILLE, Ind. - One man was arrested for harassment after the Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) was notified of a disturbance in the 9400 block of Main Street in Taylorsville on Saturday, September 26, just after 9 p.m.   ]]></description>
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      <title>Columbus nominated for 'Opportunity Zone' designation under Federal program</title>
      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - Governor Mike Braun has nominated census tract 101 in downtown Columbus for the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Opportunity Zone (OZ) 2.0 program.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus has announced that County Road 325W, between Lowell Road and Carlos Folgers Drive, will be closed to through traffic on Monday, September 28, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for centerline striping.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[GREENWOOD, Ind. - To better serve residents, the City of Greenwood is updating its payment portal starting in the October billing cycle.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 04:55:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Water main flushing in Edinburgh starts on Oct. 5</title>
      <description><![CDATA[EDINBURGH, Ind. - The Edinburgh Municipal Utilities will begin flushing water mains at 7:30 a.m. on October 5 and continue through October 16.]]></description>
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      <title>Bright Beginnings plans Provider Fair for late October</title>
      <description><![CDATA[WHITELAND, Ind. - Bright Beginnings Early Care and Education Coalition presents its next Provider Fair on Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m.to noon at the Johnson County Public Library (JCPL) Clark-Pleasant Branch, 350 Clearwater Blvd., in Whiteland.   ]]></description>
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      <title>NAMI begins 'Family to Family' program on Monday</title>
      <description><![CDATA[SEYMOUR, Ind. - The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of South Central Indiana launches its "Family to Family" program, an eight-session educational course designed to support the loved ones of adults living with mental health conditions this Monday evening.]]></description>
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      <title>Juveniles charged following park vandalism in North Vernon, repairs underway</title>
      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. - Following recent vandalism in restrooms at North Vernon City Park, officials have confirmed that suspects were identified, and criminal charges were issued.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:40:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Early voting starts October 6 in Jackson County</title>
      <description><![CDATA[SEYMOUR/BROWNSTOWN, Ind. - The Jackson County Clerk's Office has announced the dates, times, and locations for early voting in the 2026 General Election.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. — The North Vernon Board of Public Works and Safety addressed local residents' growing concerns over street navigation and engineering standards in the Woodfield Court cul-de-sac during its meeting on Thursday, September 24.]]></description>
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      <title>Saturday morning fire halts traffic on US 31 at CR 900N</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - Work to remove the low-head dam along the riverfront in downtown Columbus is officially underway following the release of frozen federal funds.]]></description>
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      <title>Bartholomew County receives 'Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force' award</title>
      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - Bartholomew County was honored at the annual Association of Indiana Counties (AIC) conference on Wednesday, September 23, with the 2026 Local Government Corporation Award for its Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force.]]></description>
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      <title>Columbus Redevelopment Commission approves $3M match for Crump Center</title>
      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Columbus Redevelopment Commission has unanimously passed Resolution 19-2026 to commit $3 million toward the restoration and reopening of the historic Crump Center for the Performing Arts.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[GREENWOOD, Ind. – Amazon plans to invest more than $100 million to establish a new advanced manufacturing operation in Greenwood, bringing 300 high-paying jobs and a significant new investment to Johnson County. ]]></description>
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      <title>Hancock County deputy arrested for intimidation after illegally using license plate cameras</title>
      <description><![CDATA[GREENFIELD, Ind. - An Indiana State Police investigation has led to the arrest of 33-year-old Hancock County Sheriff’s Deputy James Heneghan on charges of intimidation, official misconduct, and fraud. ]]></description>
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      <title>JCCF 'Community Needs Grant Cycle' applications are available Oct. 5</title>
      <description><![CDATA[FRANKLIN, Ind. - The 2026 Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) Unrestricted Community Needs Grant Cycle opens on Monday, October 5.]]></description>
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      <title>Greenwood Council unanimously advances ordinance establishing municipal Riverfront Districts</title>
      <description><![CDATA[GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Greenwood Common Council unanimously passed the first reading of Ordinance 2629 on Monday, authorizing the creation of four municipal riverfront district development project areas.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The Jennings County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) went to the North Vernon Wal-Mart on September 21 to follow up on a fraud case. Upon arrival, a deputy noticed a Wal-Mart Asset Protection (AP) officer was trying to stop someone in the parking lot.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Area Arts Council (CAAC) presents the inaugural "Mill Race Monster Festival," October 23-25 at Mill Race Park. Experience Columbus, Indiana’s own cryptid legend. ]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Columbus Board of Public Works and Safety has approved a request for banners for the 2026 Ethnic Expo.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Greenwood Common Council approved re-zoning approximately 80.15 acres on the southeast corner of Interstate 65 and Worthsville Road to accommodate a new Buc-ee's travel center on Monday, September 21.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. — Mayor Shawn Gerkin announced that the city is preparing to formally commit local matching funds for a proposed multi-million-dollar community youth center anchored by the Boys & Girls Club.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. — The City of Columbus is evaluating the Columbus People Trail safety regulations after public feedback regarding the rise of motorized transportation devices. ]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Historical Society invites you to attend the third Evelyn Seward Speaker Series event of 2026 on October 8, when paranormal investigator, writer, and researcher Matthew D. Jackson presents "Haunted History and Lore of Bartholomew County."  ]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - On September 17, Columbus Police Department (CPD) Lieutenant Alyson Eichel graduated from the 299th FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Fewer than 1% of officers have the opportunity to attend the program.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Columbus Police Department (CPD) has issued nearly 400 traffic citations since the beginning of September as part of its ongoing "Operation Safe Driving" enforcement initiative.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[FRANKLIN, Ind. — Downtown Franklin is preparing for a busy autumn lineup featuring major community festivals, cultural events, and a statewide conference.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. –  Bartholomew County Prosecuting Attorney Lindsey Holden has formally charged Tyshawn Bryant, 17, with one count of Murder related to the recent investigation into events that took place on September 11 in the 3200 block of Country Brook Street North. ]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Columbus City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance fixing the salaries for elected city leadership for the 2027 payroll calendar year. The council addressed executive and legislative compensation during its regular meeting at City Hall.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. — The City of Columbus is accepting bids for a new municipal utility vehicle following approval from the Board of Public Works and Safety at its September 15 meeting.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 03:50:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Columbus Parks and Rec announces City Cemetery fall cleanup</title>
      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - Columbus City Cemetery, 739 22nd St., at the southeast corner of Donner Park, is scheduled for a fall cleanup on Thursday, October 1.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[EDINBURGH, Ind. — The Edinburgh Town Council approved a formal letter of support during its September 14 meeting for the newly formed Pixy Forever Foundation to help purchase, restore, and reopen the historic Pixy Theater in downtown Edinburgh.]]></description>
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      <title>Franklin approves $80,000 grant for Hobson Tool and Machine expansion</title>
      <description><![CDATA[FRANKLIN, Ind. — The City of Franklin Redevelopment Commission approved Resolution 2026-18 during its meeting on Tuesday, September 15, allocating an $80,000 grant to assist Hobson Tool & Machine with major building repairs and upgrades.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. — The North Vernon City Council has formally approved Ordinance 131-2026, establishing a comprehensive unpaid parental leave policy for municipal employees.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[FRANKLIN, Ind. — The Franklin Redevelopment Commission voted unanimously on Tuesday, September 15, to transfer ownership of multiple city properties directly to the City of Franklin.]]></description>
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      <title>North Vernon reconsiders, approves Historic Preservation Ordinance</title>
      <description><![CDATA[NORTH VERNON, Ind. — The North Vernon City Council has passed Ordinance 1032-2026, which officially establishes the city's Historic Preservation Commission.]]></description>
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      <title> Whiteland Town Council names new leadership following resignation</title>
      <description><![CDATA[WHITELAND, Ind. — The Whiteland Town Council has reorganized its executive leadership following the recent resignation of its former council president.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - Cummins Engine Company and the Columbus Fire Department (CFD) will conduct a joint training exercise from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, September 15, at Cummins Plant 1, 500 Central Ave.  ]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[WHITELAND, Ind. — The Whiteland Town Council has approved critical electrical infrastructure enhancements for the St. Charles water tower. Building on routine municipal water system maintenance, the initiative strengthens local utility resilience during power emergencies.]]></description>
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      <title> Caucus set to fill vacant Greenwood Common Council District 3 seat</title>
      <description><![CDATA[GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Johnson County Republican Party will hold a special caucus to select a replacement for Greenwood Common Council District 3 Representative Michael Williams. ]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Columbus Police Department (CPD) has released an update on the Friday evening shooting death of a 17-year-old boy that took place at Parkview Rental Townhomes, in the 3200 block of Country Brook Drive.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. – A Bartholomew County woman is in custody for felony arson charges after two fires in Bartholomew County on Thursday, September 10, that resulted in serious property damage. ]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - UPDATE at 10:05 p.m. SUNDAY: Columbus City Utilities (CCU) has lifted a Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for the west side of town. All affected customers will receive a notice. If you have any further questions, call Columbus City Utilities at 812-372-8861.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ind. - Under clear blue skies and a light breeze reminiscent of the morning 25 years ago, hundreds gathered Monday on the steps of Columbus City Hall to mark the anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[FRANKLIN, Ind. — The City of Franklin has selected The Skillman Corporation as its private partner to lead a major $35 million quality-of-life development involving two key city parks.]]></description>
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