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Pamela Kae Weld
Pamela Kae Weld, age 63, of Columbus IN, had her triumphant entry into Heaven the morning of Saturday, July 6th, 2024. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, July 20th at Cornerstone Community Church in Seymour, IN. Visitation will be 10:30-11:30 followed by a short service and a time of fellowship and food to honor our beloved Pam ending at 2:30p.
Johnson County food pantry listings: Week of July 14
Location: 1191 W. County Line Road, Greenwood, 317-888-4003. Hours: Noon to 2 p.m. second Wednesday of the month. Eligibility: Need photo identification for proof of Johnson County residency. Recipients may visit once a month. ——————————————————-...
A bigger picture: YES Cinema downtown additions to offer private screenings to receptions
The big picture at YES Cinema just got a lot bigger. The nonprofit facility at 328 Jackson St. in downtown Columbus has added two new rentable rooms, with pricing to be determined soon. One is The Den, just off the YES lobby — a cozy space and former conference room...
Looking Back – July 13
Jake Coffey, former Columbus North star and player at Indiana Wesleyan University, shot a first-round 69 at the Columbus Men’s Tournament to earn a tie for second, two shots off from former men’s city champ Jeff Cowall. 1999. Instead of drawing attention in the show barn, Elizabethtown’s Jennifer...
Jerome E. Rieskamp
Jerome “Jerry” Edward Rieskamp, 59, of Fortville, passed away at his home on June 27, 2024. He was born on September 6, 1964, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Jerry Rieskamp and Jacqueline (Longbottom) Schuyler. Jerry was a 1982 graduate of Warren Central High School. He served in the United...
Mother Bear’s opening moved back to possibly September
Mother Bear’s Pizza has experienced a variety of challenges as it works to open new location in NexusPark in Columbus, with the restaurant’s co-owner saying that he now expects the restaurant to open its doors in early September. Veritas Realty announced last August that the Bloomington-based pizzeria would...
GPL Column: In awe of authors
When I was 11 years old, my parents took me to hear Christopher Paul Curtis speak about “The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963.”. I remember being SO excited — but also kind of confused. Not unlike seeing your teacher in the grocery store, the idea that an author as an actual person was disconcerting. It was the first time I realized that being an author was a possible life plan.
St. Joseph hosts processional group heading to 10th National Eucharistic Congress
A processional made its way through downtown Shelbyville before doing a loop and making its way eastbound on Friday morning. The large group, made up of parishioners of St. Joseph and St. Vincent Catholic Churches, were joined by Pilgrims who will be attending the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis next week.
Greenwood’s Laster set for ARCA race in Indy
Turns out you can go home again. Brayton Laster, who has had the opportunity to race on such famed ovals as Daytona and Talladega, gets to race in front of his family and friends next Friday when he takes part in the ARCA Menards Series Circle City 200 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
Donnetta L. Alig Anderson
Donnetta “Donna” L. (Alig) Anderson of Columbus, IN, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at Traditions of Columbus. She was predeceased by her much-loved husband, Theodore “Ted” Anderson of Columbus, IN, with whom she created many happy memories in the latter years of their lives. She leaves three beloved children from her first marriage to Gene Alig: Robert (Shari) Alig, Cheryl (Jerry) Barber, and Carol Swaim; two stepchildren: Gail (Joel) Gustafson and Glen (Jane) Anderson and; and many adored grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family.
Legal Aid to have free clinic
Legal Aid will have a free Legal Aid Walk In Clinic on Tuesday, July 23, at the Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St., in Columbus. The clinic will be from 3 to 5 p.m. and is for low-income residents. The Legal Aid Clinic and Pro Bono Program utilizes local...
24-hour game night to benefit Cheer Fund
Gamers will gather next weekend for a marathon session benefiting one of Columbus’ favorite and longest-serving charities. The annual Christmas in July — 24 Hour Board Game-A-Thon returns to Hotel Indigo, 400 Brown St., Columbus, on Friday, July 19. Gamers will begin playing at 6 p.m. Friday and...
A Small Unassuming Diner is Home to the Biggest Tenderloin in Indiana
The best Part? The biggest tenderloin comes with a small price tag!. Few things are more "Hoosier" than a gigantic pork tenderloin sandwich. The sandwich is known throughout the state because of its popularity, but also because the pork tenderloin itself is often so big, that it makes the sandwich buns look comically small.
On the record for July 14
Nelvy Renis Diaz Diaz, 24, Seymour, driving while never having received a driver’s license, no bond required, 7:38 p.m. Saturday. Released on his own recognizance, 7:52 p.m. Saturday. Seymour. Juan Toma Mateo, 24, Columbus, operating while intoxicated-endangerment, blood alcohol contact 0.15% or greater, bond pending or no bond required,...
City police calls – July 15
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following information is summarized from the records of city, county and state police, fire and hospital agencies. Richard L. Spray, 59, of 2272 Indiana Ave., Columbus, Bartholomew County warrant, 3:28 p.m., by the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department, released on $60,000 bond. Kyle L. Tews, 32,...
Frank William Thompson
Frank William Thompson, age 84, sadly passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024. Born December 20, 1939, in New Carlisle, Ohio, he was the son of William and Mary (Eidemiller) Thompson. Frank married Jean Leising on September 2, 1995, at St. Louis Catholic Church in Batesville, IN. He graduated from Troy High School in 1957 and attended The Ohio State University where he was active in the Marching Band and later the Alumni Marching Band.
Columbus man found with meth, glass pipe during traffic stop
COLUMBUS, Ind. — A Columbus man was arrested earlier this month after he was found to have around 19 grams of methamphetamine during a traffic stop. According to a release from the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office, 48-year-old Marlon Cowan Jr. was arrested on charges of possession of methamphetamine, a Level 4 felony, and one misdemeanor […]
Two Indiana auto plants receive federal grants
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Here is a look at Thursday’s business headlines with Jane King. Today, she discusses federal grants for Cummins and Stellantis, the latest update on inflation and more. Indiana plants to get money to boost electric vehicle production The Biden administration just announced a new round of funding to expand the manufacturing of […]
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