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Columbus Man Charged for Sexually Abusing Child over Span of Several Years

Columbus, Indiana · Columbus

Columbus Man Charged for Sexually Abusing Child over Span of Several Years

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COLUMBUS, Ind. -- A Columbus man has been charged after he reportedly sexually abused a child over a period of several years. According to court documents recently filed in Bartholomew County, 44-year-old Shaun Berger has been charged with: One count of rape, when compelled by force or imminent threat of force, a Level 3 felony One count of child molesting, a Level 4 felony One count of child seduction, a Level 5 felony One count of criminal co…See the Story

Columbus parklet celebration set for Friday

Music · Columbus

Columbus parklet celebration set for Friday

The Columbus Area Arts Council will be celebrating the opening of the city’s newest parklet with activities at the 6th Street Arts Alley tomorrow afternoon. The small, pedestrian friendly park is on Sixth Street between Washington and Franklin streets. Features include a new ground mural, colorful furniture, shady spots, free public Wi-Fi, and upgraded electrical for concerts and vendors. The parklet was designed by the LAA Office architectural …See the Story

Athletic awards nomination deadline nears

Columbus, Indiana · Columbus

Athletic awards nomination deadline nears

There is still time to make a nomination for this year’s Jack Cramer Ideals of Athletic Competition Award According to the Columbus Parks and Recreation Department, the awards are presented annually to a local male and a female athlete, coach or sports organizer. All nominees must live or work in Bartholomew County and be a senior in high school or older. The award is in honor of a former local athlete who died in 1978 at the age of 33. You can …See the Story

Hope to offer Old-Fashioned Independence Day festivities

The Yellow Trail Museum will be hosting the Hope Old-Fashioned Independence Day festivities on the Hope Town Square on the Friday before the 4th of July. Activities start at 5:30 p.m. on Friday June 27th and will include crafts, pioneer games, contests, the crowning of Miss and Mr. Firecracker, a bike parade, music and fireworks. The fireworks are scheduled to start at 10 p.m. You should bring your own chair or blanket. The deadline is coming up…Hope · Hope See the Story

Registrations open for next job readiness workshops - 101.5 WKKG

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Name sought for downtown alley’s cat mascot - 101.5 WKKG

The Columbus Area Arts Council is looking for your help to name a cat mascot designed for the new 6th Street Arts Alley parklet. The giant inflatable alley cat construction has been in place this week at the alley between Washington and Franklin streets in anticipation of opening festivities this afternoon. Organizers say that the cat design is part of a fundraising campaign to support the small, pedestrian friendly park. For a $50 donation you …Columbus, Indiana · Columbus Read Article

Grillo’s Pickles to open $54m facility in Indiana, US

Grillo’s Pickles has announced plans to open a new $54 million food manufacturing facility in Bartholomew County, Indiana, to support rising national demand.Bartholomew County · Bartholomew County Read Article

Entertainment Tidbits - 101.5 WKKG

Conan O’Brien is among the 2025 Television Hall of Fame inductees, along with Viola Davis, Henry Winkler, Ryan Murphy, Mike Post, and Don Mischer. The longtime late-night host will be honored for his outstanding contributions to TV over his career. The Television Hall Of Fame was established in 1984. The induction ceremony will take place August 16th. (COS) Scott Wolf and Kelley Wolf have decided to divorce after 21 years. Kelley, a former Real …Ryan Murphy · Columbus Read Article

FERN & CACTUS - 101.5 WKKG

https://wkkg.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/fern-cactus.mp4 These two scurried around the studio earlier this week, both climbing the walls and letting us hold em. Get yourself a pair @ http://bartholomewhumane.orgThe post FERN & CACTUS first appeared on 101.5 WKKG.Columbus, Indiana · Columbus Read Article

Authorities look for accused bank robber after missed court date - 101.5 WKKG

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Fifth and Lindsey streets to see street painting this morning - 101.5 WKKG

Columbus city officials say that there will be some traffic delays downtown starting this morning. According to the city engineer’s office, crews are working at Fifth and Lindsey Streets this morning as they refresh the crosswalks and stop bar markings in the roadway. You are urged to avoid the area if you can.The post Fifth and Lindsey streets to see street painting this morning first appeared on 101.5 WKKG.Columbus, Indiana · Columbus Read Article

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