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Columbus, Indiana Patch AM: a 5 min read

Greetings Columbus! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What could 2027 bring for Columbus? IU panel looks ahead
  • Where to mark Veterans Day in Columbus and Edinburgh today
  • Where Columbus-area gas prices were lowest in the latest roundup

Also on today's calendar: Member 2 Member Workshop - Shadow AI: Is Your Business at Risk Without Even Knowing It? and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 68 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Thursday: Cooler with a few showers, temps: high: 50, low: 36.
  • Friday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 46 and low of 29 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. IU Columbus to host 2027 Economic Outlook Panel Nov. 18 (iu.edu) — A November 18 panel hosted by IU Columbus will explore what 2027 could bring for the local economy, alongside forecasts for Indiana, financial markets and the wider world. Tickets cost $75 and include lunch, with proceeds supporting business student scholarships. Registration is available at go.iu.edu/columbus-eop.
   

2. Veterans Day services taking place today (therepublic.com) — Veterans Day observances begin at 11 a.m. today at the Bartholomew County Memorial for Veterans, with former Columbus city attorney Pete King delivering the keynote address. The service includes wreath-laying and Taps, with a Facebook broadcast available through WCSI. A separate ceremony follows at 1 p.m. at ChampionZone in Edinburgh.
   

3. Cheapest gas stations in Columbus, Indiana (chronicle-tribune.com) — Sam's Club on Merchants Mile had the lowest listed regular gas price in a November 9 roundup of Columbus-area stations, at $3.46 a gallon. Stacker's GasBuddy-based list also included several Edinburgh and Taylorsville stations at $3.49, though prices may have changed since publication.
   

4. Girl Scouts get firsthand look at local government during City Hall visit (in.gov) — Eight Columbus Girl Scouts got a behind-the-scenes look at city government, with three shadowing Mayor Mary Ferdon and others exploring city departments. The annual program has continued for more than 30 years, and Scout Leader Julie Brinksneader once participated herself before helping introduce a new generation to City Hall.
   

5. Battle of the Badges blood drive set for Dec. 4th at Nexus Park (1010wcsi.com) — Columbus-area emergency agencies are bringing their friendly blood-drive rivalry back to Nexus Park on December 4, with donors choosing which agency gets their vote. The Versiti drive runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hub, with walk-ins welcome and appointments available at Versiti.org.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • UPDATE - OWNER FOUND TY EVERYONE
    Hey anyone missing a big black baby?? Picked up in McCulloughs run just now at 8am running in the street. Have him in my backyard (Nextdoor McCulloughs Run)
  • For the peron who asked about senior citizens (over65) getting a property tax break.
    Yes, not much but every little bit helps. See someone in the county auditors' office. They are in the government building on 3rd street near but… (Nextdoor Grandview)
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Columbus. Apply here.
  • Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for Line Cook in Columbus. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Columbus here.

Ok Columbus! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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