“City Government 101” is an ongoing series that debuted in April 2023 and highlights different aspects of municipal government as it pertains to Columbus, Nebraska, in hopes to provide information on how the City of Columbus operates. Read on...
It’s about a 72-mile or a 1-hour-and-15-minute drive from the heart of Columbus to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development office in Lincoln for Columbus native K.C. Belitz. He should know, he does it quite often. Read on...
City Councilwoman Hope Freshour during Monday night’s Columbus City Council meeting urged everyone to be aware September is National Suicide Prevention Month and of resources available. Read on...
In 1983, the City of Columbus and Platte County Agricultural Society entered an agreement for the lease of real estate to construct an indoor swimming pool on land where the Columbus Aquatic Center currently sits. Read on...
After a public hearing to review the City of Columbus’ annual budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, the Columbus City Council subsequently and unanimously passed it. Read on...
Tears were shed, cheers were loud and even one little girl gleefully shouted “Yay Daddy!” as 14 people from all over the world officially became U.S. citizens on Thursday during a naturalization ceremony at Central Community College-Columbus. Read on...
Although the parking outside the Columbus Community Building is Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant, the City is taking steps to address some residents’ concerns by adding more handicapped spots right outside the entrance. Read on...
