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HOPE AREA NEWS

Trick-or-treating moved to Friday

The town of Hope is moving trick-or-treating to 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday evening due to anticipated bad weather on Halloween, Wednesday.

Early voting expands in Bartholomew County today

With the Nov. 6th election just over a week away, Bartholomew County voters will be able to vote at three new locations for the next few days.
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Hope FFA chapter chosen for national award

The Hope FFA chapter has been named the 2018 National Premier Chapter: Growing Leaders winner at the 91st National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis.

Sheriff's neighborhood meeting set for Thursday

Bartholomew County Sheriff Matt Myers has scheduled a neighborhood meeting in Hope, set for 6 p.m.Thursday.

Johnson chosen for statewide history award

Barb Johnson has been chosen as this year's Hubert Hawkins Local History Award recipient by the the Indiana Historical Society. She will be recognized during the society's annual Founders Day dinner on Monday, Nov. 5, at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center in downtown Indianapolis.

Night Owl band takes stage at The Commons

Fans of Hope’s Night Owl Country Band are gearing up for a special Halloween concert Oct. 26th at the Commons in Columbus. But it isn’t just the music they’re excited about. 
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Hauser wins volleyball sectional, defeating Southwestern

Hauser girls win another volleyball sectional, squeaking by Southwestern for third time this season.

Former Hope fire treasurer named in corruption investigation

The U.S. Attorney's Office in Indianapolis announced a new initiative against public corruption Thursday, including federal prosecution for the former treasurer of the Hope Volunteer Fire Department.

Goodies, Goblins and Ghost Stories returns to Hope Town Square

Ghost, goblins and a spook-tacular good time are expected at Hope’s annual Goodies, Goblins and Ghost Stories at 5 p.m. Oct. 27th.

Greenfield business brings parts facility to Hope

A Greenfield based parts facility for classic Studebakers is moving to Hope. Studebaker International made the announcement Thursday night on the Hope Town Square.
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