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How Bargersville hopes to keep its charm amid record growth and I-69 extension

The rural Johnson County town hopes to take advantage of growth while retaining its small-town charm.

      




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Man killed after well trench collapsed in Bargersville, officials say

One person died after the collapse of a well that was under construction in the 4900 block of W. Road 225 N. in Bargersville.

      




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Police believe alcohol was a factor in crash that killed Bargersville man

A Bargersville man died in a head-on crash in Johnson County early Saturday morning. Police believe alcohol was a factor in the crash.

      




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Athlete spotlight: Catching up with Greenwood Christian senior Champ McCorkle

McCorkle leads the Class A second-ranked Cougars in scoring (13.7 ppg), rebounding (6.9) and assists (4.2) through 11 games this season.

      




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Greenwood Christian wins first Johnson County title, likely will get top spot in Class A

Champ McCorkle notched his 1,000th-career point as the Cougars beat Center Grove for the Johnson County tournament championship.

      




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Greenwood Christian's star has a 'motor that doesn't stop.' Her numbers are mind-boggling.

Meet Isabella Reed, the 5-9 Greenwood Christian Academy junior and superstar who doesn't know it. Or at least won't admit it.

      




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'Nothing to lose': Edinburgh heads into tournament as one of state's most-improved teams

The Edinburgh Lancers head into the tournament 17-5 after winning just eight games last season.

      




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See designs for Greenwood outdoor sports complex, fieldhouse

Greenwood mayor Mark Myers announced plans for an outdoor sports complex during his State of the City address Thursday.

      




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Greenwood park, fieldhouse renderings

Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers released interior designs for the city's downtown fieldhouse during his State of the City address Feb. 6, 2020.

      




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It will take more than a $23M expansion to solve Johnson County's jail problem

The Johnson County jail will soon undergo a $23 million expansion to ease overcrowding. The jail could need yet another expansion after that.

      




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Johnson County jail expansion plans

The Johnson County jail in Franklin will soon undergo a more than $23 million expansion.

      




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Is Greenwood the next 'it' town in Indiana?

Greenwood, just south of Indianapolis, is benefiting from a hot housing market where buyers outnumber sellers.

      




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Athlete spotlight: Catching up with Roncalli wrestler Brayden Lowery

Four-time regional champion Brayden Lowery on his love of wrestling, favorite memories, college plans and more

      




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Franklin's plan to turn a flood-prone plot into a farmers market plaza, amphitheater

The last business standing on a flood-prone piece of land is expected to vacate this year, making way for a 15-acre park with an amphitheater.

      




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See renderings for a planned amphitheater park in Franklin

A 15-acre park with amphitheater, playground and farmer's market plaza is planned for the southwest side of Franklin.

      




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How Franklin is breathing new life into its historic downtown homes

Franklin's quaint downtown is full of historic homes. But some had fallen into disrepair.

      




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Some of Franklin's oldest homes get makeovers

Franklin Development Corporation's Krista Linke talks about the city's residential facade program being used to transform downtown homes.

      




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Before and after: Restoring an 1830s log cabin in Franklin

Mike and Carol Dale purchased the dilapidated home at 551 W. Madison St. in Franklin in 2019 and soon discovered it was an 1830s log cabin.

      




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After a yearlong delay, Coffeehouse Five opens shop in downtown Franklin

Coffeehouse Five opened a shop in Franklin this week. The coffeehouse is a non-profit that offers pastoral counseling services for free.

      




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Dave & Buster's Greenwood store has an opening date

Dave & Buster's is bringing its restaurant and entertainment complex to Greenwood in April, and the company plans to hire for more than 230 positions.

      




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How Johnson County is working to lure tourists

With its first visitor center, Johnson County is taking the next step in its belated push to attract tourism.

       




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Go inside Johnson County's interactive visitor center

Get a sneak peek inside the Festival Country Visitor Center, Johnson County's tourism hub in Franklin. The center opens to the public March 17.

       




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Photos: Inside Johnson County's interactive visitor center

The new Johnson County visitor center in downtown Franklin features interactive exhibits. Each exhibit highlights things to do around the county.

       




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Greenwood man accused of lighting 2 vehicles on fire early Sunday

Matthew T. Westfall, 42, is in the Johnson County Jail and waiting for formal charges.

       




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Center Grove student launches free south-side grocery delivery service with a twist

A high schooler launched an idea to deliver groceries and help small businesses.

       




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Bargersville police officer involved in Friday crash sustains minor injury

A Bargersville police officer and the driver of an SUV were taken to the hospital with minor injuries after a vehicle crash Friday.

       




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Greenwood Christian AD Sue Tameling dies from apparent heart attack: 'She very much loved GCA.'

Sue Tameling was in her role as Greenwood Christian AD for less than two years, but she left an impression as a mentor, teacher and a friend.

       




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Here's what Greenwood looks like during the coronavirus pandemic

Here's what Greenwood looks like during coronavirus pandemic

       




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'We're the anchor': Why Franklin's Historic Artcraft Theater must survive the pandemic

The Historic Artcraft Theater in Franklin has to survive the pandemic shutdown. The downtown economy depends on it.

       




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Shoppers return to Greenwood Park Mall as coronavirus restrictions begin to ease

With most stores remaining closed, Greenwood Park Mall reopened to the public on the first day of Phase 2 of Gov. Holcomb's coronavirus pandemic plan.

       




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week

Lawrence North, Silver Creek, Fort Wayne Blackhawk, Greenwood Christian on top of my ballot this week

      




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Shenandoah moves up to No. 1 in Class 2A and Greenwood Christian No. 1 in Class A

      




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot this week

Bloomington South No. 1 on my Class 4A ballot this week

      




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Bloomington South moves up to No. 1 in Class 4A in this week's AP basketball poll

Lawrence North drops to No. 2 in Class 4A after loss to North Central

      




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Shenandoah, Greenwood Christian are No. 1 teams this week

      




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week

Bloomington South, Lawrence North, Lawrence Central top three on my Class 4A ballot this week

       




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Linton-Stockton new No. 1 this week in Class 2A

       




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Fort Wayne Blackhawk, Greenwood Christian on top of my ballot

       




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Shenandoah, Greenwood Christian on top of polls this week

       




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Fort Wayne Blackhawk, Barr-Reeve No. 1 teams on my ballot for this week

       




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Shenandoah and Barr-Reeve ranked No. 1 this week

       




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My final Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot

IHSAA basketball: IndyStar's high school insider Kyle Neddenriep ranks boys basketball teams statewide.

       




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The final Associated Press high school boys basketball poll of the season

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Shenandoah, Barr-Reeve are No. 1 teams going into tournament

       




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Girls Top 60 senior workout on Sunday at Heritage Christian

Two sessions on Sunday at Heritage Christian

       




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MIC all-conference selections for winter sports: basketball, wrestling, swimming

MIC all-conference teams for basketball, wrestling and swimming

       




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Pride, Prejudice and Zombies 傲慢与偏见与僵尸

We hear about the book that is 85% classic literature, 15% zombie horror. How did Jane Austen get so mashed-up?




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Entertainment: Susan Boyle 娱乐: 苏珊.波伊尔

Susan Boyle is an example of why we shouldn't judge a book by its cover. Find out why in this Take Away.




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Entertainment: National Debate 娱乐:全国民众争论

TV producers are being quizzed over their treatment of up and coming stars. Find out more in this programme.




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Technology: File Sharing 技术:文件分享

As one music download site celebrates its 10th birthday, Take Away English reports on the music download industry.




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Entertainment: Golden Globe Awards 娱乐:金球奖

Awards season is upon us once again and British stars are cleaning up in Hollywood. Take Away English reports.