o Greenwood officials have unveiled plans to redevelop 15 acres in Old Town. Here's what to expect. By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2019 13:28:43 +0000 The Greenwood Redevelopment Commission has given city officials the green light to seek bids for a nearly 20-acre development project. Here's what it could look like. Full Article
o IU football walk-on gets booming scholarship announcement from Pat McAfee By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2019 22:52:01 +0000 Former Center Grove High School kicker gets a big-screen announcement from the former Colts punter. Full Article
o After conviction, resignation, Johnson County GOP chooses next prosecutor By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2019 18:42:10 +0000 Villanueva will fulfill the remaining term after former-Prosecutor Brad Cooper was convicted in a felony domestic violence case in July. Full Article
o After opening week setback, Carmel out to prove it's still a title contender By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Sat, 07 Sep 2019 18:14:45 +0000 The Greyhounds were run off the field by Louisville Trinity in a 41-14 opening week loss. Since then, Carmel is 2-0 and outscored opponents 57-14. Full Article
o Doyel: This is how it feels when Franklin finally beats Whiteland By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 20:26:00 +0000 Led by larger-than-life QB Drew Byerly, charismatic coach Chris Coll and two weight-room ringers, Franklin finally beats neighboring Whiteland. Full Article
o 8-week-old baby dies after being dropped off at babysitter in Franklin, police say By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2019 19:47:39 +0000 An 8-week-old baby died Tuesday after the infant was dropped off at a babysitter in Pennington Mobile Home Park in Franklin, police said. Full Article
o MJ Hammill's volleyball skills help Center Grove, but her leadership means more By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 18:33:49 +0000 "For some kids, success is probable. For her, it may be inevitable. She works and takes others with her." Full Article
o Johnson County wants to add 165 miles of trail. Here's where they could go one day. By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2019 20:14:27 +0000 Johnson County has adopted a trails master plan that lays out 165 miles of new walking and biking trails in the county. Full Article
o Here's what's in the Johnson County trails master plan By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Oct 2019 10:00:17 +0000 Johnson County commissioners adopted in September a master plan for a county-wide trail system. Full Article
o The unthinkable struck twice in one day. The tiny town mourned on the football field. By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2019 22:20:56 +0000 Owen Sego's dad died in a plane crash. Avery Whitten's mom died of heart failure. Two tragedies hit two Indian Creek football players in 24 hours. Full Article
o Skeletons are taking over Franklin. And tibia honest, they're kinda cute. By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 10:00:10 +0000 The Franklin Skeleton Crew is connecting small businesses with the community in an unconventional way. Full Article
o Small aircraft crashes into field in Johnson County; no injuries reported By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Sun, 20 Oct 2019 23:18:42 +0000 The pilot told deputies he had mechanical difficulties and had to make a rough landing in the cornfield. Full Article
o Why buying a home in Greenwood is out of reach for many who work there By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 17:43:07 +0000 Greenwood is booming. But that growth is leaving some of those who work in the city behind. Full Article
o Energizer is bringing 440 jobs to Franklin, and getting a hefty tax abatement By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Nov 2019 13:33:17 +0000 Energizer is planning to open a facility in Franklin. Here's how much money they'll save in a 10-year tax abatement. Full Article
o Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers announces he has Parkinson's disease. Vows to take it 'head-on.' By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Dec 2019 18:05:35 +0000 Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers announced Friday that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a nervous system disorder. Full Article
o See the change happening in Bargersville from above By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 11:00:23 +0000 See the change happening in Bargersville from above Full Article
o Its old town charm is still evident, but Bargersville will be expanding along with I-69 By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 11:00:23 +0000 Town leaders and residents prepare for what's to come as the interstate replaces Ind. 37 as the direct route from Martinsville to Indianapolis. Full Article
o How Bargersville hopes to keep its charm amid record growth and I-69 extension By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 11:53:49 +0000 The rural Johnson County town hopes to take advantage of growth while retaining its small-town charm. Full Article
o Man killed after well trench collapsed in Bargersville, officials say By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 20:31:04 +0000 One person died after the collapse of a well that was under construction in the 4900 block of W. Road 225 N. in Bargersville. Full Article
o Police believe alcohol was a factor in crash that killed Bargersville man By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Sat, 11 Jan 2020 12:30:49 +0000 A Bargersville man died in a head-on crash in Johnson County early Saturday morning. Police believe alcohol was a factor in the crash. Full Article
o Athlete spotlight: Catching up with Greenwood Christian senior Champ McCorkle By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 18:01:28 +0000 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. Full Article
o Greenwood Christian wins first Johnson County title, likely will get top spot in Class A By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Sun, 19 Jan 2020 02:58:30 +0000 Champ McCorkle notched his 1,000th-career point as the Cougars beat Center Grove for the Johnson County tournament championship. Full Article
o Greenwood Christian's star has a 'motor that doesn't stop.' Her numbers are mind-boggling. By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 16:11:44 +0000 Meet Isabella Reed, the 5-9 Greenwood Christian Academy junior and superstar who doesn't know it. Or at least won't admit it. Full Article
o 'Nothing to lose': Edinburgh heads into tournament as one of state's most-improved teams By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 19:29:35 +0000 The Edinburgh Lancers head into the tournament 17-5 after winning just eight games last season. Full Article
o See designs for Greenwood outdoor sports complex, fieldhouse By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:59:10 +0000 Greenwood mayor Mark Myers announced plans for an outdoor sports complex during his State of the City address Thursday. Full Article
o Greenwood park, fieldhouse renderings By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:20:35 +0000 Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers released interior designs for the city's downtown fieldhouse during his State of the City address Feb. 6, 2020. Full Article
o It will take more than a $23M expansion to solve Johnson County's jail problem By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 11:00:26 +0000 The Johnson County jail will soon undergo a $23 million expansion to ease overcrowding. The jail could need yet another expansion after that. Full Article
o Johnson County jail expansion plans By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 14:36:52 +0000 The Johnson County jail in Franklin will soon undergo a more than $23 million expansion. Full Article
o Is Greenwood the next 'it' town in Indiana? By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 11:01:55 +0000 Greenwood, just south of Indianapolis, is benefiting from a hot housing market where buyers outnumber sellers. Full Article
o Athlete spotlight: Catching up with Roncalli wrestler Brayden Lowery By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 19:56:32 +0000 Four-time regional champion Brayden Lowery on his love of wrestling, favorite memories, college plans and more Full Article
o Franklin's plan to turn a flood-prone plot into a farmers market plaza, amphitheater By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 18:45:15 +0000 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. Full Article
o See renderings for a planned amphitheater park in Franklin By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 15:19:07 +0000 A 15-acre park with amphitheater, playground and farmer's market plaza is planned for the southwest side of Franklin. Full Article
o How Franklin is breathing new life into its historic downtown homes By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:58:07 +0000 Franklin's quaint downtown is full of historic homes. But some had fallen into disrepair. Full Article
o Some of Franklin's oldest homes get makeovers By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:57:36 +0000 Franklin Development Corporation's Krista Linke talks about the city's residential facade program being used to transform downtown homes. Full Article
o Before and after: Restoring an 1830s log cabin in Franklin By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:27:01 +0000 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. Full Article
o After a yearlong delay, Coffeehouse Five opens shop in downtown Franklin By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 11:00:14 +0000 Coffeehouse Five opened a shop in Franklin this week. The coffeehouse is a non-profit that offers pastoral counseling services for free. Full Article
o Dave & Buster's Greenwood store has an opening date By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 17:11:22 +0000 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. Full Article
o How Johnson County is working to lure tourists By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:23:52 +0000 With its first visitor center, Johnson County is taking the next step in its belated push to attract tourism. Full Article
o Go inside Johnson County's interactive visitor center By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:23:50 +0000 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. Full Article
o Photos: Inside Johnson County's interactive visitor center By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:23:50 +0000 The new Johnson County visitor center in downtown Franklin features interactive exhibits. Each exhibit highlights things to do around the county. Full Article
o Greenwood man accused of lighting 2 vehicles on fire early Sunday By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 18:01:09 +0000 Matthew T. Westfall, 42, is in the Johnson County Jail and waiting for formal charges. Full Article
o Center Grove student launches free south-side grocery delivery service with a twist By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Sat, 04 Apr 2020 11:20:04 +0000 A high schooler launched an idea to deliver groceries and help small businesses. Full Article
o Bargersville police officer involved in Friday crash sustains minor injury By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Sat, 04 Apr 2020 16:59:24 +0000 A Bargersville police officer and the driver of an SUV were taken to the hospital with minor injuries after a vehicle crash Friday. Full Article
o Greenwood Christian AD Sue Tameling dies from apparent heart attack: 'She very much loved GCA.' By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Apr 2020 17:06:57 +0000 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. Full Article
o Here's what Greenwood looks like during the coronavirus pandemic By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 20:09:52 +0000 Here's what Greenwood looks like during coronavirus pandemic Full Article
o 'We're the anchor': Why Franklin's Historic Artcraft Theater must survive the pandemic By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 23:31:00 +0000 The Historic Artcraft Theater in Franklin has to survive the pandemic shutdown. The downtown economy depends on it. Full Article
o Shoppers return to Greenwood Park Mall as coronavirus restrictions begin to ease By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 21:38:02 +0000 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. Full Article
o My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 16:03:56 +0000 Lawrence North, Silver Creek, Fort Wayne Blackhawk, Greenwood Christian on top of my ballot this week Full Article
o This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 19:50:50 +0000 Shenandoah moves up to No. 1 in Class 2A and Greenwood Christian No. 1 in Class A Full Article
o My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot this week By rssfeeds.indystar.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 04:24:29 +0000 Bloomington South No. 1 on my Class 4A ballot this week Full Article