Johnson County News

FRANKLIN, Ind. - "Bloom Johnson County," a new initiative of the Johnson County Recycling District (JCRD), has announced its first community clean-up on August 13-15.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Franklin Chamber of Commerce says there is still time to sign up for "Marketing Summer School" on July 15 at the Franklin College Dietz Center, 201 S. Forsythe St., in Franklin.

BARGERSVILLE, Ind. - Bargersville Town Council has taken an important first step toward achieving Tree City USA designation with the recent adoption of an ordinance establishing a Bargersville Tree Board and formalizing policies to protect, manage, and enhance the Town’s tree canopy.

JACKSON COUNTY, Ind. - The Indiana State Police (ISP) -Versailles Post responded to an accident on northbound I-65, near the 44-mile marker between Crothersville and Seymour, on Friday morning, June 26.

GREENWOOD, Ind. - One of Central Indiana's biggest summer celebrations, KORN Country Musical Fireworks, returns to Craig Park in Greenwood this Saturday, June 27, immediately following the annual Greenwood Freedom Festival.

EDINBURGH, Ind. - The annual Edinburgh Firecracker Festival will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America on Saturday, July 4, in downtown Edinburgh.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Franklin Chamber of Commerce is supporting the businesses along the U.S. 31 corridor during construction with a free "Brave the Barrels" bag giveaway this Friday, June 26, at 11:30 a.m.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Indiana State Champion Wildlife Team from Franklin Community Schools (FCS) was recently honored at the Indiana FFA State Convention for their success this year.

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Indianapolis says that south-central Indiana will see an increasing chance for showers and thunderstorms this weekend. The biggest concern is from late Thursday night into Friday, when widespread, heavier rainfall may lead to flooding. 

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Habitat for Humanity Johnson County board members met last week with Mayor Steve Barnett, City of Franklin officials, Storm Warrior Roofing, Family Services, Mount Auburn Church, volunteers, and supporters to celebrate with Kelly on her future Habitat home in Franklin.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Discover Downtown Franklin hosts the 2026 Ethos Celebration of the Arts event in the heart of historic Downtown Franklin this Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

GREENWOOD, Ind. – Center Grove Community School Corporation (CGCSC) Superintendent Dr. William K. Long was honored Thursday, June 18, with the Circle of Corydon Award, a recognition jointly presented by Indiana's executive and legislative branches to individuals who have made significant contributions to the state.

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - The National Weather Service (NWS) has announced that south-central Indiana is included in the area that has potential for severe weather from late Sunday afternoon through Monday morning. An NWS Flood Watch has also been issued for the region.

GREENWOOD, Ind. - Greenwood Police Department K9 Zorro recently received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Zorro’s vest was sponsored by Justin Tetrick of Indianapolis.

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Indianapolis announced on Saturday morning that there is a Flood Watch in effect for south-central Indiana from Sunday afternoon, June 21, until 8 a.m. on Monday, June 22.

FRANKLIN, Ind. -  The Franklin Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Franklin have announced that there is a new addition to the Hubler.com Amphitheatre lawn at Youngs Creek Park.

NASHVILLE, Ind. - The Brown County Lions Club announces "America’s Best Small Town Fireworks" is moving in 2026. The show has traditionally been held at the Brown County High School football field, but its new home is at Eagle Park, just west of the north entrance to Brown County State Park.

INDIANAPOLIS - Governor Mike Braun has declared a state of disaster emergency for 63 Indiana counties impacted by severe weather from June 6 through June 18.

BARGERSVILLE, Ind. - The Bargersville Fire Department was dispatched to the 4600 block of Shelby Circle just after 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, after 9-1-1 callers reported flames visible from the roof of a residence.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) announced the recipients of the 2026 Youth Programming grants on Wednesday, June 10. 

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Franklin College has announced the appointment of Beth Young as director of communications at the institution. The position was previously held by Deidra Baumgardner, who retired from the College in May after 24 years of service.

COLUMBUS, Ind.- UPDATE: 10:30 A.M: Due to severe weather on Wednesday evening, several hundred homes in South-Central Indiana have been left without power in Bartholomew, Johnson and Jennings counties. Monroe and Owen County received significant storm damage from a potential tornado.

AMITY, Ind. - The National Weather Service (NWS) in Indianapolis has issued a Flood Warning for Youngs Creek at Amity in Johnson County until Friday afternoon.  Flood stage for Youngs Creek at Amity is 7 feet. At 2:25 a.m. on Thursday, the Creek was at 5.3 feet.

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - Pop-up thunderstorms traveled through parts of central and southern Indiana on Tuesday, and the National Weather Service (NWS) in Indianapolis says a more potent system could move into the state on Wednesday. It might mean an increased risk of severe weather in the region. 

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Franklin Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Franklin present the 2026 Franklin Firecracker Festival on Friday, July 3, at the Drivehubler.com Amphitheatre at Youngs Creek Park.   

BARGERSVILLE, Ind. - At its meeting last week, the Bargersville Town Council approved the procurement of new warning sirens for the Town. 

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - The National Weather Service (NWS) is tracking a weather pattern that could develop this week for south-central Indiana, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday and Wednesday.

SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - Sgt. Stephen Wheeles of the Indiana State Police (ISP) said he stopped a car traveling in the left lane of southbound I-65 in Bartholomew County last week for traveling below the speed limit and remaining in the left lane for miles 

GREENWOOD, Ind. - The public is invited to the City of Greenwood's "Unified Development Ordinance Informational Session" on Monday, June 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Greenwood City Center.

MOORESVILLE, Ind. - Shortly before 11 p.m. on Thursday, the Bargersville Fire Department was dispatched to the 5000 block of East Orchard Road near Mooresville to assist the Madison Township Fire Department at a reported apartment fire.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - Discover Downtown Franklin hosts the 2026 Ethos Celebration of the Arts event in the heart of historic Downtown Franklin on Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Franklin Chamber of Commerce presents "Marketing Summer School" on July 15 at the Franklin College Dietz Center, 201 S. Forsythe St., in Franklin.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) invites nonprofit professionals, grant writers, and community organizations to the next program in its Elevate Impact capacity building training series, “Grant-Ready Budgets: Telling Your Financial Story” on Wednesday, June 24, at Compass Park in Franklin.

INDIANAPOLIS - The National Weather Service has issued a "Hazardous Weather Outlook" for south-central Indiana for Wednesday and Thursday. It includes Bartholomew, Johnson, Jennings, Jackson, Brown, Shelby, and Decatur Counties.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced that on or after Wednesday, June 10, crews will temporarily close the east approach of Mallory Parkway at U.S. 31 to complete pavement and curb installation activities. The west approach will remain open.

FRANKLIN, Ind.– Festival Country Indiana’s annual Chalk the Block event returns to downtown Franklin later this month with a special USA 250th category and a special prize for the best chalk art in that category.