Johnson County News

EDINBURGH, Ind. — The Edinburgh Town Council has officially approved an amendment to the Edinburgh Police Department’s vehicle-pursuit standard operating procedure, granting officers a new tactic to end high-speed chases safely.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Franklin Police Department announced Friday that the grand jury returned an indictment in a case that began 20 years ago. Chynna Dickus, 26 at the time, and her 10-year-old stepson were stabbed to death in their home in the Branigin Woods neighborhood in Franklin on July 24, 2006.

EDINBURGH, Ind. — At its Monday, September 28 meeting, the Edinburgh Town Council took formal action to prepare for the completion of the Timbergate subdivision.

WHITELAND, Ind. - The Town of Whiteland invites residents to participate in a "Community Clean Up Day" this Saturday, October 10, from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will take place on Elm Street, east of the Whiteland Fire Department, at 141 S. State St.

EDINBURGH, Ind. — The Town of Edinburgh took its first step toward finalizing its annual financial plan during the Town Council meeting on Monday, September 28.

GREENWOOD, Ind. — City officials and local homebuilders gathered Monday evening as the Greenwood Advisory Plan Commission conducted a state-mandated public hearing regarding Indiana House Enrolled Act 1001.

EDINBURGH, Ind. — Public safety equipment and municipal fleet needs were key topics at the September 28 Edinburgh Town Council meeting, resulting in a vehicle purchase approval and an inter-agency police car donation.

INDIANAPOLIS - Late Tuesday, September 29, Indiana State Police (ISP) Detectives and Crash Reconstructionists continued investigating an earlier crash involving a school bus and an ISP pickup truck.

GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Greenwood Advisory Plan Commission voted 7–1 to issue a favorable recommendation for a zone map change that clears the way for a new residential development on the city’s south side.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The City of Franklin is conducting a Downtown Parking Study to better understand the functions of the parking system, identify ways to improve it, and develop recommendations that support downtown businesses, residents, employees, visitors, and future growth.

INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana State Police (ISP) troopers are investigating a two-vehicle crash involving a school bus and an ISP pickup truck on I-465 northbound, north of Washington Street, on the east side of Indianapolis.

GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Greenwood Advisory Plan Commission unanimously approved a landscape waiver request for a 20-acre industrial site at its Monday night meeting on September 28.

GREENWOOD, Ind. - To better serve residents, the City of Greenwood is updating its payment portal starting in the October billing cycle.

EDINBURGH, Ind. - The Edinburgh Municipal Utilities will begin flushing water mains at 7:30 a.m. on October 5 and continue through October 16.

WHITELAND, Ind. - Bright Beginnings Early Care and Education Coalition presents its next Provider Fair on Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m.to noon at the Johnson County Public Library (JCPL) Clark-Pleasant Branch, 350 Clearwater Blvd., in Whiteland.   

EDINBURGH, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) closed the southbound lanes of US 31 at W. County Road 900N at 5:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, because of a structure fire.

GREENWOOD, Ind. – Amazon plans to invest more than $100 million to establish a new advanced manufacturing operation in Greenwood, bringing 300 high-paying jobs and a significant new investment to Johnson County.

GREENFIELD, Ind. - An Indiana State Police investigation has led to the arrest of 33-year-old Hancock County Sheriff’s Deputy James Heneghan on charges of intimidation, official misconduct, and fraud. 

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The 2026 Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) Unrestricted Community Needs Grant Cycle opens on Monday, October 5.

GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Greenwood Common Council unanimously passed the first reading of Ordinance 2629 on Monday, authorizing the creation of four municipal riverfront district development project areas.

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY, Ind. –UPDATE: 4:25 p.m.: Northbound I-65 is currently heavily backed up and traffic is moving at almost a standstill due to emergency crews cleaning up the wreckage of a double semi-trucker crash from earlier this morning, September 24.

GREENWOOD, Ind. — City officials officially introduced the proposed 2027 municipal budget at Monday evening's Greenwood Common Council meeting, outlining key updates to public safety and civilian employee compensation.

HOPE, Ind. - Hope Heritage Days returns to the Hope Town Square this Friday, September 25, through Sunday, September 27. The 58th annual event promises three days of community celebration, 125 craft and food booths, music, fireworks, and a parade.

GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Greenwood Common Council approved re-zoning approximately 80.15 acres on the southeast corner of Interstate 65 and Worthsville Road to accommodate a new Buc-ee's travel center on Monday, September 21.

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ind. – Health insurance costs are rising for many local employers, yet "taking no action" was the most common response when businesses were asked how they are managing those costs, according to a recent survey by Aspire, the economic development organization and chamber of commerce serving Johnson County.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - River Valley Legal Aid and Pro Bono Indiana announce a Free Legal Walk-In Clinic for low-income residents on Friday, September 25, from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Franklin Branch of the Johnson County Public Library, 401 State St.

FRANKLIN, Ind. — Downtown Franklin is preparing for a busy autumn lineup featuring major community festivals, cultural events, and a statewide conference.

WHITELAND, Ind. — The Whiteland Town Council recently paused action on a proposed ordinance regulating golf carts and utility task vehicles (UTVs) on municipal streets.

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ind. - The Johnson County Highway Department will be performing maintenance on a couple of roads beginning on or after Tuesday, September 22, and continuing into October, weather permitting.

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JOHNSON COUNTY, Ind. - Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation Superintendent Dr. Timothy Edsel answered questions from Rob West of KORN Country 100.3 concerning the 2026 Referendum Renewal that will appear on the November ballot.

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces various traffic shifts and an approach closure on U.S. 31 starting Thursday, September 18, to accommodate milling and paving work in Franklin.

EDINBURGH, Ind. — The Edinburgh Town Council approved two major utility purchases totaling more than $777,000 for the Industrial Park Substation at its September 14 meeting.

EDINBURGH, Ind. — The Edinburgh Town Council approved a formal letter of support during its September 14 meeting for the newly formed Pixy Forever Foundation to help purchase, restore, and reopen the historic Pixy Theater in downtown Edinburgh.

FRANKLIN, Ind. — The City of Franklin Redevelopment Commission approved Resolution 2026-18 during its meeting on Tuesday, September 15, allocating an $80,000 grant to assist Hobson Tool & Machine with major building repairs and upgrades.

FRANKLIN, Ind. — The Franklin Redevelopment Commission voted unanimously on Tuesday, September 15, to transfer ownership of multiple city properties directly to the City of Franklin.

GREENWOOD, Ind. — The City of Greenwood has initiated a strategic infrastructure plan to overhaul and improve traffic flow along Smith Valley Road. This proposed upgrade targets segment three of the corridor to enhance safety, capacity, and overall quality of life for local commuters.

WHITELAND, Ind. — The Whiteland Town Council has reorganized its executive leadership following the recent resignation of its former council president.