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Indy man convicted of child solicitation in Johnson County
JOHNSON COUNTY, Ind. – An Indianapolis man who was arrested as part of a larger child solicitation sting in Johnson County is now awaiting sentencing after his conviction this week. Jurors deliberated for less than an hour on Thursday before finding Christopher S. Busch guilty of child solicitation, a Level 4 felony. The verdict brought […]
76-year-old woman killed in crash near Greenwood
GREENWOOD, Ind. — Police are investigating a a deadly car crash just east of Greenwood Thursday evening. The Greenwood Fire Department posted to Facebook that crews responded to a crash near the intersection of County Line and Combs roads around 6 p.m. July 25. The Johnson County Coroner's Office...
Indianapolis man convicted of child solicitation
An Indianapolis man was convicted of child solicitation after a two-day trial. Christopher S. Busch, 56, now awaits sentencing for child solicitation as a level 4 Felony. Busch was one of 32 men arrested in a child solicitation roundup in April 2023. This was part of an undercover Child Solicitation Operation organized by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office in cooperation with the Franklin Police Department.
New home: Johnson County Health Department, Coroner’s Office move into new building
At long last, two Johnson County departments have new, larger spaces to call home. The new joint Johnson County Health Department and Coroner’s Office building was officially dedicated and opened to the public during a ceremony Wednesday in Franklin. The new building, located at 95 S. Drake Road, marks a milestone for the two departments.
Police Incidents – July 26
7:45 p.m. Wednesday — Lancelot Drive and Queens Court. 5:11 p.m. Tuesday — W. County Line Road and S. Keystone Ave. A man, 48, reported having minor bleeding with injury to his face. 11:09 a.m. Tuesday — U.S. 31 and Worthsville Road. A woman, 37, reported having pain...
Throwback Thursday: July 25
News from around Johnson County as reported on July 25 in the pages of the Daily Journal and the Franklin Evening Star from the last 112 years. On this day in 2003, one of the main stories on the front page of the Daily Journal was about how volunteer firefighters seemed to be in short supply.
Police Incidents – July 25
1000 block of Lakeside Drive: Reported at 9:09 p.m. Tuesday that a fraud involving a juvenile had occurred. 2801 N. Morton St., police department: A woman reported at 1:46 p.m. Tuesday her driver license had been found online and she did not know how it occurred. Greenwood. Fraud. 2000 block...
JCCF’s ‘Color the County Mural Program is almost complete
FRANKLIN, Ind. – The Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) has wrapped up the community’s part in the 2024 Color the County Mural Program. Tom’s Barbershop in Greenwood was chosen as the location for this year’s mural. The community painting day, where residents helped bring the mural...
Deadline nears to apply for Franklin Chamber’s entrepreneur pilot program
FRANKLIN, Ind. – The Franklin Chamber Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Greater Franklin Chamber of Commerce, recently launched its new pilot program fostering the entrepreneurial spirit among youth under 18 years of age. This initiative is designed to support enterprising young entrepreneurs needing to bring their creative business ideas to life.
Longtime Johnson County educator appointed Edinburgh interim superintendent
A familiar face in Johnson County education will fill in as Edinburgh’s interim superintendent while the search for a permanent replacement continues. Dr. James Halik took over superintendent responsibilities on July 1 and is expected to serve most of the school year. The school board is hoping to hire a permanent superintendent by spring break, Halik said.
Life-changing: Johnson County problem-solving courts see success with graduates
She sat composed on the stage as Johnson County court officials told her story of progress and resilience. Donning a cap and gown, Cindy Craven listened as Probation Officer Shannon Barrick spoke of her exceptional progress in recovery to community members, court officials and other people in recovery. Then, her time had come as the 42-year-old Franklin mother received a new title — Behavioral Health Court graduate — and was beckoned across the stage to receive a certificate commemorating her achievement.
Concert planned to benefit Bridges Alliance
Fighting poverty never sounded so sweet. This weekend, local music lovers have the chance to enjoy performances by some of the area’s most talented students. At the same time, they can support efforts to lift local residents out of the cycle of poverty and into a better life. Bridges...
Whiteland welcomes Johnson County Senior Summit next month
WHITELAND, Ind. – Johnson County Senior Services presents the 2024 Johnson County Senior Summit, a day filled with education, entertainment, enrichment resources, fellowship, door prizes, lunch, and more. This year’s event is August 28 at the Grace Assembly of God Church, 6822 U.S. 31, in Whiteland. Doors open at...
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