Beyond the Headlines

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: Franklin native and Grizzly Cub standout, Max Clark, returns home to Indiana to face the Indianapolis Indians A WWI veteran was awarded the Purple Heart a century after service City of Greenwood considers a wheel tax in response to new law ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County hosted b...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: See what new laws went into effect this week  Greenwood High School creates a virtual academy  Local experts offer firework safety tips ahead of the 4th of July Know what’s closed and open as the country enters the holiday weekend  ——— ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County hosted by re...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: Residents are divided over Buc-ee's as the plan commission puts off the hearing. Publics gets first look at redesign for Franklin Aquatic Center. Bargersville residents hear details on a 900-acre development called IronHorse. And we talk housing, referendums and more in our roundtable. ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcas...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: See what the buzz is in Bargersville with our special guest Dax Norton. A look at the impact of severe weather this past week. Clark-Pleasant schools seeks a referendum in November. And the Johnson County Museum unveils an America 250 exhibit. ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County host...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: Get a look at what’s going on in Old Town Greenwood.  A Franklin mom delivers one of the last babies at Johnson Memorial Hospital.  UTVs to join golf carts on the streets of Edinburgh  And several Franklin businesses have been honored for historical preservation efforts.  ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on storie...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: The Johnson County Animal Shelter tests a return-to-owner fee grace period.  A local man finds a mammoth tooth in Union Township.  A look at where students can get free meals this summer.  And new businesses open in Franklin and Greenwood.  ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County hosted...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: Greenwood ranks 8th in the state for population growth. A look at the data for the city and more local communities.  Franklin, Edinburgh and Johnson County get more state funds for road work. City grants help fund Franklin public art, events and businesses.  And the local connections with the Indy 500 Festival princesses and scholar queen.  ——— Thanks for liste...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: Bargersville officials consider raising the town's park impact fee.  $12.1 million has been awarded for projects on Smith Valley Road.  Gov. Mike Braun visits Whiteland High School to sign a bell-to-bell cell phone ban.  And FCMS students get a reality check. ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shapin...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: The election has come and gone. We’ll have a recap of what happened. Community support is powering the Trafalgar amphitheater project. An injured former Trafalgar police shapes a new state law ensuring ‘catastrophically injured’ officers get healthcare.  And a new bakery opens in Edinburgh.   ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podc...

This week on a special episode of “Beyond the Headlines”— the 2026 primary election: Candidates have been out in force across Johnson County to get your votes. We’ll take a look at each contested race that will be decided on Tuesday. Wondering where to vote and what you’ll need? We have the details you need.  Check out our election stories at dailyjournal.net/category/local-news/election-2026/ . —...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: Franklin residents influence edits to the Innovation Park project, which is moving forward.  With about two weeks to go until Election Day, what are local candidates spending their campaign funds on. And Indian Creek’s Creek Cattle Co. featured in a new student-led business report.  ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focuse...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: Franklin residents help draft city’s future;   Franklin schools extends JAG program amid funding cuts;  A voter forum recap;  And a look at special activities going on in Johnson County this weekend.  ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County hosted by reporters and editors from the Daily...

On this special episode of “Beyond the Headlines," the Daily Journal presents the Spring 2026 Johnson County Voter Forum at Franklin College as it happened live on April 15, 2026, at Franklin College.  More than 30 candidates attended the forum, along with 120 voters.  Local experts gave a short presentation about three key issues facing the community, with the candidates giving 90-second rem...

This week on a special episode of “Beyond the Headlines”: A fire decimates an under construction building at Compass Park;  Voters cast their ballots as early voting begins;  The Gatling Gauntlet to permanently close;  And what you can expect at our upcoming voter forum.  Link to donations for Compass Park residents: https://shorturl.at/RgR3N ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a l...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”: Residents take to the streets to protest the Trump administration;  The governor talks affordability for Hoosiers; A new report examines Indiana’s media ecosystem for the first time;   And an early voting preview ahead of polls opening next week.  ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County...

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”:  Whiteland High School will offer virtual school this fall; Johnson County Senior Services pantry runs low; A local woman wishes for peace amid Iran conflict; And a look ahead at some upcoming events set for next month.  ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County hosted by reporters and edi...

This week on a special episode of “Beyond the Headlines”:  Franklin in Focus with Mayor Steve Barnett:  New developments moved forward; Officials plan a change in ambulance providers; Chick-Fil-A arrives; Also, donations pay off more than $20K in debt at Franklin schools.  And a special segment with Elissa Maudlin, who will reflect on her time at the Daily Journal before she departs.   ——— Thanks...

On this week's episode of “Beyond the Headlines”: What you should know as severe weather season arrives; County officials allocate funds to the Smith Valley Road widening project; Local leaders learn about data centers during a regional discussion; Franklin schools hires a chief for its new police department; And more. ——— Thanks for listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast f...

On this week's episode of “Beyond the Headlines”: Local lawmakers accomplished a sweep of bills as the 2026 session ends. Center Grove girls' basketball makes history with their second state title in over 30 years. What’s next for locals after the much-discussed housing bill passes. See what Trafalgar has in store after officials hold their first state of the town address. And a reporter...

On this week's episode of “Beyond the Headlines”: Local officials are speaking out about a housing bill that they believe limits their local control; Festival Country gives details about their “second best year ever” in tourism; County officials report a downward trend in overdose deaths; What's next for patients as Johnson Memorial Health prepares to close its maternity ward; And a repo...

Welcome to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County.  Hosted by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal, this show takes you behind the stories you see in print and our website — exploring what’s happening, why it matters and how the reporting comes together.  This is new for us, which means we are testing the waters to see how the community respo...