Beyond the Headlines

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”:We take a look at high school football teams as the season beginsBargersville OKs a two-phase, 18% sewer rate increaseJohnson County IREAD scores are growing———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 Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”:A water tower mural project moves forward in FranklinDistrict leaders share updates as a new school year beginsA new senior-living project advances in WhitelandTrafalgar gets a new mural———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 Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”:Clark-Pleasant returns for a new school yearBig changes planned for two of Franklin's recreational offeringsFormer KFC to soon become ChipotleRare bumblebee found in Trafalgar———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 Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”:Johnson County Fair crowns the 2026 fair queenBargersville considers speed limit changes for golf cart safety20 years later, Franklin remembers Blake and Chynna DickusKids share what it takes to be a 4-Her———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 Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”:Buc-ee's rezoning passes first voteCounty updates road safety ordinanceGreenwood RDC OK's $7.5M Fieldhouse projectFair fun in the Johnson County sun starts 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 Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

This week on “Beyond the Headlines”:Franklin native and Grizzly Cub standout, Max Clark, returns home to Indiana to face the Indianapolis IndiansA WWI veteran was awarded the Purple Heart a century after serviceCity 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 by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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 JulyKnow 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 reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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 podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County hosted by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.——————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 Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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 hosted by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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 stories shaping Johnson County hosted by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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 by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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 listening to “Beyond the Headlines,” a local news podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County hosted by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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 shaping Johnson County hosted by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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 podcast focused on stories shaping Johnson County hosted by reporters and editors from the Daily Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY

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/.———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 Journal.Support the Daily Journal's reporting by subscribing at dailyjournal.net. Send news tips, story ideas and feedback to [email protected] us on Facebook at @DailyJournalNews, X at @dailyjournalnet, and Instagram and TikTok at @dailyjournal_in.———AIM MEDIA INDIANA PRIVACY POLICY