Elissa Maudlin

The Indiana Democratic Party held a ‘People’s Town Hall.’ Around 75 attendees showed up, with some asking questions about Medicaid, the budget and how to get young voters involved. Others voiced concerns about Democratic leadership not being vocal enough. https://t.co/48egNWrDpt

On Monday, the Johnson County Council approved a request to combine two positions. However, with a set salary of $88,593, the employee can no longer draw extra pay for doing the work of both positions. https://t.co/9pmP149MNs

The Johnson County Juvenile Detention Center was "mostly unscathed," the sheriff's office said Monday, after a truck with the words "Fathers matter" written on its exterior crashed near the building's entrance on Mother's Day. https://t.co/lqf9yh27o2

Some Whiteland residents are pushing back against a housing development of up to eight homes on Railroad Street. The petitioner is going to the Board of Zoning Appeals on Thursday at 7 p.m. to request variances. https://t.co/GZnbpQ1MS0

Senate Enrolled Act 1, the property tax relief bill, is expected to strip $28.2 million from Johnson County. Local officials now have to forge a path forward -- including making cuts, slowing down projects and doing less with less, they said. https://t.co/ZCUil9gbmf

Let's talk property taxes. What led to their increase this year? How are Johnson County properties assessed? And how will the newly-passed Senate Bill 1 affect the process? I asked county officials to learn more. https://t.co/fp7onewXHn

Have you heard about the new aesthetic ice cream shop Sweet Treats Las Comadres in Edinburgh? The family that owns the shop combines classic flavors with Mexican tradition, all while targeting the social media demographic https://t.co/LL6ipxHQQb

In a heated discussion, Whiteland Town Council president Richard Hill was accused of violating town ordinance and possibly Open Door Law on Tuesday after giving directives to the police chief on parking enforcement. https://t.co/ZY34xRKIhX

The historic Jefferson Street Pub building in downtown Franklin has been remodeled and is open for leasing. The pub was originally closed in 2020 following storm damage. https://t.co/6TWjcDH5yD

Reporters @DailyJournalNet talked to local officials about how House Bill 1461 could affect their communities. The bill brings changes to the road funding and bridge responsibility, among other things. https://t.co/aSGCKbznl4

There have been talks in the Indiana Statehouse this session over property tax cuts. But how would this affect Johnson County? My colleagues @DailyJournalNet Journal and I asked local municipal leaders https://t.co/PbxRYeG0By

It's been several days since Valentine's Day and for some single people, finding a great match can be difficult. I spoke with a few local singles to get their take on dating and finding love in 2025: https://t.co/E8N6cY3Asi

Three years ago, Johnson County officials estimated that $382 million was needed capital road improvements. Now, that number has increased to $530 million. A bonding scenario may be able to help. https://t.co/iWD1Tm6hOE

Yesterday, Franklin Mayor Steve Barnett gave his State of the City address at Garment Factory Events. He gave attendees a view of the city's 2024 accomplishments and what's on the horizon for 2025 and future years: https://t.co/lvOjivZy34

Today I’m at Franklin’s State of the City and the annual chamber celebration at Garment Factory Events! Be on the lookout for my story, recapping the speech! https://t.co/Gtba4z1ToD

Have you heard that Mike Clark, the county's animal control deputy director, won a national award? I got to speak with him about the honor and how he wants to change the community's perception of animal control: https://t.co/10UAuVevBv

State Rep. Michelle Davis, R-Whiteland, was at the White House yesterday to see President Donald Trump sign an executive order. The order labeled "Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports" prohibits transgender athletes from girls' and women's sports: https://t.co/SUU3QX0SgZ