Ryan Trares

Indianapolis

Senior Reporter and Columnist at Daily Journal (Franklin, IN)

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Articles

Strawberry festival showcasing Old Town Greenwood

3 weeks ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

Summertime is about to get much sweeter in Old Town Greenwood. This Saturday, live music will drift among the historic buildings and quaint shops downtown. Food trucks and local vendors plan to set up to cater to the crowds. Old Town businesses are opening their doors to show off all of the eclectic, one-of-a-kind items and services they offer. And serving after serving of strawberry shortcake will find its way to the hungry festivalgoers.
Power of Pride: Greenwood Pride Festival celebrates importance of unity

3 weeks ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

One word sits at the heart of the Greenwood Pride Festival — community. People flock to Woodmen Park each every June for loads of family-friendly entertainment, live music from area bands, more than 160 vendor booths and much more. Parents bring their kids to get their faces painted, have their hair glitter-ated and to ping-pong inside the bounce houses. Nonprofit groups and other resources are available to address a wide variety of health and other concerns.
‘Friends for life’: Johnson County mentor, teen showcase impact of Big Brothers Big Sisters

3 weeks ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

They started as friends. They’ve grown into family. Sarah Taylor and Tempi Greenfield have gotten together multiple times a month for more than six years. They celebrate birthdays and special occasions together, and on Christmas, Greenfield comes over to bake cookies, then drive around to look at the lights. Greenfield envisions Taylor being at her wedding someday and staying part of her life for a long time. And it all started with a chance match through Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Ryan Trares: The highs and lows of third grade

4 weeks ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

We made it. Sure, it wasn’t always easy. There were moments of frustration and difficulty, stumbles and hiccups along the way. But there were also great successes, unparalleled achievements and mettle-making experiences. Anthony finished up his last day of third grade this week. He had been counting down to the moment for weeks now, dreaming of lazy mornings lounging on the couch and summertime fun with his buddies.
Foster youth treated to special shopping experience

4 weeks ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

Every decision had to be made with a keen sense of fashion. Clothes were carefully considered, some going in the cart, others back on the racks. The perfect graphic t-shirt, flowy warm-weather top, jeans that fit just right — these were decisions that could start the summer out rightTwenty-six teens had come to the Kohl’s in Greenwood on Tuesday for a special shopping spree. Each was currently in the foster system and rarely had the opportunity to buy new clothing.
Franklin church plans 40th anniversary event

4 weeks ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

For the past 40 years, the members of Franklin Community Church have moved together as a Christ-centered community. They have worshipped together on Sundays and met in small groups to deepen their spiritual journey. Young people have grown up together at Sunday school and youth group events. During difficult times, they have all leaned on each other for support, consolation and guidance. And this weekend, they will celebrate God’s guidance of their church with a special event.
Dog days: First Friday event planned catering to pooches

4 weeks ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

This is one event that’s going to the dogs. On the first Friday in June, those four-legged friends will take over downtown Franklin. Local businesses are planning to go dog-friendly, opening their doors to both animals and owners alike. Some will have dog-friendly promotions, while organizers are set to have “treat stations,” passing out treats to all the good dogs who come out to the event. The Dog Days of Summer is the theme of the upcoming First Friday event.
Johnson County Community Foundation awards $93K to youth programming

4 weeks ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

With the support from the Johnson County Community Foundation, students at St. Rose of Lima Catholic School will have a new playground to run, jump and explore on. Area foster youth will receive gifts for their birthdays. Young people with differing abilities can experience the power of nature and the joy of camping. By collecting local weather, water, and soil data, students will not only support more accurate decision-making, forecasting and research, but gain valuable STEM skills as well.
Whiteland’s top students excelled in and out of the classroom

1 month ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

The opportunities in business seemed limitless. Haroon Mardanzai could not get enough of finance markets and investing, spending much of his free time studying it at home. He had his eyes on long-term investments, short-term ventures, the stock market, retirement accounts and more. As a student at Whiteland Community High School, Mardanzai wanted to share what he’d learned with others. The school’s Investment Club was born.
Hole in one: Upstream Prevention hosting putt-putt fundraiser for building campaign

1 month ago | dailyjournal.net | Ryan Trares

The vision is slowly coming closer to reality. Staff and supporters of Upstream Prevention can picture it. They see a place community members can sip coffee, chat and meet in a gathering space at the front of the building. Trainings and programs can be held in more private rooms. A kitchen would be able to serve food to people, and a serene garden space with a memory rock wall can serve as a way to remember and honor community members.