Johnson County News from Tuesday, August 25th, 2026

Dolly Parton dies at 80

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Country music icon, actor, and philanthropist Dolly Parton died Tuesday at the age of 80.
City of Franklin moves forward with $50M park, pool renovation, expansion

FRANKLIN, Ind. — The City of Franklin announced major progress on a massive $50 million quality-of-life investment during a joint meeting of the Franklin Common Council and Franklin School Board on Monday, August 24.
Franklin Community Schools launches dedicated FCS Police Department

FRANKLIN, Ind. — Franklin Community Schools (FCS) announced the official launch of its new, dedicated police department during a joint meeting with the Franklin City Council on Monday, August 24.

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The Australian Pink Floyd Show
The Australian Pink Floyd Show returns to the Brown County Music Center! Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically accla...
Aug 26, 2026 at Brown County Music Center
Sound and Spirit Community night
Sound and Spirit Marching Band Annual Community Night
Aug 27, 2026 at Columbus North High School
Torchfire Film Festival
The Torchfire Film Festival returns to the Historic Artcraft Theatre in downtown Franklin, Indiana, on Thursday, August 27 at 7:00 p.m. for an unforgettable nig...
Aug 27, 2026 at The Historic Artcraft Theatre