Johnson County News from Tuesday, October 6th, 2026

JCREMC to open fall 2026 'Operation Round-Up' grant cycle

FRANKLIN, Ind. — Johnson County REMC (JCREMC) announced that applications for the fall 2026 cycle of "Operation Round-Up" are open. Nonprofits in or near the JCREMC service area can apply for grant funding up to $5,000. The deadline is October 31.
Greenwood Council approves rezoning for 102-lot Hudson Landing residential development

GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Greenwood Common Council has voted 8–0 to approve a rezoning request for a new residential development on the city’s west side.
Greenwood Fire Department presents civilian life saving award following pond rescue

GREENWOOD, Ind. — The Greenwood Fire Department (GFD) and Mayor Mark W. Myers recognized citizen Amanda Schultz for her life-saving actions over the Fourth of July weekend.
Section of Peterman Road (C.R. 400W) closes next week

GREENWOOD, Ind. - The Johnson County Highway Department announced that Peterman Road (County Road 400W) in White River Township will close between Smith Valley Road and Fairview Road, Monday, October 12, through Friday, October 16.

Community Calender

Wave of Light
October 15 @ 6pm activities 7pm - lights on & butterfly release City Hall Steps Come and join us to remember all the children gone too soon
Oct 15, 2026 at Columbus City Hall
Jonas Brothers: The Burning Up Tour All Over Again
Jonas Brothers: The Burning Up Tour All Over Again at Gainbridge Field House
Oct 15, 2026 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Haunted Village of Metamora
In Mid-October the ghosts and the spooks take over the village for three weekends on Fridays and Saturdays.
Oct 16, 2026 at Haunted Village Tent