News across Johnson County
Virtual concert raises funds for flood victims
Concerts for a Cause has organized more than 40 concerts over the years, bringing people together and raising money in person. The organization’s newest concert, which is raising money for families in central Indiana who were affected by the recent floods, is different from any…
Chiba closes Westfield restaurant
Citing ongoing construction in the Park Street area, Westfield sushi restaurant Chiba announced Sept. 29 that it was closing after about 10 years. In a Facebook post, restaurant owner Keith Dusko stated that the business was closing permanently. “Serving this community has been…
Whiteland man charged with felony hit-and-run in May crash that left woman critically injured
NASHVILLE — A Whiteland man is facing up to 12 years in prison after being charged in connection with a May hit-and-run crash in Brown...
Blueprint for Improvement: Mid-Century inspired kitchen in Westfield
This Westfield kitchen traded a dated layout for a warm, streamlined design that blends natural wood, sage green and mid-century character. The Blueprint Natural alder perimeter cabinetry brings warmth and highlights the home’s mid-century influence. A deep rosemary green island…
Opinion: In place of placation
One of the most endearing, and disturbing, behaviors of artificial intelligence is its insistence that we remain engaged with it. Among its tools are incessant follow-up questions, lap dog-like gratuitous complimenting, and robust, if not self-satisfying placating. For those of…
Opinion: Brochures got under my skin
My wife Mary Ellen has been encouraging me to see a dermatologist. Even though I had no observable problem, I knew the best medical advice was to see a skin doctor every year. Some doctors I enjoy seeing. When I went to an orthopedist, it tickled me that I was not the only dummy…
Opinion: Loving TV to death
A well-respected Australian magazine on coronary disease reports that watching too much TV, even if you are not overweight, can shorten your life. The original study didn’t get much attention because the publication has limited circulation, which makes sense, since most of its…
Hamilton County Election Board unanimously approves vote centers
The Hamilton County Election Board voted unanimously Sept. 29 to transition from traditional precinct-based voting to a countywide vote center model beginning with the 2027 municipal elections, giving election officials an opportunity to refine the process before the…
11 men arrested in Westfield-area child solicitation sting
Eleven men were arrested during a three-day undercover online operation aimed at people trying to meet children for sex. The Hamilton County Metro Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force announced the arrests Tuesday. The task force is headquartered at the Fishers…
Athlete of the week: Westfield High School QB benefits from chemistry with receivers
For Westfield High School junior quarterback Cooper Melvin, the connection he has with his receiving group is key to his accuracy. “I’ve been throwing to these guys since I moved here in seventh grade,” he said. “So with that chemistry that (we’ve) built, I know where they are…
Looking back, pressing ahead: 20 years of Current Publishing
We’re turning 20 years old in October. It’s a long way back to July 5, 2005, when my co-founder, Brian Kelly, and I decided to team and chase the dreams we were pursuing independently. That morning at 8:45 is when he and I decided to join forces with complementary areas of…
Sports Daily Digest September 28, 2026
Batesville’s Alexis Gallagher and Stella Maple qualified for the IHSAA Girls Golf State Finals as individual golfers following their performances at Saturday’s Regional at The Legends Golf Club in Franklin. Gallagher shot a 74 while [...]