Local Services

From 'Bad' Dog To 'Good' Dog

Look At Bama's Successful Training Journey With Top Tier K9 Of Greenwood Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Christi Henson While Bama was understandably in full puppy mode for the past few months due to turning 1-year-old this August, he also became a physically strong, rebellious handful that led to some destructive behaviors and pet ownership frustration for Greenwood City Lifestyle publisher Scott Gilcrest. Giving up was not an option. Enter the training team of Top Tier K9 of...

Education

Grants To Youth Serving Programs

Johnson County Community Foundation Awards Financial Support To 13 Organizations Article by Julie Brown Patton Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) representatives awarded $92,000-plus in funding to 13 local organizations that enhance the lives of youth in Johnson County. This is the second year the foundation has awarded a specific cycle of youth-related grants.  This 2025 Youth Serving Programs grant cycle supports a wide range of impactful initiatives, from mentorship and mental...

Wellness

Ice Bath Benefits

Bayberry Spa Offers Sports Massage, Cold Water Immersion, Including Young Athletes Article by Julie Brown Patton Ice baths, or cold water immersion, are commonly used to treat sports injuries, particularly those involving inflammation and swelling. Medical professionals indicate this treatment helps reduce swelling, pain and muscle soreness associated with sprains, strains and muscle contusions.  Additionally, ice baths can aid in post-exercise muscle recovery by reducing inflammation and...

Food + Beverage

Kids Adore Frozen Desserts, Let's Go!

Local Hand-Dipped Happiness Delights Those Young And Young At Heart Article by Julie Brown Patton Mrs. Curl Ice Cream Shop And Outdoor Cafe Serving fine desserts and outdoor fare, this shop's been a fixture in downtown Greenwood since 1962 (now 63 years). Located at 259 S. Meridian St., it originally was named "Parkview Dairy" and later became "Mr. Curl" before being renamed "Mrs. Curl." Handel's Homemade Ice Cream Known for a distinctively smooth taste that stems from making fresh daily...

Life + Culture

K9 Chase Has PAWSitive Followers

Bargersville Police Department's Most Recent K9 Officer Is Popular In-Person And On Facebook Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Karmen Franklin Photography Transformed from unwanted to unstoppable for community safety: Guess which Bargersville police officer has his own Facebook page and optimistic future? Why, it's law enforcer K9 Chase! His partner is Bargersville patrol officer Joshua Wheat. "Becoming a K9 officer was something I’ve always wanted to do because of my love for...

Wellness

Rebuild Health, Reclaim Life

Greenwood Family Chiropractic Team: Advanced Spinal Corrections Designed To Result In Lifestyle Transformations Article by Julie Brown Patton Helping people feel "more than healthy" is the mission of the medical team at Greenwood Family Chiropractic at 520 N. State Road 135, Ste. R. Their stated focus is on restoring spinal alignment to optimize nervous system function.  Through high-quality chiropractic and advanced corrective care, combined with the '5 Essentials of MaxLiving,' the...

Home + Design

What's Aberdeen Living Like?

Homeowners Enjoy Residing Within Indy's First Wellness And Agrihood Community Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Dena Marks THE  best part about living in Aberdeen is being a little more away from it all, yet with amenities that make it enjoyable, assuredly states resident Lisa Whiteside. "The unobstructed views of stars and sky make it truly special." Lisa and her husband, Robert, moved from Walnut Woods in Center Grove into Aberdeen during August 2023. They say Aberdeen...

Wellness

Splash Into Freedom [Springs]

Greenwood's Aquatic Park Appeals To All Ages As Lively Destination Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Greenwood Parks and Recreation Now through Sept. 1, one of the prime summer places to be is Freedom Springs Aquatics Park, 850 W. Stop 18 Road. Guests say they enjoy the tall water slides with more twists and turns, a lazy river, cabanas, lap pool, splash/play area for toddlers, shelters for groups or large parties and an “island” that functions as a stage for live...

Life + Culture

Super-Charging Local Nonprofits

Johnson County Community Foundation Provides 'Elevate Impact' Sessions For Fellow Charitable Professionals Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by JCCF Nonprofit consultant and grant writer Morgan Carpenter was commissioned by Johnson County Community Foundation staffers as a Grant Professionals Association-approved trainer to conduct a free workshop to empower local charitable leaders and strengthen associated organizations throughout 2025. Bloomington-based Morgan also...

Fitness

What Is Jiu-Jitsu?

Find Out At Region's Longest-Running Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Mixed Martial Arts Academy In Greenwood Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by IBJJA Indiana Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy (IBJJA) in Greenwood at 647 U.S. 31 N is more than a martial arts institution; it's a legacy of excellence, discipline and growth, assures James Clingerman, IBJJA head instructor and founder of internationally recognized "Team James Clingerman." "Since establishing in 2000, our mission has been...