🍦 Monday Mojo: Coffee, Rain Coats, and a Hug for Your Inbox! ☕🍂

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Good morning, South Siders!

It’s Monday, September 23rd—yes, that Monday feeling is real, but so is that second (or third) cup of coffee you’ve been eyeing since you woke up. Let’s face it, the real MVP today is caffeine! 🍵

The weather’s still trying to figure out if it’s fall or summer. Either way, sweater season is looming, and your favorite flannel is on deck. So, whether you’re tackling that inbox like a ninja or contemplating if a nap at 10 AM is socially acceptable (spoiler: it is), let’s make this week a good one.

You’ve got this! Just remember, if Monday was a person, they’d definitely need a hug. 😅

Stay caffeinated and carry on! ☕

In today’s South Side Scoop:

• 🏈 Find out if your team won this weekend!

• 🏫 Johnson County Schools Safety Grants: Local schools received over $397,000 for safety enhancements as part of a statewide initiative.

• 🚧 Market Plaza Construction Impact: The Suds Drive-In has temporarily closed due to ongoing construction.

Let’s get to it!

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THE DIGEST

Hands-On STEM Exploration: Students Dive Into Tech at Endress+Hauser

The Community Career Education Forum at Endress+Hauser in Greenwood gave students an exciting hands-on experience with STEM. Over 400 kids explored welding in virtual reality, programmed robots, and watched 3-D printers bring models to life. Local businesses, schools, and volunteers showcased a wide range of STEM careers, from engineering to healthcare, while booths offered interactive experiments like coding and pressure-testing. With nearly 300 community partners and volunteers, the event inspired young minds to explore the endless possibilities in science, technology, engineering, and math, making it a must-attend for STEM enthusiasts.

Johnson County Schools Receive $397K for Safety Enhancements

Johnson County schools received over $397,000 in state grants through Indiana’s Secured School Safety Grant Program, part of a $24 million initiative to enhance school security across 499 schools. Local districts, including Center Grove, Franklin, and Clark-Pleasant, will use the funds for technology upgrades, resource officers, and threat assessments. Supported by area lawmakers, this funding helps schools address specific safety needs, with flexibility to implement measures that best protect students and staff. Since 2013, Indiana has allocated $187 million for school safety grants.

Local Business News

Construction Causes Suds Drive-In Closure Amid Market Plaza Renovations

The Suds Drive-In in Greenwood has temporarily closed due to construction at Market Plaza, which has reduced their sales by 75%. Nearby businesses like Jockamo Pizza remain open, though construction has impacted customer traffic. The city is improving pedestrian and vehicle safety with new sidewalks, streetlights, and storm sewers, but the project is taking longer than expected, with completion set for the end of October. Business owners are urging customers to continue supporting local shops during the disruption.

Johnson County August Home Sales Figures

In August, 242 homes went pending in Johnson County, a 15.8% month-to-month change and a 3.2% year-to-date change.

There were 421 active listings in August, a 50.9% increase from the 279 listings in August of 2023.

The average sale price for August was $279,928, down 17.2% from August of last year.

All data via F.C. Tucker Company.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Monday

Freddie’s Pub DJ Trivia

• Date: Monday, September 23rd

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Freddie’s Pub

The Original Swayzee Hand Breaded Tenderloin Pop-Up

Get ready to stock up on the best tenderloins without driving to Swayzee! A delivery van will be parked at Meineke, offering frozen 10-count packages of original and spicy tenderloins for $23 each. Quantities are limited, and both cash and card payments will be accepted. Don’t miss out!

• Date: Monday, September 23rd

• Time: 3pm-430pm

• Place: 1283 US-31 N, Greenwood, IN 46142

Tuesday

Pickleball 101

Pickleball 101 begins Tuesday at 6:30pm! If you're new to the game or looking to build your skills, this is the perfect opportunity. Experienced players will explain the rules and basics in a non-competitive environment. Join in at 2722 S. Honey Creek Road, Greenwood, and look for the Pickleball Bus!

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Concert

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is offering a free concert in the Southport High School Auditorium on Tuesday, September 24. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the concert starting at 7:00 PM. Come enjoy and experience live music by professional musicians!

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Southport High School

Painting Party at El Pueblo

Come and paint with Kara at El Pueblo! All painting supplies are included. The painting will be painted on an 8X10 stretched canvas for $22 per person . Kara will walk all students through this painting step by step. Ages 12+ only. To register, you MUST PRE Pay on her ETSY page linked below. The event is limited to 30 people first come first serve!

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 6pm

• Place: El Pueblo

Pre-register here.

Artcraft Bingo

Bingo night is back! Doors open at 5:30 PM, and games start at 7:00 PM with cash, gift cards, and other prizes up for grabs. Tickets are $20 for a 6-face card covering 10 games plus a bonus game, with limited table seating available for $30. There’s also a 50/50 raffle, and the concessions and bar will be open. Bring your own clipboard and dauber, or purchase them at the event. Tickets are sold in advance or at the door.

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 530pm

• Place: The Artcraft Theatre

Bojak’s Music Bingo

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: BoJak’s Bar & Grille

Hoosier Brewing Pub Trivia

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 6pm

• Place: Hoosier Brewing

Mashcraft Trivia

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Mashcraft Greenwood

Dave & Buster’s Trivia Night

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 730pm

• Place: Dave & Buster’s at the Greenwood Park Mall

Flashback’s Pub Poll

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Flashback’s Bar & Grill

Whiskey Business Trivia Night

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Whiskey Business

Prodigy Burger Bar Singo

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Prodigy Burger Bar

Shakers Singo Music Trivia

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Shakers Good Eats & Ale House

Wings Etc. Singo Music Trivia

• Date: Tuesday, September 24th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Wings Etc. Franklin

WEATHER

Monday

76 🌡️ 64 | ☁️ | 24% | 🌬️ NNW 5-10 MPH

Tuesday

76 🌡️ 60 | 🌩️ | 84% | 🌬️ SSW 5-10 MPH

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Monday

• Slippery Noodle | Dave Muskett | 730pm

Tuesday

• Richard’s Brick Oven Pizza | Local Artists | 6pm

• Slippery Noodle | Kelley Eisenhower | 730pm

• Rooftop Garden | Viewfinder | 7pm

• Tin Roof | Ben Bernhard | 9pm

SPORTS

Friday Night Local High School Football Scores

Center Grove 28 Trotwood-Madison 19

Whiteland 48 Perry Meridian 28

Franklin 7 Martinsville 40

Greenwood 0 Plainfield 28

Southport 34 Heritage Christian 44

Franklin Central 10 Avon 7

Roncalli 38 Guerin Catholic 23

Greenwood Christian 48 Milan 64

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