Smith Valley Road Interchange Now Open at Future I-69 in Johnson County

The Smith Valley Road interchange at State Road 37/future I-69 in Johnson County, has officially opened six months ahead of schedule. This marks a significant milestone in the I-69 Finish Line project, with all movements now open to traffic in the community. The entire corridor is on schedule to open to traffic by the end of 2024.

+ See the Indiana Department of Transportation’s I-69 bulletin here

Update on Franklin U.S. 31 Corridor Improvement Project

Despite six years of meticulous planning for the road segment, the project's start has been moved to 2025 and completion is now anticipated to extend to 2030. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and local community leaders’ primary objectives of the project include optimizing traffic flow, alleviating congestion, and enhancing pedestrian safety along Franklin’s portion of the highway.

+ Read more about the project’s timeline and impact on the community in Franklin

Franklin College and Aspire Johnson County Community Engagement Session

Franklin College, Aspire Johnson County, and Franklin Chamber invite you to a community engagement session to discuss the Lilly Endowment for the College and Community Collaboration (CCC) initiative and Innovation Park at Franklin College. TPMA,  an Indianapolis-based consulting firm,  will facilitate the sessions.

In-person sessions will be held Wednesday, January 31^st at Franklin College. Small employers/Aspire and Franklin Chamber general membership will meet at 9am. Large employers/manufacturers will meet at 1pm.

A virtual session will be held at 3PM to accommodate those unable to attend in person.

+ RSVP for community engagement session

+ Community engagement session information and detailed agenda

Aspire Business Celebrations

December 13, 2023

Haberdasher Artisan Distillery

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

Aspire Weekly Member Highlights

Renewed Member Investors

AARP Indiana

ACCUPAY

Bright Lights Now

Christian Brothers Automotive - Greenwood

CKV Finished Products

David Wolf Family Dentistry

JLW Turf Group and Supply LLC

Johnson County Community Foundation

League of Miracles

Otterbein Franklin

Panda Rose Consulting Studios, Inc.

REALTY WORLD - Harbert Company, Inc.

Taxman Brewing Company

Winters Plumbing LLC

New Member Investors

Altra Homecare Group

Beautiful Smiles

Bedell Home Services

Lennar

PK Arms & Tactical LLC

Featured Aspire Event

More Upcoming Events:

+ Maximize Your Membership (MYM) - Jan. 25

+ The Barn at Aberdeen Farms Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting - Feb. 7

+ Aspire Coffee Connections - Feb. 13

+ Chamber Day at the Statehouse - Feb. 13

You may have complimentary tickets to select events available with your membership. Contact Angie Keene for more information.

This week's Monday Member Moment features Sandy Sowder with Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria in Greenwood. Watch the video to learn about Lou Malnati’s involvement in the community and their family meal deal. Lou Malnati’s is located at 791 South State Road 135. Order on the website at LouMalnatis.com/Greenwood or on the app.



Member Profile: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana

Every kid deserves the opportunity to dream, but many young people are weighed down by economic, educational, and social difficulties in their surroundings. Since 1970, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana (BBBSCI) shows up for kids in our community – creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring friendships that help them pursue their dreams. By building up a support system with parents, mentors, and community partners, young people feel empowered to achieve their biggest possible futures.



+ Learn more

Member Updates

+ Franklin College Alumnus Earns Top Staff Award While 36 Employees Recognized for Milestone Years of Service

+ Franciscan Health to host Caterpillar Kids and Teen Grief Support groups in February 2024

+ Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,500 to Greenwood Community High School