Johnson County, Franklin, and Whiteland Collaborate on Roundabout to Boost Local Economic Growth

The City of Franklin, Town of Whiteland, and Johnson County are teaming up to construct a roundabout at the Paul Hand Boulevard and Graham Road intersection. Local leaders like Mayor Steve Barnett say the project, funded jointly by the three governments, will improve infrastructure to support growing business and traffic needs in the area.

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US Job Openings Hit 3-1/2-Year Low as Labor Market Eases

U.S. job openings fell to a 3-1/2-year low in July, signaling an easing labor market as businesses slow down hiring amid rising layoffs, according to Labor Department data. The report, which shows a shift in labor demand, remains insufficient to justify a large rate cut by the Federal Reserve.

How to Run an Effective “12 Days of Deals” for Small Business Season

A “12 Days of Deals” campaign is an ideal way for small businesses to capture holiday excitement leading up to Christmas, attract new customers, and boost sales through making attractive new offers. Businesses can keep customers returning for fresh discounts and unique promotions and generate hype and foot traffic by strategically planning each daily deal.

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New Small Business Federal Filing Deadline SOON!

New this year, small businesses across the United States (including our readers) are now required to file a “beneficial ownership information report,” also known as corporate transparency reports with the Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. This new report is different from the tax forms you file with the IRS, and the deadline to file your report is coming soon - January 1, 2025. Here’s everything small business owners need to know about filing a corporate transparency report, including if you are exempt from filing (hint: probably not!).

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Featured Aspire Event

Tuesday, November 12th

8:30am - 9:30am

Miss M's Home and Garden by Sundown Gardens

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More Upcoming Aspire Events:

+ HR Roundtable - Nov 12

+ HEALTHeACCESS Information Meeting - Nov 14

+ Legislation Matters: Pints + Policy - Nov 21

+ Tidings + Tinsel - Dec 5

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

Johnson County Public Meetings

If you are interested in learning more about our municipalities and attending local public meetings, you can access websites and meeting calendars through the links below.

+ City of Franklin

+ City of Greenwood

+ Johnson County

+ Town of Bargersville

+ Town of Edinburgh

+ Town of New Whiteland

+ Town of Prince's Lakes

+ Town of Trafalgar

+ Town of Whiteland

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Engaging Employees with Philanthropy Increases Retention

By: Stefany Dolan, Owner, becauseOne

Now, more than ever, employers work hard to retain talent. Beyond fair compensation, competitive benefits and work-life balance, employees are looking at whether their employer is making a positive impact within the community and beyond. According to a Benevity survey, creating and executing a purposeful giving program can help decrease turnover by 52%!

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