I found out about this place after the post office canceled the passport appointment I had…read morescheduled for my son a month in advance. Thankfully, I learned that this location accepts walk-ins for passport services. I called ahead to confirm, and I'm really glad I did. They don't offer photo services like the post office, so I had to make an extra stop to get photos taken. I had also already prepaid for a money order on the processing fee, but it turned out they accept credit/debit cards or cash for that portion of the cost ($35), so I ended up paying that way instead (since my money order was too much ($50) because of the extra photo service charge I had opted for originally with the post office). The payment to the U.S. department of state ($130) still had to be money order/cashiers check or a check which I had a money order for that. The building itself is beautiful, very historic with a old-timey vibe. I enjoyed sightseeing around the building, checking out all the landmarks. When we arrived, the security guard at the front was helpful and guided us to the correct area. The staff member who assisted us was also very friendly, which made the process smooth. Parking was free and available around the building, which made things even easier. When I called ahead, they also let me know which entrance to use since some were closed, and that was really helpful. I'm so grateful this option was available the same day. It was convenient, easy to access, and the service was great, plus, the building itself was a nice bonus to see.

The Johnson County Courthouse stands on a prominent square in Franklin. The Courthouse, designed by…read morearchitect George W. Buenting, was completed in 1881 and is a mixture of Italianate and other styles. The courthouse is the 4th dedicated structure for Johnson County. (Two previous courthouses were destroyed by fire.) The exterior of the building is a combination of brick and limestone. A central clock tower with working bell is prominent. Several war memorials stand in the courtyard including a bronze Civil War sculpture by John Vawter. Inside, marble floors, curved stairways, carved woodwork and other woodwork captured my attention. A central atrium with a beautiful lit ceiling is the centerpiece of the building. The building is pristine with the most recent renovation completed in 1983. The security guard was friendly and directed me to the clerk's office for information. There are several courtrooms in the building. The Superior Court was close to original 1881 condition with folding seating made of wrought iron and oak. Other courtrooms had been modernized. Free parking surrounds the Courthouse square. The building is fully accessible. The Courthouse is worth a visit if you are interested in architecture and history.

For intake (APC) it takes for-ever, mine was 27 hours. In jail there's no mental health care to…read morespeak of, though about 25% of people need it. If you tell them you are under menatal health care when you are processes, they withhold it for a week to make you talk. When it's your time to be releases, they hold you for an extra day...or two...or 7...cause they do not care and their records are messed up.

I have been to jail here a few times in my adult life.. The guards are awful to deal with. The…read moreonly voice they have is screaming and yelling at inmates. And when you are supposed to go to court it always is being rescheduled for another day and it gets delayed for days it seems. When you get bailed out or released on own recognizance, it takes them forever and a day to get you out of there and discharged. My bail was paid at 11 pm and I didn't get released until 4 pm the next day!! And the thing is they don't give a rats behind about it. Horrible place and horrible food.

Relayed by Washington Times newspaper columnist and film critic Richard Grenier in 1993: "...As…read moreGeorge Orwell pointed out, people sleep peacefully in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf..." Those men (and women) train here at Mascatatuck. This is an unmatched training center you'll find nowhere else. It's administratively attached to Camp Atterbury. A thousand acres of space that provides for all manner of training scenarios. SOF, cyber, and homeland security experts conduct exercises here regularly. There's a neighborhood underwater that provides the perfect setting for urban natural disaster rescue, there are gutted-out buildings, and partially-destroyed cars depicting ravages of war in which to conduct PMT and TFT. There's even a full-sized subway station in the complex, and much more. The site also has lodging and messing facilities available. It's truly an all-encompassing marvel. I've been privileged to come thru here twice now. If you are afforded the opportunity, be prepared to be overwhelmed.

The little town of Madison is a beauty. I have been trying to appreciate the smaller towns around…read moreme more, and it's amazing the hidden gems that you can come across. Located right by the Ohio river, Madison is a beaming community. Their main street stretches pretty far, and many of their residents live right on there. A lot of pedestrians, and easy walking access to most businesses. You could consider it a college town being close to Hanover, but you'll find folks of all age ranges here. In the summertime, you can head down to the river and hop on a boat for a joyride. Only about an hour from Louisville, and a cleaner-looking side of the Ohio River, this town sure has a lot going for it.

Historical town in Indiana along the Ohio River. Great little places to eat, tours, shopping and…read moreclose by is Clifty Falls State Park and Hanover College. We really enjoyed it.

Sherri (I hope I spelled her name correctly) was extremely friendly and helpful, answered all my…read morequestions. Couldn't be more nicer! Wait time for non-appointment was approx. 45 mins.

Waited on hold for approx 45-mins. When I finally got someone I tried explaining my request but she…read morethen placed me on hold again. When she came back she proceeded to tell me I needed to come in. That what I was requesting was a lot of paperwork (change in monthly start date-pretty easy). I told her she was the fourth person I talked to and the only one who said it was necessary to come in. She then proceeded to tell me she wasn't in the mood for this today and hung up on me. Truly unbelievable.

I've decided to do an update of this Social Security Office since their location has moved a bit…read more It has also been a solid ten years since my original review. I'm not quite sure why they changed from the relatively comfortable digs at 56th and Post Road (which was actually built for them) to an obviously older and far more disheveled building at 16th and Post Road. I needed to snag some documentation so I could complete some paperwork for my father. Surprisingly, I didn't have it. In the old days, it was super easy to just drop in. Sure, you waited. Yet, you could stop in and get served and be on your merry way. These days, the emphasis is on web-based experiences. They also suggest an appointment for most situations, though an appointment is not actually "required" except for a few services. I arrived noting, with some dismay, that there's not a single true ADA spot here unless you go to the employee side of the building where there's two. The front entry has a two-sided double-entry with glass doors. As you enter, there's security to the right and two kiosks where you sign in. You sign in even with appointments, though it appeared appointment times were generally honored. I initially entered and saw all the "make an appointment" signs and freaked. Then, I saw all the "you can accomplish this online" and freaked out. So, I went back to my car (there's no one really offering anything resembling customer service) and tried to call them. After going through a mazes of automated/AI responses that weren't what I needed, I may have screamed "Give me a fu**ing human." Strangely enough, that worked and within seconds I was connected with a human. Even more strangely, that human was surprisingly kind and helpful. As expected, she could not help because I was acting on behalf of someone else. She encouraged me to go into a branch - I noted being in the branch parking lot, and she encouraged me to just walk-in. So, I went back in (I didn't walk, of course. I still haven't mastered that skill). I finally realized the kiosks were there and signed in. The waiting area is basically BMV-like. It's a large room. The employees all sit behind shielded booths and when you get called you go to the associated booth. It's weird and very industrial and stunningly impersonal. Fortunately, I was served by a very nice woman who knew her stuff and resolved my concern fairly quickly (after about a 45-minute wait to see her). All in all, I was pretty stunned to get my issue resolved in one day. So, that keeps my 3-star from being a 2-star. Access? There's one parking spot with a VERY faded wheelchair symbol and the spot isn't close to ADA. The only two spots I saw were on the employee side - so much so that an employee who saw me pointed out the entry was on the other side of the building. They do have an accessible restroom. Most of the booths seem fairly accessible, though most have two chairs in them. I had to move chairs to move up to the counter. The security guard was fine - neither gruff nor friendly. Certainly not helpful. It's simple. A lot can be resolved online these days. Try it. Calling can also help. However, there are those reasons you have to go in and you just have to get through it. It's not great. It's not awful. It's the government (Hey, I can say that. I work for the government).

I called at 9:03am this morning and the wait time was supposed to be less than 10 minutes, but here…read moreI am still waiting and hour and 15 minutes and still waiting. I can't even get the information I need online like it says when you're on hold because it doesn't help at all. As long as I've been waiting I would think my case would be solved and approved but I been waiting over a year for that too and still waiting. This is crazy!

I drove to Anderson to complete a name change request process that I had begun online. The…read morelocations closest to me were booked out much further into the future. This is your typical government building. It was very sterile, and serious, and quiet. No fun is to be had here. I checked in via the QR code on the sign when you first walk in. They do also have a touch-screen kiosk for checking in as well. The lobby was clean and the security guard stopped someone in the doorway who was attempting to enter with a beverage. When another patron began playing videos on their phone with the volume on high, I was disturbed by his inaction (this is one of my pet peeves). Their phone was extremely loud and there are signs posted stating that all ringers and such should be set to silent. They weren't even watching it either. They were speaking to each other in even louder voices, attempting to talk over their loud phone. I gave them the side-eye and then gave the security guard "the look", like dude, do your job! "The look" worked because he then announced that all phones should be on silent. Thank you for your service, kind sir. My number was called pretty quickly and the gentleman that assisted me was thorough, but also quick. I appreciated that. He congratulated me on my nuptials and handled my request for a new SS card in minutes. I commented at the end "Well, that was painless" to which he responded "Yeah, I don't usually start inflicting pain until after noon" See, you can have fun at the social security administration!

Bureaucracy, you sometimes cannot avoid! The website for SSA is fabulous and there are so many…read moretasks you can accomplish online. Although there are those times you should visit in person. In my case, I wasn't sure of a process. It was easier to talk to a human "live" and get my questions answered. I could have waited on the phone to an agent. The office in Anderson is efficient. There's a kiosk to check-in. Plastic molded chairs to sit in and a security guard for safety.Visitors are called to the a service window based on the reason for their visit. Medicare, Retiree benefits, Disability benefits or a Payee Representative are a sampling of titles that could bring you to the door of government bureaucracy. The staff tries their best to accomplish tasks for visitors, they are pleasant, helpful, and informative.

The Capitol building is beautiful. I didn't have time to do a tour of the inside so I just walked…read morethe grounds. They took out the sign which tells you which one is the moon tree, but I did see it. I am just not sure which one it was. I would really like to come back and do the official tour.

This historic capital building has been undergoing renovations in 2025 as can be evidenced by the…read morescaffolding surrounding the rotunda in the photograph I have posted. It is the historic working capital building & seat of government for the state of Indiana. Open to the public as it should be the beautiful architecture and grounds are a must visit for Indiana citizens and anyone else who finds their self in the capital city of Indianapolis.