Archive for May 2022
Rising Inflation Hits Homeless Elders Hard
By John GrimaldiThey’re called the “invisibles”— the homeless elders in hiding. These seniors may have a fear of homeless shelters or are just too proud to ask for help and so they hide and take refuge on the streets. It’s a problem that has been with us for decades but has been underreported for the…
Read MoreBoomer Bits: Myths and Facts about Home Nursing
(StatePoint) The last few years have put immense pressure on nurses to work longer, harder and with less staff. New research suggests that many nurses feel unseen, undervalued and unsupported, wondering if it’s worth it. In a recent survey from National Nurses United, 68% of the nurses who responded said they have considered leaving their…
Read MoreAspire Indiana Health to Host Golf for Recovery at Plum Creek GC in Carmel Thursday, June 9th
Progress House will host its annual Golf for Recovery fundraiser on June 9 at a new location at Plum Creek Golf Club in Carmel. Proceeds will benefit Progress House, the state of Indiana’s oldest and largest recovery residence, which became part of Aspire Indiana Health in 2019. The 10th Annual Jim Malarney Memorial Golf Outing…
Read MoreGovernor Holcomb Invited to Speak At World Economic Forum in Davos 2022
Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced he will discuss Indiana’s investment in advanced manufacturing at the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland on Monday, May 23. “Davos 2022 facilitates conversations between global thinkers, international dignitaries, government and business leaders to share their visions for the year ahead,” Gov. Holcomb said. “I’m proud to…
Read MoreGreat American Songbook Foundation to Host Archives Open House, June 9th
The public can view rare music memorabilia and pick up tips on preserving their own family history during an upcoming Great American Songbook Foundation special event. To celebrate International Archives Day, the Songbook Archives Day Open House is scheduled 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at the Palladium at the Center for the…
Read MoreHSE High School Principal Janie Ulmer Named IHSAA Assistant Commissioner
Janie Ulmer, a LaPorte native and current principal at Hamilton Southeastern High School, has been approved by the IHSAA Executive Committee to become an assistant commissioner. Ulmer was one of seven finalists interviewed for the position and will fill the vacancy left by Sandra Walter who is leaving to become athletic director at Franklin Central…
Read MoreIndiana April Employment Report Shows Employment Holding Steady
Indiana’s unemployment rate in April remained unchanged from the previous month, holding steady at 2.2%, according to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD). By comparison, the national unemployment rate in April stood at 3.6%, also remaining stable from March. In addition, Indiana’s labor force participation rate rose again, from 62.4% in March to 62.6%…
Read MoreJune Sip & Shop at Carmel City Center
Carmel City Center is hosting a Sip & Shop event on Saturday, June 4th from 12 to 3 p.m. Visitors are invited to join the Shops at Carmel City Center for special sales and promotions and complimentary libations at four of the businesses. Complimentary white wine tastings and a spiked punch cocktail of vodka, orange…
Read MoreNoblesville Lions Club Helping Gleaners with Food Distribution
On Thursday, May 19th, the local Lions Club assisted Gleaners with food distribution. Lions Joe Connerley and Ron Williamson, along with two ladies from Gleaners, loaded groceries for nearly 100 families. Lions serving again.
Read MoreNoblesville Lions, Noblesville High School Leos Plant Trees
A week or so ago the local Lions Club and the Noblesville High School Lion Leos planted 6 red bud trees, along with some natural flowers and grasses. Lion John Smith is an NHS teacher and the Leos Sponsor. This was a project to beautify a Noblesville High School outdoor garden area.
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