Archive for January 2023
Brown Named Husky Hero
Reverend Jody Brown, a Bus Driver for Hamilton Heights School Corporation, has been named as a Husky Hero for December. Rev. Brown, who is affectionately known as Jody to most everyone, received several nominations for his caring disposition, dedication, and natural connection with students he transports to and from school, sporting events and field trips.…
Read MoreUpdate from Arrowood
In last Friday’s Department of Education Weekly Update from Dr. Katie Jenner, she shared several goals including a statewide literacy goal of 95% of third grade students demonstrating reading proficiency skills and passing IREAD-3 by 2027. Statistics show that students who pass the IREAD-3 assessment in third grade are roughly 35% more likely to graduate…
Read MoreLetter to the Editor: Former Township Trustee Tom Kenley Enjoyed Time in Office, Encourages Others to Run
Dear Editor, I truly enjoyed my two terms as township trustee and one term as a township board member. It was a rewarding experience for me personally and professionally to have had the opportunity to serve all the citizens of Noblesville Township. The reward was in helping common everyday low-income folks who qualified for a…
Read MoreNoblesville Toboggan Team Builds Sleds, Prepares for National Championships
Several Noblesville-based toboggan teams are preparing to compete in the 32nd annual U.S. National Toboggan Championships in Camden, Maine. To support the teams and connect the community to the occasion, three new sleds will be crafted this Saturday at the Lacy Arts Building. Anyone is welcome to participate in and watch the process, which will…
Read MoreEvelyn “Joan” Ellis
December 19, 1950-January 12, 2023 Evelyn “Joan” Ellis, 72, of Noblesville, formerly of Elwood, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023 at Ascension-St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis following a sudden illness. She was born on Dec. 19, 1950 in Elwood, the daughter of Francis Edwin and Mary Louise (Baker) Gerard. Mrs. Ellis attended Elwood schools…
Read MoreSheriff’s Deputies Receive Medal of Honor for Heroism in Home Fire
Yesterday, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputies Austin Rumer and Michael Foote were awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions during a house fire in the early morning on Dec. 7 of last year. The Medal of Honor is presented to members of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office who, through an extraordinary effort, attempts to or…
Read More2023 Indiana Small Farm Conference to Take Place at Hendricks County Fairgrounds
Registration is now open for the 2023 Indiana Small Farm Conference, the premier annual event for the state’s farming community. The 11th annual conference and trade show will take place March 2 and 3 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. One of the featured keynote speakers is Hunter Smith, former Indianapolis Colts punter and…
Read More2023 Indiana Small Farm Conference to Take Place at Hendricks County Fairgrounds
Registration is now open for the 2023 Indiana Small Farm Conference, the premier annual event for the state’s farming community. The 11th annual conference and trade show will take place March 2 and 3 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. One of the featured keynote speakers is Hunter Smith, former Indianapolis Colts punter and…
Read MoreLoren Matthes to Run for Carmel City Council
Loren Matthes, a 20 year Carmel resident, has filed to run for Carmel City Council in the West District. Matthes retired in 2021, but has spent the last 35 years dedicating her professional career to public finance and economic development advisory work at a public accounting and consulting firm, and in local government. Her background…
Read MoreRocky Shanehsaz Forms Exploratory Committee for Seat on Noblesville City Council
Rocky Shanehsaz, a Noblesville resident, local business owner and ardent supporter of nonprofit organizations, announced yesterday that he has formed an exploratory committee to evaluate seeking election to the Noblesville City Council for either District 5 or an At-Large seat. Shanehsaz, owner of Mill Top Banquet & Conference Center in downtown Noblesville, believes in small…
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