Archive for March 2025

Witham Health Services has shared the following programs are available. Witham Health Services is proud to be part of the growth and vitality throughout Boone County and the surrounding communities. Its mission is to improve health through excellence and personalized care. Every day, the experienced and compassionate staff, combined with state-of-the-art technology, bring exceptional health…

Purdue Extension Hamilton County celebrated their 39th annual Ag Day program during National Agriculture week, March 16-22. Because of the construction at the 4-H Fairgrounds, local Extension staff took the Ag Day experience on the road to each participating school. Over the course of Ag Week, Purdue Extension staff visited 72 classrooms, delivered 42 presentations,…

There’s been something truly magical happening for the Hamilton Heights Band this month, and the accomplishments are nothing short of spectacular! All Heights Band members who participated at the ISSMA State Solo & Ensemble all earned gold! The Jazz Band dazzled at the ISSMA Jazz Contest in Kokomo, earning a prestigious gold rating. A special…

As a Hamilton County Commissioner, I am proud to support Health First Indiana (HFI), a transformative initiative that strengthens public health across our state. Born from Senate Enrolled Act 4, legislation passed by the 2023 Indiana General Assembly, Health First Indiana provides vital funding to counties like ours, allowing us to assess local health needs…

When advertisers want to sell something, the first thing they need to know is what their audience really wants, needs or just can’t live without. What do they desire or possibly long for that their product can cure, relieve or accomplish? Having worked in radio advertising on and off throughout my career, I get that.…

For nearly two decades, Indiana has been a leader in ensuring our elections remain secure by requiring voters to have a valid photo ID when they cast their ballot. This year, Senate Republicans are working on a bill to strengthen Indiana’s voter ID law by prohibiting student IDs issued by state colleges or universities from…

The annual indoor Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Visit will return to the Sheridan Public Library on Saturday, April 5 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.  Hunts will begin every 15 minutes.  This event is for ages 10 and under. Children are encouraged to bring baskets or bags to carry eggs.  For more information on upcoming…

This week, a bill I am sponsoring that would ensure children in foster care who don’t have a reliable guardian can be financially independent advanced in the legislative process. House Bill 1441 would allow a foster youth at least 16 years old or an emancipated minor under the age of 18 to open a savings…

The White River Chamber Orchestra is pleased to announce the world premiere of a symphony by a local composer and conductor as part of their spring concert on Saturday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. be at Legacy Bible Church in Fishers. Dr. Keith Kunda of Fishers will conduct a program entitled Concerto and Symphony: Baroque…