Archive for June 2025
Why Are We Opposed to Cutting Government?
How did we get this far off track? It’s been almost a month and the grumbling is still going on over cuts in the budget. Let me see if I have this straight? The one thing that pretty much everyone could agree on . . . say over the last millennia or so . .…
Read MoreIndiana National Guard Celebrates Army’s 250th Birthday
Hoosier National Guard soldiers, airmen and civilians gathered at Camp Atterbury, the southern Indiana post near Edinburgh, to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday. Since the Army’s inception on June 14, 1775, millions of soldiers from all walks of life have served with pride, dedication and distinction. “On this celebration, we not only look back…
Read MorePETA Encourages Going Vegan
Dear Editor, My phone recently lit up with an alert I’d never seen before: “Warning: Dust Storm.” I’ve lived in Northwest Indiana my entire life, and this was a first—a strange, surreal kind of weather I’d only ever heard about in far-off places, not here, not home. Dust storms are doubling across the U.S., driven…
Read MoreNoblesville Linked to Submarine USS Georgia
By Megan Lemly Navy Office of Community Outreach Petty Officer 2nd Class Jesse Wagoner, the son of Noblesville residents, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to USS Georgia, homeported at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. As a submariner, Wagoner is part of a small percentage of Navy personnel continuing a 125-year tradition of service under the…
Read MoreNoblesville Boom Get Things Rolling with Youth Basketball Camp
The Noblesville Boom, the NBA G League affiliate of the Indiana Pacers, will host a youth basketball camp at The Arena at Innovation Mile in Noblesville. The camp, which will be operated by The National Basketball Academy, is scheduled to go from Monday, July 14th through Friday, July 18th. The Boom Basketball Camp will be…
Read MoreNewest (Old) Covered Bridge Gets Ribbon Cut Tomorrow
Hamilton County Parks and Recreation is proud to announce the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly restored Bell Ford Bridge at Geist Park (101979 Florida Road), to be held Thursday at 10 a.m. The public is invited to attend and celebrate the preservation of this one-of-a-kind historic structure and its integration into the region’s expanding trail…
Read MoreMerchants Helps Secure $200K in Housing Grants for Nonprofits
Carmel-based Merchants Bank collaborated with three nonprofit organizations – RDOOR Housing Corporation, Coburn Place, and HAND Inc. – securing a total of $200,000 in funding for them through the Community Multiplier – Match Program with FHLBank Indianapolis. Merchants worked with each nonprofit through the application process for FHLBI’s newest program, which was designed to provide…
Read MoreJuly 4 – Up On the Roof!
The Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County announces its “July 4 – Up On The Roof” private parking event from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. This July 4 opportunity is a private, ticketed parking event. A ticket purchase is per car/vehicle, and advance registration is required. Limited event ticket purchases (buyers) are available with a…
Read MoreInside Scoop on Free Ice Cream This Friday
Kroger has captured the essence of summer, one pint at a time, in its new seasonal Summer in a Pint ice cream series. This limited-edition selection features four flavors designed to inspire dreams of summer getaways with no travel needed. Also, to celebrate the official start of summer, on June 20, the grocer will give away…
Read MoreSymphony on Prairie Starts June 27
Get ready for another unforgettable summer at Kroger Symphony on the Prairie! The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is excited to kickoff their 2025 season packed with world-class performances and fan-favorite tributes, all featuring the scenic backdrop of Conner Prairie Amphitheatre in Fishers. Tickets for the 2025 season are now on sale. Concerts begin June 27…
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