Archive for July 2025
Deadheads, Air Conditioning and Wooly Worms
It’s time for some reader feedback! Ruth Williams wrote that the column on the 1881 heat wave reminded her how stores used to post signs in their windows with messages like “It’s COOL inside” in order to entice summer shoppers to patronize the business. That made me curious to find out when air conditioning first…
Read MoreIndiana American Water Meets with Spartz Staff
Indiana American Water President Barry Suitsjoined a cohort of American Water state presidents and senior executives to meet with Members of Congress in Washington, D.C. this week. The group aimed to strengthen relationships with policymakers and discuss potential solutions to vital water and wastewater infrastructure needs across the nation. Led by American Water President and…
Read MoreCounty Acquires Sheridan Airport
The Hamilton County Board of Commissioners has officially acquired the Sheridan Airport, located in Adams Township just three miles north of Sheridan. The transfer of ownership became effective Monday, July 14. Originally opened in 1948, the public-use airport features a 3,760-foot paved runway and a hangar capable of housing multiple aircraft. It becomes the second…
Read MoreCommunity Input to Inspire Carmel’s Next Great Neighborhood
Carmel residents will play an active role in shaping the design of the City’s newest planned district as part of a just-kicked-off design competition. Three premier urban design firms have been invited to take part in the CNO District Design Competition, offering their respective visions for the 80-plus acre area east of U.S. 31 and…
Read MoreCounty Shines in Enviable Places to Live
We all know Hamilton County is one of — if not THE best — places to live not just in Indiana, but in the country. Thanks to a survey from New Jersey Real Estate Network <https://www.newjerseyrealestatenetwork.com/> , a home‑listing platform, it’s obvious to everyone. Truth is, there are simply places in America that seem to…
Read MoreGirl Scout Summer Badge Camp Teaches Power of Community
Girl Scout Troop 1887 from Carmel High School hosted a Summer Badge Camp at the Carmel Lions Club recently and invited several dignitaries to help the girls earn their Democracy badges. Hamilton County Commissioner Christine Altman and Magistrate Erin Weaver spoke to the girls – ranging in age from 5-10 years – about their roles…
Read MoreSen. Walker Preparing for 2026 Legislative Session
Lawmakers will soon begin meeting for interim study committee hearings in order to stay up to date on topics important to Hoosiers. Why it matters: Interim study committees give legislators the ability to research important topics ahead of the 2026 session. This year I will serve as a member of several committees, which include: I…
Read MoreCarmel Passes Resolution Promoting Civic Volunteerism
Supporting volunteers and the efforts that rely on them, the City of Carmel will soon implement a free service that will link service-minded residents to critical community needs. In a supporting resolution, the City Council recently unanimously approved a resolution sponsored by Councilor Anita Joshi that advances Mayor Sue Finkam’s commitment to fostering and encouraging…
Read MoreNHS Sets Community Event to Explore Expansion
The community is invited to explore the new Noblesville High School expansion at a grand opening event on Aug. 7, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Dedication remarks and a ribbon cutting will take place at 4:45 and attendees will be invited to tour over 100,000 square feet of new and renovated space that will…
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