Archive for August 2025
Carmel Moves Forward on Senior Redevelopment Project
Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam and the Carmel Redevelopment Commission advanced plans for the City’s newest development to the Carmel City Council, a collaboration among key groups that features highly sought-after housing options for active older adults, as well as dedicated park space. Signature55 Carmel, a public-private partnership among Rebar Companies and Develop Signature, the City…
Read MoreBarry Odom Brings Reasons for Optimism to Purdue Football
With a few exceptions, expectations have never been high for Purdue football in my lifetime. Last season’s 1-11 record dropped the program’s winning percentage to .513. That’s still better than Big Ten peers Indiana (.422), Northwestern (.447), Rutgers (.492) and Illinois (.505) but nothing to brag about. Purdue’s eight Big Ten championships match Northwestern for…
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Water, Water Everywhere
Okay, I’ll admit it. I was stuck for a topic for this week’s column. Then, while I was brushing my teeth one morning, it hit me (not literally, thank goodness) — water! To be specific, the watercourses in Hamilton County. Have you ever paid any attention to all the creeks, streams, brooks, branches, etc. that…
Read MoreHealth Department Recommends Extra Precautions for West Nile
After a Hamilton County resident tested positive for West Nile virus – the second human case reported in Indiana this summer – health department officials are recommending extra precautions. The mosquito-borne disease can cause illness in humans, birds, and other animals. “Most people infected with West Nile virus have no symptoms or only mild flu-like…
Read MoreCounty Modernizes Emergency Mapping Data
Hamilton County is preparing its 911 system for the next generation of emergency response. The county’s GIS (Geographic Information Systems) team, in collaboration with city GIS teams from Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, and Westfield, has successfully transitioned its emergency mapping data to align with the National Emergency Number Association’s Next Generation 911 GIS data model. The…
Read MoreIndy Has New Fabufantastic Museum
“Indianapolis doesn’t have a bad reputation; it has no reputation,” says retired award-winning Indianapolis Star writer Will Higgins. He’s only half kidding, which means he is half right. According to Will, the quirky, eccentric stories about his home city have never been really celebrated. Higgins learned of some of these untold tales by listening to…
Read MoreHeights to Host Ribbon Cutting for Completion of Phase 2 Project
Hamilton Heights School Corporation invites the community to a special Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday at 5 p.m. at the Hamilton Heights Stadium, South Ticket Entrance. Dr. Derek Arrowood, HHSC Superintendent and Dr. Kevin Cavanaugh, President, HHSC School Board, will lead the ceremony. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the new Outdoor Locker Facility,…
Read MoreLibrary Kicks Off Library Card Sign-Up Month
This September, Hamilton East Public Library invites the community to celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month and discover all the ways a library card can spark creativity, inspire discovery, foster connection, and more. This year’s theme, “My Library Story Starts Here,” highlights the many nontraditional services available at HEPL — from creative tools and business resources…
Read MoreStep Inside Sheriff’s Office – Your Chance to Experience Law Enforcement Up Close
Ever wondered what it’s really like to be behind the badge? The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for our Fall Citizen’s Academy — and there’s still time to grab your spot! Beginning Sept. 4, this 12-week journey (11 weeks of immersive training plus a graduation celebration) will meet Thursday evenings from 6:30…
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