Archive for October 2025
Carmel Sets Trick-or-Treat hours
The City of Carmel’s official hours of trick-or-treating will be Friday, Oct. 31 from 5 to 8 p.m. Homes welcoming trick-or-treaters should turn on their porch lights. If you do not wish to participate, or run out of treats, please turn off your porch lights. While there are many neighborhoods and other organizations that hold…
Read MoreHamilton County Historical Organization Gets Grant
The Indiana Historical Society has announced the recipients of its latest round of Heritage Support Grants, awarding more than $724,000 to 20 historical organizations across Indiana, including one in Hamilton County. The Carmel Clay Historical Society was awarded $50,000 to establish a paid internship program for collections management and to purchase archival supplies and equipment.…
Read MoreAnimal Shelter Desperately Needs Supplies
The Humane Society for Hamilton County is in urgent need of essential supplies. The good folks who take care of our furry friends need gloves, bleach and paper towels. And even though those things might be the last items you would expect our pets to need, they are essential to keeping the animals healthy and…
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12th Annual Festival of Trees Nov. 22
The good folks at the Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County are once again bringing you the Festival of Trees. This year’s gala event – the 12th annual – is scheduled for Nov. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Embassy Suites in Noblesville. Embracing the warmth of the holiday season, the Festival of Trees showcases…
Read MoreScouting For Food to Fill Shelves at Open Doors
On Nov. 1, Westfield residents are likely to see Scouts strolling their neighborhoods. Westfield Scouting America Boys Troop 107 and Girls Troop 1070 will be holding their annual Scouting For Food on Sat., Nov. 1. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Scouts will be canvassing Westfield neighborhoods to gather nonperishable food items to stock the…
Read MoreCarmel Unveils Interactive Art Map, Tour
The City of Carmel announced the official unveiling of its online Public Art StoryMap and new interactive Public Art Walking Tours map to celebrate the existing collection of art pieces, encourage citizen engagement and promote healthy living through walking. The new interactive tools, for the first time, bring to life Carmel’s vast array of…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office Takes Part in Illegal Immigration Discussion
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy John Lowes recently joined leaders from across the state at the Indiana State House for a high-level panel discussion on pressing issues related to illegal immigration. Hosted by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita and State Representative J.D. Prescott, the event served as a platform to introduce and discuss the…
Read MoreAsk Rusty – When Will My Disability Become My Regular Social Security?
Dear Rusty: I hope you can answer this question. I’m currently receiving Social Security Disability benefits, and I will be turning 65 in February 2026. I’m confused as to how Social Security Disability transitions to regular Social Security, and when. I assume it’s age 65 but maybe it’s my retirement date? Also, does the amount…
Read MoreState Says Open Enrollment is Time to Consider Your Options
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period is going on now through Dec. 7. This is the one time each year when ALL people with Medicare have an open enrollment period to make changes to their Medicare Advantage health and Part D prescription drug plans for the next year.During the Open Enrollment Period, you can make changes to…
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