Archive for April 2026
Little Beds of Flowers, Little Cans of Paint
From Time to Thyme By Paula Dunn I’ve had the phrase, “spring cleaning,” rattling around in my head ever since I mentioned it in a column a couple of weeks ago. Our attitudes toward that practice sure have changed over the years. These days we tend to take a rather casual approach to spring cleaning. Thanks…
Read MoreSen. Buck Shares Updates
Hoosier veterans put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms and way of life. Supporting our veterans is always one of my top legislative priorities, and that’s why this year I supported a new law that provides tax relief for certain Hoosier veterans. House Enrolled Act 1210 will: End homestead property taxes for totally disabled veterans or their…
Read MoreStarts With a Flower; Ends With a Future
Every spring, something special begins to bloom in Cicero. It’s not just the vibrant reds of geraniums or the soft pastels of petunias. It’s not just hanging baskets swaying gently on front porches or flower beds coming back to life after a long Indiana winter. What truly blooms this time of year. . . is…
Read MoreHeights Junior Files Provisional U.S. Patent for AI‑Driven Tool
An extraordinary team effort from Hamilton Heights administrators, educators, and legal partners created the opportunity for Hamilton Heights High School student Alexander Weiland to successfully file a provisional U.S. patent on Friday, March 6, for an innovative engineering tool he developed as part of a classroom project. The patent filing marks a significant milestone for…
Read MoreBank Has Homeownership Grants
Community First Bank of Indiana, in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, secured $949,000 in homeownership grant funding during the 2025 grant cycle, helping make homeownership and home maintenance more accessible for individuals and families across the communities CFB serves. Through a combination of down payment assistance and home repair grant programs,…
Read MoreCarmel Parks Offers Invasive Swap Program
Learn more about planting native species at carmelclayparks.com. Photo courtesy Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation This month, until April 29, Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation is inviting the community to participate in its annual Invasive for Native Tree Swap. This program is an opportunity to remove invasive plants and replace them with native trees that support local ecosystems and…
Read MoreCampaign On to Make Roads Safer
Hamilton County Traffic Safety Partnership is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving on Indiana roadways. As part of the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program, an ICJI initiative that provides federal funding for local traffic safety enforcement, officers will work overtime through April 13 to…
Read MoreSpring in Fishers features Many Events, Activities
The City of Fishers and Fishers Parks are stepping into spring with an exciting season of entertainment, outdoor adventures, and beloved community traditions. From the Fishers Freight back in action at the Fishers Event Center to family favorites like Touch-A-Truck and the expanded Fishers Farmers Market, Presented by IU Health, along with new programs like Ninja Cross, Flag Football, and Triathlon Clinics at the Fishers Community Center, Strengthened…
Read MoreLibrary Expands Local Author Fair
The Hamilton East Public Library is excited to announce the expansion of its annual Local Author Fair into a full weekend of literary events, offering opportunities for both writers and readers to connect, learn and celebrate storytelling. Saturday, April 18: Writing Workshops for All Experience Levels The weekend kicks off on Saturday, April 18 at HEPL’s Noblesville…
Read MoreGood Things Come in Small Packages
Tiny Art Visits Art Gallery in Fishers City Hall A brand new exhibit has been installed in the Art Gallery at City Hall in Fishers focusing on tiny art and poetry – proving that good things do come in small packages and are delightfully paired with poetic partners. “We received the challenge from the City…
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