Archive for April 2026
Lopez Bills Signed by Governor
Two new laws sponsored by State Rep. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) were recently ceremonially signed by Gov. Mike Braun. These laws focus on empowering foster youth across the state and strengthening the mission of Ivy Tech Community College. Lopez said Senate Enrolled Act 15 elevates the voices of Hoosier foster youth by codifying the Foster Youth Bill of…
Read MoreChad Ballenger Named 2026 School Health Educator of the Year
Hamilton Heights School Corporation is proud to announce that Chad Ballenger, Hamilton Heights High School Health Teacher and Head Boys Basketball Coach, has been named the 2026 School Health Educator of the Year by Prevail, Inc. This honor is part of Prevail’s annual recognition during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (April 19–26, 2026), a time…
Read MoreCelebrate Art, Culture, Cuisine at WestfieldFestival
Join the City of Westfield for the second annual Westfield International Festival, presented by Centier Bank, on Saturday, May 16, from noon to 4 p.m. at Grand Junction Plaza (225 S. Union Street). “The City of Westfield is a vibrant community with people from all over the world,” said Mayor Scott Willis. “I’m thrilled to celebrate our…
Read MoreHH Baseballer Signs With Saint Francis
Hamilton Heights High School senior Dillon Pitts has signed a letter of intent to continue his academic and athletic career at the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where he will join the Cougars baseball program this fall. The University of Saint Francis competes in the Crossroads League as a NAIA institution. He…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation Conference Features Updates
Understanding and complying with workers’ compensation laws is imperative for businesses to keep employees safe and improve workers’ comp programs. An upcoming Indiana Chamber of Commerce event, the 2026 Indiana Workers’ Compensation Conference, will help companies navigate claims and audit their current program. The conference – presented by attorneys at Kightlinger & Gray LLP – takes placeMay 5…
Read MoreHeights Runner Chooses Taylor University
Hamilton Heights High School senior Isaiah Heuer has signed a letter of intent to continue his academic and athletic career at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, where he will compete in Cross Country and Track & Field this fall. Taylor University is a member of the Crossroads League and a NAIA institution. He is the…
Read MoreThey Don’t Make ‘Em Like They Used To
BY THE NUMBERS By The Numbers, a look at what’s in the news . . . by the numbers. These are just numbers, not suggestions that they mean more or less than what they are. We do not suggest that one number is connected to another. These are simply facts with no extraneous details, bias…
Read More3 Named to Workforce Development Board
Three people from Hamilton County were appointed by Indiana Governor Mike Braun to Indiana’s State Workforce Development Board. Penny Callaway – Executive Director, Government and Strategic Relations, Indiana Wesleyan University – was appointed to a term that expires March 31, 2029. And Tony Vespa – Founder, Vespa Group and Chuck Goodrich – Chief Executive Officer,…
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Habitual Problems
I don’t want Mary Ellen and me to end up like our friends the Rodmans, who, up until their 40th wedding anniversary, couldn’t keep their mitts off each other, but after returning from celebrating in the Bahamas, they sued each other for divorce. They were so happy they didn’t realize how miserable they were. My…
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