Archive for April 2026
Indiana Seniors Lost $36M to Fraud
New research from SEO agency MADX Digital, which looked at Federal Trade Commission data, reveals Indiana’s older residents lost over $36 million to fraud in 2025, with typical losses reaching $883 per victim. The agency said FTC data shows that elderly Americans aged 60 and over have lost a staggering $2.73 billion to fraud across the U.S.…
Read MoreCFB Honors Employees
Photos courtesy Community First Bank In recognition of April as Community Banking Month, Community First Bank of Indiana is highlighting the impact of its employees’ service and commitment to strengthening local communities. Through CFB’s volunteer program, employees receive 12 paid volunteer hours annually to support ongoing commitments such as nonprofit board service or regular volunteerism.…
Read MoreGun Sense Group Backs Democrat Candidate
Democratic State House candidate Joel Levi has been named a 2026 Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate and has earned the endorsement of Run for Something, a national organization that supports young, diverse leaders running for office. Levi, who is running for Indiana State Representative in District 37, received the Gun Sense Candidate distinction for…
Read MoreHeights Senior Signs to Cheer for Grace College
Hamilton Heights senior Lyla VanAlstine has committed to continuing her education and cheer career at Grace College, an NAIA institution competing in the Crossroads League. She is the daughter of Benjamin and Carrie VanAlstine. During her time as a Husky, VanAlstine earned multiple honors, including Most Improved Cheerleader (2024, 2025) and Most Valuable Cheerleader (2026).…
Read MoreLeadership Academy Announces Speakers
Hamilton County Leadership Academy is thrilled to announce the panel of Hamilton County experts who will be speaking at the 13th Annual Leadership Summit, held on June 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Conference Center Noblesville. It’s widely acknowledged that workplace culture plays a critical role in attracting and retaining…
Read MoreSheridan Education Foundation Celebrates Student Members
On Tuesday, April 14th, the Sheridan Education Foundation, Inc. hosted a special celebratory dinner to recognize the contributions that the student board members have made. The evening specifically highlighted the senior leaders – Emily Will and Brianna Duke. Both Will and Duke joined the board in November 2023 through the ACTS program. The ACTS or…
Read MoreWestfield Schools Promote Maggie Huffman
The Westfield Washington Schools Board of Trustees approved the promotion of Maggie Hultman to Assistant Director of Early Learning Programs at the district’s Early Learning Center earlier this week. Hultman, who currently serves at the ELC as BAC Assistant Director, joined the team in fall 2023 and has been a key leader in supporting students,…
Read MoreNew Business Opens in Carmel
A new destination for snack lovers and adventurous taste explorers is having their grand opening on Saturday, April 18, 2026, located in Carmel City Center. Flavor Bridge Snack & Beverage will open its doors at 846 S. Rangeline Rd. in the Nash Building, bringing a curated selection of specialty snacks, candy, and beverages with a…
Read MoreBaldwin Bill Signed
Legislation authored by State Sen. Scott Baldwin (R-Noblesville) to strengthen health care competition, establish a counter drone framework and modernize judicial security in Indiana was ceremonially signed into law by Gov. Braun today. Senate Enrolled Act 189 builds on the federal No Surprises Act of 2021 by triggering a good faith conference between parties to negotiate a reimbursement agreement instead of conducting an Independent Dispute Resolution…
Read MoreAsk Rusty – If Either Die, Will Other Get a Survivor Benefit?
Dear Rusty: I am 79. My husband is also 79 and we both receive Social Security benefits. We were both married before, and we married each other at the age of 58. Am I to understand correctly that when either of us dies, the surviving spouse is not eligible to collect the deceased spouse’s Social Security benefits?…
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