Archive for May 2026
05-27-26
Playing the ‘What If’ Game With Boiler Basketball
The 2007 Indiana All-Star boys basketball team was one of the finest ever assembled by The Indianapolis Star. Five of the 14 players would go on to play in the NBA. Three of those five – E’Twaun Moore, JaJuan Johnson and Robbie Hummel – would form the nucleus of a Big Ten championship team at…
Read MoreNoblesville Schools Considering Continuation of Operating Referendum
Noblesville Schools announced this wek that they are currently considering a continuation of their operating referendum, which is set to expire at the end of 2026. The district has had referendums providing operational funding for schools for the last 16 years. If a new referendum is not approved, approximately $25 million a year in funding,…
Read MoreWestfield Schools Hire Assistant Director
The Westfield Washington Schools Board of Trustees recently approved the appointment of Asheley Harris as Before and After Care Assistant Director at the Virginia F. Wood Early Learning Center during its meeting on May 12. Harris will support students, staff, and families through leadership at the ELC and BAC programs while helping strengthen learning experiences…
Read MoreAllied Solutions Center Has Blockbuster Lineup
The 2026-2027 performance season at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts will be the most expansive since the nonprofit presenter’s opening year. Kicking off in July, the upcoming Center Presents Season sponsored by Allied Solutions features more than 70 performances already booked and more on the way, with artists including Mavis Staples, Harry Connick Jr., Bernadette Peters, Gladys Knight, Ben Folds, Itzhak…
Read MoreDisabilities Councils Partner for Sensory Nature Walk
The Westfield Advisory Council on Disabilities and the Noblesville Advisory Council on Disabilities will host the annual Sensory Nature Walk on Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. along the Midland Trace Trail. The event will feature sensory-friendly activities, community resource booths, and interactive experiences during a self-guided walk between the newly renovated Simon…
Read MoreLady Millers Get New Basketball Coach
Noblesville High School named Justin Bennett as the Lady Millers new varsity girls basketball coach, replacing former coach Donna Buckley. Bennett joins NHS from his role as boys basketball coach for Herron-Riverside High School in Indianapolis, where he recently won a conference championship. He also brings girls basketball coaching experience from head coach roles with…
Read MoreAsk Rusty – Still Working; Why Didn’t I Get More?
Dear Rusty: I began collecting benefits at age 72 and am now 78. Since that time, I have continued to work and have contributed over $40,000 to Social Security over the last six years. At the time of my retirement, I was informed that the Social Security Administration (SSA) would review my contributions annually and replace…
Read MoreGrant Awarded for White River Greenway
Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation was awarded a $400,000 grant through the Indiana Department of Natural Resources Indiana Trails Program. The grant will fund a new section of the White River Greenway, supporting CCPR’s long-term goal of expanding the trail along or near the river throughout Carmel. The Indiana Trails Program supports projects that expand public trail access…
Read MoreRaising Red Flag on Human Trafficking at Indy 500
As the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 approaches this weekend, Attorney General Todd Rokita is calling on Hoosiers and visitors to stay alert for signs of human trafficking during race weekend. “Big events like the Indy 500 create opportunities that human traffickers actively exploit,” Rokita said. “We’re asking everyone to keep their eyes and ears…
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