Finding Inspiration on the Field, And in the Home

Word of the week . . . Inspiration. It has a myriad of meanings such as “a person who has an uplifting influence,” “a role model who has the characteristics of a mentor” or “a famous person, typically successful or much-publicized.” I have come to know an impressive young man that checks all of the…

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Call to Writers: Love Letters Needed

May is one of the loveliest times of year in Indiana, and Indiana Writers wants to hear from you: what do you love about this state?  Indiana Writers is seeking short prose (micro memoir or flash fiction) and poetry for A Love Letter to Indiana, a special writing project to be considered for print in The…

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Bell Ford Bridge Earns Top Engineering Prize

Hamilton County Recognized at the 2026 Engineering Excellence Awards Hamilton County’s reconstruction of the Historic Bell Ford Bridge has been awarded the 2026 Grand Project Award by the American Council of Engineering Companies Indiana, earning the top distinction among 40 projects recognized statewide. The award was presented during the Engineering Excellence Awards on Thursday, April…

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Third-Grade Teacher Named Husky Hero

Sarah Julian, third grade teacher at Hamilton Heights Elementary School, has been named the March Husky Hero. Sarah exemplifies the very best of what it means to be a Husky educator. As the high‑ability teacher in third grade and the PLC leader for her team, she brings exceptional skill, intention, and heart to her work…

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Sharing a Passion For Peonies

From Time to Thyme By Paula Dunn When I noticed the Indiana Peony Festival was this coming Saturday, May 16, my thoughts immediately snapped back to a year ago at this time. I must admit, I’ve never attended the festival. To be honest, I thought it was a relatively small affair at Seminary Park. Ha!…

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Carmel Rep. Delivers Commencement Address

On Sunday, May 3, State Rep. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) delivered the commencement keynote address during the graduation ceremony for Marian University’s School of Medicine and graduate programs. President Daniel Elsener also conferred on Lopez an honorary doctorate of public service on behalf of the university. In his remarks, Lopez challenged students to live out the…

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Announcement Party Free to Public

The public is welcome to join in the free celebration May 18 when Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts announces its upcoming 2026-2027 Center Presents performance season. The upcoming schedule is the most expansive since the Center’s opening year, with more than 70 performances already booked and more to come. The stellar lineup features legendary names and…

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Noblesville Announces 2026 Teachers of the Year

Noblesville Schools named three educators as 2026 Teachers of the Year, encompassing the elementary schools, middle schools and high school. The three are: Kristina Trusty, a kindergarten teacher at Hinkle Creek (who was the overall district winner); Kristen Durst, a language arts teacher at Noblesville West Middle School; and Caroline Hays, art teacher, at NHS.…

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HH Concert Band Earns Strong Ratings

The Hamilton Heights High School Concert Band delivered an outstanding performance at the ISSMA Organizational Contest hosted at Lafayette Jefferson High School. Competing in Group II, the ensemble earned a Silver Rating, finishing just half a point shy of Gold! “Their achievement is especially notable given the challenge of preparing contest literature in only four…

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