Memorial Day Means Closings

While some of the nation will be working Monday on the Memorial Day holiday, several businesses won’t be – and it’s important to know for advance planning. Banks will be closed Monday, so get any necessary transactions done today or tomorrow. Some pharmacies will be closed. That means it’s a good time to check and…

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Remembering End of Vietnam War

EDITOR’S NOTE: The 50th anniversary of end of Vietnam War and the 60th anniversary of U.S. combat involvement in Vietnam was the topic of a Memorial Day speech in Henry County by Nate LaMar. In March, I made a business trip to Vietnam. This was my second visit, with the first having been in 2000.…

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Noblesville Board One of Only 5 Honored

The Noblesville Schools Board of Trustees was recent honored by the Indiana School Boards Association with the organization’s Exemplary Board award. Noblesville was one of only five boards in the state to receive that designation. Additionally, Christi Crosser, Stephanie Lambert and Misti Ray earned individual board member distinctions for their professional development accomplishments. Dr. Joe…

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Man Sentenced to 17.5 Years for Selling Child Sexual Abuse Material on Twitter

Melvin Anderson, 23, of Indianapolis, has been sentenced to 17.5 years in federal prison followed by 10 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to advertising child sexual abuse material and distribution of visual depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct.    According to court documents, between December 2022 and March 2023, Melvin Anderson used…

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Heights Schools Earn Prestigious Award

Hamilton Heights Elementary, Middle and High Schools are among the 190 schools in 29 states to earn the prestigious Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation from the American School Counselor Association. The RAMP designation, valid for five years, signifies that Hamilton Heights Elementary, Middle and High schools have demonstrated a strong commitment to implementing a…

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Stellar Season On Tap in Carmel

Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts has announced a 2025-2026 performance season that will serve as a yearlong celebration of its 15th anniversary. The upcoming Center Presents Season sponsored by Allied Solutions will kick off in August with more than 60 performances already booked and more on the way, including revered classical ensembles and…

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Blood Drive Dot Landscape in June

Emergencies don’t take a holiday. As we head into Memorial Day weekend, the American Red Cross urges donors to keep the blood supply top of mind and help save lives by making an appointment to give blood. Here in Hamilton County, there are several blood drives scheduled: Immediate access to blood products is a key…

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Former Prosecutor Lee Buckingham to Retire 

Hamilton County Director of Administration and former County Prosecutor Lee Buckingham will retire at the end of the month. A steady and respected leader, Buckingham has spent three decades serving the people of Hamilton County. “Working for Hamilton County has been the honor of a lifetime,” Buckingham says. “The people – whether in the Prosecutor’s…

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Carmel Ranked #2 on Best Places to Live List

  Carmel has once again been recognized as a top city in the nation – this time by U.S. News & World Report. The “250 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2025-26” list, released today, ranks Carmel as #2 in the nation. The news release touting the rankings credited Carmel “on the strength of…

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Carmel Attorney Running for Judge

Paul C. Sweeney, a longtime Carmel resident and attorney with over 28 years of legal experience, has announced his candidacy for Judge of the newly established Hamilton County Superior Court 9. This court was created by the Indiana General Assembly, set to begin operations on January 1, 2027. The decision to run for judge reflects…

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