The Mystery of the Missing Bridegroom

From Time to Thyme By Paula Dunn There’s an intriguing story in Haines’ 1915 Hamilton County history about a bridegroom who mysteriously disappeared on his wedding day almost 160 years ago. Very few specific details are included, however, so I decided to try to find more information. I wasn’t overly optimistic since no names or…

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Former Colt Gets Bills Signed

The governor recently ceremonially signed new laws co-authored and sponsored by State Rep. Hunter Smith (R-Zionsville) to expand teaching opportunities and cut red tape in K-12 education. Smith said Senate Enrolled Act 204 expands pathways into teaching by granting eligibility to individuals who have a license to teach in a charter school to obtain an initial practitioner…

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LWV Offers Vote411 Primary Resource

The League of Women Voters of Hamilton County offers a one-stop resource for voters looking for info about the upcoming May 5 primary elections. Vote411.org is a nonpartisan resource that provides ways to access candidate information and bios and to find polling place locations, among other services. “Vote411 is the best online election resource for getting…

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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…

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Chad 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…

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Celebrate 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…

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HH 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…

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Workers’ 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…

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Heights 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…

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They 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…

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