IRS Releases Dirty Dozen Tax Scams for 2026

The Internal Revenue Service recently announced its annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals. The Dirty Dozen is part of a broader campaign conducted through the Security Summit, a partnership among the IRS, state tax agencies, and the nation’s tax industry, and reinforced…

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Why Is My SS Retirement Benefit So Small?

Dear Rusty: Can you help me understand? I have paid into Social Security since I started working in 1978. I did have a lot of tax deductions, but I don’t understand why I only receive $350 a month from Social Security. Signed: Befuddled Senior Dear Befuddled Senior: Your Social Security benefit is based upon your average monthly earnings for…

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Application open for WHS Seniors

Do you know a Westfield High School Senior looking for scholarship opportunities to continue their educational journey? The Westfield Chamber Academic Scholarship application is open now. During the Westfield Chamber’s 45-year history, the Chamber has awarded thousands of dollars to deserving individuals in our community. The Chamber is proud to see the tradition continue again…

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Noblesville Family in Spotlight as Riley Champions

A ring from a dial phone broke the 14-hour silence in the surgery waiting area at Riley Hospital for Children on a Sunday afternoon in August, nearly nine years ago. “Her new heart is beating.” For Noblesville residents Kevin and Trinity Ginther, those five words ended years of uncertainty – and began a new chapter…

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Paula’s Hamilton County March Madness Quiz

From Time to Thyme By Paula Dunn I know the term, “March Madness,” technically applies to the NCAA basketball tournament, but since this year’s IHSAA boys state basketball tournament is being held in March, too, I’m going to fudge a bit and call this a “Hamilton County March Madness Quiz” — In the spirit of…

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Cicero Kiwanis Asks Everyone to Join Avenue of Flags

There are few sights more stirring than the American flag waving proudly in the morning breeze. It reminds us of who we are, what we stand for and the generations who built this nation. This year, as our country celebrates 250 years of independence, the Kiwanis Club of Cicero is inviting residents to show their…

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White River Chamber Orchestra Spring Concert Saturday

The White River Chamber Orchestra will present their spring concert on Saturday at Legacy Bible Church at 7:30 p.m. The theme of the concert is “An Evening with Bach and Handel”. Featured music will include Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, selected movements from Handel’s Water Music, arias from Handel’s Messiah (with special soloists Mindy Root and Shockley Flick), plus…

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Heights Freshmen Visit IU Kokomo

Hamilton Heights High School’s freshman class (Class of 2029) recently embarked on an exciting visit to IU Kokomo, immersing themselves in a true college‑campus experience. Throughout this past quarter, students have been exploring post‑secondary pathways as part of the Explore section of our Portrait of a Graduate curriculum and Freshman Seminar. Every freshman participated in…

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HHHS February Coffee Bean Award Recipients Named

Hamilton Heights High School would like to recognize the following students who were named Coffee Bean Award recipients for the month of February. They include Jackson Cantlon, James Lawton, Juan Ortiz, Averie Scott, Alivia Simpson, and Luke Sullivan.  The name and award, inspired by The Coffee Bean, a book written by Jon Gordon and Damon West, delivers…

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