Posts by The Times of Noblesville
New AARP Scorecard: Indiana Ranks #27 in the Country for Long-Term Care Services and Supports for Older Americans, Including Family Caregivers
Report Finds Systemic Gaps in Indiana in Support for Family Caregivers AARP’s new Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Scorecard finds that more than three years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, care provided in the United States for older adults and people with disabilities is painfully inadequate. The report finds that major gaps persist in every…
Read More“Grandma, help!” Emergency Scams On Rise
Emergency scams, sometimes called “grandparent scams,” prey on the willingness of an unsuspecting, worried individual to help friends and family in need. Often, they will impersonate their targets’ loved ones, make up an urgent situation, and plead for help… and money. Social media sites allow scammers to look up information and offer plausible stories. They…
Read MoreAsk Rusty – About Federal Taxation Of Social Security Benefits
Dear Rusty: Why are my Social Security benefits being taxed at all? The Social Security FICA payroll taxes taken out of my paycheck while I was working were paid with taxable income. Signed: Disgruntled Taxpayer Dear Disgruntled Taxpayer: Many Americans share your belief that federal taxation of Social Security benefits is unfair because we pay…
Read MoreDaily Almanac: September 30, 2023
Sunrise/Sunset RISE: 7:41 a.m.SET: 7:33 p.m. High/Low Temperatures: HIGH: 83 °FLOW: 58 °F Today is… • The Start of Sukkot• Orange Shirt Day• International Thunderbirds Day What Happened On This Day: • 2005 Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten publishes controversial cartoon. The Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten published a controversial cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad. The publication led to…
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Second Annual Fall Festival Is Back At Midtown October 14
The Arts in Autumn, sponsored by CrossRoad Engineers, PC, is the City of Carmel’s second annual fall festival happening in Midtown Plaza on Saturday, October 14 from 2 – 6 p.m. It will feature food vendors, arts and crafts merchants, family fun activities, a screening of Hotel Transylvania at 2 p.m., live entertainment, a custom…
Read MoreMore Than $13,000 In Prizes Awarded At Carmel On Canvas
The ninth annual Carmel on Canvas plein air event was held September 15 -17 and featured artists in an open-air painting exhibition and competition which took place on the sidewalks throughout the the City’s central corridor. “Carmel on Canvas was once again a great success with many talented artists traveling a great distance, including from…
Read MoreInaugural Noblesville Advisory Council On Disabilities Appointments Announced
The seven appointments to the inaugural Advisory Council on Disabilities have been named by Mayor Chris Jensen and the Noblesville Common Council. The council will support the city’s mission to create a more inclusive, supportive and vibrant future in our community where everyone can thrive. “The advisory council will serve an important role in our…
Read MoreMartin Named Husky Hero
Melissa Martin, President of the Hamilton Heights Educational Foundation and Technology Integration Specialist for the district, has been named Husky Hero for the month of August. Martin, who has been with the district since 2013, has held several roles during her tenure making an impactful difference to the corporation, her colleagues, students, and their families.…
Read MoreClowning Around With Dick
By: Dick Wolfsie This ad was on line the other day. I am not making this up. “As a clown, you help people celebrate special occasions, making sure everyone has a laugh. Your work is a business, and like any business, there are things that can go wrong. To protect yourself from professional risks, please…
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