Daily Almanac: Nov. 18, 2022
Sunrise/Sunset: RISE: 7:32 a.m.SET: 5:26 p.m. High/Low Temperatures: HIGH: 28 °FLOW: 22 °F Today is… • Mickey Mouse Day• International STAND UP to Bullying Day• National Apple Cider Day What Happened On This Day: • 1626 The new St Peter’s Basilica is consecrated• 1872 Susan B. Anthony, 14 other women arrested for voting illegally in…
Read MoreReport: Rural Indiana Needs More Investment to Ensure Economic Stability, Growth
By Casey Smith Rural Hoosiers “desperately” need state leaders and lawmakers to make greater investments in Indiana’s lesser-populated regions, especially as the younger and more educated workforce moves to more urban areas of the state. That’s according to a new report released Wednesday by the Indiana Community Action Poverty Institute, an Indianapolis-based advocacy group that…
Read MoreLocal Police Receive Grants to Prevent Dangerous Driving
As part of a campaign to curb dangerous driving led by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI), local law enforcement in Hamilton County have been granted $215,670. The Hamilton County traffic safety partnership is overseen by the County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and includes the Noblesville, Fishers, Carmel and Westfield Police Departments and Hamilton County Sheriff’s…
Read MoreHoliday Season in Fishers Kicks Off This Week
The holiday season kicks off this week in Fishers, featuring beloved seasonal traditions and festive family fun. Celebrate the magic of the season at Fishers Parks’ new holiday light display along the downtown portion of the Nickel Plate Trail, knock out your holiday shopping while supporting local during the Shop Fishers: Holiday Series, create handmade…
Read MoreKenny Breaks Down A Potentially Chaotic Big Ten Finale
It’s not the path optimistic Purdue football fans, and this columnist, predicted when forecasting a Big Ten West Division championship this season. Saturday’s 31-24 victory at Illinois not only secured The Cannon trophy for another season in West Lafayette, it helped create a four-way tie for first place with two weeks to go. With Iowa…
Read MoreIDDC CEO Elaine Bedel Earns Indiana Chamber Bayh-Lugar Government Leader Award
Indiana Destination Development Corporation Secretary and CEO Elaine Bedel accepted the 2022 Indiana Chamber Bayh-Lugar Government Leader Award yesterday at the Indiana Chamber’s 33rd Annual Awards Dinner. The Bayh-Lugar Government Leader Award honors state officials leading the charge in bolstering Indiana’s interests in new and innovative ways. Bedel was selected for her efforts to attract…
Read MoreDeedee ‘Debbie’ Mae Gamble
September 7, 1963–November 14, 2022 Deedee ‘Debbie’ Mae Gamble, 59, passed away on Monday, Nov. 14, 2022 at her home in Sheridan. She was born on Sept. 7, 1963 to Grosto and Judith Wells in Danville, Indiana. She worked as a waitress and enjoyed many hobbies which included; fishing, playing Yahtzee, cheering on the Indianapolis…
Read MoreBill Green
June 7, 1925-November 11, 2022 Bill Green, 97, WWII veteran, passed from this life to his eternal home on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, 2022. He was born on June 7, 1925 at home in Tipton, the son of Lowell E. and N. Olive Green. At the age of sixteen, Mr. Green moved with his family…
Read MoreEvelyn Kay Whitcomb Harvill
November 23, 1953-November 12, 2022 Evelyn Kay Whitcomb Harvill, beloved and feisty mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, passed away at age 68 on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Elwood after a sudden cardiac event. She was born on Nov. 23, 1953 in Wichita Falls, Texas. Ms. Harvill attended Littleton Senior High School, in…
Read MoreAnthony ‘Tony’ Wade Lockhart
April 28, 1957-November 16, 2022 Anthony ‘Tony’ Wade Lockhart, 65, of Westfield, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 at Zionsville Meadows in Zionsville. He was born on April 28, 1957 to Roy and Nancy (Firestone) Lockhart in Noblesville. Mr. Lockhart was a great HVAC technician for many years, working at County Refrigeration and Clark’s.…
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