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Hamilton County Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the receipt of a $35,000 grant from Duke Energy to support a turf conversion project at Strawtown Koteewi Park. This generous grant will fund the transformation of 24.6 acres of mowed turf into vibrant prairie habitats, enhancing local biodiversity and providing essential resources for pollinators and…

This month, Noblesville Creates showcases artists Casey Williams and Shelley Feeney, along with the Young Artists exhibit at the Judge Stone House and the Sporting Inspiration exhibit at Noblesville City Hall. Additionally, Noblesville Creates wishes to highlight a special Hamilton County Artists’ Association exhibit at Four Day Ray Brewing. Details on exhibit locations, dates, receptions,…

With kindness often in short supply in our polarized world, generosity shines brightly. Anonymous generosity shines even brighter. This month, the number of neighbor gifts has been nothing short of amazing, thank you. Our mission would be impossible without your volunteerism and continued pantry donations. Recently, a new corporate food donor, South Atlantic Packaging, connected…

Indiana American Water will start its annual water main flushing in its Noblesville District, beginning overnight on Sunday and continuing through Wednesday in the downtown area from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Flushing of the remaining areas of Noblesville will start on Wednesday, April 16 and run through Friday, June 20 on weekdays from 8…

The City of Carmel is pleased to provide the following anticipated schedule for the 2025 construction season (see 2025 schedule below). These projects include traffic flow improvements, roadway enhancements and continued upgrades to pedestrian safety. Construction schedules are designed to minimize disruptions as best as possible while delivering long-term benefits. “Prioritizing the safety and efficiency…

Spring is in the air, and so is the spirit of giving! The Kiwanis Club of Cicero has officially kicked off its 2025 Annual Flower Sale Fundraiser—an event that not only brightens gardens but also helps grow brighter futures for children throughout the community. Orders for flowers are being accepted now through Saturday, April 19,…

It’s hard to believe that there’s now less than a month remaining of the 2025 legislative session. Over the coming weeks, I’ll continue to work to pass several pieces of legislation I authored and sponsored, among them Senate Bill 209 and House Bill 1441. SB 209 would allow for the use of electronic pull tab…

The 13th Annual Noblesville Creates Fairyville, presented by Duke Energy, returns to Noblesville Creates and Downtown Noblesville April 23-26, with crafts and activities for all ages and most events free. Sponsors include Duke Energy, Mini Minds, Four Day Ray Brewing Fishers, Guardian Care, Playground Productions, Musicologie, Josiah White’s, Bar Ellis, Renewal by Andersen, Martin &…

Throughout April, Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation is offering an Invasive for Native Tree Swap program to promote invasive species awareness. Remove one or more invasive species from your property, and CCPR will reimburse you with one three-gallon native tree sapling. There are four species of native trees available: river birch, redbud, pagoda dogwood, and…

In celebration of KeyBank’s (NYSE: KEY) Bicentennial, the KeyBank Foundation is proud to announce a special grant program designed to strengthen Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) that play a critical role in advancing affordable housing and small business development. This milestone initiative reflects KeyBank’s enduring legacy of service, resilience, and commitment to fostering economic opportunity and strengthening communities. Through…