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Three former Indiana governors will visit Noblesville June 12, thanks to the Voices of Leadership Luncheon from OneZone Chamber. Mike Pence, Mitch Daniels and Eric Holcomb highlight the special Voices of Leadership Luncheon, presented by Bondry Consulting at Embassy Suites. The event will feature a rare and insightful conversation with three distinguished leaders who have…

The Hamilton County Commissioners and Councilors are now accepting grant applications from Hamilton County not-for-profits for funding in 2026. The Grant Program is intended to furnish funding to organizations that provide services in furtherance of County goals and without the providing of these services the County may need to consider the development of such programing.…

May 13 was the 160th anniversary of the last land battle of the Civil War. The last casualty of the Civil War in combat was John Jefferson Williams of the 34th Indiana. He’s buried in a paupers cemetery in Jay County. Historian and  museum archivist Andy Chandler visited the site. He said that with other…

Indiana’s migratory bird hunting seasons for 2025-26 have been submitted to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The hunting seasons include those for mourning dove, waterfowl (i.e., ducks, coots, mergansers, and geese), woodcock, snipe, and sora rails.    The white-fronted goose season and bag limit are separate from those for other geese. The white-fronted goose…

You bought something online, and the seller wants you to pay through Cash App. Is that okay? You got a new job, and your new employer sends you a check for more than your salary. Is it okay to deposit? Your water bill is overdue, and the “utility company” demands payment through a pre-paid debit card. Is that a…

As Hoosiers and out-of-state visitors prepare to spend money on good times at the Indy 500, Attorney General Todd Rokita is waving the caution flag — encouraging fans to beware of con artists.   “Scammers are getting sophisticated enough to trick even veteran track-goers,” Rokita said. “All fans should take some basic safeguards before purchasing tickets,…

While some of the nation will be working Monday on the Memorial Day holiday, several businesses won’t be – and it’s important to know for advance planning. Banks will be closed Monday, so get any necessary transactions done today or tomorrow. Some pharmacies will be closed. That means it’s a good time to check and…

The Noblesville Schools Board of Trustees was recent honored by the Indiana School Boards Association with the organization’s Exemplary Board award. Noblesville was one of only five boards in the state to receive that designation. Additionally, Christi Crosser, Stephanie Lambert and Misti Ray earned individual board member distinctions for their professional development accomplishments. Dr. Joe…

Melvin Anderson, 23, of Indianapolis, has been sentenced to 17.5 years in federal prison followed by 10 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to advertising child sexual abuse material and distribution of visual depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct.    According to court documents, between December 2022 and March 2023, Melvin Anderson used…

Hamilton Heights Elementary, Middle and High Schools are among the 190 schools in 29 states to earn the prestigious Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation from the American School Counselor Association. The RAMP designation, valid for five years, signifies that Hamilton Heights Elementary, Middle and High schools have demonstrated a strong commitment to implementing a…