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Celebrate Art, Culture, Cuisine at WestfieldFestival
Join the City of Westfield for the second annual Westfield International Festival, presented by Centier Bank, on Saturday, May 16, from noon to 4 p.m. at Grand Junction Plaza (225 S. Union Street). “The City of Westfield is a vibrant community with people from all over the world,” said Mayor Scott Willis. “I’m thrilled to celebrate our…
Read MoreChad Ballenger Named 2026 School Health Educator of the Year
Hamilton Heights School Corporation is proud to announce that Chad Ballenger, Hamilton Heights High School Health Teacher and Head Boys Basketball Coach, has been named the 2026 School Health Educator of the Year by Prevail, Inc. This honor is part of Prevail’s annual recognition during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (April 19–26, 2026), a time…
Read MoreLopez Bills Signed by Governor
Two new laws sponsored by State Rep. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) were recently ceremonially signed by Gov. Mike Braun. These laws focus on empowering foster youth across the state and strengthening the mission of Ivy Tech Community College. Lopez said Senate Enrolled Act 15 elevates the voices of Hoosier foster youth by codifying the Foster Youth Bill of…
Read MoreLWV Offers Vote411 Primary Resource
The League of Women Voters of Hamilton County offers a one-stop resource for voters looking for info about the upcoming May 5 primary elections. Vote411.org is a nonpartisan resource that provides ways to access candidate information and bios and to find polling place locations, among other services. “Vote411 is the best online election resource for getting…
Read MoreFormer Colt Gets Bills Signed
The governor recently ceremonially signed new laws co-authored and sponsored by State Rep. Hunter Smith (R-Zionsville) to expand teaching opportunities and cut red tape in K-12 education. Smith said Senate Enrolled Act 204 expands pathways into teaching by granting eligibility to individuals who have a license to teach in a charter school to obtain an initial practitioner…
Read MoreHamilton Heights FFA Plant Sale Opens This Week
Photos courtesy Hamilton Heights Schools Hamilton Heights High School’s FFA chapter is excited to welcome the community to its annual FFA Plant Sale, officially opening today from 3–5 p.m. The sale continues Thursday from 3:30–5:30 p.m. and Friday from 3–5:30 p.m. at the high school greenhouse. This year’s sale features a vibrant selection of vegetables,…
Read MoreLions Step Up For Hungry
The Noblesville and Westfield Lions Club, along with The Feeding Team distributed food from Gleaners to 160 families recently at Hamilton Heights High School. The next distribution will be April 28 at Harbour Shores Church from 4-6 pm.
Read MoreWestfield Formalizes Council on Disabilities
The City of Westfield has formally codified the Westfield Advisory Council on Disabilities into the City’s municipal code, following a March 9 vote by the Westfield City Council. The action establishes the council as a permanent part of the City’s civic structure and reinforces Westfield’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion. Nine members have been appointed to serve…
Read MoreHeights Pitcher Signs With Bethel
Hamilton Heights High School senior Tyler Comer has signed a national letter of intent to continue his academic and athletic career with the Bethel University Pilots in Mishawaka, Indiana. Bethel University competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and is a member of the Crossroads League. He is the son of Travis and…
Read MoreHamilton Heights Baseballer Commits to Eureka College
Hamilton Heights senior Owen Robey is headed to Eureka, Ill. where he will continue his baseball career with the Eureka College Red Devils, an NCAA Division III program competing in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. He is the son of Abby and Wade Robey. A two‑year varsity letterman, Robey, #10, contributed to the Huskies as…
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