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Neighbors’ Thankfulness, Credit God for Timing & Circumstances
It has been a while since we gave you some updates on local “coincidences” when supply meet needs, so I thought we would share a few recent pantry stories from the volunteers. Meet Jack and Diane (not their real names) but they were as John Mellencamp sings “two American kids doing the best that they…
Read MoreJuuuuust A Bit Outside . . .
BY THE NUMBERS By The Numbers, a look at what’s in the news . . . by the numbers. These are just numbers, not suggestions that they mean more or less than what they are. We do not suggest that one number is connected to another. These are simply facts with no extraneous details, bias…
Read MoreCounty Councilor Hall Details March’s Timesheet
Welcome to the Timesheet. This column is a report of work done on behalf of the people of Hamilton County. It is to be informative too, a place to learn about projects and how our county government works. As your employee, it is important that you know what is being worked on as transparently as…
Read MoreLions Learn About HAND, Affordable Housing
At their meeting on Wednesday, April 8, the Noblesville Lions welcomed Andrea Davis, Executive Director of HAND, Inc., along with board member Scott Lowe. Davis introduced her organization by explaining that “Where we live impacts every aspect of our lives.” HAND’s mission is to build, preserve and advocate for affordable housing in the suburbs. She shared that…
Read MoreUsed Bike Sale May 16 in Westfield
A used bicycle sale and donation day will be held Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to noon, sponsored by Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County. It will take place at Recycled Cycles repair shop at 810 E. Main St. in Westfield. The shop is located at the top of the drive, north of Big…
Read MoreBaldwin Legislation Signed by Governor
Legislation authored by State Sen. Scott Baldwin (R-Noblesville) to strengthen health care competition, establish a counter drone framework and modernize judicial security in Indiana was ceremonially signed into law by Gov. Braun today. Senate Enrolled Act 189 builds on the federal No Surprises Act of 2021 by triggering a good faith conference between parties to negotiate a reimbursement agreement instead of conducting an Independent Dispute Resolution…
Read MoreAdditional Support for Sen. Jim Buck
Dear Editor, We have known Senator Jim Buck since he was first elected to the Indiana Senate. We confirm the many other endorsements confirming that he has consistently been a person of high moral character and honesty, and who has consistently voted his conservative values. Senator Buck recently posted 16 conservative endorsements from businesses…
Read MoreBranna Shares the Parenting Paradigm
They hatch, develop wings, learn to fly, then they’re gone. The nest is empty now. No, I’m not talking about raising birds. I’m referring to raising our children. No matter if we did our best to feather the nest, there comes a time when our scope of influence will decline, if not wither away. Once they’re…
Read MoreIvy Tech Day Coming Up Tuesday
Ivy Tech Day Coming Up Tuesday On Tuesday, the community will come together to celebrate student success and expand opportunities across Hamilton County during Ivy Tech Hamilton County’s annual Ivy Tech Day. As part of a statewide day of giving, the campus will highlight the powerful impact of philanthropy while rallying support for students pursuing…
Read MoreSen. Buck Shares Update
Suspending the Gas TaxThis week, I joined State Sen. Travis Holdman in urging the governor to temporarily suspend the state’s tax on gas. Shortly after my call to suspend the tax, Gov. Braun announced a 30-day suspension of the state’s 7% sales tax on gas, which will help Hoosiers save money as the cost to fill up remains high. Senate Republicans have a long track record of passing laws to lower costs and…
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