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Boomer Bits: A Healthy Smile Might Give You An Extra Mile
(Family Features) Poor oral health is common among American adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 65 million Americans have periodontitis, the most advanced form of periodontal disease. According to Harvard Medical School, people with periodontal disease have been found to be at higher risk for cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease…
Read MoreDaily Almanac: June 24, 2022
Sunrise/Sunset: RISE: 6:16 a.m. SET: 9:16 p.m. High/Low Temperatures: High: 86 °F Low: 61 °F Today is…: • Celebration of the Senses • International Fairy Day • Swim a Lap Day What Happened On This Day: • 1717 The world’s first Masonic Grand Lodge is established • 1901 Pablo Picasso opens his first exhibition •…
Read MoreFishers Police Department Announces Search for Qualified Officer Applicants
The Fishers Police Department is actively seeking highly motivated candidates to participate in a competitive hiring process. Applications are being accepted through Aug. 18, 2022. Applicants are encouraged to visit their website, http://www.fishers.in.us/253/Recruitment, and complete an on-line application. The Fishers Police Department is Internationally Accredited by the Commission for the Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies…
Read MoreNPD 2022 Ticketed Series Off to Roaring Start with Packed Houndmouth Show
The Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (NPD AMP) and MOKB Presents launched their 2022 summer ticketed shows series this past Saturday with a packed show featuring Indiana’s own Houndmouth. The show launched a brand new series that features up-and-coming national artists. “Houndmouth served up the perfect launch for our new ticketed series,” said Sarah Sandquist, Director…
Read MoreAttorney General Rokita Leads Effort to Protect Equal Opportunities for Women
Attorney General Todd Rokita is leading an 18-state coalition demanding that President Joe Biden back off plans to demolish protections for women contained in federal law. President Biden has proposed sweeping changes to Title IX of the Education Amendments that would expand the law to cover transgender individuals. “We must follow the science and Hoosier…
Read MoreIDEM Issues Air Quality Action Day Today for Hamilton County
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has issued an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) for Hamilton County today, forecasting high ozone levels in the county. IDEM encourages everyone to help reduce ozone by making changes to daily habits. You can: Drive less: carpool, use public transportation, walk, bike, or work from home when possible…
Read MoreIHSAA Takes Shot at New Format for State Basketball Tournaments
Yesterday, the Executive Committee of the Indiana High School Athletic Association voted to make a significant change to the format of the annual boys and girls basketball state tournaments. In its final meeting of the 2021-22 school year, the group of school principals and athletic directors voted 15-2 to make the regional round a single…
Read MoreIndianapolis Symphony Orchestra Presents Star-Spangled Symphony at Connor Prairie
Conductor Alfred Savia will lead the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra with vocalist Doug LaBrecque and narrator Dean Dorrell through four performances of the Star-Spangled Symphony, July 1 – 4, at 8 p.m. EDT, nightly. The ISO will perform patriotic favorites including the Suite from the movie Gettysburg, a tribute to the Armed Forces, music by Irving…
Read MoreNational Fire Protection Association Offers Shocking Tips on Not Getting Electrocuted
With summer here and the July 4th holiday weekend just around the corner, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is reminding people about potential electrical hazards that exist in swimming pools and hot tubs, onboard boats, on docks and piers, and in waters surrounding boats, marinas, and launch ramps. While most people are unaware of…
Read MoreNews Brief: Road Closures and Openings
Argh, road closures are back again! The Times has learned that on or after Tuesday, July 5, 2022, 266th Street between Mt. Pleasant Road and Startsman Road will be closed to all traffic for the rehabilitation of Bridge No. 72. The closure is expected to last until early December. Originally scheduled to be closed May…
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