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BBB Scam Alert: Beware of Medicare and ACA cons during special enrollment period
The coronavirus pandemic left many Americans unemployed — and uninsured. To give people a chance to sign up for health care coverage, the U.S. federal government has opened Medicare.gov from Oct. 15, 2021 – Dec. 7, 2021. Healthcare.gov is open from Nov. 1, 2021 to Jan. 15, 2022. Unfortunately, scammers often see open enrollments as…
Read MoreCarmel students take five top spots in Spartan Smash esports tourney
More than 100 high school students from 16 high schools took part in the 2021 Manchester University Spartan Smash invitational on Saturday, Nov. 20. The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament for scholarships and bragging rights was on the North Manchester, Indiana, campus. The top eight players are eligible for a $3,000 esports scholarship award to…
Read MoreHamilton County Plan Commission
One Hamilton County Square, Suite 306 Noblesville, Indiana 46060 DATE: Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021 TIME: 7 p.m. PLACE: Hamilton County Commissioners Courtroom / County Council Chambers, First Floor, Hamilton County Government & Judicial Center, Noblesville, Indiana AGENDA – revised 1. Roll Call 2. Declaration of Quorum 3. Communication/Reports: 4. Approval of Minutes – November 17,…
Read MoreCenter for the Performing Arts adds second show for Croce Plays Croce
Due to popular demand, the Center for the Performing Arts has added a second performance when Croce Plays Croce comes to the Tarkington on March 19. The production features singer-songwriter A.J. Croce paying tribute to his late father, Jim Croce, a folk-pop singer who died in a 1973 plane crash while his star was still…
Read MoreIndiana discontinuing Afghan donation collections as population and need diminishes
The statewide donation effort to help Afghan evacuees at Camp Atterbury will wind down this week as existing donations meet the needs of the thousands of evacuees who are being resettled across the country. The eight Indiana National Guard armories used as collection sites will cease collections at 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10. The…
Read MoreIndiana State Fairgrounds gives back to the community during the holidays
The holiday season brings a unique merriment that encourages spirited fun, giving back, and meaningful time spent with family and friends. Once again, despite the challenges of the last 18 months, holiday magic remains present at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center. The Fairgrounds gives back in several efforts that impact the community and…
Read MoreInfo sought on suspect in Kokomo armored truck robbery
On Nov. 16, 2021, Officers from the Kokomo Police Department responded to a reported armed robbery at 2201 West Jefferson Street, Kokomo, Ind. An armored vehicle had arrived at the building to service the ATM. While one employee was inside servicing the ATM, a black male wearing a camouflaged hood, black facemask and dark clothes…
Read MoreNoblesville Tree Board’s Urban Forestry Canopy Engagement Committee
Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021 5 p.m. Street Department Conference Room, 1575 Pleasant Street The Noblesville Tree Board’s Urban Forestry Canopy Engagement Committee (UFCEC) meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021 has been changed to Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021 at 5 p.m. in the Street Department Conference Room, 1575 Pleasant Street.
Read MoreNFPA urges added caution this holiday season, as Christmas Day and Christmas Eve are among the leading days of the year for U.S. home fires
Many hallmarks of the holiday season, including Christmas trees, holiday decorations, cooking and baking, present potential fire hazards that contribute to an annual increase in U.S. home fires during the winter months. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Christmas Day and Christmas Eve are among the leading days of the year for home…
Read MoreTriple-homicide investigation arrest in Lebanon
Chad Grimball, 40, Thorntown, has been charged with the murders of Larry Stogsdill Junior, Brannon Martin and Grace Bishop that took place on the evening of Sept. 8, 2021, located at 403 East Walnut Street. Chad Grimball faces the following charges: • 3 counts of Murder • 1 count of carrying a handgun without a…
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