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The City of Carmel will celebrate its 32nd Arbor Day on Saturday, May 3 at the opening day of the Carmel Farmers Market on Carter Green. The Carmel Urban Forestry Committee will be on hand from 8-11:30 a.m. to answer landscaping questions to promote proper tree planting, mulching and pruning techniques. Carmel was named a…

The Fishers’ City Council recently voted to approve the rental cap ordinance, drawing a response from a large real estate organization. “We are disappointed by the Fishers City Council’s decision to approve the rental registry and rental cap ordinance,” said Shelley Specchio, MIBOR CEO.   MIBOR is the professional association representing central Indiana’s Realtors and has nearly…

The City of Carmel Street Department has been working to pick up storm debris from residential areas in the aftermath of the April 2 tornado. The last day for residents to utilize this service will be Wednesday. The Carmel Street Department announced on April 3 that the City would be providing free curbside pickup service…

Hamilton County Parks and Recreation recently hosted a heartfelt dedication ceremony at the White River Campground to honor the late John Bundy, founder of White River Rescue Inc., for his unwavering commitment to the preservation and restoration of the White River. The event drew members of the community, local officials, and environmental advocates to celebrate…

BABIES & TODDLERS: May 5, 12, 19 at 10:30 a.m. | Discovery Time (up to 3years) PRESCHOOL: May 7, 14, 21 at 10:30 a.m. | Little Learners Story Time (ages 3-6) May 27 at 6 p.m. | PJ Story Time (ages 3-6)  GRADES K-5: May 15 at 3:30 p.m. | After School Club: Lego Car Balloon Challenge GRADES 6-12:…

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In recognition of Arbor Day on April 25, the TurfMutt Foundation is celebrating the vital role trees play in enriching our environment, enhancing our health, and beautifying the spaces where we live, work, and play. “Trees are environmental superheroes,” says Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation. “They clean our air, cool our…

In the wake of recent storms and flooding across Indiana, Attorney General Todd Rokita is calling on all Hoosiers to remain vigilant as scammers look to exploit these disasters by targeting charitable and helpful individuals. Just as fraudsters prey on generosity during holiday seasons, they also take advantage of those seeking assistance or repairs after…

In recent years, many Hoosiers have been understandably frustrated by large property tax increases due to inflation that drove up property values. This year, Senate Republicans prioritized Senate Enrolled Act 1 that will provide property tax relief and long-term reform for homeowners across Indiana.  Under Senate Enrolled Act 1:

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office issued the following statement earlier this week. The Hamilton County community experienced a deep loss with the passing of Mason Alexander on Saturday March 1st, 2025. This crash has been under investigation by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) since that date. The HCSO is approaching this case,…