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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…

Photos courtesy Andy Chandler At the time of this publishing, tomorrow, May 12th is International Nurses Day.  Working in the archives at a museum dedicated to a reporter who documented people’s daily lives, it’s easier to discuss a specific government program, time, or issue through the eyes of someone who experienced it.  Most people come to museums expecting to see a collection of artifacts. Among the…

Dick Wolfsie On our recent vacation, the weather was so bad one night that we decided to see a movie. Our selection had received great reviews. But just to be sure, I lingered outside the entrance to overhear what people were saying as they left the theater. Sometimes, at restaurants, I also like to gauge…

Slumber is all too often a neglected notion. Of all of our basic human needs for survival, sleep typically lands last on our list. I will be the first to admit that as an ADHD adult, I’ve been known to quip “I’ll sleep when I’m dead!” I ‘rest’ my case. However, if we turn a…

Noblesville Lions are collecting new, manual can openers to share with families who rely on local food pantries for support. Many families receive canned goods, but don’t own a working can opener. Community members can donate new, manual can openers at the entrance to Ginger’s Cafe during regular business hours. From left, Lions George Long…

Dear Rusty: I was born on January 1st, 1958, so I believe Social Security considers me to be 70 as of December 2027. I’m planning on filing when I turn 70 to maximize the payment. I’m not sure if I should start in December, with the first payment in January 2028. Or should I start in…

Opens 80th Food Pantry The Feeding Team has announced the launch of Pantry 80, located at the Noblesville American Legion, 273 S. 8th St. According to Mark and Lisa Hall, co-founders of The Feeding Team, they are grateful to the Frank Huntzinger Noblesville American Legion Post 45 for hosting the 80th pantry. “Veterans in Indiana have given…

For The Record is a public service and regular feature in The Noblesville Times. It is designed to tell you what is scheduled to happen and what actually does happen in meetings paid for with your tax dollars. The Times encourages all citizens to take an active role in being involved in local government. Noblesville…