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Column: Sister Cities strengthen community
Commentary By Andris Brezins In 2020, I had the honor of being appointed the honorary consul for the Republic of Latvia to the state of Indiana. With this appointment, I immediately saw the opportunity to establish a Sister City tie between Carmel and Jelgava, Latvia, the city…

Noblesville Creates names award winners
Artists, entrepreneurs, advocates and community partners recently received the 2026 Noblesville Creates Awards, continuing the arts organization’s tradition of recognizing individuals and organizations whose work strengthens the arts and creative community throughout Hamilton…
Murder mystery dinner to benefit ILAAD, Arc of Greater Boone County
A carnival-themed murder mystery dinner will benefit two Boone County organizations that help people with disabilities. The third annual fundraiser for Independent Living for Adults with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities is set for 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 9 at the Boone County 4-H…

Riverview Health launches Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program
Riverview Health launched its Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program Oct. 1, expanding access to specialized, trauma-informed care for survivors of sexual assault in Hamilton and surrounding counties. According to Riverview Health officials, the program will provide patients with…

Books for a Bright Future gets growing community support
The Kiwanis Club of Cicero welcomed well over 60 people to its Books for a Bright Future Dinner and Silent Auction, held last Saturday, Sept. 26, at the South Harbour...

Late Harvest Kitchen gives time & space to help fight food insecurity
Late Harvest Kitchen, 8605 River Crossing Blvd., Indianapolis, was the site of the annual dinner fundraiser for Hamilton County Harvest Food Bank (HCHFB), and the restaurant was at capacity on...

Riverview Health launches new Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program
On Thursday, Oct. 1, Riverview Health launched its new Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program, expanding access to specialized, trauma-informed care for survivors of sexual assault in Hamilton County and...

The Graveyard stompers are ready for Rocktober! Are you?
Every October, look around and you’re sure to find corn mazes, haunted houses, and costume parties, but did you know that you can also experience the thrilling Halloween band, The...

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation receives 2026 National Gold Medal Award
Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation (CCPR) was recently awarded the 2026 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management. The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA),...

Acclaimed cellist Alexander Hersh will move you with Dvořák’s “Cello Concerto”
A soaring cello concerto, a celebrated guest artist and the beginning of a milestone season await as the Carmel Symphony Orchestra (CSO) launches its 50th Anniversary season with HORIZONS: The...

Billy Joel tribute show lands at Palladium in Carmel
Ian Benjamin has always been a fan of Billy Joel’s music. “He writes about humanity and he writes about real life,” Benjamin said. “So much of his music you can tell is from his life experiences, so he’s been a lover, a fighter, a dreamer and an underdog. All of those themes are…

Fundraiser at Holliday Farms to benefit CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center
ABC journalist and host of “What Would You Do?” John Quiñones will be featured at the Evening of Light fundraiser dinner Oct. 17 at The Club at Holliday Farms for the CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center in Terre Haute. The evening begins with a cocktail hour at 5 p.m.…