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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…
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...
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),...
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.…
Carmel conference to connect seniors, students
Carmel’s Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Senior Living is hosting its fourth annual conference Oct. 16. “Intergenerational Day for Seniors: Connecting Generations, Enriching Lives” will bring high school students, older adults, educators and community leaders together for a day of…
Families Pack Fishers Police Headquarters for Annual Open House
Perfect fall weather and a packed parking lot greeted families Wednesday evening as the Fishers Police Department opened its doors for the 2026 FPD Open House. The free event ran from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at police headquarters, 4 Municipal Drive, and gave residents a close look at…
Go Purple with Prevail during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
By TAMI WANNINGER Executive Director of Prevail, Inc. Today kicks off the month of October, which we know well as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. As we welcome October, we once...
Virtual concert raises funds for flood victims
Concerts for a Cause has organized more than 40 concerts over the years, bringing people together and raising money in person. The organization’s newest concert, which is raising money for families in central Indiana who were affected by the recent floods, is different from any…