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Madison County neighbors frustrated with twice-delayed stoplight project at dangerous intersection
MADISON COUNTY, Ind. — Neighbors near County Road 800 and State Road 13 in Madison County are fed up with waiting on INDOT to change the intersection. To know why neighbors are frustrated you just have to watch and listen at the intersection for a few minutes during rush hours. Located right off of I-69 […]
2 Indy suburbs ranked in the top 5 best places to live in the U.S.
(WXIN/WTTV) — A recent study of the top 100 places to live in the United States includes three central Indiana cities, with one Indy suburb taking home the top prize of most liveable U.S. city. The Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. is an annual survey conducted by Livability that explores and researches […]
Nonprofit offers new affordable housing development in Fishers
A Hamilton County nonprofit that focuses on housing needs for low- to moderate-income residents is making another small dent in the county’s big lack of affordable housing. HAND, Inc., which stands for Hamilton County Area Neighborhood Development, is almost ready to open Cumberland Cottages, its newest housing development at the corner of Cumberland Road and 141st Street in Fishers, with an open house set for Aug. 1.
Hamilton County’s first outdoor refreshment area approved in Noblesville
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — The City of Noblesville is the latest central Indiana city to implement a DORA – an ordinance that allows residents to drink and openly carry alcohol in certain outdoor areas. Town officials announced Monday afternoon that Noblesville has received final approval for a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, or DORA, from the Indiana […]
Camera speed enforcement coming to Indiana construction zones
Starting Aug. 14, camera technology will be set up in the I-70 construction zone in Hancock County. If a vehicle passing through the zone is traveling 11 mph or more above the speed limit, the technology will automatically take a photo of its license plate. The cameras are part of the Indiana Department...
Alcohol banned on courthouse lawn in Noblesville outdoor drinking district
The state has approved an outdoor alcohol ordinance in downtown Noblesville but the most attractive place to enjoy a beverage outdoors will be off-limits. Customers in the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) will be banned from sipping libations on Hamilton County courthouse square, which is ringed with lawns and trees. ...
Fishers Trash Update: City Backs $16 Republic Deal, August Hearing Set
The City of Fishers recommends that Republic Services starts picking up your garbage starting January 2025. Here’s what that would mean for you. The proposed deal would set residents back $16.39 per month in 2025 for a comprehensive package. We’re talking trash, recycling, and even leaf and landscaping collection – a new addition for most Fishers folks.
Hamilton County to Break Ground on New $85 Million Public Safety Center in Noblesville
Hamilton County is on the verge of a significant development with the construction of a new $85 million public safety center slated to start next week, as the groundbreaking ceremony has been announced for Tuesday, July 30 at 11 a.m. This major project, intended to enhance the region's ability to handle emergencies and other public safety demands, will be located at 18291 Presley Drive in Noblesville, adjacent to the Hamilton County Jail and across from Indiana 37 and Indiana 38.
Carmel school board approves new superintendent contract. Here's how much he'll make
Carmel’s school board unanimously approved the contract for its new superintendent Monday who will take on the role officially starting July 2025. Tom Oestreich was announced earlier this month as the school board’s pick for replacing current superintendent Michael Beresford who also announced his plan to retire from his position following the...
New state law banning cellphones in classrooms not expected to change much for Carmel students
When Hoosier students return to school for the fall semester, cellphones will not be permitted in the classroom thanks to a new state law that went into effect July 1. In Carmel Clay Schools, not much is expected to change, according to Superintendent Michael Beresford, because the district already bans cellphones during class.
Hamilton County leaders to discuss Sheridan-Adams Township merger
ARCADIA, Ind. (WISH) — Two Hamilton County commissioners on Thursday morning will have a forum to discuss a proposal to merge the town of Sheridan and the township of Adams into a single government. The township currently surrounds the town in northwestern Hamilton County, a predominantly rural area. The Hamilton County Reporter, a News 8 […]
Funds for Westfield sidewalk project increased
The Hamilton County Board of Commissioners approved an amended funding agreement for sidewalk installation in Westfield during their July 8 meeting. The funds are part of the city’s 2022 project year Community Development Block Grant disbursement from the Noblesville Housing Authority, which administers and provides housing and community development services for all of Hamilton County.
Carmel celebrates summer with Brews on the Boulevard
Fun has always been a summer theme and this summer’s fun will continue when the third annual Brews on the Boulevard returns to Carmel from 5 to 10 p.m. Aug. 3, rain or shine. “This event increases exposure to our local breweries and wineries on our Brews and Barrel...
Opioid Settlement Fund Fuels Anti-Addiction Battle In Indiana
INDIANA — Indiana is stepping up its fight against addiction with a boost from an opioid settlement fund. The money comes from a $54 billion 2021 Opioid Settlement Fund created by manufacturers, distributors and retailers to address their role in the nation’s opioid epidemic. Indiana will receive $508 million from the fund over the next several years.
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