Connie Pearson presented with 2026 Sheridan Spark Award
By ASHLEY BEASLEY For The Reporter For decades, Connie Pearson has devoted her life to serving the Sheridan community. On July 4, Sheridan Events recognized her legacy by naming her…
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Deciphering independence
One of the hardest things that I deal with as a disabled person is finding a balance between maximizing my independence verses managing my energy stores well. To be honest,…
OneZone CEO Jack Russell delivers ‘State of Business in Carmel’ to Rotarians
By DUBBIE BUCKLER Rotary Club of Carmel V.P. Jack Russell, President & CEO of the OneZone Chamber of Commerce, which includes Carmel and Fishers, delivered an enlightening “State of Business…
Known for your cake-baking skills? Show off at the 4-H Fair!
The Hamilton County Extension Homemakers are sponsoring an open Cake Contest during the 2026 Hamilton County 4-H Fair at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. The contest…
Who makes the best ice cream? Find out at 4-H Fair
Bring the family recipe and join the fun at the Homemade Ice Cream Contest at the Hamilton County 4-H Fair this Saturday, July 18. The contest will be held at…
Hamilton County’s Republican legislators highlight new state laws now in effect
Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, local lawmakers are highlighting new laws that took effect this July. These new laws will help improve childcare access, strengthen protections for…
Morse Reservoir cleanup set for Friday & Saturday
This Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, the Morse Waterways Association will hold its annual reservoir cleanup. On Friday, from 9 a.m. to noon, a group of volunteers from…
Carmel’s own Chase Golden makes Mount Mercy dean’s list
Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, has released its Spring 2026 Dean’s List. Among the students on the list is Chase Golden of Carmel. Students with a semester grade-point…
Rarely-produced musical gets its amusement park day in the sun
By CARRIE NEAL A Seat on the Aisle There are two kinds of people in this world: those who love amusement parks, and those who don’t. My family is in…
Early trash pickup this week in Carmel
Due to high temperatures forecasted for this week, Republic Services will adjust the trash collection schedule to protect drivers from the high temperatures. For the remainder of this week, the…