Dr. Fink, you will be sorely missed
The County Line For most folks, it’s hard to imagine enjoying a visit to the dentist, well at least not dreading the thought it. That’s the way it was for…
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Future unknown for Carmel’s O’Malia’s Supermarket
O’Malia’s Supermarket at 126th Street and Gray Road will close in June if a buyer is not found for it and other Marsh-owned groceries. O’Malia’s which once had a half-dozen…
Weingarten looks forward to leading county Democratic Party
The County Line It doesn’t sound like a job many people would want, being Democratic Party chairman in Hamilton County. And, the job doesn’t pay anything. But, Joe Weingarten asked…
County construction plans announced
The Hamilton County Highway Department has released the details of its road improvement plans for the current construction season. Work is already underway on replacing five small bridge structures in…
Bright future for Hamilton County solar power
Hamilton County government is entering the age of solar power. Commissioners this week approved plans for a solar energy system that will provide for the energy needs of the county…
County Parks gala was a hit
The County Line The Hamilton County Parks system began 50 years ago with virtually no land and no money, but today is the envy of the state. The park board…
Property tax deadline this Wednesday
The spring installment of property taxes are due Wednesday, May 10. About half of county property owners have their taxes paid through their escrow account, but those without escrowed funds…
Understand property tax tending
The County Line Usually property tax assessment is a dull subject that creates little interest, but then, once a year the assessor sends out a notice of individual assessment to…
Do we need new laws EVERY year?
The annual session of the Indiana General Assembly is over. Members will convene again next year. But, do we need the legislature to meet every year? There was a time,…
Unraveling complex school funding formula
Hamilton County’s six public school systems will share $357 million next year in state collected tax funds, an increase of $13 million over 2017 disbursements. The money covers most, but…