Special guests will be onsite with us at the Dairy Bar of the Indiana State Fairground throughout the day to help handout milkshakes — Commissioner Hoaks of Indiana American Legion and Indiana Dairy Farmers. Entrance on the State Fairgrounds is free for Veterans. Simply pull up to the Dairy Bar …
Read More »This Week on 98.9 WYRZ
Originating from the Hendricks Power Cooperative Studios Week of 11/9 General Underwriters – Hendricks Regional Health and The Republican Newspaper in Danville. All the music heard on 98.9 WYRZ is courtesy of the Avon Chamber of Commerce Music Machine as the Chamber celebrates over 25 years of service …
Read More »20 Gift Ideas Highlight Hendricks County’s Holiday Gift Guide
DANVILLE, IN (November 9, 2026) – Customized voice ornaments, vintage fabric jewelry and edible advent calendars represent just a few of the gifts showcased in this year’s Hendricks County Holiday Gift Guide. For the 14th consecutive year, Visit Hendricks County is featuring top gifts at locally owned stores in Avon, …
Read More »State Honors Two Hendricks County Tourism Leaders with Hoosier Hospitality Award
DANVILLE, IN (November 2, 2026) –A Brownsburg business owner who founded a farm rescue while still in high school and a manager of a Brownsburg attraction who has become known for her attentiveness, empathy and a belief that every guest deserves to feel welcomed, both received statewide recognition last week. …
Read More »Christmas Nights of Lights Returns to Indiana State Fairgrounds for the 2026 Holiday Season
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The holiday season is getting brighter at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center as Christmas Nights of Lights, presented by Fifth Third Bank, returns November 6 through December 31, 2026. The annual drive-through light show invites families and friends to celebrate the season with more than …
Read More »Visit Hendricks County Launches Redesigned Website
DANVILLE, IN (Oct. 29, 2026) –After rolling out its new For Real brand earlier this year, Visit Hendricks County launched the next phase of its brand identity today with a completely redesigned website. The new site is designed to help residents and visitors discover authentic experiences, explore hidden gems and …
Read More »Court Approves $465,000 Settlement for Brownsburg Firefighters
A federal court has approved a $465,000 settlement resolving a lawsuit brought by 68 Brownsburg firefighters over unpaid overtime and improper pay calculations. “The settlement resolves our members’ claims over money they are owed for hours they worked, but it does not change the reason we brought this case forward,” …
Read More »Hendricks Regional Health Names Ryan McNeely Chief Ambulatory Officer
(DANVILLE, IN) – Hendricks Regional Health has promoted Ryan McNeely, DPT, MBA, OCS, to Chief Ambulatory Officer, effective October 31, 2026, recognizing his more than two decades of leadership, innovation and service to the organization. Ryan McNeely, DPT, MBA, OCS, Chief Ambulatory Officer of Hendricks Regional Health In his new …
Read More »Alternating lane closures to impact U.S. 36 between Danville and Avon
HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces alternating lane closures that will impact U.S. 36 (Rockville Road) between Danville and Avon.Beginning on or after Friday, October 23, U.S. 36 will be down to one lane at a time between County Road 200 E. and C.R. 300 E. …
Read More »Hendricks County Community Foundation Announces Launch of New Website
The Hendricks County Community Foundation (HCCF) is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, hendrickscountycf.org. The refreshed online experience makes it easier than ever for the community to explore ways to give, apply for grants, and access local resources. For supporters and donors, the site offers a …
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