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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 …

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 9, 2026) – Hendricks County legislators are applauding the announcement at a recent Interim Study Committee on Pension Management Oversight meeting that Indiana’s Pre-1996 Teachers’ Retirement Fund is expected to be fully funded a decade earlier than projected. State Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton), who chairs the pension committee, said …

Brown Elementary is one of the 16 Indiana schools selected as a 2026 Blue Ribbon School.  This recognition of academic achievement is the result of the tremendous hard work of Brown Elementary teachers and staff and an unwavering commitment to student success. “With more than 2,300 K-12 schools across Indiana, …

PUTNAM COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces ramp closures that will impact the on and off ramps of I-70 at U.S. 231. Beginning on or after Friday evening, Oct. 9, INDOT contractors will close the I-70 westbound off ramp at the U.S. 231 exit to Cloverdale. The …

Beginning this fall, Brownsburg residents will have new opportunities to stay active indoors through Open Gym programming at Harris Gym. The initial schedule will include adult basketball on Mondays and pickleball on Wednesdays and Sundays, from 6–9 p.m. Recreational sport schedules are subject to change based on community interest and …

WYRZ’s Shane Ray interviews author and biographer Alanna Nash as WYRZ presents “9-2-5: A tribute to Dolly Parton” underwritten by Rudy’s Watch and Jewelry Repair.

Pittsboro, IN – Troopers assigned to the Indiana Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force have arrested a man for possession child sexual abuse material.  The investigation began in Pennsylvania when a father discovered sexual abuse material on his child’s social media account. The Pennsylvania State Police was contacted and began an …

INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Transportation reminds Hoosiers to place political campaign and other signs outside state right-of-way. Campaign and other types of advertising are prohibited on state-owned or state-maintained property by Indiana Code 9-21-4-6, regardless of the time of year. Areas that should remain sign-free include: Intersections Interchanges Rights-of-way …

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 16, 2026) – Hendricks County schools recently received more than $644,000 from Indiana’s Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to area legislators. State Rep. Becky Cash (R-Zionsville) said the program, which was established through legislation the General Assembly passed in 2013, provides matching grants to school corporations, accredited non-public …

INDIANAPOLIS (September 8, 2026) – The 500 Festival is now accepting applications for the 2027 500 Festival Princess Program, presented by The National Bank of Indianapolis. The program recognizes outstanding college-age women from across Indiana who demonstrate leadership, a commitment to service, and embody the Hoosier spirit. Applications are open …