AVON, IN (April 25, 2026) – The Hendricks County Bicentennial’s signature legacy project officially opened today after county leaders, Bicentennial steering committee members and trail sponsors gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Tree Trail takes over nearly 7 acres at W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park in Avon. One of only two …
Read More »Lane closures to impact two U.S. 36 intersections for ongoing Modern Rockville Road project
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces single-lane closures that will impact two intersections along U.S. 36 as a part of utility relocations for the Modern Rockville Road project. Currently, there are ongoing lane closures that began Monday, April 13 at the intersection of U.S. 36 and Girls School Road …
Read More »Daytime lane closures to impact I-70 in both directions for spot paving
PUTNAM & HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces daytime lane closures that will impact I-70 in both directions in Putnam and Hendricks Counties. Beginning on or after Monday, April 20, INDOT maintenance crews will close individual lanes on I-70 in two locations: Between the Clay and Putnam …
Read More »Hendricks County lawmakers: Legislative session ends with new laws to help Hoosiers
STATEHOUSE (April 15, 2026) – The 2026 legislative session concluded with the passage of several new laws aimed at lowering everyday costs, streamlining government and giving families and communities opportunities to thrive, according to Hendricks County lawmakers. “House Republicans focused on helping Hoosiers with rising costs while making sure our government …
Read More »New Visit Hendricks County Travel Guide Unveiled, Available
DANVILLE, IN (April 14, 2026) – Fresh off the momentum of its new For Real brand, Visit Hendricks County has unveiled a new 40-page Travel Guide, combining fresh storytelling, immersive visuals and a deeper connection to the people and places that make the destination unique. After the previous guide was …
Read More »Free Summer Reading and Math Support Continues for Thousands of Indiana Students
(INDIANAPOLIS) – High-quality reading and math instruction will be available to Hoosier students again this summer through the Summer Learning Labs (SLL). SLL is a free, five-week summer learning and enrichment program for students who will be in grades one through nine following summer break. “Throughout the school year, our educators work …
Read More »From Lived Experience to Action: Hendricks County Hosts First Accessibility Summit
DANVILLE, IN (April 9, 2026) –After months of planning and work to bring accessibility to the forefront of Hendricks County, Visit Hendricks County hosted its first-ever CARE to Connect Accessibility Summit today, allowing experts to share real, lived experiences and the importance of continuing to make Hendricks County a place …
Read More »County Road 1000 S. to close in Hendricks County in connection with a local project
HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a bridge closure that will impact County Road 1000 S. in Hendricks County in connection with a local project. Beginning on or after Monday, April 13, crews will close the C.R. 1000 S. bridge over Branch McCracken Creek, located just south …
Read More »Get your free tickets for ArtScape @ Your Library
Avon, IN— WYRZ is giving away free tickets to ArtScape @ Your Library on April 18th! Follow WYRZ on Facebook and Instagram at WYRZ989 for your chance to pick up a pair of tickets! The Avon-Washington Township Public Library (AWTPL) presents their 20th annual fundraising event, ArtScape @ Your Library …
Read More »Several closures to impact State Road 75 in Hendricks County
HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a series of road closures that will impact State Road 75 near Coatesville. Beginning on or after Monday, April 6, INDOT contractors will begin closures in seven locations on S.R. 75 between U.S. 36 and U.S. 40 to replace small structures. …
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