As it approaches the 600-ton mark since opening 22 months ago, Hendricks County’s recycling center at Lizton saw four months exceeding 35 tons each last year. More than 43,000 drop-offs of recyclable household items have been made. At least 100 dogs and one cat have accompanied recyclers. Many are regulars. …
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CLAYTON – On 02/08/2025 at approximately 4:06 pm, Hendricks County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of US 40 and SR 39. Preliminary investigation indicates a black Chrysler 300, occupied by two, was traveling eastbound on US 40. A white Lincoln MKZ, occupied by 4, …
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PLAINFIELD/AVON‑ On February 5th, 2025, an officer with the Avon Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of US 40 and Ronald Reagan Parkway. The suspect vehicle failed to stop, and it collided with another motorist. Upon impact, the vehicle that was struck caught fire. As a …
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DANVILLE, IN (Feb. 1, 2025) – The Hendricks County Arts Council and Visit Hendricks County proudly announce the launch of the Hues of Hendricks County Public Art Initiative. This ambitious project will bring five vibrant public art installations to communities across the county, enhancing cultural pride, fostering community engagement and …
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN, February 5, 2025 – In order to continue to meet the growing demand for effective grief support programming, Brooke’s Place is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Kingsway Christian Church, located at 7981 E County Rd 100 N, Avon, IN 46123. On February 4th, Brooke’s Place …
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HCCF is excited to announce new Board Members and new roles for our current members. Lisa Imlay, Chase Slaughter and Mary Zigler are new to the HCCF Board this year, current Board member Tim Whicker is transitioning to Board Chair, and Drew Feutz is transitioning to Treasurer. Clockwise from top …
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Eric Hessel, Vice President of Programs at the Hendricks County Community Foundation Eric Hessel, Vice President of Programs at the Hendricks County Community Foundation, has been selected as a member of the 2025 class of the Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute. Launched by Indiana Philanthropy Alliance in 2021, the Mutz Institute …
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Leadership Hendricks County has named Maria Larrison the 2024 Hendricks County Leader of the Year for her decades of service to the community. Maria played a key role in establishing Sheltering Wings and Susie’s Place, providing crucial resources for survivors of domestic violence and child abuse. She has also been …
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For years, people have said they just can’t devote a full year to our Community Leaders program … or wished we had a faster track focused on sharpening personal and professional leadership skills. That’s we’re excited to announce the Ember Leadership Academy, a quick but intensive 5-month program started specifically …
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The Hendricks County Community Foundation (HCCF) is thrilled to announce two exciting staffing updates that will strengthen its team and enhance its mission to serve the Hendricks County community. From left: Deb Rotman, Frances Mock Deb Rotman Joins HCCF as Accounting & Database Manager HCCF is pleased to welcome Deb Rotman as …
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