The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest weekends for dispatchers in the Marion County Sheriff’s 911 Center. This year, the 911 Center expects to answer over 3,000 911 Calls on the 4th of July alone. Unless someone is injured, or property is damaged by fireworks, the Marion …
Read More »Hymera Man Arrest for Sexual Misconduct With a Minor
Sullivan County – Indiana State Police initiated a criminal investigation in December 2018, after receiving information that a 16 year old female had been sexually abused. The investigation revealed that Michael A. Hughes, age 50, of Hymera, Indiana, allegedly had been engaging in sexual misconduct with a minor. After reviewing …
Read More »Researchers Visit Indianapolis to Gather Information for Indy Music Strategy, Attend Indy Music Social
(INDIANAPOLIS, IN, July 2019) The Indy Music Strategy, an economic development project exploring the music economy and ecology in Indianapolis, is moving forward into its second phase. The project, conducted by partners from the Indy Chamber, Visit Indy, the City of Indianapolis, CICF, Live Nation and a number of other …
Read More »Indy Chamber’s Hispanic Business Council launches new executive education program for growth-oriented local ‘Latinx’ employers & entrepreneurs
(INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., July 1, 2019) The Indy Chamber’s Hispanic Business Council (HBC) is launching a new program, ‘Accelerate Latinx powered by Interise’ to provide management training to Hispanic business owners across the Indianapolis region. Accelerate Latinx is a partnership with national economic development non-profit Interise, utilizing its award-winning StreetWise ‘MBA’™ …
Read More »Two from Hendricks County Among Gov. Holcomb’s Appointments to Various Boards, Commissions, and Task Forces
INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several new appointments and reappointments to various state boards, commissions, and task forces. Board of Registration for Soil Scientists The Governor made four new appointments to the board, who will serve until June 30, 2023: Robert Jones (Carlisle), project manager with the …
Read More »No Brownsburg Farmers Market on July 4th; Kids Business Day at the Market on July 11th
The Brownsburg Farmers Market will not be open on the 4th of July, but there’s plenty to look forward to at the market this season! July 11 is Kids in Business Day when children ages 5 to 17 will sell their own crafts, baked goods, jewelry, cards, original artwork and …
Read More »Town of Brownsburg Reminds Residents of Fireworks Laws and Safety Guidelines
The Town of Brownsburg encourages residents to keep safety in mind as they celebrate the Fourth of July holiday, particularly when it comes to the use of fireworks. The Indiana fireworks law permits only individuals over 18 to purchase fireworks, and a person 18 or older must be present when …
Read More »Celebrate Independence Day in Brownsburg
Brownsburg town offices will be closed on Independence Day, but there will be plenty of activity at the Brownsburg Lions Club 4th of July Extravaganza! The carnival opens at 6 p.m. nightly July 2 through 6 at Arbuckle Acres Park. All-you-can-ride wristband nights are July 2, 3, 5 and 6. The …
Read More »Indianapolis Fire Department and Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department urge safety when using fireworks
As the 4th of July draws closer, many residents are making plans to use fireworks during the upcoming holiday period. The Indianapolis Fire Department and Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department encourage residents to be respectful of their neighbors and use sound judgment as part of their holiday celebrations, with 4th of …
Read More »Hendricks Regional Health Honors Comeback Athletes
Danville – Hendricks Regional Health is continuing its support of high school athletes in Hendricks County with the Comeback Athlete Award. On June 13, one athlete from each Hendricks County high school was recognized for their return to competition following an injury, in addition to their leadership, sportsmanship and academic …
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