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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 …

AVON, IN — The Avon High School choir department invites the community to a special musical celebration honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States on Tuesday, September 15. The evening will feature beloved patriotic selections, classic American songs, and a heartfelt tribute to the nation’s veterans. The department will …

STATEHOUSE (Sept. 3, 2026) – State Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) recently accompanied Gov. Mike Braun and other state and federal officials to assess storm recovery sites around Indiana following severe storms and historic flooding last month. State Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) (center) speaks with Gov. Mike Braun (right) and Indiana …

AVON, Ind. — [August 31, 2026] — The Mary Lee Maier Community Pantry has launched a new capital campaign to nearly double its operating space and expand its ability to provide food and essential items to families within the Avon Community School Corporation. The campaign – More Room. More Food. …

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 18, 2026) – Hendricks County lawmakers are celebrating Hoosier students’ scores on the 2026 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination assessment rising for the fifth consecutive year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. State Rep. Becky Cash (R-Zionsville), a member of the House Education Committee, said more than 88% of Hoosier third …