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Have you visited our Alpha Shelter lately? It’s located adjacent to Williams Park and the Maple Ridge Trail, and now it’s also adjacent to our new Outdoor Classroom! This new park feature encourages users to connect to nature through programs, workshops and other activities. The classroom will help visitors enjoy …

FISHERS, Ind. (Oct. 2, 2017) – Fuzic, a marketing tech platform that provides custom audio advertising and licensed music for location-based businesses, announced plans today to expand its operations in Indiana, creating up to 255 new, high-wage jobs by 2020. “The rapid growth of Fuzic and Indiana’s tech community is …

HENDRICKS COUNTY, IN – Flu season has just begun, and public health officials at the Hendricks County Health Department are urging residents to get their flu shot to prevent the spread of influenza this season.   “Getting your flu shot early in the flu season, which usually runs between October …

AVON, IN—(SEPTEMBER 29, 2017) U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today recognized 342 schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2017. Maple Elementary is one of seven schools in Indiana to receive this honor. The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. “National Blue Ribbon Schools are active demonstrations of preparing every child for a bright future,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to the honorees. “You are visionaries, innovators and leaders. You have much to teach us: some of you personalize student learning, others engage parents and communities in the work and life of your local schools and still others develop strong and forward-thinking leaders from among your teaching staff.” The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools where students achieve very high learning standards or are making notable improvements in closing the achievement gap. This coveted award affirms the hard work of educators, families and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content. Now in its 35th year, the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program has bestowed recognition on more than 8,500 schools. On Nov. 6-7, the Secretary and the Department of Education will celebrate with these honorees at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. All schools are honored in one of two performance categories, based on all student scores, subgroup student scores and graduation rates: · Exemplary High Performing Schools are among their state’s highest performing schools as measured by state assessments or nationally normed tests. · Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools are among their state’s highest performing schools in closing achievement gaps between a school’s subgroups and all students over the past five years. Up to 420 schools may be nominated each year. The Department invites National Blue Ribbon School nominations from the top education official in all states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, the Department of Defense Education Activity and the Bureau of Indian Education. Private schools are nominated by The Council for American Private Education (CAPE). Here is a link to Secretary DeVos’ announcement: https://youtu.be/e_YqQtf1GaY [1] *Attached photo is of Maple Elementary Teachers and Principal

Hoosier high school students across the state will participate in College Application Day on September 29. Thirteen Indiana colleges will waive their fees in recognition of College Application Day, and more than 50 events will occur statewide—making this Indiana’s biggest College Application Day since joining the initiative in 2013. College …

Hendricks Co – Indiana Conservation Officers have been investigating Brownsburg Taxidermy located in Brownsburg, IN for the past year and a half.    The owner of the business, Kevin McGrotty allegedly collected thousands of dollars from his clients and has guaranteed his clients completed work, but has failed to do the …

Hunger in Hendricks County is a real issue with over 15,000 residents, or 1 in every 10, living in food insecure homes meaning they don’t know where their next meal is coming from. Thankfully, Hendricks County is home to the Hendricks County Food Pantry Coalition (HCFPC) which is made up …

When does a workout help local cancer patients? On Saturday, October 7 when Crossfit Unbreakable in Plainfield hosts its annual fundraising event from 9-11 a.m. at their gym in Plainfield, 2198 Reeves Road, Ste. 2A. Proceeds will enable Hendricks Regional Health to purchase 300 copies of the book, What to …

September 18, 20147–Putnam County—This evening at 6:30, an alert Indiana State Police Trooper from the Putnamville Post noticed a blue 1998 Ford Ranger abandoned on the westbound shoulder of Interstate 70 near the 35 mile marker. This was the third time in approximately four weeks the trooper noticed the same …

INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 15, 2017) – Today the Indianapolis Airport Authority Board authorized the sale of nearly 2,000 acres of conservation land to the Town of Plainfield, furthering the commitment  the IAA made in 2015 to restore non-aviation land to local communities  and local tax rolls. “IAA staff and our community partners have worked diligently to ensure this tract of land is given a continuing and   enanced purpose – and I thank all involved for their smart work and conscientious judgement in bringing this  transaction to fruition,” said Barbara Glass, IAA board president. The Town of Plainfield will pay nearly $1.6 million for the land, which includes protected wetland areas, and critical  habitats for the endangered Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis) and many other animal and plant species. The land also   includes Sodalis Nature Park, which features trails, picnic areas and a 5.5-acre pond for public use. Of the full acreage, 1,724 acres is restricted land based upon U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services and Army Corp of Engineers  regulatory standards and is functionally reserved for conservation purposes, while 142 acres is unrestricted and  available for other uses. “Our focus is on aviation, and being a good neighbor to the communities we serve,” said Mario Rodriguez, IAA  executive director.  “This land transaction is the embodiment of both – and we’re  delighted it will transfer to the capable hands of one of our key business partners, the Town of Plainfield.” In 2015, the IAA entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Plainfield to discuss the future use of the land and to explore creating an even better opportunity for residents to enjoy the land’s natural environment. “We are excited to see this land sale opportunity come to our community where we will continue to preserve the  ongoing conservation efforts, enhance the recreational activities in Sodalis Nature Park, and plan thoughtfully for  those areas where development can take place,”  said Robin Brandgard, Plainfield Town Council president. “This is another example of steady progress to meet the goals of our land use initiative,” said Alfred Bennett, IAA board secretary and board representative from Hendricks County. “Our airport neighbors will directly benefit from this   transaction, and I look forward to seeing the impact this has for Hendricks County residents and the Town of Plainfield.” ABOUT THE INDIANAPOLIS AIRPORT AUTHORITY The Indianapolis Airport Authority owns and operates Indiana’s largest airport system. In addition to the Indianapolis International Airport,  its facilities include the Downtown Heliport, Eagle Creek Airpark,  Hendricks County Airport, Indianapolis Regional Airport and Metropolitan Airport. IND has received numerous  prestigious awards recognizing it as a leader within its class, including best airport in North America in 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 in Airports Council International’s annual Airport Service Quality awards. It  has also been inducted into the ACI Director General’s Roll of Excellence, one  of the few U.S. airports to be included in this elite group of worldwide airports. Condé Nast Traveler readers named  IND the best airport in America in 2014, 2015 and 2016. IND is the first airport in the U.S. to win LEED® certification for an entire terminal campus. LEED is a green building award for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. IND has won additional recognition for excellent customer service,  concessions programs, and art and architecture. IND generates an annual economic impact in Central Indiana of more than $5.4 billion without relying on state or local taxes to fund its operations. About 10,000 people work at the airport each day. IND serves more than 8.5 million  business and leisure travelers each year and  averages 143 daily flights, seasonally and year-round, to 48 nonstop destinations. Home of the world’s second-largest FedEx Express operation  and the nation’s eighth-largest cargo facility, IND is committed to becoming the airport system of choice for both passenger and cargo service. For more information, visit IND’s Facebook page at Indianapolis International Airport and Twitter page at  @INDairport. ABOUT THE TOWN OF PLAINFIELD The Town of Plainfield’s history is more than 175 years old and dates back to Quaker settlers who migrated to the area from North Carolina in the early 1800s. Today the Town encompasses more than 25 square miles, is home to more than 32,000 residents, and is the largest town in Hendricks County. Known internationally as an industrial and logistics …