Local News

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

(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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

Indianapolis Indians Named Title Partner of the 2026 Indiana State Fair Indianapolis, IN – Two of Indiana’s most recognizable summer traditions are teaming up for a grand slam summer. The Indiana State Fair and Indianapolis Indians announced today a partnership for the 2026 Indiana State Fair, bringing together iconic organizations that have long been part …

DANVILLE, IN (March 25, 2026) –Visit Hendricks County (VHC) team members earned professional honors, contributed as conference presenters and continued to elevate their position as statewide leaders at the recent Indiana Tourism Conference in Indianapolis. VHC’s Director (VP) of Marketing Strategy, Kyle Johnson, graduated from the 2026 Indiana Tourism Academy, …