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Carmel
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Carmel resident Maddox Schmidlkofer built a gaming site called DuckMath to bypass school filters and boost his platform through TikTok before selling it to FreezeNova in November 2025 for $120,000. He said he will invest half the money in his next venture + hopes to inspire other young entrepreneurs. Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County first responders are ready as temperatures drop, watching for signs of hypothermia such as shivering & blue lips. They act quickly by moving affected individuals from the cold to a warmer environment. WRTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Center Jay Huff scored a career-high 29 points as the Indiana Pacers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 127-119 on Friday night in Indianapolis; his effort helped secure the team's fourth win in five games ahead of a matchup with the Detroit Pistons on Saturday. WTHR
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Don Was and the Pan Detroit Ensemble Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Vogue Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a night of jazz with Don Was and his Detroit musicians, blending local roots with global sounds.
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Mickey's Search Party
7 PM – 8 PM — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting adventure with Mickey Mouse and friends featuring world-class skating and acrobatics.
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Teresa Reynolds and the Slicktones Live Performance
7:30 p.m. — The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Cost info not available — Enjoy an evening filled with inspiring music from a talented local band.
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ABBA Party: Thank You for the Music!
7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Ticketed event — Celebrate ABBA with a night of music, dance, and stories from the beloved Swedish supergroup.
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Spotlight on PorchFest
7-10 p.m. — The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Support the Carmel PorchFest Grant Program — An evening featuring local favorites Lisa Frank and the Trapper Keepers.
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Circle of Stars Gymnastics Invitational
3 PM – 7 PM — Indiana Convention Center — Various entry fees apply — Compete in a prestigious gymnastics event featuring top athletes and cash awards.
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Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop
4-6:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Ticket required — Enjoy a fun, family-friendly art class while creating your own chunky knit blanket.
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IW2R Foremiler 2026
5 AM — Brookshire Golf Club — Registration required — Celebrate fitness and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere at this exciting race in Carmel, Indiana.
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Graphic Design Certificate Program
3-9 p.m. — American Graphics Institute — Check pricing online — Develop essential graphic design skills for various media and marketing roles.
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Behind the Book with Mary Kubica
1:30-3 p.m. — Carmel Clay Public Library — Free entry — Bestselling author Mary Kubica shares insights into her new novel 'It's Not Her'.
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