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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Carmel, Indiana, will start construction on a new roundabout at East 96th Street and College Avenue on March 17, requiring a 60-day closure, with the project also including multi-use paths and landscaping.  WTHR
  • Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam initiates the She L.E.A.D.S. conference aimed at empowering young girls and women by providing professional development opportunities and career exploration.  Current

CULTURE NEWS

  • Matt Soverns is set to deliver a unique blend of talent, music, and entertainment on Feb. 21 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael, showcasing songs from his 2024 album 'Phoning It In'.  The Hamilton County Reporter
  • Jonny Gerber, inspired by his mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis, channels personal challenges into creating music with his band Malingo, blending folk, bluegrass, and psychedelic blues, with a next performance at the Palladium.  Current

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Katie Lucas celebrates a year of growth and strategic leadership at Lucas Oil, emphasizing community engagement and the company's recent headquarters move to Indianapolis.  Current

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A letter criticizes the Carmel Clay school survey for its low participation rate, non-random selection, and inclusion of stakeholders being assessed, also highlighting the school system's unmentioned $315 million debt.  The Hamilton County Reporter

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Carmel City Council has allocated $800,000 to staff an underused ambulance at Station 342 to enhance medical emergency response times in southwest Carmel.  Current

HEALTH NEWS

  • The new brain and spine center at Ascension St. Vincent's 86th Street campus has been named the Lucas Family Brain and Spine Center, honoring the philanthropic support of Katie and Morgan Lucas.  Current

SPORTS NEWS

  • Carmel High senior point guard Alex Couto's promising season ends early due to a knee injury, reflecting on his impactful high school basketball career and looking ahead to recovery and college play.  Current

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Lunar New Year and Lantern Festival Celebration

    The event features the Carmel Symphony Orchestra performing in honor of the Lunar New Year and Lantern Festival, including cultural activities and a notable concert with pianist Daniel Epstein.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Warren Haynes Band Live Performance

    Grammy-winning artist Warren Haynes, recognized for his unparalleled guitar skills and songwriting, will perform live at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Exploring Animal Courtship in Indiana

    This family-friendly event invites participants to explore the behaviors of animal courtship through interactive activities aimed at children aged 6 and up.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • 2025 AAA Travel Expo in Carmel, Indiana

    The AAA Travel Expo offers a variety of travel deals, informative presentations, and opportunities to interact with travel vendors and agents.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Birds of Lake Woodland Lecture - Carmel, Indiana

    John Troth presents a lecture on the diverse bird species found in Woodland Springs, featuring stunning photographs and interesting facts.

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • Don Was Live Concert

    Don Was will perform live at The Palladium - Allied Solutions Center For The Performing Arts in Carmel, offering an evening filled with inspirational music.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • Sounds & Stories Music Event

    An engaging music event featuring storytelling and entertainment at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael with cabaret seating and a food and beverage minimum.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • Exclusive Azure Showcase Meetup in Carmel

    The Azure Indy User Group invites cloud technology enthusiasts to engage with industry professionals sharing real-world Azure insights and stories.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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  • Johnny Folsom 4: A Tribute to the Music of Johnny Cash

    Johnny Folsom 4 is a high-energy tribute band dedicated to the iconic music of Johnny Cash, featuring lead singer David Burney's distinctive southern baritone.

    Thu, 3/6/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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