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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today three Carmel firefighters—Joseph Box, Ronald Powers, and Corey Richards—graduated from paramedic school and are now Nationally Registered EMT-Paramedics ready to serve on Carmel Fire Department ambulances. Their rigorous training covered over 1,380 hours of classroom and field work, and Fire Chief EMS Andrew Young praised their effort. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ Advancement coordinator Amanda Klotsch—of Carmel Youth Assistance Program—said the Design Bright Futures gala will be held from 5 to 11 p.m. on April 26 at Ritz Charles as the program aims to raise $100,000 amid a nearly 10 percent drop in charitable giving. The event, celebrating 10 years of service, will include dinner, dancing, a silent auction and a Dessert Dash that once raised over $30,000 in five minutes. Current
- ➤ Tri Kappa will begin selling tickets for its fifth annual Bourbon Raffle fundraiser on April 7, with 10 bourbons available—sponsored by Holly Package Liquor—and only 300 tickets at $75 each, as winners will be drawn on April 25 and proceeds will support high school scholarships in Carmel and Westfield, local food programs and heritage projects. Current
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Live Nation Indiana is getting ready for a busy concert season—seeking to hire staff for venues at Ruoff Music Center, Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, and Old National Centre. The jobs include roles in event operations, maintenance, facilities, VIP service, merchandise, and sustainability—offering flexible hours and ticket perks. WTHR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rosemary Waters, a longtime Carmel resident and arts volunteer, died March 24 at 72 after a short illness. Local leaders recall her role in building the Carmel International Arts Festival and guiding arts groups—her legacy continues to inspire our community. Current
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carmel High School Planetarium will offer two 'Discover the Stars' shows on April 26 at 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.—each lasting 40 minutes with a night sky tour; doors will open 30 minutes early and children aged 12 and younger must be with an adult. The Hamilton County Reporter
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County Parks and Recreation announced that three acres of Cool Creek Park will be restored using a $1,500 Amos Butler Audubon Society Birdathon Grant to purchase native seeds and plugs (the project aims to support local bird populations after invasive plants were removed). Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ INDOT announced that on or after April 21, milling and paving work will begin on U.S. 31 between 116th Street and 216th Street in Carmel—motorists should expect overnight lane and ramp closures from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Additional safety upgrades include median barrier installation in Howard and Tipton counties starting after April 9 and planned overpass construction near SR 38 later this year and early next year. The Hamilton County Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Hamilton Southeastern won two games in Knoxville with an 8-2 win over Lawrence County in six innings and a 10-9 walkoff against Independence; Guerin Catholic split its games with a 16-13 win over Zionsville and an 8-3 loss at Avon, and Noblesville dropped both contests after scoring early + falling behind later. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ Myles Turner scored 26 points and blocked six shots as the Indiana Pacers beat the Jazz 140-112 on Friday night for their third straight win—Pascal Siakam added 22 points as the team overcame a slow start in the third quarter. WTHR
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Indiana Wind Symphony: Dancing in the Streets
4-5:30 p.m. — The Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket information not provided — Experience a vibrant spring concert featuring a mix of ballet and Broadway performances including works by Bernstein and Verdi.
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Peter Frampton Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 60 years of music with the legendary Peter Frampton following his Hall of Fame induction.
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Gardening for the Beginner
1-3 p.m. — Conner Prairie — Members: $27 | Nonmembers: $30 — Learn essential gardening skills and plant seeds to start your own garden.
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Bachelors of Broadway Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience captivating melodies and harmonies from Broadway's finest gentlemen.
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Carmel Marathon Weekend
8 AM — Downtown Carmel — Registration required — Experience one of the top Boston Marathon qualifying events in the scenic Carmel area.
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Carmel Sip n Paint – Two Birds Sunset View
6-9 p.m. — Social Cantina Carmel — Tickets required — Unleash your creativity in a delightful paint and sip experience guided by an expert instructor.
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Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
7-8:30 p.m. — Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the vibrant reimagining of Joseph's Biblical tale through music and performance.
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ONE VOICE... The Music of Manilow
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25/guest — Enjoy a night of classic Barry Manilow tunes in a cabaret setting with food and beverage minimums.
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One Hundred Over 31: A Supercar Gathering
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Motor District Garage Condos — Free entry — Experience an extraordinary lineup of supercars in a vibrant festival atmosphere supporting a great cause.
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