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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At a ceremony on April 29, the Carmel Police Department honored three men for swiftly helping 64-year-old Kurt Lawson after he collapsed during his Feb. 12 basketball scrimmage at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church. Lawson recovered after CPR and defibrillation — and returned to the gym on April 23. Current
- ➤ The Carmel Clay Parks Foundation has launched a summer trail series to encourage locals to explore different parks and exercise at their own pace—each week a new route offers a chance to record exercise details for local prize drawings. The series starts with Central Park East from June 16 to 22 and ends with the Monon Greenway from Aug. 4 to 10—providing residents an easy way to enjoy new park experiences. Current
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wild Eggs in Carmel now offers specialty alcoholic drinks after receiving a three‐way liquor license — its new menu includes mimosas in flavors like pomegranate and strawberry lemonade, Wild Screwdrivers, and four types of Spirited Coffee — and the restaurant serves breakfast from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays and until 3 p.m. on weekends. Current
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A driver was charged with reckless homicide, reckless driving, and false government identification after a March 1 crash on Florida Road killed former HSE football standout Mason Alexander; he was held in juvenile custody while the Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office asked to move the case to adult court—police said his 2016 BMW swerved into oncoming traffic—and the investigation remains open. WTHR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Carmel High School graduates Valliei Chandrakumar and Anjali Natarajan were named among 33 500 Festival Princesses for their strong communication, leadership and service skills while they attend college. Chandrakumar, a senior nursing major at IU Indianapolis who has accepted a position at Eskenazi Health, and Purdue senior Natarajan, who ran the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon on May 3 and will attend both the Festival Parade and Indy 500, said the program helps them connect with peers. Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Carmel City Council voted unanimously 8—0 on May 5 to launch an investigation into unresolved concerns about the October board replacement and the subsequent resignation of CCI CEO Maria Adele Rosenfeld. A council committee chaired by Councilor Ryan Locke will select a new law firm to conduct the investigation. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 5, the Indiana Fever waived forward Jillian Alleyne and guard Bree Hall—both of whom played in recent games—and thanked them on social media. WTHR
WELLNESS NEWS
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Wine Wags & Whiskers
6-9 p.m. — 502 East Event Centre — Cost varies — Enjoy an evening of fine wine tasting, delicious bites, and support local pet programs.
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Amanda's Market - Spring 2025
10 AM – 12 PM — Amanda's Exchange — Free entry — Shop from over 70 vendors offering fashion, art, vintage finds, and more.
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iLuminate: Artist of Light Performance
12 p.m. — The Palladium at Center for the Performing Arts — Variably priced — Experience a dazzling fusion of dance, technology, and music with a family-friendly show that captivates all ages.
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Indiana Peony Festival
8 PM – 4 PM — Seminary Park — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty of peonies with local vendors and floral showcases at this annual festival.
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Meet the Builders at Wild Air
6-8 p.m. — Wild Air Community — Free entry — Explore available lots and connect with expert builders to envision your future home.
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Pirate Cat 5K
10:30 a.m. — Big Lug Canteen — Registration fees apply — Run or walk the scenic Monon Trail and enjoy a refreshing Pirate Cat Porter post-race.
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Dine to Donate at City BBQ
11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — City Barbeque — Support a great cause while enjoying delicious food.
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Aura Ray Live Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — 3UP Rooftop Lounge — Check the event page for pricing — Experience the soulful sounds of Carmel-based singer-songwriter Aura Ray under the stars.
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Virtual Tour of Woodland Terrace
9 AM - 7 PM — Woodland Terrace of Carmel — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living community featuring nutritious meals and friendly staff.
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NOW THAT'S FUNNY - Comedy Night
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Two item minimum per guest — Enjoy a night of laughter with a talented lineup of comedians.
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