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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana lawmakers are debating tolling on interstates (including I-70 and I-65) to fund road repairs as falling gas tax revenue fails to cover maintenance costs. The new law makes it easier for INDOT to seek a federal waiver, and if approved, the process could take up to five years amid mixed feedback from local drivers. WTHR
- ➤ Carmel City Council remains divided on a proposal to cap rentals at 10 percent and require landlords to register after a Finance, Utilities and Rules Committee meeting on May 12. The full council will vote after further review while DOCS Director Mike Hollibaugh warned the cap may be hard to enforce—leaving future actions uncertain. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At 50, Helio Castroneves is chasing a record-breaking win at the Indy 500 on May 25 which would earn him a fifth victory—tying him with A.J. Foyt, Al Unser and Rick Mears. He has not won in his last three attempts and now drives for Meyer Shank Racing, remaining determined to break the record. WTHR
- ➤ Team Penske announced that Joey Logano and Scott McLaughlin will race with the Yellow Submarine paint scheme at the Coca-Cola 600 and Indianapolis 500 respectively—this move ties the iconic design to past Indy wins and promises a fresh look for racing fans. WTHR
- ➤ The Indiana Pacers will begin the Eastern Conference Finals on the road in New York or Boston on May 21 at 8 p.m. ET as they face an opponent yet to be decided; they will return home for game 3 on May 25 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse — tickets go on sale on May 16 at 2 p.m. WTHR
- ➤ After eliminating Cleveland on Tuesday night with a 114—105 win in Game 5, the fourth-seeded Indiana Pacers rest and prepare to face the winner between the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks. If the Knicks close the series on Wednesday, conference finals will begin on Monday at Madison Square Garden; if extended, Game 1 starts on May 21 with Indiana on the road. WTHR
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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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Pups & Pints
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Clay Terrace Dog Park — Free entry — Unwind with your pup at this yappy hour featuring cold brews and furry fun.
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Aura Ray Live Performance
6 PM — Primeval Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music with Carmel's own singer/songwriter Aura Ray.
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Firefighter for a Day Camp 2025
Mon-Fri, Jun 2-6 — Aletto Family Sports Center — Free entry — Kids ages 7-12 engage in firefighting activities and games while learning about safety and teamwork.
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