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Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Carmel City Council approved speed humps on West Road between 121st and 131st on May 18, and their installation is set for this summer. Homeowners supported the measure to curb speeding + they will cover removal costs if the humps are removed within five years. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ American Dairy Association Indiana, Inc. announced milk choices for all 33 Indy 500 drivers scheduled to race Sunday, May 24 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Twenty-five drivers opted for whole milk, seven picked 2% and one chose skim milk & the tradition of drinking milk after a win spans decades. WTHR
- ➤ Four Indianapolis 500 rookies participated Tuesday in the annual dairy cow milking tradition for good luck as they prepared for the race on Sunday, with the event forming part of a Rookie Luncheon hosted by the American Dairy Association Indiana. WTHR
- ➤ Indiana Fever will host the new Portland Fire today at 7 p.m. at Gainbridge Fieldhouse; both teams are tied with two wins each as the Fever ride a win over the Seattle Storm while Portland’s Caitlin Clark aims to extend her record-breaking streak. WTHR
- ➤ Former 13Sports director Dave Calabro interviewed Indy 500 drivers who shared odd observations from past races as they prepare for Sunday’s race. The drivers recalled helicopter flyovers, barbecues, and the lively scenes of the Snake Pit. WTHR
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Volunteer Dancer Training
4-5 p.m. — Carmel Ballroom Dance Studio — Optional $5 donation — Learn ballroom dance basics to assist as a volunteer with BOLD Benefits of Learning Dance.
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Carmel Gazebo Summer Concert Series 2026
7 p.m. — Carmel Gazebo — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of family-friendly live music performances in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Mompreneur Midday Meetup
6-7 p.m. — Rangeline Chiropractic — Free entry — A supportive networking hour for business-owning moms to connect and share their journeys.
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EidFest 2026
4-8 p.m. — Civic Square Parking — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of culture and community at EidFest.
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Carmel Marathon 2026
8 a.m. — Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Registration fee required — Experience a scenic marathon course that showcases the beauty of Carmel.
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Plates and Mates: Culinary Connections
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Matador, Carmel, IN — $10 reservation fee — Enjoy a curated dinner while making new foodie friends and exploring local Spanish cuisine.
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Pet Sounds Live: A Beach Boys Celebration
7:30 – 9:00 PM — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Experience a live recreation of The Beach Boys' iconic Pet Sounds album through music, storytelling, and visuals.
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Jashn-e-Basant 2026
5-9 p.m. — Coxhall Gardens — $10 entry — Celebrate Eid with kite flying, music, and food at this vibrant community gathering.
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Civic in Concert - Chess
7-8:30 p.m. — The Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the musical adaptation of Chess featuring the creative talents of Richard Nelson, Tim Rice, and ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson.
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Disney's Descendants - The Musical
2:30–5:30 p.m. — The Cat — Tickets from $46 — Experience the captivating world of Disney's Descendants live in Carmel.
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