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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County officials recovered the body of an adult man from the White River near 206th Street and Riverwood Avenue late Tuesday morning, and an autopsy is scheduled as investigators work to determine the cause of death—residents are urged to wear life jackets when swimming at this time of year. WRTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ BuffaLouie’s, a restaurant famous for its chicken wings — located at 43 W. Main St — celebrated the opening of its new patio on May 23 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Owner Nick Williams presented a gift basket to Mayor Sue Finkam during the event. Current
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Knicks fan was stabbed in the back at Danny Boy Beer Works on May 23 around 10:45 p.m. during a fight on the back patio and police arrested 24-year-old Jarrett Funke after he injured two men—one of whom was taken to the hospital. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ An Indiana Pacers fan was arrested Friday night at Danny Boy Beer Works in Carmel after he allegedly stabbed a New York Knicks fan on the back patio during an altercation and now faces charges of battery by means of a deadly weapon + disorderly conduct while one victim was taken to a hospital with a stab wound, broken rib and lung tear. WRTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Michael Pote retired after 35 years of teaching band at Carmel High School and was recognized for his long service. Longtime colleague Kyle Young, who worked with the band since 2013, will lead the program—continuing the team spirit that helped it earn national acclaim. Carmel Monthly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton County launched the NavigateHC website today to help residents find mental health, substance use, food, veteran, and foster care services quickly and to request a local navigator (the $67,800 project was funded through Opioid Settlement Dollars). The tool was demonstrated at the County Government and Judicial Center for community leaders and first responders. The Hamilton County Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school baseball Section 8 play begins tonight at Victory Field in Indianapolis and will run through June 20–21 with 379 games over 25 days. Hamilton County teams, including Hamilton Southeastern Royals who face No. 4 Fishers Tigers at 5:30 p.m. tonight, will compete for four state championships. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ Today, three Hamilton County girls tennis teams reached the regional finals after winning Tuesday's semifinals, with Westfield, Carmel, and Fishers each advancing from their matches. Westfield will face No. 16 Delta at (4:45 p.m.), Carmel will play No. 1 Brebeuf Jesuit at (5:00 p.m.), and Fishers will meet New Castle at (5:00 p.m.) while Laurel Buttrick continues in individual play after improving to 18-3. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ The Carmel girls track & field team defended its regional championship at Lafayette Jefferson on Tuesday by scoring 127 points with nine event wins and qualifying 12 athletes for the IHSAA state finals on June 7. Emily Norris won four events while other key performances helped secure the title — Hamilton Southeastern finished second with 100 points. The Hamilton County Reporter
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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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Movies at Midtown
6 p.m. — Midtown Plaza Carmel — Free entry — Enjoy outdoor movie screenings in a family-friendly environment this summer.
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Home Swim Meet
3-8 p.m. — Woodland Spring Clubhouse — Free entry — Witness local swimmers compete in a community-focused event at the Woodland Spring pool.
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Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre - Summer Solstice
5-6:30 p.m. — Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Celebrate the close of the season with an explosion of dance and world premiere choreography.
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Woodland Springs Community Garage Sale
8 AM – 5 PM — Woodland Spring Clubhouse — Free entry — Explore a neighborhood treasure hunt during the Woodland Springs Garage Sale weekend.
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Aura Ray Live Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — 3UP Rooftop Lounge — Check venue for cover — Enjoy an evening with singer-songwriter Aura Ray, who brings her unique musical style to the rooftop.
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Springwater Grand Opening
12 PM - 5 PM — Old Town Design Group (Springwater Model Home) — Free entry — Discover fresh design trends while exploring a beautiful new model home.
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