Wednesday, June 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Polo at Sunset will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 20 at Hickory Hall Polo Club in Whitestown—proceeds will benefit The Heroes Club to support local first responders with training grants, equipment purchases, and insurance benefits for families. Sign-up for sponsorships is available to help fund the event. The Hamilton County Reporter
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Saint Mary’s College recognized 15 Hamilton County students — including 10 from Carmel, 2 from Fishers and 3 from Noblesville — by naming them to the Spring dean’s list. Students earned the honor by meeting a minimum 3.6 GPA requirement, completing at least 12 credit hours and maintaining no grades lower than a C. The Hamilton County Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At a coffee shop on Main Street in Carmel, Brandon Leum leads his nonprofit Building a Refuge to help men talk about mental health and support one another. He started the group in 2018 after losing his brother to suicide — his in-person meetings and podcast aim to lower the stigma around seeking help. WTHR
- ➤ Community MD Anderson Cancer Center held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new Carmel facility at 11911 N. Meridian Street—designed to offer cancer treatment, infusion therapy, clinic visits, on-site pharmacy, lab, imaging services and specialized women's care for residents of Carmel, Westfield and Zionsville. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NBA Finals series is tied at 2—2 and Game 5 will take place Monday night in Oklahoma City, with the Thunder aiming for their first series lead while the Pacers try to get one win closer to the championship. Local fans may join watch parties at Gainbridge Fieldhouse or in Noblesville and Westfield as the series reaches a critical stage. WTHR
- ➤ The Indiana Fever defeated the Connecticut Sun 88—71 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Tuesday, clinching a spot in the Commissioner's Cup championship on July 1 as heated on-court altercations led to technical fouls and player ejections. Caitlin Clark scored 20 points, Kelsey Mitchell added 17, and Natasha Howard recorded a double-double in the contest that sets the stage for their game against Golden State tomorrow. WTHR
WELLNESS NEWS
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Movies at Midtown
6 p.m. & 12 p.m. — Midtown Plaza Carmel — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful series of family favorite films in a charming outdoor setting.
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Sunset Music Fest 2025
4-9 p.m. — Clay Terrace — Free entry — Experience a premier summer concert festival with an electrifying lineup of local talent.
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Senior Living On-Site Tour
9 AM - 7 PM — Bloom at Willow — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living with nutritious meals and engaging activities.
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2025 Carmel Klavier International Piano Competition
Multiple times — The Studio Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Admission details not specified — Experience the artistry of international piano competition in Carmel.
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Movies at Midtown
6 p.m. — Midtown Plaza Carmel — Free entry — Enjoy a lineup of family-friendly movies outdoors in the heart of Midtown.
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The Return Of The King: Elvis Tribute Show
7-9 p.m. — The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets on sale — Experience Elvis in his prime with award-winning performances and lively music.
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New Art! Flower Cap Birdie - Family Paint Class
2-4 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Online payment required — Family-friendly art class for ages 5 and up, no spectators allowed.
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Orange Ball Tennis Camp for Grades 4-6
Mon, Jun 30, 9:30 AM – Thu, Jul 3, 10:30 AM — Carmel Middle School Tennis Courts — Cost info unavailable — An engaging tennis camp for all skill levels featuring orange lower compression balls.
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Jason D. Williams Live Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Vogue Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the raw energy of rock & roll with Jason D. Williams, hailed as the past and future of the genre.
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Lights Over Morse Lake Celebration
July 3-6 — Cicero Red Bridge Park — Free entry — Celebrate the community with a festive event showcasing fireworks and supporting local businesses.
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