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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Carmel centenarian Gerald Mansbach turned 100 on May 24 and credited his long life to strong genetics (his parents died at 94 and 91) and top-notch local doctors (who saved his life), celebrating the milestone with family and friends at The Barrington of Carmel. Current
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The City of Carmel announced an expansion of Hotel Carmichael through a public-private partnership with Pedcor Companies that uses no new taxpayer funding. The project will expand the hotel’s capacity—adding 60 guest rooms, a 913-square-foot boardroom, and a 2,052-square-foot ballroom on four floors, with work set to finish in fall 2026. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ Le Peep in Carmel changed its name to Maple—splitting from the national chain to honor Indiana’s maple syrup heritage. The local restaurant at 200 S. Range Line Rd. Suite 115 offers a new menu with items like the Maple BLT and Maple Madness and is open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays and 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends. Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Carmel City Council met on June 16 to choose Councilor Matthew Snyder for the Carmel Christkindlmarkt board, raise fines for cars that block pedestrian paths, and set a plan to rezone 22 acres at Michigan Road and 99th Street into a 360-unit apartment community. Fines are now $200 for a first offense, $250 for a second, and $2,500 for later offenses—voting on the rezoning is expected soon and further changes to nonprofit board governance are planned for 2026. Current
- ➤ On June 16, the Carmel City Council voted unanimously to maintain property tax abatements for four businesses. Abatement recipients must file reports by May 15 to show progress on investment and hiring targets—details that the council reviews for compliance. Current
- ➤ Carmel city council is looking into banning or limiting illegal electric dirt bikes on the Monon Greenway after councilor Jeff Worrell saw young riders doing wheelies. Councilor Matt Snyder is drafting an ordinance after talks with police and transportation officials—the next meeting to discuss it is set for 6 p.m. July 7 at Carmel City Hall. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The sixth annual IBCA/IHSAA boys’ Team Showcase in memory of Charlie Hughes begins today and will run through Sunday with games at Carmel High School, Westfield High School, Westfield Middle School, and Alletto Sport Center where nine Hamilton County high schools are competing. Admission is $10 per day for adults, $5 for students ages 6 to 17, and free for children 5 and younger (IBCA members are admitted free with a valid membership card). The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ Westfield led the IHSAA boys golf state finals at Prairie View Golf Club in Carmel on Tuesday with a team score of 288 that built a six-stroke advantage over Zionsville—both Will Harvey and Jake Cesare scored three under par 69. The team was set to face the Eagles, Evansville North and Homestead in Day 2. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ The Westfield boys golf team won the IHSAA state championship on Wednesday at Prairie View Golf Club in Carmel—setting records with a 36-hole team score of 568 and a 30-stroke win over runner-up Homestead while senior Will Harvey tied the individual low score record and earned the Mental Attitude Award. This win marks the school's fourth state championship and its first individual title in boys golf. The Hamilton County Reporter
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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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Carmel Freedom Run
8-10 a.m. — Upland Brewing Clay Terrace — Registration required — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun run through Carmel's scenic routes.
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