Friday, July 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Prevail’s Celebration of Hope Gala — featuring a cocktail reception, dinner and live auctions — will be held on Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Embassy Suites in Noblesville to support survivors of crime and abuse. Executive Director Tami Wanninger said the evening will include a powerful program with a survivor’s story of strength. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ The Humane Society for Hamilton County will host the Woofstock Survivor 5K & Dog Walk on Aug. 9 at Launch Fishers—runners and their dogs will follow a new route to raise funds for life-saving medical care for animals in need. Each $55 registration fee will include a T-shirt, swag bag, and commemorative medal while offering time to meet adoptable dogs and visit vendors. The Hamilton County Reporter
- ➤ Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County’s 11th annual Dancing with Our Stars will take place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 4 at Embassy Suites by Hilton in Noblesville. Community Health Network sponsors the event for the fifth year—local professional dancers and Hamilton County figures will compete to raise funds for medically tailored meals. The Hamilton County Reporter
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carmel students David Michael Gabrick and Kayla N. White made Furman University’s dean’s list for the spring semester by earning a GPA of at least 3.4—Furman is a private liberal arts college known for its rigorous academics and 940-acre campus in Greenville. The Hamilton County Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike Braun signed a new law that required all Indiana schools to have automated external defibrillators at events and activities, and the law went into effect on July 1. The rule applies to public, private and charter schools — schools must also create venue-specific emergency plans — to help improve responses during cardiac emergencies. WTHR
- ➤ Carmel Police Chief Drake Sterling presented the Citizens Commendation Award to Ahmed Mereb, Dr. Anita Joshi, and Carmel K-9 officer Branden Owens—helpers who saved Jazz Roundtree after he suffered cardiac arrest on May 4 at the Proscenium parking garage during the Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival. Mereb drove by with his family and both he and Joshi started CPR while Owens applied an AED before the Carmel Fire Department took over care. Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana Department of Health released the 2024 Indiana Youth Tobacco Survey showing teen tobacco use is at its lowest level in two decades—only 5 percent of students used e-cigarettes compared to 18.5 percent in 2018. The survey also reported concerns over flavored tobacco products and oral nicotine pouches despite ongoing prevention efforts. Current
WELLNESS NEWS
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Sweet Caroline: The Life and Music of Neil Diamond
7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Check website for ticket prices — Celebrate the iconic songs of Neil Diamond in an engaging tribute show.
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Wk 7 - Orange Ball Tennis Camp for Grades 4-6
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Carmel Middle School Tennis Courts — Check website for cost — Enhance your tennis skills with orange balls in a fun, engaging environment for all skill levels.
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Built To Spill and Yo La Tengo Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Nickel Plate District Amphitheater — Check venue for ticket prices — Enjoy live performances from veteran indie rock bands Built To Spill and Yo La Tengo.
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Brenda Williams Live Performance
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Jazz Kitchen — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic voice of Brenda Williams, a celebrated local artist performing a mix of Broadway tunes and jazz.
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Pre-K Tennis Classes
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM — Carmel Middle School Tennis Courts — Class fees apply — Engage little ones in tennis with half court and red balls for focused fun.
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Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
Various times — Pacers Athletic Center — $97 — Enhance your youth basketball skills and build confidence with expert coaching.
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PREP Girls Volleyball Camp for 4th-6th Graders
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM — Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School — Cost information not provided — Enhance your volleyball skills with expert coaching and strategic gameplay.
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Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Single Game Tickets available — Experience the thrill of Indiana Fever basketball in an unforgettable game night.
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Fishers Freight vs Iowa Barnstormers
7:00-8:35 p.m. — Fishers Event Center — Cashless venue — Enjoy an exciting matchup between two competitive teams at this local event.
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The Offspring Live Concert
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM — Ruoff Music Center — Tickets required — Experience the energetic punk rock vibes of The Offspring live on stage.
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