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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Carmel will host its fourth annual Brews on the Boulevard event from 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 23 in Midtown Plaza and along Monon Boulevard, where breweries will serve unlimited beer samples to ticket-holders 21 and older. Local food vendors, live entertainment, and free entry are planned—visitors are urged to use ride-booking services or designated drivers for safe travel. Current
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ License plate recognition cameras are going up along roads in Central Indiana to help police track vehicle details and stop crime—while critics warn the technology could invade privacy. WRTV
- ➤ A Carmel man, 22-year-old Jayden Bertram, was sentenced today to 20 years, 10 months in federal prison for his role in an armed drug trafficking ring involving 11 people—investigators said the case led to seizures of drugs, guns, money, and vehicles. Current
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hoosier Lottery said a ticket sold at Kroger 970 Fuel Center at 16201 Spring Mill Road near West 161st Street in Westfield matched four numbers and the Powerball in Monday’s drawing on Aug. 18 to win $50,000. Players in Hamilton County are urged to check their tickets on the Hoosier Lottery Mobile App. WTHR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On August 4, the Indiana Football Coaches Association released preseason rankings for the 2025 high school football season. In the Class 6A poll, Carmel ranked 9th — Brownsburg claimed first while Center Grove earned second, with similar rankings announced for the other classes. WTHR
- ➤ High school football in the Indianapolis area starts Friday, Aug. 22 with a full schedule of games, including Carmel at Fishers at 7 p.m.—Operation Football will showcase highlights on WTHR Channel 13. WTHR
- ➤ All Elite Wrestling will host AEW: Dynamite at the Fishers Event Center on Wednesday, Dec. 3 with top performers like Hangman Adam Page and Jon Moxley. Tickets go on sale Monday, Aug. 25 at 10 a.m. with an eight-ticket limit per household. WTHR
WELLNESS NEWS
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Indianapolis Cars & Coffee
8-11 a.m. — Meridian Mark — Free entry — Explore a vast array of stunning cars with family-friendly vibes in Carmel's largest lot.
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Broadway Sings
1-2:30 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $10 cover charge — Sing along to your favorite Broadway tunes at an open mic event.
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Indiana Fever vs. Seattle Storm
7-8:30 p.m. — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Single game tickets available — Experience the excitement of WNBA action with a thrilling matchup between the Fever and Storm.
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Brand Distillery: Preview Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Industrious — Registration includes beverages and breakfast — A focused workshop to refine brand messaging for leaders and marketers.
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Indiana Women's Running Festival Pasta Night
5-10 p.m. — Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel — Cost varies — Enjoy a carb-loading buffet with fellow female runners before the festival.
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Indy Women's Half Marathon & 5K
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM — Carmel Gazebo — Check website for fees — Experience the largest women’s-only half marathon in Indiana filled with camaraderie and inspiration.
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Noblesville Bouquet Crawl
11 AM – 4 PM — Just Lagom — Free entry — Experience Noblesville's first bouquet crawl with local florists and an enchanting community vibe.
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Adagio Live Music: The 78's
7-10 p.m. — Adagio Lounge at Hotel Carmichael — Cost varies — Enjoy an evening of curated live music paired with fine cocktails and small plates in a stylish lounge setting.
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Polo At Sunset
5-9 p.m. — Hickory Hall Polo Club — General Admission $40 — Experience a delightful evening of polo matches with family-friendly activities and local treats.
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Aura Ray: Live Performance
5-11 p.m. — Carmel Gazebo — Free entry — Experience the enchanting sounds of singer/songwriter Aura Ray in the heart of Carmel.
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