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Carmel
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ For months, Carmel has been testing a DORA program that lets customers carry alcoholic drinks from participating businesses in designated areas using recyclable aluminum cups—business owners report higher sales though they face confusion over where drinks can be taken. WRTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former Carmel DEI coordinator Terri Roberts-Leonard released the third book in the Danda the Panda series on August 18—focused on using animal friendships to teach children about standing up for themselves. She co-wrote the book with her 5-year-old daughter and plans to publish a new title every 18 months. Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Veteran assistant coach Johnny Carpenter joined the Pacers’ staff on Aug. 25 after serving with the Memphis Grizzlies and the Virginia Cavaliers—reuniting with Head Coach Rick Carlisle. Jim Boylen fills an assistant spot alongside Lloyd Pierce and Jenny Boucek after assistant head coach Mike Weinar left on Aug. 22. WTHR
- ➤ Circle City Classic returns in its 41st year at Lucas Oil Stadium with a football game on Sept. 27 at 3 p.m. between Miles College and Morgan State, their first matchup—festivities also include an Indiana Black Expo President’s Gala on Sept. 26 with singer Lalah Hathaway, a Major Taylor Award for Antoine Bethea, a parade with Grand Marshal Rotimi on Sept. 27 at 10 a.m., and a Mental Health Symposium featuring panelists including Greg Oden. WTHR
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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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Concerts in the Centerpiece
Various times — Coxhall Gardens — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic offering of musical entertainment from the terraced seating of The Centerpiece this autumn.
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Indiana Fever vs. Minnesota Lynx
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Single Game Tickets available — Feel the excitement of Indiana Fever basketball in a thrilling match-up against the Lynx.
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Candlelight Concert - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Scottish Rite Cathedral — Tickets selling fast — Experience Taylor Swift's classics transformed into a captivating candlelight concert by the Listeso String Quartet.
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