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Bookstore on Wheels Joins Brownsburg Farmers Market
Crystal Custer and Jeff WIlkinson spent 22 years separated before they found each other again. When they reunited via Facebook, the two decided to start a life together. Part of that involved starting their own bookselling business together, one of Custer’s big dreams in life.
Avon Town Council Passes Riverwalk District Ordinance
“It's part of our Riverwalk District or our town center project known as Easton Grey. One of the unique things we are able to do by state law is to create a riverwalk district,” said Town Manager Ryan Cannon during his podcast recapping the meeting.
Miles Family’s Gift of Hendricks County History
A landmark on the west edge of Danville, the Miles home will continue to be part of the landscape.
HCCF Grants Total $444,000
“As nonprofits face reductions in federal and state funding alongside declines in small-dollar donations, our committee acted with intention — balancing meaningful seed funding for emerging efforts with larger, transformational investments that will help organizations sustain and scale their impact,” said Eric Hessel, VicePresident of Programs. “We remain inspired by our nonprofit partners and confident in their ability to strengthen our communities.”
Stars Shine in Fundraising Dance Competition
From the Waltz to the West Coast Swing, amateur dancers were paired with professionals for their turn in the spotlight.
Brownsburg Closer to 3rd Interchange
INDOT and FHA give approval for next phase of I-74 interchange.
United Nations Meet …in Avon!
The Model UN conference at Avon High School demonstrated how engaged students can tackle complex global issues.
Sycamore Services Creative Program Yields First-time Author
“I wanted to do something with service,” Raab explained.
For the Children
Leaving the ceremony, one persona remarked, “It’s a shame we have to have things like this.”