Johnson County celebrates the holiday season with various events including the Dec-A-Trees exhibit, lighted trails, and concerts, while also encouraging civic engagement and input for the 2026 legislative session.

Brandon Mathis was named the winner of Speedway’s Sugar & Smiles Gift Card Giveaway, receiving a Dallara AK Esports gift card. The giveaway aimed to spread holiday spirit and engage the local community.

Hamilton County Sheriff's Office announces its 2nd Annual Blades & Badges event at Federal Hill Commons Ice Plaza Rink for community engagement and family fun.

A new Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery opens in Lawrence, offering a variety of Bundt cakes with cream cheese frosting. Mayor Deb Whitfield attended the ribbon-cutting event.

Indiana allocates over $1.2 million for local infrastructure upgrades, with grants distributed to nearly 200 communities for road and bridge improvements.

Juvenile robbery in McCordsville results in arrests, with a 15-year-old charged with robbery and an adult charged with drug possession after a swift police response.

Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program allocates $317,624 to Newton County for road and bridge improvements, requiring local investment for grant matching.

Cloverdale received a $136,703 state grant to improve roads and bridges through Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant Program, as reported by State Rep. Beau Baird.

The Indianapolis police increased patrols near local synagogues after a deadly antisemitic attack in Australia, coinciding with Hanukkah celebrations.

The Carmel Police Department updates residents about severe weather on social media, advising them to stay home and drive cautiously due to slick roads.

Central Indiana is under a Cold Weather Advisory due to extreme wind chills, prompting frostbite concerns and warnings to dress warmly and protect pets. The advisory remains until 10 AM EST with possible hazardous travel due to icy conditions.

Fort Wayne has announced leaf collection dates for central and southern neighborhoods, with updates provided daily and a bagged leaf pickup service available through a call to 311.

The Circle Centre Mall in Indianapolis will be redeveloped into Traction Yards, featuring open spaces, commercial and office areas, and residences, with the first phase to be completed in 2029.