The Brownsburg community is a strong supporter of the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life fundraiser each year. This year's Brownsburg event will be held on Saturday, May 21st from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Brownsburg Town Hall Green. For the 2016 event, the Brownsburg Relay for Life is aiming to raise more than $120,000 for the American Cancer Society. As of May 6, the event has raised nearly $65,000. Relay for Life is a family friendly event and this year's … [Read more...]
Exploring Hendricks County: Vandalia Trail
Hendricks County offers a number of well-maintained trails, parks, and spaces for those who enjoy spending time outdoors. The still developing Vandalia Trail is a multi-use trail that currently has 17 miles of hiking/biking trails as well as areas for equestrian use. The Friends of the Vandalia Trail recently announced that a 4.5 mile section of the trail in the Amo/Coatesville area has officially become a county park. The equestrian trail that runs parallel to this area … [Read more...]
Brownsburg Real Estate is HOT, have you noticed?
This past month I have had the unfortunate experience of losing two great neighbors. These are the perfect neighbors, they take care of their yard and home well, they are friendly, and the type of people you can borrow a cup of sugar from. However, life has taken them a different direction, and we understand. Fast Real Estate Sales What I did not expect is for them to depart so quickly. One neighbor sold their home within a week of placing it on the market, the next one … [Read more...]
Indiana State Police Summer Youth Camps
Looking for something fun for the kids to do this summer? Students entering grades 5-12 in fall 2014 are eligible to attend the Indiana State Police Summer Youth Camps. With a focus on self-respect, discipline, and team work, these camps are held at colleges and universities throughout the state, giving campers a sneak peek at campus life. Campers will benefit from nutritious meals, programs, demonstrations, and a camp staff made up of dedicated law enforcement workers … [Read more...]
Fight Hunger in Hendricks County
Times have been tough on many in our community. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Indiana’s poverty rate has increased to 16.3%--one point higher than the national average. Seniors and children are at a higher risk; Gleaners Food Bank’s hunger relief network provides more than 11,000 senior citizens with emergency food assistance each year, and the network served approximately 69,187 children under the age of 18 in central and southeastern Indiana in 2009. But no … [Read more...]