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Today's riddle: What's a good time to go to the dentist? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
1. Former downtown Carmel home proposed to be demolished, rebuilt to house bookstore (youarecurrent.com) — A former house on South Range Line Road in downtown Carmel is now proposed for demolition and replacement with a purpose-built home for Stella House Books + Cafe. The 6,200-square-foot bookstore, café, and event space faces questions about having only four parking spaces, which a Carmel Plan Commission committee will debate June 2 at City Hall.
2. Actor returns in new role in ‘Cinderella' (youarecurrent.com) — A familiar face to Carmel theater fans, Danny Kingston—who once choreographed “Cinderella” for Carmel Community Players—returns to the show in a new role at Beef & Boards in Indianapolis. He’ll play the Herald from May 28 to July 12, sharing how the production and local stages have shaped his professional career.
3. Ex-IU basketball player Todd Leary pleads guilty to felony fraud, set for sentencing (indystar.com) — Former IU basketball player Todd Leary has pleaded guilty to a felony fraud charge in a case investigated by Carmel police after a parent said he lost nearly $50,000 tied to promised coaching and an AAU team. Leary faces sentencing in July and is expected to receive a suspended sentence, probation, and restitution under a plea agreement.
4. Firefighter Tim showcases flavorful recipes for Greek chicken and potatoes (wishtv.com) — A TV cooking segment with Firefighter Tim shares detailed recipes for Greek-style grilled chicken thighs and crispy cast-iron Parmesan potatoes, inspired by meals at the firehouse. Along the way, Tim highlights fellow firefighter Sean Sutton’s nine years with the Carmel Fire Department and offers a glimpse into the hectic balance between station life and raising five sports-loving daughters.
5. Meet Nishesh Basavareddy's Parents (townandcountrymag.com) — Rising tennis pro Nishesh Basavareddy, who spent part of his childhood in Carmel after his family moved from California, just scored a stunning French Open upset over Taylor Fritz. The story dives into his parents’ immigrant journey, family support for tennis, and the strong cultural and culinary ties that still shape his life.
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