🌱 Patch AM: How state leaders say they’ll help flooded Carmel neighborhoods recover

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In today's newsletter:

• How state leaders say they'll help flooded Carmel neighborhoods recover
• How Carmel is shoring up its water systems against cyberattacks
• How Carmel's new starting QB dominated Fishers in a 47-0 rout

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 76 and low of 54 degrees.
• Monday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 75, low: 53.
• Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Gov. Braun assesses flood damage in Carmel and Noblesville, takes additional action to help Hoosiers recover (wbiw.com) — Severe flooding has forced some Carmel families from their homes and damaged local infrastructure, prompting a visit from Gov. Mike Braun and Mayor Sue Finkam to assess needs and coordinate state help. While power outages are worst in northwest Indiana, Carmel and Noblesville remain key focus areas for long-term recovery resources, insurance flexibility, and potential state and federal disaster aid.
   

• FBI warns of nationwide cyberattacks targeting water systems (wishtv.com) — Carmel's city government is working with federal partners on a utilities cybersecurity assessment as the FBI warns of nationwide cyberattacks on water systems. While Indiana hasn't seen specific attacks yet, Carmel officials say they actively monitor technology assets, apply security updates, and strengthen protections to keep local water and other critical services safe from hackers.
   

• 'I've been waiting for this': Carmel QB Treadway accounts for four TDs in win over Fishers (bluewaterhealthyliving.com) — Carmel football fans saw quarterback Jackson Treadway seize the starting job in style, accounting for four touchdowns in a 47-0 home rout of Fishers. Playing at Carmel Stadium, the senior led efficient scoring drives while a stingy Greyhounds defense smothered the Tigers, setting an optimistic tone for the rest of the Indiana high school season.
   

📸 Around Carmel

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Carmel

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Tuesday August 25
• Meet the Teacher Night (KG-2nd)
  Woodbrook Elementary School 4311 E. 116th St , Carmel, IN 46033
  6:00 pm
• Meet the Teacher Night (3rd-5th)
  Woodbrook Elementary School 4311 E. 116th St , Carmel, IN 46033
  7:00 pm
Wednesday August 26
• Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hike
  Amos Butler Audubon Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States
  8:30 am
• Classroom Info Night - KG
  College Wood Elementary School 12415 Shelborne Rd , Carmel, IN 46032
  5:30 pm
Thursday August 27
• Clay Middle School (Carmel): MLL Family Night
  Clay Middle School LGI East, LGI West, Media Center - Main floor, Media Center - Work Area (old lab area), Cafeteria - Clay
  6:00 pm
Sunday August 30
• Eagle Creek Bird Hikes
  Amos Butler Audubon Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center, 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States
  9:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday August 25
• Meet the Teacher Night (KG-2nd)
  Woodbrook Elementary School 4311 E. 116th St , Carmel, IN 46033
  6:00 pm
• Meet the Teacher Night (3rd-5th)
  Woodbrook Elementary School 4311 E. 116th St , Carmel, IN 46033
  7:00 pm
Thursday August 27
• Westfield Farmers Market →
  Westfield, IN Calendar, 225 S Union Street, Westfield
  5:00 pm
• Back to School Night
  Nora Elementary School Indianapolis, IN 46240
  5:00 pm
• Evening Creek Stomps →
  Westfield, IN Calendar, 225 S Union Street, Westfield
  6:00 pm
• Clay Middle School (Carmel): MLL Family Night
  Clay Middle School LGI East, LGI West, Media Center - Main floor, Media Center - Work Area (old lab area), Cafeteria - Clay
  6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• FOUND!
  Cat- Opal Grey with green eyes went missing over night near Community/Equality Dr. She is not wearing her collar. Is very sweet and missing part of… (Nextdoor The Grove at Legacy)

• The Fresh Market posted a job opening for Produce & Floral Lead in Carmel. Apply here.
• Medxcel Facilities Management, LLC posted a job opening for Powerplant Operator I- 13 Hrs Days in Carmel. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Carmel here.

🗞 Nearby News

Westfield

• Westfield commission OKs Trace Commons TIF district (youarecurrent.com)
• Westfield parents urge lower speed limit after tragedy (youarecurrent.com)
• Westfield Teen Says Woman Attacked Her at School Event (wibc.com)

Noblesville

• Book Senior Care Services in Noblesville, IN with Cyndie F. from $17/hr (care.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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