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Westfield, Indiana Patch AM: a 4 min readHello again Westfield! Weāre bringing you the latest town highlights. Donāt miss out, keep going! āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- What Westfield veterans must do to claim new property tax relief
- How an $8 million Restaurant Row upgrade could reshape downtown Westfield traffic
- How a lieutenant governorās post unexpectedly united Westfieldās band community
Also on today's calendar: Field Brewing Company and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a nicely dressed man on a tricycle and a poorly dressed man on a bicycle? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Turning sunny; warm, with a high of 75 and low of 47 degrees.
- Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 72, low: 55.
- Monday: A gusty t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 82 and low of 60 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Property tax relief changes for veterans (readthereporter.com) ā Disabled veterans in Westfield and across Hamilton County will soon qualify for expanded property tax relief under a new state law, including full deductions for those who are 100-percent disabled. The changes start with 2027 tax bills, and veterans will need to file deduction forms with the Auditorās Office after July 1, 2026, and follow Hamilton Countyās instructions to secure their credits. 
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ā¢ Behind the rift in Indiana's protest movement and more (indystar.com) ā One of this weekās highlighted stories looks at an $8 million upgrade planned for Westfieldās Restaurant Row and how that construction could affect downtown traffic patterns. The newsletter also recaps statewide political coverage, protest-movement tensions, high school basketball honors, and a funding dispute involving an Indianapolis music venue. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Lt. Governor bashes high school band performance, faces backlash from music supporters (fox59.com) ā Westfield High Schoolās indoor percussion ensemble is at the center of a statewide dust-up after Indianaās lieutenant governor sharply criticized their Latin-themed show, prompting a wave of support from local students, staff, and music advocates. School leaders say the controversy has galvanized the community, boosted scholarship donations, and highlighted the value of Westfieldās performing arts program for studentsā growth and teamwork. Ā Ā Ā
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ā Featured events ā
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Breed Meet-up
Crate Escapes Dog Park + Bar, 18595 Carousel Ln, Westfield
3:00 pm
Sunday April 26
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Other local events
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Nature Walks
Westfield, IN Calendar , 225 S Union Street , Westfield
6:00 pm -
Fitness in the Park - Blossom Yoga and Pilates
Westfield, IN Calendar , 225 S Union Street , Westfield
6:00 pm -
Books and Buddies Night
Woodbrook Elementary School , 4311 E. 116th St , Carmel
5:00 pm -
Bike, Walk, Roll to School
Prairie Trace Elementary , 14200 N. River Road , Carmel
7:00 am -
Westfield Farmers Market
Westfield, IN Calendar , 225 S Union Street , Westfield
5:00 pm -
Spring Choir Concert
Woodbrook Elementary School , 4311 E. 116th St , Carmel
6:30 pm -
Field Brewing Company
Field Brewing , 303 E Main St , Westfield
8:00 pm
Wednesday April 29
Monday May 4
Tuesday May 5
Wednesday May 6
Thursday May 7
Friday May 8
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š Events Nearby
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Fort Harrison State Park Spring Migration Walks
Fort Harrison State Park , 6000 North Post Rd , Indianapolis
8:00 am -
Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hike
Cool Creek Nature Center , 2000-1 East 151st St , Carmel
8:30 am -
Eagle Creek Bird Hikes
Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center , 6515 Delong Road , Indianapolis
9:00 am -
Sunset Boulevard
The Studio Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts , 4 Carter Green , Carmel
2:00 pm
Sunday April 26
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- We need your help neighbors.
Our cat jumped out of my daughterās bedroom window that was open.. Her ripped through the screen We cannot find him. His name is stormy and he isā¦ (Nextdoor Keeneland Park) - Missing.
Her name is Fiona and she has been on the loose for a few days. Please contact if youāve seen our girl. (Nextdoor Sonoma)
- Wawa, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Supervisor (Overnights) in Westfield. Apply here.
- Giant Eagle, Inc. posted a job opening for Starbucks Barista in Westfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Westfield here.
š Nearby News
Carmel
- Augmented-reality helmets to change firefighting in Carmel (wishtv.com)
- Beyond roadside assistance, AAA Hoosier enhances summer experiences for members (wishtv.com)
- Beating Arnold Palmer at Crooked Stick a top memory for Carmel golfer (youarecurrent.com)
Sheridan
- Skylake adventure park opens in Sheridan on June 4 (fox59.com)
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