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Good morning to you Zionsville! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Zionsville's school referendum may only add $7 a year
  • How will a $10M expansion reshape jobs near 96th Street?
  • How Zionsville lawmakers helped secure diesel relief for Indiana farmers

Also on today's calendar: Westminster Village Annual Bazaar and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Very warm with plenty of sun, temps: high: 80, low: 51.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and delightful, with a high of 71 and low of 46 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Voter guide: What to know about the unusually high number of school referendums this year (indystar.com) — Zionsville homeowners face a school operating referendum where the ballot language dramatically overstates the tax hike, listing a $1,368 annual increase when the real change would be about $7 a year because a prior referendum already exists. The guide explains how a recent state law forces confusing wording and encourages voters to look closely at the true local impact before deciding.
   

2. Willoughby Industries plans new $10 Million expansion project in Zionsville, Indiana (intelligence360.news) — Willoughby Industries is investing $10 million to build a 105,000-square-foot facility at 6100 W. 96th Street in Zionsville, bringing about 100 new jobs by June 2027. The company manufactures durable stainless steel plumbing fixtures and emphasizes U.S.-based production, which could strengthen the local industrial tax base and employment options for residents.
   

3. Boone County Lawmakers: Governor Answers Lawmakers' Call to Provide Diesel Fuel Relief for Farmers (clintoncountydailynews.com) — Two Zionsville-based state representatives, Hunter Smith and Becky Cash, are praising the governor's move to ease diesel rules and extend fuel tax relief, saying it will help farmers and keep costs down for families and schools. The temporary change lets farmers use cheaper off-road diesel in semis through harvest, while gas tax suspensions continue for all Hoosiers.
   

4. Indiana High School Swimming and Diving Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2027 (swimswam.com) — Indiana's High School Swimming and Diving Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2027, and Zionsville is represented by standout swimmer Kyle DeCoursey and former Zionsville coach Jay Chambers. The April 18, 2027 induction in Indianapolis will honor decades of state swimming excellence, giving local fans a chance to celebrate Zionsville's role in Indiana's aquatic history.
   

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    Wednesday October 7
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    Community Pool/Playground, 2732 Still Creek Dr, Zionsville
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  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Whitestown. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree Family Dollar - Dollar Tree, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Westfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Zionsville here.

Ok Zionsville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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