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

In today's newsletter:

  • How long will Hazel Landing stay closed—and what changes are coming?
  • Want a sneak peek inside a Cold War spy mystery?
  • Want to see 250 years of local military history up close?

Also on today's calendar: Annual Costume & Candy Crawl and 9 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 71 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunshine and very warm, temps: high: 80, low: 51.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• No walks in the park: Flood damage could keep recently renovated Hazel Landing closed for 2 years (youarecurrent.com) — Hazel Landing Park on Carmel's east side could remain closed for up to two years after August flooding destroyed trails, parking areas, and a nearby creek bridge leading to the Bur Oak Pedestrian Bridge. Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation is waiting on broader creek and bridge repairs, exploring new trail designs and educational features, and pursuing FEMA and grant funding to rebuild safer river access.
   

• Cold War spy novelist to speak at Carmel library (youarecurrent.com) — An acclaimed Cold War spy novelist will visit Carmel Clay Public Library on Oct. 12 to discuss her new mystery, "The Undercover Bookshop." Residents can hear Katherine Reay share how real-life spy stories and classic British mysteries inspired her latest book and broader body of work, and can register online in advance to reserve a spot.
   

• Hamilton County Historical Society to showcase 'A Salute to Veterans' (hctv1.com) — Carmel's Clay Township Military Library and Museum is partnering with the Hamilton County Historical Society on a new 'Salute to Veterans' exhibit opening Oct. 9 in Noblesville. Residents can see 250 years of military uniforms worn or owned by Hamilton County veterans, with free museum hours on Fridays, Saturdays, and a special Veterans Day opening on Nov. 11.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Westfield

  • Actor has historical tie to 'The Crucible' at Westfield Playhouse (youarecurrent.com)
  • Strum and sing: Westfield Ukulele Circle celebrates five years of fun (youarecurrent.com)
  • Bicyclist critically injured after being hit by car in Westfield (wishtv.com)

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Ok Carmel! 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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