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Hi Carmel! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Ready for Carmel's women-only half marathon and festival weekend?
  • What investigators know so far about the fatal crash by Carmel High.
  • Carmel Target shopper reports disturbing incident; here's what charges were filed.

Also on today's calendar: Human Resources and Administrators Professional Section Meeting and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A stray t-storm; very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A stray t-storm; very warm, temps: high: 88, low: 67.
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy, warm and humid, with a high of 82 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 'Burb Bites: Shein's Central Indiana footprint expands (axios.com) — Carmel will again host the Indiana Women's Running Festival in mid-October, featuring a women-only half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a post-race celebration at Civic Square. Events start Oct. 16 with packet pickup and an expo, followed by the Oct. 17 races that support several women-focused nonprofits and offer discounted registration through Oct. 15.
   

2. 37-year-old Noblesville man dies in single-car crash near Carmel High School (wthr.com) — A Noblesville man died after his SUV crashed into a roundabout wall just outside Carmel High School early Sunday morning, and Carmel police are still investigating what caused the wreck. The 37-year-old driver was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead, with authorities still working to determine whether alcohol or other factors played a role.
   

3. Carmel man accused of voyeurism at Target, hiding evidence (youarecurrent.com) — A Carmel resident has been charged with public voyeurism and obstruction of justice after police say he took an upskirt photo of a shopper at the Target on Michigan Road and then fled into a nearby wooded area. Officers arrested him on September 11, but investigators have not recovered the cellphone involved, and his trial is scheduled for January 20, 2027.
   

4. Don't miss these October performances at the Center (readthereporter.com) — Carmel's Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts has a packed October lineup, with concerts, comedy, children's opera, tributes, and piano recitals at the Palladium, Tarkington, and Studio Theater. From Bruce Hornsby and Art Garfunkel to stand-up showcases and family-friendly performances, residents can already buy tickets online for a wide variety of shows close to home.
   

5. New 2026 List of Best Places To Live Includes 8 Utah Cities But Not Park City (catcountryutah.com) — Carmel has been named the top city to live in the United States in a new U.S. News & World Report ranking, beating out hundreds of others nationwide. The list cites Carmel's relatively moderate home prices compared with strong household incomes, while also noting several Utah cities that made the broader top-250 list.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • If you are looking for a great dog who loves people, dogs and adventure, check out Rosie!
    Available through my sister's rescue, the Four Legged Ranch in Mooresville. Such a sweet goofy dog who was perfect on her 'beyond the barn' day. You… (Nextdoor Smokey Row)
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    We're here for that. You bring the people and the reason to gather. We can take care of the rest. Decor? Yep. Planning? Absolutely. Tablescapes and… (Nextdoor The Village of Mount Carmel)
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  • Carmel Clay Schools posted a job opening for Administrative Assistant - Transportation in Carmel. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Carmel here.

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: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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