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What's up Zionsville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Carpenter Nature Preserve just earned a top statewide green award
  • How a Zionsville official's "reelect" signs tested Indiana election rules
  • When and where Zionsville residents can vote in the 2026 election

Also on today's calendar: Dogtoberfest: A night of fun at Tipsy Mermaid benefitting HSforBC and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 70 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Sunday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 73, low: 47.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 67 and low of 43 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Zionsville's Carpenter Nature Preserve wins state award (youarecurrent.com) — Carpenter Nature Preserve in Zionsville has been named Indiana's 2026 Community Green Project of the Year, spotlighting the town's investment in conservation and outdoor recreation. The 215‑acre former golf course now offers trails, overlooks, a playground, and outdoor learning spaces, with more boardwalks, habitats, and creek restoration planned in a second phase.
   

• Election Board: Boone County Council candidate did not violate election law (youarecurrent.com) — Boone County's Election Board ruled that Zionsville Town Council member Craig Melton did not violate election law by reusing old "reelect" campaign signs in his county council race. A Zionsville resident had complained the wording could mislead voters, but a 2‑1 board majority decided his existing office and sign changes kept it within the law.
   

• 2026 General Election Voting (in.gov) — Boone County voters, including those in Zionsville, get a full schedule of early voting hours and Election Day locations for Indiana's 2026 general election, with multiple options at Zionsville Town Hall and the Hussey‑Mayfield Library. The guide spells out dates, times, and sites across the county so you can plan exactly when and where to cast your ballot.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hi neighbors!
    I'm hoping to meet more people in the area and get involved in the community. What are some good local places or activities you'd recommend? (Nextdoor Royal Run)
  • Great Clips posted a job opening for Hair Stylist - Gateway Shops in Zionsville. Apply here.
  • Lowe's Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier Part Time in Zionsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Zionsville here.

🗞 Nearby News

Whitestown

Westfield

  • Barktoberfest is back in Westfield — and it's raising money for the Humane Society (wishtv.com)
  • Westfield earns three statewide honors at Aim Ideas Summit (readthereporter.com)
  • Westfield reader calls on voters to support school referendum (readthereporter.com)

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: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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