Hendricks County Insider

I’ve sadly had a front row seat to the pandemic’s impact on our hotels, restaurants and many other local businesses that are vital to our community and quality of life. It’s been personal for me, having worked closely with a lot of these businesses…

Last year, I wrote about how quickly fall had approached. I share this same sentiment today, as I write about this year's Heartland Apple Festival at Beasley's Orchard in Danville. I've written about the orchard and this fall attraction - a true…

When I think of guitars, I can't help but think of my dad. Seldom does a family outing go by without my dad breaking out his guitar for an impromptu jam session. And when Sunday rolled around growing up, I often found myself waking to my dad singing…

September is a busy month in Hendricks County, Indiana, which makes it a great time of year to come visit us! This month brings us the first day of autumn, the crown jewel of drag racing events, shopping opportunities, live music and more! Denso…

During the recent stay-at-home orders, many people found they had time available to dig into their hobbies or learn new ones, hence the popularity of the #quarantinebaking hashtag. For me and my friends, we were ready for this moment. As…

It most definitely feels like the dog days of summer, but this post is really about the actual dogs -- specifically, all the fun that can be had with them in Hendricks County. I wanted to share a few places and events that will help you have a little…

If you are a fan of The Andy Griffith Show , you probably already are aware of the Mayberry Cafe in Danville, Indiana, and the popular Mayberry in the Midwest festival that occurs every May there. But we have some big news of something new -- a…

The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) brings its signature event -- the Denso Spark Plugs NHRA U.S. Nationals -- to Lucas Oil Raceway in Hendricks County, Indiana, from Sept. 3-6, 2020, and we have everything you need to know, plus discounted…

Editor's Note: Because of unforeseen circumstances, this event has been moved out of Hendricks County to neighboring Marion County to Waterman's Farm, 7010 E. Raymond St., Indianapolis. Pierogies from Indy, twisted tacos from Missouri, Korean BBQ…

Queen Odonata, the Dragonfly Fairy, and all her magical friends had an amazing in-person event planned to take guests into their mystical world first in May and then rescheduled for August before finally deciding it wouldn't be safe for their human…