Hendricks County Insider

Last summer, we took our boys fishing for the first time. They seemed to be kind of bored with it...until my youngest reeled in a catfish. After that, (pardon the pun) they were hooked. Grabbing our poles and a bucket of worms and heading down to…

On the first Friday of every month usually beginning in May, the historic Hendricks County Courthouse Square in downtown Danville, Indiana, provides the perfect backdrop for a true summer tradition. But as we all know, this year has been a little bit…

There are many things about summer in Indiana that I love, and high on that list is fresh produce. Indiana-grown fruits and vegetables are second to none, and our local farmers markets allow me to get them when they're in season and at their most…

Like many, I have discovered there is a good amount of extra time in my day-to-day schedule. At first, I struggled with navigating my new-found free time, but decided to use this as an opportunity to pick up a new hobby. When I noticed that a couple…

One of my favorite annual events in Hendricks County, Indiana, takes place over Labor Day Weekend each year: North Salem Old Fashion Days. I can't wait for Aug. 31 - Sept. 2 to get here because Old Fashion Days always has so much to offer my entire…

The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) brings signature event -- the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals -- to Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg, Indiana, from Aug. 28 through Sept. 2, 2019, and we have everything you need to know and discounted…

There aren't many things that I enjoy more than ice cream -- especially on a hot day. Luckily, there are lots of great local spots where I can get my fix. If you find yourself enjoying Hendricks County on a sweltering summer day, there are plenty of…

It doesn't take long for the excitement of Summer Break to wear off for kids, and then suddenly they're bored. If you're looking for some ideas of how to entertain your children this summer, we have a lot of fun activities and places to take them…

Most people, including myself, conjure certain images when we hear the words Beasley’s Orchard in Danville, Indiana, such as pumpkins, hayrides and apples. I don’t even consider visiting this lush farm until the leaves start to change and I need…

My husband and I have always loved seeing live music especially at outdoor venues. Great lyrical and musical performances combined with a warm summer night creates the perfect ambiance for a night out. We are planning on taking our daughters to some…