Renee Larr

2 weeks ago | townepost.com | Renee Larr

At Noblesville High School, senior Vaibhav Patel has built an impressive leadership, community service, and academic excellence legacy. As one of only two students from Noblesville to receive the prestigious Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship, Patel had an incredible opportunity ahead of him—one he ultimately declined to pursue his dream school, Johns Hopkins University, where he received a full-ride scholarship. Patel’s academic career is a testament to his dedication and excellence.

2 weeks ago | townepost.com | Renee Larr

Sponsored by Wittler OrthodonticsWhile most high school sophomores are juggling schoolwork and extracurriculars, Westfield High School students Rayan Elbanhawy and Ritvik Bhatia are doing all that while simultaneously launching an oral health care tech startup. Their company, Smilo, is the result of a semester-long entrepreneurship class that challenges students to design and build a business from scratch.

2 weeks ago | townepost.com | Renee Larr

After more than two decades of service, Ky Ragsdale, a firefighter since 2002, was recently appointed by Mayor Fadness as chief of the Fishers Fire and Emergency Services Department. His extensive professional experience makes him a trusted leader in his new role. Additionally, he has a personal connection to the community, having lived in Fishers since 2000 with his wife, Donna, and son, Cole. Family influenced Ragsdale’s path to fire service — his grandfather and father served as fire chiefs.

2 weeks ago | townepost.com | Renee Larr

In the world of wine, few names carry the depth of heritage and prestige like Trimbach. Nestled in Alsace, France, the Trimbach family has cultivated vineyards and crafted exceptional wines since 1626. Now in its 13th generation, the family-owned winery is approaching an extraordinary milestone: its 400th anniversary in 2026. But before the celebrations begin in France, Anne Trimbach, one of the current faces of the winery, will make a special and rare visit to Indiana this month.

2 weeks ago | townepost.com | Renee Larr

When Bobby Allen accepted the head coaching position for the Hamilton Southeastern High School boys basketball team, it wasn’t just a career move but a homecoming. A longtime Fishers resident and seasoned coach, Allen steps into the role with a deep sense of purpose, community pride and a drive to elevate the program both on and off the court. Allen officially takes the reins full-time in June, following the conclusion of his final semester teaching English at Guerin Catholic High School.