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Hey Anderson, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Vonnegut Fest’s finale, Big Top Circus, and senior meetup + lots of fun things to do for free.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Celebrating creativity and free expression: The Indianapolis Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library is championing free speech and creativity, from writing centers to anti book-banning efforts, with Banned Books Week, Vonnegut Fest ahead, culminating November 11 -- see Vonnegut Fest's finale.
New chapter for Stein: Former Carmel High standout JD Stein made his mark with Team USA this summer, hitting a pinch-hit inside-the-park homer against Korea. At South Carolina, he will chase gold next year -- read the full story.
Forecast holds steady: Mostly sunny and near seasonal in Anderson today, with a light breeze. Wednesday stays bright too, before rain chances return late in the work week -- check the sunny stretch ahead.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Skate, serve, repeat: Need an easy outdoor reset this week? Mays Park - Anderson Splashpad packs about 12 acres of room to move, with tennis courts for a quick rally and an outdoor skate plaza that keeps the kids (and your inner teenager) happily worn out by dinner.
Eyes you’ll thank later: Family Vision Care brings serious tech to everyday eye care, from Avulux lenses for light-triggered migraines to OptiLIGHT dry-eye relief, plus the Wink Gallery’s frames you’ll actually want to wear. Make this the week you tune up your vision and style.
Swing, splash, snack: Edgewood Dining, Events, & Golf packs your week with an 18-hole public course, a community pool, and a laid-back pub serving broasted chicken. Book a tee time online, then stick around for Couples Golf Night, live music, or even a sound bath if your short game needs zen.
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04 — Our recommendations
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧘 Senior Stretch @ Anderson Public Library | Wednesday (8/5) at 10:30 AM – If your joints creak louder than the floorboards at Lapel Branch, come loosen up with low-impact stretching for the 55-plus crowd, Wednesday mornings all summer. It is free, friendly, and no library card required. Wear comfy clothes, flat shoes, and sign a quick waiver.
📚 Little Explorers Storytime @ Lapel Branch Library | Friday (8/7) at 10:30 AM – If your toddler has Goodnight Moon memorized and you miss adult conversation, this is your move. At Lapel Branch Library, it is storytime, play, and crafts for ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. Free, all welcome, no card needed.
🎪 Big Top Circus @ Indiana State Fairgrounds (Indianapolis) | Friday (8/7) at 1:00 PM – Beat the fairgrounds heat in an air-conditioned Big Top, then watch acrobats fling themselves around so you don’t have to. New 2026 acts, big laughs, and classic spectacle, included with your Indiana State Fair admission. A guilt-free pause between lemon shakes, corn dogs, and people-watching.
🐾 Animal Protection League @ Anderson Farmers' Market | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – If you have room for another freeloader on the couch, hit Anderson Farmers Market where Animal Protection League brings adoptable dogs, local vendors, crafts, and music. Saturday mornings through summer, convenient for those of us who run on coffee, lists, and good intentions.
🧓 Senior Meetup (Ages 55+) @ Anderson Public Library | Friday (8/14) at 11:00 AM – Monthly meetup for the 55+ crowd at Anderson Public Library, because fun should come with comfortable chairs, not cover charges. Expect board games, a surprisingly cool paleontology craft with wax seals and magnifying beads, 250th-anniversary trivia, and a 1948 flick, all free, caregivers welcome.
🎵 AJ Wetzel 2026 Summer Concert Series @ Belgian Horse Winery (Middletown) | Sunday (8/16) at 4:00 PM – Ten years in, this summer series still hits the sweet spot, free music, good wine, and zero fuss. AJ Wetzel brings the soundtrack while Nomad BBQ feeds us and wine slushies keep us civilized, coolers are fine if empty, leashed pups invited.
🎵 Anderson Summer Concert Series @ Dickman Town Center | Friday (8/28) at 7:30 PM – Miss Molly is taking over Dickmann Town Center with a free summer set, the kind where your lawn chair does most of the heavy lifting. Expect easygoing tunes, neighbors you actually like, nearby restaurants, and a food truck so nobody’s surviving on pocket mints.
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07 — Anderson report Weather forecastToday — High: 82°F — Low: 59°F — Precip: 0%
Patchy fog before 8am. Sunny. High near 82, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. East northeast wind around 2 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 59. Wind around 0 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 83°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 83. West southwest wind around 2 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. Southwest wind around 1 mph. This house is wildThis charming brick Cape Cod blends original character with roomy, flexible living. Hardwood floors, a classic fireplace, built-ins, and sunlit spaces give the main level plenty of personality, while the enclosed sunroom adds an extra spot for work, play, or quiet downtime. A fenced, tree-shaded backyard with patio space rounds out the appeal.
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