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🌱 How investigators tied a Lawrence man to a devastating hit-and-run
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Morning Lawrence! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How investigators tied a Lawrence man to a devastating hit-and-run
- How Lawrence police helped put four armed felons behind bars
- How did Lawrence North escape Lawrence Central with a two-point win?
Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Lawrencefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Thursday: Low clouds and cold, with a high of 29 and low of 27 degrees.
- Friday: A little snow in the morning, temps: high: 33, low: 12. ⛄️ Brr!
- Saturday: Cloudy, very cold; p.m. snow, with a high of 18 and low of -3 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Docs: Lawrence man charged with leaving scene after hitting pedestrian with Kia (fox59.com) — A Lawrence man has been charged after police say he hit a pedestrian with a Kia on North Shadeland Avenue in Indianapolis and left the scene, leaving the victim critically injured and later facing leg amputation. Investigators linked the suspect to the car through surveillance video, paperwork in the vehicle, and phone records that placed him at both the crash and abandonment sites. 
Find out what's happening in Lawrencefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
• 4 sentenced to prison on slew of federal firearms charges (fox59.com) — Four men have been sentenced to federal prison after investigations that included the Lawrence Police Department and other agencies, targeting convicted felons caught with illegal firearms. The cases stem from incidents like a high-speed chase and a downtown Indy carjacking attempt, underscoring ongoing efforts to keep illegal guns off streets in and around Lawrence.
• See photos of Lawrence North at Lawrence Central boys basketball (indystar.com) — Lawrence North edged Lawrence Central 80-78 in a thriller at Lawrence Central High School, with Wildcats players and fans celebrating the close win. A full photo gallery captures key moments, from big baskets and blocks to emotional reactions from both teams and student sections, spotlighting a marquee matchup for Lawrence-area high school basketball fans.
📸 Around Lawrence
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lawrence
- After Hours Holiday Party & Toy Drive with the GLC and City of Lawrence Fire Department Sponsored by Keystone Group
Indian Lake Country Club , 10502 E. 75th St. , Indianapolis
4:30 pm
Thursday December 18
📣 Lawrence Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Storytime at Warren - Preschool
Indianapolis Public Library-Warren Branch , 9701 East 21st St , Indianapolis
10:30 am - Tween/Teen Taste Test: Taiwan!
Vernon Township Public Library , 625 E Broadway St , Fortville
5:30 pm - Bogo Singo!
Daniel's Vineyard, Event Venue & Winery , 9061 N 700 W , McCordsville
6:00 pm - THE YARD AT FISHERS DISTRICT INVITES COMMUNITY TO COMMUNITY RUN
Fishers District , 11549 Yard St , Fishers
6:00 pm - Northern Region of INAEYC Director's Round Table
Growing Kids Learning Center , 17475 SR 23 , South Bend
6:30 pm - Heartland Film Festival Merry Movie Nights
Fishers City Hall , 1 Municipal Dr , Fishers
7:00 pm - Phil Hanley
Helium Comedy Club , 10 W Georgia St , Indianapolis
7:00 pm - 13th Annual Fishers Blues Fest
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater , 6 Municipal Dr , Fishers
5:00 pm - Jennifer Mlott: Culinary Dropout
Culinary Dropout , 1320 E 86th St , Indianapolis
6:00 pm - Community Jazz Improv + Jazz Lounge
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater , 6 Municipal Dr , Fishers
6:00 pm - Pictures with Santa
IKEA , 11400 IKEA Wy , Fishers
10:00 am
Thursday December 11
Friday December 12
Saturday December 13
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🗞 Nearby News
Fishers
- HEPL launches annual Season of Giving (youarecurrent.com)
- School resource officers train in Fishers to prevent youth violence (wishtv.com)
- Fishers Councilor Tiffanie Ditlevson Forms Exploratory Committee for State Senate Run (larryinfishers.com)
Indianapolis
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway announces 2026 dirt track schedule (wthr.com)
Ok Lawrence! 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
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