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“CHiPS” TV stars to attend local fundraiser

GREENFIELD – The stars of the old TV show “CHiPS” will be at a local fundraiser in October, and tickets are on sale now.

Guest stars Erik Estrada and Larry Wilcox will be at the “Dinner with CHiPS” fundraiser. The event will benefit the McCordsville-based Blue Angel Connect, which works with public safety agencies and other local organizations to provide services to communities in Hancock and Henry counties.

“CHiPS” was a crime drama television series that aired on NBC from 1977 to 1983.

The event will feature dinner at Bradley Hall in Greenfield Oct. 21 and is $275 a ticket. People may also purchase tickets for autographs and photos with the “CHiPS” stars Oct. 20 at a hotel in Indianapolis. For details and tickets, visit blueangelconnect.org. Sponsorship packages for multiple tickets are also available.

MV superintendent available at local events

FORTVILLE – Anyone in the Mt. Vernon community is invited to join Superintendent Dr. Jack Parker at an upcoming Traveling Talks event.

The events allow for anyone to ask questions or hear updates from the superintendent. Parker will be at Tim’s Bakery in McCordsville at 7 a.m. Sept. 29 at 6087 W. Broadway St., McCordsville; complimentary donuts provided.

Other upcoming Traveling Talks are at 7 a.m. Oct. 19 at Sunrise Bakery, 101 W. Broadway St., Fortville with complimentary donuts; and at 7 a.m. Nov. 8 at Starbucks at I-70 at Mt. Comfort Road (2776 N. Huger L. Phelps Drive, Greenfield) with complimentary coffee. Events are free and there is no need to pre-register.

Bourbon event to benefit Meals on Wheels

GREENFIELD – A benefit event featuring bourbon, spirits and wine tasting is coming up in October to benefit Meals on Wheels of Hancock County.

Boots & Bourbon is scheduled for Oct. 21 at the Hancock County Fairgrounds. A VIP pass for $75 offers special tastings with early entry. General admission at $45 includes live music, hors d’oeuvres, cigar pairings, auctions and more. There is also a safe driver pass at $15.

For details and to buy tickets, visit bootsandbourbon.org or call 317-477-FOOD.