South Bend Chocolate Co. to open location in Carmel
South Bend Chocolate Co. is set to open one of its Chocolate Cafes in space that formerly housed a tattoo parlor and a convenience store.
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Primanti Bros. quietly closes its Noblesville restaurant
The Pittsburgh-based chain, which is known for putting french fries on its sandwiches, entered the Indiana market in 2016 with the location near Hamilton Town Center.
Most incumbents hold onto offices in Boone County primary
Lebanon Mayor Matt Gentry, the only Boone County mayor who faced a primary challenge, beat two opponents to take the party’s nomination for the November election.
Fishers Mayor Fadness says win is vindication of city’s efforts to grow, develop
In Fishers’ contested city council races, incumbents endorsed by Mayor Scott Fadness prevailed.
Carmel Mayor Brainard fends off challenge while a longtime Carmel councilor loses
Mayor Jim Brainard received 56% of the GOP primary vote, while his challenger Fred Glynn garnered 44%. The race had turned ugly in recent weeks.
Hamilton County firms jump into $1B Purdue project
Old Town Design Group, J.C. Hart and Browning Investments will build the massive development’s residential components, including luxury apartments, condos, townhouses and single-family homes.
Early voting up in Marion County, but even more so in Hamilton County
In Hamilton County, the increase is likely tied in part to some interesting GOP primary battles. In Marion County, voters could choose to vote early at any of three different polling sites for the first time in a decade. Polls are open Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Zionsville Town Council deadlocks on controversial apartment project
With one member absent, the Zionsville Town Council voted 3-3 on a proposal by JC Hart to build a $40 million apartment community near the town’s downtown village.
Area mayoral races top ballots in Tuesday’s primary election
Incumbent Indy Mayor Joe Hogsett and GOP challenger Jim Merritt are expected to win their parties’ nominations easily. Meanwhile in Fishers and Carmel, incumbents are fending off primary challenges.
Carmel receives eight development proposals for PNC Bank site
Henry Mestetsky, director of the Carmel Redevelopment Commission, told IBJ on Tuesday that the overwhelming response to the RFP was rare.
Zionsville neighbors battle village proposal—again
But the mixed-use project called Sycamore Flats, filed by Carmel-based J.C. Hart Development, appears to have more momentum than past proposals opponents or local officials rejected.
Two more medical facilities planned for Carmel
One would be a Riverview Health ER and urgent care; the other would be an Indianapolis Rehabilitation Institute.
Developer plans $25M ‘village’ project in downtown Westfield
Carmel-based Old Town Cos. plans to develop a mix of apartments, condos, shops and restaurants directly north of the $35 million Grand Junction Plaza project, which was funded by city officials last month.
Fired employee to return to job in Carmel clerk-treasurer’s office
Carmel City Council President Jeff Worrell told IBJ that Ann Bingman, former director of internal controls, will return to her role in the clerk-treasurer’s office, but won’t report directly to Christine Pauley, who fired Bingman April 17.
Official hurls more accusations at Brainard as outsiders back his claim they were dating
Carmel Clerk-Treasurer Christine Pauley escalated her harassment complaints about Mayor Jim Brainard on Thursday, but several people came forward Friday to say Pauley wasn’t being upfront about their relationship.
What to do when you visit the Indiana Dunes
The Indiana Dunes—the national park, state park and surrounding areas—offer a variety of outdoor experiences, including swimming, bird watching, biking, hiking, fishing and camping. Outside the Dunes, Porter County also offers unique experiences.
Splashy designation: National park status raises Indiana Dunes’ profile
Already, area tourism offices are receiving phone calls from people across the country who want to plan a visit. And CNN stopped by this month to tape a tourism special about the area.
Fishers design center aims to fill workforce needs
The $14 million Hub & Spoke, planned for East 106th Street and Lantern Road, will connect building and design industry tenants to clients and makers all under one roof,
Carmel council investigates termination of ‘key’ clerk-treasurer’s office employee
Clerk-Treasurer Christine Pauley and recently fired Director of Internal Controls Ann Bingman on Tuesday night gave councilors conflicting information about the status of the city’s annual audit.
Hamilton County incumbents raise, spend most in primary election
Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness has spent $187,000 since Jan. 1 on his re-election campaign, while Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard has shelled out more than $250,000.