Westfield marks Grand Park’s 10th anniversary with 30-minute documentary
The city used $30,000 from its Grand Park promotional fund for the documentary called “We Field Champions” that was produced by Noblesville-based filmmaker Cameron Sprinkle.
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Ash & Elm Cider Co. planning expansion into Carmel with restaurant, tasting room
Ash & Elm’s planned 3,500-square-foot location, part of a multi-phase development by Carmel-based Old Town Cos., will be the company’s second restaurant and tasting room when it opens in spring 2024.
Anderson-based credit union expanding outside Madison County
After 60 years of operations in Madison County, Anderson-based Lampco Federal Credit Union is working to establish a foothold in Marion, Hamilton and Hancock counties.
Steakhouse planned at former LouVino location in Fishers Nickel Plate District
The 4,200-square-foot Cooper & Cow Steakhouse & Bourbon Lounge is scheduled to open in December at 8626 E. 116th St.
Alcohol-free businesses provide the drinks without the hangover
Booze-free bars and nonalcoholic retail bottle shops are found mostly on the coasts, but a handful have taken root in the Midwest.
Developers planning $450M in apartments, townhouses, condos, retail in Carmel over two projects
The two Indianapolis-based developers have requested the city issue a total of $76 million in developer-backed bonds to help cover the cost of design and construction of the projects.
Carmel City Council mulling 20 mph roundabout speed limit
City Council President Jeff Worrell said Monday that a ride with Carmel traffic officers last week convinced him it would be possible to enforce a roundabout speed limit.
North of 96th roundup: New hotel, Bar Louie in the works; Costco sets opening date
Multiple retailers, restaurants and other businesses have recently opened or are planning new locations in the north suburbs of Indianapolis. Here’s a rundown:
Indianapolis Executive Airport completes runway extension project
The $15.2 million project extended the airport’s runway from 5,500 feet to 7,001 feet. Officials held a ribbon cutting and a ceremonial first takeoff and landing on Tuesday.
On second try, Westfield City Council OKs move to second-class city status
The change in status means voters in 2027 will elect a city clerk and two additional city council members—one at-large and another representing a sixth district.
Sales of existing homes in Indy area fall for 21st consecutive month
Meanwhile, the median sales price for a house in the 16-county area in October jumped 3.9%, to $299,000, from the same month a year ago.
Carmel condo at top of City Center could fetch up to $7.5M
The SkyPalace has five bedrooms, a room with three bunk beds, a rooftop pool, eight parking spots, three private entrances, two hidden passages, a safe room, a sauna, three fire pits, three outdoor grilling areas and a bar.
Three Hamilton County school districts OK operating referendums
Carmel-Clay Schools, Hamilton Southeastern Schools and Sheridan Community Schools plan to use the funding for staff, programs and services.
Election primer: A roundup of IBJ’s municipal campaign coverage
Early voting is underway for Indiana’s Nov. 7 municipal elections. Here’s a roundup of IBJ’s campaign coverage for Indianapolis and the northern suburbs to help you get ready to cast your vote.
High-end Proscenium apartment property in Carmel changes hands
A 196-unit mixed-use apartment and retail development in Carmel has been sold in a deal brokers called one of the most notable—and complex—sales of the year in the metropolitan area.
Carmel Mayor Brainard endorses Sue Finkam in election
Finkam is competing against Democrat Miles Nelson in Carmel’s mayoral election. The winner in the election on Nov. 7 will take office Jan. 1.
Carmel Christkindlmarkt announces new food, events for 2023
Opening day for the German-themed Christmas festival and the adjoining public skating at the Ice at Carter Green is set for Nov. 18.
New leadership means a new age for Westfield
Westfield city government will have a complete turnover next year. Along with a new mayor, the Hamilton County city will have seven newcomers on the City Council and a new clerk-treasurer.
Developer planning townhouse development on west side of Noblesville
Indianapolis-based Platinum Properties Management Co.’s plans call for the Westbrook townhouse community to be built on 19 acres on the northeast side of the intersection of Moontown Road and Castamere Drive.
Carmel City Council OK’s Conner Prairie’s expansion west of White River
The council voted 9-0 to rezone 260 acres Fishers-based Conner Prairie owns in Carmel, south of East 146th Street and east of River Road.