Fishers council member resigns before moving out of state
Samantha DeLong, one of two Democrats and the North Central District representative to the Fishers City Council, plans to step down from her elected position at the end of the month.
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Indy electrical contractor planning to move 150 jobs to new $18M Greenwood HQ
Indianapolis-based Electrical Repair & Maintenance Co. Inc.—better known as ERMCO—unveiled plans Tuesday afternoon to build a headquarters in Greenwood where it will employ 170 workers.
INDOT removes $7.5M cap on contributions to State Road 32 project in Westfield
Jennifer Beck, a senior project manager for INDOT, appeared before the Westfield City Council to alleviate fears that an estimated $15 million project expanding State Road 32 from two lanes to four would cost the city far more than expected.
Westfield Council votes to involve itself in legal fight between mayor, clerk-treasurer
Westfield Mayor Andy Cook has filed two separate lawsuits against Clerk-Treasurer Cindy Gossard since the beginning of the year, and the city’s council is interested in finding out just how much public money is funding the ongoing legal battle.
Financial concerns cast doubt on State Road 32 project
The Westfield City Council president is questioning whether to move forward with a road-widening project more than a decade in the making over concerns that it will exceed its budget.
Historic preservation board to weigh in on plan to widen State Road 32 in Westfield
The Indiana Historic Preservation Review Board next week will examine the plan, which would require demolishing or relocating four commercial buildings in downtown Westfield’s historic district.
Planned $3M project would turn historic church into coworking space, restaurant
Ohio-based COhatch is planning to redevelop a 167-year-old former church building in Zionsville known as The Sanctuary, which previously housed the art gallery of late artist Nancy Noel.
Zionsville Chamber aims to position town as boutique bridal destination
The Zionsville Chamber of Commerce is hosting its first “Get Married in Zionsville” bridal show, featuring more than 40 local florists, musicians, bakeries and other vendors on April 17.
Fishers approves restaurant near Geist Waterfront Park
A business that had its land along Geist Reservoir seized by the city of Fishers through eminent domain has received permission to build a two-story restaurant across the street from its former property.
Donatello’s Italian Restaurant in Carmel calling it quits after 10 years
Patrick and Beth Aasen, who founded the restaurant at 9 W. Main St. in late 2010 with their son, Carmel City Council member Adam Aasen, said they plan to retire after 40 years in the restaurant business.
Zionsville glamping business finds permanent home at WonderTree Farm
Chris Jackson is teaming with former Indianapolis Colts punter Hunter Smith to open the high-end campground next month.
Fishers bringing back summer festival with concerts, fireworks
Events will include a concert series at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, a farmer’s market, 5K walk/run, car and art show, street fair, parade and fireworks.
Owner of Carmel’s Clay Terrace acknowledges possible bankruptcy filing
Washington Prime Group, a Simon Property Group spinoff that owns several other local shopping centers, barely missed defaulting on a $23.2 million interest payment this week before securing a forbearance agreement that ends on March 31.
Zionsville mayor files suit, seeks to clear up her power to demote department heads
Zionsville Mayor Emily Styron filed a lawsuit Tuesday that should determine whether the town’s council can keep her from demoting the fire department’s chief.
Indiana Grand expansion to create more than 100 jobs
The 25,000-square-foot expansion to the Shelbyville casino will provide space for more slot machines and additional gaming tables, plus upgrade its poker facilities.
Developers present Asherwood plans, say they’ll petition court for covenant relief
A 62-year land covenant tied to the Asherwood estate and surrounding properties in Carmel is creating difficulties for developers of a proposed 40-home luxury neighborhood because it calls for front-yard setbacks of at least 75 feet.
Senate committee passes legislation to establish regional crime gun task force
The task force would expand on a partnership between the Fishers Police Department and the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department that officials say has already helped reduce crime in the area.
KAR Global invests millions in Israel-based artificial intelligence company
The strategic investment creates a partnership between the two companies that is expected to bring KAR customers a new slate of automated vehicle inspection products.
Former Stutz owner plans redevelopment of three Carmel properties
Turner Woodard, the former majority owner of the Stutz Business and Arts Center in downtown Indianapolis, has purchased the former Rich’s Home Furnishings showroom in Carmel to redevelop as the first in a series of three new projects in the northern suburb.
Greenwood approves agreement for $83M redevelopment project
The redevelopment of the former Greenwood Middle School site would bring hundreds of residential units, plus restaurants, retailers and a public parking garage to the city’s downtown.