Purdue gives students leg up in chip-making through summer program
An intensive, eight-week training program is devoted to the understanding of semiconductors, the crystalline solids that conduct electricity and power computer microchips.
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Westfield starts designing long-awaited downtown
For years, transforming Westfield’s downtown into a vibrant, happening place has been a much-discussed but never-realized goal. Now, the first-term mayor is pushing to make the redevelopment of downtown more than just a talking point.
McCordsville town center takes shape as community’s population, housing needs grow
Town leaders spent nearly 15 years planning McCord Square, which they envision as a town center for a community that needs a place to gather. Residents are beginning to move into two 111,000-square-foot, four-story apartment buildings called The Jackson and The Lucas.
Sheridan aims to manage growth with reorganization, but questions remain
The town of Sheridan and Adams Township are looking to merge—a move that would give Sheridan planning and zoning control over an area that is currently unincorporated and is the jurisdiction of county planners.
Carmel hopes sound-system upgrades bring more acts to Palladium
The concert hall was built with sound in mind. And this month, the 1,600-seat Italian Rennaisance-style building is receiving the first major audio upgrade in its 13-year history.
Hamilton County hospital surge comes amid closings elsewhere
Community Health Network’s announcement this month that it plans to open a $335 million campus near U.S. 31 and 196th Street in Westfield marks the latest entry into the crowded Hamilton County hospital market.
Westfield unveils 8-year, $186M infrastructure plan
That represents $125 million in road improvements, $31 million in new roundabouts, $16.7 million in trail projects and $12.5 million in park projects. Half the projects have fundings allocated; the city is studying how to fund the other half.
Central Indiana mayors say regionalism critical to growth, workforce retention
The Indy Chamber hosted 10 mayors from the area Wednesday to discuss economic development at its State of the Region event at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Fishers neighbors create medical record app
Primary Record allows families and other caregivers to organize and share medical information with one another and with doctors from their computer or phone.
Fishers mayor hopeful for busier year at Geist Waterfront Park
In the beach’s second season, the city has slashed the $50 per-vehicle entry fee it charges non-residents and has cut ties with an app it required Fishers residents to download in order to gain entrance.
Noblesville district would allow drinking and strolling
A proposed district in downtown Noblesville could make life easier for festival organizers, strengthen the bottom line for business owners, and help residents and visitors have a good time.
Urban Vines founder’s next venture in Westfield is sweet
Noah Herron, with co-founders Mike Hayner and Marc Rupenthal, plans to open Urban Apples Cidery in May. It will be Hamilton County’s first cidery and the 15th cidery in Indiana, according to ciderguide.com.
How the SK Hynix project came together—and another fell apart
The South Korean company’s announcement made waves across Indiana, but so did a decision by Minnesota-based SkyWater Technology to cancel its project at Purdue after not receiving hoped-for federal funding.
Zionsville mayor prepares pitch for big development
John Stehr is planning a public outreach tour throughout Zionsville to explain his plan for a 160-acre, $250 million development south of the town’s quaint, historic downtown.
Carmel task force looks at city’s housing challenges
Carmel’s housing options mostly fit into two opposite categories: single-family detached houses in subdivisions and multifamily apartment buildings in the downtown core. City officials want to explore a third category: the “missing middle.”
Businesses prepare for eclipse-related complications, disruptions
Some local workplaces’ plans include everything from shifting delivery and staffing schedules to paring back operations to working remotely—or even taking the day off.
Proposal would put Carmel City Council in control of park impact fees
The funding stream Carmel uses to develop parks has become a source of tension among officials and even the subject of a recently dismissed lawsuit.
Arts organizations will have a home at Hendricks Live! venue
Community leaders say the 600-seat entertainment venue along U.S. 40, set to open March 9, will make Plainfield a popular regional destination.
Developers come out of the shadows in Westfield
With a new mayor and a completely new city council in Westfield, developers have resumed submitting projects to a city they say they’ve avoided the past four years.
Regional collaboration aims to lift city centers
A cooperative of central Indiana communities wants to expand the impact of Main Street via walkable districts to attract residents and boost innovative development.