Fishers Test Kitchen makes chef replacement before opening
Chef Leisha Berg has decided to “step away from the project,” Fishers city officials announced Monday. Berg had planned to run West Coast Nook, featuring California-inspired street food.
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Some Carmel residents want more input on public art choices
The latest in a series of art installations in Carmel’s roundabouts has reinvigorated the debate over the city’s public art—and whether residents should have a direct say in its procurement.
Apotheco Pharmacy Group bringing specialized delivery service to Carmel
A New York-based chain of independent pharmacies offering pick-up and delivery services is planning its Midwestern debut with a new store in Carmel.
Carmel-based CNO Financial to cut 230 employees in restructuring
The company said it expects to reduce its annual spending by about $22 million by the end of 2020 as a result, investing about half of that savings into various technology and growth initiatives.
Fishers microsphere manufacturer doubling in size
Bangs Laboratories’ expansion will open in March and could add up to 25 jobs.
Real estate firm owner running for Indiana Senate seat
Scott Baldwin, president and owner of Indianapolis-based Envoy Inc., announced Monday that he is seeking election in Indiana Senate District 20 to replace Sen. Victoria Spartz, who is considering a run for U.S. Congress.
Martinsville highway closure planned for I-69 extension work
State highway officials expect to close a section of the main route between Indianapolis and Bloomington for 10 months in 2021 during work on the next stage of the Interstate 69 extension project.
Carmel startup uses technology developed by NASA in 1960s
Ian Hamilton launched Atlas Energy Systems LLC in 2013, repurposing the space-race technology into thermionic energy converters.
Fishers Do-It Center getting name change, renovation after acquisition
Steve White, owner of White’s Ace Hardware, purchased the longtime Fishers business in December and is making big changes to the store.
State Sen. Spartz considering run for Congress
Indiana State Sen. Victoria Spartz, R-Noblesville, announced Wednesday that she was suspending her race for another Senate term to explore a run for Congress in the 5th District, where a crowded field is hoping to replace Rep. Susan Brooks.
Horizon Brews to merge bar, classroom and kitchen
Borrowing a concept from Rochester, New York, the facility will bring food, drink and learning together under one roof where Carmel, Noblesville and Fishers meet.
Carmel sets dates for proposed film and music festival
Carmel’s proposed film and music festival didn’t receive as much funding as organizers hoped for, but dates are set and a not-for-profit has been formed to run it.
Joella’s Hot Chicken coming to Westfield’s south side
The chicken chain is in the midst of doubling in size. The new location will be its fourth in Indiana.
Needler’s to bridge Carmel’s grocery gap in former O’Malia site
The grocer and the property owner also plan to invest between $5 million and $6 million to update the facade of Brookshire Village Shoppes with a more modern aesthetic.
Carmel Clay Parks making investments before revenue falls
Projects worth $23 million will upgrade four parks over the next two years, but other improvements might have to wait if local officials can’t identify new ways to pay for parks.
Judge allowing lawsuit over Lake Monroe logging to proceed
The ruling by a Monroe County judge rejects an effort by property owner Joe Huff to have a lawsuit filed against him by county officials dismissed.
Carmel names woman fired earlier this year as city’s first controller
Ann Bingman, director of internal controls for the Carmel Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, will become the city’s controller starting Jan. 1. Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard announced the appointment Monday.
Three new Carmel-area restaurants bringing eclectic mix to market
A trio of new restaurants are in the works for Carmel, including a replacement for Bub’s Cafe and eateries featuring South American and Asian cuisine.
Mudbugs Cajun Cafe closing in Carmel after nearly 13 years
The founders and owners said the restaurant in Carmel’s Arts & Design District will be replaced by a family-owned restaurant that will serve Mediterranean cuisine.
30-plus years of ‘Garfield’ comic strips to sell at auction
The strips span from the launch of “Garfield” in 1978 to 2011, when Indiana-based cartoonist Jim Davis began drawing the strip digitally.