Fishers inks $2.1M deal for consultant on new financial systems
Indianapolis-based Katz Sapper & Miller LLP will advise, drive and support the project to modernize the city’s business systems.
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Carmel expects to land extra $1.7M due to population gains
Carmel’s population has grown by 7,755 people since 2010, the city announced Wednesday, citing a partial special census it conducted late last year.
Westfield City Council approves 300-acre Aurora development
The 300-plus-acre office, retail and residential project, which will be located near the southeast corner of U.S. 31 and State Road 38, to the west of Grassy Branch Road, is being pursued by developer Chris R. White.
Carmel City Council feud with clerk-treasurer continues
The Carmel City Council approved two ordinances Monday night that Clerk-Treasurer Christine Pauley sees as political moves against her.
Westfield schools plan May referendum to pay for construction projects
The district’s school board voted Tuesday to have a special election May 2 to ask residents for a tax hike to raise $90 million.
Noblesville teacher introduces online innovations program for other educators
Don Wettrick, who introduced an innovations class at Noblesville High School in 2014, wanted to expand his curriculum to other schools so it could have a bigger impact.
Hamilton County sees jump in visitor spending
Visitors spent nearly $681 million in the county in 2015, with most of the dollars used for food and beverages. That’s a 12 percent boost over 2014, nearly double the increase for the overall metro area.
Greenwood pays $1M for downtown middle school property
The city bought the 19-acre site that officials think will be a big draw for further development in the area.
Popular Chicago-area chain Portillo’s plans Fishers location
The chain, known for its Italian beef sandwiches and Chicago-style hot dogs, has begun recruiting managers for a Fishers location that it says will open this year.
RV industry makes comeback in Elkhart County
The industry has since shown resiliency. The county had an unemployment rate of 3.3 percent this year, and potential customers have more disposable income.
‘Perfect recipe’ leads to Fishers food-centric development
The culinary-centric development proposed in Fishers is an unusual concept for the northern suburb, but it’s an idea experts say just needed the right recipe.
Output jumps as Subaru of Indiana hustles to meet demand
The Japan-based automaker is in the midst of a U.S. sales boom—and the company’s Lafayette auto plant is racing to keep up.
Retail building proposed near Carmel-Zionsville border
Carmel-based JDF Development LLC has filed plans for a 9,500-square-foot building that will be located at the southwest corner of U.S. 421 and Bennett Parkway.
Roundup: Patrick’s closing in Zionsville; Matt’s Wine Bar debuts in Carmel
Patrick’s Kitchen and Drinks, which opened in 2007, recently announced that its last day of operations will be this week.
Westfield Chamber of Commerce uses flash mob tactic to boost local businesses
Every quarter, the chamber selects one business for members to unexpectedly flood at the same time. Members, except for the chosen entity, are notified of the day and time in advance.
2016 TOP STORIES: Development boom hits Carmel, Westfield
Massive real estate developments continued to roll into Hamilton County in 2016, especially in Carmel and Westfield.
Wildlife rescue group trapped in middle of property for proposed development
Providence Wildlife Inc., located at 2425 E. 202nd St., cares for injured and orphaned Indiana wildlife. The group is located in the middle of the 317-acre site near the southeast corner of U.S. 31 and State Road 38 where developer Chris R. White is proposing to construct a mixed-use development with housing, retail, office buildings and warehouses.
Visits up at Grand Park in 2016
According to year-end data released by the city of Westfield, 750,725 visitors came to the nearly 400-park for more than 300 events this year.
Noblesville approves revised preliminary agreement for $15M fieldhouse project
The $15 million Noblesville Fieldhouse being developed by Klipsch-Card Athletic Facilities LLC would include five hardwood courts for volleyball, basketball, cheerleading, futsal and pickleball; 75,000 square feet of turf for baseball, softball, soccer and lacrosse; concession stands and medical training.
Officials want $150K loan tied to Muncie project paid back
The $150,000 loan to a businessman was made more than three years ago as part of an effort to redevelop a Muncie building and create jobs.