10 things to expect in the northern suburbs in 2016
We revisited the year’s top news stories in the suburbs on Wednesday, so now let’s look at what you should expect to see in 2016.
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A rewind of the biggest ‘burb news items of 2015
It was another busy year in the North of 96th region—the population growth hasn’t stopped, new housing developments continue to take root and each community is trying to identify exactly what kinds of new businesses it wants to attract.
Credit union plans to acquire former Meridian Music property
Indiana Members Credit Union is hoping to open a branch in the 18,000-square-foot, two-story brick building on Old Meridian Street in Carmel.
Longtime Riverview Health CEO planning retirement
Pat Fox, president and CEO of Riverview Health since 2004, plans to retire in May, the Noblesville-based health care network announced Monday.
Roundup: Health retailers at Clay Terrace; Jimmy John’s opening in Noblesville
As the year comes to an end, here’s one last retail roundup to get you looking forward to 2016.
Carmel on road to $217M in infrastructure projects
The list of projects slated over three years includes about 30 more roundabouts, other street improvements, and land acquisition. It would lead to property tax increases for most residents.
State awards $135K in federal funds for tree programs
Recipients for tree inventory and analysis included Elkhart, $20,000; Kendallville, $17,425; West Lafayette, $18,562; and Pendleton, $11,575.
Richmond-based brewery opening taproom in Zionsville
The nearly 3,000-square-foot tasting room will be located at 98 S. Main St. and is expected to open in late January or early February.
Plainfield shopping center closes early after online threat
The Shops at Perry Crossing in Plainfield was evacuated Friday night after bomb threats were posted on Facebook targeting the mall and its JC Penney store, police said.
Aid for Carmel rose to $5.4M, to council leader’s surprise
Carmel City Council President Rick Sharp said he was under the impression that the city only needed to borrow $2.9 million to fix a budget shortfall, and wasn’t told the actual amount until after the council voted to approve the deal.
Jonathan Byrd’s Fieldhouse set to open Jan. 5
The entrepreneur behind the $8.1 million basketball and volleyball facility recently gave North of 96th a sneak peek inside.
Money sought to operate startup-company site in Anderson
Officials heading up a new Purdue University technology education center in Anderson say local government money is needed to operate a section of the facility that's designated for startup companies.
Ginovus relocating from Keystone Crossing to downtown Fishers
Ginovus, a site selection consulting firm, will lease space in the Nickel Plate District for the next 10 years.
Carmel City Council OKs borrowing $2.9M from CRC reserves
The agreement between the council and the Carmel Redevelopment Commission gives the CRC the authority to use $2.9 million in its supplemental reserve fund to make a bond payment for the city.
Carmel asks to borrow $2.9M from redevelopment commission
Carmel is short of revenue this year, prompting the city to look for other ways to pay claims, debt service and payroll for the next couple of weeks.
Startup for therapeutic gear raises $3M on way to market
Fishers-based Recovery Force LLC, which develops high-tech compression wearables for medical patients, athletes and military members, is working toward FDA approval.
Indy-area home deals slide for eighth straight month
Home sales in November tumbled 11.1 percent in Marion County, from 866 homes to 770. Hamilton County, the area’s second-largest market, saw a similar decrease, with an 11.3 percent drop.
Anderson latest city to pass local gay rights ordinance
The Anderson City Council voted unanimously Thursday to extend local protections on housing, education, employment and public accommodations.
Hamilton County Sports Authority prepares for busy 2016
The organization, a division of Hamilton County Tourism Inc., is launching a five-year calendar, increasing its budget by 25 percent and hiring another staff member.
Technical training center opens in Boone County
The 20,000-square-foot Gene Haas Training and Education Center will offer 600-hour training programs for computer numerical control, industrial maintenance and metrology.