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Zionsville manufacturer Fanimation to host Fanimation Days Sept. 25–26 with first direct-to-consumer sales

Fanimation, a Zionsville-based fan manufacturer, will hold Fanimation Days Sept. 25–26 at 10983 Bennett Parkway featuring the company’s first direct-to-consumer sales at a discount, a museum open for tours, food trucks and activities. IndyCar driver Jack Harvey is scheduled to appear Sept. 25 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Noblesville mayor highlights $4.2B private investment, Ryan Fireprotection $25M HQ2 and Deer Creek District rebrand

Mayor Chris Jensen used his Sept. 10, 2026 State of the City address at Riverview Health Arena to review recovery from the White River flood, outline public-safety and infrastructure spending, and list major private investments and branding tied to continued growth in Noblesville.

Noblesville leaders spotlight SMC’s 950+ jobs, $200M investment and Toyota Automated Logistics’ $165M campus

At his Sept. 10, 2026 State of the City address, Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen hosted executives from SMC Corp. of America and Toyota Automated Logistics to highlight continued Japanese investment in Noblesville, including SMC’s more than 950 full‑time employees and $200 million invested since 2009 and TAL’s $165 million campus announced in 2024.

Boone County EMA names Megan Bonty interim director, impacting local emergency planning

Boone County appointed Megan Bonty interim director of the Boone County Emergency Management Agency. Bonty began in July 2026 (appointment reported July 27, 2026) and is expected to move to a full-time role by January; she will oversee 20 county response plans and coordinate with public safety, utilities, schools and health partners.

Noblesville proposes $143.5M 2027 budget; public safety pension and retiree health costs drive base growth

The City of Noblesville unveiled a $143.5 million proposed 2027 budget at the Sept. 15 council meeting, including $107.1 million for core operations and $20.6 million in capital projects. City officials say a mandatory $922,000 pension contribution increase and about $400,000 in retiree health costs are primary drivers of base growth. The council will discuss and vote at 6 p.m. Oct. 27, 2026.

Slick City opens 55,000‑sq‑ft Geist action park at former Marsh, training new staff

Slick City Indianapolis opened on Sept. 1, 2026, in a renovated 55,000‑square‑foot former Marsh at 11625 Fox Rd. The indoor action park includes slides, air courts, a zipline and a Hypergrid; management said the first week was busy as new employees trained.

Brownsburg introduces $83.4 million 2027 budget with infrastructure, public safety priorities

Carmel Clay Schools plans higher 2027 property tax rate, lowers referendum rate if approved

Carmel Clay Schools expects to set its 2027 property tax rate at 64.56 cents (up 4.31 cents from 2026) to collect a proposed $78.5 million levy, while dropping its referendum tax rate from 31.94 to 30.39 cents if voters approve the Nov. 3, 2026 referendum; failure would force about $10 million in cuts and roughly 10% of staff reductions.

Zionsville Lions Club launches $2.6M campaign to upgrade Lions Park, seed $1M maintenance endowment

The Zionsville Lions Club launched a $2.6 million capital campaign at its Sept. 11–13, 2026 Fall Festival to fund Lions Park upgrades and a five-acre expansion; organizers reported about $1.3 million raised so far and plan to place $1 million in a legacy fund at the Community Foundation of Boone County.

Hendricks Symphony opens with ‘From Russia with Love’ in Plainfield

Carmel to celebrate 50th anniversary with ice cream social

Brownsburg schools plan $3.8M cuts; transportation proposals could cover more than half

Brownsburg Community School Corp. plans $3.8 million in ongoing budget cuts for the 2027-28 school year as part of $7.9 million in reductions over three years. District leaders say transportation changes — including three-tier routing and expanded parent-responsibility zones — would deliver the largest share of savings.

Noblesville resident launches dog adventure bus service

Kori Brulport launched Zoomie Express, a dog-adventure bus that began serving Hamilton County on 2026-05-04. The service makes home pickups three days a week and takes dogs to a Cicero farm for supervised off‑leash play; rides cost $65 for the first dog and $50 per additional dog, Current Publishing reported.

Lynwood Hills sewer project moving forward

Silver Companies holds Sept. 15 ribbon-cutting for nearly $100M Silver Collection at Saxony in Fishers

Silver Companies held a ribbon-cutting Sept. 15 for its Silver Collection at Saxony in Fishers. The developer says the nearly $100 million, market-rate luxury apartment project was funded with 100% internal equity and intended as a long-term legacy asset.

Westfield council eyes proposed redistricting maps

Central Indiana students lead High School Hustle; Zionsville grad’s lawncare business tops $100,000

More than half of the top performers in the 2026 High School Hustle competition were from central Indiana, including Zionsville Community High School graduate Cruz Weidner, who earned more than $100,000 operating a landscaping business. Top students were honored in August 2026 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Boone County Solid Waste Management District accepting grant applications

The Boone County Solid Waste Management District is accepting applications for its 2027 Community Grant Program, offering awards up to $5,000 to Boone County nonprofits, schools, libraries, civic groups, clubs and eligible private businesses. Applications are on boonecountysolidwaste.com and must be submitted by Sept. 30.

Local Wine, Women & Shoes fundraiser raises more than $350,000 for Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital

A Wine, Women & Shoes fundraiser held at Lucas Estate raised more than $350,000 for Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital, Current Publishing reported on Sept. 15, 2026. The event was organized by Called to Care and featured vendors, a silent auction and a fashion show.

Westfield council OKs 30 mph for Tomlinson Road

On Sept. 14, 2026, the Westfield City Council voted 6-1 to reduce the speed limit on Tomlinson Road from 40 mph to 30 mph after months of advocacy from the parents of a child killed in a June crash and other residents. City engineers had recommended 35 mph, but the council amended the ordinance to 30 mph.

Westfield’s Heart & Soul free clinic logged about 1,700 patient visits in 2025; seeks support with Sept. 19 fundraiser

Heart & Soul Free Clinic in Westfield reports it treated about 700 people — roughly 1,700 visits — in 2025 and relies on volunteers, grants and fundraisers to provide no-cost care. The clinic received a $50,000 grant Sept. 1, 2026, and the Mission Hills Charity Jam is set for Sept. 19, 2026 to raise additional support.

Avon and Brownsburg high school tennis complexes win USTA Outstanding Facility Awards; Brownsburg coach honored

The Avon High School Tennis Center and the Brownsburg High School Tennis Complex were named among 41 recipients of the USTA’s 2026 Outstanding Facility Awards; Brownsburg coach Spencer Fields received a 35 x 35 President’s Impact Award after organizing the Indiana Hardcourt Championships in August 2026 that brought players, officials and fans to Brownsburg.

A shared vision: High school seniors drive fight against ALS

As reported Sept. 14, 2026, Noblesville resident and Park Tudor senior Aryav Das and co-founder Samarth Dunakhe have directed more than $25,000 to the ALS Therapy Development Institute and planned a fundraiser at the Chipotle at 14635 Hazel Dell Crossing in Noblesville on Sept. 19, 2026, 4–8 p.m.

Goodman Campbell tops out Fishers brain & spine center, plans 2027 opening

On Sept. 3, 2026 Goodman Campbell Brain & Spine marked the topping out of a new Fishers facility at 13680 Jack Walker Lane; the practice says the center will include 14 clinic rooms, outpatient imaging and a dedicated pain procedure room and is set to open in 2027.