County News

Ascension St. Vincent to close Carmel sports performance office Oct. 30, 2026 as services shift to OrthoIndy partnership

Ascension St. Vincent announced its Sports Performance office at Clay Terrace in Carmel (14455 Clay Terrace Blvd.) will close on Oct. 30, 2026, as the health system transitions services through a new partnership with orthopedic practice OrthoIndy. Ascension said it will seek continuity of care and transition opportunities for some associates.

Noblesville Schools’ proposed LifeWise partnership raises questions about school-day operations

A Noblesville parent opposes a proposal to bring LifeWise Academy into the district, saying its off-campus, privately funded religious instruction would effectively insert organized Bible teaching into the school day and could expand to all 10 Noblesville schools, the letter says.

Hamilton County Council District 3 candidates outline tax, infrastructure and public-safety priorities ahead of Nov. 3 election

Two candidates — Democrat Doug May and Republican incumbent Mark Hall — answered a Current Q&A describing competing priorities for Hamilton County Council District 3, including public safety, infrastructure and tax policy, with May also emphasizing farmland preservation, White River water quality and support for schools and nonprofits.

Shin Dig adds a Cunningham Restaurant Group concept to The Shops at Perry Crossing in Plainfield

Visit Hendricks County reports Shin Dig as the latest addition to Cunningham Restaurant Group at The Shops at Perry Crossing in Plainfield, occupying the former Theo’s Italian space and offering shareable hand-tossed pizzas, wings, desserts, a game room and private-event services. The piece notes a happy hour from 2–5 p.m. Monday–Thursday.

Fire Damages Apartment Under Construction in Whitestown

Carmel founder Jenna Burd becomes first Orr Fellow to run her own partner company while in the program

Jenna Burd, founder of Carmel-based Yalla Solutions, joined Orr Fellowship’s 2026 cohort while continuing to operate her company — the first time an Orr Fellow has participated as an owner of an Orr partner organization. She also launched the Orr Fellowship Foundry; applications for Orr’s 2027 cohort close Sept. 25, 2026.

Several fire departments battle apartment fire in Whitestown

Lightning may have sparked fire at Whitestown apartments under construction

Carmel celebrates the end of construction on College Ave

The City of Carmel announced a free College Avenue Block Party for Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, to mark the completion of the College Avenue reconstruction project and to thank nearby residents and businesses. The event was scheduled for 5:30–8:00 p.m. at Rosie’s Gardens & Hughes Landscape (10402 N. College Ave.).

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

Taco Bell Foundation awards $25,000 to Noblesville Boys & Girls Club; local franchisee K‑MAC nominated recipient

The Tom & Soni Sheehan Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville was named a $25,000 Community Grant recipient from the Taco Bell Foundation to support its Teen Center programs focused on character and leadership development, according to The Reporter on Sept. 17, 2026.

Gus Macker 3-on-3 in Westfield to raise funds for IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center research

The Gus Macker 3-on-3 tournament will be held Oct. 3–4, 2026, at the Pacers Athletic Center in Westfield, with proceeds to support cancer research at the IU Melvin & Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center. Registration, team fees and volunteer opportunities were described in the event announcements.

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.

At Greenwood farm town hall, Beckwith says homestead property tax reform is top priority

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.