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HSE launches new Royals Innovation Lab By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com Hamilton Southeastern High School has a new space for students to explore tech innovation with the Nov. 4 launch of the Royals Innovation Lab at Launch Fishers — a coworking space that provides work and office space for local startups and entrepreneurs. Steve Loser, Hamilton Southeastern Schools director of K-12 initiatives, told a group gathered for the launch that he and HSE computer science teacher Julie Alano worked together to provide the opportunity for students taking HSE High School’s software development capstone course. Loser said they were able to secure a five-year grant through the Indiana Commission for Higher Education and Tech Point “to create a student-run enterprise within the entrepreneurship ecosystem of Launch Fishers, with the goal that we’re giving our students the most authentic, relevant, real-world problems or challenges by working with software development companies right here or throughout the community.” He said the lab will serve as an incubator as students work on real-world assignments in a low-risk environment. Alano said the capstone course has been in place since 2019 and since that time, students already have worked with some area tech companies — but many of those companies are hesitant to hire high school interns. “This grant really allows us … to work with the companies in our community to get the students work-based learning experiences that are authentic,” she said, noting that program partners include SEP, Counterpart and Exos. “The five-year plan of the grant is to open this as a student-run business. And really, the three students that are going to assist with the ribbon cutting here are ready to serve you as a student-run business.” The three students were HSE Seniors Rexford Tolle, John Patch and Turner Price, who already have created useful programs for HSE and others. Alano said Patch worked on a complex class scheduling app for HSE students that’s also available to parents, with a separate version for administrators. She said Tolle and Price worked on another app that provides a map of the school to help students — especially new students

Hamilton Southeastern High School seniors Rexford Tolle, left, John Patch and Turner Price review a program in the new Royals Innovation Lab at Launch Fishers. (Photos by Leila Kheiry)

From left, Hamilton Southeastern High School senior John Patch, HSE Schools Workplace Learning Manager Ken Johnson, HSE seniors Rexford Tolle and Turner Price, and HSE Schools Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools Jason Urban check out a program the students designed as part of their software development course.

— navigate the large building. Tolle described another app they built called Community Caregiving. “It is an application designed to foster support within a community for an individual that is in need,” he said. “We came up with the idea when a client reached out to us saying that, essentially, they cannot keep up with it all. They can’t organize all these efforts for help, because they have far too much stuff or far too much of a burden on their shoulders already.” The app works somewhat like social media, but it’s completely private to the user and their select group of trusted individuals.

“You can essentially issue tasks or create posts that other users can claim,” Tolle said. “That would mean that work would be done efficiently — there would be no overlap and everyone would be on the same page. Very little clutter, very little extra stuff to think about.” All three students said they have been interested in technology from a young age and want to build careers in that field. Patch plans to attend Utah State University to study computer science; Tolle said he hopes to attend Georgia Tech; and Price — who is interested in cybersecurity — said he hopes to be accepted at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute.

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By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com A 26-year-old Indianapolis man who Fishers Police Department investigators have identified as an alleged suspect in a 2024 murder case was in critical condition after exchanging gunfire Nov. 6 with FPD officers. According to a news release from FPD, officers served an arrest warrant on Caleb Weis of Indianapolis for five felony charges related to the shooting death of 24-year-old Cameron Doaks. Doaks was killed March 16, 2024, in the 10000 block of Apple Blossom Circle in Fishers. According to the news release, Doaks was found on that date with multiple gunshot wounds and was later pronounced dead at an area hospital. “In the time since the shooting our detectives gathered every piece of evidence, interviewed witnesses, reviewed camera footage from neighboring houses and completed forensic analyses,” the news release stated. “A coordinated plan was put in place to take Weis into custody. Unfortunately, it concluded in an officer-involved shooting.” FPD asked Indiana State Police to investigate the Nov. 6 shooting. ISP released an initial statement noting that the incident happened at about 1 p.m. after FPD identified Weis in a maroon Ford Mustang in the area of 91st Street and Masters Road. “A Fishers police vehicle pulled in behind the Ford Mustang and deployed an immobilization device referred to as a grappler,” ISP stated. “The device … attached to the suspect vehicle. The suspect’s vehicle went off the road into a ditch. The suspect was allegedly armed with a handgun and fired shots toward officers. Officers from the Fishers Police Department discharged their firearms striking the suspect. The suspect fell to the ground at which time officers moved in and provided lifesaving emergency aid. The man was then transported by ambulance to a local hospital in critical condition.” No officer or bystander was injured during the incident.

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Daniel’s Vineyard countersues Town of McCordsville By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

Daniel’s Vineyard owners announced Nov. 11 that they had filed a federal lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana challenging the McCordsville Town Council’s ordinances and enforcement actions primarily related to the business’ concerts. The Town of McCordsville filed a civil lawsuit Sept. 29 in Hancock County Superior Court, alleging that the business repeatedly violated zoning regulations by hosting concerts, and failed to comply with a 2015 agreement to bring its main building into compliance with the town’s architectural standards. In its September court filings, the town states that a 2011 rezone for the vineyard did not allow large-scale concerts. The vineyard’s regular outdoor music events held since that time have led to complaints from neighbors and significant traffic that sometimes impedes emergency vehicles, the town alleged. According to the Nov. 11 announcement from Daniel’s Vineyard, the town’s regulations “unfairly limit its operations as a small, family-owned business.” “We’ve always believed in collaboration and fairness,” the announcement stated. “Our goal is simply to ensure that small businesses are treated consistently and that the rules are applied equally to everyone.” The announcement states that the business owners have made repeated efforts to cooperate, but faced “years of strained communication and restrictive dealings with the town council, including times when direct dialogue was prohibited and all communication was funneled through legal counsel. “This approach, combined with a persistent focus on noise over growth, has stifled innovation and left our team feeling personally targeted rather than valued as local contributors.” Town of McCordsville Manager Tim Gropp said in response to a request for comment that the town had not been formally notified of Daniel’s Vineyard’s legal action and will review it once it has been received.

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By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com The City of Fishers hosted its annual Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 at the Fishers Municipal Center theater with patriotic music, recognition of veterans from World War II through the present and guest speaker Aaron P. Gillison, a Fishers resident and retired U.S. Army colonel. El Ahlwardt, chair of the Fishers Armed Services Commission, kicked off the event by Gillison welcoming those in the audience — comprising veterans and their family members as well as supportive community residents. “This is a time for us to take stock of not only who we are, who we serve, but those that we’ve served with,” he said. “This room is filled with friends and companions who’ve taken oaths of office — who say the Pledge of Allegiance in a different sort of way. I want to thank you all for taking the time to be here and I hope that it’s not only an edifying ceremony for you to listen to and participate in, but that you walk out of here with a feeling that the City of Fishers is a special community because we celebrate patriotism.” Ahlwardt introduced Gillison, who served more than 43 years in combined civilian and military positions before retiring as senior executive service civilian for the office of Defense Finance and Accounting Service at Fort Harrison. Gillison, who also had leadership and financial management roles at the Pentagon and abroad in Egypt, Korea and Bosnia, gave the audience a short history lesson, noting that Veterans Day formerly was called Armistice Day, “where on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, the guns fell silent on the Western Front and the armistice took effect after over 15 million deaths in World War I.” He noted that 4.8 million U.S. service members served in World War I. “The war to end all wars turned out not to be the case, as World War II commenced with Nazi Germany’s aggression in September 1939,” he said. “The United States entered World War

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II after the Empire of Japan attacked the U.S. Pacific fleet at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.” Gillison said it’s important to remember the nation’s military history and noted that soon after World War II came the Korean War, followed by Vietnam and then more recent conflicts and numerous other troop deployments over the years. “I celebrate each and every one who chooses or is selected to serve, because it’s the intestinal fortitude that says, ‘I will go in harm’s way,’” he said. “We may have gotten to uniformed service by different means, as some volunteered and some were drafted — and some had to fight for the opportunity to serve. Think of the Tuskegee Airmen, the Red Tails, who fought for the opportunity to fly and fight in World War II; women for the right to serve in combat arms positions; (and) … Japanese Americans who served while their family members were in detention camps.” Gillison said every veteran is special and every form of service matters, whether they were a cook or in combat. Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness said he hopes veterans in Fishers know how much the community appreciates them — an appreciation marked by events at local schools, special lunches, the Fishers Armed Services Commission and the city’s annual celebration. “I hope today you’re not only proud of each other, but you’re genuinely proud of this community, because, soldiers, you can rest easy — this community certainly has your back,” he said. “Happy Veterans Day.” The event ended with an Armed Forces medley performed by the White River Brass Troupe and distribution of 2025 veterans pins to every veteran in attendance.

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Mayor Scott Fadness, left, and Hamilton Southeastern High School 10th- grade teacher Erin Gastineau. (Photo courtesy of the City of Fishers)

Fishers awards $31K to local teachers news@currentinfishers.com Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness surprised four local teachers Nov. 5 with more than $31,000 through the city’s Educator Innovation Grant program, bringing the funding total to almost $385,000 since the program launched in 2024. The grant program helps educators with Hamilton Southeastern Schools bring innovation to the classroom and inspire students to rethink learning, according to an announcement from the city. Since it launched, 24 grants have been awarded across 13 HSE schools at every grade level. Grants have gone toward new makerspaces; programs that focus on STEM, virtual reality, film, media and English as a New Language; and professional development opportunities for teachers. The new grant recipients are: • Melanie Mullins, a second-grade teacher at Harrison Parkway Elementary. She received $8,590 to fund a K-4 STEM Lab Starter at the elementary school, including purchasing hardware for the lab and supporting professional development opportunities and collaboration among educators. • Shannon Foster, a fourth-grade teacher at Lantern Road Elementary. She received $5,445.69 for the

implementation of a LEGO Learning System to introduce students to foundational STEAM concepts related to creativity and problem solving. • Nicolle Symons, a fifth- and sixthgrade teacher at Fall Creek Intermediate. She received $10,548 to support the creation of a makerspace at the school where students can design, build and explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics, while providing career exploration. • Erin Gastineau, a 10th-grade teacher at Hamilton Southeastern High School. She received $11,700 for “Manikens” for the Human Body Systems course, which helps students prepare for a career in health care. Grants are awarded by a selection committee comprised of former HSE Schools educators, community entrepreneurs and HSE alumni. The City of Fishers has allocated $50,000 from the 2026 budget for continued support of the Educator Innovation Grant program. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and there is no funding cap for project requests. The next round of grants will be awarded in spring 2026. For more, visit FishersIN.gov/ InnovationGrant.

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HSE coach to be inducted into Hall of Fame By David Jacobs david@youarecurrent.com After completing her 20th season at the high school, Hamilton Southeastern girls track and field head coach Julie Alano was pleasantly surprised to learn that she will be inducted into the Indiana Track and Field Hall of Fame next summer. “I was pretty shocked,” she said. “I am just amazed that I have the credentials to be elected to be in it.” Alano and the other 2026 inductees will be inducted June 20 in Terre Haute, with a reception at the Indiana Track and Field and Cross Country Hall of Fame and Induction Ceremonies at the Idle Creek Golf Course Banquet Facilities. A former athlete at Indiana State University, Alano was not necessarily looking for a coaching career upon graduation. She was simply looking for a teaching job, which she found at HSE. She teaches computer science. “Some people go to a school to coach, but I was just happy to have a solid teaching job,” she said. “So, when I got

Julie Alano led the Royals girls track and field team to a runner-up finish last season. (Photo courtesy of Julie Alano)

here and talked to Jim Self, who’s now the athletic director, and filled him in on my background, he said he’d take me as a volunteer (coach).” During her time as head coach, HSE has won one state championship, been

runner-up twice, finished third twice and won 13 sectional and 10 regional titles. Moreover, many of her teams have had impressive finishes at national meets, including a first-place finish in the sprint medley and runner-up showing in the mixed 4x400 relay at the Nike Outdoor Nationals in Eugene, Ore., this summer. Alano was also HSE’s girls’ cross country coach for seven years, leading the team to six semistate appearances. Outside of coaching, she is going on eight years as the coaching clinic director for the Indiana Association of Track and Cross Country Coaches and has been the organization’s president and secretary. “When I first started, I didn’t think I (would be in the Hall of Fame),” Alano said. “I started as a volunteer (coach), and I was just happy to coach. But I remember when the former athletic director here and baseball coach Ken Seitz got inducted into the Hall of Fame, I thought I’d love to be in someday. That’s something that I really aspired for and something that sounded really cool.”

DISPATCHES  Fishers Rotary plans annual gala — The Rotary Club of Fishers will host its 15th annual Water Is Life Charity Ball holiday gala Dec. 5 in a new venue — a decorated, heated, clear-span tent outside the Fishers Municipal Center, 1 Municipal Dr. The fundraising event will include a catered dinner, live and silent auctions, a 14-piece orchestra and signature cocktails. Since 2008, WaterIsLife has funded more than 200 wells in the West African country of Sierra Leone, helping more than 500,000 people gain access to water. The Rotary Club of Fishers hopes to raise more than $200,000 to build 25 to 30 new wells. For tickets and sponsorship information, visit fisherswaterislife.com/charity-ball.  Arts Council seeks new board members — Fishers Arts Council is seeking additional board members to start in 2026. Board applications are available at fishersartscouncil.org/ how-to-help. The deadline to submit an application is Dec. 9.

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New Fishers nonprofit teaches employability skills By David Jacobs david@youarecurrent.com TEAM Fishers, a nonprofit that helps teens with varying abilities transition from high school into the workforce, opened Nov. 10. It is inside Kids Innovative Developmental Services at 10294 E 96th St. in Fishers. TEAM, which stands for Together Employability Aims for More, was created to help individuals develop job and social skills after they turn 18. Speech therapist and founder Shelly King said the idea for the new nonprofit was inspired by a client. King, who also serves on the Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability, knew how important post-high school transition skills and programming are for some people. “I started the nonprofit to have this community-based resource program so that we can fill the needs of individuals with varying abilities,” she said. “Its target audience is really anybody who needs help with social skills, getting ready to go into the workforce after they turn 18 — and a lot of that programming begins a little bit younger.” Katelyn Kudla, the organization’s employability program manager and community liaison, shared several ways TEAM Fishers shapes services for clients. Headlining the programming is a coffee shop — which is staffed by TEAM Fishers clients — inside of KIDS that also opened Nov. 10. The beans are sourced from Geist Coffee, which helped with the training. “(The coffee shop) is one way the pub-

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CICF maps out plan to empower community By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com Since it began in 1997, Central Indiana Community Foundation has expanded its focus from supporting its two founding agencies — the Indianapolis Foundation and the Hamilton County Community Foundation — to providing its own services to the communities of Marion and Hamilton counties and, now, launching its first strategic plan to guide CICF’s mission beyond those borders. President and CEO Jennifer Bartenbach said she launched the strategic planning process after she began her new position with CICF two years ago because she wanted to help the agency further establish its own identity. “That’s what excited me about this role — I was able to create … our strategic plan for the community and redefine central Indiana and what that really means,” she said. “More people live in the eight surrounding counties than in Marion County, and that’s the first time that’s ever really been the case. And so, central Indiana is — we’re defining it as those nine counties — and it’s one of the fastest economic engines in the Midwest.” A large part of the strategic plan, launched this year, focuses on bolstering central Indiana’s nonprofit organizations, which are vital to maintaining their communities. “No matter who’s the political party in office, there’s a breakdown in our

housing sector, there’s a breakdown in our food sector, there is a breakdown in our arts and culture, in our parks, in our trails,” Bartenbach said. “There’s a funding problem that exists, and philanthropy and nonprofits have to fill that gap and that need. When the social service sector can’t meet the needs of our homeless population, of our sick, of all of those, the nonprofits are what come into play and we’re seeing, right now, that it’s even more critical.” She noted that the nonprofit ecosystem in central Indiana is robust — it’s responsible for $44 billion in annual economic activity and employs 10 percent of the region’s private sector. Bartenbach said one part of the strategic plan helped map out how CICF can better facilitate connections throughout the region. “For example, we are working on a survey of food assistance needs in central Indiana that used to be done by the Indy Hunger Network only in Marion County,” she said. “We reached out and said, ‘What would it take to include all nine counties in that?’ Because hunger is a problem in central Indiana, not just in Marion County.” The results will be shared with community foundations in the nine counties to provide valuable data as they decide where to focus resources. The other three sections of CICF’s plan focus on the culture of giving, the nonprofit ecosystem, and people and Continued on Page 11

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Continued from Page 10 potential. Each of the sections has related work plans to, for example, keep philanthropic giving inside of the region; help nonprofit leaders understand that they aren’t competing against each other for donations; and provide technical assistance, advice and training for nonprofit leaders to help them lead more effectively. A new service CICF started this year is what Bartenbach called “office hours,” where nonprofit officials can book an advice session with someone from CICF. She said that so far, about 100 nonprofits have taken advantage of that service. “We ask that (they) register in advance, so that we have an idea of what (they) need, so we have the right staff on hand,” she said. “Is it marketing? Is it accounting? Are you looking for fundraising support?” The top concern has been funding and how to increase donor bases, she said. CICF also reviewed and gave advice about marketing materials and helped some nonprofits adjust their budgets when federal funding was cut. In addition to 1-on-1 meetings, CICF is hosting group office hours to help nonprofits connect and learn from each

other. “That is just a tangible example of what we’re doing right now, while people are feeling lost and trying to figure out where support can come from,” Bartenbach said, adding that CICF just launched a pilot leadership training program for nonprofit executive officers who are new to their leadership roles. “We worked with the Lilly School of Philanthropy to develop a yearlong training … around new executive directors and we brought a big group together. I’m actually sitting on it. One, just to see how it goes. Two, because I’m a new leader. It’s from large nonprofits to smaller nonprofits. It’s men, it’s women — it’s a very diverse group.” Bartenbach stressed that CICF serves central Indiana primarily by providing valuable guidance and helping groups connect with each other so everyone can succeed together. “Regional collaboration attracts more attention from funders,” she said. “It accesses more state and federal resources. There’s a community foundation in every county in the state of Indiana. We’re not trying to be them, right? We know that they’re the experts, but we can help bring them together.” For more, visit cicf.org.

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were Marion County residents. About 60 percent of all respondents were employed, 86 percent lived in a household with at least one wage earner and 6 percent reported they were unemployed. “I don’t think it’s a coincidence that Marion County and surrounding counties have such similar rates of food insecurity,” stated Jennifer Bartenbach, president and CEO of CICF. “We are the most interconnected region in the state. But luckily that also means when we empower more of our neighbors to afford and access healthy food, the entire region prospers. With major funding cuts underway, now is the time for philanthropy to help expand some of that access.” According to the news release, federal funding cuts and freezes stand to worsen trends captured in the survey, placing added strain on low-wage households, the food assistance system and communities. The study’s data will be used to align resources, strengthen provider networks and guide investments. Hoosiers facing food insecurity can use the Community Compass app and website, a food assistance locator in Indiana, which can be found at communitycompass.app. For more, visit indyhunger.org or uwci.org/central-indiana-food-relieffund.

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HSE senior soccer player had memorable prep career By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Hamilton Southeastern High School girls soccer coach Greg Davidson wasn’t surprised senior forward Riley Boyd scored the game-winning goal in the Class 3A state championship final. “She is such an amazing athlete,” Davidson said. “She’s one of my captains. She has been such an amazing leader. She plays with such heart that it was not surprising. We’ve had a couple of goals where we have pressured a goalie or a center back so much that they coughed it up, and that’s another reason why she is a phenomenal forward (because) she takes advantage of those opportunities. She presses so hard and plays so fast that it disrupts defenders and goalies, and that is what happened for her to create that.” Boyd scored the winning goal in the Royals’ 1-0 victory over Carmel Nov. 1 at Carroll Stadium in Indianapolis. It was the first girls soccer state title for the Royals. “Being the one to score the winning goal for the team, coaches and program

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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK MEET RILEY BOYD Favorite athlete: Trinity Rodman. Favorite TV show: “Outer Banks” Favorite movie: “Avatar” Favorite musician: Drake Favorite subject: History was an unforgettable feeling,” Boyd said. “The minutes leading up to the goal required motivation, hard work, positivity and love that each player carried with them, which makes the goal even more special. Being able to be in that situation meant a lot to me and I wouldn’t want to have been surrounded by another group of girls when helping make history.” She said the team had a very tight

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AN EVENTFUL YEAR Fishers Event Center marks first year of sports, entertainment

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com The Fishers Event Center is celebrating its one-year anniversary Nov. 22 with a look back at a successful year of exceeding goals for sports and entertainment events and looking ahead at plans to maintain that momentum into its second year. General Manager Mitch List said the center set an ambitious goal for its first year, with plans to host at least 120 events. It ended up with 125. “If we look from a perspective of touring shows — obviously, opening night Turnpike Troubadours was a pretty special one,” he said, recalling some highlights of the past year. “Having Blake Shelton here was incredible — just such a huge name in the country music space. Also having Megan Moroney, upcoming country music star, selling tons of tickets — that one was phenomenal. We had the two sold-out Leanne Morgan shows. That was our first double show (and) first female comedian in the building. That was great. And then, having the three sports teams play over 60 games in the building. So, really busy on the sports side.” Fishers Event Center is home to the Indy Fuel hockey team, Indy Ignite professional volleyball team and Fishers Freight indoor football team. In addition to all those teams’ home games, the center hosted the Professional Volleyball Federation’s All-Stars match that was broadcast nationally on CBS. PVF has since merged and rebranded as Major League Volleyball. List noted that attendance was strong for local sports teams, particularly the Indy Fuel. “They did very well, especially considering that they were on the road through or up until the first week of December (2024),” he said. “Typically, an ECHL hockey season starts in the middle of October. So, we still played all 36 of their home games here in Fishers but it was a really condensed schedule, which can make it a little harder to sell tickets, certainly. And they still exceeded expectations.” He added that touring shows — the

(Below) Audience members line up to see Nathaniel Ratteliff March 18 at the Fishers Event Center.

(Above) The Indy Ignite professional volleyball team plays its home opener Jan. 11 at the Fishers Event Center. (Photos by Tony Vasquez, courtesy of FEC)

concerts and comedians — also sold well. “I think probably 90 percent of the shows up through the spring were at least like 90 to 95 percent sold out or above — the market responded,” he said. “We’re so thankful that there’s a lot of support in Fishers and Hamilton County and the greater region for the types of shows that we were able to get here.” There was a slowdown over the summer, he said, which is typical. But the

Fishers Freight season ran through July and there were other bookings — like local high school graduations and private events — that kept employees busy until the season picked up again this fall. List, a Fishers resident, said it’s pretty special to have a venue like the Fishers Event Center in the community. “To be able to provide world-class entertainment here, where you don’t have to drive far to go see it or to go to a sporting event … it’s great to have those in

WHAT’S ON DECK In addition to Indy Fuel and Indy Ignite home games, some upcoming Fishers Event Center bookings include the Amy Grant holiday tour Dec. 4, Mudsock basketball games Dec. 19 and the Professional Championship Bull Riders Tour, set for Jan. 10, 2026. FEC General Manager Mitch List said hosting the touring rodeo will

involve building special chutes for the 2,000-pound bulls and adding a thick layer of dirt on the center floor. A little later into 2026 is the Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms concert benefiting Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation, set for Feb. 20. For more, including a schedule and ticket information, visit FishersEventCenter.com.

the marketplace, but also a place for the community to gather,” he said. “We like doing the high school events, especially the local ones, like the Mudsock basketball game. That was a really special one last year. It’s been fun being able to provide world-class entertainment and sporting events, but also still kind of be that gathering place for the city.” To celebrate its first year, FEC has partnered with King Jugg Brewing Co., which created a special Fishers Event Center lager that can be purchased only at the center. “We’ve also got a Fishers Event Center-branded bourbon that will be available Nov. 22, so that’ll be a special one,” he said, “And then we’ll do a good amount of ticket giveaways and deals and things like that for upcoming shows, too — and get some more shows announced.” For more, visit fisherseventcenter. com. ON THE COVER: Blake Shelton performs at the Fishers Event Center March 29. (Photo by Tony Vasquez, courtesy of FEC)

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New home permits are expected to take a seasonal pause as winter approaches. According to a breakdown of new home permits issued in the nine-county Indianapolis region by the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis, new home permits increased 1 percent in September 2025 over September 2024. According to the latest data, 7,911 permits were issued across central Indiana through September 2025 — up slightly from 7,797 during the same period in 2024. Although activity eased slightly this fall, the region continues to outperform broader U.S. housing trends. “After a strong summer, we’re seeing the market take a natural pause as builders recalibrate for the end of the year,” BAGI CEO Chris Hancock stated. “Our members are focusing on delivering quality, well-timed inventory and maintaining disciplined production in response to fluctuating interest rates and affordability pressures.” According to BAGI, a slowdown mirrors broader trends reported by the National Association of Home Builders.

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Builders across central Indiana have focused on strategic pacing and diversification — like quick-move-in and custom homes — designed to meet fluctuating buyer demand. “Permits are an early signal of builder confidence,” Hancock stated. “While national data shows a pause, central Indiana’s consistency demonstrates our market’s underlying strength — supported by population growth, local economic activity and buyers who remain committed to homeownership.” Year-to-date new home permits include 925 in Westfield; 242 in Carmel; 304 in Fishers; 541 in Noblesville; 163 in Zionsville; 331 in Brownsburg; 68 in Lawrence; and 1,218 in Indianapolis. Learn more at BAGI.com/Permits.

Arrive AI opens new HQ news@currentinfishers.com Arrive AI, an autonomous delivery network, has moved into its 30,000-square-foot headquarters in Fishers. According to a news release, the new facility provides space and infrastructure to support the company’s growth. The move from Launch Fishers, 12175 Visionary Way, to 9100 Fall View Dr. was prompted by a hiring program that has seen the company’s employee base grow from six in January to up to 60 by the end of 2025. “This new headquarters isn’t just more space; it’s a launchpad for innovation,” Arrive AI Chief Strategy Officer Neerav Shah stated. “It’s where our teams are already prototyping the next generation of autonomous delivery solutions and building a showroom that will allow partners, investors and the community to experience the future of last-mile delivery firsthand. Talent and

vision are essential, but environment converts potential into performance. The right workspace is a strategic asset, not an expense.” Located next to The Yard, Top Golf and Ikea near I-69, the new headquarters provides room for additional growth. “Fishers has been striving to become a smart, vibrant and entrepreneurial city,” Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness stated. “The recent relocation of Arrive AI’s new headquarters affirms who our city is trying to become. We are thrilled with their success and can’t wait to further partner with them.” The facility provides space for engineers and designers to develop new prototypes, with plans underway for a showroom to showcase how Arrive Points enable secure, autonomous and climate-assisted deliveries at scale. The Arrive AI team moved into the new space late last month. For more, visit arriveai.com.

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First Indiana AC Hotels by Marriott breaks ground news@currentinfishers.com Dora Hospitality, a Fishers-based hotel development and management company, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony Oct. 29 to kick off construction of Indiana’s first AC Hotels by Marriott, which will be built in Fishers. The hotel is expected to open in early 2027 at The Union at Fishers District off 116th Street close to I-69. “My partners and I are proud to be here today to break ground on the first AC by Marriott in the state of Indiana,” Vincent Dora, president at Dora Hospitality, stated in a news release. “We chose Fishers and the Union at Fishers District because of its vibrant location and great amenities that the area has to offer. The AC Hotel will further elevate the area as it will offer a modern hospitality experience that enhances the vibrancy of The Union.” The 135-room hotel will be built on approximately 15,500 square feet of retail space and will feature meeting space, fitness equipment and European-inspired beverage and food offer-

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Carmel dancer ready for second stint as IBC’s Sugar Plum Fairy By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Emily Geon is eager for her second turn as the Sugar Plum Fairy in the Indiana Ballet Conservatory’s presentation of “The Nutcracker.” “I learned that it’s really important to have fun while you are doing it,” said Geon, a Carmel resident who is a high school junior who takes online classes. “I think I was kind of stressed going into the technique part of it last year. This year, I’m trying to focus more on the facial expressions and just having fun making the artistry.” IBC’s production of “The Nutcracker” is set for Nov. 29-30 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Performances are 2 and 7 p.m. Nov. 29 and 1 and 6 p.m. Nov. 30. Geon plays the Sugar Plum role in the afternoon shows. Clara Crane, a Westfield High School junior, plays Sugar Plum in the evening shows. She played Sugar Plum in a special performance in Wabash last year. “This has been my dream role and I’m excited to do it with my IBC family and just to get to perform at the Palladium,” Crane said. Crane, who is in her 14th year as an IBC dancer, said she is trying to improve on last year’s performance. Nora Woloszyn of Brownsburg, a fifth-grader, plays Masha. “I like that we get to dance with the Nutcracker and I like all my costumes and fun ballet moves,” she said. Meredith Drucker, a sixth-grader from Carmel, also has two shows as Masha. “This is my first time dancing en pointe,” she said. “I’m looking forward to dancing with the Nutcracker and my friends.” Isaiah Kubicek, a senior homeschooled student from Batesville, plays the Spanish lead and Arabian Doll. “I’m looking forward to the live mu-

‘TOOTSIE’ From left, IBC dancers Clara Crane, Meredith Drucker, Nora Woloszyn and Emily Geon. (Photos by Mark Ambrogi)

“Tootsie” runs through Nov. 23 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com. FEINSTEIN’S CABARET “Thank You For The Music! An ABBA Party” is set for Nov. 20, followed by “The Magic of David Ranalli” Nov. 21 and country signer Zachariah Smith Nov. 22 at Feinstein’s cabaret at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc. com. ‘DEATH OF A SALESMAN’ Main Street Productions presents “Death of a Salesman” through Nov. 23 at Basile Westfield Playhouse. For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org. ‘FOUR WEDDINGS AND AN ELVIS’ Carmel Community Players presents “Four Weddings and an Elvis” through Nov. 23 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. For more, visit thecat.biz.

From left, IBC dancers Charli Klink, Isaiah Kubicek and Starla Karlsson.

sic with the Carmel Symphony Orchestra,” he said. “Arabian Doll is a very fun role to play.” Kubicek, in his first year with IBC, has performed in “The Nutcracker” with other dance organizations. “I like that it’s a full production. I haven’t done that for five or six years,” he said. Charli Klink, a Westfield resident and online high school freshman, performs as the Spanish lead. She said the most challenging part is learning all the parts of the role and coordination. She is the Spanish lead in the afternoon shows. She also plays the Snow Waltz, Arabian and Young Ladies. Starla Karlsson, a Carmel resident who moved to the U.S. from Sweden when she was 4 years old, has been with IBC for eight years. The online

high school junior is playing the Spanish role for the third time, “I’ve been getting more comfortable with it every year,” Karlsson said. “I’ve been working on connecting with the audience. Alyona Yakovleva, IBC’s founding artistic director, is eager to see how the dancers perform. “Every year, each performance is different because of the cast, the new Mashas, new Sugar Plums,” she said. “With the Carmel Symphony, it’s a completely beautiful experience for the entire community. I think we all try to polish and elevate ‘Nutcracker’ every year to a higher level.” Professional ballet dancer Luis Ocaranza is the guest artist. For more, visit indianaballetconservatory.org.

‘A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS’ “A Motown Christmas” is set for Nov. 20 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org. PEABO BRYSON Peabo Bryson will perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org. ‘WISH YOU WERE HERE’ “Wish You Were Here: The Sight and Sound of Pink Floyd” concert is set for 8 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

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Tuttle concert set for Vogue By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Molly Tuttle’s new album, “So Long Little Miss Sunshine,” is a departure from her bluegrass music. Tuttle, who said she tries to be a chameleon with her music, will perform on “The Highway Knows Tour” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at The Vogue in Indianapolis. “This is my fifth album, so I feel like I’m at the place where I have quite a bit of material for the live shows, which is fun,” Tuttle said. “These shows have been really dynamic. Going on this musical journey that spans from playing bluegrass music around one mic to rocking out a little bit on some of the newer stuff off the new record, which expands into rock, Americana and country a little more.” Tuttle, who plays guitar, toured with Golden Highway for three years. She said they decided to take a break while she released a solo record. “So, it’s a new band lineup and new instrumentation,” she said. “We’re still playing a lot of the Golden Highway material. Some of it we revamped with

Molly Tuttle, who has a condition called alopecia areata, with her many wigs. (Photo courtesy of Ebru Yildiz)

different instruments.” Tuttle and Golden Highway won Grammy Awards for the albums “Crooked Tree” in 2022 and “City of Gold” in 2023. “So Long Little Miss Sunshine” has been nominated for a 2026 Grammy for Best Americana Album. Her song, “That’s Gonna Leave A Mark,” is nominated for Best Americana Performance. Tuttle, 32, has been bald since age 3 year because of an autoimmune condition, alopecia areata. One song on the new album is “Old Me, New Wig.” For more, visit thevogue.com.

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will perform as the voices in Nash’s head. “Nash always said that the reason Ian David Bossung understands the why schizophrenia was so difficult for importance of a live audience for a dehim to parse was that the very voices he veloping production. was hearing when he was having parThe 2014 Carmel High School anoid episodes, those were the graduate will take part in Disvoices that gave him his ideas covering Broadway’s concert of that created some of the greatest “A Beautiful Mind.” The musical math that any of us have ever is based on the book and movseen,” composer-lyricist Zoe ie about mathematical genius Sarnak said. John Forbes Nash. The concert Porter, a 2020 Avon High is set for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at The School graduate and recent InBossung Tobias Theater in Newfields in diana University graduate, perIndianapolis. Discovering Broadway, formed in Discovering Broadway’s “The an incubation process, was founded by Trouble with Dead Boyfriends” in 2024. 2012 CHS graduate Joel Kirk in 2019. “To get to perform in a musical being “It is a great pleasure to be at the workshopped and getting to put that forefront of new theater as writers-dion stage for the writers is so exciting,” rectors start the process of workshopPorter said. “The two people leading the ping,” said Bossung, who performed in show, Derek Klena (Nash) and Krysta a Discovering Broadway concert for the Rodriguez (Alicia Nash), are big in the musical, “The Turning,” in 2022. “This theater industry and community, so I’m is where musicals are living things, and excited to watch them in action right what is needed most is to get them off in front of me and to collaborate with the ground in front of an audience.” them.” Bossung, Alanna Porter, Sophia SandFor more, visit discoveringbroadway. ers-Whiteley and Braylon Gretencord org. By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

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Teams Meeting Bid Opening: Meeting ID: 272 896 001 183 4 Passcode: xR3N2Z4X For special accommodations required for handicapped individuals planning to attend the public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the City of Fishers at (317) 595-3160 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto. In general, the Work shall be completed by State of Indiana certified/qualified Contractor and Subcontractors for the Project and consists of: Intersection Improvement located at 116th Street and Allisonville Road in Hamilton County, Fishers, Indiana. Obtaining the Bidding Document Project Manuals will be available for purchase starting November 12, 2025. Bid Documents and Plans can be obtained digitally from the City of Fishers via QuestCDN at www. questcdn.com Reference Quest Number 9940961. To be considered a plan holder for bids, register with QuestCDN.com for a free Regular membership and download the bidding documents in digital form at a cost of $42.00. 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Value teachers Editor, If we take a look at the past few years at Hamilton Southeastern Schools, it’s easy to identify multiple instances of disrespect toward teachers. Even though the school board has removed the term “microaggression” from the handbook, they can’t remove it from our day-to-day. A microaggression is nothing more than death by a thousand cuts — small instances that slowly snowball into more aggressive disrespect. We are living in that aggressive disrespect. At a time when HSE is boasting accomplishment after accomplishment, out in the world and on LinkedIn, our administration and superintendent did away with Interest-Based Bargaining, stretched out Unfair Labor Practice filings for as long as they could, continually blames past administration instead of taking any accountability, refused to

bargain fully in good faith and have all but ignored the fact that negotiations take both sides. HSEA has informed the public of coercive, bullying tactics used at a table that should be bringing both sides together. It’s insulting and shameful, but by now, it’s no surprise. However, as the proud parent of two HSE students, I am imploring Superintendent Mapes to read the room, turn up the volume, sit down — any of the above. The incredible educators that work within the walls of HSE are the real cause for our accomplishments. The teachers who show up, day after day, despite all of this disrespect, because they care for our kids. That’s who they are here for. Show our teachers their district values them. Alyssa Roberts, Fishers

Treat people with dignity Editor, In his letter of Nov. 4, David M. Trueblood insisted ICE is just doing their job. Not true. Rather than only seeking out illegal immigrants, ICE agents are arresting legal residents, American citizens, law-abiding residents married to U.S. citizens and children. The cruelty is unfathomable, yet these masked men with guns revel in it. Like President Trump, Trueblood claims (without evidence) that immigrants have voted illegally and insists they are all violent criminals. This viewpoint most likely stems from President Trump not knowing the difference between persons seeking asylum and

persons in mental asylums. In fact, these folks are just trying to provide for their families and the jobs they hold in agriculture, hospitality and construction are essential to our economy. We’re now learning that most Americans don’t want those jobs as crops go unharvested, wait staff are in short supply and buildings are left half-finished. Trueblood assumes everyone in Fishers hates brown people, but I believe he is wrong. Hamilton County residents are better than that. We should insist that these people be treated with dignity and respect and allow them their day in court as prescribed in our U.S. Constitution. Anything less is inhumane. Pamela Jackson, Noblesville

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317.850.5114

30 years experience Free home inspection Guaranteed work/referrals Lic. # PC1Q701074

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VISA, MasterCard accepted. Reach 126,986 homes weekly

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WILL DO FALL CLEAN UP WILL DO BOBCAT WORK WILL DO GUTTER CLEAN OUTS

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Furniture, appliances, yard waste, small trees, construction debris, shed & deck removal, miscellaneous junk, and small moves. Firefighter Owned 317-460-4586

Trim/Remove trees & shrubs Building Demolitions Trash Removal & Odd Jobs Painting inside or Outdoors Property Clean Outs FULLY INSURED Text or Call Jay 574-398-2135 shidelerjay@gmail.com www.jayspersonalservices.com

INDY WORK LANDSCAPING LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING Locally Owned and Operated • FALL CLEAN-UP & TRIMMING • LEAF REMOVAL • FERTILIZING • TRIMMING • TREE WORK • MOWING/EDGING • MULCH/WEEDING

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Join our exciting and supportive team serving older adults in a non-franchise, local fitness facility. We are looking for an experienced, part-time trainer with the possibility of moving to full-time. Clients are provided, so there is NO SELLING. BA/BS 4-year or greater degree in exercise related field required. If you have a passion for changing the lives of older adults, you will want to be part of our welcoming environment. Send resume and cover letter to info@motion4lifefitness.com

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f/t; perform religious worship & spiritual function; ThB, BDiv or equiv+5yr related exp OR ThM, Mdiv; Worksite: Zionsville, IN; Resume: Lake Region Conference Association of Seventh-day Adventists @ 19860 S La Grange Rd, Mokena, IL 60448

For pricing e-mail your ad to classifieds@youarecurrent.com

SUBLEASE APARTMENT Sublease apartment available in Carmel until June 2026;

current leaser will not be returning to apartment. Very nice, unfurnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath with fireplace and sunroom within walking distance to Carter Green and Midtown. Base rent is $2100 (not including other fees). If interested, please contact mariatinah889@gmail.com.

YOUR CLASSIFIED AD HERE! Call Dennis O’Malia 317-370-0749

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FREELANCE REPORTERS

Current Publishing is seeking talented freelance reporters to join our team. We’re looking for passionate storytellers who can write compelling articles that bring our local news to life. Requirements: Experience in journalism, a portfolio of published work, excellent writing and communication skills and a strong grasp of journalistic ethics. HOW TO APPLY: Send your resume, a brief cover letter, and a link to your portfolio or writing samples to zach@youarecurrent.com. No phone calls, please. EOE.

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11.18.25 • youarecurrent.com

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