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Posted on: January 31, 2018

Stigma Free Fishers

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In Fishers, we’ve championed this collaborative mental health initiative in an effort to raise awareness of the mental health challenges that exist in our community and ensure that our residents have access to resources that will both prevent cr...

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Posted on: January 31, 2018

Fishers Health Department

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The Fishers Health Department exists to bring a high level of health and safety services to the residents of Fishers. Effective April 2020, the Fishers Health Department will serve residents through:

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Posted on: January 31, 2018

Drive State Road 37

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After years of collaboration between the City of Fishers, City of Noblesville, Hamilton County and Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to address the traffic congestion and public safety challenges along the State Road (SR) 37 corridor, plans are...

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Posted on: September 14, 2022

$1.1 billion in economic development, entertainment projects coming to Fishers

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Fishers City officials announced today more than $1.1 billion in economic and entertainment investments. This is the largest single-day announcement in Fishers’ history. The projects will be presented to the Fishers City Council on Monday, September 19.

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Posted on: July 12, 2022

Maker Playground Awarded ‘Innovation in Design’ by NPRA, Named Host Location for Make48

The Maker Playground, a maker space created and managed by Fishers Parks, was awarded ‘Best Innovation in Design’ by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). The Maker Playground was also recently announced as host of the 2...

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Posted on: April 18, 2022

New Arts & Municipal Complex Design and Programming Unveiled at April City Council Meeting

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The City of Fishers presented the design and programming plans for its new Arts & Municipal Complex this evening to its City Council during a public Work Session. The City sought RFPQs for a new Complex in the fall of 2021 after receiving engineering ...

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Posted on: December 28, 2021

Fishers Health Department Asks Hoosiers to Get Boosters, Expands Hours for Vaccine Clinic

Fishers Health Department announced Monday that it will expand its hours of operation for the Fishers Vaccination Clinic. This move is in direct response to rapidly increasing COVID cases and decreasing hospital and ICU availability. The expanded hours ar...

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Posted on: September 21, 2021

Mayor Scott Fadness Presents 2022 Fishers City Budget to Residents, City Council

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness presented the 2022 Fishers City Budget to residents and the Fishers City Council for the first reading and public hearing last night. The presentation follows several public meetings held since August 2021 to provide details of...

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Posted on: October 16, 2020

Fishers Test Kitchen Announces Pop-Up Concept, One Trick Pony, to Food Line Up

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The Fishers Test Kitchen (FTK), a restaurant accelerator developed by the City of Fishers and Launch Fishers, has announced a pop-up restaurant concept from Chef Neal Brown. One Trick Pony will serve up diner-style burgers and fries as part of the lineup ...

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Posted on: October 1, 2020

Fishers launches Community Wellbeing Survey

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The City of Fishers launched a community-wide Fishers Wellbeing Survey today in an effort to better serve residents’ needs. Mayor Scott Fadness is calling on residents to complete the 10-minute anonymous survey that will measure the wellbeing of...

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Posted on: September 28, 2020

Thrive Social Club launches in Fishers

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A new social club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities has launched in Fishers. The mission of the Thrive Social Club is to connect citizens of all abilities in our community to participate in life enriching social activities. &...

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Posted on: September 23, 2020

FFD Chief Steven Orusa installed as Indiana State Fire Chiefs Association President

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Fishers Fire Chief Steven Orusa has been elected as President of the Indiana State Fire Chiefs Association.  Since its inception in 1926, the Indiana Fire Chiefs Association (IFCA) has worked to promote excellence in Indiana's fire and emergency ...

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Posted on: September 15, 2020

Mayor Fadness appointed to FCC’s Intergovernmental Advisory Committee

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The City of Fishers announced today that Mayor Scott Fadness has been appointed to the Federal Communications Commission’s Intergovernmental Advisory Committee (IAC). In this role, Mayor Fadness gives the Fishers community a stronger voice regar...

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Posted on: September 15, 2020

Fishers Test Kitchen Announces Call Out for Next Round of Restaurant Entrepreneurs

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The Fishers Test Kitchen, a restaurant accelerator developed by the City of Fishers and Launch Fishers, is seeking applicants interested in developing a new restaurant concept for the food hall serving the Sun King Innovation Brewery at The Yard at Fisher...

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Posted on: September 8, 2020

Fishers Earns AAA Bond Rating from S&P Global Ratings, Recognizes Fishers’ Fiscally Conservative Pol

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Today, the City of Fishers announced the S&P Global Ratings report qualifying Fishers’ credit rating as AAA, the highest possible rating for a municipality. The AAA rating not only signals to creditors that Fishers’ fiscally conser...

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Posted on: September 3, 2020

Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness Launches Challenge to 500 Residents to Undergo Interrupting Racism Train

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Today, Mayor Scott Fadness launched a challenge to Fishers residents to begin a series of efforts to dismantle racism in our community. As its first priority, the City of Fishers has committed to sponsoring 500 residents to undergo Interrupting Racism tra...

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Posted on: August 10, 2020

Fishers Launches New Lifestyle Blog

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The City of Fishers has announced today the launch of its new lifestyle blog site, ThisIsFishers.com.

The site is the official blog of the city that embodies what it means to be uniquely Fishers. The new blog showcases how we live, work, learn, and play in...

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Posted on: August 3, 2020

Fishers Arts & Culture Commission Approves Art Funding, Outlines Priorities

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The Fishers Arts & Culture Commission, established in 2019, approved several new art projects for several locations in the Nickel Plate Cultural District. The Commission received $460,853 for projects from the City of Fishers and plan to use $375,000 ...

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Posted on: June 24, 2020

Carmel-based Round Room Holdings, Inc. Moving Headquarters to Fishers, Acquiring Former Roche Buildi

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Round Room Holdings, Inc., the privately held company owning several businesses in the wireless retail space and ancillary markets, announces today it is relocating its Carmel corporate headquarters to Fishers. The company acquired the former Roche campus...

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Posted on: June 19, 2020

Fishers Health Department adds free COVID-19 testing for children, ages 12-17

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Today, the Fishers Health Department announced it is expanding its free COVID-19 testing to all residents aged 12 and up. The FHD COVID-19 testing program, which was launched in April, has tested more than 3,000 residents.Parents and guardians may begin s...

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Posted on: June 8, 2020

Mayor Scott Fadness Appoints Monica Heltz as Public Health Director, Administrator of the Fishers He

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Mayor Scott Fadness announced his appointment of Monica Heltz, DNP, MPH, APRN as Public Health Director the Fishers Health Department. The Fishers Health Department Board approved the hire and appointment of Heltz at its last board meeting.In her role as ...

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Posted on: June 3, 2020

City of Fishers launches Fishers Connect App

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The City of Fishers has launched a new mobile app to provide residents with a one-stop-shop for City services. The Fishers Connect app provides an easy way for residents to report non-emergency issues within the community related to City maintained roadwa...

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Posted on: May 20, 2020

Memorial Day in Fishers

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The City of Fishers invites residents to join a virtual, day-long remembrance of our fallen heroes this Memorial Day, May 25. The City’s annual in-person ceremony has been cancelled due to COVID-19.The event includes:Virtual Ceremony Th...

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Posted on: April 23, 2020

Mayor Fadness Outlines Testing Access, Economic Recovery Plan in response to COVID-19

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness announced his plan to lead Fishers through a bold agenda to support the health and economic recovery of Fishers in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic. The $2.5 million Fishers Recovery Plan will launch COVID-19 testing fo...

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Posted on: March 30, 2020

The Indiana IoT Lab Celebrates 2nd Anniversary and Release of State of IoT Report 2020

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The Indiana IoT Lab is hosting a virtual gathering on Tuesday, March 31st at 2 p.m. to celebrate its second-anniversary and release of the State of IoT 2020 report. The Fishers-based lab will publish the 102-page report analyzing Indiana’s tech ...

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Posted on: March 30, 2020

The Indiana IoT Lab Celebrates 2nd Anniversary and Release of State of IoT Report 2020

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The Indiana IoT Lab is hosting a virtual gathering on Tuesday, March 31st at 2 p.m. to celebrate its second-anniversary and release of the State of IoT 2020 report. The Fishers-based lab will publish the 102-page report analyzing Indiana’s tech ...

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Posted on: March 18, 2020

Fishers Issues Temporary Stay for Solicitation Permits

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness issued a temporary stay on all permitted solicitations within city limits. This action includes business-related solicitors only and is intended to reduce the number of people interacting with each other to slow the spread of C...

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Posted on: March 16, 2020

Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness Declares Local Disaster Emergency, Travel Advisory Watch

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness announced today the declaration of a local disaster emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Fadness executed Executive Order No. 1 effective March 17, 2020.

“As more information comes available, it&rs...

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Posted on: March 5, 2020

City of Fishers celebrates community volunteers at fourth-annual City of Service Awards

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The City of Fishers hosted its fourth annual City of Service Awards last night to recognize the dedicated volunteers who have donated their time and talent to the Fishers community.

Last night’s award winners included:

  • Fishers Parks & Recreati...
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Posted on: February 20, 2020

Fishers celebrates Disability Awareness Month in March

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The City of Fishers and Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability will host their fourth annual, month-long celebration of National Disability Awareness Month in March. The celebration, presented by Conner Prairie and Fishers YMCA, strives to bring awarene...

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Posted on: January 21, 2020

Fishers Test Kitchen welcomes new southern comfort food concept from King Dough Pizza owners

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Southern-inspired comfort food will be on the menu beginning next month when Fishers Test Kitchen and partners Sun King Brewing open their doors at the new culinary complex, The Yard at Fishers District.

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Posted on: November 1, 2019

Fishers Mental Health Inter-Faith Committee Launches Fishers Cares, a Network of Support for Mental

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The Fishers Mental Health Initiative inter-faith committee announced today a new program to benefit those who seek help in their mental health journey. Fishers Cares is a collaborative program that spans several inter-faith places of worship and businesse...

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Posted on: October 7, 2019

Fishers residents can now buy groceries and renew their vehicle registration at Kroger

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Making your grocery list for next week? If your vehicle registration is due soon or you need to print a copy of your driving record make sure to add those items to your list! The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) and Kroger have partnered to bring a ...

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Posted on: September 16, 2019

Fishers ranked #3 in MONEY’s 10 Best Places to Live 2019

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Fishers is one of the best places to lives in America, according to MONEY’s Top 10 Best Places to Live 2019. MONEY unveiled its annual list earlier today, ranking Fishers as number 3—the only Indiana city to make the top 10.

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Posted on: September 4, 2019

‘Turquoise Table’ movement comes to Hamilton County

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Don’t be surprised if you see strangers gathering around a blue table to socialize and play games together. That’s because the Turquoise Table movement, a national project to create community among residents and visitors, is here in Hamilton County with t...

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Posted on: August 29, 2019

Hear the Sweet Sound of Blues at the NPD AMP

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End the summer with Fishers Blues Fest, a Fishers Labor Day tradition! The free, two-night event includes performances by renowned local and national blues artists. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., no tickets required.Friday, August 30

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Posted on: July 9, 2019

Fishers hosts first Arts Crawl of the summer next week in partnership with Fishers Arts Council

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The Fishers Arts Crawl returns on Friday, July 19, with an evening of art, music, and shopping in downtown Fishers. Stroll through the Nickel Plate District—recently designated as a Statewide Cultural District—and enjoy local ...

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Posted on: May 20, 2019

City of Fishers hosts second-annual Spark!Fishers festival June 28 & 29

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The second-annual Spark!Fishers festival, ignited by First Internet Bank, returns June 28 and 29 to the Nickel Plate District in the heart of downtown Fishers. The celebration is packed full of family-favorites and Independence Day traditions, while showc...

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Posted on: May 1, 2019

Fishers Dedicates Month of May to Mental Health Awareness

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Today, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness proclaimed the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The proclamation kicks off a month-long campaign that will continue the efforts of the Mental Health Initiative in making Fishers a community that embraces me...

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Posted on: April 26, 2019

Statement from Mayor Scott Fadness on HSE School Board Discrimination Policy

Although I recognize and respect the division of authority between our school system and city government, I cannot abdicate my role as a community leader. Our community continues to be viewed and recognized as one of the best cities in the nation to live ...

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Posted on: April 16, 2019

City of Fishers Releases Call for Applications for Fishers Test Kitchen Restaurant Accelerator

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The City of Fishers today launched a search for chefs who will become the first occupants of its restaurant accelerator, the Fishers Test Kitchen. The accelerator, the first in the state, will open this fall within the new Sun King Brewing in The Yard at ...

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Posted on: April 8, 2019

Jason Taylor named City of Fishers Engineering Director

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Today, Mayor Scott Fadness announced Jason Taylor will succeed Jeff Hill, who announced his departure from the City of Fishers in March after nearly seven years as engineering director. Taylor is a former assistant director of engineering at the City of F...

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Posted on: March 25, 2019

City of Fishers to celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day on Friday

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The City of Fishers —a Commemorative Partner of the Vietnam War Commemoration—will celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day with a free public ceremony on Friday, March 29. The ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. at Liberty Plaza in front of Fishers Ci...

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Posted on: March 18, 2019

Fishers Selected as Finalist for RWJF Culture of Health Prize

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Today, Fishers announced it was chosen as a finalist for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Culture of Health Prize. As a 2019 finalist, Fishers is one step closer to the national Prize which honors communities that are bringing partners together a...

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Posted on: March 7, 2019

First Internet Bank announced as presenting sponsor for Spark!Fishers 2019

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The City of Fishers has announced First Internet Bank as the presenting sponsor for the second-annual Spark!Fishers festival this summer. After a successful debut in 2018, the community-led festival will return to the Nickel Plate District with a weekend-...

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Posted on: February 28, 2019

City of Fishers Opens City Services Building

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The City of Fishers will open the City Services Building (3 Municipal Drive) effective Friday, March 1, 2019. Housed in the former Fishers Police Station, the City Services Building will now offer a one-stop-shop for residents who need to conduct business...

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Posted on: February 25, 2019

Fishers to celebrate National Disability Awareness Month in March

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The City of Fishers and Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability will kick off their annual celebration of National Disability Awareness Month this Friday. The month-long celebration, presented by Conner Prairie, strives to bring awareness to what life is...

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Posted on: February 18, 2019

Resident Input Showcased as Draft Nickel Plate Trail Master Plan Unveiled

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FISHERS, IND. -- Fishers City Council and City leadership were joined by over two hundred community members as members of the committee presented the Nickel Plate Trail Master Plan 2040 to the public. The development of the Master Plan began in September ...

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Posted on: December 18, 2018

Fishers announces members of inaugural Arts & Culture Commission

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The City of Fishers announced today the newly appointed members of the inaugural Fishers Arts & Culture Commission. The Commission will become effective in January.

In August, Fishers City Council adopted an ordinance to create the Commission to facili...

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Posted on: December 7, 2018

Fishers’ Nickel Plate District receives Statewide Cultural District designation

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The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) Board has voted to officially designate the City of Fishers’ Nickel Plate District as a Statewide Cultural District. The designation was approved at today’s IAC Quarterly Business Meeting.

The City of Fishers applied for t...

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Posted on: November 15, 2018

One-of-a-Kind Makerspace, Design Center to Build in Fishers, Boost Trade Entrepreneurship

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Hub and Spoke founder David Decker, president of OnPoint Real Estate Solutions Travis Tucker, and Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness announced today the City’s latest partnership to foster entrepreneurship and early workforce development. Partners Decker and Tuc...

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Posted on: September 20, 2018

City of Fishers named Emerging Arts Champion of the Year by Nickel Plate Arts

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The City of Fishers was recognized at last week’s Nickel Plate Arts Awards as the Emerging Arts Champion of the Year. This honor is awarded annually to an individual or entity that supports local arts and artists through collaboration, promotion...

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Posted on: September 18, 2018

Fishers Planning Committee Announces Community Effort to Solicit Ideas for New Kind of Public Space

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As the City of Fishers gears up to transform the Nickel Plate Railroad into a whole new kind of public space, the Fishers Nickel Plate Trail Master Planning Committee invites the public to participate in the planning process, to join in the conversation a...

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Posted on: August 9, 2018

Team selected to design one-of-a-kind experience along Nickel Plate Trail

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The City of Fishers’ Nickel Plate Trail Master Planning Committee is excited to announce the selection of NBBJ and Ex2 Partners, who will work collaboratively to facilitate a master plan for a unique experience along the Nickel Plate Trail from 96th Stree...

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Posted on: August 2, 2018

Fishers Entrepreneur Steve Cage Donates $63,000 to Fishers Parks Foundation

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Fishers Parks & Recreation and the Fishers Parks Foundation announced today the donation of $63,000 from Steve Cage, a Fishers resident and entrepreneur. As an avid pickleball player, Cage’s donation will pay for the addition of two challeng...

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Posted on: June 18, 2018

Hageman Group Proposes New Tech Park Gateway Building in Partnership with the City of Fishers

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Hageman Group Proposes New Tech Park Gateway Building in Partnership with the City of Fishers

May 30, 2018 (FISHERS, IND.) – The Hageman Group, in partnership with the City of Fishers, today announced its intent to build a Class-A multi-story office buildi...

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Posted on: May 31, 2018

Federal Surface Transportation Board Grants Nickel Plate Rail Line Owners Permission to Pursue Rail

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The Federal Surface Transportation Board today issued its decision granting the owners of the Nickel Plate Rail, the Cities of Fishers and Noblesville and Hamilton County, with the ability to convert the Nickel Plate Rail into a pedestrian trail pursuant ...

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Posted on: May 30, 2017

Mayor Fadness Plans 70-Acre Waterfront Park at Geist Reservoir

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May 30, 2017 (FISHERS, IND.) – Mayor Scott Fadness announced plans today to invest in a 70-acre waterfront park at Geist Reservoir. The park will be developed at the last-remaining undeveloped parcel of the 1,900 acre reservoir, located approxim...

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Posted on: October 20, 2020

Fishers Health Department Opens State Testing Access for COVID-19, Adds Evening and Saturday Hours

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The Fishers Health Department (FHD), in coordination with the Indiana Department of Health, has opened additional COVID-19 testing capacity at its testing site located at 3 Municipal Drive. Fishers residents will continue to have access to the Fishers Hea...

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Posted on: July 2, 2020

Fishers Health Department Releases First-in-State City-Specific COVID Data Dashboard

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Today, the Fishers Health Department released an updated COVID-19 dashboard, inclusive of all test results and deaths for Fishers residents. Residents may access this information at FHD’s COVID-19 page at fishers.in.us/coronavirus. Since the beg...

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Posted on: June 19, 2020

Fishers Health Department adds free COVID-19 testing for children, ages 12-17

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Today, the Fishers Health Department announced it is expanding its free COVID-19 testing to all residents aged 12 and up. The FHD COVID-19 testing program, which was launched in April, has tested more than 3,000 residents.Parents and guardians may begin s...

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Posted on: May 11, 2020

City of Fishers awards $505,000 in loans to Fishers Businesses to Support Start-Up Operations

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The City of Fishers, through the Build Fishers Foundation, awarded $505,000 in low-interest loans to Fishers small businesses on Friday, May 8.

"Fishers’ small businesses are the lifeblood of our community," said Fishers Mayor Scott Fad...

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Posted on: April 23, 2020

Mayor Fadness Outlines Testing Access, Economic Recovery Plan in response to COVID-19

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness announced his plan to lead Fishers through a bold agenda to support the health and economic recovery of Fishers in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic. The $2.5 million Fishers Recovery Plan will launch COVID-19 testing fo...

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Posted on: April 27, 2020

Fishers’ Start-Up and Recovery Loan Program Launches Today

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Today, the City of Fishers released the application for its small business Start-Up and Recovery Loan program. Loan applications will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 2.“Small businesses are at the heart of what makes Fishers a vi...

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Posted on: March 16, 2020

Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness Declares Local Disaster Emergency, Travel Advisory Watch

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness announced today the declaration of a local disaster emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Fadness executed Executive Order No. 1 effective March 17, 2020.

“As more information comes available, it&rs...

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Posted on: March 18, 2020

Fishers Issues Temporary Stay for Solicitation Permits

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness issued a temporary stay on all permitted solicitations within city limits. This action includes business-related solicitors only and is intended to reduce the number of people interacting with each other to slow the spread of C...

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Posted on: April 20, 2020

Fishers Farmers' Market returns May 2

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The Fishers Farmers’ Market, hosted by Fishers Parks and presented by IU Health Saxony, will kick off the 2020 season with an online market beginning Saturday, May 2, in response to COVID-19. During this challenging time, it is more important th...

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Posted on: April 16, 2020

Fishers AgriPark gears up to open this summer

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Preparations are underway at the Fishers AgriPark, located at 113th Street and Florida Road, as the Fishers Parks team gears up for a summer opening.As one of the nation’s largest urban farms, the Fishers AgriPark pays homage to Fishers&rsqu...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

Mayor Fadness announces Ross Hilleary as new Director of Planning & Zoning

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Mayor Scott Fadness announced Ross Hilleary as the new Director of Planning & Zoning. Formerly the department’s Assistant Director, Hilleary will lead the day-to-day operations and implementation and special initiatives for long-range planni...

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Posted on: September 1, 2023

Miebach Consulting Selects Fishers for North American Headquarters

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Today, executives from Miebach Consulting announced their plans to relocate their headquarters to Fishers, Indiana. The firm currently employs 46 employees in North America and has headquarter offices in Indianapolis, Ind. and Montreal, Quebec, Canada. As...

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Posted on: August 29, 2023

Fall fun in Fishers kicks off Labor Day weekend

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The City of Fishers, Fishers Parks and community partners debut a fall lineup full of community favorites, including the family-friendly Blues Fest and AgriPark Fall Festival, a reimagined Boo Bash, Glow in the Park, and the annual Headless Horseman at Co...

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Posted on: August 28, 2023

Fishers Health Department launches Restaurant Grading Scale

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The Fishers Health Department has launched a Retail Food Inspection Grading System for Fishers restaurants. As the second municipality in the state to implement this protocol, the system showcases the Fishers Health Department’s commitment to pr...

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Posted on: August 3, 2023

Mayor Fadness announces Hatem Mekky as new Director of Engineering

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The City of Fishers has announced Hatem Mekky as the new Director of Engineering. Formerly the department’s assistant director, Mekky will take over the department’s day-to-day operations and immediately lead major upcoming initiatives...

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Posted on: July 31, 2023

Russell Dickerson Live in Concert in Fishers

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MOKB Presents and The Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (NPD AMP) in Fishers today announced Russell Dickerson live in concert on Sunday, September 10, 2023 along with special guest David J. Tickets for the Russell Dickerson show go on sale this...

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Posted on: July 13, 2023

HSE Board of School Trustees, Fishers City Council Overwhelmingly Endorse Proposed School Operating

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Hamilton Southeastern Schools (HSE) and the Fishers City Council approved joint resolutions Wednesday night in support of a proposed November school district operating referendum that is expected to reduce the cost of the referendum for homeowners by near...

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Posted on: June 27, 2023

80 Days Out: What's New for the 2023 Geist Half Marathon & 5K

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Fishers is counting down the days to the 2023 Geist Half Marathon & 5K, with just 80 days until the popular race on Saturday, September 16.  The Geist Half Marathon & 5K is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. Vis...

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Posted on: June 16, 2023

Pure Pharmacy Expanding to Fishers, Plans 50 New, High-Paying Jobs by 2027

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Today, Pure Pharmacy executives announced their plans to expand to Fishers, Indiana, including investing more than $2.5 million in capital and increasing their employee count by 50 by the end of 2027 to grow their capacity. The new jobs will focus on the ...

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Posted on: June 15, 2023

HighGround and Rebar Development Reimagine South Street in Downtown Fishers, Annex Group Selects New

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The City of Fishers announced today, a new vision coming to Downtown Fishers’ South Street. HighGround, a subsidiary of Carmel-based Hageman focused on age-restricted, active lifestyle developments, and Rebar Development, a Fishers-based develop...

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Posted on: June 13, 2023

Fishers Community Center at Johnson Farms coming to Hoosier Road

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The City of Fishers announced today its plans to build the 105,000-square-foot recreation-focused Fishers Community Center at Johnson Farms on Hoosier Road near 121st Street. 

“As we strive to build a culture of health in our community, a vital co...

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Posted on: June 12, 2023

City of Fishers hosts annual Spark!Fishers celebration June 20-24

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The annual Spark!Fishers festival returns with a weeklong celebration in Fishers’ downtown Nickel Plate District happening Tuesday, June 20 through Saturday, June 24. With exciting ways for the community to celebrate each day, the patriotic fest...

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

Fishers launches letter writing campaign for community time capsule

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The City of Fishers invites the community to share the story of Fishers with future residents through a letter writing campaign, kicking off today and running through Friday, June 30. Letters will be placed inside a time capsule in the new Arts &...

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Posted on: May 19, 2023

City of Fishers Seeks Community Feedback for Fishers White River Park, Trails & Greenways Initiative

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The City of Fishers announced today community initiatives to seek public input on the new Fishers White River Park and plans to develop a better-connected network of trails and greenways throughout Fishers. Residents and community stakeholders are invited...

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Posted on: May 2, 2023

Partnership Prioritizes Firefighter Health and Cancer Screening in Fishers

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Fishers Fire and Emergency Services, Community Health Network and GRAIL have united to address the increased risk of cancer in firefighters. The partnership will provide Fishers’ fire men and women access to the Galleri test, an early detection cancer scr...

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Posted on: April 13, 2023

Spring construction underway in Fishers

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The City of Fishers’ Engineering and Department of Public Works teams are gearing up for a busy season of roadway and trail improvements to enhance safety and connectivity for motorists and pedestrians.

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Fishers invites youth to engage with local government through Citizen Academies

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Fishers youth are invited to explore the inner workings of local government through the City’s annual Mayor’s Youth Academy, the Fishers Police Department Teen Academy, and the new Fishers Health Department Teen Academy. Registration i...

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Posted on: April 11, 2023

Spark!Fishers returns with weeklong celebration this summer

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The annual Spark!Fishers festival returns to Fishers’ Nickel Plate Cultural District this summer. Kicking off on Tuesday, June 20, and running through Saturday, June 24, the weeklong festival will offer different ways for the community to celebrate each d...

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

Spring in Fishers features fun for all ages

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Spring is right around the corner, and the City of Fishers and Fishers Parks are gearing up for a season of outdoor adventures and favorite community traditions. The spring event and programming lineup includes:

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Posted on: March 21, 2023

Fishers announces plan for revitalizing Allisonville Road Corridor

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The City of Fishers announced the findings from the Allisonville Road Corridor Study and its plan for revitalizing the heavily-traveled corridor in west Fishers. Plans are underway to implement road and walkability improvements, boost greenspace, and enco...

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

CRG Residential, City of Fishers Break Ground on $135 Million Development At 96th St & Allisonville

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CRG Residential and the City of Fishers officially broke ground today on a $135 million mixed-use project at the northwest corner of 96th Street and Allisonville Road. The River Place development includes a premium apartment community, for-sale townhomes,...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

City of Fishers announces recipients for 2023 Neighborhood Vibrancy Grant

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The City of Fishers announced today the recipients of the 2023 Neighborhood Vibrancy Grant Program, a matching grant program that provides funding for creative and innovative ideas that make Fishers a more beautiful place to live.   The ...

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Posted on: January 31, 2023

Fishers Arts & Culture Commission Awards $50,750 in Community Grants

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The Fishers Arts & Culture Commission (FACC) announced today the grantees for its 2023 Fishers Arts & Culture Grant program, with nine local organizations awarded $50,750 in funding. The grant is focused on local nonprofits and organizations that ...

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Posted on: January 10, 2023

Fishers announces celebration for MLK Day and National Day of Service

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The City of Fishers will expand its annual MLK Day celebration in 2023 with a community-wide food drive on January 16. In addition, the City will host volunteer opportunities throughout the holiday weekend to encourage residents to give ...

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Posted on: November 15, 2022

Shop Fishers & Giving Tuesday celebrations return this month

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The City of Fishers’ annual small business celebration returns this holiday season with the Shop Fishers: Holiday Series, kicking off on Small Business Saturday, November 26, and running through December 31. This year’s celebr...

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Posted on: November 1, 2022

City of Fishers Opens 2023 Grant Applications

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The City of Fishers is now accepting applications its 2023 grant programs, including the Fishers Arts & Culture Commission Grant and the Neighborhood Vibrancy Grant. Fishers’ grant programs aim to cultivate creativity, vibrancy, and a sense of place w...

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Posted on: August 1, 2022

Fishers City Hall closes August 1 ahead of demolition, City operations to move to City Services Buil

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The City of Fishers closes Fishers City Hall (1 Municipal Drive) today, Monday, August 1 in preparation for the construction of the new arts center and city hall, set to open in spring 2024.  The City Services Building (3 Munici...

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Posted on: April 22, 2022

City of Fishers announces Mayoral-Appointed Members for Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability

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The City of Fishers has announced the nine Mayoral-appointed members of the newly codified Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability. 

The committee will further assist the City’s efforts of becoming a community where persons of all abili...

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Posted on: April 18, 2022

New Arts & Municipal Complex Design and Programming Unveiled at April City Council Meeting

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The City of Fishers presented the design and programming plans for its new Arts & Municipal Complex this evening to its City Council during a public Work Session. The City sought RFPQs for a new Complex in the fall of 2021 after receiving engineering ...

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Posted on: February 17, 2022

CRG Residential Proposes $98 Million Development At 96th Street and Allisonville Road, Donates 25 Ac

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CRG Residential announced today a $98 million mixed-use project at the northwest corner of 96th Street and Allisonville Road. The project will include multi-family, townhomes, and commercial retail space situated next to the recently announced 98-acre par...

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Posted on: September 21, 2021

Mayor Scott Fadness Presents 2022 Fishers City Budget to Residents, City Council

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness presented the 2022 Fishers City Budget to residents and the Fishers City Council for the first reading and public hearing last night. The presentation follows several public meetings held since August 2021 to provide details of...

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Posted on: October 20, 2020

Fishers Health Department Opens State Testing Access for COVID-19, Adds Evening and Saturday Hours

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The Fishers Health Department (FHD), in coordination with the Indiana Department of Health, has opened additional COVID-19 testing capacity at its testing site located at 3 Municipal Drive. Fishers residents will continue to have access to the Fishers Hea...

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Posted on: October 16, 2020

Fishers Test Kitchen Announces Pop-Up Concept, One Trick Pony, to Food Line Up

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The Fishers Test Kitchen (FTK), a restaurant accelerator developed by the City of Fishers and Launch Fishers, has announced a pop-up restaurant concept from Chef Neal Brown. One Trick Pony will serve up diner-style burgers and fries as part of the lineup ...

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Posted on: October 1, 2020

Fishers launches Community Wellbeing Survey

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The City of Fishers launched a community-wide Fishers Wellbeing Survey today in an effort to better serve residents’ needs. Mayor Scott Fadness is calling on residents to complete the 10-minute anonymous survey that will measure the wellbeing of...

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Posted on: September 28, 2020

Thrive Social Club launches in Fishers

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A new social club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities has launched in Fishers. The mission of the Thrive Social Club is to connect citizens of all abilities in our community to participate in life enriching social activities. &...

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Posted on: September 23, 2020

FFD Chief Steven Orusa installed as Indiana State Fire Chiefs Association President

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Fishers Fire Chief Steven Orusa has been elected as President of the Indiana State Fire Chiefs Association.  Since its inception in 1926, the Indiana Fire Chiefs Association (IFCA) has worked to promote excellence in Indiana's fire and emergency ...

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Posted on: September 15, 2020

Mayor Fadness appointed to FCC’s Intergovernmental Advisory Committee

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The City of Fishers announced today that Mayor Scott Fadness has been appointed to the Federal Communications Commission’s Intergovernmental Advisory Committee (IAC). In this role, Mayor Fadness gives the Fishers community a stronger voice regar...

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Posted on: September 15, 2020

Fishers Test Kitchen Announces Call Out for Next Round of Restaurant Entrepreneurs

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The Fishers Test Kitchen, a restaurant accelerator developed by the City of Fishers and Launch Fishers, is seeking applicants interested in developing a new restaurant concept for the food hall serving the Sun King Innovation Brewery at The Yard at Fisher...

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Posted on: September 8, 2020

Fishers Earns AAA Bond Rating from S&P Global Ratings, Recognizes Fishers’ Fiscally Conservative Pol

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Today, the City of Fishers announced the S&P Global Ratings report qualifying Fishers’ credit rating as AAA, the highest possible rating for a municipality. The AAA rating not only signals to creditors that Fishers’ fiscally conser...

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Posted on: September 3, 2020

Mayor Fadness Launches Challenge to 500 Residents to Undergo Interrupting Racism Training

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Today, Mayor Scott Fadness launched a challenge to Fishers residents to begin a series of efforts to dismantle racism in our community. As its first priority, the City of Fishers has committed to sponsoring 500 residents to undergo Interrupting Racism tra...

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Posted on: August 10, 2020

Fishers Launches New Lifestyle Blog

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The City of Fishers has announced the launch of its new lifestyle blog site, ThisIsFishers.com.

The site is the official blog of the city that embodies what it means to be uniquely Fishers. The new blog showcases how we live, work, learn, and play in our c...

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Posted on: August 3, 2020

Fishers Arts & Culture Commission Approves Art Funding, Outlines Priorities

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The Fishers Arts & Culture Commission, established in 2019, approved several new art projects for several locations in the Nickel Plate Cultural District. The Commission received $460,853 for projects from the City of Fishers and plan to use $375,000 ...

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Posted on: July 21, 2020

Fishers AgriPark to open to the public this month

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The highly anticipated Fishers AgriPark opens to the public Tuesday, July 28. Visitors of all ages will be immersed in a working farm and learn about current farming practices and the innovations needed to feed our world. Once ready for harvest, the foods...

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Posted on: July 2, 2020

Fishers Health Department Releases First-in-State City-Specific COVID Data Dashboard

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Today, the Fishers Health Department released an updated COVID-19 dashboard, inclusive of all test results and deaths for Fishers residents. Residents may access this information at FHD’s COVID-19 page at fishers.in.us/coronavirus. Since the beg...

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Posted on: June 24, 2020

Carmel-based Round Room Holdings, Inc. Moving Headquarters to Fishers, Acquiring Former Roche Buildi

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Round Room Holdings, Inc., the privately held company owning several businesses in the wireless retail space and ancillary markets, announces today it is relocating its Carmel corporate headquarters to Fishers. The company acquired the former Roche campus...

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Posted on: June 19, 2020

Fishers Health Department adds free COVID-19 testing for children, ages 12-17

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Today, the Fishers Health Department announced it is expanding its free COVID-19 testing to all residents aged 12 and up. The FHD COVID-19 testing program, which was launched in April, has tested more than 3,000 residents.Parents and guardians may begin s...

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Posted on: June 8, 2020

Mayor Scott Fadness Appoints Monica Heltz as Public Health Director, Administrator of the Fishers He

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Mayor Scott Fadness announced his appointment of Monica Heltz, DNP, MPH, APRN as Public Health Director the Fishers Health Department. The Fishers Health Department Board approved the hire and appointment of Heltz at its last board meeting.In her role as ...

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Posted on: June 3, 2020

City of Fishers launches Fishers Connect App

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The City of Fishers has launched a new mobile app to provide residents with a one-stop-shop for City services. The Fishers Connect app provides an easy way for residents to report non-emergency issues within the community related to City maintained roadwa...

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Posted on: May 20, 2020

Memorial Day in Fishers

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The City of Fishers invites residents to join a virtual, day-long remembrance of our fallen heroes this Memorial Day, May 25. The City’s annual in-person ceremony has been cancelled due to COVID-19.The event includes:Virtual Ceremony Th...

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Posted on: May 11, 2020

City of Fishers awards $505,000 in loans to Fishers Businesses to Support Start-Up Operations

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The City of Fishers, through the Build Fishers Foundation, awarded $505,000 in low-interest loans to Fishers small businesses on Friday, May 8.

"Fishers’ small businesses are the lifeblood of our community," said Fishers Mayor Scott Fa...

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Posted on: April 27, 2020

Fishers’ Start-Up and Recovery Loan Program Launches Today

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Today, the City of Fishers released the application for its small business Start-Up and Recovery Loan program. Loan applications will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 2.“Small businesses are at the heart of what makes Fishers a vi...

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Posted on: April 23, 2020

Mayor Fadness Outlines Testing Access, Economic Recovery Plan in response to COVID-19

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness announced his plan to lead Fishers through a bold agenda to support the health and economic recovery of Fishers in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic. The $2.5 million Fishers Recovery Plan will launch COVID-19 testing fo...

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Posted on: April 20, 2020

Fishers Farmers' Market returns May 2

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The Fishers Farmers’ Market, hosted by Fishers Parks and presented by IU Health Saxony, will kick off the 2020 season with an online market beginning Saturday, May 2, in response to COVID-19. During this challenging time, it is more important th...

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Posted on: April 16, 2020

Fishers AgriPark gears up to open this summer

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Preparations are underway at the Fishers AgriPark, located at 113th Street and Florida Road, as the Fishers Parks team gears up for a summer opening.As one of the nation’s largest urban farms, the Fishers AgriPark pays homage to Fishers&rsqu...

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Posted on: April 15, 2020

Technology Firms Announce Growth Plans, Relocations to Fishers

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Technology executives announced plans today to grow in Fishers, resulting in 223 high-wage jobs. The announcements, in partnership with the City of Fishers and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, include Fishers-founded firms as well as national...

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Posted on: March 31, 2020

Spring construction projects underway in Fishers

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As the weather warms up, spring construction projects are underway throughout Fishers. The City of Fishers Engineering Department is working with each contractor to identify efforts to follow CDC guidelines. Infrastructure construction has been deemed as ...

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Posted on: March 30, 2020

The Indiana IoT Lab Celebrates 2nd Anniversary and Release of State of IoT Report 2020

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The Indiana IoT Lab is hosting a virtual gathering on Tuesday, March 31st at 2 p.m. to celebrate its second-anniversary and release of the State of IoT 2020 report. The Fishers-based lab will publish the 102-page report analyzing Indiana’s tech ...

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Posted on: March 18, 2020

Fishers Issues Temporary Stay for Solicitation Permits

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness issued a temporary stay on all permitted solicitations within city limits. This action includes business-related solicitors only and is intended to reduce the number of people interacting with each other to slow the spread of C...

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Posted on: March 16, 2020

Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness Declares Local Disaster Emergency, Travel Advisory Watch

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness announced today the declaration of a local disaster emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Fadness executed Executive Order No. 1 effective March 17, 2020.

“As more information comes available, it&rs...

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Posted on: March 13, 2020

Landmark Partnership Creates New Learning Opportunities for Students at Hamilton Southeastern School

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Hamilton Southeastern Schools is excited to be entering a first-of-its-kind partnership with Purdue Polytechnic High School (PPHS), City of Fishers and Hub & Spoke Institute to increase learning opportunities for students. See a recording of the press...

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City of Fishers celebrates community volunteers at fourth-annual City of Service Awards

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The City of Fishers hosted its fourth annual City of Service Awards last night to recognize the dedicated volunteers who have donated their time and talent to the Fishers community.

Last night’s award winners included:

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Posted on: February 20, 2020

Fishers celebrates Disability Awareness Month in March

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The City of Fishers and Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability will host their fourth annual, month-long celebration of National Disability Awareness Month in March. The celebration, presented by Conner Prairie and Fishers YMCA, strives to bring awarene...

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Posted on: January 29, 2020

City of Fishers debuts Age-Friendly Fishers Action Plan

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The City of Fishers has finalized its Age-Friendly Fishers Action Plan, a three-year plan outlining the City’s strategies to improve the quality of life for residents of all ages and abilities.

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Posted on: January 21, 2020

Fishers Test Kitchen welcomes new southern comfort food concept from King Dough Pizza owners

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Southern-inspired comfort food will be on the menu beginning next month when Fishers Test Kitchen and partners Sun King Brewing open their doors at the new culinary complex, The Yard at Fishers District.

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Posted on: November 21, 2019

California-Based Autonomous Vehicle Company Planning HQ Move to Fishers, Work with Local Stakeholder

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PerceptIn, a Santa Clara, Cal.-based visual intelligence technology company specializing in autonomous driving technology, announced plans today to relocate its global headquarters from California to Fishers to launch an autonomous vehicle pilot program a...

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Posted on: November 25, 2019

Holiday fun has arrived in Fishers

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The holiday season is almost here, and the chilly temperatures are bringing festive family fun and traditions old and new for Fishers residents.

Celebrate the magic of the season and create lasting memories and traditions with family and friends. Take in t...

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Posted on: November 7, 2019

Fishers to host its largest, citywide celebration of Small Business Saturday this month

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The City of Fishers’ citywide celebration of Small Business Saturday, Shop Fishers, returns for its sixth year on November 30 with its largest celebration ever. Nearly 60 businesses around Fishers will offer special deals and promotions to celeb...

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Posted on: November 1, 2019

Fishers Mental Health Inter-Faith Committee Launches Fishers Cares, a Network of Support for Mental

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The Fishers Mental Health Initiative inter-faith committee announced today a new program to benefit those who seek help in their mental health journey. Fishers Cares is a collaborative program that spans several inter-faith places of worship and businesse...

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Posted on: October 29, 2019

Fishers Holiday Farmers’ Market invites you to shop fresh and local this holiday season

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Fishers Parks & Recreation will debut the brand-new Fishers Holiday Farmers’ Market this Saturday at Holland Park (1 Park Drive, Fishers). The seasonal market will be held Saturdays, November 2 through December 28, from 9 a.m. to noon inside...

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Posted on: October 7, 2019

Fishers residents can now buy groceries and renew their vehicle registration at Kroger

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Making your grocery list for next week? If your vehicle registration is due soon or you need to print a copy of your driving record make sure to add those items to your list! The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) and Kroger have partnered to bring a ...

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Posted on: September 16, 2019

Fishers ranked #3 in MONEY’s 10 Best Places to Live 2019

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Fishers is one of the best places to lives in America, according to MONEY’s Top 10 Best Places to Live 2019. MONEY unveiled its annual list earlier today, ranking Fishers as number 3—the only Indiana city to make the top 10.

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Posted on: September 12, 2019

Global Customer Experience Management Company Launching Midwest Hub in Fishers

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Sitel Group (Sitel), a global customer experience (CX) management company, announced plans today to establish a Midwest hub for CX programs in central Indiana, creating up to 350 new jobs by the end of 2020."Sitel choosing Indiana to establish a Midw...

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Posted on: September 4, 2019

‘Turquoise Table’ movement comes to Hamilton County

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Don’t be surprised if you see strangers gathering around a blue table to socialize and play games together. That’s because the Turquoise Table movement, a national project to create community among residents and visitors, is here in Hamilton County with t...

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Posted on: August 29, 2019

Hear the Sweet Sound of Blues at the NPD AMP

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End the summer with Fishers Blues Fest, a Fishers Labor Day tradition! The free, two-night event includes performances by renowned local and national blues artists. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., no tickets required.Friday, August 30

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Posted on: August 7, 2019

Fishers hosts up-and-coming national acts to cap off concert season

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The kids are heading back to school and the long days of summer are coming to an end, but the fun is just ramping up at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater in the heart of downtown Fishers. The Nickel Plate District Amphitheater’s concert series hosted...

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Posted on: July 31, 2019

Anvl Plans Long-Term Growth in Fishers, Multi-Year Job Creation

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Anvl, a workforce-first safety software company, announced plans today to scale up its operations in central Indiana. The company's growth plans include creating up to 41 new, high-wage jobs in Fishers by the end of 2022.

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Posted on: July 9, 2019

Fishers hosts first Arts Crawl of the summer next week in partnership with Fishers Arts Council

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The Fishers Arts Crawl returns on Friday, July 19, with an evening of art, music, and shopping in downtown Fishers. Stroll through the Nickel Plate District—recently designated as a Statewide Cultural District—and enjoy local ...

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Posted on: June 15, 2019

Fishers gears up for Spark!Fishers, ignited by First Internet Bank, this month

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The second-annual Spark!Fishers festival, ignited by First Internet Bank, is just a few weeks away, and the city is busy gearing up for the big celebration. Recently, hundreds of flags went on display around the Nickel Plate District, located in the heart...

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Posted on: June 3, 2019

Fishers announces additional acts coming to Nickel Plate District Amphitheater this summer

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Four new concerts have joined the entertainment lineup at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater this year.

The Fishers Summer Concert Series kicks off this week with free concerts on Tuesday and Friday evenings in the newly renovated Amphitheater, present...

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Posted on: May 30, 2019

Fishers Parks & Recreation offers summer fun for the entire family

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The school year has come to an end and although the summer solstice is still several weeks away, the summer season is unofficially underway in Fishers!

Summertime brings a buzz of activity around the city. From concerts in the Nickel Plate District Amphith...

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Posted on: May 24, 2019

Splash Pads & Saxony Lake Open This Weekend

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Fishers Parks & Recreation is excited for the summer reopening of the City’s popular water amenities this Memorial Day weekend!The free splash pads at Holland Park and Billericay Park open Saturday, May 25 through Labor Day from 10 a...

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Posted on: May 20, 2019

City of Fishers hosts second-annual Spark!Fishers festival June 28 & 29

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The second-annual Spark!Fishers festival, ignited by First Internet Bank, returns June 28 and 29 to the Nickel Plate District in the heart of downtown Fishers. The celebration is packed full of family-favorites and Independence Day traditions, while showc...

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Posted on: May 1, 2019

Fishers Dedicates Month of May to Mental Health Awareness

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Today, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness proclaimed the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The proclamation kicks off a month-long campaign that will continue the efforts of the Mental Health Initiative in making Fishers a community that embraces me...

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Posted on: April 30, 2019

Fishers Farmers’ Market opens this weekend for the summer season

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The beloved summer tradition, the Fishers Farmers’ Market, returns for another season this Saturday, May 4. Presented by IU Health Saxony, the market will be held every Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon in the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (6...

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Posted on: April 17, 2019

Judge Rules Enough is Enough: Rules in Favor of City for Nickel Plate Trail, Recovery of Fees

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Today, Hamilton County Superior Court issued an Order Granting the City of Fishers’ Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings and Awarding the City Attorneys’ Fees and Costs against Save the Nickel Plate, Inc. for its filing of a “frivolous, groundless, and un...

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Posted on: April 16, 2019

City of Fishers Releases Call for Applications for Fishers Test Kitchen Restaurant Accelerator

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The City of Fishers today launched a search for chefs who will become the first occupants of its restaurant accelerator, the Fishers Test Kitchen. The accelerator, the first in the state, will open this fall within the new Sun King Brewing in The Yard at ...

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Posted on: April 9, 2019

Vertical Horizon & Tonic to perform at Spark!Fishers festival this summer

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The City of Fishers announced today that Vertical Horizon and Tonic will perform a free concert at the 2019 Spark!Fishers festival, ignited by First Internet Bank.

The concert will kick off the two-day community festival in the Nickel Plate District, locat...

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Posted on: April 8, 2019

Jason Taylor named City of Fishers Engineering Director

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Today, Mayor Scott Fadness announced Jason Taylor will succeed Jeff Hill, who announced his departure from the City of Fishers in March after nearly seven years as engineering director. Taylor is a former assistant director of engineering at the City of F...

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Posted on: March 25, 2019

The Fishers Farmers' Market Returns for an Extended Season

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Fishers Parks & Recreation is excited to announce the return of the Fishers Farmers Market presented by IU Health Saxony Hospital for an extended season every Saturday, May 4 through October 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Nickel Plate...

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Posted on: March 25, 2019

City of Fishers to celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day on Friday

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The City of Fishers —a Commemorative Partner of the Vietnam War Commemoration—will celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day with a free public ceremony on Friday, March 29. The ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. at Liberty Plaza in front of Fishers Ci...

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Posted on: March 18, 2019

Fishers Selected as Finalist for RWJF Culture of Health Prize

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Today, Fishers announced it was chosen as a finalist for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Culture of Health Prize. As a 2019 finalist, Fishers is one step closer to the national Prize which honors communities that are bringing partners together a...

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Posted on: March 7, 2019

First Internet Bank announced as presenting sponsor for Spark!Fishers 2019

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The City of Fishers has announced First Internet Bank as the presenting sponsor for the second-annual Spark!Fishers festival this summer. After a successful debut in 2018, the community-led festival will return to the Nickel Plate District with a weekend-...

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Posted on: February 28, 2019

City of Fishers Opens City Services Building

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The City of Fishers will open the City Services Building (3 Municipal Drive) effective Friday, March 1, 2019. Housed in the former Fishers Police Station, the City Services Building will now offer a one-stop-shop for residents who need to conduct business...

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Posted on: February 27, 2019

City of Fishers celebrates community volunteers at City of Service Awards

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The City of Fishers honored community volunteers during its third-annual City of Service Awards last night. The celebration recognized local volunteers and civil servants who have donated their time and talent to the smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial Fi...

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Posted on: February 26, 2019

Fishers Parks & Recreation announces 2019 Fishers Summer Concert Series

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The Fishers Summer Concert Series hosted by Fishers Parks & Recreation will return in June with a refreshed venue, new showtimes, and both local and national performing acts. The free concert series includes performances on Tuesday and Friday evenings...

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Posted on: February 25, 2019

Fishers to celebrate National Disability Awareness Month in March

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The City of Fishers and Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability will kick off their annual celebration of National Disability Awareness Month this Friday. The month-long celebration, presented by Conner Prairie, strives to bring awareness to what life is...

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Posted on: February 18, 2019

Resident Input Showcased as Draft Nickel Plate Trail Master Plan Unveiled

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FISHERS, IND. -- Fishers City Council and City leadership were joined by over two hundred community members as members of the committee presented the Nickel Plate Trail Master Plan 2040 to the public. The development of the Master Plan began in September ...

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Posted on: February 12, 2019

Formstack Relocates, Finds New Home in Fishers

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Formstack, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company with a mission to transform the way people collect data and put it to work, announces it has found a new home in the Nickel Plate District in downtown Fishers, Indiana. Formstack will reside on the third f...

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Posted on: January 10, 2019

Megan Baumgartner Named Fishers Economic Development Director

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Mayor Scott Fadness announced today his promotion of Megan Baumgartner as Economic Development Director effective immediately following the departure of Brandon Dickinson in October 2018. Baumgartner formerly held the assistant director position for the d...

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Posted on: December 18, 2018

Fishers announces members of inaugural Arts & Culture Commission

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The City of Fishers announced today the newly appointed members of the inaugural Fishers Arts & Culture Commission. The Commission will become effective in January.

In August, Fishers City Council adopted an ordinance to create the Commission to facili...

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Posted on: December 13, 2018

California-based Jobvite sees 500% growth in Fishers Office

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Jobvite announced record growth today for its Fishers office, growing from seven employees to twenty-five in 2018. The growth comes on the heels of a busy year for the San Mateo-headquartered company. Jobvite, the world’s first recruiting platform that sp...

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Posted on: December 7, 2018

Fishers’ Nickel Plate District receives Statewide Cultural District designation

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The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) Board has voted to officially designate the City of Fishers’ Nickel Plate District as a Statewide Cultural District. The designation was approved at today’s IAC Quarterly Business Meeting.

The City of Fishers applied for t...

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Posted on: December 4, 2018

Browning plans $157 million development in Downtown Fishers’ Nickel Plate District

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Browning Investments, along with City of Fishers’ Mayor Scott Fadness, announced today a major downtown development along the north and south sides of 116th Street in the Nickel Plate District. The mixed-use development will feature residential,...

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Posted on: December 3, 2018

Holiday deals around Fishers invite you to shop small and save big

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The holiday season has arrived, and businesses around Fishers are offering special deals to help you knock out your holiday shopping while saving some cash.  Find gifts for everyone on your list as you support local businesses and shop small all ...

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Posted on: November 30, 2018

Winter Wonderland rescheduled to 12/2 due to weather

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Winter Wonderland presented by Fishers Elite Martial Arts has been rescheduled due to inclement weather. The event will take place on Sunday, December 2 from 2 to 8 p.m. outdoors at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (6 Municipal Drive). The annual tr...

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Posted on: November 20, 2018

Fishers Department of Public Works achieves re-accreditation

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The City of Fishers’ Department of Public Works (DPW) has been awarded the American Public Works Association (APWA) Re-Accreditation designation. The APWA Accreditation program recognizes public works agencies that go beyond the requirements of the manage...

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Posted on: November 15, 2018

One-of-a-Kind Makerspace, Design Center to Build in Fishers, Boost Trade Entrepreneurship

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Hub and Spoke founder David Decker, president of OnPoint Real Estate Solutions Travis Tucker, and Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness announced today the City’s latest partnership to foster entrepreneurship and early workforce development. Partners Decker and Tuc...

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Posted on: October 30, 2018

Fishers businesses to offer discounts, promotions, during Small Business Saturday

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October 30, 2018 (FISHERS, IND.) – Shop Fishers, the citywide celebration of Small Business Saturday, returns for its fifth year on November 24. Participating businesses around Fishers will offer special deals and promotions to help celebrate the nationwi...

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Posted on: October 1, 2018

City of Fishers hosts first-ever October Farmers’ Market

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After a successful summer season of the award-winning Fishers’ Farmer Market, the City of Fishers will host its first-ever October Farmers’ Market this month.

The October Farmers’ Market will be held at Holland Park every Saturday in October from 9 a.m. un...

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Posted on: September 20, 2018

City of Fishers named Emerging Arts Champion of the Year by Nickel Plate Arts

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The City of Fishers was recognized at last week’s Nickel Plate Arts Awards as the Emerging Arts Champion of the Year. This honor is awarded annually to an individual or entity that supports local arts and artists through collaboration, promotional efforts...

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Posted on: September 18, 2018

Fishers Planning Committee Announces Community Effort to Solicit Ideas for New Kind of Public Space

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As the City of Fishers gears up to transform the Nickel Plate Railroad into a whole new kind of public space, the Fishers Nickel Plate Trail Master Planning Committee invites the public to participate in the planning process, to join in the conversation a...

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Posted on: August 24, 2018

Mayor Scott Fadness Names New Director of Parks & Recreation

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness has named Sarah Sandquist as Director of Parks & Recreation, effective August 31. Mayor Fadness announced the appointment following the resignation of current Parks & Recreation Director Tony Elliot to pursue a new oppo...

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Posted on: August 9, 2018

Team selected to design one-of-a-kind experience along Nickel Plate Trail

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The City of Fishers’ Nickel Plate Trail Master Planning Committee is excited to announce the selection of NBBJ and Ex2 Partners, who will work collaboratively to facilitate a master plan for a unique experience along the Nickel Plate Trail from 96th Stree...

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Posted on: August 2, 2018

Fishers Entrepreneur Steve Cage Donates $63,000 to Fishers Parks Foundation

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Fishers Parks & Recreation and the Fishers Parks Foundation announced today the donation of $63,000 from Steve Cage, a Fishers resident and entrepreneur. As an avid pickleball player, Cage’s donation will pay for the addition of two challeng...

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Posted on: May 31, 2018

Federal Surface Transportation Board Grants Nickel Plate Rail Line Owners Permission to Pursue Rail

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The Federal Surface Transportation Board today issued its decision granting the owners of the Nickel Plate Rail, the Cities of Fishers and Noblesville and Hamilton County, with the ability to convert the Nickel Plate Rail into a pedestrian trail pursuant ...

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Posted on: April 13, 2018

Flexware Innovation Continues Investment in Fishers with Headquarters in Downtown Fishers

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FISHERS, IND. – Flexware Innovation, in partnership with the City of Fishers, announced a $3.5 million development project aimed at establishing a new headquarters building on a parcel located on the north side of the ellipse at the Nickel Plate District ...

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Posted on: April 12, 2018

Community Unites to Keep Fishers Beautiful on April 14

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Fishers, IN – In honor of National Sustainability Month, the City of Fishers will host Keep Fishers Beautiful (KFB), bringing together residents, homeowner’s associations, local businesses, and organizations to support the vibrancy of ...

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Posted on: March 21, 2018

Indiana’s First Internet of Things lab, Indiana IoT Lab – Fishers, Officially Opens its Doors

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Entrepreneurs and innovators welcomed 24,500 square feet of new space dedicated to supporting collaboration and innovation for the Internet of Things at the grand opening of the Indiana IoT Lab – Fishers today. More than 50 members and 9 dedicated suite m...

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Posted on: March 20, 2018

Launch Fishers-based companies announce growth, 82 net new jobs as firms see increased demand

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Fishers, Ind. (March 20, 2018) -- The City of Fishers today announced the growth plans of three startup firms, VendorJump, Ultimate Automation, and Sales Tuners, all led by entrepreneurs with roots at Launch Fishers. The announcement brings a collective 8...

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Posted on: March 20, 2018

2017 Best Place to Live Gets Even Better with AARP Age-Friendly Designation

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Fishers, IN – Fishers is the fifth largest city in the state, and as such, strives to offer a superb quality of life for residents of all ages. It is with great pride that City Council President Todd Zimmerman and AARP Indiana representatives wi...

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Posted on: January 31, 2018

City of Fishers Launches Newly Redesigned Website

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The City of Fishers has launched its newly redesigned website, offering residents, businesses, and visitors an improved and more user-friendly digital experience. The new website launched on Monday, March 12, and boasts several new features, including:

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Posted on: January 31, 2018

First Look at Improved Nickel Plate District AMP, Slated to Open Summer 2018

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The City of Fishers has shared the long-awaited rendering of improvements coming to the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (AMP). While construction is currently underway, the rendering highlights key improvements not only aesthetically, but experientiall...

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Posted on: January 31, 2018

Fishers Ends Record Year with 2,000 New Jobs Committed in 2017, Announces Commitment of 511 New Jobs

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December 4, 2017 (FISHERS, IND.)  The City of Fishers announced today a record year for economic development with 2,185 new jobs and $64.5 million in capital investment committed by firms in 2017. The announcement culminates with sever...

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Posted on: November 5, 2020

Fishers Police Issue Crime Watch Alert

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November 5, 2020

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  Crime Watch Alert: Vehicle Break-In / Theft Prevention TipsToday, during the early morning hours, the Fishers Police Department responded to twelve thefts from vehicles and two thefts of vehicles. Most ...

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Posted on: October 19, 2020

Fishers Police Investigate Fatal Crash on 116th Street

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October 19, 2020

(Fishers, Indiana) – Fishers police investigate a fatal motor vehicle crash on 116th Street near Belle Plaine Blvd.

Around 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 17th the Fishers Police Department responded to a fatal motor vehicle crash ...

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Posted on: March 31, 2020

Spring construction projects underway in Fishers

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As the weather warms up, spring construction projects are underway throughout Fishers. The City of Fishers Engineering Department is working with each contractor to identify efforts to follow CDC guidelines. Infrastructure construction has been deemed as ...

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