Changes coming to Westfield, Carmel city councils
The Westfield City Council will see a complete turnover in members next year and Carmel will see a number of new councilors.
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Sue Finkam wins three-way GOP primary in Carmel
Finkam, a three-term member of the Carmel City Council, will face Democrat Miles Nelson in the November general election.
Carmel-based KAR to change its name to OpenLane
If the new name sounds familiar, that’s because KAR has been using it for a portion of its business after acquiring a California-based online auction company named OpenLane Inc. in 2011.
Gossip’s story is told in ‘Mr. Confidential’ musical set to debut in Carmel
On May 3, the Actors Theatre of Indiana will present the world premiere of the “Mr. Confidential” musical at Carmel’s Center for the Performing Arts. Additional performances will take place through May 14.
North of 96th roundup: Big Blue Swim School, Thai Sushi House among those set to open
Several restaurants and businesses have recently opened or are planning to open their doors in the north suburbs of Indianapolis. Here’s a look.
IBJ Podcast: Joel Kirk on how Indy became a musical incubator for Broadway
Kirk tells the origin story of Discovering Broadway and explains how this one-man show—at least until recently—persuaded producers and creators with international reputations to make central Indiana their workshop.
Carmel GOP mayoral hopefuls differ on debt, housing
Candidates Sue Finkam, Fred Glynn and Kevin Rider shared their opinions with IBJ about some of the major issues in Carmel ahead of the Republican primary.
North of 96th roundup: X-Golf, new bake shop among those set for openings
Several restaurants and businesses have recently opened or are planning to open their doors in the north suburbs of Indianapolis. Here’s a rundown:
Brainard makes endorsement for successor in Carmel mayoral race
Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard, who is not seeking reelection after 28 years in office, on Friday endorsed one of the three Republican candidates who are running to take his place.
Developer planning townhouses, duplexes along 146th Street in Carmel
Farmington Hills, Michigan-based Schafer Development LLC is seeking city approval to rezone the land. Pulte Homes of Indiana LLC would be the builder for the 14-acre development.
Jim Hallett leaving executive leadership at KAR after 30 years
Hallett is retiring from his positions as executive chairman and board chairman, the Carmel-based company announced Friday. He will remain a member of KAR’s board of directors.
Carmel mayoral candidates debate spending, housing affordability
City Councilors Sue Finkam and Kevin “Woody” Rider and former Hamilton County Council member Fred Glynn each sought to differentiate themselves on fiscal transparency for developments, community outreach and housing.
Carmel-based startup Blue Agilis lands $2.5M seed investment
Founded in 2021, Blue Agilis helps health care providers customize their care based on research and provides a structure to make sure that care gets delivered.
Harvest Market planning grocery store at former Marsh location in Carmel
Quincy, Illinois-based Niemann Foods Inc. has filed plans to build its first Harvest Market grocery store in Indiana in a 75,000-square-foot space vacated by Marsh Supermarkets in 2017.
Spyro Gyra to headline inaugural Carmel Jazz Fest in August
A two-day jazz festival this summer in Carmel will feature more than 30 jazz, R&B and blues acts on stages around Carmel.
Developers want to turn Carmel office park into a neighborhood
The city and Philadelphia-based Rubenstein Partners are developing plans to transform the eastern half of Parkwood Crossing into a neighborhood with office space, housing, restaurants, retail, recreation and a new street grid.
North of 96th roundup: Scenthound, Don Rigo among those set for openings
Several restaurants and businesses have recently opened or are planning to open their doors in the north suburbs of Indianapolis. Here’s a look.
Crazy King Burrito planning to open 3 restaurants in Hamilton County
Indiana’s first Crazy King Burrito location is expected to open June 1 in Carmel. Other suburban locations for the fast-casual restaurant are in the works.
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming planning four stores in Hamilton County
Woof Gang, founded in 2007, is a specialty retailer of pet food, supplies and professional grooming services. The chain has about 200 locations open or under development in the United States.
Housing not-for-profits relocating to downtown Indy office building
The building was purchased from former occupant Girls Inc. by an affiliate of Merchants Bank for $3.1 million in May.