Central Indiana cities plan new regional development authority
The new Central Indiana Regional Development Authority initially would include Anderson, Carmel, Fishers, Indianapolis, McCordsville, Noblesville, Westfield and Zionsville.
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Equestrian exhibition center, high-end home development proposed in Westfield
Plans for the development include a 69-acre equestrian exhibition center and 25 or so custom home lots priced at $1.2 million and up.
Carmel, Westfield expand, build new libraries as demands for services change
The construction is happening at a time libraries play an increasingly wide-ranging role in the communities they serve.
Indy Eleven among 18 businesses interested in owning or operating Grand Park
Also among the potential bidders was Ripken Baseball LLC, which operates youth baseball facilities throughout the United States, including the well-known Ripken Experience complex in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Study finds housing costs detrimental to Hamilton County workforce needs
A family earning $97,920 can afford only 28% of new homes in Hamilton County and 12% of current listings, according to the study.
Sonic Drive-In plans three new area locations, beginning in Westfield
The fast-food chain is getting set to add a Hamilton County presence to a local roster that includes existing Sonics in Avon, Camby, Greenwood and Plainfield.
Westfield to contribute $5M toward new YMCA construction
The YMCA is still looking to raise $2 million before a groundbreaking can happen on a new center near the Grand Park Sports Campus.
Westfield City Council votes down disability advisory council
The Westfield City Council on Monday night rejected a proposed ordinance that would have established an advisory council on disabilities, similar to committees already in place in Carmel and Fishers.
Startup Quiptu aims to offer peer-to-peer rental platform for outdoor gear
Quiptu, which is short for “equipment to you,” is a startup whose platform will offer a place where the owners of outdoor gear can connect with people interested in renting that gear.
Westfield seeking buyer or new manager for Grand Park Sports Campus
The Westfield Redevelopment Commission issued a request for proposals Thursday, seeking “proposals from qualified respondents interested in purchasing the sports campus … or in entering a public-private agreement to operate Grand Park.”
Westfield’s Rail restaurant plans a revival and return to its roots
No longer in a renovated barn, the Rail reboot will be reminiscent of original business model that combined sandwiches with a market.
Westfield football coach Gilbert announces mayoral bid
Jake Gilbert, head football coach at Westfield High School, has coached the Shamrocks since 2010 and was elected to the city council in 2019.
Westfield names new director for Grand Park Sports Campus
Matt Trnian has worked in various management positions at Grand Park Sports Campus since its opening in 2014.
Former Banc-Serv exec sentenced to more than five years in prison
Kerri Agee of Noblesville was sentenced Thursday for her role in a 13-year financial fraud scheme at the now-defunct financial services company she once owned.
North of 96th roundup: Cupcake bakery, Books & Brews store set to close
Hamilton County will soon be losing a cupcake bakery and a combination bookstore and bar, but it’ll be gaining a Just Love Coffee Cafe and two poke eateries. Also on the agenda is the return of Flix Brewhouse.
Prosecutors to ask for eight-year prison sentence for former financial exec
A sentencing hearing is scheduled Thursday for BancServ Partners LLC founder Kerri Agee, who was found guilty on fraud and conspiracy charges in August.
OrthoIndy planning $12.5M outpatient clinic expansion in Westfield
OrthoIndy is planning to expand its presence in Westfield by moving out of its current leased space and building a new $12.5 million facility all its own near State Road 32 and Austrian Pine Way. If approved, it could open to the public next summer.
Westfield more than $500,000 over budget on legal, consulting fees
The Westfield City Council voted to delay payment of its legal and consulting fees this week for the second month in a row because the accounts are over budget.
Westfield City Council approves $16.7M bond for new library
Plans call for the 45,000-square-foot library to be built on 3.6 acres at Westfield Boulevard and Park Street in downtown Westfield.
Westfield’s latest lawsuit against clerk-treasurer alleges she compromised city data
The city of Westfield’s latest lawsuit against Clerk-Treasurer Cindy Gossard claims she allowed an unauthorized and unidentified IT professional to access city computers. Gossard claims she did so to investigate suspicious spyware.