Fishers residents will experience a dramatic swing in weather over the next 24 to 48 hours, with spring-like warmth Sunday giving way to strong storms overnight and a return to wintry conditions by Monday.

Forecasters say temperatures Sunday will climb to around 70 degrees in central Indiana before a powerful cold front sweeps through the area later in the day. According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, gusty south winds will increase through the afternoon, potentially reaching 40 to 50 miles per hour ahead of the approaching storm system.

The main concern arrives Sunday evening into the overnight hours when a line of thunderstorms is expected to move across central Indiana. The storms could bring damaging wind gusts and heavy rain, and forecasters say an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out.

Hamilton County emergency management officials advise residents to monitor weather alerts and have multiple ways to receive warnings as the storms approach. The most active period for central Indiana is expected to occur roughly between 8 p.m. Sunday and early Monday morning.

Rainfall totals of around one-half to three-quarters of an inch are possible as the system moves through the region.

Once the cold front passes, temperatures will drop sharply overnight. By early Monday morning, readings that were near 70 degrees Sunday afternoon could fall into the 30s.

Monday will feel much more like winter returning to the region. The National Weather Service forecast calls for strong west winds and scattered snow showers during the day. While snowfall totals are expected to remain light for most areas, forecasters say localized bursts of snow could briefly reduce visibility and produce quick coatings on roadways.

High temperatures Monday will struggle to reach the mid-30s, with wind gusts potentially approaching 35 miles per hour.

The combination of falling temperatures, gusty winds and intermittent snow showers could create slick spots on bridges and overpasses during the morning commute.

Duke Energy is encouraging customers to prepare for the possibility of power outages due to strong winds and storms. The utility recommends charging phones and electronic devices, securing outdoor items that could blow around, and avoiding downed power lines if outages occur.

The colder air will continue to settle in Monday night with temperatures dropping into the teens, and wind chills early Tuesday could fall near zero.

For residents in Fishers and across Hamilton County, the next two days will feature a little bit of everything — from spring warmth and severe weather potential to a quick return to winter conditions.

The Cadillac Formula 1 team endured a challenging race weekend at the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai as the new American entry continues to work through early-season reliability issues.

The race weekend came as construction continues in Fishers on the future headquarters for the Cadillac F1 operation, which will serve as the team’s primary engineering and operations base in the United States.

Cadillac struggled almost immediately during the Shanghai weekend. One of the team’s drivers, Sergio Pérez, was unable to participate in sprint qualifying after a fuel-pump failure sidelined his car. The problem forced him to start from the back of the field and limited the team’s ability to compete in the sprint race.

Reports from the paddock indicated both Cadillac cars experienced technical issues during qualifying sessions, highlighting the challenges faced by a new team in Formula 1’s highly competitive environment.

Even when the cars were running, Cadillac lacked the pace to challenge the established teams near the front of the grid. The team was eliminated in the early rounds of qualifying and did not contend for points during the sprint race or the main Grand Prix.

The race itself was won by Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, who captured his first Formula 1 victory. Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton finished on the podium, while several teams battled mechanical issues during the race.

In a contest where seven cars dropped out, at least Cadillac’s two entries did finish the main race, although at the back of the pack.

For Cadillac, the focus now shifts to continued development and reliability improvements. The team introduced some technical updates in China as engineers work to close the performance gap with more established teams.

Those engineering efforts will eventually be centered in Fishers, where the Cadillac Formula 1 headquarters is currently under construction. The facility is expected to house key design, engineering, and operational functions for the team’s long-term Formula 1 program.

City officials have said the project represents one of the most significant motorsports investments in the region and further strengthens Fishers’ growing ties to the international racing industry.

While the team’s results in China were disappointing, the Cadillac program remains in the early stages of building a competitive Formula 1 operation — one that will eventually have its home base in Fishers.

The Indy Fuel overcame an early deficit and scored the go-ahead goal late in the third period to defeat the Kalamazoo Wings 3-2 Saturday night at Wings Event Center.

Kalamazoo grabbed the early momentum when Griffin Ness scored just 2:32 into the opening period. The physical tone of the game was set moments later when Indy’s Chris Cameron and Kalamazoo’s Spencer Kennedy dropped the gloves at 2:36, each receiving five-minute fighting majors.

The Fuel responded midway through the first period on the power play. Lee Lapid scored at the 8:32 mark, finishing a play set up by Jesse Tucker and Trevor Zins to tie the game at 1-1.

Kalamazoo quickly regained the lead just one minute later when Nolan Walker found the back of the net at 9:32, putting the Wings ahead 2-1.

Both teams traded chances the remainder of the period, with Kalamazoo outshooting Indy 12-7 in the opening frame. Special teams also played a role early, but neither side was able to convert on several power-play opportunities.

The Fuel evened the score in the second period when Tyler Paquette scored his fifth goal of the season at 4:34. Tyler Weiss picked up the assist on the play as Indy tied the game 2-2.

The rest of the second period featured tight checking and strong goaltending at both ends of the ice. Kalamazoo held a narrow 22-20 advantage in shots on goal after 40 minutes, but neither team could break the deadlock.

That changed in the third period.

With just under seven minutes remaining, Cameron and Kalamazoo’s Andrew Ghantous were each sent to the penalty box for roughing as the physical play continued.

Moments later, Dustin Manz delivered the game-winning goal for Indy. Manz scored with assists from Michael Marchesan and Trevor Zins, giving the Fuel a 3-2 lead. The assist marked Zins’ second point of the night.

Kalamazoo pulled goaltender Aku Koskenvuo with just over two minutes remaining in an attempt to tie the game, but the Fuel defense held strong through several late Wings chances.

When the final horn sounded, the Fuel had secured the 3-2 road victory, continuing their push in the ECHL standings, solidifying their third place status in the Western Conference Central Division .

One of the biggest questions facing the Fishers Freight entering their second season in the Indoor Football League (IFL) centered on the defense. The team was expected to feature a high-powered offense and strong kicking game, but could the defense hold up?

That question was answered in the season opener Saturday night.

The Freight defeated a team widely projected as a championship contender, the Quad City Steamwheelers, 45-27 at the Fishers Event Center.

Fishers’ defense had a few difficult moments in the first half, but the Freight still carried a 24-20 lead into halftime thanks to a last-second “tush push” touchdown. An IFL tush push is a bit different than the NFL version, with two players already on the move when the ball is snapped, driving the quarterback forward with momentum.

The Freight offense delivered several big plays throughout the game. Josiah King broke loose for a long touchdown run, while wide receiver CJ Windham hauled in three touchdown passes from quarterback Felix Harper, who had a strong performance in the opener.

JT Stokes scored the first touchdown of the 2026 IFL season on Fishers’ opening offensive series.

Kicker Calum Sutherland was perfect on the night and also added a “deuce” — a two-point kickoff under IFL rules — at a key moment late in the second half, giving the Freight a three-score advantage.

Fishers’ defense added to the lead with a safety with about ten minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.

Quad City attempted to mount a late drive in the final minute, but the Steamwheelers turned the ball over on downs, sealing the Freight victory.

With the win, Fishers opens the season 1-0. The Freight will travel to face the Green Bay Blizzard on March 21 before returning home after a bye week.

The new Cadillac Formula 1 team is still finding its footing in the early stages of the 2026 season, and this weekend’s Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit has presented several challenges.

The team—whose global headquarters is currently under construction in Fishers—ran into reliability issues during the sprint qualifying session on Friday. Driver Sergio Perez was unable to participate after a fuel system problem prevented his car from running during the session. That setback placed Perez at the back of the sprint grid.

Teammate Valtteri Bottas was able to take part in qualifying but struggled to match the pace of the front-running teams, leaving Cadillac near the back of the field heading into the sprint race.

The sprint race itself did not produce points for the new team, which is still in the early stages of development in its first season competing in Formula 1. Teams such as Mercedes and Ferrari dominated the session, with Mercedes driver George Russell taking the sprint victory.

Later qualifying for Sunday’s main race also proved difficult for Cadillac, with both drivers finishing outside the competitive midfield group. Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli secured pole position for the race, followed by Russell and Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton.

Despite the results so far, Cadillac officials have emphasized that the early races are primarily about gathering data and building reliability for the new car. As a brand-new entry into the sport, the team is expected to face growing pains as engineers and drivers work to refine performance.

The Chinese Grand Prix main race is scheduled for Sunday in Shanghai, 2:00am eastern time in America.  Live television coverage is now on Apple TV subscription service.

For fans in Fishers and across central Indiana, the progress of the Cadillac team carries special interest. General Motors and its racing partners are building the Cadillac Formula 1 team’s headquarters in Fishers, a facility expected to house engineering, technical development, and racing operations as the team expands its presence in the sport.

While the first races of the season have been challenging, the project represents a long-term investment in Formula 1—and a high-profile connection between the global racing series and the growing motorsports footprint in Fishers.

There is more to check out this week on the Fishers area road construction report.  Closures and lane restrictions adds up to a growing list, including the start of the project improving Allisonville Road and 116th Street.

Below is the full listing, as provided by the City of Fishers.

Continue reading Weekly Fishers Road Construction Report →

Friday night’s matchup between the Indy Fuel and the Fort Wayne Komets was more than the usual intrastate rivalry.

Fort Wayne is chasing the Toledo Walleye for the top spot in the ECHL’s Western Conference Central Division, while the Fuel are trying to hold onto third place in the same division. On Friday, it was the Fuel who strengthened their grip on that position with a 2-1 victory over the Komets.

All of the Fuel’s offense came from one player — Tyler Weiss.

Weiss scored his first goal eight minutes into the third period on a power play, tying the game at 1-1. The Komets had taken the lead midway through the second period when Mathew Brown found the back of the net.

With the score tied and the clock winding down, the crowd of more than 6,000 at the Fishers Event Center appeared headed for overtime. Instead, Weiss struck again, scoring the game-winning goal with just 12.8 seconds remaining in regulation.

Fort Wayne called a timeout in an attempt to set up one final scoring opportunity, but the Komets were unable to convert before time expired.

Mitchell Weeks turned in another stellar performance, with the Komets getting 30 shots on goal compared to the Fuel’s 16.

There was a brief delay at the start of the second period when an issue was discovered with the door to one of the penalty boxes. After several minutes of repairs, play resumed without further incident.

During the opening ceremonies, the Fuel also unveiled a display located in a corner of the Fishers Event Center honoring prisoners of war and those missing in action. The display features an empty chair symbolizing POW and MIA service members, flanked by American and POW-MIA flags.

Artists and makers from across the community will gather at the Fishers Library later this month for a day dedicated to creativity and innovation.

Ignite Studio, the makerspace at the Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL), will host its third annual Make-Off on Saturday, March 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event invites selected artists to create an original piece of art using the studio’s equipment, kits and in-house materials.

Competitors will have six hours to complete their works, with judges awarding cash prizes for first, second and third place. This year’s theme is mixed media, encouraging artists to combine a variety of materials and techniques in a single piece. The competition begins at 9 a.m., with winners announced during an awards presentation scheduled for 4 p.m.

Library patrons are encouraged to stop by throughout the day to watch artists at work and take part in a variety of hands-on activities designed for visitors of all ages.

“The Fishers Make-Off is a chance to showcase artists who find unique and creative ways to use the materials and resources at Ignite Studio and provide inspiration to patrons in their own art making,” said HEPL Arts Engagement Coordinator Kris Hurst. “This event highlights artistic expression as a form of storytelling and connection, central to the library’s mission.”

Several activities will be offered for visitors during the event. The first 50 guests will receive free art kits. Other opportunities include mini collage kits that allow participants to create their own mixed-media artwork with a shadowbox frame, a collaborative assemblage wall where visitors can add shapes and textures to a community art display, and a metallic mandala activity featuring layered materials.

A Public Maker Challenge will also take place from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants ages 8 and older can learn the Chine-collé printmaking technique, which combines printed images with thin papers to create a mixed-media artwork. Awards will be presented in youth, teen, adult and family categories. Registration is required to participate in the challenge.

Ignite Studio is located on the lower level of the Fishers Library and serves as a community makerspace and art studio where patrons can explore creative tools, collaborate with others and experiment with new forms of artistic expression.

More information about the event and Ignite Studio is available at ignite.hamiltoneastpl.org.

Motorists traveling through one of Fishers’ busiest west-side intersections should prepare for construction later this spring as the city moves forward with roadway improvements at 116th Street and Allisonville Road.

City officials say construction on the project is expected to begin on or after March 30 and continue through October 2026. The work is aimed at improving traffic flow and safety at the heavily traveled crossing, which serves as a key north-south gateway into Fishers from Indianapolis and Carmel.

Originally, the project called for the construction of a roundabout. However, after updated traffic studies and additional analysis, the city decided to move in a different direction. Instead of a roundabout, crews will realign the eastbound approach of 116th Street and adjust pavement markings at the intersection to better accommodate traffic, particularly vehicles turning north onto Allisonville Road.

City officials say the revised design should help keep traffic moving more efficiently without requiring the larger reconstruction that a roundabout would have required.

The intersection sits along the Allisonville Road corridor, an area the city has identified for long-term improvements as part of broader redevelopment and mobility efforts on the west side of Fishers. The corridor includes nearby investments such as the new roundabout at 96th Street and Allisonville Road, upgrades to signal systems, beautification efforts, and new commercial development.

During construction, drivers can expect lane shifts, restrictions, and slower travel through the intersection, particularly during peak commuting hours. However, both the intersection and nearby businesses will remain open throughout the project, according to city officials.

As with most roadway projects in Indiana, work schedules may shift depending on weather conditions.

Fishers officials say the improvements should help the intersection accommodate projected traffic volumes for years to come, providing a safer and more efficient route for drivers traveling through the area.

The intersection of 116th Street and Allisonville Road was built in the late 1990s and has experienced steadily increasing traffic as Fishers has grown into one of the fastest-growing communities in Indiana, with a population approaching 107,000 residents.

When completed in the fall of 2026, city leaders say the project will represent another step in modernizing key transportation corridors across Fishers while supporting continued growth on the city’s west side.