That building clearly visible from I-69, north of 96th Street in Fishers, has been the home of electronics for many years. It was originally constructed for a national electronics chain that didn’t last long and went out of business. Later, Fry’s took over the structure, remodeled it, and became a mecca for people all around Central Indiana to browse and buy electronics.
I had a job that required a long daily commute and some other vehicle travel. That led me to buy a satellite radio when the technology was still fairly new. My first unit was installed at Fry’s, where the staff was top-notch in completing the installation job.
I have bought computers, televisions and tons of computer software at Fry’s through the years. That time has come to an end.
Wednesday morning the news came down from Fry’s California headquarters that the company would begin shutting down all stores nation-wide. This is no surprise to anyone visiting Fry’s lately. The shelves have been largely bare in recent months.
This will present yet another challenge for the City of Fishers. The economic development team for the city will now have yet another big box vacancy to fill.
Let’s hope the former Fry’s location gets the attention of another retail occupant soon.
The same building was also the location of Wayne Huizenga’s indoor used car dealership, AutoNation, which also went bust while there. It was then rumored that Mr. Huizenga wanted to use the vacant building as a transfer station for his Waste Management company. Thankfully, the Fishers Town Board denied his request because Mr. Huizenga refused to grant ad infinitum free trash pickup for Fishers’ citizens.