As the calendar turns to 2026, we want to wish all of my readers in Fishers a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.
The past year was another busy one for this fast-growing community, and 2026 is shaping up to be much the same. Fishers continues to balance rapid growth with the goal of maintaining the quality of life that draws families and businesses here, and many of the conversations that began in 2025 will carry into the new year.
Population growth will remain a defining theme. City leaders expect Fishers to surpass the 110,000-resident mark in 2026, bringing both opportunity and challenge. Growth fuels new development, expanded amenities and a strong local economy, but it also places pressure on roads, public safety, schools and city services. How Fishers manages that balance will again be a central focus.
The property tax and local income tax laws are radically changing based on actions by state lawmakers. Our local elected officials will have many important decisions to make.
Development projects across the city will continue to reshape the landscape. Construction and planning are expected to move forward in several areas, including the downtown district, new residential neighborhoods and commercial corridors. Residents can expect continued discussion about traffic, infrastructure improvements and how new projects fit into the city’s long-term vision.
Education will also remain in the spotlight. Hamilton Southeastern Schools enters 2026 facing familiar issues shared by districts across the state, including staffing, finances and student count. Decisions made in the coming months will have lasting impacts on classrooms and the broader community.
Public safety and local government will be key topics as well. The City Council and mayor will continue work on budgets, public works projects and policy decisions that affect everyday life in Fishers. While 2026 is not a municipal election year, civic engagement and public input are expected to remain strong as residents weigh in on issues that shape their neighborhoods.
Community life, however, is about more than policy and development. Fishers’ packed calendar of events, races, festivals and local sports will again bring people together throughout the year. From summer concerts to youth athletics and charitable efforts, those moments of connection help define what it means to live here.
As always, LarryInFishers.com will be here to cover the stories that matter to Fishers — the big decisions at City Hall, the changes in our schools, and the people and events that make this community unique.
The data on this Web site shows the audience is there for Fishers news. Thank you for reading, for supporting local journalism, and for being part of Fishers. Here’s to a safe, successful and hopeful 2026 for our city and everyone who calls it home.