After five years and five different locations, the Fishers Health Department finally has a permanent home inside the new Fishers Community Center. Public Health Director Monica Heltz said she and her staff are thrilled to have a long-term base of operations.

The new facility will house the department’s administrative offices and offer a range of public health services, including immunizations. Heltz noted that as of 3 p.m. Tuesday—shortly after the ribbon-cutting ceremony was underway—her department was already providing immunizations and other services at the new location.

Mayor Scott Fadness established the Fishers Health Department in 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Reflecting on its progress, he described the effort as “quite a journey” and said the city has worked to “redefine what public health looks like.”

Fadness also explained that revenue from services provided by the Health Department helped finance the department’s new facility.

“Part of our passion really is to bring public health to the people,” Fadness said. “I can think of no better place than here.”

While the Fishers Community Center officially opens to the public on November 1, the Health Department—located near the building’s main entrance—is already open for business.

Public Health Director Monica Heltz opens the event

Debbie Driskell (left) and Beth Myers

The Delaware Township Trustee’s Office is encouraging residents to give back this Halloween season through a “Trick or Eat” promotion during the annual Boo Bash celebration in Fishers on Saturday, October 25.

Boo Bash is one of Fishers’ largest community events, and Trustee Debbie Driskell is asking visitors to bring nonperishable food donations to help local families in need.

“People are often in the giving mode around certain holidays, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas,” Driskell said. “We hope this event helps remind everyone that the need exists year-round.”

Deputy Township Trustee Beth Myers, who oversees the township’s food pantry, said food insecurity has been rising in the area. Since she began her role six years ago, demand for assistance has doubled.

Myers attributes part of that increase to population growth, but said skyrocketing rental costs have been a major factor. Many families are paying 50% of their income toward rent. It’s generally recommended that no more than 30% go to housing, but the Trustee’s office is even seeing some seniors spending 80% of their fixed incomes on rent.

The “Trick or Eat” effort at Boo Bash will benefit five local food pantries serving Fishers-area residents. Donors are encouraged to bring any nonperishable items, such as pasta, pasta sauce, or canned goods.

Driskell said the initiative not only raises awareness about local need but also reminds families that help is available.

“Whenever our pantry runs low, this community always responds when we put out the call,” Driskell said. “This is an incredible community. I think our poverty stays very hidden.”

She also noted that all food distributed through the township pantry comes from donations by individuals, businesses, and local organizations — no tax dollars are used to purchase food.

The Rotary Club of Fishers has announced that Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness will serve as Honorary Chair for the 15th Annual WaterIsLife Charity Ball, set for Friday, December 6, 2025. The black-tie event will take place at a new holiday venue inside the Fishers Arts & Municipal Complex.

Presented by the Rotary Club of Fishers, the WaterIsLife Charity Ball has become one of the city’s premier holiday traditions, drawing community leaders, philanthropists, and residents together to support clean water initiatives in Sierra Leone.

This year’s event celebrates a major milestone for the WaterIsLife project, which has funded more than 200 clean water wells—providing access to safe water for over 500,000 people.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mayor Fadness as our Honorary Chair,” said Tom Branum, Chair of the WaterIsLife Project. “His leadership and commitment to community make him the perfect ambassador for this life-changing cause.”

The evening will begin with the lighting of the city’s Christmas tree and holiday lights, followed by a formal dinner and entertainment. The program includes a gourmet three-course meal, live and silent auctions featuring exclusive items, holiday music, and dancing.

Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets early and explore sponsorship opportunities, which include VIP seating, special recognition, and a private reception with Mayor Fadness.

The Rotary Club of Fishers, part of a global network of more than 1.2 million Rotarians, continues to support both local and international causes—from clean water projects in West Africa to mental health and accessibility programs in Fishers.

“Whether it’s your first time attending or your fifteenth, your presence at the WaterIsLife Charity Ball brings hope to others,” said Rich Phelan, the club’s 34th president. “Together, we can continue this life-saving work—one well, one village, one family at a time.”

For tickets, sponsorships, and additional information, visit FishersWaterIsLife.com.

Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) Schools are moving into the final stages of approving new district boundary lines for all schools except the two high schools.

The district’s consultant, Woolpert, has released a video explaining the three redistricting options now under public review. The video can be viewed at this link.

The first of two community meetings was held Monday evening at Fishers High School. Instead of a formal presentation, officials displayed the three proposed maps for residents to review. Top district administrators and representatives from Woolpert were available to answer questions and discuss the proposals.

A second community session is scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, at Hamilton Southeastern High School. The same open-house format will be used for that meeting.

The HSE School Board will receive an update on the redistricting process during its regular meeting Wednesday night. Public comments on the three proposed maps will continue to be accepted for the next two to three weeks.

According to the district’s published timeline, Woolpert will compile feedback and data during November. A final redistricting recommendation is expected to be presented to the school board for a vote in December.

For more information and to view the proposed maps, visit the HSE Schools redistricting webpage [at this link].

When it came time to name the new pedestrian bridge spanning the White River between Fishers’ Delaware Township and Carmel’s Clay Township, local officials sought guidance from Native American tribes. Because there was no single historic tribal name for the river, tribal representatives suggested naming the bridge after a natural feature along its banks. The name “Bur Oak” was chosen, honoring the stately trees that grow near the river.

The Bur Oak Bridge has been a vision more than 30 years in the making. Its completion represents a partnership among multiple levels of local government — Clay Township, the City of Carmel, Delaware Township, the City of Fishers, and Hamilton County — who worked together to bring the long-discussed project to life.

The new bridge connects several regional trail networks and will serve both pedestrians and cyclists, enhancing recreation and accessibility on both sides of the river.

A large crowd gathered Monday afternoon for the ribbon-cutting ceremony held at the center of the bridge, on the Carmel side.

Hamilton County Commissioner Christine Altman praised the project as an example of what can be accomplished when governments collaborate. Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness commended the dedication of all those involved in the effort, while Delaware Township Trustee Debbie Driskell expressed gratitude to the many individuals and agencies who helped make the bridge a reality.

Multi-platinum pop artist Conan Gray will make a stop in Fishers early next year as part of his newly announced 2026 Wishbone World Tour. The global tour includes 42 cities and will feature special guest Esha Tewari. Gray is scheduled to perform at the Fishers Event Center on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

The tour supports Gray’s fourth studio album, Wishbone (Republic Records), which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Album Sales chart and Top 3 on the Billboard 200, marking the biggest release of his career. The announcement follows a successful run of shows on his Wishbone Pajama Show Tour, which sold out venues across the U.S. and Mexico earlier this year, including Gray’s debut at the famed Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Ticket Information
Fans can register for the artist presale by signing up at conangray.lnk.to/tour. No presale codes are required, and access will be linked to Ticketmaster accounts for North American dates. The general ticket sales begin Friday, October 24 at 9 a.m. local time.

A variety of VIP packages and fan experiences will also be available. Details on pricing and package options are listed at conangray.com.

About Conan Gray
Since first gaining attention with his 2020 debut album Kid Krow, Gray has become one of pop music’s defining Gen Z voices. His breakout hit “Heather” has surpassed 2 billion streams, while other singles such as “Maniac,” “Comfort Crowd,” and “Wish You Were Sober” have earned multi-platinum certifications.

Over his past three albums—Superache (2022), Found Heaven (2024), and Wishbone (2025)—Gray has amassed more than 12 billion global streams. He’s performed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with Seth Meyers, and TODAY, and sold out major arenas including Madison Square Garden, the Kia Forum, and Wembley Arena.

Gray’s Wishbone album, released in August 2025, includes 12 self-written tracks and features production by longtime collaborator Dan Nigro, as well as Ethan Gruska, Noah Conrad, Luka Kloser, and Elvira Anderfjärd.

About Esha Tewari
Opening for Gray will be Esha Tewari, a 19-year-old alternative singer-songwriter who rose to fame through social media and viral singles like “with ease,” “beautiful boy,” and “you were mine.” Her 2025 Wraith tour sold out venues across North America and Australia, establishing her as one of the genre’s fastest-rising stars.

Tickets for Conan Gray’s Fishers performance go on sale October 24 through Ticketmaster.

Fishers Police are investigating reports of shots fired over the weekend in the Sunblest neighborhood that resulted in property damage but no injuries.

According to a statement from the Fishers Police Department, officers responded to the area and found damage to both a home and a vehicle in the 7700 block of Sunblest Boulevard. No one was injured during the incident.

“We’re actively investigating reports of damaged property as a result of shots fired in the Sunblest Neighborhood,” police said in a statement. “Our officers will not tolerate this activity in our city and will utilize all of our resources to find the person or persons responsible.”

Police say they will increase patrols and their presence in the area as the investigation continues.

Residents who may have information or video related to the incident are urged to contact the Fishers Police Department at 317-595-3300.

When I married my wife Jane and moved to Fishers, Indiana, in May 1991, the town’s population was just over 7,500, according to the 1990 census. I knew Fishers would grow — but I never imagined that, by 2025, the city would be home to more than 107,000 residents.

The growth has gone far beyond population. Employment, business development, and international attention have followed. I certainly couldn’t have predicted that Fishers would one day become the North American headquarters for the only U.S.-based Formula 1 team.

That Fishers-based Cadillac Formula 1 team is set to make its debut on the F1 grid in 2026. The facility has already drawn international media eager to cover the newest entry into the world’s most prestigious racing series.

Just down the road from Cadillac’s complex sits another global racing presence — the American headquarters of PREMA Racing. Based in Italy, PREMA has long been a powerhouse in Formula 2 and Formula 3 competition. The team entered the IndyCar Series this past season, fielding cars for drivers Robert Shwartzman and Callum Ilott.

PREMA CEO Piers Phillips oversees the team’s 100,000-square-foot facility in Fishers. The team made an immediate impression in its debut season, particularly with Shwartzman’s surprise pole position at the 2025 Indianapolis 500.

However, recent reports suggest the team’s future in IndyCar may be uncertain. Racer Magazine, a well-respected source within the motorsports community, described PREMA as “at a crossroads,” noting the team may be seeking new investors or partners to sustain its U.S. operations.

Adding to the speculation, veteran racing journalist Marshall Pruett reported on his podcast that Michael Andretti — who recently sold his stake in Andretti Global to longtime business partner Dan Towriss — has been rumored “for a while” to be considering an investment or purchase of the PREMA IndyCar program.

None of the involved parties have issued official comments or confirmations, but the reports come from typically reliable sources within the racing world.

Regardless of how these developments unfold, Fishers has already established itself as an unexpected player on the international motorsports stage. From Cadillac’s forthcoming Formula 1 effort to PREMA’s IndyCar base, this once-small town continues to make an outsized impact.

Here’s hoping that PREMA — and its Fishers headquarters — remain part of the IndyCar grid in 2026.

The Indy Fuel wrapped up their opening weekend at home Saturday night, falling 4–1 to the Toledo Walleye in front of the home crowd at the Fishers Event Center. Despite controlling much of the pace and outshooting Toledo 26–23, the Fuel couldn’t overcome a strong Walleye special-teams performance that included two shorthanded goals.

The first period set the tone for a physical matchup. At 9:28, former Fuel forward Darby Llewellyn dropped the gloves with Indy’s Jadon Joseph, earning both five-minute majors for fighting. Less than a minute later, Toledo’s Sam Craggs took a penalty to give Indy its first power play, but the Walleye penalty kill held strong. The period ended scoreless, with the Fuel holding an 8–5 edge in shots.

The intensity carried into the second period. Toledo’s Collin Sawyer was assessed a five-minute major for an illegal check to the head midway through the frame, but Indy couldn’t convert on the extended advantage. Llewellyn made his presence felt again at 16:05, scoring a shorthanded goal to give Toledo a 1–0 lead. The Walleye held that advantage through the end of the period despite being outshot 10–8.

Toledo extended its lead in the third. After several early penalty kills by both teams, the Walleye’s Denis Smirnov found the net twice in quick succession — first on a power play at 13:02, then again just over a minute later following a boarding penalty on Indy’s Lee Lapid. That made it 3–0.

Things unraveled further for the Fuel when Llewellyn went to the box for slashing at 15:17. Instead of cutting the deficit, Indy gave up its second shorthanded goal of the night as Nolan Moyle scored to make it 4–0 Toledo.

The Fuel salvaged a late tally when Brett Moravec scored on the power play with 36 seconds remaining, assisted by Lapid and Joseph. The goal brought the final to 4–1, marking Indy’s first loss of the young season.

Indy finished with a 26–23 edge in shots on goal and showed flashes of offensive pressure throughout the game, but the Walleye’s penalty killing and opportunistic scoring made the difference.

The Fuel are having a rough start this season with two home losses and scoring the first goal in two games in the final minute Saturday after the game was essentially decided.

The Fuel will look to regroup as they continue their early-season schedule, with a home game Saturday, October 25, facing the Cincinnati Cyclones.

Halloween is not even here yet, but the City of Fishers is already set to prepare for the Christmas season.  Starting October 20, watch for city crews to be installing Christmas lights along 116th Street in the general area of downtown.

That is one of the many updates in the weekly Fishers area road construction report.  Here is the report for the work week starting Monday, October 20, as provided by the City of Fishers:

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