The City of Fishers has changed-up the format of the weekly road construction report.  Instead of starting the listing with the State Road 37 and Clear Path updates, it relegates those items to the end, but starts the listing with the expected local road closures.

So, if you are accustomed to the old format, this will be new, but many will see this as a better way to communicate with the public.

With that in mind, here is the Fishers area road construction report, as provided by the City of Fishers, for the work week starting Monday, January 12:

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Onyx+East has announced the sales launch of Nickel Row, a 35-unit luxury townhome community planned along the Nickel Plate Trail in Fishers.

The three-story townhomes will be built adjacent to the popular rails-to-trails multi-use path, providing residents with direct access to the trail and walkable connections to downtown Fishers. Vertical construction is expected to begin in February, according to the builder. The first model home, located at 11356 Fishers Pointe Boulevard, is scheduled for completion in September.

Homes at Nickel Row will start in the mid-$500,000s and are designed to offer a walkable, suburban lifestyle. Each brick townhome will feature open-concept floor plans, energy-efficient technology, high-end finishes and attached two-car garages. Buyers may choose from multiple floor plans ranging from 2,190 to 2,317 square feet, with three to four bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 bathrooms. Twelve of the homes will also offer optional private elevators.

Onyx+East said buyers will have access to its local design center and professional team to customize finishes and features throughout the home.

The community’s location places residents within a 10-minute walk of the Nickel Plate District, which includes restaurants, shopping, hotels and entertainment venues such as the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. Fishers has consistently been recognized as one of Indiana’s top places to live and is home to a highly rated school district.

“Nickel Row is an exciting milestone for Onyx+East as we expand our footprint in Fishers and throughout all of Hamilton County,” said Kelli Lawrence, CEO of Onyx+East. “With direct access to the Nickel Plate Trail and proximity to downtown Fishers, Nickel Row offers an opportunity to enjoy modern living in one of the best locations on Indianapolis’ north side.”

Nickel Row marks Onyx+East’s first development in Fishers. The company is also building homes at Flora in Carmel and plans to break ground in Westfield in 2026 on Trillium, a subdivision planned along the Monon Trail.

Lieutenant Dustin Dixon, a 24-year veteran of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and a U.S. Army veteran, has filed as a Republican candidate for Hamilton County Sheriff.

Dixon is currently a lieutenant with the Sheriff’s Office, overseeing day shift patrol operations, including animal control and probation security. He is in his 24th year with the agency and has served in a variety of leadership and operational roles during his career.

He began working for Hamilton County in 2001 as the Pretrial Diversion Coordinator for the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office before being hired in 2002 as a Merit Deputy with the Sheriff’s Office. Over the years, Dixon has held assignments in Patrol, Investigations, the Canine Unit, and the agency’s Tactical Team. He graduated as an Honor Graduate from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in 2003 and is also a graduate of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Leadership Academy and the Hamilton County Leadership Academy.

Dixon holds a bachelor’s degree in criminology and criminal justice from Ball State University, with a minor in finance. While in college, he worked as a juvenile corrections officer and completed an internship with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. He is a member of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 103 and serves as the Sheriff’s Office liaison.

In addition to his law enforcement career, Dixon is involved in several community organizations. He serves as president of Shop For Kids, vice president of the Noblesville Youth Assistance Program, and is involved with the Morse Waterways Association and the Elks Lodge.

Dixon is also a business partner and client manager for a local security consulting and staffing firm, where he oversees client relations and administrative operations.

His campaign has received the endorsement of retired Indiana State Police Superintendent and former Hamilton County Sheriff Doug Carter, who is serving as honorary campaign chairman.

“Dustin Dixon is the right leader for Hamilton County,” Carter said. “His integrity, character, and commitment to public service are unmatched.”

Dixon said he decided to run for sheriff to continue serving the community and the Sheriff’s Office.

“I am running for Hamilton County Sheriff because this community has trusted me to serve and protect it for nearly 25 years,” Dixon said. “Public safety will always be my number one priority.”

Dixon and his wife, Roslynn, have been married for 23 years and live in Noblesville. They have a 16-year-old son and a retired K-9, Fonzie.

Juanita Albright has officially filed paperwork with the Hamilton County Election Office to seek the District 31 seat in the Indiana Senate, which represents Fishers and portions of north Indianapolis.

Albright previously announced her intention to run for the seat. She currently serves on the Hamilton Southeastern School Board, works as a local physician, and has been a resident of Fishers for the past 20 years.

Albright is, so far, the only formally announced Republican candidate in the race. Fishers City Councilor Tiffanie Ditlevson has established an exploratory committee and is considering a run for the seat, which will be open following Sen. Kyle Walker’s announcement that he will not seek another term in the Indiana Senate.

On the Democratic side, several candidates have already announced plans to compete in the May 5 primary election.

One person was killed early this morning in a fiery crash on Interstate 69 that shut down traffic in both directions for several hours.

According to the Indiana State Police, emergency crews were dispatched just before 3 a.m. Wednesday to a serious crash in the southbound lanes of I-69 near the 212 mile marker. First responders arrived to find two heavily damaged vehicles engulfed in flames, with debris scattered across the interstate.

A preliminary investigation determined that a southbound SUV rear-ended a heavy-duty utility truck that was traveling at highway speeds and carrying welding supplies. The impact ignited tanks containing oxygen and acetylene, causing a large fire.

The driver of the SUV was trapped in the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the utility truck was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and was released a short time later. Police emphasized that the utility truck was not stopped at the time of the crash.

The Hamilton County Coroner’s Office recovered the remains of the deceased driver and is working to confirm the person’s identity.

Due to the crash debris, vehicle fires and a significant fuel spill, both southbound and northbound lanes of I-69 were closed. Southbound lanes remained closed for nearly six hours while investigators worked the scene and crews removed wreckage. Northbound lanes were closed for almost four hours and required heavy equipment to clear debris and fuel that covered all three lanes for approximately 50 yards.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and no additional information was released.

Community Health Network will not continue providing school-based behavioral health services to Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) Schools after the end of the current school year, prompting district officials to begin reviewing alternative options.

HSE spokesperson Emily Abbotts said the decision is part of a broader shift by Community Health Network and is not specific to the district.

“Community Health is ending all its school-based behavioral health contracts,” Abbotts told LarryInFishers.

District officials are evaluating available options and plan to provide an update once next steps are finalized. Abbotts emphasized that other partnerships between HSE and Community Health Network will remain in place.

“This change does not impact our existing partnerships with Community Health related to school nursing, sports medicine, or clinic services,” she said.

In 2023, HSE was awarded a $5.7 million grant to expand mental health services across the district. While the funding allowed for the addition of district-employed social workers and counselors, the initiative initially drew concern from some school board members who questioned the district’s role in providing mental health services. The expansion ultimately supplemented internal staff while continuing to rely on external therapists contracted through Community Health Network.

In July 2024, the school board approved a Behavioral Health Services Letter Agreement with Community Health Network, requiring the district to pay $33,333 per month for school-based mental health services. At the time, board members designated the agreement as a year-to-year decision.

The City of Fishers is inviting residents to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through service and community involvement as part of its 2026 MLK Jr. Day observance, highlighted by a citywide food drive and several volunteer opportunities.

With local food pantries facing increased demand and reduced supplies following the holidays, Fishers will host a community-wide food drive on Monday, Jan. 19, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. City officials say the effort is designed to reflect Dr. King’s message of kindness and service while addressing a growing local need. Last year, Fishers residents donated approximately 30,000 pounds of food, and organizers hope to surpass that total this year.

Residents are encouraged to donate food or volunteer their time during the drive. Volunteer shifts are available at Kroger locations in Fishers on Jan. 19, including from 10 a.m. to noon and from noon to 2 p.m. at Kroger stores located at 7272 Fishers Crossing Drive and 11700 Olio Road.

Food donations will be accepted in advance from Monday, Jan. 5, through Friday, Jan. 16, at several locations, including Fishers City Hall, the Fishers YMCA, and the Fishers Community Center. On MLK Day itself, donations will be collected from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kroger stores at 9799 E. 116th Street, 11700 Olio Road, and 7272 Fishers Crossing Drive.

For those unable to donate in person, the city is also offering online giving options through Amazon and Walmart wish lists. Requested items include nonperishable foods such as canned beans, fruits, meats and soups, boxed pasta, peanut butter, cereal, meal cups, snack bars, and breakfast items. Glass containers are not accepted.

In addition to the food drive, Fishers residents can participate in other service-oriented activities connected to the MLK holiday. On Saturday, Jan. 17, volunteers can help plant onion seeds at the Fishers AgriPark, Strengthened by IU Health. The planting will take place from 9:30 to 11 a.m. inside the heated AgriPark barn, with space limited.

Fishers Parks is also offering a creative way to honor Dr. King through its annual “I Have a Dream” yard sign activity. Residents can stop by the Fishers Parks headquarters to create a free, customized yard sign using provided materials. The drop-in activity does not require registration, and signs will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Details and hours are available at FishersParks.com.

The City of Fishers thanked its community partners, including Good Samaritan Network, Memory Ventures, and Kroger, for supporting this year’s MLK Jr. Day activities.

The Republican primary ballot for sheriff is expected to be composed of a number of hopefuls, now that incumbent Dennis Quakenbush is term-limited and not able to run for another term.

John Lowes, chief deputy of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, has filed to run for Hamilton County sheriff in the upcoming Republican primary. Lowes, a career law enforcement officer with more than 28 years of experience, is seeking the office as Quakenbush prepares to conclude his second term in 2026.

Lowes currently oversees the day-to-day operations of the Sheriff’s Office and working with deputies and command staff on public safety efforts across the county. During his career, Lowes has held a variety of roles, including patrol, investigations, field training and administrative assignments.

In a statement announcing his candidacy, Lowes said he is running to provide experienced leadership and maintain public safety in Hamilton County.

“I am running for Sheriff because I believe Hamilton County deserves experienced conservative leadership that will protect our families, uphold the Constitution, and enforce the law fairly and firmly,” Lowes said. “Public safety requires vigilance, accountability, and a commitment to conservative principles that put the rule of law first.”

Lowes will appear on the Republican primary ballot in May.

Quakenbush has endorsed Lowes’ candidacy. In announcing his support, the sheriff cited Lowes’ experience and leadership within the department.

“John Lowes has served our community with integrity for more than two decades and has proven himself to be a capable and trusted leader,” Quakenbush said. “As Chief Deputy, he has played a central role in leading our department and ensuring we remain focused on transparency, accountability, and keeping Hamilton County safe.”

Lowes said he is grateful for the endorsement and emphasized continuity within the Sheriff’s Office.

“Dennis Quakenbush has led this department with professionalism and a clear focus on public safety,” Lowes said. “I am honored by his support and committed to building on the strong foundation that has been established to keep Hamilton County safe.”