As construction continues on Cadillac’s Formula 1 facility in Fishers, the new team has quietly taken an important first step on the track.

Cadillac completed its first full preseason test in Bahrain ahead of the March 8 season-opening Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. For a brand-new team, the early focus was not flashy lap times but something more basic — reliability and repetition.

According to multiple motorsports reports, Cadillac logged more than 1,700 kilometers during the Bahrain test, the equivalent of roughly five full race distances. The team reportedly ran more than 100 laps on each day of testing, a significant benchmark for any new entry trying to establish operational stability.

There were a few expected hiccups. One on-track stoppage triggered a red flag during testing, and another session required extended garage time for repairs. But the overall takeaway from credible reporting was that Cadillac accomplished what new teams most need to accomplish: get through programs, collect data, and avoid major mechanical failures.

Testing lap times can be misleading in modern Formula 1. Teams run different fuel loads, tire compounds and engine settings, often masking their true pace. Observers noted that Cadillac appeared to focus on long runs and systems work rather than chasing headline times on the timing sheets.

Drivers Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas have tempered expectations publicly while making clear the team is not entering Formula 1 simply to participate. In interviews, Pérez acknowledged that a championship challenge is unrealistic in year one, but said the team would be disappointed to finish last given the level of investment and recruitment behind the project.

Cadillac will debut this season using Ferrari power units while building its long-term technical program. Much of that development work is expected to be tied to the new campus under construction in Fishers, which has been publicly described as a central hub for the American side of the operation.

For local residents watching the Fishers facility take shape, the early signs suggest Cadillac should at least arrive in Melbourne race-ready. The more realistic short-term goal appears to be finishing races consistently, executing clean weekends and capitalizing when opportunities arise — the traditional path for new teams trying to establish themselves in the midfield.

Formula 1 history shows that year-one results rarely tell the whole story. What matters is whether a new organization can build infrastructure, refine processes and accelerate development as the season progresses.

That long game now has a visible address in Fishers.

When the lights go out in Australia on March 8, the team on the grid will represent not just a global manufacturer entering Formula 1, but a growing Central Indiana footprint aiming to compete on the world’s biggest motorsports stage.

Families planning ahead for summer break can now register for the City of Fishers’ 2026 Summer Camps.

City officials say a variety of camp options are being offered through the Fishers Community Center, Strengthened by IU Health, and the Fishers Art Center. Programs are designed to provide active, creative and engaging experiences for children of various ages.

At the Fishers Community Center, camps focus on activity, social interaction and adventure, with flexible scheduling options aimed at busy families. Offerings include full-day, half-day and enrichment camps for children ages 3 and older. New this year are half-day preschool camps for children ages 3 to 5.

The camp season runs June 1 through July 31, 2026. Full-day camp hours are available from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For more on these camps, use this link.

The Fishers Art Center will again offer creative, week-long camps designed to inspire young artists. Camps are available in half-day and full-day formats for ages 4 through 18.

Art Center camps explore a variety of artistic disciplines, ranging from traditional media such as drawing and painting to hands-on work with plaster and digital design. Organizers say students will receive hands-on instruction in a supportive studio environment.

Fishers residents are eligible for membership rates at the Art Center, and multiple camp themes and sessions are available throughout the summer.

More information on the art camps can be found at this link.

City officials describe the camps as opportunities for children to explore new interests, build skills and make new friends during the summer months.

The Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation is preparing for its largest fundraiser of the year.

The 2026 Legacy Celebration, presented by CSO, will be held Friday, February 20, at the Fishers Event Center. Foundation officials say proceeds from the event benefit all 22 Hamilton Southeastern Schools buildings.

The evening’s entertainment features performances by Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms, giving the annual fundraiser a concert atmosphere while supporting local classrooms.

Buy concert tickets  using this link.

According to the foundation, funds raised through the Legacy Celebration help provide classroom and school grants rooted in innovation across all grade levels. The event also supports student scholarships awarded through the foundation.

In addition to the live event, the HSEF Silent Auction is now open to the public. Organizers say anyone attending the concert — or supporting from home — can participate. Bidding remains open until 11 p.m. on February 20.

Among the auction offerings this year:

• Gift baskets from all 22 school PTOs
• Travel experiences to South Africa, Alaska, Croatia and other destinations
• A week at Camp Crosley
• A VIP show package from Live Nation
• Suite tickets to an Indy Fuel game
• A Traeger grill
• Autographed items from Indiana University football coach Curt Cignetti, Purdue basketball standout Braden Smith, and Colts legend Peyton Manning

Foundation leaders say the variety of items allows community members to support HSE students at multiple price points.

Those interested in viewing or bidding on auction items can register through Qtego by texting HSEF to 79230. The foundation is also posting previews of auction packages on its social media channels.

View the silent auction with this link.

Organizers say the Legacy Celebration not only raises critical funds for innovative classroom projects and scholarships, but also highlights the strong community support behind Hamilton Southeastern Schools.

It’s that time of year when we have very cold conditions followed by warmer temperatures. It is good to have the warmer weather back, but the freeze/thaw cycle creates potholes.  Be aware of city crews filling potholes throughout the city in the coming days and weeks.  Give them space to do their jobs.

Here is the full road construction report, as provided by the City of Fishers, for the work week starting Monday, February 16:

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The Indy Fuel opened a three-games-in-three-days weekend Friday night in Fort Wayne with a high-scoring battle that ended in overtime, as the Fort Wayne Komets skated away with a 5-4 victory.

Fort Wayne struck first in the opening period. Matt Copponi found the back of the net at 9:54, assisted by Komets captain Alex Aleardi. Aleardi followed with an unassisted goal at 11:15 to give the home team a 2-0 lead.

The Fuel answered quickly. Jeremie Bucheler netted his first goal of the season at 11:44, trimming the deficit to 2-1. Brandon Shultz, a recent addition to the Indy roster, picked up the assist.

Indy carried that momentum into the second period. Just 23 seconds in, Brett Moravec tied the game, converting a feed from Lee Lapid and Jesse Tucker. The contest grew more physical midway through the period, with multiple roughing penalties assessed to both teams.

The Fuel took their first lead of the night at 7:57 when Tucker finished a play set up by Moravec. But the advantage was short-lived. After Will Ennis was called for high-sticking, William Dufour capitalized on the power play at 8:51 to even the score at 3-3.

Fort Wayne regained the lead in the third period when Austin Magera scored at 6:26. Indy responded again at 9:03, as Jadon Joseph tied the game with assists from Tyler Paquette and Christian Berger.

Both teams had late opportunities. The Komets failed to convert on an interference penalty against Chris Cameron, and the Fuel could not cash in on their first power play chance of the night after Tyler Inamoto was sent off for tripping.

In overtime, Fuel goaltender Owen Flores made several key saves to keep Indy alive. However, Jalen Smereck finally broke through, scoring the game-winner to secure the extra point and a 5-4 victory for Fort Wayne.

The loss drops Indy to 0-1 on the demanding weekend slate as the Fuel look to regroup in their Saturday at home, again facing the Komets.

A Fishers Police K9 team, assisted by a department drone pilot, apprehended a man wanted in several Indiana counties following a late-night crash and foot pursuit on the city’s east side.

According to a social media post from the Fishers Police Department, officers responded around 11 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, to a crash near 104th Street and Olio Road. The caller reported that four men had run from the vehicle following the crash. By the time officers arrived, three of the men had returned to the scene. The driver, however, remained at large.

Police said a brief foot pursuit followed as officers searched for the suspect. A Fishers Police drone pilot deployed a drone equipped with thermal imaging technology and located a person hiding in a tree line. The drone operator provided what police described as “overwatch” to officers on the ground, including a K9 unit.

The suspect was taken into custody without further incident.

Police identified the driver as Daniel Morales Senovio, of Indianapolis. Once in custody, officers learned he had multiple outstanding warrants in Hamilton, Clark and Jasper counties.

Senovio faces the following charges in connection with the Fishers incident:

• Resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanor
• False identity statement, Class A misdemeanor
• Leaving the scene of an accident, Class B misdemeanor
• Operating a motor vehicle without ever receiving a license, Class C misdemeanor

Police also arrested Anthony Gonzalez, of Indianapolis, on a Marion County warrant. Gonzalez is wanted on a Level 6 felony charge of residential entry.

Healthy aging is something most of us think about — but not always soon enough.

As someone now in my mid-70s, I’ve come to understand that staying healthy requires intention. It means asking questions, planning ahead, and focusing not just on longevity, but quality of life.

Ascension St. Vincent recently hosted a program at the Fishers YMCA centered on what medical professionals call the “4Ms” of age-friendly health care: What Matters, Medication, Mentation and Mobility. The framework is designed to help people stay independent, protect cognitive health, and make informed decisions about their care as the years move on.

Prior to that event, I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Peter Bustamante of Ascension St. Vincent, a physician specializing in healthy aging, along with former NFL quarterback Archie Manning, who has become an advocate for healthy, active living.

Our conversation covers practical steps people can take now to protect their health — and why thinking ahead can make all the difference.

My podcast series is sponsored by Citizens State Bank.

You can listen to the full podcast at this link and the link below.

The latest episode of Fridays With Larry is now available.

This week, I reflect on the memory of the 17-year-old Fishers high school student whose recent death has deeply affected our community, and I talk about the remarkable way her family and the Fishers community have come together to honor her life.

I also discuss current issues before the Hamilton Southeastern School Board and legislative proposals at the Statehouse that local governments, including Fishers, are opposing.

My guest this week is Anthony Busack, onsite owner of the Goddard School in Fishers. We talk about early childhood education and why those early years matter so much in a child’s development.

Fridays With Larry is sponsored by Citizens State Bank.

You can view the podcast on YouTube at this link, listen at this link or use the links below.