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Colts name five captains ahead of Indianapolis home opener, setting leadership for Week 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium

Coach Shane Steichen announced five player-elected captains as the Colts head into the 2026-2027 season; selections include veterans and a newly elevated defensive signal-caller. The team opens at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sept. 13.

Indiana ends routine ambulance diversion for crowded emergency departments

Indiana’s September policy change limits ambulance diversion to disasters or critical infrastructure failures, according to state health officials.

Colts WR Keenan Allen speaks for the first time since arrest

After a Sunday arrest on preliminary DWI charges, Keenan Allen spoke Thursday and the Colts’ leadership said he will play in Week 1. Team officials have kept discussions private while the legal matter proceeds.

Westfield short-term rental complaints spotlight limits on local regulation and potential impacts on housing and tax revenue

A Westfield resident says a nearby large short-term rental is causing noise, parking and trespassing problems, but city officials say state law limits local restrictions. Mayor Scott Willis says the city can enforce traffic and noise rules but broader limits on rentals are constrained by state action.

Lawrence police aid ICE after barricade at local business, underscoring public-safety impacts for Indiana firms

Lawrence Police assisted federal immigration officers after a man with extraditable felony warrants barricaded himself inside a Lawrence business, Deputy Chief Travis Cline said. Officers used a police canine to take the man into custody after ICE requested help because of potential danger to people inside.

Fishers approval clears path for 124‑room Atwell Suites, advancing Saxony mixed‑use development

Fishers’ PUD Committee unanimously approved architecture and site plans Sept. 2 for a four‑story, 124‑room Atwell Suites at E. 134th Street and Olio Road after revised designs ended a roughly two‑year hold.

Noblesville $64M development set to boost downtown housing, retail and trail access

Noblesville and Flaherty & Collins broke ground Sept. 2 on The Granary, a $64 million mixed‑use project that will add 223 apartments, roughly 5,000 square feet of retail and about 300 structured parking spaces. The Noblesville Common Council approved the development in August 2024, and construction is expected to finish by the end of 2028.

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Goodman Campbell Whitestown expansion enlarges central Indiana health-care footprint

Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine marked a topping-out for a 12,000-square-foot clinic at 5993 Perry Worth Road in Whitestown that will include 14 clinic rooms, a pain procedure room and on-site X-ray. The facility is expected to open in late spring 2027.

Indiana consumers could see more Florida oranges after $196M state investment and 5% production gain

Florida has committed a record $196 million to research, grove rehabilitation and new plantings as industry officials say orange production rose 5% this season, WISH-TV reports. The station notes Indiana shoppers buying Florida citrus are cited as supporting U.S. farmers and agricultural jobs.

September theater lineup in Central Indiana could boost box office and student showcases

Arts critic Tom Alvarez highlighted a busy September theater calendar across central Indiana, with musicals, dramas, a world premiere and a student-led Latin showcase among scheduled productions.

Indianapolis mixologist’s Alcomy LLC to serve Bandero cocktails at U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway Park

Bandero Tequila is sponsoring Swedish Top Fuel driver Ida Zetterström at the U.S. Nationals Sept. 4–7, and has partnered with Indianapolis mixologist Brett Butler and his Alcomy LLC to offer branded cocktails and hospitality at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, WISH-TV reports.

Pacers Athletic Center to host Gus Macker tourney Oct. 3-4, bringing teams and volunteer demand to Westfield while funding IU Simon cancer research

The Gus Macker 3-on-3 basketball tournament returns to the Pacers Athletic Center Oct. 3-4, drawing teams, volunteers and weekend court use to Westfield and directing proceeds to the Indiana University Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center. Registration and volunteer information are available through event pages.

Children’s Museum overhaul centers 158‑year‑old Reuben Wells, a potential boost to Indianapolis visitor draw

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis will reopen a renovated train exhibit Sept. 26, featuring a restored 158‑year‑old Reuben Wells locomotive with new interactive technology and accessibility upgrades. The refreshed attraction is included with regular museum admission.

Zionsville approves $12.6M sewer contract with Indianapolis firm, shifting local infrastructure spending

Zionsville approved a roughly $12.6 million public‑private agreement with Indianapolis‑based Bowen Engineering to oversee a series of sewer system upgrades. Financing will include more than $7 million in bonds and town cash, officials said.

Citizens State Bank withdrawal stalls Fishers commercial project, leaving retail lot vacant

Citizens State Bank has withdrawn a rezone request for a proposed standalone branch on 116th Street near Olio Road in Fishers after council concerns about site access. The .83-acre parcel next to Kroger remains undeveloped.

Carmel floods create urgent need for remediation services and financial aid in Hamilton County

Weeks after floodwaters receded in east Carmel, dozens of households face extended recovery while homeowners contend with gutted homes, contamination risks and insurance gaps. Local charities and the Hamilton County Community Foundation are collecting donations to help cover unmet needs.

Colts finalize QB depth chart; Anthony Richardson named backup in Indianapolis

Coach Shane Steichen announced Anthony Richardson will be the Indianapolis Colts’ backup quarterback after a preseason competition with Riley Leonard. The decision follows Richardson’s preseason improvement and a front-office statement that he will remain with the team this year.

Braun extends Indiana gas-tax holiday through Oct. 6, aiming to relieve pump costs for Hoosiers

Gov. Mike Braun extended the state gas tax holiday for 30 days, suspending Indiana’s gasoline use and excise taxes through Oct. 6. The governor said the pause is intended to ease household costs and will be reviewed again in 30 days.

Indiana keeps pump prices among nation’s lowest by tapping reserves to extend gas tax break

Gov. Mike Braun and legislative leaders agreed to use state reserve funds to continue suspending Indiana’s gas taxes through early October, the governor said, keeping consumer relief in place while officials say road funding will be preserved.

Braun extends 30-day gas tax pause through Oct. 6, pledges reserves to keep INDOT projects funded

Governor Mike Braun extended the suspension of Indiana's Gasoline Usage and Gasoline Excise taxes through Oct. 6 for all 92 counties and said he will tap state reserves so highway projects and local units are not cut. He will reevaluate the pause in 30 days.

Jeff’s Bagel Run to open first Indiana location in Fishers, expanding local breakfast market

Jeff’s Bagel Run plans its first Indiana location at 11745 Allisonville Road in Fishers, listed as “coming soon” on the chain’s website. A spokesperson told the publication the store is expected to open by the end of this year, and the franchise’s site says it operates 49 restaurants across multiple states.

Carmel investigation report completed on Christkindlmarkt — council to decide whether findings affect local nonprofit governance

Dentons Bingham Greenebaum delivered its final report on the Carmel Christkindlmarkt investigation to the city before the Aug. 20 deadline, Councilor Ryan Locke confirmed. The council is coordinating with its attorney to determine whether to discuss or release the report.