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Citizens Energy lifted Oct. 13 boil-water advisory for parts of Boone and Marion counties

Citizens Energy Group said the precautionary boil-water advisory affecting parts of Boone and Marion counties was lifted the morning of 2026-10-13 after water-quality tests confirmed compliance, Current Publishing reported. The advisory had been issued Oct. 11 following a northwest Indianapolis water main break that dropped system pressure.

Carmel restaurateur calls city 'a great place for business, family' in Oct. 10 column

In an Oct. 10, 2026 column in Current Publishing, a Carmel restaurant owner and longtime resident described the city as "a great place for business, family," identified his restaurant and said he was among Carmel's first minority-owned business operators.

Boone County auditor accused of negligence, could be removed from office

According to Current Publishing, Boone County Attorney Beth Copeland presented 22 alleged violations by Auditor Debbie Crum and commissioners and the county council met Oct. 6, 2026 to hear arguments for Crum’s removal; allegations include leaking personal data of 290 employees, delayed innkeeper’s tax implementation and lack of internal controls.

IR-28 chassis to undergo two-day Sebring test Oct. 12–13 with Palou, Rossi driving

INDYCAR.com reports that the new IR-28 chassis will be tested at Sebring International Raceway on Oct. 12–13, 2026, with Alex Palou and Alexander Rossi scheduled to drive. Kyle Kirkwood and Scott McLaughlin will run Firestone tire tests in current INDYCAR machinery during the same sessions.

Noblesville residents frustrated following State of the City

Current Publishing reported Noblesville residents complained after Mayor Chris Jensen’s State of the City address at Riverview Arena at Innovation Mile, citing a $75 admission fee, daytime scheduling and questions about a road labeled “CJ Way.” Jensen said the road is named for his son and the presentation will be posted online.

Noblesville Boom partners with Noblesville and Westfield Washington schools on 2026‑27 education and ticket programs

Current Publishing reported Oct. 8, 2026 that the Noblesville Boom has partnered with Noblesville Schools and Westfield Washington Schools to provide educational programming, game-day experiences and special ticket packages during the 2026‑27 season, including school nights and a STEM-focused Education Day on March 10, 2027.

Carmel's former Horton Fan Factory becomes 88,000‑sq‑ft performing-arts, sports and wellness center

Current Publishing reports developer Turner Woodard converted the 88,000‑square‑foot former Horton Fan Factory at 201 W. Carmel Dr. into the Carmel Performing Arts & Sports Center, home to gymnastics, dance, training, wellness tenants and an eight‑court indoor pickleball venue. Woodard bought the 5.5‑acre site in 2021.

Brownsburg schools project higher tax rate, $3.8M more in cuts as families protest bus walking zones

Reported by Current Publishing, Brownsburg Community School Corporation projects a tax rate of about $1.58 next year (up from $1.46) and says it needs $3.8 million in additional budget cuts. Proposed steps include changing INPRS eligibility for many support staff, delaying raises and expanding parent-responsibility walking zones.

Fishers plan commission issues no recommendation on Heart & Soul campus rezone; City Council will decide

After an Oct. 7, 2026 public hearing, the Fishers Plan Commission issued no recommendation on a rezoning request for the proposed Heart & Soul Community Campus at 11616 126th St.; the request would allow a place of worship, outdoor recreation and small-scale commercial uses and will go to Fishers City Council. (Current Publishing)

Def Leppard’s 45-date 2027 North American tour is scheduled to end July 2, 2027 in Indianapolis; tickets go on sale Oct. 16

Loudwire reports Def Leppard’s 45-date 2027 North American tour is currently set to conclude July 2, 2027, in Indianapolis. Supporting acts include the Goo Goo Dolls and the Struts. Artist Fan Club and Citi/Verizon presales start Oct. 12; general onsale begins Oct. 16 at 10AM local via LiveNation.com.

Brownsburg shifts National Night Out to Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, adding room for vendors and activities

Reported by Current Publishing on 2026-10-07, Brownsburg Police held their annual National Night Out at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, running from 5 to 7:30 p.m., to allow more vendors, parking and activities. The evening included public safety demonstrations, vehicle tours, free food, and the Brownsburg Sertoma Club presenting checks to three nonprofits.

Egg Republic brings high energy to breakfast

Mann brothers open Friendly Market at Wheeler Road and 181st in Westfield; give $2,500 to Student Impact

According to Current Publishing, brothers Jesse and Soni Mann cut the ribbon Oct. 2 on a new Friendly Market convenience store in Westfield at the corner of Wheeler Road and 181st Street and donated $2,500 to Student Impact, a Westfield after-school nonprofit.

Riverview Health acquires Stryker Mako robot, expands local orthopedic services in Noblesville

Riverview Health has acquired a Stryker Mako robotic-arm assisted surgery system and installed the shoulder platform, the county-owned hospital told Current Publishing on Oct. 6, 2026. The system uses CT-based 3D modeling to plan and guide knee, hip and shoulder joint replacements; Riverview officials said it will enable robotic-assisted shoulder replacement in central Indiana.

Brownsburg pursues Community Parks Initiative planning grant for Lincolnwood Park

Brownsburg has been invited to apply for a noncompetitive planning grant from the Lilly Endowment–backed Community Parks Initiative to plan improvements at Lincolnwood Park. Applications are due Oct. 30; town staff will seek council authorization to submit the application on Oct. 22, Current Publishing reported.

Riverview Health and partners launch six‑month ‘Food is Medicine’ initiative in Hamilton County

A coalition led by Riverview Health announced a six-month Food is Medicine initiative to improve health outcomes and increase access to nutritious food for Hamilton County residents experiencing food insecurity, Current Publishing reported on Oct. 5, 2026.

Noblesville nonprofit IGNITE Transform to host ticketed 'IGNITE Your Boots' celebration at Anderson venue Oct. 11

Current Publishing reports Noblesville-based nonprofit IGNITE Transform will hold its 4th annual “IGNITE Your Boots” community celebration from 5–8 p.m. on Oct. 11, 2026, at The Barn on 400 in Anderson. Tickets are $40 at ignitetransform.org; the event is described as nonfundraising and tickets cover event costs.

Flood damage could keep Carmel’s Hazel Landing closed up to 2 years, CCPR says

Current Publishing reports Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation says Hazel Landing Park — the Carmel site hit hardest by the mid‑August 2026 flood — remains closed with major trail, parking and bridge damage; officials say Blue Woods Creek will likely need rerouting and reopening could take up to two years.

Trioworld opens first U.S. plant in Brownsburg; about 40 local hires, second production line planned

Current Publishing reports Trioworld celebrated the Sept. 24, 2026 ribbon-cutting of its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Brownsburg at 9822 E. C.R. 400 N., employing about 40 people. The company said it plans further expansion, including a second production line expected in January and workforce growth over three to five years.

HSE seeks 22-cent referendum, introduces $325.9M 2027 budget; public hearing Oct. 14

At a presentation reported by Current Publishing, HSE officials introduced an advertised $325.9 million 2027 budget and outlined a replacement referendum asking for a 22-cent rate (current 19 cents). A public hearing is set for Oct. 14 and the referendum vote is scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.

Rarefied air: Fan manufacturer offers museum tours, special deals during customer event

Developer introduces 20‑lot Woodland Reserve subdivision near Calvary UMC in Brownsburg

Current Publishing reports Grand Communities introduced plans Sept. 24 for Woodland Reserve, a 20‑lot single‑family subdivision on about 17.6 acres east of Calvary United Methodist Church on Northfield Drive. Plans show about 6.3 acres of open space, a shared boulevard entrance with the church and a rezoning request to R2.

AC Hotel Fishers tops out, advancing Indiana’s first AC by Marriott (135 rooms)

Dora Hospitality and Holladay Construction Group celebrated the structural “topping out” of AC Hotel Fishers at The Union at Fishers District on Sept. 17, 2026. The 135-room hotel is projected for an anticipated early 2027 opening.

Carmel in brief — October 6, 2026