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Carmel American Legion Auxiliary outfits 44 rebuilt Indianapolis apartments for homeless veterans

Source report dated 2026-09-10: Volunteers from Carmel American Legion Post 155 and partner auxiliaries stocked 44 newly rebuilt Manchester Apartments units in downtown Indianapolis with household essentials last month, after earlier work equipping 23 renovated units in August 2025 following an October 2024 accidental fire.

HSE board OKs homeless policy language change

Westfield hearings spotlight proposed 496-acre agrihood, Towne West and Northpoint changes with resident objections

Westfield’s Advisory Plan Commission heard Sept. 9 public comment on a proposed 496-acre Hidden Oaks PUD that would add retail and about 1,000 homes, plus a 94-acre Towne West PUD and a Northpoint amendment adding a gas station and convenience store. Residents and an HOA raised concerns about odors from a nearby wastewater plant, housing density, crime and traffic; the items return in November.

Noblesville board approves INDOT right-of-way at Hazel Dell as Ind. 32 widening heads toward 2027–29 construction

At its Sept. 8 meeting, Noblesville Schools trustees approved a right-of-way and temporary easement at Hazel Dell Elementary for the Ind. 32 expansion, and Superintendent Daniel Hile reported progress on the district’s Project Aware mental-health work funded through September 2028.

Carmel posts 2027 $252.4M departmental budget presentations online for public and council review

Carmel officials have posted department-level presentations and supporting materials for the proposed $252.4 million 2027 budget online, allowing residents and City Councilors to review and submit questions ahead of a joint meeting Sept. 28 and a formal City Council presentation Oct. 5.

Noblesville Boom announces 2026-27 season schedule

The Goddard School of Noblesville donates more than $2,000 in flood recovery supplies

After historic flooding in Hamilton County, The Goddard School of Noblesville ran a schoolwide drive that collected more than 150 items — valued at $2,050 — and delivered them to The Good Samaritan Network to support families affected by the floods.

Carmel in brief — September 8, 2026

Community Health Network has opened a new clinic at its MD Anderson Cancer Center – North in Carmel to evaluate and test patients for inherited risks tied to blood cancers. The clinic will be led by Dr. Zachary Wolfe and, the article says, is the first such service offered by an Indiana health system.

Noblesville retailers behind County Line Collective launching second storefront on downtown square

Owners of County Line Collective will open The Collective on the Square at 894 Logan St. on Oct. 2, adding a downtown Noblesville retail location while keeping their Hamilton Town Center store. The new shop will sell apparel, handmade decor and permanent jewelry and will host events in the building’s basement.

Noblesville council annexes land for two housing developments, advances $150K for Finch Creek Park tunnel design

At its Aug. 25 meeting the Noblesville Common Council approved two super‑voluntary annexations totaling about 159 acres for the Encore at Linden Walk (210-unit 55+ community) and Parks at Crossroads (324 homes). The council also approved $150,000 for engineering design of a pedestrian tunnel to Finch Creek Park and vacated an alley strip to allow Mill Top to install a fire service vault.

Wing Snob opens in Noblesville at 11150 E. 146th St.; franchise plans five more Indy-area locations

City officials and Wing Snob staff held a ribbon-cutting Sept. 1 for the new Wing Snob restaurant at 11150 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. The franchise’s menu includes traditional, boneless and cauliflower wings, loaded fries, sandwiches and chicken tenders with various sauces and dry rubs.

Court dismisses case involving customer, Noblesville restaurant manager

A judge dismissed a petition filed by a customer seeking a protective order against Uptown Cafe manager Alex Bevins after a Sept. 1 hearing; the customer was ordered to pay $1,800 in court fees, the restaurant says.

Kincaid’s Meat Market opens WestClay location, brings local butcher services and specialty groceries

Kincaid’s Meat Market opened in June at 2159 Glebe St. in WestClay, expanding from its Indianapolis and Fishers locations and offering fresh proteins, specialty cuts, local products and personalized butchery. The shop plans to add made-to-order sandwiches the week after Labor Day.

Noblesville’s Strut 2 Save Lives walk to raise funds for Indiana Donor Network Sept. 20; local businesses participating

The annual Strut 2 Save Lives dog-walk and fundraiser honoring late Noblesville driver Bryan Clauson is set for 9 a.m.–noon Sept. 20 at Dillon Park; proceeds benefit the Bryan Clauson Legacy Fund of the Indiana Donor Network Foundation, which has raised nearly $230,000 so far.

Carmel-based Koola Logistics expands headquarters, boosting local capacity and hiring potential

Koola Logistics opened a new 38,000-square-foot headquarters on Aug. 28 at Hamilton Crossing VI, saying the facility will accommodate further staff growth. The Carmel freight broker has grown from three employees in 2019 to about 100 today and provides freight services across North America.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Source report dated 2026-09-03: 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.

StoryPoint acquisition rebrands Carmel senior living campus and folds it into Indianapolis network

StoryPoint Group acquired three communities formerly operated by New Perspective and renamed them StoryPoint Carmel, StoryPoint Danville and StoryPoint New Palestine, with the transition effective Sept. 1. StoryPoint Carmel, at 689 Pro‑Med Lane in Carmel, is listed as offering independent living, assisted living and memory care.