
Main Street Barber Shop Settles Into New Carmel Location
Main Street Barber Shop, a longstanding local business, relocated to 2462 E. 116th St. in Merchants’ Square in November 2022 after moving from downtown Carmel.

Main Street Barber Shop, a longstanding local business, relocated to 2462 E. 116th St. in Merchants’ Square in November 2022 after moving from downtown Carmel.
The Carmel Fire Auxiliary is hosting its third annual Sip and Shop event on Nov. 17 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., offering residents a local shopping opportunity to support the organization.

Sheriff-elect Charles Hollowell announced plans to end the county’s voluntary partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The decision signals a policy shift for the county’s upcoming law enforcement administration.
Carmel police are investigating a homicide after finding a woman fatally shot inside a home in the 13900 block of Wildcat Drive at 10:21 p.m. Thursday.
Carmel police are investigating a homicide after finding an unresponsive woman in the 13900 block of Wildcat Driver following a shots-fired report at 10:21 p.m. Thursday. One man is in custody.
Noblesville secured a $9.9 million federal grant to help fund the $15.1 million Safer Greenfield Avenue Project, aimed at improving local road safety and infrastructure.

The Noblesville Fire Department has launched its annual food and toy drive to support local families during the upcoming Christmas season.
The Westfield Fire Department raised nearly $1,500 through a recent community fundraiser to benefit the Riverview Health Foundation’s Pink Warrior Support Fund, which provides assistance to local breast cancer patients.
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Hamilton County until 11 p.m. Wednesday. The system could produce damaging winds across the Indianapolis metro area.
A tractor-trailer caught fire due to a mechanical issue near the 13600 block of Campus Parkway in Noblesville on Nov. 11. The incident caused a temporary roadway closure, though no injuries were reported.


The world’s first Mouratoglou Racquet Club is set to open Dec. 10 at 14469 Olio Rd. in Noblesville, offering tennis, padel, and pickleball facilities coached by international tennis professionals.

The City of Carmel is exploring the creation of a conservation district for structures along North Range Line Road between Main Street and Smoky Row Road to preserve local architecture.
The world’s first Mouratoglou Racquet Club is set to open Dec. 10 at 14469 Olio Rd. in Noblesville, offering tennis, padel, and pickleball facilities coached by international tennis professionals.

The City of Carmel is exploring the creation of a conservation district for structures along North Range Line Road between Main Street and Smoky Row Road to preserve local architecture.

Gov. Mike Braun joined Westfield officials to break ground on the Grand Park District. The mixed-use development will feature residential, office, sports, retail, and hotel space adjacent to Grand Park.

The Westfield City Council voted 4-3 on Nov. 9 to reject Fischer Homes’ proposed The Lakes at Freemont development, citing concerns over its site plan at Freemont Moore Road and 193rd Street.

Westfield Washington Township is acquiring 73 acres from the McCullough family to create a 170-acre passive park adjacent to MacGregor Park on Ind. 38, featuring potential community gardens and an agricultural education center.


Carmel City Council President Matt Snyder was named the 2026 Elected Official of the Year by the Indiana Park and Recreation Association for his advocacy regarding Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation.

Hamilton County Commissioners advanced bridge and levee infrastructure projects during their Nov. 9 meeting, including reviewing design submissions for the Public Safety Training Center roadway and levee expansion.
Carmel City Council President Matt Snyder was named the 2026 Elected Official of the Year by the Indiana Park and Recreation Association for his advocacy regarding Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation.

Hamilton County Commissioners advanced bridge and levee infrastructure projects during their Nov. 9 meeting, including reviewing design submissions for the Public Safety Training Center roadway and levee expansion.

Democrats secured three of four county council seats in the Nov. 3 election, marking a major shift in the political landscape of historically Republican-leaning Hamilton County.

Westfield City Council passed Ordinance 26-56 on Monday, requiring all short-term rental owners to register their properties and obtain city permits, establishing a new regulatory framework for the growing local market.
Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen and local officials joined veterans and members of the American Legion and VFW on Nov. 11 for a public ceremony downtown to commemorate Veterans Day.

The Westfield City Council approved a new ordinance Nov. 9 creating a permit program for short-term rentals, allowing the city to revoke permits for property owners who accumulate three or more annual citations.


Michaelangelo’s Italian Bistro at 550 Westfield Rd. has closed after 36 years in operation. The property owners have announced a new tenant is set to move into the former restaurant space.

Emagine Entertainment is offering free movie tickets to veterans and active military members this Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at their box office.
Michaelangelo’s Italian Bistro at 550 Westfield Rd. has closed after 36 years in operation. The property owners have announced a new tenant is set to move into the former restaurant space.

Emagine Entertainment is offering free movie tickets to veterans and active military members this Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at their box office.

The Fishers-based Cadillac Formula 1 team faced a setback Sunday when driver Valtteri Bottas was sidelined before the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, amidst reports that the team's majority owner is exploring a sale.
Chef Kelsey Murphy’s Clutch Kitchen will celebrate its grand reopening at Sun King Brewery Fishers on Nov. 12–15, featuring a renovated kitchen and a new menu with pizzas and pork belly bao buns.
The Modern Academy of Music, a Carmel-based performance school founded in 2021, has opened a new studio to accommodate its growing enrollment of local and national students.

Sheridan Middle and High School hosted a Future Fair on Nov. 10, connecting high school students and eighth graders with college and career resources to support their academic and professional development.
The Hamilton Southeastern School Board rejected all bids for 16.14 acres of district-owned land at 136th Street and Prairie Baptist Road after offers failed to meet the district's minimum price target.
The Hamilton Southeastern Schools Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new 2026-27 teacher contract on Nov. 4. Eligible teachers will receive an $1,800 base salary increase, with starting pay rising by $1,000.

Hamilton Southeastern Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Kegley recognized the volunteers who helped secure a 58% voter approval for the district's recent funding referendum at Wednesday’s school board meeting.
The Noblesville Rotary Club donated $24,000 over the past five years to the Noblesville High School Robotics Club to help fund equipment and operations for student participants.
A total of 213 Teach One to Lead One students from Hamilton Heights and Sheridan Middle Schools collaborated on a recent charitable initiative to support community members facing food insecurity.
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt opens Nov. 21 at Carter Green with new additions including papier-mâché Santas, a triple-sausage sandwich, and expanded shuttle services to help manage holiday crowds.

The Indy Fuel fell 3-0 to the Cincinnati Cyclones on Friday night at the Heritage Bank Center. The Fishers-based hockey team struggled offensively, managing only single-digit shots in each period.
Sun King Fishers hosts live music by Don Clarkson every Saturday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., offering a recurring weekend social event for local residents.

Children can meet live animals, including a reindeer from Santa’s workshop, at the Silly Safaris educational program hosted by the Center Presents on November 14, 2026.

The Brewery Running Series is hosting a Brunch and Bubbles Fun Run on November 14, 2026, featuring a course starting and finishing at Field Brewing.

The CCA Gallery & Gifts in Carmel is hosting a holiday open house on November 13, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., featuring artist meet and greets and live carolers.
