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13 Local Asian-Owned Restaurants to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month

May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and to celebrate the rich culture that has been quickly growing in Fishers, I want to highlight some of the best Asian-owned restaurants our city has to offer. Asian Americans have a long and rich history in building and shaping the United States. May was chosen…
Meet Your Neighbor: Fishers AgriPark Animal Friends

Cows and horses and sheep… oh my! These are just three of the multiple animals that live at the Fishers AgriPark (11171 Florida Road). Since 2020, the Fishers AgriPark has created a space to recognize Fishers’ agricultural roots. The 33-acre urban farm featuring public fields and gardens managed by Fishers Parks offers livestock encounters and…
Meet Your Neighbor: HSE’s Asian Student Union

In honor of American Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May, we spoke to the Asian Student Union at Hamilton Southeastern High School (HSE) to learn more about the ways in which they promote diversity and explore different Asian cultures. Some of the events the club participates in include roundtable discussions, movie nights, origami nights,…
Meet Your Neighbors: Fishers Volunteer All Stars

For Fishers Volunteer Appreciation, the City of Fishers celebrates some of the amazing volunteers who served over 100 hours. These volunteers donate their time and energy to make a difference within the community. From volunteering with the Fishers Health Department to helping at Fishers Parks events, check out how Fishers residents make an impact on…
Fishers High School’s Day of Service

For students at Fishers High School, April 28 won’t be just another regularly scheduled day of classes. Instead, they will be engaged in service-based learning by doing projects throughout Fishers and nearby communities as a part of the school-wide Day of Service. Students have been involved in the day since its inception. When tasked with…
Must-See Stops on the Nickel Plate Trail

As the Nickel Plate Trail grows closer to completion, so do the opportunities to get out and about around Fishers. There are plenty of things to do just off the trail, from shopping and restaurants to wellness. Whether you’re looking to get fit, be sustainable, save money, or simply experience more Fishers has to offer, there’s plenty to…
5 Things to Know About Allisonville Road

Last month, the City of Fishers announced findings from the Allisonville Road Corridor Study and our plan to revitalize the area. With a dated business corridor, increasing demand on the roadway, and a desire from residents for enhanced connectivity, it’s time to breathe new life into this cornerstone of West Fishers. So, what makes Allisonville…
Meet Your Neighbor: Eric Bedrosian, Mayor’s Youth Academy Student

In partnership with Hamilton Southeastern Schools and Eman Schools, the Mayor’s Youth Academy (MYA) offers the unique opportunity for junior and senior high school students to build community awareness, receive hands-on learning opportunities, and explore careers in the public sector. Students meet monthly with City staff and learn from community leaders and professionals in city…
Behind the Scenes: Fishers Wastewater Treatment Facility

Recently, I had the chance to tour the Fishers Wastewater Treatment Facility. Led by the Assistant Director of Water Quality Division, Johnathan Valenta, we explored the facility and learned more about the city’s sanitary water operations. Before my visit, I had no idea how important the wastewater filtering process was—in fact, I didn’t even know…
Meet Your Neighbor: Local Author Fair Authors

The Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL) is hosting the 2023 Local Author Fair, a free, open house-style event for all ages. The Local Author Fair will be held on Saturday, April 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the FORUM Events Center (11313 USA Pkway., Fishers). 60 local authors and literary organizations from Hamilton County…