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The Top Instagram Worthy Spots in Fishers

Over the last couple of years or so I’ve kind of been a tourist in my own city here in Fishers. I’m always looking for fun new spots that I have yet to discover or am always trying out a new restaurant or shop. If you live here in Fishers, we are all very fortunate…
50+ Reasons We Love Fishers Parks

At Fishers Parks, we create a community of exploration for all ages. Whether you’re looking for a night to let loose, ecotherapy on the trails, or your family’s next adventure, our parks and activities are made for making memories. Spring break is here, so why not make it a stay-cation and check out somewhere here…
Meet Your Neighbor: Heartland Church’s Easter Traditions

In preparation for Easter, I had the opportunity to sit down with Pastor Darryn Scheske of Heartland Church to learn more about what the holiday means to him and Heartland’s congregation. Easter will be celebrated this year on Sunday, April 9, as the first Sunday after the first full moon after the spring equinox,…
Meet Your Neighbor: Veteran George Stavropoulos

The City of Fishers honors all our local heroes who courageously served our country in the armed forces. To all the servicemembers past and present, thank you for your service, sacrifice, and support. This Wednesday, March 29, is National Vietnam War Veteran’s Day. Be sure to join us from 10 to 11 a.m. at Knowledge Services (9800 Crosspoint Blvd) for a…
Meet Your Neighbor: Thrive Social Club

The “cliff” is something that all parents of young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) worry about, and Fishers’ resident Mari Kennedy was no exception. Falling off the “cliff” refers to when an individual with a disability loses their federal entitlement to special education—usually at age 22—and are thrown into an underfunded and uncoordinated…
Meet Your Neighbor: Muhammad Munir’s Ramadan Traditions

This is Fishers sat down with Fishers resident Muhammad Munir, M.D, who talked with us about Ramadan and how he and his family observe the monthlong Muslim holiday. Learn more about the holiday and his family traditions below. Can you tell us a little about yourself? I am originally from Pakistan and a graduate of King…
Meet Your Neighbor: The Fishers Fire Department Education Team

Have you ever wondered when you should replace your smoke alarm? Or if you are properly wearing a helmet for sports and activities? Ashley Heckly has the answers to all your safety questions. Heckly was previously a science teacher for fourteen years, most recently at Hamilton Southeastern High School, and decided to join FFD to pursue…
Community Innovators: Local Women in Tech

Fishers is a city of innovators. Home to Launch Fishers, the largest coworking facility in the state; the state-of-the-art Fishers Maker Playground; the restaurant accelerator, Fishers Test Kitchen; and the state’s first Internet of Things Lab, Indiana IoT Lab Fishers, Fishers fully embraces its identity as a smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial community. Fishers’ reputation in…
Disability Awareness Month Series: Caregiver Appreciation Day

In honor of Fishers’ celebration of National Disability Awareness Month, we’re featuring community stories related to disability and inclusion. Learn more about the celebration and how you can be an ally for disability inclusion at fishers.in.us/DisabilityAwareness. What Can I Do To Help? Anytime I reveal a glimpse of the reality of my caregiving life of…
Disability Awareness Month: Be An Ally for Disability Inclusion

During March, the City of Fishers and Fishers Advisory Committee on Disability will celebrate National Disability Awareness Month with a series of special events and initiatives to bring awareness to what life is like for those with physical and intellectual disabilities in our community. This year’s theme, Building Our Future Together, has sparked conversations on…