The biggest news in local road construction the past week is the full opening of the roundabout at 96th Street and Allisonville Road.
There are plenty of other updates in area road construction. Here is the latest update for the work week starting Monday, November 4, as provided by the City of Fishers:
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The Mudsock Football game pitting our two local high schools, Fishers and HSE, against each other always draws a sellout crowd and lots of energy during the regular season. This season, there will be a second contest between these two rivals. Friday night, Fishers defeated Noblesville 31-21. HSE beat Homestead 20-14. That means the Tigers and Royals play each other to decide which squad moves ahead in state 6A competition
The state tournament game is this Friday at HSE. I expect another sellout crowd for this contest.
In a hard-fought defensive showdown, the Indy Fuel came up short against the Kalamazoo Wings, falling 2-0 in their first matchup of the season at Wings Event Center on Friday night. Despite outshooting the K-Wings 29-26, the Fuel couldn’t capitalize on key chances, ultimately succumbing to two goals from Kalamazoo.
The game started with a fast-paced first period, as both teams focused on defense and goaltending. Indy’s Peyton Jones and Kalamazoo’s Jonathan Lemieux traded saves, keeping the scoreboard empty through 20 minutes. Indy applied early pressure, outshooting Kalamazoo 11-6, but the first period ended scoreless.
The second period opened with a series of penalties on both sides, giving each team a chance to break the deadlock on special teams. After killing off an early penalty for too many men on the ice, Indy looked poised to strike when former K-Wing Darby Llewellyn had a near-goal on a shorthanded breakaway. Despite the promising attempt, a Kalamazoo defenseman managed a last-second save, and the officials determined after review that the puck hadn’t crossed the line. Shortly after, Kalamazoo’s Ayden MacDonald found the back of the net on a power play at 15:15, giving the K-Wings a 1-0 lead heading into the final period.
In the third period, Indy came out strong, quickly drawing two penalties for a 5-on-3 power-play advantage just a minute in. Kalamazoo’s defense, however, held steady. Even with a rare 6-on-3 opportunity, the Fuel were unable to convert, and Kalamazoo’s Josh Bloom scored a critical shorthanded goal at 3:02 to double the lead, making it 2-0.
The Fuel battled through the remaining minutes, trying to spark a comeback with several more power-play opportunities. Despite a high shot count, they struggled to break down the K-Wings’ solid defense and Lemieux’s impressive goaltending. Kalamazoo’s penalty kill continued to frustrate Indy, ultimately sealing their 2-0 victory as time expired.
Indy will look to bounce back in the second game of the series on Saturday night, aiming to turn their strong shot output into goals.
Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL) is diving into the world of fandom with its first-ever LibraryCon! this fall, bringing an action-packed event to fans of all ages and interests. The convention will be held on Saturday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fishers Library, inviting fans of fantasy, sci-fi, and everything in between to dress as their favorite characters and enjoy a day of interactive fun. The event is designed to celebrate a wide array of fandoms with activities that will appeal to everyone, from hardcore fans to curious newcomers.
LibraryCon! offers something for everyone. Wizards, Jedi, superheroes, Pokémon trainers, and other enthusiasts can look forward to highlight events, including a Trivia Showdown, hands-on Craft Activities, an Artist and Vendor Marketplace, and an exciting Cosplay Contest and Parade.
The Trivia Showdown will let attendees test their knowledge across a spectrum of popular themes, from Pokémon and Harry Potter to Star Wars, with prizes for the top three teams. For those feeling crafty, activities include making a dice bracelet, crafting a no-sew cape, or designing a manga-themed button or magnet.
Visitors to the Artist and Vendor Marketplace will find artwork, games, memorabilia, and other fandom treasures available for purchase. The event will also feature the “Random Fandom” art exhibit, showcasing fan art by over 15 local artists. To add to the excitement, Friends of the Library Book Shop is offering a LibraryCon! sale with 50% off select items.
There will be plenty of photo opportunities throughout the library, including a 360° photobooth and selfie stations where cosplayers and attendees can capture their favorite looks. The Cosplay Contest and Parade will spotlight participants of all skill levels, with prizes for standout costumes and bragging rights for the winners.
Erin Weir, Teen Program Coordinator, shared her enthusiasm: “We are excited to give people a way to connect through their favorite fandoms. Fandoms are communities that share their love of stories and characters in books, media, and art. This event will let fans of all kinds meet, celebrate, and learn from each other in a fun, welcoming space for all.”
Admission to LibraryCon! is free, and all activities are open to the public. Attendees can register for select workshops and activities on-site, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Families and fans of all ages are encouraged to attend this vibrant celebration.
For additional details, visit hamiltoneastpl.org.
Sometimes people ask me how I decide what to ask Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness when he appears as a guest on one of my podcasts. The more important question is, what do I leave out? There is so much going on in and around Fishers I can aske a very long list of questions.
But, keeping the podcast to around 30 minutes, you can listen to the pod I recorded with the mayor Friday morning. We discussed the local school board election, the Event Center opening this month, road construction, a proposed noise ordinance and much more. Listen at the link below.