Here is the video version of my podcast conversation with Indoor Football League Commissioner Todd Tryon.

The Fishers Freight football team will play their first game as a new franchise in the Indoor Football League (IFL) March 29 on the road, and the home opener is set for April 4 at the Fishers Event Center.

i spoke with IFL Commissioner Todd Tryon about how the Freight ended up in the league, some history of the IFL and much more in the podcast linked below.

The Fishers Arts Council (FAC) has announced the addition of two new board members, Erica Foreman and Molly Hammer, for 2025. Their appointments strengthen the organization’s commitment to supporting and promoting visual and performing arts throughout the community.

Foreman brings extensive experience in event planning and community engagement, holding a Master’s in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s in English Education from Purdue University. She looks forward to leveraging her expertise to enhance FAC’s outreach and impact. Hammer, a 14-year Fishers resident, has a background in music, theater, and ballet, and has visited art museums worldwide. She is eager to contribute to the growth of the arts in Fishers.

FAC also elected its executive officers at the January annual meeting. Chris Hayes was named President, with Ross Hilleary serving as Vice President, Douglas Dusseau continuing as Treasurer, and Susan Dickey as Secretary. Returning board members include Greg Dierfeldt, Pat Grabill, Tyna Green Seall, Olivia Harris, Tom Rich, Latrica Schooley, Laura Villanyi, and Amanda Wilhite. Les Reinhardt will remain the Executive Director in 2025.

Hayes, a woodworker who joined the board in 2023, expressed excitement for his new role, emphasizing the importance of showcasing local artistic talent. “Fishers has so much more going on than sports and shopping,” he said. “We’re really hoping to expand our reach by working with the many artists in our community who haven’t had the opportunity to be featured.”

FAC has a full slate of events planned for the year, including the Veterans Exhibit in November, the Hispanic Heritage Celebration in the organization’s second gallery space, high school scholarship awards in April, and an exhibit highlighting artists with disabilities.

Community members interested in supporting the arts in Fishers are encouraged to attend FAC’s Second Friday receptions from 6-8 p.m. at the Art Gallery at City Hall, inside the Fishers Municipal Center.

For more information on the Fishers Arts Council and ways to get involved, visit their website or attend an upcoming event.

Fishers Show Choir students are preparing for a trip to Disneyland in California, ready to compete with other choirs around the nation.

Members of the Show Choir gathered with their parents at Fishers High School Tuesday evening.  About 120 students and 20 adult chaperones will be in the group headed to Los Angeles.

I spoke briefly with Choir Directors Laney De Luna and Scott Archer about the upcoming trip, at the video below.

The Indianapolis Star announced Wednesday morning that HSE High School’s basketball standout Maya Makalusky has been named Miss Basketball for the State of Indiana.

She will lead the Indiana squad when it faces Kentucky in the traditional all-star series.  Makalusky will play basketball next year for the Indiana Hoosiers.

Read the IndyStar story at this link. (You may need an IndyStar subscription to access this story)

Four Fishers Firefighters were honored at Monday night’s City Council session.  Chief Ky Ragsdale announced a 25-year service award for Dennis (Scott) Zelhart.  Earning 20-year service awards were Justin Mattox, Jeff Hague and Rob Demlow.

There were 7 speakers during the community comment period during the Council meeting.  Comments ranged from environmental questions about the new Andretti facility under construction, to concerns abut the proposed 10% cap on rental homes per neighborhood, safety concerns about the location of the Westside AgriPark so near to an airport runway, the city’s noise ordinance and development along Southeastern Parkway.

There might be no other band that has been able to channel the generational anxiety in those early millennial years and turn it into powerful and inclusive art quite like Band of Horses. The band performs ragged epics with high-flying vocals. Band of Horses songs have become anthems and touchstones for fans.

Tickes sales begins at 10 a.m. Friday, March 21. For ticketed shows, the NPD AMP is an all-ages facility, and children ages 2 and younger are permitted for free. Guests also can bring their own lawn chair and blanket for the GA lawn. Additional information is available on our website here.

Other events coming to the AMPO this summer:

Multi-platinum, 13-time Grammy Award-winner John Legend is bringing his acclaimed debut album back to the stage with the “Get Lifted 20th Anniversary World Tour.” As part of the international tour, Legend will perform at the Fishers Event Center on Sunday, November 16, 2025.

The tour will feature a full-band performance of Get Lifted, the 2004 album that earned Legend three Grammy Awards, including Best R&B Album and Best New Artist. Fans can expect to hear beloved tracks such as “Ordinary People,” “Used to Love U,” “Number One,” and “So High,” as well as hits spanning Legend’s two-decade career.

North American presales begin on Wednesday, March 26, with general on-sale opening on Friday, March 28. Ticket information is available at johnlegend.com.

Since its release, Get Lifted has become a defining album in contemporary R&B, blending neo-soul, hip-hop, and pop influences. The album debuted in the Billboard 200 Top 10 and has since been certified Double Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

For fans in Fishers and beyond, Legend’s upcoming performance promises to be a celebration of the music that launched his iconic career.

Contemporary Christian music powerhouse Crowder is set to perform at the Fishers Event Center on Thursday, October 16, 2025, as part of the highly anticipated Grace and Glory Tour. The event will also feature Passion Music, Louie Giglio, and Kari Jobe Carnes & Cody Carnes, promising a night of worship and inspiration.

The tour will showcase songs that have shaped modern worship movements, including fan favorites like “Grave Robber,” “Glorious Day,” and “The Blessing.” The evening aims to provide a space for attendees to experience uplifting music, and moments of reflection.

Tickets for the Fishers concert go on sale this Friday, March 21, at 12 p.m. ET and will be available for purchase at FishersEventCenter.com and Ticketmaster.com.

Known for his innovative fusion of folk, rock, and electronic sounds, Crowder has become one of the most influential voices in Contemporary Christian music. His signature style blends bluegrass elements with modern production, setting him apart in the genre. With more than 1.8 billion global streams, Crowder has achieved four No. 1 radio singles, five GRAMMY nominations, and over 20 Dove Award nominations, including four wins. His live performances are renowned for their energy and genre-bending creativity, captivating audiences worldwide.

Communicating in the year 2025 is not simple.  We have so many ways to communicate that it has all become more complicated with email, social media, newsletters, and websites all around us.

Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) Schools want to find out how people in the local community prefer to receive communications from the local school district.  As a result, from now through March 31, local citizens may let the local schools know how you prefer to receive messages and information.

“This survey is an opportunity for families and community members to tell us what’s working and where we can improve,” said Emily Pace Abbotts, Director of School and Community Relations.

This survey gives you a chance to share whether you are receiving the right amount, and type, of information on key topics such as student success, district initiatives, funding updates, and school accountability.

The online survey is available at this link.