⛵Did We Fall Off?! 🏙️

Good Wednesday Morning. This is Fishers Digest. I never know what stories I’ll share; it’s wherever the news winds take us. Thanks for enjoying them and let’s go Pacers.

• Number 3 ranking?

• Top places to work, Fishers

• Coffee Trail - 2025 Edition

• Curated events, car folks will be happy

This issue is 1,507 words, a 5-minute read.

The Digest

Did Fishers Fall Off? 🏙️

This is only kind of true 😂 Fishers did not get a spot on Livability’s 2025 Top 100 Places to Live survey because the publication decided that if two closely ranked cities are near each other, the higher-scoring one will be the only one to rank.

If that new rule weren’t in play, Fishers would be #3 this year. A slight boost from last year’s #4 spot.

In writing this newsletter, I’ve met exactly one person who shared they came to Fishers because of one of these lists. I’m sure there has to be more. Reply to this email and tell me if you moved to Fishers because of a ranking list like this!

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Local Business

What is Angelo’s Pasta big announcement?

I want in on the secret. Their latest Instagram post says they have BIG NEWS with a second location coming soon. The pasta-bilities are endless. Will it be Carmel? Noblesville? Indianapolis? Chicago?!?

I must know. Take reading this as your sign to try them out. They’re really good! You’ll find them in downtown Fishers on Maple Street.

Who are the top companies to work for in Fishers? 💼

Every year, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce releases a list of employers that might deserve a spot on your job-hunt radar. And if nothing else, these brag-worthy rankings help businesses lure talent here.

Four companies in Fishers scored top spots, and one snagged a top prize:

• Ultimate Technologies Group — #1 Small-Medium Size

• Miebach — Small Companies

• Meyer Najem — Medium Companies

• INCOG BioPharma — Top-40 Medium

Coffee Trail Returns ☕️ 

Fishers’ caffeine lovers have spoken. 96% voted in favor of doing a 2025 Edition Fishers Coffee Trail. So here we are.

Like last year, I’ve only added mainstream coffee shops. You could argue that Parlor Doughnuts, Mochi Joy, and maybe even Cafe Patachou types should be on this list. You’d probably be right, but it would make for an unwieldy voting list.

So instead of an official seat at the table, you can vote the “Other” option and respond with the name of the shop or place you vote for. I’m secretly hoping you’ll share some hidden gems. Maybe that can be a category?

The rules are easy. Vote for your favorite shop and leave the rest to us for an updated guide. Please share this with your friends so we can get the most accurate community-voted list! 🤌 

Can you help clear the kennels? 🐾

Hamilton County’s shelter is bursting at the seams, so they’re dropping adult pet adoptions to $10 to avoid heartbreaking choices.

When & Where: Starting noon–5 pm this Saturday, May 17, swing by 10501 Hague Rd., Fishers.

Why It Matters: Intakes now outpace adoptions, and some dogs have waited 70–80 days for a family.

What’s in it for you? Besides an outstanding new family member, all the pricey stuff like spay/neuter, chip, shots, flea meds, vet voucher & starter chow comes already sorted. 🥳

Events

Curated picks 📆

We’ve got a huge line-up this weekend of things to do. Garage sales all around Fishers, the Peony Festival in Noblesville, Fast Friday, tons of car shows and more.

If you want a personal recommendation, the Peony Festival is a must try.

🤸 Market Morning Fitness – NPD AMP Stage – Kickstart your Saturday market with a free, beginner-friendly fitness class by Fishers Community Center from 8–9 a.m.; bring your own mat. Details

🌸 Indiana Peony Festival – 350 S 10th Street, Noblesville, IN – Celebrate five years of Hoosier blooms with free Peonies in the Park, Brunch & Blooms, artisan vendors, peony-inspired cocktails, and family fun. Details

🚴 Community Bike Day – Strawtown Koteewi Park – Free all-ages ride to learn safe trail navigation, catch a screening of A Bike Story with Joe Rudy and Rocky Walls, and connect with local cyclists. Details

🛍️ Bottleworks Market – Bottleworks District – Kick off market season browsing a curated lineup of local makers, vintage vendors, and artists along Carrollton Avenue, plus bites, sips, and activities across the district for all ages. Details

🌱 Hamilton County Master Gardener’s Plant Sale – Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds – Shop a huge variety of native plants, hostas, perennials, veggies, water plants, shrubs, and freshly dug bearded iris with free expert planting advice from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Details

🌱 Master Gardeners Plant Sale – Garfield Park Conservatory – Browse a fundraiser sale of annuals, perennials, shrubs, succulents, and more hosted by Garfield Park Master Gardeners until noon or sold out. Details

🎪 GMA Community Fair – Geist Montessori Academy – Join families and friends for a community celebration with 40+ vendors, food trucks, and fun activities for all ages on May 17. Details

🎨 WBE Color Run – Woodbrook Elementary School – Free, family-friendly run around the school grounds with washable colored powder blasts; wear old white or black clothes and start promptly at noon. Details

🎪 Zoey’s Place Carnival – Hancock County 4H Fairgrounds – Family-friendly fundraiser with bounce houses, balloon animals, carnival games, and food & drinks for a $5 entry supporting child advocacy. Tickets

🍔 Food Truck Rally – Urban Apples (Westfield, IN) – Kick off summer with delicious eats from local food trucks 4–8 p.m., live music both nights, tasty drinks, and Saturday hot air balloon rides. Details

For Car Enthusiasts

There are at least three car meetups happening around Fishers this week and many more motorsports events throughout Indy. Fortunately, they all have no revving or being a jerk rules — but just a heads up if you live nearby any of these places!

☕ Indianapolis Cars & Coffee – Fishers Event Center – Free community car meet at the new Fishers Event Center supporting Folds of Honor Indiana, welcoming all cars and spectators rain or shine. Details

🚗 Sunday Funday Car Show – Murphys PubHouse – Fisher Car Club’s free, inclusive Sunday gathering to showcase vehicles with brunch 10 a.m.–2 p.m. and live music 12–3 p.m. Details

🚗 Colton’s Crew Car Show – Grace Church Fishers – Join the 2nd annual family-friendly showcase and judging of cars, trucks, motorcycles, plus food trucks, vendors, music & raffles; general admission $6 ($15 judged). Tickets

🚗 Mecum Indy Auction – Indiana State Fairgrounds – Only a few more day of high-octane auctions and consignments featuring 3,000 collector vehicles, exhibitor zones, and collector activities May 9–17. Details

🏎️ Fast Friday – Indianapolis 500 Practice – Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Witness the Month of May’s highest speeds with turbocharged final practice before Armed Forces Qualifying, plus on-track timing charts and gates open 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Tickets

Rapid Fire Hits

Quick headlines and things to know from all around 🌐

Sure, they didn’t grab the million-dollar bonus for winning it all. But in their Year 1, the Indy Ignite earned a championship berth, built a die-hard fan base, and proved they’ll be “a team to watch” next season. (Indy Ignite PVF)

🏘️Don’t forget! Many neighborhoods are participating in spring garage sales this weekend.

LOL, can’t say I’ve ever seen someone traveling downtown Broad Ripple by horseback. I’m here for it. (Union Jack Instagram)

State tweaks to K-12 funding mean Hamilton Southeastern Schools must stretch every dollar. CFO Tim Brown met with LarryinFishers to share some insights. (LarryinFishers)

Did you know? The City of Fishers occasionally puts out bids and requests for proposals for all sorts of things. That’s how you land contracts like the one approved for $100k this week to put mulch in throughout the city. (Fishers Gov)

96th Street and Cyntheanne Road may get the ‘ol spin-cycle treatment. City engineers say they’ll lock in a roundabout contractor this November and start digging next summer. (LarryinFishers)

A local cemetery employee was caught grave-digging in Fishers for a gold ring. (Current)

New door-to-door solicitor hours are in effect for the summer. 10 am to 8 pm. Learn about the rules and programs most need to go through before showing up at your door. (Fishers PD)

Two Fishers Companies made the IBJs 20 startups to watch list. Pierce Aerospace and Primary Record. Congrats!

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