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🌱 Patch AM: State Police seek driver in fatal I-69 hit-and-run in Fishers
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Coffee in hand, Fishers? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- State Police seek driver in fatal I-69 hit-and-run in Fishers
- How Fishers leaders managed the city's most intense flooding emergency
- How bad was Fishers' and HSE's football opening night?
Today's riddle: What is the longest word in the dictionary? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Not as warm with a t-storm, with a high of 79 and low of 58 degrees.
- Sunday: Partly sunny with a shower, temps: high: 76, low: 52.
- Monday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 75 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man Struck and Killed Changing Flat Tire on I-69 in Fishers (praiseindy.com) — Indiana State Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run on I-69 in Fishers after a 36-year-old man changing a flat tire was struck and killed Tuesday night near exit 210. Troopers are asking anyone who may have seen the northbound vehicle involved or has dashcam footage to call their Indianapolis post at 317-899-8577. 
• Podcast: Fishers Leaders Detail Historic Flood Response (larryinfishers.com) — Fishers residents can now hear city leaders walk through how they handled this month's historic flooding, from early warnings to neighborhood evacuations and ongoing recovery. A special Larry In Fishers podcast features the mayor, police and fire chiefs, plus front-line rescuers and volunteers, sharing lessons learned and what comes next for affected neighborhoods.
• Rough opening night: Carmel blanks Fishers, Carroll routs Hamilton Southeastern (larryinfishers.com) — Fishers football endured a rough opener, getting shut out 47-0 at Carmel, while Hamilton Southeastern fell 54-23 at Fort Wayne Carroll after last year's win in Fishers. Both programs look to rebound next Friday, with Fishers hosting Lawrence North and HSE opening its home slate against North Central.
📸 Around Fishers
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Fishers
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- PTO Pizza with Pals
Fortville Elementary School Fortville, IN 46040
5:30 pm
Friday August 28
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Thornwood Nature Preserve Bird Hike
Amos Butler Audubon Thornwood Nature Preserve, 1597 South Morristown Pike, Greenfield, IN, 46140, United States
8:00 am - Carmel Jazz Fest (Carmel, IN) — Pavel & Direct Contact →
Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, 3 Carter Green, Carmel
6:30 pm - Eagle Creek Bird Hikes
Amos Butler Audubon Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center, 6515 Delong Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46278, United States
9:00 am - Board of Education Meeting →
M S D Lawrence Township Indianapolis, IN 46236 - Fortville: Homeschool Science Club →
Vernon Township Public Library, 625 E Broadway St, Fortville
1:30 pm - Lawrence Economic Development Luncheon sponsored by Powers & Sons
Greater Lawrence Chamber of Commerce LECC 5720 Wheeler Road Lawrence, IN 46216 Parking is available in the parking lot to the west of the building
11:00 am - Meet the Teacher Night (KG-2nd)
Woodbrook Elementary School 4311 E. 116th St , Carmel, IN 46033
6:00 pm - Meet the Teacher Night (3rd-5th)
Woodbrook Elementary School 4311 E. 116th St , Carmel, IN 46033
7:00 pm - Cool Creek Beginning Bird Hike
Amos Butler Audubon Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 East 151st St, Carmel, IN, 46033, United States
8:30 am - Classroom Info Night - KG
College Wood Elementary School 12415 Shelborne Rd , Carmel, IN 46032
5:30 pm - East vs. West Football Game
Promise Road Elementary 14975 Promise Rd, Noblesville, IN 46060
5:30 pm
Saturday August 22
Sunday August 23
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Is anyone missing a cat?
A sweet cat is currently hiding in our backyard, looking pretty scared. Please message me if you recognize them! (Nextdoor Berkley Grove) - hello my neighbors.
one of my fur babies took off last night. if you see him, naruto, please let me know. i would really appreciate it. thanks all! (Nextdoor Fishers Pointe)
- Public Storage posted a job opening for Customer Service - Self Storage Manager in Fishers. Apply here.
- Wend American Group, LLC posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Fishers. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fishers here.
🗞 Nearby News
Noblesville
- The Sensory Shoppe expands with opening of Noblesville store (youarecurrent.com)
- Holiday Lights Railbike Adventure in Noblesville 2026 (indyschild.com)
- Noblesville businesses, organizations begin flood recovery efforts (youarecurrent.com)
Carmel
- Inspection reports show Carmel bridge was in good condition before partial collapse (wrtv.com)
Ok Fishers! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Smiles, because it has a mile between "s". (Thank you Sharon M. for sending it in!)
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