Archive for category: Local News

Conner Prairie Featured in Smithsonian Magazine

0 / April 29, 2008 9:11 am

Often recognized for its powerful and memorable presentation of Indiana and American history, one of Central Indiana’s top cultural attractions has earned an honor highly coveted in the national museum community: inclusion in Smithsonian magazine. The May issue of the [...]

Oprah’s Big Give Inspires Geist Residents

1 / April 26, 2008 10:14 am

Oprah Winfrey’s “Big Give” television show is inspiring people all over the country to help out those in need by paying forward good deeds. Inspired by others giving back, some Geist residents have started their own “Big Give” parties to [...]

Time for Fishers and Geist to Reach a Compromise

48 / April 23, 2008 8:53 am

While petitions were being signed to stop Fishers from annexing Geist, all eyes were on a piece of legislation co-authored by Senators Gard and Drozda that made its way through the senate and was stalled in the house. Senate Bill [...]

GUO to File Remonstrance Petitions

0 / April 23, 2008 5:53 am

Unincorporated residents have spoken: “We don’t want to be a part of the Town of Fishers.” Geist United Opposition representatives announced today that they plan to file the remonstrance petitions collected over the last three months in the Hamilton County [...]

Boating Trends: What’s Hot for Summer

Boating Trends: What’s Hot for Summer

0 / April 18, 2008 2:27 pm

Boating is a way of life in Geist, and as with any other recreational activity, there are always new and exciting developments to look forward to. So what’s hot in the boating world for this season? We asked three area [...]

Fall Creek Township Residents Question Zoning Regulation Authority Under Fishers Control

2 / April 18, 2008 1:57 pm

Geist residents in Hamilton County could find themselves feeling like they’re lost in the Twilight Zone, literally, as issues involving zoning regulations for Fall Creek Township (FCT) residents — and who has the power to dictate those regulations — comes [...]

Let’s Show our Community Support for Geist’s Own Olympic Hopeful Samantha Peszek !!!

Let’s Show our Community Support for Geist’s Own Olympic Hopeful Samantha Peszek !!!

1 / April 16, 2008 9:20 pm

Samantha Peszek is a 16- year-old sophomore at Cathedral High School and a powerhouse gymnast on the USA National Team. She is the first of two daughters to Ed and Luan Peszek of McCordsville. Samantha started her gymnastics career at [...]

Dragon Boat Team Launches at Geist

Dragon Boat Team Launches at Geist

0 / April 14, 2008 8:36 am

Blustery weather didn’t spoil the launch and “dotting of the eye” for the Indy Survivoars Dragon Boat Racing Team at Geist Reservoir Sunday. Over 150 supporters and volunteers took part in the ceremonies at the Geist Marina. [kml_flashembed movie="http://www.youtube.com/v/5PmNM-LwTiY" width="300" [...]

Malibu’s National Demo Day at Bella Vita

Malibu’s National Demo Day at Bella Vita

0 / April 12, 2008 7:58 am

Talk is cheap. First-hand knowledge is invaluable. Join us at Malibu’s National Demo Day and get your hands on the boats you want to test drive. Experience for yourself the acceleration, responsive handling and pulse-quickening power. Dial your custom wake [...]

Geist Patrol Adds SUV to Fleet

Geist Patrol Adds SUV to Fleet

0 / April 12, 2008 7:04 am

Snow and ice won’t slow down Geist Patrol anymore, thanks to a new Ford Explorer SUV just added to the security detail. After treacherous late-winter snows, Geist Patrol decided to acquire the SUV to provide better neighborhood coverage during inclement [...]

Fishers is among 40 Cities Nationwide Hosting ‘CHINA Town Hall’ Discussion

0 / April 9, 2008 9:11 pm

In this year of presidential and Congressional elections, the role of China, and its effect on the lives of every American, has a central place in discussions of U.S. foreign policy. CHINA Town Hall: Local Connections, National Reflections is a [...]

What To Do with Those Freakin Billboards

What To Do with Those Freakin Billboards

2 / April 7, 2008 10:13 am

Ever wonder what the signs are made of on those roadside billboards we drive past everyday? Vinyl – the same stuff that many common household items are constructed from. Vinyl is a polymer material which does not biodegrade. And each [...]

Pendleton Pike Lane Restrictions Near I-465

1 / April 7, 2008 6:46 am

Weather permitting, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) plans to shift and restrict Pendleton Pike (U.S. 36/S.R. 67) under I-465 starting Saturday, April 5. Pendleton Pike traffic will be limited to the southeast half of the road and restricted to [...]

Backyard Conservation Workshop Provides New Spring Ideas — Especially for Waterfront Residents!

0 / March 28, 2008 1:46 pm

Lake Forest Subdivision in Carmel is the gracious host of the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District’s Backyard Conservation Workshop on Saturday, April 26th, from 9 a.m. to noon. The workshop will begin with a tour of a neighborhood [...]

State Lakes Go to Annual Permit for Boats, Not Geist

0 / March 24, 2008 6:03 am

As prime boating season approaches, those who plan to boat in Indiana should take note that if they plan to use state park, reservoir or forestry lakes, they must purchase a DNR Lake Permit. This permit is not needed to [...]

Parents in Partnership Hosting Drinking and Driving Seminar

0 / March 21, 2008 2:23 pm

Parents often have trouble finding the right time to speak with their teenagers about important issues that we all face.  The Hamilton Southeastern School District Parents in Partnership group is offering an excellent opportunity for both parents and children to [...]

Representative Dan Burton to Join Friday’s “Meet the Candidates”

Representative Dan Burton to Join Friday’s “Meet the Candidates”

1 / March 19, 2008 10:39 am

Representative Dan Burton will be joining Senator Bev Gard and Hamilton County Commissioner Steve Dillinger Friday night at the Indianapolis Yacht Club from 7:00-10:00 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet local elected officials, register to vote, and watch [...]

Meet the Candidates, Friday Night

Meet the Candidates, Friday Night

0 / March 19, 2008 4:02 am

State Senator Beverly Gard and Hamilton County Commissioner Steve Dillinger will be on-hand at a special Meet the Candidates event to answer questions, invite your comments, and listen to your concerns. The event is being held at the Indianapolis Yacht [...]

GUO Updates FAQ on SayNOtoFishers.com

0 / March 19, 2008 3:44 am

The Geist United Opposition has updated their FAQ section of their website SayNOtoFishers.com to reflect the current issues facing unincorporated property owners around Geist Reservoir. Questions being answered include: Won’t tax reform make all this moot? Is annexation inevitable? What [...]

Green Resources for Geist Residents

Green Resources for Geist Residents

0 / March 10, 2008 12:42 pm

Green Resources for Geist Residents in Hamilton County *Curbside Recycling is available through your contracted trash collection service *Hazardous Waste Drop-off – 776-4005 Address: 1717 Pleasant St., Suite 200 Noblesville, IN 46060 Monday – Wednesday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm [...]