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Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Carmel. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After the government shutdown ended Wednesday, community members dropped off donated food at Family Promise of Hamilton County—helping neighbors in need as SNAP benefits are set to resume for more than 40 million Americans. The donations included canned goods, cereal, and baby food to support those working toward stable housing, job training, and parenting classes. WTHR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FANCO—a Washington-based nuclear power company—will relocate its headquarters to Carmel in early 2026 as it plans to build Indiana’s first nuclear energy park, and the firm will hire 15 to 40 workers initially while aiming to eventually employ 5,000 Hoosiers statewide by working with Purdue for local talent. Gov. Mike Braun and company officials announced the move on Nov. 4. Current
- ➤ Mesh on Mass Ave, a local restaurant (15 years in service), will permanently close on Jan. 4 because the building owner is selling the property and CRG could not agree on a long-term lease. CRG said both sides agreed to end the lease on good terms and will look ahead to new plans. WTHR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pop star Meghan Trainor will perform at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville on Saturday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. during her upcoming Get in Girl tour, joining Icona Pop and Ryan Trainor to support her seventh album Toy With Me, set for release on April 24 — presale tickets will be available on November 19 at 10 a.m. and general tickets on November 21 at 10 a.m. WTHR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton Southeastern teachers stormed out of a school board meeting on Nov. 12 — 86% had voted down a new contract with a pay freeze and rising health care costs — as they demanded better pay; the dispute must be resolved by Nov. 15 before the state assigns a mediator. WTHR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colts running back Jonathan Taylor was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week after he played well in Berlin last weekend—he ran for 244 yards and scored three touchdowns, including his 65th rushing touchdown that broke a team record and joined him with Pro Football Hall of Famer Edgerrin James as the only non-quarterback to win the award six times. WTHR
- ➤ Lee Lapid scored 1:02 into overtime to give Indy Fuel a 5-4 comeback win over Rapid City after trailing 4-1 in regulation—officials ruled a last-second goal invalid. The Fuel will play two more games at the Fishers Event Center this weekend, with Friday and Saturday matchups starting at 7 p.m. WTHR
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Indiana Pacers vs. Toronto Raptors
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Indiana Pacers thrill in their matchup against the Toronto Raptors.
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Dynamo Dash 5k Run/Walk & Dyna-Mini Dash
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Guggman Haus Brewing Co. — Entry fees vary — Participate in a spirited 5K and fun mini dash while supporting local Dynamo FC enhancements.
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Carmel Paint Event – Fall Day on the Farm
6-9 p.m. — Social Cantina Carmel — Cost of food and drinks not included — Enjoy a cozy painting session while savoring delicious bites and drinks in a festive fall atmosphere.
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Peabo Bryson Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Payne & Mencias Palladium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful ballads of Grammy-winning vocalist Peabo Bryson in a special anniversary celebration.
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Wishbone 5K
Morning — Fishers YMCA — Registration required — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a community fitness event featuring a 5K run/walk for all ages.
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35th Anniversary Film Screening of Home Alone
3:30-11:59 p.m. — Newfields — Snacks available for purchase — Celebrate the holiday season with a screening of Home Alone and enjoy hot cocoa and a visit from Santa.
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Tim Wright with Steel Petals
7:30-9 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — $25 food and beverage minimum — Enjoy captivating harmonies and dynamic sounds from the Indianapolis-based band Steel Petals.
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Indiana Pacers vs. Chicago Bulls
12:30 – 4:59 a.m. — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting NBA matchup as the Pacers take on the Bulls in their home opener.
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Dinner with Santa Claus
Evening event — Dec 2 – 18 — The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers — Contact for cost — Celebrate the season with festive cocktails, dinner, and a family gift.
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A Christmas Story: The Musical
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the holiday classic brought to life with music and laughs.
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