Auto + Marine

Navigating Roads With Purpose

Michael Roby Leads Bill Estes Toyota With People-First Philosophy That Fosters A Culture Centered On Mentorship, Transparency And Community Impact Article by Allyson (Ally) Straczek | Photography by Brianna Richardson While searching classified ads in Greenville, South Carolina, Michael (Joey) Roby found a sales role at Ford Trucks. Leveraging his wrestling background, he secured the position despite lacking experience. After more than 27 years in the industry, including 25 at Toyota, he...

Arts + Culture

Strings, Woodwinds, Wind Instruments, Percussion Consonance

Carmel Symphony Orchestra Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Announces New Conductor Article by Julie Brown Patton The year of 2026 is especially meaningful music to the ears of musicians and supporters of the Carmel Symphony Orchestra, which was founded in 1975 and officially incorporated on Dec. 10, 1976. CSO Business Manager Cheri Moore says the group will celebrate that five-decade anniversary milestone throughout their upcoming season between October 2026 to April 2027. "We'll culminate in a...

Life + Culture

Adapting, Embracing New Cultures

Carmel Author Creates New Book About Turning Challenges Into Opportunities Article by Julie Brown Patton Carmel-based author, small business owner and intercultural consultant Toyi Rodriguez, MBA,  shares ideas that blend culture, storytelling and everyday life in her new book:  Global Citizen: A Cultural and Transformative Journey to Thrive Abroad . "It’s a perspective that shows up in everyday moments, from how we interpret a smile to how we navigate relationships," she states. "Through...

Arts + Culture

Scenic Way To Stay Active

Look No Farther Than HamCo Hubway Trails In Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville And Westfield This Summer Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Hamilton County Tourism Inc. Whether biking, walking or exploring with family, The HamCo Hubway offers 600-plus miles of trails and packaged experiences that blend wellness, leisure and local discovery. This integrated trail system connects Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville and Westfield through four major paved paths, plus a network of easy-to-navigate...

Education

New School Year, New Superintendent

Carmel City Lifestyle Asked CCS Superintendent Thomas Oestreich About Goals, Progress Article by Julie Brown Patton Upon retirement of Carmel Clay Schools Superintendent Michael Beresford ending the 2024-25 school year, CCS Assistant Superintendent Thomas Oestreich, Ed.D., was named his successor. As a nationally recognized public school district, Tom, aka "Dr. O," now heads an organization serving approximately 16,000 students and 2,400 staff across 15 school sites.  Tom joined CCS in 2020...

Home Services

Get Squeaky Clean Homes And Refreshed Exterior Happiness

Northside Window & Gutter Cleaning Celebrates 20th Business Anniversary Article by Allyson (Ally) Straczek | Photography by Logan Clark Founded in 2006, Northside Window & Gutter Cleaning team members are celebrating 20 years in business in 2026. Owned and operated by local military veteran Gene Hairston, the company provides gutter maintenance, window cleaning, pressure washing and soft washing for homes in Carmel, Fishers, Geist, McCordsville, Noblesville, Westfield and Zionsville. Gene...

Arts + Culture

Carmel Resident Releases Compelling Documentary

Three-Episode Film Tells Stories of Amazing Organ Donor Heroes And Their Families Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Red Mouse Media “If you could save the lives of eight total strangers, could you — would you?” Considerations surrounding that question and call to action are addressed in a new, limited film series created by Carmel resident and critical care nurse Robert Horsey, also an executive producer who has dedicated his 27-year nursing career to caring for organ donors and...

Arts + Culture

Son-Father Partners Open Record Store

CTYZN Records Is Located In Carmel Arts & Design District Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Brianna Richardson Father and son duo Moden and Oliver Thibodeau hummed their own versions of the song lyrics "Because I'm Happy..." when they opened a new, local record store on Jan. 23, 2026. The CTYZN Records (pronounced Citizen) store in the Carmel Arts & Design District at 420 W. Main St., offers new and used vinyl, CDs, cassettes, thrifted discoveries and music-related curiosities. ...

Life + Culture

He L.E.A.D.S.

Carmel Hosts First-Ever Men’s Wellness Breakfast: Leadership. Engagement. Awareness. Dialogue. Support. Article by Julie Brown Patton Carmel   city staffers   hosted the inaugural He L.E.A.D.S. Men’s Wellness Breakfast, a free event to foster support, connection and open dialogue regarding unique challenges facing men today. Presented by the Rotary Club of Carmel and held at the Carmel Fire Department headquarters, this initiative follows the success of the She L.E.A.D.S. women’s conference...

Fitness

Leading Ladies Of Ballet

Indiana Ballet Conservatory Celebrates 15 Years Of Storytelling, Artistic Performances Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Amanda Renzulli and IBC Built upon a 300‐year foundation of excellence via the Vaganova total-body ballet training method, the mission of Indiana Ballet Conservatory in Carmel is to fuse the finest, classical ballet instruction with the best of contemporary techniques.  Alyona Yakovleva, IBC founder, artistic director, master teacher, coach and choreographer...