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Indianapolis Star
07-08-2025
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
The latest SR 37 headache will be around awhile. When the 141st Street overpass will be completed
As the dentist might say near the end of a root canal: Hang tight, we're almost all done here. Fishers officials said the latest traffic disruptions on State Road 37 and 141st Street will be here for a while but will be the last — though some numbness may remain for frustrated commuters. The city is in the final stage of building the long-delayed overpass crossing at 141st to fully convert SR 37 to a freeway-style road. The restrictions will likely last until the entire job is completed next summer, said Hatem Mekky, Fisher's director of engineering. The current closures include reduced lanes on Interstate 37, with some exit and entrance ramps closed and a detour at 141st Street. Specifically, the restrictions are: Mekky said work crew are installing the pilings that will support the 141 Street overpass, building the ramps and preparing the drainage system. 'There's a lot of excavation that goes into the drainage; they go 20 feet deep,' Mekky said. Mekky said traffic lights on 146th have been reprogrammed to accommodate the increase in traffic caused by the current closure. The work mirrors that which was recently completed on the west side of the crossing and forced a lengthy closing there. The road work has caused disruptions to businesses to varying degrees along the busy commercial corridor because of the difficulty customers have driving there. Some have said sales have declined, others said they've held steady but forced changes in tactics, such as emphasizing online sales. The city has hired a public relations and marketing firm that manages a website, 37Thrives, to provide drivers and businesses with construction updates and keep them apprised of traffic changes. The completion of the intersection will bring an end to an eight-year project that was delayed by cost increases. The cost was originally estimated in 2018 at $124 million, with a $100 million stake by the Indiana Department of Transportation and contributions of $12 million by Fishers and Hamilton County. When the price tag jumped to $160 million, it required the county and Fishers to find the money to pay for the increases. Awarding the contract for the 141st Street project set back the project further when all three applicants submitted bids that exceeded the budget. Fishers, which is heading the project, decided to wait until interest rates were more favorable and they could re-bid it. The road reconstruction allows SR 37 drivers to advance a signal-free trip from 116th Street to 146th, and removes stoplights on the cross streets.
Indianapolis Star
07-08-2025
- Automotive
- Indianapolis Star
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Show Caption As the dentist might say near the end of a root canal: Hang tight, we're almost all done here. Fishers officials said the latest traffic disruptions on State Road 37 and 141st Street will be here for a while but will be the last — though some numbness may remain for frustrated commuters. The city is in the final stage of building th e long-delayed overpass crossing at 141st to fully convert SR 37 to a freeway-style road. The restrictions will likely last until the entire job is completed next summer, said Hatem Mekky, Fisher's director of engineering. The current closures include reduced lanes on Interstate 37, with some exit and entrance ramps closed and a detour at 141st Street. Specifically, the restrictions are: Traffic on 141st Street across SR 37 is closed, as it has been since January 2023. Both north and southbound traffic on SR 37 has been moved to the southbound lanes, reducing them to one lane in each direction. The east side on and off ramps are closed at 141st Street. Southbound drivers can exit to westbound 141st Street but can't go east. Drivers entering SR 37 from the west can only go south, in a 'right-in, right-out' configuration. Motorists who want to get to 141st Street will need to get off at 146th and double back or exit 135th Street. Mekky said work crew are installing the pilings that will support the 141 Street overpass, building the ramps and preparing the drainage system. 'There's a lot of excavation that goes into the drainage; they go 20 feet deep,' Mekky said. Mekky said traffic lights on 146th have been reprogrammed to accommodate the increase in traffic caused by the current closure. The work mirrors that which was recently completed on the west side of the crossing and forced a lengthy closing there. The road work has caused disruptions to businesses to varying degrees along the busy commercial corridor because of the difficulty customers have driving there. Some have said sales have declined, others said they've held steady but forced changes in tactics, such as emphasizing online sales. The city has hired a public relations and marketing firm that manages a website, 37Thrives, to provide drivers and businesses with construction updates and keep them apprised of traffic changes. The completion of the intersection will bring an end to an eight-year project that was delayed by cost increases. The cost was originally estimated in 2018 at $124 million, with a $100 million stake by the Indiana Department of Transportation and contributions of $12 million by Fishers and Hamilton County. When the price tag jumped to $160 million, it required the county and Fishers to find the money to pay for the increases. Awarding the contract for the 141st Street project set back the project further when all three applicants submitted bids that exceeded the budget. Fishers, which is heading the project, decided to wait until interest rates were more favorable and they could re-bid it. The road reconstruction allows SR 37 drivers to advance a signal-free trip from 116th Street to 146th, and removes stoplights on the cross streets.
Identity
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Identity
El Ghawy: A Comeback Charged with Power
The second half of Ramadan is already packed with dramas that have taken over everyone's conversations. But one series that's standing out with its unique mix of emotions and intensity is El Ghawy. Since the trailer dropped, people had mixed feelings — would it be a hit or a miss? But now that the episodes are rolling, it's clear the winning side is gaining momentum. Ahmed Mekky's shift couldn't have come at a better time. While we all love El Kebir and the laughs he gave us, there's always been a sense that Mekky has more to offer, and with Shams, we're finally seeing that. He's bold, fearless, and never playing in the grey area. Opposite him is Aicha Ben Ahmed, who brings Fatma to life with a beautiful blend of innocence, spontaneity, and subtle romance. Her chemistry with Mekky is one to watch — and we're pretty sure it's only going to get stronger as the story unfolds. Five episodes in, and it's safe to say the plot is picking up fast. Under the direction of Mando El Adl, El Ghawy is shaping up to be a promising Ramadan watch.
Egypt Independent
16-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Independent
Where and when to watch the Ramadan drama series ‘El-Ghawy'
Ramadan drama series 'El-Ghawy', starring Ahmed Mekky, will begin airing on Sunday, as part of the second half of Ramadan. It is slated to air on the 'ON' channel at 7:15 pm, with a rerun at 11:30 am. El-Ghawy stars Mekky alongside Aicha Ben Ahmed, Amr Abdel-Gelil, Ahmed Bedier, Ahmed Kamal, Mohamed Lotfy, Walaa El-Sherif, Karam Jaber, Hager Afifi, Abyussef, and Tamer Shaltout, with a special appearance by Kozbora. The series is written by Tariq Kashef and Mahmoud Zahran, and directed by Mando al-Adl. It tells a dramatic tale of redemption, after the protagonist Shams al-Adwy seeks to atone for a life of crime, but finds himself facing new challenges after his friend suffers an injustice. Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
See - Sada Elbalad
24-02-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
"Al-Ghawi" First Look Photos Revealed
Yara Sameh A slew of first-look photos from the behind-the-scenes of Egyptian actor Ahmed Mekky's upcoming TV series "Al-Ghawi" has been revealed. The series also includes Aïcha Ben Ahmed, Amr Abd El-Guelil, Ahmed Bedier, Ahmed Kamal, Mohamed Lotfy, Walaa El Sherif, Karam Gaber, Hager Afifi, Abyusif, Tamer Shaltot, and more. Ahmed Saleh directs the series from a script by Tarek El Kashef and Mahmoud Radwan. Synergy Production Company is the studio behind the drama. It consists of 15 episodes and witnesses Mekky stepping away from the comedy hit TV series ' Al-Kabir Awy.' "Al-Ghawi" is set to screen in the Ramadan 2025 drama marathon. Mekky was born on June 19, 1980, in Algeria to an Algerian father and an Egyptian mother but grew up in Egypt. He began his career in showbiz as a short film director after graduating from the Institute of Cinema, presenting features such as 'Yabanee Asly' (An Original Japanese). Mekky directed the 2005 film 'Al Hassa Al Sab'a' (The Seventh Sense), co-starring Ahmed Al Fishawy, which was adapted from a short film that Mekky had previously directed in 2003. He had also collaborated with his sister Inas Mekky in directing several productions, including 'Lahazat Harija' (Crucial Moments), and 'Tamer wa Shawqiyah' (Tamer and Shawqiyah), in which he also played the role of Haitham Dabour. Mekky has found success as a slapstick comedic actor with his roles in the 2008 film 'H. Dabbour', the 2009 film 'Teer Enta', the 2010 TV series 'El Kabeer Awi', and the 2010 film 'La Tarago Wa La Esteslam'. He is also known for his role in season 3 of the hit TV series "El Ekhteyar" (The Choice). Along with his career as an actor, Mekky has also continued his stardom by writing and performing rap songs, which he performed in his films or uploaded online.
