Monthly Archives: March 2016

Mass Ave. Development Bids Embrace the Past and Future

Encompassing a full block of northern end of Mass Ave., the Coca-Cola Bottling building was built in 1931 and is considered a superb example of Art Deco architecture. The white glazed terra cotta exterior and classic Art Deco ornaments seem out of place for a building that once was the … Read More

Scholarship Launched to Reward Community Service

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis-Marion County City-County Councillor Blake Johnson announced recently the launch of the Eastside Emerging Leaders Scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded to graduating high school seniors (or adults planning to enroll in postsecondary education for the first time) who have demonstrated a strong commitment to community service and … Read More

Irvington Prep Qualifies for VEXWorld Championship

IRVINGTON — The Irvington Preparatory Academy (IPA) Robotics Team qualified for the 2016 VEX World Championship on Sat., March 5. The “Robotic Ravens” will compete against 450 teams from around the United States and the globe in Louisville, Ky. on April 20-23.. The team, now in just its second year, … Read More

Passport Day at Three Indy Post Offices

INDIANAPOLIS —  Current regulations state in addition to presenting a valid passport book when returning to the United States by air, you’ll now need to present a U.S. passport at land borders and sea ports of entry to return home.  To make getting your passport easier and in time for … Read More

Sewer Rates to Increase

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC), industrial customers, and Citizens Energy Group have reached a settlement agreement in Citizens’ pending sewer rate case. If the agreement receives approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC), it will save customers more than $25 million annually when compared … Read More