Monthly Archives: December 2017

Perry Meridian Wins Anti-Litter Video Contest

INDIANAPOLIS — To build awareness of littering, the “It’s My City Litter PSA Contest” encouraged all K–12 students in Marion County to create 30- or 60-second videos that explain why residents shouldn’t litter. Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc. (KIB), Eli Lilly and Company, FOX59, and It’s My City sponsored the contest … Read More

Applause!: Dec. 8-14

• On Mon., Dec. 11 at 7 p.m., the Benton House and Bookmamas will present the 1943 Stars Over Hollywood radio version of A Christmas Carol. The parts will be read by eight Irvingtonians in the historic home at 312 S. Downey Ave. Cookies and hot chocolate will be served. … Read More

Local Senior Organizations Receive Grants

INDIANAPOLIS — More than 30 senior-serving not-for-profit organizations will receive a total of $746,566 in grants from Central Indiana Senior Fund, a special interest fund of Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF). The Senior Fund advisory board selects organizations that alleviate barriers and create opportunities for a growing senior population in … Read More

Alzheimer’s Association Offers Tips to Make the Holiday Season Brighter

INDIANAPOLIS — While holiday celebrations are often festive occasions, they can be challenging for the millions of families living with Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Association has seen a rise in calls to its 24-hour Helpline during the holiday season — when people visit with friends and family whom they may not … Read More

Bowl Game for the Boilermakers

Purdue’s 6-6 Boilermaker football team is going to a bowl game. The boys from West Lafayette will meet the Arizona Wildcats on December 27 at 8:30 p.m. ET at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, CA  to play in the Foster Farms Bowl. Levi Stadium is home to the San Francisco … Read More