Monthly Archives: August 2020

This Week’s Issue: Aug. 28-Sept. 3

August 27, 2020 | by Weekly View

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Governor Addresses Equity and Inclusion in State Address

August 27, 2020 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb recently announced steps he will immediately take in state government to address equity and inclusion. In his public address, Gov. Holcomb stated he will create Indiana’s first-ever Chief Equity, Inclusion and Opportunity Officer. The officer will focus on improving equity, inclusion and opportunity across … Read More

Downtown Indy Recovery Program Announced

August 27, 2020 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — City leaders announced in $750,000 funding aimed at improving public safety downtown. Most of the funds will be targeted on extra policing in the Mile Square. In addition to increasing foot and bike patrols of off-duty IMPD officers downtown, the funds will go to launch a “Safe Ambassador” … Read More

Music Venues Get Help from the City

August 27, 2020 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The City of Indianapolis recently announced the recipients of the Music Cities Strategy Recovery Program, a grant program aimed at helping independent music venues impacted by Public Health Orders surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. “As we navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, we must protect our live music … Read More

The Blues Play Indy

August 27, 2020 | by Steven R. Barnett

“The outlook wasn’t brilliant for the Mudville nine that day; the score stood four to two, with but one inning more to play….” Most of us have experienced the angst, as the poem continues, either as players or fans of “the game,” clinging to hope that the roster would hold, … Read More