Monthly Archives: August 2020

Indiana Beach Music Scene, Part 2

This column first appeared in 2014. Last week, I shared the details of Janis Joplin’s visit to Indiana Beach in Monticello on August 14, 1968, 46 years ago. It still seems strange to me. The place most Hoosiers identify with the cartoon crow popping up out of a cornfield to … Read More

IMPD Mounted Horse Patrol Association Holds Fundraiser

INDIANAPOLIS — The IMPD Mounted Horse Patrol Association is hosting its annual Polo at Sunset. In the past, the event has been hosted at Hickory Hall Polo Grounds in Whitestown and has raised about $30,000 toward the IMPD Mounted Patrol. In compliance with Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines, this … Read More

Walking for Dreams Family and Pet Walk to be Held Aug. 16

INDIANAPOLIS —  Paws & Think is joining dozens of other nonprofits for this year’s Walking for Dreams Family and Pet Walk in Indianapolis on Sunday, August 16th. Participants and their pets can walk in person along the Downtown Canal or virtually by using a fitness app. Paws & Think is … Read More

New Report Looks at Near Eastside Challenges

INDIANAPOLIS — A new report from the Center for Research on Inclusion and Social Policy (CRISP) takes a closer look at how residents, faith-based leaders, social service providers, and criminal justice professionals view crime on the Near Eastside of Indianapolis and its potential causes. CRISP partnered with the John Boner … Read More