Monthly Archives: October 2023

City Budget Passes, More Money for IMPD and Violence Reduction

INDIANAPOLIS _ The first budget since 2019 without significant federal COVID funding support, the proposed 2024 budget accelerates the city’s momentum, prioritizing key investments in law enforcement, violence reduction, infrastructure, and neighborhoods to make Indianapolis safer and stronger. The total budget is more than $1.5 billion. Included is the largest … Read More

SEND Awarded Grant to Create Affordable Housing on Southeast Side

INDIANAPOLIS — South East Neighborhood Development (SEND) is proud to report that they recently were awarded a $925,000 grant through the City of Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD) Vacant to Vibrant program. These funds will be utilized to create new affordable housing in Southeast Indy. Funded by the American … Read More

Indiana State Fair Unveils 2024 Theme

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Fair recently unveiled a preview for the 167th edition of the favorite summertime tradition by dedicating the theme to ‘THE ART & NATURE OF FUN, presented by Newfields.’ This immersive theme will be activated through a celebration of art and nature, promising an unforgettable experience … Read More

Irvington October Tales

Many consider Irvington to be the most haunted place in central Indiana. Certainly, during the month of October the Classic Suburb may live up to that reputation with its over-the-top celebration of Halloween. Homes are decorated, spooky stories are told, hundreds go on the ghost walk tours, and thousands attend … Read More

Applause!: Oct. 27-Nov. 2

• There will be a Pogue’s Run Fall Bike Ride on Sunday, Oct. 29  at 9:45 a.m. Meet at Fletcher Park, 1429 E. Brookside Ave.The ride is 6 miles through Brookside Park up the the Pogue’s Run Art & Nature Park and back. You can dress in costumes if you’d … Read More