Monthly Archives: March 2024

100 Years Ago: March 22-28

From The Indianapolis Times, Thursday, March 27, 1924: Policewoman Anna Bruner says dancers have been getting away with improper actions under the eyes of dance hall matrons. “Why, at times you couldn’t get a match between the dancers,” Bruner asserted as the modern sheik and sheba glide over dance hall … Read More

Baskets, Bunnies, and Blow Molds — Oh My!

The temperatures are climbing, the lilies are starting to bloom and the shopping malls are filling up with life size bunnies and giant colored eggs. There is no doubt about it, Easter is right around the corner. While they will most likely never reach the popularity level of Christmas collectibles, … Read More

Abraham Lincoln, the Blood Moon, and History, Part 1

Indiana is firmly ensnared by “Eclipse Fever” and for the next few weeks, whether you want to or not, you’re caught smack dab in the middle of the path of totality. According to the National Park Service, the first recorded instance of a total eclipse in America can be traced … Read More

New York and Michigan Streets Begin 2-Way Conversion

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Department of Public Works (Indy DPW) began construction Monday, March 11 on the conversion of New York and Michigan streets to two-way traffic between College Avenue and Ellenberger Park. The work will directly impact residents and commuters to downtown on the east side. The project has … Read More