Monthly Archives: July 2025

100 Years Ago: Aug. 1-7

July 31, 2025 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis Star, Saturday, August 1, 1925: More than $15,000 (2024: $273,986) worth of liquor was destroyed yesterday afternoon in the basement of the county jail. Under the direction of Marion County sheriff Omer Hawkins, more than fifty people interested in the enforcement of the liquor law uncorked bottles … Read More

This Week’s Issue: July 25-31

July 24, 2025 | by Weekly View

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Ice Cream Social at the Bona August 4

July 24, 2025 | by Weekly View

IRVINGTON — The Irvington Historical Society has held an annual Ice Cream Social on the first Sunday in August every year since its founding in 1964. This year’s event is Sunday, Aug.3, from 1-4 p.m. at the Bona Thompson Memorial Center, 5350 E. University Ave. (corner of University and Downey … Read More

Franciscan Health Offers Produce Prescription Program

July 24, 2025 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS—– Franciscan Health Indianapolis and the Indy Hunger Network are continuing the Fresh Start Market Produce Prescription Program this summer. The program provides diet options for healthy eating as well as chronic disease management education and support. The Produce Prescription Program is available to those who have pre- or existing … Read More

Caulk of the Town Returns to East Side

July 24, 2025 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — NEAR is bringing back their Caulk of the Town event on Friday, October 17. Caulk of the Town is a one-day, resident-focused home weatherization event with a history dating back to the 1980s originally led by NEAR’s predecessor organization. The event allows residents and volunteers to care for … Read More