Monthly Archives: January 2026

New Shelter on East Side Set to Open in Spring

INDIANAPOLIS — The long-awaited updated and larger animal shelter for Indianapolis Animal Care Services (IACS) at 5001 E. Raymond St. will soon be open. Construction will be finished in March and IACS will be moving into the space in April. The City will be hosting a public grand opening in … Read More

Global Prep Academy to Expand in Martindale-Brightwood

INDIANAPOLIS — Global Prep Academy has announced it will expand its middle school grades to a second site near Martindale-Brightwood with the $2.7 million purchase of a building directly off the Monon Trail. The new building at 1002 E. 25th St. sits on a former industrial site and will be … Read More

Shelby St. Closed for Drainage Project

INDIANAPOLIS — A major thoroughfare on the southeast side will be closed through roughly July of this year. Shelby between Morris St . and Cottage Ave. is affected, but there is access to businesses and homes through side streets and on sidewalks. The Fountain Square Drainage Improvements will not only … Read More

Community Health Network Foundation Leader to Retire

INDIANAPOLIS — After nearly 14 years as President and CEO of Community Health Network Foundation, Joyce Irwin has announced her plans to retire on July 3, 2026. An executive committee member at Community Health Network, Irwin has advanced the Foundation’s mission and dramatically increased philanthropic support, leading a team to … Read More