Monthly Archives: June 2026

Juneteenth Program Features Film, Discussion, Celebration

June 11, 2026 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — In celebration of Juneteenth, a federally designated holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, on June 19 Indiana Landmarks Black Heritage Preservation Program presents a program exploring the legacy of Marcus Garvey and his impact on Indiana. In the early twentieth century, Jamaican activist Marcus Mosiah Garvey’s … Read More

Mid-North Food Pantry Launches Summer Saturday Pantries

June 11, 2026 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Mid-North Food Pantry is expanding access to food this summer by offering Saturday pantry hours throughout June and July to help families facing increased food insecurity while children are out of school. For many families, summer creates additional strain on already stretched household budgets. With Indiana opting out … Read More

Fiscal Package for the City Introduced

June 11, 2026 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Mayor Joe Hogsett and the City-County Council recently introduced Proposal No. 163, 2026, a fiscal ordinance that directs roughly $19.49 million in supplemental income tax funding toward investments in public safety, infrastructure, homelessness and housing stability, education, and quality of life. This proposal was sponsored by Council President … Read More

Indiana Improving on Education but Challenges Remain

June 11, 2026 | by Weekly View

INDIANA — Indiana has moved up in a national education ranking but the latest Annie E. Casey Foundation Kids Count Data Book showed many students still face challenges in reading and math. The report ranked Indiana 11th nationally in education, up from 17th in 2019. But more than half of … Read More

Applause!: June 12-18

June 11, 2026 | by Weekly View

• The Second Chance Workshop returns to Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, June 17, offering free license reinstatement assistance and expungement screenings for those looking for a fresh start. Hours are 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at  Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania. This event is FREE, but space is limited and … Read More