Weekly View’s Story Archive

“A Streetcar Named Desire” at IndyFringe March 3

February 23, 2023 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Tennessee Williams’s masterpiece, A Streetcar Named Desire was written during a period of change in America, after World War II. In short, the play follows a woman, Blanche, who comes to live with her sister and her sister’s husband. She eventually loses her grip on reality, as she … Read More

Indiana Senate Bill Advances to Help Seniors Access SNAP Benefits

February 23, 2023 | by Weekly View

INDIANA — The Indiana Senate recently approved a bill intended to make access to SNAP benefits easier for seniors and those on disability. The U.S. Department of Agriculture funds SNAP benefits, formerly known as food stamps, which are considered critical in helping low-income individuals obtain food. Currently, seniors and those … Read More

Crowdfunding Opportunity for New Shelbyville Playhouse

February 23, 2023 | by Weekly View

SHELBYVILLE — Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) recently launched a crowdfunding campaign to expand and upgrade the former 44 Bowling Alley into a civic performance venue. If this crowdfunding campaign reaches its goal of raising $50,000 by April 18, the project led … Read More

This Week’s Issue: Feb. 17-23

February 16, 2023 | by Weekly View

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Perry Twp. Teacher Honored with Milken Education Award

February 16, 2023 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Education and the Milken Family Foundation recently surprised Brittany Tinkler, a second grade teacher at Rosa Parks Elementary in Marion County, with the prestigious Milken Educator Award, which comes with a prize of $25,000 from the foundation. “Mrs. Brittany Tinkler’s love for education and … Read More