Weekly View’s Story Archive

City Announces 2023 Capital Infrastructure Projects List

INDIANAPOLIS — The city recently announced a lengthy list of construction projects included in the 2023 capital infrastructure program. Each year, this program includes projects to improve roadways, rehabilitate bridges, enhance pedestrian safety, and improve stormwater infrastructure. On the east side a slew of new projects and continuation of existing … Read More

Potential for Facebook Scams Increases

Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg recently announced the company is introducing Meta Verified, a paid “blue verification badge” for Facebook and Instagram. According to the news release, the monthly subscription service includes a verification badge, protection against impersonating accounts, increased visibility, priority customer service and other exclusive features. Previously, Twitter announced its blue … Read More

Dept. of Education Works to Bring Arts to Classroom

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) has formed a new partnership with the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) that aims to expand classroom teaching through arts and creativity. The Indiana Educator Fellowship for Creative Teaching was created to celebrate and support outstanding educators and expand classroom teaching through creativity. … Read More

Genealogy Program Covers Oral Histories

INDIANAPOLIS — The Genealogical Society of Marion County (GSMC) will present a free hybrid program on Saturday, March 11 from 1 – 3 p.m. The program will be held online and in-person at the GSMC Library 9370 E. Washington St. The program, Your Family, Your Story: Oral Histories will be … Read More

Talk at Indiana Landmarks About Uncomfortable History

INDIANAPOLIS — At a time when school districts and the Indiana General Assembly are debating restrictions on teaching materials that cover troubling episodes from our nation’s past, Indiana Landmarks is hosting a panel discussion about why our collective history makes us want to close our eyes and ears. The free … Read More