Weekly View’s Story Archive

Lilly Endowment, State Announce Investment in Early Literacy Programs

INDIANA — The State of Indiana and Lilly Endowment Inc. recently announced the state’s largest-ever financial investment in literacy, expanding Indiana’s commitment to support literacy development for Hoosier students. This combined investment from the state and Lilly Endowment of up to $111 million will support early literacy development using proven … Read More

Two-Way Street Conversions Begin on Fort Wayne Ave.

INDIANAPOLIS —  The Indianapolis Dept. of Public Works recently highlighted efforts to calm traffic along the ciy’s roadways by pursuing two-way street conversions as appropriate when upgrading roads. At the site of the newly converted segment of Fort Wayne Ave., officials noted that the upcoming infrastructure improvements would improve access … Read More

Applause!: Aug. 26-Sept. 1

• The dates for the Irvington Ghost Tours have been announced! Beginning Friday, Sept. 30 through Saturday, Oct. 29, tours start at 7 p.m. at 10 South Johnson Ave. Tickets are $20 each (cash only) and include a book while supplies last. Al Hunter and his merry band of helpers … Read More

Arts for Lawrence Names New Executive Director

INDIANAPOLIS — The Arts for Lawrence Board of Directors has named Elana Thompson as the organization’s next Executive Director. As current Executive Director Judy Byron retires, Ms. Thompson will begin work in September. Arts for Lawrence conducted an extensive search and selected Ms. Thompson from more than 60 applicants. She … Read More