Weekly View’s Story Archive

Kelly Park Gets Playground Enhancements

November 4, 2021 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Through the Lift Indy initiative, over $1 million has been invested in Community Block Development Grants to improve the Kelly Park in the Old Southside neighborhood. In 2018, the Old Southside was announced as the City’s second Lift Indy neighborhood, receiving approximately $4 million in funding through the … Read More

Applause!: Nov. 5-11

November 4, 2021 | by Weekly View

• The east side lost a fierce and beautiful voice on Oct. 28, when Ruth Show passed away. She was born Dec. 3, 1934 in Indianapolis, and moved into the St. Clair Place neighborhood in 1975. Many may remember her as a community activist and tireless champion for near-eastside neighborhoods. … Read More

Feral Cat Shelters Available for Caretakers

November 4, 2021 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Caretakers of feral/community cats can pick up winter shelters and straw at the Animal Shelter, 2600 S. Harding St. on Nov. 6, 13, or 20 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. FIDO headquarters, 1505 N. Sherman Dr. will also have supplies available on Nov. 14 and Nov. 21 from noon-3 … Read More

Phyllis Boyd Named New Indy Parks Director

November 4, 2021 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Phyllis Boyd has been named the next director of Indy Parks and Recreation. Boyd comes to the City of Indianapolis from her role as executive director of Groundwork Indy, a non-profit organization that employs youth to work on community-based projects that equitably enhance environmental, economic, and social well-being. … Read More

Jingle Rails and Other Exhibits Coming to the Eiteljorg

November 4, 2021 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The 12th annual Fifth Third Bank Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure, opens Nov. 20 and continues through Jan. 17, in the museum’s Allen Whitehill Clowes Sculpture Court. Model electric trains ramble through whimsical backdrops made of all-natural materials, depicting the skyline of Indianapolis and the landmarks of … Read More