Article Archives: Applause

Applause!: March 6-13

• The American Cancer Society needs volunteer drivers to help provide transportation for patients in Marion County, especially in the eastside community. To find out how you can help, call Robin Rockel, at 317-344-7812 or e-mail robin.rockel@cancer.org. • Community volunteers are needed for the IndianaMOM Mission of Mercy free dental … Read More

Applause!: Feb. 27-March 6

• There will be a pet food drive at the March 3 Butler vs. Georgetown men’s basketball game at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Fans attending the game are asked to bring bagged or canned dog and cat food and drop their donations in the barrels at the entrance. All donations will go … Read More

Applause!: Feb. 20-27

• Want to introduce your kids to opera? Indianapolis Opera is offering a free community children’s program, The Billy Goats Gruff, on Feb. 21 at 10:30 a.m. at the Basile Opera Center, 40th and Pennsylvania. The program is suitable for children 12 and under. Post-performance, kids can ask questions of … Read More

Applause!: Jan. 30-Feb. 6

• Congratulations to Perry Township educator Kelly Wilber for receiving the Milken Education Award. The award is given by the Milken Family Foundation and along with national recognition, includes a $25,000 cash prize. Wilber is a 5th grade teacher at Southport Elementary in MSD Perry Township.  In addition, Wilber is … Read More

Applause!: Jan. 23-30

• Audrey Britain, who founded Audrey’s Place Furniture and Thrift on East 10th St., passed away Jan. 15. She and her husband John Sr. started the business in 1990, and their son John Jr. runs it now. She was a grand lady who was much loved. Our deepest sympathy to … Read More