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Our Weekly Columnists
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Steven R. Barnett
100 Years Ago -
Rose Mary Clarke
Senior Lifestyle -
Al Hunter
Bumps in the Night -
Linda Hamer Kennett
What’s in the Attic? -
Steve Nicewanger
Sports Voice -
CJ Woods III
Words from Woods
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Scecina Celebrates Completion of Capital Campaign
INDIANAPOLIS — On September 19, Scecina Memorial High School marked the successful completion of its Our Faith, Our Journey, Our Time capital campaign, celebrating years of planning, fundraising, and construction. The event, attended by students, school staff, alumni, and donors, recognized the $7.6 million raised for major campus improvements. These included the creation of new athletic and activity fields, a new chapel, a modernized front entrance, a relocated and updated weight training room, and the establishment of two endowment funds to support academic excellence and facility maintenance. The celebration featured … Read More
Eskenazi Wins at Indy Chamber’s Monumental Awards
INDIANAPOLIS — arcDESIGN took home the highest honor of the Monumental Award for its transformative work on the Eskenazi Health Thomas & Arlene Grande Campus at 38th St. and Arlington Ave. The project, which also won in three categories, Architecture, Interior Design, and Public Art, stood out for its community-centered design and dedication to holistic care in one of Indianapolis’ most underserved neighborhoods. This year’s submitted projects collectively generated an estimated 4,000 jobs in Central Indiana, highlighting the positive economic impact of the region’s growth. Other award winners included: • … Read More
City Selects Anonymous Reporting Service for City Workers
INDIANAPOLIS — The City of Indianapolis announced the selection of Speakfully as the tool for an anonymous, third-party workplace reporting platform and hotline. Speakfully was selected in consultation with City-County Councilors Crista Carlino, Jessica McCormick, and Andy Nielsen, who continue to receive updates as the City works through the procurement process as mandated by law and ordinance. The selection and procurement of the anonymous reporting tool represents the next step in the ongoing work to improve workplace culture within the City-County. Multiple agencies in partnership with the City-County Council were … Read More
Free Parvo Vaccination Clinic Oct. 12
INDIANAPOLIS — Indy’s Parvo Prevention Project will host a free Parvo vaccination clinic Saturday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at LifeJourney Church, 2950 E. 55th Place in Indianapolis. The event, sponsored by LDR Rescue with vaccinations provided by Petco Love, will vaccinate dogs against distemper, hepatitis, Parvovirus and parainfluenza (DHPP). In addition to the vaccinations, dogs will receive microchips to help any veterinarian locate owners should the pet become lost or injured. Also on hand will be ministerial staff from the church to provide blessings for the dogs and … Read More
Apply to Vote By Mail, or Vote Early in Marion County
INDIANAPOLIS — All registered voters who would like to vote by mail in Indiana for the 2024 General Election must complete and properly submit an application by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24. You can complete an online application at … Read More
Remember the Paramount: The Next Generation on Oct. 20
INDIANAPOLIS — The Central Indiana Chapter American Theatre Organ Society and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Association will present their 2024 Fall fundraiser, Remember the Paramount: The Next Generation on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. at the Hilbert Circle Theatre. … Read More
Applause!: Oct. 11-17
• The last Irvington Farmers Market will be held on Sunday, Oct. 13 from noon-3 p.m. at Ellenberger Park, 5301 E. St. Clair St. There will be many produce and food vendors, artisans, nonprofit organization booths, music, and lots of … Read More
Hello, can you hear me now?
First published June 23, 2010 Remember the phone number prefix Melrose or Fleetwood? If you do, then you were probably born before 1960. I remember our number was Melrose (ML) 22962. We had the big old heavy black rotary phone. … Read More
Eiteljorg Celebrates Hispanic Heritage and Native American Heritage Month
INDIANAPOLIS – The Eiteljorg Museum celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Native American Heritage Month with cultural performances and activities visitors will not want to miss. On Oct. 14, the museum highlights Native cultures of the Pacific Northwest during Indigenous Peoples’ … Read More
Meet an Author, Be an Author at IndyPL
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Public Library invites the community to celebrate local literature at Meet an Author, Be an Author, a book fair and day of workshops, activities, and connections on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. … Read More
Martin University Holds Homecoming Events Oct. 14-20
INDIANAPOLIS — Martin University’s Homecoming Week that will focus on alumni but is open to current students and the community. Unless otherwise noted, the event will be held at the University, 2186 North Sherman Drive. • City-Wide Unity Prayer Breakfast … Read More
Healthcare Shouldn’t be Scary!
INDIANAPOLIS — The 2024 Irvington Halloween Festival features an event that is anything but scary: a Wellness Fair sponsored by Irvington Presbyterian Church and the Irvington Halloween Festival Committee. You’ll find free, easy access to health screenings, flu shots, HIV … Read More
Assistance for Those Suffering from Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), which was formed to raise awareness about the repercussions of domestic violence and bring together those fighting to end it. The United States Department of Justice defines domestic violence as “a pattern of … Read More
The Ghosts of Gettysburg
This column first appeared in October 2013. It’s October again in Indianapolis. The air is crisp, the farmers are harvesting their crops in the fields, the smell of burning leaves permeates the air and Hoosier imaginations turn to ghosts, goblins … Read More
Trivia Pursuit
1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. In 2024, an estimated 310,720 women and 2,800 men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Chances are, you know at least one … Read More
100 Years Ago: Oct. 11-17
From The Indianapolis Star, Sunday, October 12, 1924: The Hoosier Motor Club board of directors is unanimous in opposition to a driver’s license law according to Todd Stoops, club secretary-manager. “The directors feel a driver’s license law would be an … Read More