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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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Public Meeting on New Plans for Washington Square Mall Redevelopment
INDIANAPOLIS — For decades, Washington Square Mall has been part of the fabric of Indianapolis’ Far Eastside—a place where generations of families shopped, worked, and gathered. Now, residents are invited to help shape what comes next. BRC Commercial Properties, LLC invites residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to a public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 22 from 6-8 p.m. at the Warren Central Administration Building, 975 N. Post Rd., to learn about the proposed redevelopment of Washington Square Mall into The Washington Grand Hotel, Resort, and Conference Center. Originally built in … Read More
The Wellness Fair Kicks Off the Halloween Festival Lineup
IRVINGTON — The 2026 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 testing, Fasting Blood Glucose screening, Eye screening and other health-related services at the Halloween Festival Wellness Fair on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Irvington Presbyterian Church, 55 Johnson Ave. The Wellness Fair will be easy to find in the parking lot behind the Irvington Library, … Read More
Local Singers to Honor Veterans with Free Indianapolis Concert
INDIANAPOLIS — Veterans will be the honored guests when two Central Indiana singing organizations join forces for a special free concert on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. at the Frank and Katrina Basile Theater at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, 450 W. Ohio St., Indianapolis. Circle City Sound, Indianapolis’ premier men’s barbershop chorus, will present “Stars and Stripes and Harmony,” a concert celebrating and honoring the men and women who have served our country. The Capital City Chorus will join Circle City Sound as featured guests … Read More
Indy DPW to Make Safety Improvements at Mass Ave. Intersection
INDIANAPOLIS — Contractors for the Indianapolis Department of Public Works (Indy DPW) have begun construction at the intersection of Massachusetts Ave., College Ave. and St. Clair St. as part of a project to improve safety and resurface pavement. Weather permitting, construction is expected to be completed by late November. Businesses will remain accessible throughout construction. The project incorporates permanent safety improvements into a previously planned resurfacing project. The improvements were developed following community conversations in October 2025 about safety concerns at the intersection, including the need for permanent solutions to … Read More
Rivoli Theatre Marquee Unveiled October 24
INDIANAPOLIS — On October 24 from 6–9 p.m. at Intermissions Plaza there will be a Rivoli Theater Marquee Unveiling. Intermission Plaza next door will host the final pop up arts party 6-8 that same day hosted by Arts With A Purpose. The Rivoli is located at 3155 E. 10th St. We’ll gather with the community to unveil and light the Theater’s new marquee, celebrate the progress made so far, and spotlight the future of this beloved landmark. Guests will also have the opportunity to tour the Theatre and experience firsthand … Read More
IMPD Launches New Tool to Report Fender-Benders
INDIANAPOLIS — IMPD is launching a new Driver Exchange Tool to improve roadside safety and save you time. If you’re involved in a minor vehicle crash with no injuries, you’ll now receive a Driver Exchange Link straight to your phone, instead of waiting for an officer. This easy-to-use tool gives you everything you need to file an insurance claim. It keeps you moving and allows our officers to stay focused on higher-priority calls. The Driver Exchange Tool offers immediate documentation and 24/7 online access at CrashDocs.org, where drivers can securely … Read More
Indianapolis Common Read: The Illustrated Man
INDIANAPOLIS — Seventy-five years after its publication, Ray Bradbury’s The Illustrated Man continues to spark conversations about some of the most important questions facing society today: How is technology changing our lives and relationships? What do we fear, and what do we hope for, as we look toward the future? How do imagination, family, and community shape the world we create together? Join Pulitzer Prize-winning and New York Times bestselling author Daniel Kraus, NASA planetary scientist Dr. Abby Fraeman, deputy project scientist for the Curiosity rover mission, and award-winning Indianapolis … Read More
Solace House Collective Opens Homes for Women in Need
INDIANAPOLIS — Solace House Collective, an Indianapolis 501(c)(3) nonprofit, was created to address an often-overlooked form of housing instability affecting adult women who may not qualify for traditional emergency shelter but still need safe and stable housing. These are women navigating displacement, financial hardship, controlling relationships, or major life transitions — women who are capable and determined, but who need a stable foundation to move forward. Solace House Collective was formed in July 2026. By providing furnished private bedrooms within respectful, women-only shared residences, Solace House gives women the stability … Read More
100 Years Ago: Oct. 9-15
From The Indianapolis Times, Monday, October 11, 1926: Today, the Marion County grand jury began investigating charges that politicians and high officials were involved with D C. Stephenson, former Klan grand dragon, in corrupt political deals when Stephenson was “the law in Indiana.” Criminal Judge James Collins instructed jurors to make a thorough investigation of reports that Stephenson, who is serving a life term in Indiana State prison, is now ready to talk. Prosecutor William Remy, who is leading the investigation, announced that Stephenson will be called before the jury, … Read More
Fall Harvest Car Show Oct. 18
INDIANAPOLIS — Carol’s Adventures Classic Car, Truck and Bike Show will be held Sunday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with the awards ceremony at 3:30 p.m. at Culvers, 3805 S. East St. There will be many speciality awards, including … Read More
Prepare to Go to the Polls November 3
INDIANA — The mid-term elections will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 3 throughout Indiana. Going to the polls informed on the candidates and the referendums is key to making democracy work. Indiana has historically low voter turnouts, especially for mid-term … Read More
100 Black Hoosier Oral Histories Available
INDIANAPOLIS — More than 100 oral history interviews documenting the experiences, memories, and community histories of Black Hoosiers are now accessible through the Indiana Landmarks Black Heritage Preservation Program’s growing digital oral history collection. The initiative is supported by a … Read More
MCHD Relocating Walk-In Services to New Location
INDIANAPOLIS — The Marion County Public Health Department announces the upcoming move of some popular walk-in services to its newly constructed Public Health Center located at 3810 Meadows Drive. Walk-in services for birth certificates, death certificates, immunization records and drop-off … Read More
Applause!: Oct. 16-22
• The Irvington Community Council will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 7 p.m. at Irvington Presbyterian Church, 55 Johnson Ave. • “How Do I Know What’s Real?” program will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 20 from … Read More
“CATS” at Beef & Boards
INDIANAPOLIS — The seven-time Tony Award winning CATS has pounced onto the Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre stage for a run through Nov. 22. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s playful production is one of the longest-running shows in Broadway history, having been … Read More
Pat Quinlan and the Ghost of H.H. Holmes, Part 2
H.H. Holmes paid for his misdeeds with death by hanging on May 7, 1896. But his former “Murder Castle” caretaker/janitor Patrick “Pat” Quinlan would never escape his own self-made prison. When the Murder Castle caught fire in September of 1893, … Read More
The Halloween Time
In the town of Irvington, Indiana, October is a special time. As soon as the calendar changes from September 30th to October 1st, the houses and grounds of the town bloom with ghosts and goblins and graves: Oh, my! My … Read More
100 Years Ago: Oct. 16-22
From The Indianapolis Star, Sunday, October 17, 1926: A radio controlled “Ghost Car,” operated without driver or passenger, will make its first appearance in the Midwest during a week-long series of demonstrations around Indianapolis as a feature of the second … Read More
Black Health Event at Central Library
INDIANAPOLIS — There will be a special event at Central Library on Tuesday, October 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for an exciting and impactful day centered on Black health, wellness, and community empowerment. The library is located at … Read More
Tickets on Sale for Beef & Boards 2027 Shows
INDIANAPOLIS – Tickets to Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s 2027 shows are now on sale to the public exclusively through Beef & Boards, either via beefandboards.com or through the box office by calling 317-872-9664. Tickets purchased through sellers other than … Read More
DigIndy Presentation at Central Library
INDIANAPOLIS — DigIndy: Inside the Engineering of the DigIndy Tunnel System Project and Its Impact on Water Quality will be presented on Tuesday, Oct. 13 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Central Librar, 40 E. St. Clair. Join us in … Read More
FESTIVAL 451indy: A Ray Bradbury World Premiere Oct. 9-11
INDIANAPOLIS — “The Autumn Country” will be performed Friday-Sunday, Oct. 9-11 at the Brian Payne Theatre in District Theatre, 627 Massachusetts Ave. Friday and Saturday performances will be at 7:30 p.m., Sunday 4 p.m. General admission $28, seniors & students … Read More
Applause!: Oct. 9-15
• Menards is now serving as a drop site for a local food pantry during the month of October. Menards offers a wide variety of non-perishable food items that can be donated to the food pantries, from boxes of cereal … Read More
History and Mystery
I climbed the steps leading away from the light-rail station onto the street above it; a woman bounded up the steps behind me and at the top, asked for directions to a street. I pointed her in the right direction … Read More
Pat Quinlan and the Ghost of H.H. Holmes, Part 1
As a lover of all things historical, the stories I find myself most drawn to often include the aftermath of a historical event. One such story involves an incident and personality from the pages of Irvington history. In October of … Read More