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Steven R. Barnett
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Rose Mary Clarke
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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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53rd Annual Benton House Tour of Homes Sept. 20
IRVINGTON — The Benton House Association will present its annual Benton House Tour of Homes and Classy Car Show on Sunday, September 20 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Celebrating its 53rd year, this year’s tour features many historical homes and landmarks, showcasing the rich history and architectural diversity of the Irvington community. Tickets are $20 in advance at thebentonhouse.org Web site, or $25 the day of the tour. Proceeds from the tour provide funds for the upkeep of the historic home and its grounds at 312 S. Downey Ave. … Read More
Book Bonanza at Central Library
INDIANAPOLIS — Celebrate the joy of reading at Book Bonanza on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet romance authors AJ Truman, Courtney Corlew and S.C. Grayson for a panel, learn the art of book bedazzling with Emily Mellentine of From Her Corner and hear audiobook narrators Gary Tiedemann and Allyson Voller in conversation with Central Library Director Liz Schoettle. The library is located at 40 E. St. Clair. Visitors can also enjoy genre meet-ups, book tote painting, book giveaways, bookmark making, local vendors and bookstores, literacy … Read More
Bridges Townhomes Open on Eastside
INDIANAPOLIS — The Bridges Townhomes at Sherman Park have opened. The $15.1 million project on the city’s Near Eastside will provide housing for lower income individuals and families. The development has 43 units across seven buildings on 1.7 acres of the park, located along LaSalle Street between St. Clair and North streets. Eleven units are designated as permanent housing for families who have experienced homelessness through the city’s care network. Some families from the nearby Wheeler Mission’s Center for Women and Children will be moving in. Base rents for the … Read More
Weather Impacts the 2026 Indiana State Fair Attendance
INDIANAPOLIS — The 169th Indiana State Fair closed after a 15-day celebration that showcased what the Fair does best: bringing Hoosiers together, celebrating youth, creating family fun, making memories and building traditions. This year’s Fair was unlike any other. Indiana experienced historic and significant weather events across the state, creating ongoing challenges for communities well beyond the Fairgrounds. At the Indiana State Fair, severe storms required multiple temporary closures and periods of sheltering throughout the Fair to prioritize the safety of guests, exhibitors and staff. Due to the popularity of … Read More
Celebrate Labor Day September 6
In 1894, when Labor Day was officially declared a federal holiday, the world was very different than it is today. Labor was truly labor 132 years ago — despite increased industrialization and machines, many jobs still required muscle-power, were dangerous and dirty, and there were no protections for the average worker. People left the farms behind for the big cities with the promise of jobs, only to discover that everyone else had the same idea. Wages went down, company profits went up — leading to the Gilded Age 1870-1900, where … Read More
IMPO Offers Information at Event
INDIANAPOLIS — Choose your own adventure on September 15 and discover how smart street design, local leadership, and community action make streets safer for everyone. Join the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) for a lunchtime conversation, an evening walking tour, or both. • Lunch and Learn (11:30 a.m -1 p.m.) There will be an online conversation with author and transportation expert Wes Marshall to discuss street safety and explore what really makes community streets safer. • Optional Bus to Tour (4 p.m.) Take the #19 route to Arsenal Park as … Read More
10 Most Endangered Places in Indiana Announced
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Landmarks has announced the 10 Most Endangered, an annual list of highly threatened Hoosier landmarks. Places that land on the 10 Most Endangered list often face a combination of problems rather than a single threat—abandonment, neglect, dilapidation, obsolete use, development pressure, or owners who simply lack money for repairs. The 10 Most Endangered in 2026 include the following places: • Adams Mill, Cutler • Ayres House, Fortville • Castle Hall, Colored Knights of Pythias, Indianapolis • City-County Building, New Albany • First Church of Christ, Scientist, Evansville … Read More
Indiana Humanities Sponsors National History Day
INDIANAPOLIS — After the Indiana Historical Society terminated sponsorship, Indiana Humanities has announced that it will become the state affiliate for National History Day in the state. The Indiana Historical Society suffered a significant cut of state funding for maintenance and operations in exchange for ownership of the land beneath its headquarters in 2025. The Society laid off 11 employees who were in charge of exhibits, education, and library services. The national academic program engages middle- and high-school students in historical research and competitions. The program serves more than 5,000 … Read More
Keep Indianapolis Beautiful Launches $4 million Campaign
INDIANAPOLIS ‑ After 50 years of planting trees, restoring habitat, building neighborhood parks and hauling litter out of streets and streams, Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc. (KIB) is asking Indianapolis to help make that work permanent. The organization launched today Rooted … Read More
74th Annual Lord’s Acre Festival Sept. 18-19
McCORDSVILLE — A McCordsville tradition since 1952 returns Sept. 18 and 19 as McCordsville United Methodist Church welcomes the community to the 74th Annual Lord’s Acre Festival. The two-day festival will be held Friday, September 18, from 4–8 p.m. and … Read More
Welcome Fall in Broad Ripple at Third Thursday
INDIANAPOLIS – Celebrate the start of fall in Broad Ripple at Third Thursday’s Harvest & Harmony on Thursday, Sept. 17 from 6–9 p.m. More than 40 Broad Ripple businesses will offer extended hours, specials, fall-inspired cocktails, and unique seasonal experiences … Read More
New Street Projects Slated for Downtown
INDIANAPOLIS — Beginning next year, several one-way streets downtown will be converted to two-way traffic, in an effort to slow vehicles and upgrade intersections and traffic signals. Plans include converting streets to 2-way from spring 2027 to spring 2029 on … Read More
Irvington United Methodist Church Celebrates 100 Years
IRVINGTON — On Sunday, September 12, 1926, the congregation of Irvington United Methodist Church walked out of their building on Layman Avenue and travelled the short distance to their new building at 30 N. Audubon Road. In honor of this … Read More
Applause!: Sept. 11-17
• If you live in Indianapolis, check to see if your voter registration is up-to-date by visitng https://www.indy.gov/activity/find-voter-registration-status You can also request a mail-in ballot or update your registration information online. You can register to vote in Indiana up to … Read More
Heartland Film Festival Trailer Watch Party
LAWRENCE — Get a preview of this year’s Heartland Film Festival lineup at a free Trailer Watch Party, with free HotBox Pizza and a full hour of trailers from #HFF35 selections. The party will be held Wednesday, Sept. 23, with … Read More
The Degrees
In June of 2020, I saw a post on a social media site that was directed to an arts group that I had joined. Deb S Kent was soliciting participation from the Eastside Arts Collective to help a family repaint … Read More
100 Years Ago: Sept. 11-17
From The Indianapolis Star, Saturday, September 11, 1926: Formal dedication services of four new church buildings in Indianapolis and vicinity – Little Flower Catholic Church, 13th St and Bosart Av, Irvington Methodist Church on North Audubon Rd, Ben Davis Christian … Read More
The “Family Affair” Curse, Part 1
My wife and I went to an antique mall the other day. As we walked in the door I couldn’t help but notice an odd little doll staring back at us from behind a glass case in the entryway. I … Read More
The Many (and Confusing) Symptoms of Perimenopause
Before menopause, women experience a transitional period during which falling estrogen levels lead to symptoms typical of menopause. This period, perimenopause, is tricky to identify since it varies so much. It can last from months to years. Some women transition … Read More
Indy Chamber Foundation Receives Grant for Life in Indy
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indy Chamber Foundation has announce the next chapter of its Life in Indy regional storytelling platform, powered by renewed support of $2.25 million in grant funding from Lilly Endowment Inc. Launched in 2020, Life in Indy provides … Read More
Beef & Boards Announces 2027 Season
INDIANAPOLIS – Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s 2027 Season features everything from true stories about legendary singers to epic romances and fairy tale endings as it brings three new shows to its stage. The season begins Jan. 7 with a … Read More
New HIP Work Requirement Town Hall Date
INDIANA — FSSA, in partnership with Covering Kids & Families, will host a series of public town halls across the state to help HIP members, providers, and community partners learn more about the upcoming HIP Work Requirements beginning January 1, … Read More
Applause!: Sept. 4-10
• Tickets are now available for the Opening Night Screening of “JIMMY” and the Festival Preview Screening of “First Five” at the 35th Heartland Film Festival on Wednesday, Oct. 7 and Thursday, Oct. 8 at Scottish Rite Cathedral. Tickets are … Read More
Support the IMPD East District Community Engagement Fund
Last Thursday (August 27th) evening the IMPD East District were hosted by NEW Quantum Realty Group (5555 E. Washington). East District Commander Mike Leepper spoke about the East District’s success and challenges. It’s the biggest district in Indianapolis. From downtown … Read More
Hometown Heroes in Greenfield Sept. 11
GREENFIELD — On Friday, Sept. 11 from 4-10 p.m., there will be a special event, Hometown Heroes, marking the 25th Anniversary of 9/11, supporting the spirit of America 250, and paying tribute to the brave men and women who serve … Read More
IndyFringe Announces Festival Awards
INDIANAPOLIS — The 2026 IndyFringe Festival presented by Everwise Credit Union concluded on Sunday, Aug. 23, after welcoming over 10,600 guests to the Mass Ave Cultural Arts District. This year’s celebration highlighted 63 productions in many genres. After careful consideration, … Read More
Indiana Humanities Announces Literary Festival Lineup
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Humanities will celebrate the power of writing that grows in the Midwest during the third annual Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., offering a full schedule for writers, readers, and … Read More
Rule the Road at the Speedway Sept. 12
INDIANAPOLIS — Rule The Road is coming to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and it’s completely free. Teens with a permit or license can get behind the wheel with certified instructors for hands-on … Read More
Tales From The Notebook Pile
One of my notebooks surfaced from the pile of debris that populates my living quarters. This notebook was notable (see that?) for its age; it dates to 2009. I wrote on the opening pages that the purpose of the book … Read More
The Day Babe Ruth Came to Indianapolis
All through the summer of 1946, the mighty Babe Ruth had a severe pain over his left eye that would not go away. At first he thought it was a sinus infection, then a toothache. Whatever it was, it wasn’t … Read More
100 Years Ago: Sept. 4-10
From The Indianapolis Star, Sunday, September 5, 1926: Six Sisters of Providence are busily engaged daily in last-minute preparations for the opening of Ladywood, the newest school for girls in Indianapolis. Located seven miles northeast of the city on Millersville … Read More