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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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Friends of Irving Circle Host 34th Year of Summer Concerts
IRVINGTON — Imagine the family sitting under big shade trees listening to home-grown music, munching on a hot dog while neighbor kids ride their bikes around a park. Sounds like something out of one of those sweet old-timey musicals, but it will be happening on Saturday, June 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. featuring Audio Diner. These monthly summer shows are a chance to catch up with neighbors, The July 25th concert features the fabulous Roundups and the August 29th concert features the amazing Blue Alchemy with Donn Smith. Friends … Read More
Juneteenth Program Features Film, Discussion, Celebration
INDIANAPOLIS — In celebration of Juneteenth, a federally designated holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, on June 19 Indiana Landmarks Black Heritage Preservation Program presents a program exploring the legacy of Marcus Garvey and his impact on Indiana. In the early twentieth century, Jamaican activist Marcus Mosiah Garvey’s started a movement known as Garveyism. Garvey’s efforts resulted in the creation of the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA) in 1915 with three divisions operating in Indianapolis from 1919 until the late 1940s, comprised of the most educated and elite … Read More
Mid-North Food Pantry Launches Summer Saturday Pantries
INDIANAPOLIS — Mid-North Food Pantry is expanding access to food this summer by offering Saturday pantry hours throughout June and July to help families facing increased food insecurity while children are out of school. For many families, summer creates additional strain on already stretched household budgets. With Indiana opting out of the federal Summer EBT/SUN Bucks program, many parents are left searching for ways to replace meals that children would normally receive during the school year. To help bridge that gap, Mid-North Food Pantry will open its doors on Saturdays … Read More
Fiscal Package for the City Introduced
INDIANAPOLIS — Mayor Joe Hogsett and the City-County Council recently introduced Proposal No. 163, 2026, a fiscal ordinance that directs roughly $19.49 million in supplemental income tax funding toward investments in public safety, infrastructure, homelessness and housing stability, education, and quality of life. This proposal was sponsored by Council President Lewis, Vice President Barth, Majority Leader Evans, Assistant Majority Leader Nielsen, and Majority Whip Jones, and Chairman Boots. Proposal No. 163, 2026 will be heard at the Administration and Finance Committee on Tuesday, June 9 at 5:30 p.m., before advancing … Read More
Irvington Farmer’s Market Opens Season June 14
IRVINGTON — Named one the best farmer’s markets in the city, the Irvington Farmer’s Market will open the 2026 season on Sunday, June 14 from noon-3 p.m. at Ellenberger Park, 5301 East St. Clair Street. The market schedule for the season is July 12, August 9, September 13, and October 11. Almost 100 vendors take over the middle north section of Ellenberger Park. Many have been with the market since it started in 2000, when it was just a few vendors under the trees. It has grown thanks to the … Read More
Garfield Park Historic Fountains to Re-Open June 6
INDIANAPOLIS — The magnificent Garfield Park Historic Fountains will re-open on Saturday, June 6 at a ceremony and celebration at 4 p.m. There will be live music from the Circle City Sidewalk Stompers, food and fun for the whole family. The Garfield Park Conservatory and Sunken Garden are located in Garfield Park on the city’s near southside. The area was designed by city planner and landscape architect George Kessler and built in 1916. The fountains underwent a $5.5 million restoration and renovation from 2024, and was part of a Lilly … Read More
Tomi Adeyemi Keynote Speaker for 9th Annual Book Fest
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Public Library’s Center for Black Literature & Culture (CBLC) will host bestselling author Tomi Adeyemi as keynote speaker for its 9th Annual Book Fest and Juneteenth Celebration, a free community event taking place Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This year’s theme, “Empowered to Speak: Freedom Dreams,” invites attendees to explore the voices, visions and narratives that shape our past, present and future. Adeyemi is Hugo and Nebula Award-Winning writer, mystic, and model. Her instant #1 New York Times-bestselling Legacy of Orïsha series, … Read More
Common Ground at Faith Serves Far Eastside Community
INDIANAPOLIS — Common Ground at Faith, located across from Warren Central High School on East 16th Street, is creating a permanent “one-stop” community resource hub that brings together Old Bethel & Partners Food Pantry, Indy Urban Acres, MSD Warren Township Schools, Jane Pauley Community Health, Gennesaret Free Clinic, Indy Hunger Network, and other partners under one roof. The organization is currently in the middle of a $2.5 million phased renovation campaign to transform the campus into a permanent Eastside community services center at 9031 E 16th St. Rather than treating … Read More
Indiana Improving on Education but Challenges Remain
INDIANA — Indiana has moved up in a national education ranking but the latest Annie E. Casey Foundation Kids Count Data Book showed many students still face challenges in reading and math. The report ranked Indiana 11th nationally in education, … Read More
Applause!: June 12-18
• The Second Chance Workshop returns to Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, June 17, offering free license reinstatement assistance and expungement screenings for those looking for a fresh start. Hours are 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. … Read More
Central Library Opens Up Kids Central and Teen Central
INDIANAPOLIS — Central Library unveiled Kid Central and Teen Central on June 6. Across the second and third floors, 46,000 square feet have been transformed to create more accessible and engaging experiences for young readers and learners. Kid Central and … Read More
Indiana Black Expo Announces Honorees for the 2026 Luncheon
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Black Expo has named the honorees for the 2026 Pacers Sports & Entertainment Corporate Luncheon. The event will take place during Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration, during the week of July 8-19, with the luncheon being … Read More
Fathers and Families Center Launch Campaign to Help More Dads
INDIANAPOLIS — With a waiting list of as many as 100 Central Indiana men per month, the nonprofit Fathers and Families Center (FFC) is announcing its $5.5 million campaign with the goal of doubling the number of fathers and families … Read More
City-County Infrastructure Plan Proposes to Raise Excise Surtax
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis City-County Council Infrastructure Plan is a long-term funding proposal that would generate the local matching revenue needed to unlock $50 million annually in state road funding and move Indianapolis from repair and patch local roads, toward planned … Read More
41st Annual Italian Street Festival June 12-13
INDIANAPOLIS — Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 520 Stevens St. will host the 41st annual Italian Street Festival from 5-11 p.m. June 12-13 from 5-11 p.m. both nights. Admission is free, and parking is free. Entertainment includes classic Italian music, inflatables … Read More
100 Years Ago: June 12-18
From The Indianapolis Star, Sunday, June 13, 1926: “From producer to consumer” is the slogan of the new producers’ market (farmers’ market) at South and New Jersey Streets which was dedicated yesterday afternoon with a parade over downtown streets. Led … Read More
Impossible Dreams
In 2003, I was living in St. Louis Missouri; I’d relocated there after my job in the L.S. Ayres’ advertising department was eliminated when the store closed. My new job with Famous Barr, the St. Louis department store, was also … Read More
Parenting Skills, Part 1
Effective parenting is defined as a matter of strengthening the bond between the parent and child, and building positive parenting skills. I just returned from a two-day getaway to the Springfield, Illinois home of President Abraham Lincoln. I love to … Read More
“Every Brilliant Thing” with Ben Asaykwee at District Theatre
INDIANAPOLIS — Ben Asaykwee gives a one-person show in Every Brilliant Thing from June 4–14 at the Brian Payne Theatre at The District Theatre. There are only 60 seats per performance, and are likely to sell out quickly. Performed in … Read More
IPS to Give Unused Property to Habitat for Humanity
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Public Schools has announced it will give seven unused properties to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis to build up to 16 homes as part of a broader push to make affordable homeownership possible for IPS employees. … Read More
New Artwork in Emerson Heights
Back in 2024, neighborhood artists submitted 4 designs and the community voted for their favorite. Heather Keeney won with her art titled Find It – Emerson Heights. Unfortunately, the project got put on hold because of the Michigan Street construction. … Read More
RISE UNITED and RISE INDY Award Scholarships
INDIANAPOLIS — RISE UNITED and RISE INDY recently awarded $50,000 in scholarships to Indianapolis high school seniors at the RISE Together event. This year, 22 students from Indianapolis’ Class of 2026 were selected to receive scholarships, representing schools across the … Read More
Fun Options for Getting Fit This Summer
Even if you have given up on all those spring plans to get in shape, it’s not too late. Summer is the perfect time to get outside and put your muscles to work. You have countless options for exercise this … Read More
“Cinderella” Family Show at Beef & Boards
INDIANAPOLIS — The timeless enchantment of the magical fairy tale Cinderella is reborn at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre this summer, complete with Rodgers & Hammerstein’s hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Now on stage, Cinderella is the Family Show … Read More
Applause!: June 5-11
• On Saturday, June 6 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., there will be a pop-up clinic of the season. Vaccinations of dogs and/or cats will be only $5 per animal. The clinic will be at Frederick Douglass Park, 1616 E. 25th … Read More
Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest Now Open
INDIANAPOLIS — During the month of June, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture will accept submissions for the 19th annual Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest. The contest is open to all Indiana residents and was created to recognize the hard work … Read More
Something About Pittsburgh
Someone with whom I was having a conversation said that they did not know that Pittsburgh had such a foundation in music, especially, jazz. I mentioned that jazz-guitar player George Benson was from Pittsburgh, and that my uncle Donald had … Read More
100 Years Ago: June 5-11
From The Indianapolis Times, Tuesday, June 8, 1926: Thousands of Indianapolis citizens who thought they were registered to vote in the fall election by having voted in May’s primary election were mistaken, according to an opinion issued today by Indiana … Read More
Andrew Jackson’s Hair
As many of you know, I collect stuff. In particular, historical stuff. Especially slightly creepy historical stuff. For years, whenever my kids saw a $20 bill, they would delightfully squeal out the phrase “That Glorious Mane” and giggle devilishly between … Read More