Monthly Archives: October 2019

The Writer’s Art

October 31, 2019 | by CJ Woods III

A man came up to me as I sat in the Irving Theater and asked me, “Are you Mr. Woods?” I was waiting for the start of Al Hunter’s presentation of “Whispers From the Grave,” and when I confessed to the man that I was, indeed, he told me that … Read More

100 Years Ago: Nov. 1-7

October 31, 2019 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis News, Thursday, November 6, 1919: In response to the national bituminous coal miners’ strike, a State utility fuel committee has been appointed to survey the coal supplies of utilities and make recommendations on the conservation of fuel. Indianapolis utilities objected to a blanket order curtailing services, noting … Read More

This Week’s Issue: Oct. 25-31

October 24, 2019 | by Weekly View

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Countdown to a Spooktacular Halloween 2019

October 24, 2019 | by Weekly View

Halloween is the second-most celebrated holiday in the United States, surpassed in spending only by Christmas. On the east side of Indianapolis, kids and adults look forward to dressing up and having a good time at a variety of events. The biggest place to get your Halloween on is Irvington, … Read More

City Seeks Neighborhood Food Champions

October 24, 2019 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The Office of Public Health and Safety (OPHS) and the Centers of Wellness for Urban Women, Inc., announced the opening of applications for the 2019-2020 Neighborhood Food Champion program, designed to support residents in the community who are engaged in addressing food access issues in their neighborhoods. Each … Read More