Monthly Archives: May 2021

New Report Shows Declines in Requests for Township Assistance

May 27, 2021 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS – A new report from the Center for Research on Inclusion and Social Policy takes a closer look at township assistance programs across Marion County. Township assistance benefits in Indiana often serve as a form of cash-based assistance for those in emergency situations. While all townships in Indiana follow … Read More

What’s In a Name?

May 27, 2021 | by Steven R. Barnett

Some time ago my friend Barb asked me why Indianapolis was called “Railroad City.” I surmised that it was because the “Crossroads of America” at one time had numerous railroads coming and going through the “Circle City.” Although, the number of railroads crisscrossing Indy today has diminished significantly, the old … Read More

Applause!: May 28-June 3

May 27, 2021 | by Weekly View

• Taylor Martin’s Indy Magic will present their biggest show of the year on Tuesday, June 1 at the Indy Fringe Outdoor Theater (719 E. St. Clair) at 7 p.m. Cody Clark hosts the Young Whippersnappers of Magic with a great line-up of emerging magicians. Ticket are $20 and available … Read More

Spend the Night with America’s First Serial Killer, Part 1

May 27, 2021 | by Al Hunter

When you write about history (like me) it is not often that you get the chance to make an impactful announcement (or “scoop”) about an event that took place over a 125 years ago. If you’ve ever had a desire to take a walk on the darker side of Irvington … Read More

Ready for the Green Flag

May 27, 2021 | by Steve Nicewanger

The field is set for the 105th running of the Indianapolis 500. A warm clear day is predicted so the race should be an exciting one. The pole shoot-out was full of surprises and the last row shoot-out was very nearly as entertaining. In the front row an old lion … Read More