Monthly Archives: January 2023

A Column of Newsprint

January 26, 2023 | by Steven R. Barnett

For decades alongside the columns of news in Indianapolis papers readers could find stories of human interest and opinion written by a variety of nationally syndicated columnists. In 1928, the Indianapolis Times introduced journalist Heywood Broun whose daily column “It Seems to Me” took readers “behind the scenes of every … Read More

My Jobs: Working at the Indianapolis Star

January 26, 2023 | by Paula Nicewanger

I was getting really bored after my second year at  H.H. Gregg, so I applied at the Indianapolis Star. I had applied years earlier, after I lost my job at Ayres. But with no computer skills, they wouldn’t hire me. My father-in-law had retired from the Star after a career … Read More

Indy Parks Invests $5 Million in Kennedy-King Memorial Site

January 26, 2023 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — City leadership recently announced a $5 million investment by the City of Indianapolis towards improvements of the Kennedy-King Memorial Site at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park. The park is located in the Kennedy King neighborhood just north of downtown Indianapolis and serves as the historic space where … Read More

Applause!: Jan. 27-Feb. 3

January 26, 2023 | by Weekly View

• We’re very sad to report that Black Acre Brewing is closing its doors Feb. 4 in Irvington. For 11 years, Black Acre has created some great tipples and provided a gathering spot for Irvingtonians. They have also given back to the community and were tireless supporters of the neighborhood. … Read More

IRT Launches New Podcast About Theatre, Justice & Perspective

January 26, 2023 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Repertory Theatre has launched its first podcast, Green Room Meditations. Hosted by IRT’s Director of Inclusion and Community Partnerships Devon Ginn, the podcast will create a space for theatre-makers and lovers to examine the theatre industry through the lens of justice and defiant mindfulness. The initial … Read More