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New Train Ride at Indiana State Fair

July 9, 2026 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Fair is rolling out a new attraction that will move guests across the grounds in a whole new way. In partnership with North American Midway Entertainment, The Indiana State Fair will debut a new train ride during this year’s event. The new attraction will give … Read More

Applause!: July 10-16

July 9, 2026 | by Weekly View

• Folklore Mexicano Festival 2026 will take place Saturday, July 11, 12 – 4 p.m. at Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair. Enjoy performances, live music, activities, Mexican food truck, mercado (shops), and informational booths. • The Irvington Farmers Market will be held Sunday, July 12 at Ellenberger Park, 5301 … Read More

100 Years Ago: July 10-16

July 9, 2026 | by Weekly View

From The Indianapolis Times, Wednesday, July 14, 1926: The ten-day old streetcar men strike turned violent last night when four streetcars were derailed and damaged by explosives placed on the tracks. Sixty passengers were shaken up, several injured, by the blasts that tore up streets and tracks and blew out … Read More

This Week’s Issue: July 3-9

July 2, 2026 | by Weekly View

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Hoosiers Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom

July 2, 2026 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Downtown Indy’s Fourth Fest presented by UA Local 440 returns featuring a street festival and 20-minute fireworks show on Saturday, July 4. The street festival, presented by Indiana Donor Network and Donate Life Indiana, begins at 6 pm with food trucks, ice cream stands, beverages, and a Kids … Read More