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Habitat request on hold
MARTINSVILLE — The rezone request from Habitat for Humanity of Morgan County will have to wait a couple more weeks after the Martinsville City Council opted to table the decision at its meeting Monday night. Despite an unfavorable recommendation from the city’s plan commission, the nonprofit is asking the...
Taste of Indy fest returns with dozens of food vendors
After a long COVID-induced break, the Taste of Indy, which had been Indiana’s largest food festival with bites and drinks offered from area restaurants, bars and breweries, is returning next month. The event takes place at White River State Park on Saturday, July 6. ...
Part of English Avenue to close for giant tunnel project
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A portion of English Avenue on the east side will be closed for a few months, likely starting Monday, for the project putting a giant tunnel under Indianapolis to process sewage and stormwater. Citizens Energy Group says English Avenue will be closed about a block east...
Good News | Indy Strawberry Festival
INDIANAPOLIS — It's Thursday, and our Dave Calabro is visiting Monument Circle, where it was easy to find good news at the 58th Indy Strawberry Festival. "This is a Hoosier tradition we're at right now," said one woman, who added she visits every year. "It's awesome!" Dave asked Susan...
City receives $30 million in federal street funds
INDIANAPOLIS — Mayor Joe Hogsett accepted an oversized facsimile check from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization for $30,468,203 in federal transit funds to pay for eight streets, roads, sidewalks and bridge projects in Indianapolis beginning in 2027. ”Bridge rehabilitation on 38th Street, on High School Road and on 46th Street,” said the mayor. “They also include a […]
Thousands celebrate during Indy Juneteenth Festival at Military Park
INDIANAPOLIS — Over 15,000 people made their way to Military Park on Saturday for the Indy Juneteenth Festival. For seven years, Indy Juneteenth brings together local businesses, organizations and community members to celebrate the emancipation of slaves in 1865. "We do have a troubled past as a nation but...
Chemo Cheez-It Queen making an impact in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — One local woman is getting recognized by the popular Cheez-It snack during her cancer treatment. Meet Bernie Price, also known as the Chemo Cheez-It Queen, at Franciscan Health. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer back in August of 2022. After her first treatment, all she wanted was a bag of Cheez-It and since […]
Modern buildings are pumping chemicals into air
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — With summer heating up, HVAC units all across the state will be running, working to keep people cool inside. While they do, they’ll be impacting air quality. Office buildings are pumping toxic chemicals into the air. That’s according to a recent study by researchers at...
Indiana Roof Ballroom to receive $2.5M in renovations
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Roof Ballroom is closed until July 5 as it undergoes two phases of revitalizations totaling $2.5 million. It’s the first major renovation for the building in more than 35 years. Kile Shaw is sales manager for the downtown Indianapolis event venue that hosts...
Indianapolis receives $30 million to help fund 8 projects across the city
INDIANAPOLIS — Major projects across Indianapolis are one step closer to completion thanks to funding from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization. On Thursday, June 13, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and Indy DPW were presented a check for $30,468,203 by the IMPO to help support eight projects across the city. The 2024 grant was the highest amount awarded by the IMPO in over 10 years.
Animal shelter breaks ground on Indy's southeast side
A new animal shelter is in the making for Indianapolis Animal Care Services. IACS and Mayor Joe Hogsett broke ground Monday on the new facility. “I am thrilled to be with you all to celebrate this big step we take toward improving animal welfare in our community,” Hogsett said in a press release. “It required much collaborative, creative problem solving alongside our community to make this new space a reality.”
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