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Editor’s Notebook: A musical welcome to Bloomington, in the key of 20 mph

Bloomington has budgeted $125,000 for public art at the Miller-Showers Park gateway. In case the decision makers need another two cents: Don’t put the art next to the road. Put it right in the pavement. If a piece of visual art is spectacular, in all the ways public art...

Bloomington, IN · 2d
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Old Town Greenwood overran by animals

The prestigious Folktale Event Center was once housed by lions and bears. A staple in Old Town Greenwood has recently been the Folktale Event Center, but what is the history behind the building?. A Kentucky born man named Grafton Johnson is the reason behind the original building. Johnson was born...

Greenwood, IN · 12d
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Celebrate the Spirit of the Season at the Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt

Experience the warmth, tradition, and wonder of the holiday season as Ferdinand’s beloved Christkindlmarkt kicks off with a memorable Opening Ceremony and Eve Dinner on Friday, November 20, 2026, at the historic Monastery Immaculate Conception. The evening begins with the official Opening Ceremony on the Monastery grounds at 6:30...

Ferdinand, IN · 1d
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Columbus Craft Fair Turns Thrift-Store Junk Into Funky Furniture Nov. 14

Dozens of artists will fill The Commons in Columbus on Saturday for the 21st annual Déjà Vu Art and Fine Craft Show, a juried event built entirely around turning castoff materials into finished art. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 300 Washington St., and admission is free.

Columbus, IN · 2d
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Bloomington events Nov. 12-18 include SIX, comedy and jazz

Looking for something to do around Bloomington? The week of Nov. 12-18 brings plenty of reasons to get out, whether you’re in the mood for a Broadway musical, live music, comedy or a smaller community event. SIX takes over Indiana University Auditorium, while downtown Bloomington offers performances and activities ranging from stand-up comedy to jazz and hands-on fun. Here’s a look at things to do in Bloomington from Nov. 12-18. Storytelling at the Museum Book lovers and storytellers can make crafts, explore ancient writing and storytelling, and enjoy an after-hours look at museum galleries from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at the IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, 416 N. Indiana Ave. The event is free and open to all. For complete event information, visit events.iu.edu/iumaa/event/storytelling-at-the-museum-2026 . Go Beyond Go Beyond is a benefit dinner supporting blind Navy veteran Lonnie Bedwell’s planned North Pole expedition and the documentary "Beyond Vision," with cocktails, dinner, a filmmaker panel, silent auction and preview scenes from the film. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at The Woolery Mill, 2250 W. Sunstone Drive, and tickets are required. For tickets or complete event information, visit commongroundfilms.org/gobeyond . SIX The six wives

Bloomington, IN · 2d

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This Unique Indiana Site Lets Visitors Glimpse A Prehistoric Burial Mound That Nature Created First

Some places carry a weight that you can almost feel the moment you arrive. A remarkable historic landmark in Vincennes, Indiana is one of those rare spots where ancient nature and human history collide in the most unexpected way. Unlike most burial mounds across the country, this one was not...

Vincennes, IN · 1d

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Pride Headed Back to State

On October 24, the Pride of Paoli secured their spot at the ISSMA Marching Band State Finals to be held on Saturday, November 7. This came after the band competed in the Class D Semi-State, held at Franklin High School. This is the last in a series of contests that...

Paoli, IN · 1d

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Indianapolis Zoo Loses Their AZA Accreditation

Following a review, the “Association of Zoos and Aquariums” decided not to continue its accreditation of the Indianapolis Zoo after September of this year, with the Zoo confirming that it lost the accreditation on the 28th of that month. Although the Zoo is able to remain open, they are working with the AZA to regain the accreditation, as it is considered a highly prestigious accreditation to receive.

Indianapolis, IN · 2d

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Matt Rife Breaks Gainbridge Fieldhouse Comedy Attendance Record

INDIANAPOLIS — Comedian Matt Rife made history at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Sunday. Rife set a new comedy attendance record during his sold-out Stay Golden World Tour performance. He broke the Gainbridge Fieldhouse comedy attendance record previously set by Shane Gillis on April 5, 2025, with over 16,000 fans there to see him. “Matt […]

Indianapolis, IN · 2d

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Dave Matthews Band Brings Out Emmylou Harris, Stephen Wilson Jr. & More In Nashville

Dave Matthews Band went two shows into its fall tour without repeating a song. Friday’s stop at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena brought four guests into the mix, including Emmylou Harris for the first full-band performance of Bob Dylan’s “Oh, Sister” in more than 11 years. Stephen...

Nashville, IN · 2d

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Madam C.J. Walker: How a St. Louis Washerwoman Built a Hair Care Empire

In 1900, the US census listed Sarah Breedlove as a laundress in St. Louis, a job that sometimes paid her as little as $1 a day (National Archives). Less than two decades later, as Madam C.J. Walker, she ran a hair care company with thousands of sales agents, lived in a Hudson Valley mansion designed by a Black architect, and was described at her death as the richest Black woman in the world (Indiana Historical Society, Snopes, citing the New York Age).

St Louis, MI · 1d

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Netflix announces new ‘Stranger Things’ live-action prequel set to stream in 2028

Prepare to go back to the Upside Down, but not in Hawkins, Indiana.

Indiana · 2d

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Northeast Indiana marching bands place in top ten at ISSMA Finals

Several high school marching bands from Northeast Indiana placed in the top ten at the Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) Marching Band State Finals over the weekend.

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2-time Grammy-winner Travis Tritt coming to Brown County Music Center in 2027

NASHVILLE, Ind. — Sept. 30, 2027, will be a “Great Day to Be Alive” in Nashville, Indiana. That’s when two-time Grammy Award-winning country music artist Travis Tritt will be performing at Brown County Music Center. He’ll be bringing hits like “It’s a Great Day to Be Alive,” “Help Me Hold On” and “Anymore” to Nashville. […]

Nashville, IN · 1d

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$64 Million Later, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum “Shattered Every Metric”: President of Museum Guest on WILO Party Line

The president of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum says the facility has “pretty much shattered every metric” for attendance since a $64 million renovation, and he extended a personal invitation to Clinton, Carroll and Boone County listeners to come see it for themselves. Michael Good joined WILO’s Party...

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Christian County Tiger Band to host community performance

For an evening of music and a chance to see some local talent, the Christian County Tiger Band is inviting folks to a Community Show ahead of the Bands of America Grand National Championships. The performance will take over the Stadium of Champions on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and it’s...

Christian County, KY · 2d

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Newly discovered Hoosier art now on display

INDIANAPOLIS — Nearly 150 pieces of art that sat boxed up for years are now on display. Some of them are part of Hoosier history. “They had everything wrapped and stored in a secure place, but they’re not set up for the long-term care of artwork,” said Susannah Koerber, chief curator and research officer with […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Indiana Residents Could Win $2,500 Watching Christmas Movies

Indiana residents can enter a Christmas movie contest offering $2,500 cash and a charity donation.

Indiana · 2d

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Meridian House Frames a Contemporary Art Collection in Indianapolis

In Indianapolis, Specht Novak designed a home for a collector of contemporary art that serves both as a private residence and as a gallery for a museum-quality collection. Meridian House sits on a constrained suburban lot, surrounded by a heavily wooded landscape. “I decided that this was going to be...

Indianapolis, IN · 2d

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Art Walk Return to Downtown Bloomington for the 28th Year

The art walk is designed for artists to showcase their work. Brian K. Simpson, artist and owner, describes the event as humble beginnings. He explains that people began collecting studios and there were about four downtown. Everyone thought that it was amazing to have four artist studios together. The art...

Bloomington, IN · 2d