The key industries

• National FFA Convention | Wed., Oct. 26 - Sat., Oct. 29 | Various times | Various locations | $95 | One of the biggest conventions is in town to celebrate agriculture and agricultural education.
• Popcorn Happy Hour - Milktooth Edition | Wed., Oct. 26 | 5-7:30 p.m. | Milktooth, 534 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis | $35 | Taste an assortment of chef prepared bites + learn more about Chefs Jonathan Brooks and Esteban Rosas’ stories.

• Halloween at the Haus | Thurs., Oct. 27 | 7-9 p.m. | Guggman Haus Brewing Co., 1701 Gent Ave., Indianapolis | $30-$45 | Solve the Bloom Gala Case during a week of Halloween events at Guggman Haus.

• Halloween Pickleball Tournament | Fri., Oct. 28 | 9 a.m. | Thatcher Park, 4649 W. Vermont St., Indianapolis | Included with park membership or $3 per player | Costumes are encouraged for this Halloween pickleball tournament — the winning team will receive a free one-month pickleball membership.

• DEA National RX Takeback | Sat., Oct. 29 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Roudebush VA Medical Center, 1481 W. 10th Street, Indianapolis | Free | Turn in unneeded medication for safe disposal as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

• Indianapolis Colts vs. Washington Commanders | Sun., Oct. 30 | 4:25 p.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium | $37-$236 | Catch the Commanders take on the Colts with Sam Ehlinger as starting quarterback.

• 55º | Scattered showers | 70% chance of rain

• Two local development firms are partnering up to build a four-story office building in the heart of Mass Ave. Plans call for a single office tenant to occupy most of the 37,000-sqft building at 646 Mass Ave. The proposal awaits approval from the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission. 🏗️ (IBJ)

• The Greatest Spectacle in Racing is 214 days away, but it’s already time to start buying your tickets. Tickets for 2023 racing events at IMS officially went on sale yesterday + can be purchased online. Pro tip: The $4 per-ticket service fee will be waived on items purchased before Sun., Jan. 1. 🏎️ (WISH)

• City Connects — a program at Marian University that provides resources for student success in the classroom — launched in Indiana in 2021. Now, it’s expanded into nearly three dozen more schools across the state to help improve test scores. Find a full list of programs + apply at this link. 📚 (WTHR)

• Indiana ranked No. 17 for best state to succeed in business heading into 2023, according to a new study. The state also ranked No. 5 in the business culture category. 💼

• A historical log cabin in Westfield is being saved. It’s been around since the 1830s + stood inside a barn along Shady Nook Road for ~200 years until plans were made to tear it down for city development. Thanks to the community, thousands of dollars were raised for the Westfield Washington Historical Society to preserve it. 🪵 (WISH)

• There are only four days left of Newfields’ Harvest Nights, so we’re already looking ahead to the museum’s big holiday lights show. Winterlights returns Sun., Nov. 20-Sun., Jan. 8 for its sixth season with more than a million and a half twinkling lights. Pro tip: It sells out fast, so get tickets in advance. 🌟 (IndyStar)

• A new Fountain Square Airbnb is also the star of Mina Starsiak Hawk‘s HGTV Good Bones Spinoff: “Risky Business.” Mina transformed a dilapidated 1800s Victorian home into a bed and breakfast + intimate venue, naming it Charlotte Hall — after her daughter. You can watch the flip on HGTV and book a stay. 🏡 (Indianapolis Monthly)

• On Thursday, we challenged you to another round of Name the Hoosier. This actor, contortionist, and mime artist born in Indianapolis back in 1960 played a role in Disney’s “Hocus Pocus.” Reader Melanie H. was the first to submit the correct answer: Doug Jones.

• Do you rent or own? Let us know. Your answers will help us make sure we’re delivering the real estate and home improvement content that’s most relevant to you. 🏡*

• Nashville’s JW Marriott is offering a nightly discount on luxurious accommodations, including two complimentary Barrel-Aged Old Fashioneds, and 50% off nightly valet parking through Feb. 28, 2023 with code: ZX0.*

• DYK that our bodies rely on prebiotics to support the trillions of healthy probiotics in our gut? Enter: ODYSSEY Prebiotic Protein Bars. Each bar contains prebiotic fiber and up to 16 grams of protein. Bonus: They comes in delicious flavors like Mint Chocolate Brownie and Vanilla Blueberry.*
• Cooler temperatures mean that it’s officially boot scootin’ season. Zulily is offering up to 40% off MUK LUKS boots + booties for a limited time. We love this pair of brown ankle boots that are on sale for $39.99. 👢*

• He’s 8 years old and 48 pounds.
• Bosco is a sweet, friendly guy who gives lots of kisses and leans in for affection.
• He previously lived with other dogs, so he might be dog friendly with slow and proper introduction. It’s unknown how he does with cats or kids.
• Bosco is currently heartworm positive, but don’t worry, the shelter pays for his treatment.