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On pothole patrol 🕳️

Pothole season in Indianapolis, IN
A pothole with traffic cones on a rainy day
If you’re driving on West Washington Street, there are potholes everywhere — but at least this one has a traffic cone to warn you. | Photo by INDYtoday team
It’s that time of year again. Winter and potholes go hand-in-hand in the Circle City, so we’re sharing some tools and tips to keep Hoosiers safe and our roads smooth.

The problem

Potholes are created when water freezes and thaws on pavement, weakening its surface. The more cars that drive over the holes, the worse they get.

Currently, there are around 2,300 potholes waiting to be patched up. If you’re a visual person, check out this tracking map of potholes around the city.

Pro tip: The city can only fill the potholes it knows about, so if you’ve been frustrated about one in your neck of the woods, make sure to reach out about it.

A screenshot of the pothole viewer website

It seems like Hoosiers are doing a great job reporting potholes so far this year.

Screenshot via Indy Pothole Viewer

The solution

You can report street potholes around the city on the Request Indy website or by calling the Mayor’s Action Center at 317-327-4622. If you’re reporting a pothole on a major highway, you can contact INDOT.

Did you know that the more times a pothole is reported, the better the chance of it being filled? It’s also worth noting that the ones on main roads get priority, so you’re likely going to see a longer wait time for neighborhood streets.

If your car is damaged by a pothole, you can file to be reimbursed by the city. Find out how the process works.

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Monday, Feb. 6
  • Acoustic Open Mic | Monday, Feb. 6 | 7-10 p.m. | Irving Theater, 5505 E. Washington St., Indianapolis | Free | Get on the stage and wow the crowd for 10 minutes.
Tuesday, Feb. 7
Wednesday, Feb. 8
  • Fort Wayne Mad Ants vs. Oklahoma City Blue | Wednesday, Feb. 8 | 12:30 p.m. | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis | $15 | Catch the NBA G League, now in their 16th season.
  • SustainabilityWorks: Intro to Sustainability, Materials 101 | Wednesday, Feb. 8 | 6-7:30 p.m. | StitchWorks, 43 E. Ninth St., Indianapolis | Free | Listen to this SustainbilityWorks monthly speaker series hosted by StitchWorks Indy and Lux & Ivy to learn about sustainability efforts.
  • An Evening With Lotus | Wednesday, Feb. 8 | 7 p.m. | The Vogue Theatre, 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | $26-$30 | Listen to the electronic beats from this five-piece instrumental band.
Thursday, Feb. 9
  • Butler Ballet Midwinter Dances | Wednesday, Feb. 8-Sunday, Feb. 12 | Times vary | Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts, Butler University, Indianapolis | $10 | Watch Jennifer Archibald’s new work as it utilizes the hard edge of street dance and fluidity of classical technique.

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Weather
  • 47Âş | Mostly cloudy | 8% chance of rain
Opening
  • Indy’s unofficial Halloweentown just got a little spookier. Scarlet Lane Brewing Co. — known for its Slasher Ale and Sammy Terry Kolsch — announced it will be taking over the recently closed Black Acre Brewing Co. taproom. It plans to start serving brews by early March and food by mid-April. Learn more. (IBJ)
Traffic
  • DPW has plans to improve the intersection between 79th Street and Dean Road. The delayed four-way stop causes frustration for drivers and has led to 17 crashes in five years. DPW’s solution is to add a roundabout and sidewalks, as well as marked crosswalks with signage to slow down. Get more info. đźš— (WRTV)
Biz
  • The City of Indianapolis is offering funding to equip local businesses with b-link security cameras. B-link allows the cameras to be a part of a larger livestream network that IMPD can utilize in the event of a crime. One-time grants of up to $2,500 are available. Apply for funding. đź“ą (WRTV)
Edu
  • IPS is the first district in Indiana to offer Harvard and UPenn courses to Crispus Attucks High School students. The National Education Equity Lab program may expand to offer more courses from a growing list of colleges to additional high schools. The classes could later count as college credits. Learn more. 🎓 (IBJ)
Concert
  • Renowned jazz violinist Regina Carter is coming to the Madam Walker Theatre on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 7:30 p.m., along with pianist Xavier Davis. Regina is a recipient of the MacArthur “Genius” Award and is a three-time Pulitzer Prize jurist who has worked with Mary J. Blige and Jon Batiste. Get tickets. 🎻
Shop
  • From chocolates to candles and cards, we’ve got you covered with all things loveable in our online shop, Six & Main. Explore our Valentine’s Day Gift Guide to start shopping for sweet presents such as this bonbon gift box by Marble & Steel Craft Chocolates. 🍫
Eat
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Travel and Outdoors

Submit your ideas for Indy Parks improvements
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Want more games in Indy’s parks? Let them know. | Photo by INDYtoday team
The public is invited to give their input on Indy’s parks system through the end of February.

Indy Parks Director Phyllis Boyd is making it a priority to include Hoosiers in the conversation when it comes to making park improvements. In a community survey, you can make your opinions known about the following topics:
  • Physical condition of the parks
  • Program offerings
  • Registration and fees
  • Timing of programs
  • Outdoor recreation programs
  • Need for sports facilities and child care
A separate survey is available for Hoosier youth who would like to share their thoughts as well.

Don’t know a lot about Indy’s many parks yet? No worries, we’re working on a guide that will give you all the details in an upcoming newsletter.
THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Anna.

Editor’s pick: Pro tip: The Mayor’s Action Center does more than help with pothole issues. You can also contact the organization to learn more about polling places, trash day, power outages, drainage problems, environmental health issues, and a number of social services.

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