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Why you should vote in the 2023 Indianapolis Municipal Election
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Benjamin Harrison gave over 80 speeches to more than 80,000 people from his front porch during his 1888 campaign. | Photo by Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
Democratic Mayor Joe Hogsett — who was elected Mayor of Indianapolis in 2015 and reelected for a second term in 2019 — is facing Republican challenger, businessman Jefferson Shreve, in the 2023 mayoral election.

Tomorrow, Nov. 7, your vote will decide which candidate becomes Indianapolis’ mayor for the next four years, along with several seats on City-County Council.

This mayoral race has also shaped up to be one of the most expensive races in the city’s history. Shreve was reportedly his own biggest donor with a $14.5 million campaign, while Hogsett reported record-breaking funds for his $6.1 million reelection campaign.

Exterior of the City-County building downtown.

We’re sharing what you need to know about this year’s election.

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How many people actually vote?

According to Indy.gov, during the 2020 general election there were 670,086 registered voters and 394,554 total voters in Marion County — a turnout of 58.88%.

Our goal at INDYtoday is to arm you with the tools and the knowledge to increase that number so more Hoosiers have their voice heard.

Why does it matter?

Your vote for Mayor and City-County Council members will determine who shapes Indianapolis’ future in these areas:
  • Budget
  • Infrastructure
  • Public safety
  • Economic development
  • Housing
What do I need to know?

First, bookmark our election guide. Here, you’ll find who’s on the ballot, how to figure out what district you live in, and where your polling place is located.

Next, research your candidates. Most of Indy’s local media sources have profiled the people running, hosted debates, and covered campaign events. We recommend reading multiple sources to learn about all of the candidates from different points of view.

At INDYtoday, we aim to cover local elections in a way that educates and activates our community with unbiased information to encourage individual voter participation (i.e. vote for whoever + whatever you want to, just make sure to vote). To learn more, check out our Editorial Ethics Policy.
 
Events
Monday, Nov. 6
  • Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure | Monday, Nov. 6-Monday, Jan. 15 | Times vary | Eiteljorg Museum, 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $2-$18 | See this magical model train wonderland consisting of nine G-Scale trains winding through stunning landscapes and past iconic landmarks of Indianapolis and the West.
Tuesday, Nov. 7
  • Poets at Tomorrow | Tuesday, Nov. 7 | 7-9 p.m. | Tomorrow Bookstore, 882 Mass Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Enjoy readings from four internationally renowned poets.
Wednesday, Nov. 8
Thursday, Nov. 9
  • Trivia Night in Top Out Cafe | Thursday, Nov. 9 | 7:15-10 p.m. | North Mass Boulder, 1411 Roosevelt Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Come play a round of trivia with a group of up to five friends in the Top Out Cafe — there’s no need to sign up, just show up 10-15 minutes early to get a spot.
Friday, Nov. 10
  • Hunter Hayes: The Red Sky Tour Continued | Friday, Nov. 10 | 8 p.m. | Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis | $35 | See Hunter Hayes live on tour for his eighth album, the genre-resistant “Red Sky.”
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City Editor Nicole’s 3 favorite Indy news stories from 2023
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It’s hard to believe it’s almost a wrap on 2023 — and what a year it’s been. We’ve been privileged enough to bring you incredible Indianapolis news stories straight to your inbox.

Check out some of City Editor Nicole’s favorites:
We’re asking for your support to bring you even more stories like these next year.

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News Notes
Civic
  • Last week, the Department of Metropolitan Development unanimously approved a special tax area to help pay for the new $1 billion Eleven Park stadium, which is currently under construction. The development will also feature 600 apartments, offices, stores, hotels, and restaurants. It’s expected to open in the summer of 2025. (WTHR)
Development
  • Five Indianapolis-based firms submitted bids to renovate the historic Drake apartment building on North Meridian Street last week. In August, the Department of Metropolitan Development issued a request for proposals for updating the long-vacant, city-owned building, with a focus on low- and moderate-income housing. (IBJ)
Coming Soon
  • Garfield Park is getting ready to welcome a new coffee shop at 2555 Shelby St. Skosh Indy will be a lifestyle studio serving coffee, non-alcoholic cocktails, and provisions. It’s planning to open on Tuesday, Nov. 14. (Indianapolis Monthly)
Seasonal
  • The new Bicentennial Unity Plaza is getting ready to transform into an ice rink for the winter. Elevance Health Rink opens on Sunday, Nov. 19 for 90-minute skating sessions with food, warming beverages, and a new signature holiday tree. Get tickets.
Biz
  • Indiana-based Cummins announced it will offer voluntary retirement and separation packages to some salaried employees. A spokesperson for the company said it’s anticipating a slowdown in 2024. Cummins employs about 10,000 people in Indiana. (WISH)
Cause
Watch
  • Good news for fans of “The Upshaws.” The Indianapolis-set Netflix series featuring Hoosier Mike Epps is coming back for Season 5. The sitcom about a working-class family was on a hiatus due to a writers’ strike, followed by an actors’ strike. No release date has been announced. (IndyStar)
Finance
  • Billionaires wanted this painting, but 54,538 everyday investors got it first — all thanks to Masterworks, the award-winning platform for investing in blue-chip art. Investors have benefited from 16 sales with returns including 17.8%, 21.5%, and 35.0%. Interested? 6AM City readers can skip the waitlist to join. †*
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Seasonal

🎄 Frohes Fest (Happy Holidays)

Athenaeum hosting second annual Christkindlmarkt
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Don’t miss the live music happening regularly at the Athenaeum. | Photo by INDYtoday team
By now, you’ve heard about Carmel’s Christkindklmarkt — but what about the Athenaeum Foundation’s Christkindlmarkt?

This will be the second annual German Christmas market held in the Rathskeller Biergarten featuring Deutsch fare (pfeffernüsse, anyone?), plus 12 vendor huts occupied by local merchants + artisans and live entertainment on the Biergarten stage.

New this year:
  • Expanded holiday celebrations to include Hanukkah on Saturday, Dec. 9, Las Posadas on Saturday, Dec. 16, and Kwanzaa on Sunday, Dec. 17 featuring music and festivities.
  • Expanded Christmas tree lot managed by Digs Garden Center.
Mark your calendar: Christkindlmarkt will also feature Krampusnacht on Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sankt Nikolaus Fest on Sunday, Dec. 3.

The market will be open Fridays through Sundays, starting on Friday, Nov. 24, and concluding on Sunday, Dec. 17.
The Buy

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Cuisinart’s 16-inch roaster and rack — because you deserve an easy-to-clean roaster this year, and this one’s big enough for a Thanksgiving turkey and has a nearly five-star rating.
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Trying to figure out where to vote tomorrow? Why not the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site? Voting will take place at the Welcome Center from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. After you vote, take a tour of the historic site. Tours will be available on a first come, first served basis from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — no reservations are required.
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