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Marion County’s rating

• Overall difficulty index | 71.1
• Cost index | 73.6
• Competition index | 69.6
• Scarcity index | 51.6
• Economic instability index | 91.6

• Zionsville Creek Week | Tuesday, Aug. 6-Saturday, Aug. 10 | 8 a.m.-8 p.m. | Elm Street Green | Free | Celebrate Eagle Creek through stewardship + educational activities, including today’s 18+ Hoosier Riverwatch Workshop where you’ll learn to test water quality.
• 59th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act | Tuesday, Aug. 6 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Indianapolis Artsgarden | Free | Enjoy guest speakers, live music, and light refreshments to celebrate the voting milestone.

• Indy Eleven vs. Rhode Island FC | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 7 p.m. | IU Michael A. Carroll Track & Soccer Stadium | $6-$75 | Kick it with our hometown’s USL team.
• Tate McRae | Wednesday, Aug. 7 | 8 p.m. | Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park | $147-$510 | The Canadian singer known for bangers like “She’s All I Wanna Be” and “Exes” makes her way to Indy with her “Think Later Tour.”

• D’Aydrian Harding | Thursday, Aug. 8 | 8 p.m. | Old National Centre | $48 | The comedian, musician, and internet sensation brings the laughs at the “The Stay Sober Summer Tour.”

• Stuff You Should Know | Friday, Aug. 9 | 7 p.m. | Old National Centre | $90-$205 | Indulge your curiosity with a live recording of the mind-blowing podcast.

• More Olympic medals are headed home to Indy. Carmel’s Rajeev Ram and his partner clinched a silver medal in doubles tennis, while Evansville’s Lilly King helped the US take gold in the women’s swimming relay — and set a world record in the process. Get the rest of today’s news from our friends at WTHR.

• Local soul food staple His Place Eatery has opened its second Indy location at 1411 W. 86th St. It’s open Tuesday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Looking for a new gig? Ivy Tech Community College is hosting a job fair today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Indy campus. The event will feature 80+ employers, including Eli Lilly, the Indianapolis Airport, Eskenazi Health, and Republic Services. (Mirror Indy/WISH)

• Speaking of Lilly, the Lilly Endowment approved grants to 13 colleges + universities in Indiana totaling more than $300 million. Recipients include Butler University, which plans to construct new wellness and community facilities, and Marian University, which will renovate campus buildings.

• IACS announced that it’s over critical capacity and is in immediate need of adopters and fosters for 250+ dogs and cats. See just a few of the animals you could bring home temporarily or permanently.

• The former Francis Bellamy School 102 is now home to a food pantry, closet, and weight room called “The Spot.” This community resource center on the east side was created by Voices Corp., Inner Beauty, and New BOY — keep an eye on the organizations’ social media accounts for events. (WTHR)

• The Colts just slogged their way through a scorching hot practice day, but a pair of receivers shone bright. Find out who with Locked On.
  

• Hey Indy: Are you ready for a vacay but don’t want to break the bank? We’ve got an idea. Just two and a half hours north, you’ll find a great summer getaway in Elkhart County. Pro tip: Get a free area guide – and start planning your next trip.*

• Drafty windows = higher utility bills. Get beautiful Renewal by Andersen^® windows with a limited time buy one, get one 40% off deal — plus, take $200 off your order.*

• Stick to marked trails and avoid tall grass, brush, and wooded areas where ticks may be hiding.
• Protect your skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, close-toed shoes, and tucking pants into socks. Pro tip: Light-colored clothing makes it easier to spot a tick.
• For pets, flea-and-tick treatments, shampoos, and special combs are available. Ask your veterinarian which is best for your animal and take time to thoroughly check your pet’s fur after an outing.
• Even if you’re careful, a tick may still find a way to hitch a ride. Carefully follow this set of steps to remove it.