09.27.2024

Today’s Forecast

🎉 We’re gonna party like it’s our birthday

Celebrating INDYtoday’s third birthday

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If you see City Editors Nicole and Shea around town, come say hi. | Photo by INDYtoday team

Today’s a big day for INDYtoday: It’s our third birthday.

In the last three years, we City Editors have had the pleasure of sending you hundreds of newsletters chock full of feel-good, hyperlocal news. We’ve shown up to dozens of community events, we’ve spent countless hours responding to your questions, and we’ve had some good laughs at your witty Instagram comments.

But in case you haven’t had a chance to meet the writers behind the curtain, here are a couple things to know about City Editors Nicole and Shea.

INDYtoday: INDY_Nicole and Shea Parlor_SEPT24 — City Editors Nicole and Shea can often be found lounging at local coffee shops — usually with bonus City Editor Thalia in tow.
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Photo by INDYtoday team

Q: What’s your favorite new restaurant that’s opened in the last year?

Nicole: I’ve already been to Parkside Public House twice since it opened in Garfield Park last month, so I have to say that’s my favorite new business I’ve tried.
Shea: I’m a big sweets girly, and I’ve fallen in love with the baked goods at Yafa Golden Coffee. I’m also excited for Chapter Book Lounge to open near me in a couple weeks.

Q: What’s your favorite story you’ve written for INDYtoday?

Nicole: I’ve written a lot of stories over the last three years, so it’s hard to remember them all — so I’ll go with a recent favorite. I have to say the National Dog Day piece asking for readers to choose our adventure was such a fun one. It’s not every day I get to include my best friend in my INDYtoday content.
Shea: My “Where to shop for ‘The Eras Tour’" story was a real passion project for me. I spent weeks trying to find specific pieces + shops that perfectly fit the vibe of each era, and then crammed as many song lyrics as I could into each sentence.

Thanks to all our readers for helping us reach three years — we couldn’t have done it without you.

Asked

How many newsletters has INDYtoday sent out?

A. 745
B. 692
C. 827
D. 770

Consider this your present to us

Events

Friday, Sept. 27

Saints Francis & Clare of Assisi Fall Festival | Friday, Sept. 27-Saturday, Sept. 28 | Times vary | Saints Francis & Clare of Assisi Catholic Church, Greenwood | Cost of purchase | Join the “Greatest Little Festival East of the Mississippi” for family-friendly activities, rides, fair food, live music, and artisan crafts.
Artful Party: Fall | Friday, Sept. 27 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Newfields | $25+ | Celebrate new exhibition openings with live DJ sets and themed cocktails + hors d’oeuvres.

Saturday, Sept. 28

Trinity Health Freedom Expo | Saturday, Sept. 28-Sunday, Sept. 29 | Times vary | Embassy Suites by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center, Plainfield | Free | Connect with 75 exhibitors from the natural health industry and take home a gift bag with product samples + coupons.
Writing Workshop with genesis Literature and Art Magazine | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Dear Mom | Free | Learn how to create a compelling sympathetic villain, then format your story into a simple zine.
40th Circle City Classic HBCU Football Game | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 3 p.m. | Lucas Oil Stadium | $30+ | Watch the North Carolina Central University Eagles take on the Norfolk State University Spartans.
HMP Yachtoberfest | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 3-10 p.m. | Herron-Morton Place Park | $9+ | Put on your boat shoes for this 13th annual fundraiser with yacht rock music, food, and fun for Oktoberfesters of all ages.

Friday, Oct. 4

Venzago Returns! | Friday, Oct. 4-Saturday, Oct. 5 | Times vary | Hilbert Circle Theatre | $15+ | Enjoy a musical journey as former ISO Music Director Mario Venzago returns to conduct the music of Robert Schumann and Bruch.*

Spooky stuff ahead this way

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News Notes

Traffic

After eight painful months for Trader Joe’s shoppers across the county, the I-69 North ramp to 82nd Street has finally reopened. More work is still to come before drivers can get to 82nd Street from Binford Boulevard or I-465 East. (WTHR)

Development

IU Health will demolish the majority of Methodist Hospital after it opens its new downtown hospital in 2027. Methodist opened in 1908, and some of the engineering is “out of the Civil War.” Some historic buildings will reportedly be preserved, though officials have not specified details yet. (IBJ)

Closing

West Fork Whiskey Co. is closing its original tasting room at 1660 Bellefontaine St. Stop by for a final glass during its last day of business tomorrow. The Westfield location will remain open, and the company teased the announcement of “a fresh and exhilarating chapter in our Downtown Indy story.”

Concert

Legends only. Billy Joel and Sting will perform together at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Presale for Citi cardmembers starts on Monday, Sept. 30 and general sales go live on Friday, Oct. 4. (WTHR)

Biz

After four years as The Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel’s campus has an official sponsorship deal with Allied Solutions LLC. It will now be called the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. And just when we finally stopped calling Everwise TCU... (IBJ)

Community

Indy’s newest Pacers Bikeshare station opened yesterday on the near westside, located on West Michigan Street at Warman Avenue near the B&O Trailhead. The station includes 20 docks for both e-bikes and classic bikes, and is the first to include information in both English + Spanish.

Job

Hiring? Our new community job board could help you find that perfect candidate. Bonus: For a limited time, you can post your listing for free. Give it a try.

Sports

No. 16 Notre Dame will be taking on No. 15 Louisville tomorrow for a highly anticipated matchup. Get a preview of the game with Louisville insider Mike Rutherford.

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