Vevay’s historic Schenck Mansion is now home to celebrity tattoo artist Kat Von D, who champions the small Indiana town on a dedicated social media account. | Photo by Kendal Miller via Creative Commons
There’s nowhere we’d rather live than Indy. But sometimes, we feel the itch to get out of town — barely.
Here are 10 drivable day trip destinations to check out the next time you want a low-investment, short notice getaway.
Explore the dense jungle of cuisines, homewares, and more from around the world at Jungle Jim’s.
Jungle Jim’s International Market | This 200,000-sqft destination in Fairfield, OH is part grocery store, part amusement park. It carries items from 70+ countries — making it easy to find a new favorite treat or hunt down a food you had on vacation years ago.
Midi Health makes expert-guided longevity care accessible and affordable. | Photo provided by Midi Health
Did you know genetics account for only ~25% of how long you live? The rest is up to you.
That’s where Midi Health’s AgeWell care comes in. Made for women, by women, the longevity care service checks key health markers, like hormone and blood sugar levels, then matches you with evidence-based solutions tailored to those results.
Better yet? Visits are virtual + covered by most insurance, so you don’t even have to leave the house.
Winter Storm Fern is on its way, blanketing much of the US in ice and snow this weekend. Here’s what to expect in Indy — maybe table your Sunday plans. (WTHR)
Sports
Touchdown. The NFL and Visit Indy announced that the NFL Combine will remain in Indy through 2028. Fun fact: We’ve hosted the event since 1987. Scroll down to test your knowledge of another trivia piece. (WTHR)
Announced
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced a new multiyear partnership with Coca-Cola, replacing Pepsi products at the racetrack and delighting Diet Coke fans everywhere. Long overdue, if you ask us.(WTHR)
Number
16. That’s the record-breaking number of nominations “Sinners” received for this year’s Oscars. If you missed the flick when it debuted in April, several local theaters — including Alamo Draft House and AMC Indianapolis 17 — have showings this weekend. (The Hollywood Reporter)
History
While digging up streets for the Blue Line, IndyGo crews uncovered tracks from the west side’s streetcar system, which operated between the 1860s and the 1950s. See pictures of what the antiquated travel method used to look like in the Circle City. (Mirror Indy)
Traffic
Thanks for using your blinker. According to a study across 40 major US cities, Indianapolis ranked the No. 10 city with the least annoying drivers — but we also ranked the No. 8 city for speeding. Whoa, Nelly.
Listen
Locked On hosts Jake Arthur and Zach Hicks have cooked up the perfect off-season roadmap for the Colts. Get the lay of the land.
Pro Tip
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Asked
Asked
How much revenue did the NFL Combine generate for Indianapolis in 2025?
A. $6.73 million B. $8.07 million C. $9.26 million D. $10.1 million
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The Indianapolis Zoo welcomed its newest arrival this week, a baby white-handed gibbon. Let me be the first to say to mama Koko: If you need to go take a shower or a nap or something, I’d be happy to hold your baby.
The new baby is Koko’s fourth offspring at the Indianapolis Zoo.
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