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Travel and Outdoors
6 fall events at Indy Parks to add to your calendar
Discover seasonal fun and festive activities for all ages across Indy Parks.
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Parks and Recreation
Earth Day activities around the Circle City
Looking to celebrate Earth Day but don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered — whether you’re looking to clean up a local neighborhood or watch movies with friends.
April 18, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Parks and Recreation
Guide to Indy’s dog parks
Dog parks are a great way to socialize, both for your pet and yourself. Just make sure you understand the rules and proper dog park etiquette.
April 12, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Travel and Outdoors
A buzzworthy guide to piloting a drone in Indy
What’s that sound? It’s your drone capturing awesome pictures and videos of the Circle City — after you learn the rules and guidelines.
April 5, 2024
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Shea Stapley
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Development
City of Carmel announces expansion of Monon Greenway
The City of Carmel announced last week it will spend $13 million to makeover the Monon between Midtown and Downtown Carmel.
January 3, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Culture
Walking trends in Indianapolis
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Indianapolis compares.
December 14, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Sports
Where to play sports indoors around Indianapolis during the cold months
It’s that time of year when the outdoor courts clear out. If you want to stay active in the winter, here are some facilities to continue playing your favorite sports indoors.
November 27, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Parks and Recreation
City and Indy Parks cut the ribbon on Riverside Promenade
The city, Indy Parks, and the community celebrated the next phase of a 20-year master plan to transform Riverside Park completed.
October 26, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Travel and Outdoors
Indiana breaks ground on first new state park lodge in 84 years
The Lodge at Potato Creek will be about a 25 minute drive southwest of the city of South Bend + join the growing list of Indiana State Parks Inns.
October 20, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Retail
What to know about e-bikes in Indianapolis
You’ve probably noticed these wheel-y fast bikes cruising around the city by now, so we’re breaking down everything you need to know and where to hop on an e-bike for yourself.
October 2, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Travel and Outdoors
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Travel and Outdoors
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Your unofficial Indy end-of-summer bucket list
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August 29, 2025
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Sports
Where to watch football games around Indy
If you’re not watching football from the stands at Lucas Oil Stadium, there are a few nearby watering holes that bring a similar camaraderie and atmosphere for football fans.
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