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6 record stores every Indy music fan should know
Expand your music library at these Indianapolis record shops offering vinyl, CDs, and cassettes.
August 21, 2025 09:46 AM
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Morgan O’Neal
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Here’s how you can support free, unbiased local journalism in Indy
We fill your inbox with positive, impactful local news and events. Support our mission.
May 2, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Small Business
National Small Business Week in Indianapolis, IN
The first week of May is National Small Business Week, and we want to celebrate by giving your favorite local small businesses a shoutout.
April 26, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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The best restaurants in Indy for vegan and vegetarian eats
Craving a delicious meat-free meal? Look no further than INDYtoday’s comprehensive guide to local vegan and vegetarian restaurants around Indianapolis, IN.
April 23, 2024
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Food
Where to drink tea in Indy
Believe it or not, an estimated 30 million Americans drink tea every day. Here are some places to get a beau-tea-ful tea experience.
April 18, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Small Business
Indy in bloom: Here’s where to see, shop, and pick flowers this spring
Stop and smell the roses, tulips, and more across Indianapolis.
April 16, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Food
The AMP vendors offering eclipse-themed food and drinks
The best way to celebrate any occasion is with food — so eat the eclipse in style with these special offerings at The AMP.
April 2, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Food
Spring-inspired sips to try in Indy
If you’re like us and you have at least five beverages in front of you at all times — try swapping one out this season for something a little more festive.
March 27, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Culture
Plan your perfect bachelor or bachelorette party in Indianapolis
Here come the bride, groom, and a whole lot of revelry. Give your bachelor or bachelorette parties a taste of Indy with these fun ideas.
March 26, 2024
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Shea Stapley
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Development
Old church in Fletcher Place creating a new sense of community
A historic church in Fletcher Place will be revived as a new place for the community to gather — and a couple of neighbors are behind the vision.
March 21, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Small Business
Asked: What local Indianapolis business would you like to see make a comeback?
What stores, restaurants, and venues would you like to see return the most?
March 8, 2024
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Shea Stapley
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Try something new from a local business during Small Business Week
Expand your horizons by indulging in these treats, treatments, and more from businesses in your neighborhood during Small Business Week.
May 6, 2025
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Small Business Week in Indianapolis
Join INDYtoday to celebrate Small Business Week in the Circle City from Sunday, May 4, to Saturday, May 10.
May 5, 2025
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16 Tech Bridge opens on Indy’s west side
The 342-ft structure has separate lanes for cars, vehicles, and pedestrians and will feature dynamic lighting for observations.
April 30, 2025
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Indianapolis Cultural Trail launching new bike tours and prgramming
This summer, there will be plenty of ways to explore the city along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail.
April 29, 2025
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Nicole Hernandez
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Travel and Outdoors
The beginner’s guide to composting in Indianapolis
We’re answering questions like “What is composting?” and “How do I compost in an apartment?”
April 29, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Development
IU Indianapolis begins construction on its STEM Lab Building
The site will add new research spaces and laboratories for the school’s Science and Technology Corridor.
April 28, 2025
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