Bloomington strives to be destination for cool summer concerts
When school is out, Bloomington will host the Cosmic Songwriter Festival, Granfalloon and the Thursday Night Switchyard Park Music Series.
Dave Lindquist
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After stint on South Meridian, Walk-On’s restaurant to open in Fishers
Todd Johnson, co-franchisee with NFL Hall of Famer Derrick Brooks and Wade Kornblith, said he anticipates a reliable stream of customers at the new location.
Restaurateur takes over former downtown bank branch by Riley Towers
FortyFive Degrees owner Bill Pritt said he intends for Harrison’s Restaurant, a concept based on “good portions and fair prices,” to open by spring 2025.
Caitlin Clark, Peyton Manning to attend ‘Full Court Press’ premiere in Indy
Clark is featured in the ESPN+ series focused on women’s college basketball stars, co-produced by Manning’s Omaha Productions.
Overlooked history inspires festival focused on Black rock music
White musicians are synonymous with many eras—including rockabilly, British Invasion, psychedelic, singer-songwriter and punk—but Black artists have been there from the beginning.
The country music ride endures at 8 Seconds Saloon
Since 1999, 8 Seconds has been the place to catch rising country stars onstage and to show off boot-scooting moves on the dance floor.
Guggman Haus Brewing Co. to open Meridian-Kessler taproom
Guggman Haus Brewing Co. plans to take over the former Scarlet Lane Brewing Co. location near the intersection of 46th Street and College Avenue.
Indianapolis-based Sushi Boss to expand with Monument Circle restaurant
Sushi Boss will follow Green District and Au Bon Pain Cafe as the tenant at the southwest corner of Monument Circle and Meridian Street.
Brittney Spencer, Fastball lead roster of free Swim Trials concerts
Ten concerts are scheduled at “USA Swimming Live,” a fan destination planned downtown on Georgia Street and part of South Meridian Street.
Out on Mass bar planned as ‘meeting point’ for LGBTQ+ community
A Kinsey Institute researcher and an Indiana University School of Medicine faculty member are part of the Out on Mass ownership group.
Viral criticism of Gregg Doyel persists after self-acknowledged ‘creepy’ greeting of new Fever star
Observers and fellow journalists have described IndyStar columnist Gregg Doyel’s actions at Gainbridge Fieldhouse as unprofessional and sexist.
Smithfield Foods donation will help this year’s Rev chefs
The May 4 culinary party at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway that raises funds for the Indiana University Health Foundation is sold out.
Festive spot for families is next Cunningham restaurant concept
Shin Dig restaurant is expected to open by fall in the North Mass corridor southeast of the I-70/I-65 north split.
NBA All-Star Weekend coffee shop to reopen near Monument Circle
Plaid & Pearls Coffee Lounge will take over the former location of Pearings Cafe & Frozen Yogurt at 6 W. Washington St.
Tinker Street owner says restaurant perseveres because of its people
Rave reviews and a packed dining room have helped define the first nine years of business at the cozy, 1,000-square-foot restaurant where Tom Main spends a lot of time thinking about the well-being of his employees.
Five artists selected to create visuals for U.S. Olympic Swim Trials
The All Lanes Lead to Indy Art Project will showcase work by Monroe Bush, Joy Hernandez, Mary Mindiola, Kyng Rhodes and Lucie Rice.
In shop’s 30th anniversary year, Luna Music gears up for Record Store Day
Record Store Day, the cultural/consumer holiday at the heart of vinyl’s resurgence, is scheduled for April 20.
Edgerrin James among honorees announced for Indiana Black Expo corporate luncheon
Pacers CEO Rick Fuson, journalist Soledad O’Brien and actor Leon Robinson also will receive awards at the June 28 event.
Mac & Cheese restaurant chain accused of misleading Indiana franchisees
The Florida-based fast-casual restaurant chain opened locations in Westfield, Indianapolis and Elkhart in 2020 and 2021.
Black Circle to expand with music-focused venture on 10th Street
Black Circle Audio will take over a 99-year-old brick structure south of Brookside Park that once was home to American Legion Post 465.