Buster Bodine, popular Indianapolis radio DJ in the 1970s, dies
Known for an over-the-top vocal delivery and a knack for connecting with youth culture, Buster Bodine helped make WNAP—known as “The Buzzard”—a local sensation.
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New Mass Ave bookstore plans to share stories from around the world
The Mass Ave cultural district features a bookstore for the first time since the 2021 migration of Indy Reads Books to Fountain Square.
Restaurants strive to perfect readying of food for mobile orders
Fast food and fast casual restaurant chains are experimenting with concepts that exclusively serve food to go.
Big band celebrates jazz legacy of Indiana’s Gennett Records
A century later, jazz songs recorded by Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton resound as Indiana milestones.
Wing Zone restaurant to take over former Donut Shop location
The first Indiana location for Wing Zone, a fast-casual chain with more than 60 locations, is expected to open by the end of the summer.
Indiana Jones, Harry Potter music among highlights of Conner Prairie schedule
The 41st season of Symphony on the Prairie includes 12 performances by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
Meteorologist Stephanie Mead to exit WISH-TV Channel 8
Mead is set to wrap up six years of forecasting weather in Indianapolis for WISH-TV Channel 8 on Friday, the meteorologist announced via social media.
Premium Blend to play among the stars during planetarium shows
Jazz quintet led by saxophone player Jared Thompson will showcase new album ‘Virtue’ at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
College-focused Homefield Apparel finds opportunity in March Madness
The Indianapolis company specializes in selling vintage-themed T-shirts to fans of 150 universities, and surprising storylines have become a sure thing in the 68-team NCAA tournament.
Patience helps build success for bacon, sausage maker
Zionsville native Mark LaFay founded Old Major in 2016, developing a hobbyist’s pursuit into a business that sells meat online, at farmers markets and to restaurants.
Public Universal Friend embraces rustic sound on ‘Chrysalis’ album
Band led by Jody Friend will celebrate ‘Chrysalis’ album release Friday at Fountain Square venue White Rabbit Cabaret.
Neil Patrick Harris joins roster of speakers at NFT-ticketed VeeCon
The “How I Met Your Mother” star, music producer Timbaland and “Bar Rescue” host Jon Taffer are among the newly announced participants for the technology-focused summit.
Dance Kaleidoscope reels in the years with the Beatles
‘Magical Decades Tour’ show mixes songs popularized by the Beatles with hits by other artists in multiple decades.
New IndyFringe leader wants to add to energy on Mass Ave
Former flute professor Jennifer Cooper previously served as executive director of the Montana International Choral Festival.
Smoke shop to open in Fountain Square building once earmarked for a liquor store
CBD and vape retailer Higher Grade operates two locations in Noblesville plus single stores in Fishers, Carmel, Avon and Indianapolis.
Made in Indiana: Guitar amplifier speakers by Weber Speakers
History: Ted Weber worked at Delphi Electronics in Kokomo when he launched a hobby of making speakers for guitar amplifiers. Weber received positive feedback on his cone-shaped devices, and he transformed from hobbyist to professional when Weber Speakers debuted in 1997. In the early days, his son, T.A. Weber, assembled speakers in the family’s basement […]
Cunningham restaurant empire keeps growing
On the verge of opening its 40th restaurant, Indianapolis-based Cunningham Restaurant Group is set to do business in Bloomington for the first time and expand its presence in Plainfield and Greenwood.
For retro jazz singer Emmaline, the time is now
Singer who grew up in Anderson will celebrate release of four-song EP with two performances at the Jazz Kitchen.
Eiteljorg hires Newfields exec Kathryn Haigh as new CEO
Kathryn Haigh will succeed John Vanausdall as president and CEO of the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art.
John Mellencamp donates archives and memorabilia to Indiana University
IU also unveiled plans for a sculpture honoring the Hoosier rock star.