Indiana podcaster revisits the many layers of ‘It‘s a Wonderful Life’
Ten-episode podcast “George Bailey was Never Born,” co-created by Bloomington resident Ray Nowosielski, will be released Nov. 21.
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Organizations seek explanation for Newfields leader’s departure
Leaders of Indiana Black Expo Inc. and the Indianapolis Urban league said the community is owed more information about the circumstances surrounding the CEO’s departure.
RH unveils its ‘hospitality experience’ at the previously private DeHaan estate
The retailer has transformed the property at 4501 Michigan Road into a restaurant, wine bar, installations featuring the company’s furnishings and the RH Interior Design Studio.
Five concepts selected for Melon Kitchen accelerator at 16 Tech
The entrepreneurs will receive $5,000 grants and training in business plans, menu preparation, pitching to investors and other subjects.
Burnette leaving abruptly as CEO of Newfields after 15 months
Colette Pierce Burnette was hired in mid-2022 to help ease a race-related controversy that involved her predecessor. A press release issued Friday by Newfields gave no reason for her departure.
Christel DeHaan foundation distributes $55M as it ceases operations
The foundation spent itself down to zero this year, distributing legacy grants to arts organizations, the University of Indianapolis and not-for-profits focused on military families, former prison inmates, HIV prevention and animal conservation.
Comedian Nimesh Patel engages audiences on his terms
Former “SNL” writer Nimesh Patel will bring his “Fast and Loose” tour to the Egyptian Room in Old National Centre on Nov. 18.
RH sets opening date for store, restaurant at former DeHaan estate
The public will be able to shop seven days a week at the previously gated 41,762-square-foot mansion known as Linden House.
New Garfield Park business Skosh seeks coffee fans, home decor shoppers
Store founder Haley Hilts describes the store as “a lifestyle studio where everything you see you can buy.” Even the coffee mugs are for sale.
Labor challenges, inflation stoke pessimism for small business
The National Federation of Independent Business’ “optimism index” in September was listed at 90.8, which is lower than the group’s 49-year average—98—for the 21st consecutive month.
New Indiana band Wishy is unwavering in its distinctive sound
Wishy co-founders Kevin Krauter and Nina Pitchkites met as Carmel High School students but waited to become band mates.
New Indianapolis whiskey producer cites barrels as key to flavor
Fortune’s Fool, an Indianapolis-based spirits company led by former anesthesiologist Juliet Schmalz, debuted this month in liquor stores, restaurants and bars.
White River State Park concert venue formalizes name change
Everwise Credit Union, the venue’s naming-rights partner, was known as Teachers Credit Union until June 2023.
Summit aims to recognize strength of Indiana’s creative economy
The mission of “Creative Crossroads: Indiana Creative Economy Summit,” organizer Polina Osherov said, is to elevate film, music and other creative pursuits on Indiana’s economic landscape.
Growing local concert company Forty5 hires first chief executive
IUPUI alum Jenny Boyts, who is board president for Indy Pride Inc., will lead Forty5, which presents concerts at the Vogue and Holliday Park.
Deion Sanders to headline Steward Speakers gala at Lucas Oil Stadium
Deion Sanders is part of speakers series that also will bring Shannon Sharpe and Jackie Joyner-Kersee to Indianapolis.
Seafood arrives swiftly at Broad Ripple’s new Bardales market
Bardales Seafood was founded last year as a wholesale supplier to central Indiana restaurants. The business opened a Broad Ripple shop earlier this month to sell specialty fish to the public.
Carmel filmmaker Ashton Gleckman chronicles JFK for new audience
On Nov. 18-20, the History Channel will broadcast the 23-year-old’s eight-episode documentary series that chronicles the life of President John F. Kennedy.
Goodbyes to murals can be hard, even if the art wasn’t made to last
Public art stakeholders said it’s not ideal to paint over a revered mural without notice.
Peace on a personal level guides Carrie Newcomer’s 20th album
Carrie Newcomer’s next central Indiana performance is scheduled for March 9 at the Tarkington at Carmel’s Center for the Performing Arts.