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Our football palace, unlike some others, isn’t just for the pros. Those who pay for it also get to use it.
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Library plans $59M in new branches, upgrades
Indianapolis Public Library officials are seeking approval from the city to borrow funds to renovate, relocate and build entirely new branches across the city. Despite growing emphasis on digital media, library visits are increasing, they say.
A&E Roundup: $300k for Indy artist, ‘Fargo’ out in the cold, more
“Batman” producer to teach at IU. Phoenix playwright’s creation launching onto national play network.
A&E priority list includes Fleetwood Mac, Heartland Film Fest, more
If you are looking to experience the unexpected, try the first Art in Odd Places fest downtown.
Developer seeks tax break for downtown hotel project
Developers planning a new Home2 Suites by Hilton in downtown Indianapolis are asking the city for a property-tax break on the project that could save them more than $650,000.
Nude photo scandal boosts local startup’s web traffic
Indianapolis-based event-planning website Snappening.com saw traffic surge this weekend, apparently from web browsers looking for nude photos.
Gambling debate hinges on ‘expansion’ definition
House Public Policy Chairman Tom Dermody, R-LaPorte, opened a gambling hearing last week with a word of caution for his colleagues: Before they launch into the 2015 session in January, they need to decide what they consider an expansion to be.
Magazine publisher acquires local event promoter
The Promotion Co. Inc., an Indianapolis-based event promoter founded in 1976, has been acquired by Florida-based Bonnier Corp, publisher of well-known magazines Popular Science and Field & Stream.
LOU’S VIEWS: Heartland Film Festival offerings include culture clashes, an apocalyptic short
Highlights include a documentary about debunking magician James Randi and a must-see-for-actors profile of Hal Holbrook.
DINING: New Broad Ripple anchor exceeds expectations
Why did I have low expectations of the first-location-outside-of-Michigan chain HopCat? Let me count the reasons.
LOPRESTI: Notre Dame, where tradition, football and commerce meet
A Fall Saturday in South Bend finds ritual, revelry and the Victory March.
Devotion to arts, education earns Rollin Dick 2014 Carroll Award
Rollin Dick’s old-school pocket calendar is crowded with meetings for the various not-for-profit educational and artistic boards on which he sits, along with start times for the plays, musicals and concerts he attends at venues ranging from the Indiana Repertory Theatre to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra to the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
Panel likely to recommend casinos on land, more live dealers
A panel of lawmakers appears increasingly likely to recommend several changes to try to prop up a gambling industry rocked by competition from Ohio and other states. The group is expected to vote at an Oct. 30 meeting.
A&E priorities include IRT’s ‘Red,’ a tap great, and Hitchcock flicks
Stuck for ideas for what to do this week? How about a play in an unusual venue? Or binge-watching classic films? Here’s a starter list with links to ticket information.
Diane Rehm, Loni Anderson to read play at Clowes Hall
Marilu Henner and Robert Foxworth also in company reading first act of Trish Vradenburg’s play “Surviving Grace.”
A&E roundup: IMOCA’s new space; NBC’s Lester Holt to help pianists
Plus, some of the stars who will be performing at the Indianapolis City Ballet’s Evening with the Stars benefit.
Gambling fight set to test governor’s power
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence has been firm on his opposition to expanded gambling since taking office, but that position could put him at odds with fellow Republican lawmakers willing to hear out the state’s struggling gaming industry.
Renovation with recliners coming to Circle Centre movie theater
Regal Entertainment Group, the operator of the nine theaters on the mall’s fourth floor, is ripping out the seats and replacing them with reclining chairs in hopes of increasing attendance.
LOU’S VIEWS: Legislating libation at Indiana State Museum
The exhibit features artifacts, including a still, and a mini-church where an actor playing Indiana’s own Billy Sunday, who railed against “Hell’s best friend,” preaches a sermon.
LOPRESTI: A Saturday with Don Fischer, dean of Big Ten broadcasters
Yes, there have been great moments for voice of hard-luck Hoosier football team.