Bills that passed, failed in this year’s General Assembly
A look at some major legislation considered this year by the Indiana General Assembly.
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Review: ‘Memphis’ on the big screen
The Tony-winning Best Musical, which is still running on Broadway, hits local movie theaters for a limited run.
LOU’S VIEWS: ‘The 39 Steps’ is spoof positive of laughs in Hitchcock’s work
There’s a blissfully funny sequence in the first act of the Indiana Repertory Theatre’s production of “The 39 Steps,” the local premiere of the Broadway hit.
DINING: Indonesian eatery offers Garuda awakening
First in our month-long series of reviews of newer ethnic eateries. This week: Garuda.
WEB REVIEW: In often-frivolous app world, these can save lives
Dad isn’t just recording workout data or accessing records that already exist, he’s creating his own diagnostic information.
Indy Fashion Time signs primary sponsor for fashion week competition
Sewing machine manufacturer Baby Lock USA wants to broaden its exposure beyond crafters and quilters.
Cultural Trail unveils garage’s million-dollar art installment
The latest piece of art to be installed along downtown Indianapolis’ Cultural Trail will cost almost as much as the first eight displays combined.
Sports auction firm visits Indy seeking ABA, Clowns items
New York-based Clean Sweep Auctions plans to hold an “Antiques Roadshow”-like event in Indianapolis this week, offering local residents free valuation of sports memorabilia.
Critical mass with Dance Kaleidoscope (and free pizza)
DK’s David Hochoy hosts a panel of arts writers. What do you want him to ask?
You-review-it Monday
There are those who prefer ‘Godspell’ and those who prefer ‘Jesus Christ Superstar.’ Which are you?
Bronze sculpture atop monument to be fixed
State officials say a bronze sculpture atop the Indianapolis Soldiers and Sailors Monument will be removed for repairs on Saturday.
Blogware exec backs Earth House campaign
Chris Baggott of Compendium Blogware and an anonymous donor are supporting the downtown venue.
DINING: H2O Sushi offers titillating surprises
Parental advisory: This review contains suggestive language and encourages poor dining habits.
LOU’S VIEWS: Landmark event turns into celebration of Bill Cook
Benefactor’s presence strongly felt at opening of new arts center.
BENNER: Another Hoosier legend now belongs to the ages
Morris Pollard, coach at Speedway High School from 1956 to 1983, died April 17. He simply was one of the best basketball coaches—and finest men—I ever knew.
HETRICK: ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ takes on federal deficit
One “Superstar” scene always reminds me of our entitlement society—and how some react to the notion of helping “the least among us.”
Closed northwest-side theater set to reopen
A Chicago native and independent theater owner plans to reopen the old AMC Loews College Park 14 movie complex on April 29, under the new moniker of Movie Buff Theatre.
Twin Cities tourism outpaces Indianapolis
Minneapolis and St. Paul together offer a larger convention market than Indianapolis.