Aaron Shackell of Carmel swims to berth in Olympics
The Carmel Swim Club swimmer upset Tokyo bronze medalist Kieran Smith on Saturday night at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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U.S. Olympic trials feels like Super Bowl of swimming at home of NFL Colts
As usual, there are plenty of compelling storylines at a meet that many swimmers find more nerve-wracking than the actual Olympics. And the massive venue only adds to the feeling that this is the Super Bowl of swimming.
Juneteenth concert plans to wake up the echoes of Indianapolis blues
Scrapper & Skelton will perform as part of the “Juneteenth Black Heritage Concert” at Indiana Landmarks Center.
Joey Chestnut to compete against ‘fiercest rival’ in Netflix competition
After organizers for Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest said Joey Chestnut wouldn’t compete this year because of a deal with a rival brand, Netflix swiftly announced a new hot dog-eating competition that will feature Chestnut against Takeru Kobayashi.
Grand Park considered as team training base camp site for 2026 World Cup
FIFA announced Wednesday that Westfield’s Grand Park Sports Campus was selected as one of 24 potential locations to serve as a team base camp training site during the early rounds of the 48-country soccer tournament that will be played in the United States, Mexico and Canada in June and July 2026.
Looking to expand, Cafe Patachou owner partners with private equity firm
Martha Hoover and Won’t Stop Hospitality Inc. announced Wednesday an investment from North Carolina-based Hargett Hunter Capital Management that is expected to accelerate her goal of opening more restaurants.
Southern Baptists narrowly reject formal ban on churches with any women pastors
Southern Baptists meeting in Indianapolis narrowly rejected a proposal Wednesday to enshrine a ban on churches with women pastors in the denomination’s constitution.
Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation to award $150M for Catholic education
The foundation said the gift is believed to be the single largest donation to preK-12 Catholic education in the country’s history.
INDOT approved for $255M in funding for welcome center projects
The projects are part of INDOT’s Rest Area & Welcome Center Improvement Plan, which will ultimately improve 21 rest area and welcome centers across the state over the next 10 years.
Waffle House raises worker pay after strikes, pressure from labor organizers
Waffle House CEO Joe Rogers III said wage increases will be paid for by higher menu prices. There are more than a dozen Waffle House locations in Indianapolis and surrounding communities.
Joey Chestnut ‘gutted’ to be out of July 4 hot dog eating contest over brand dispute
Westfield resident Chestnut, the reigning champion of the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, will not participate in this year’s event after signing a deal with a rival brand, organizers said Tuesday.
Bar planned at former downtown Ram site promises ‘all the sports, all the time’
Big screens and big games guide the business model for Tom’s Watch Bar, a sports-focused bar/restaurant chain expected to open this year in an 11,700-square-foot space at the base of a Circle Centre parking garage.
More than 10,000 Southern Baptists gather in Indy to debate banning churches with women pastors
On Wednesday, church representatives are expected to debate whether to amend their constitution to ban churches with any women pastors—from lead to associate roles. The measure received preliminary approval last year.
Led by Caitlin Clark, WNBA sees near-record attendance, record TV ratings
The first month of the WNBA season drew its highest attendance since the league’s second season in 1998 and the best television ratings in its history, the WNBA announced Tuesday.
Westfield looks to create district for people to take alcoholic beverages outside
The Westfield City Council on Monday night heard an introduction of plans to create a designated outdoor refreshment area, or DORA, in the city’s downtown.
Southern Baptists face fraught issues at annual convention in Indy
Messengers—as voting delegates are known—will vote on whether to establish a constitutional ban on churches with women pastors. They’ll hear a report—and get outside criticism—of their handling of sexual abuse among their clergy.
Carmel siblings carry on swimming tradition as they seek Olympic bid
17-year-old Alex Shackell and 19-year-old Aaron Shackell will compete during the Olympic swimming trials at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Both have a chance to make the team.
Leaving a legacy: USA Swimming, Indiana Sports Corp. dedicate $400K to teaching kids to swim
Joel Shinofield, managing director of sport development for Colorado-based USA Swimming, said one goal is “to make events last more than a week.
Landmark opportunity: Guild reaching new heights with Eiffel Tower replica
Jessica Hernandez, the guild’s deputy director, said the Eiffel Tower replica project is a significant opportunity for welding trainees.
Discover the hidden creative gems of Indianapolis
If you’re planning to take in the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials, I strongly encourage you to take a break from the splash zone and dive into the city’s artistic wonders.