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Teenagers Jack Ziesemer and DJ BK build momentum in fledgling music careers by following their passions

July 3, 2026
Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Their origin stories have little in common, but 18-year-old Karazim and 17-year-old Ziesemer are emerging forces in the Indianapolis music community.

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Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky

June 29, 2026
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Comcast expects to keep a stake of up to 19.9% ownership position in NBCUniversal for up to one year after the spinoff is complete.

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BEATLES COLISEUM

The Beatles spent a memorable 36 hours in Indianapolis in 1964

June 25, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

On Global Beatles Day, a look back at the Fab Four’s historic visit to the Indiana State Fair in September 1964.

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FAITH BEATLES

After 17 years, Beatles holiday founded in Indianapolis receives official nod from the band

June 24, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

For the first time, the Beatles and Apple Corps Ltd. are officially joining the Global Beatles Day celebration on June 25.

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JIMMY MOVIE 02

Jimmy Stewart film biography to open Heartland Film Festival in Indianapolis

June 22, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

“Jimmy” will be shown Oct. 8 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral, serving as the opening night attraction for the 35th annual Heartland festival.

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SOLSTICE ART

Summer solstice art show connects with natural world

June 18, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

“Coordinates of Belonging” group art show set in garden, cottage and barn spaces celebrates summer’s arrival.

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BRET MICHAELS

Bret Michaels, tribute to ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ join fair lineup

June 17, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

New additions to the concert lineup include Indiana native Clayton Anderson and a double bill of Sammy Kershaw and Craig Morgan.

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Westfield chooses Indianapolis artist for Underground Railroad sculpture

June 11, 2026 | Elissa Maudlin

The sculpture, called Hold the Stars, will be installed at The Grand on Main development at the southeast corner of State Road 32 and Poplar Boulevard.

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TRACE ADKINS

Trace Adkins, Josiah Queen added to Indiana State Fair concert lineup

June 10, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Additions to the fair concert lineup include the “Happy Together” tour of throwback hitmakers and an appearance by Grand Funk Railroad.

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IBJ Podcast: Indy Pride chair talks festival changes, political backdrop and financial challenges

June 8, 2026 | IBJ Staff

Alex Richardson discusses Indy Pride’s revamped festival footprint, a $210,000 budget shortfall in 2024 tied in part to reduced corporate sponsorship, and Gov. Mike Braun’s proclamation of June as “Nuclear Family Month.”

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WHITEHILL BALLROOM

Work begins on Butler entertainment venue tailored to students

June 4, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The Allen Whitehill Clowes Ballroom is being built adjacent to Clowes Memorial Hall and the Schrott Center for the Arts.

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SACAJAWEA PAINTING

Indianapolis-based art collector is selling Western works through Christie’s

June 4, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Betsey Harvey, 88, is offering more than 50 items of Western art for sale in an online auction that runs through June 25.

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BUSTA RHYMES

Beach Boys, Busta Rhymes concerts planned for Indiana State Fair

June 3, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The Beach Boys will open this year’s Indiana State Fair, and gospel vocalist Tasha Cobbs Leonard is the closing-night headliner.

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Concert venues lean into premium experiences for attendees

May 29, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Offering a package of comfort and convenience at an elevated price is increasingly key to a profitable operation for music venues.

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Newfields previews contemporary art revival, unveils strategic plan at annual meeting

May 28, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Newfields is exploring the construction of a new wing at the art museum and a free-standing conservatory as part of the strategic plan.

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MAVIS STAPLES

Carmel’s Center for the Performing Arts unveils 70 shows for 2026-27 season

May 19, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Five-time Grammy Award winner Mavis Staples, two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and “The Traitors” host Alan Cumming will perform.

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BRENDAN FRASER

Actor Brendan Fraser to wave green flag at Indianapolis 500

May 15, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Academy Award winner Fraser will serve as honorary starter for the May 24 race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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Colts’ schedule includes London trip and night games on Thursday and Sunday

May 14, 2026 | Associated Press

The Indianapolis Colt revealed their schedule Thursday night with help from the Simpsons.

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Fowling, a sport born at Indy 500, now does business in seven cities

May 8, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Fowling, a sort of cross between bowling and football, was born 25 years ago this month in a grassy parking lot northwest of Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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JIMMY PARDO

Comedian Jimmy Pardo salutes Bob Kevoian in advance of Indianapolis show

May 7, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

Pardo, a long-running favorite guest on radio’s “Bob & Tom Show,” talks to IBJ about the local radio icon, his long-running podcast and how he’s changed his views on working on the road.

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JAMES JOHNSON

James Johnson to exit CEO role at Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

May 5, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

James Johnson previously served as CEO of the Omaha Symphony in Nebraska and as CEO of the New York Pops in New York City.

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Indy 500 organizers put Legends Day country concert on pause for 2026

May 1, 2026 | Dave LindquistDave Lindquist

The Legends Day concert debuted in 2014 in the infield of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where Jason Aldean performed.

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