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Retail, restaurants and arts reporter

Lindquist joined IBJ in October 2021 after working as a reporter, copy editor and page designer at newspapers in Indiana, Illinois and New York since 1991. He’s also host of “The Beat with Dave Lindquist” on WTTS. He lives in Indianapolis, and when he’s not working, he enjoys getting outside with his wife, teenage son and their Aussiedoodle puppy.

Quick facts:

Favorite podcast: “Never Not Funny: The Jimmy Pardo Podcast”

First job: Delivered newspapers for The Bloomington Pantagraph in Illinois

Favorite band: Wilco

Articles

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

June 17, 2026

Dave 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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Jim Irsay’s family to sell ‘Alcoholics Anonymous’ manuscript for philanthropic causes

June 17, 2026

Dave Lindquist

The “Alcoholics Anonymous” book — nicknamed “The Big Book” — outlines a 12-step program that’s been adopted by many organizations focused on addiction recovery and personal struggles.

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Mini-golf holes to represent Indiana at Great American State Fair

June 15, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

The five mini-golf holes were unveiled Monday at the Indiana State Museum. The holes are devoted to history and activities related to the state fair, agriculture, tourism, outdoor life and sports in the state.

Pacers Sports & Entertainment launches retail media network

June 12, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

Pacers Sports & Entertainment, along with two partners, this spring launched the Fieldhouse Media Network, a digital marketing initiative.

Two art shows place light on Kyng Rhodes and the peers he supports

June 11, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

Indianapolis-based artist Kyng Rhodes is showing his own work at Gallery 924 and he served as curator for a new exhibition at Newfields.

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

June 10, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

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

Downtown nightclub Patron Saint denied liquor license renewal

June 5, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

Police representatives lobbied against the nightclub, citing a double shooting and a fight involving an underage customer.

Work begins on Butler entertainment venue tailored to students

June 4, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

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

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

June 4, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

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

Indianapolis Cultural Trail touts $3B in added assessed value since 2007

June 3, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

Executive Director Kären Haley said the Indianapolis Cultural Trail’s next era will be focused on building capacity for its public art, gardens, program and long-term maintenance.

Beach Boys, Busta Rhymes concerts planned for Indiana State Fair

June 3, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

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

11 former Cake Bake Shop employees accuse company of improper wage practices in Florida

June 2, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

In lawsuits, former Cake Bake Shop employees say they were paid less than minimum wage for work and were charged for shoe purchases and uniform cleaning.

Illinois-based conductor David Commanday to lead Carmel Symphony Orchestra

June 2, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

David Commanday, who trained in conducting at the University of Vienna, is scheduled to take over the Carmel Symphony Orchestra on July 1.

Concert venues lean into premium experiences for attendees

May 29, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

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

Lesley Gordon takes on creative work as GangGang’s first executive director

May 28, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

Former IndyGo and the Indiana State Fair staffer Lesley Gordon is the first executive director of creative advocacy agency GangGang.

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

May 28, 2026 |

Dave 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.

Wienie 500 captures the imagination of Carb Day attendees

May 22, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

The race, known as the Wienie 500, inspired many Carb Day attendees to wear hot dog costumes and hot dog headgear.

Q&A with Schahet Hotels CEO Jeffrey Brown about collaboration with Ball State

May 22, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

Brown spoke with IBJ about adding signature touches to The Cantio in Muncie and how Schahet adheres to its core values.

WIBC on-air personality Casey Daniels announces exit from station

May 22, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

Casey Daniels, the former broadcast partner of Rob Kendall on radio’s “Kendall & Casey” show, will depart WIBC-FM 93.1.

Brandon Meeks puts spotlight on ‘Unsung Giants’ of jazz

May 21, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

Bass player Brandon Meeks selected trumpet player Clifford Ratliff as the focus of the first “Unsung Giants” composition.

Downtown restaurant China King to close after 34-year run

May 20, 2026 |

Dave Lindquist

China King, an Asian restaurant that’s served downtown customers from a compact storefront since 1992, is planning to cease operations.

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

May 19, 2026 |

Dave 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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Orr Fellowship sees success in Evansville expansion

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