Hotels to offer free Wi-Fi but tighten cancellation policies
The big chains, those mega-hotels that cater to business travelers during the week, are finally following suit of the budget, side-of-the-road properties and offering free Internet.
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Review: ‘The Odd Couple’
Once again, slob Oscar spars with neat freak Felix. But mugging mars Beef & Boards’ production of the Neil Simon classic.
Colts playoff tickets remain as Bengals fans swoop in
With 7,000 tickets still available as of early Tuesday, there’s concern in the Colts’ camp that Bengals fans will scoop them up and make the two-hour drive for the game.
Warhol Foundation soups up Big Car’s budget with 2-year grant
The local arts group is planning on beefing up its projects and collaborations with artists.
DINING: Newcomers kept adventurous diners busy in 2014
Just a few short years ago, I was challenged to find new restaurants to review in this column. This year, it was tough to keep up.
LOU’S VIEWS: 2014 in A&E
Orangutans, ancient arriors, a fair lady, a great bicycle race, and more offered highlights of the year in Indy-area arts and entertainment.
2014 in sports: unpredictable, untidy and unfathomable
Yes, 2014 was that kind of year for Indiana sports. Often unpredictable, frequently untidy, occasionally unfathomable.
A&E roundup: Looking ahead to Joshua Bell, Lois Lowry…and Cereal Cinema?
“Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo” will be screened at the IMA. Yes, you read that correctly.
Irsay helps out Jack Kerouac organization
The owner of the Indianapolis Colts has ponied up a sizable sum for a Massachusetts organization that keeps the writer’s legacy alive.
LOU’S VIEWS: From ‘Boyhood’ to an ape-run world, a year of cinematic bests
Also, see what films and performances made the Indiana Film Journalists Associations list for the best of 2014.
DINING:Oft-tapped space gets restaurant/bar improvement
The District Tap sets up in the former Discovery Zone/Music Mill/Brewstone spot. Start with one of 60 beers on tap and a plate of Short Rib Nachos.
LOU’S VIEWS: From ‘Boyhood’ to an ape-run world, a year of cinematic bests
Also, see what films and performances made the Indiana Film Journalists Associations list for the best of 2014.
LOPRESTI: Time to warm up the season with some baseball talk
Pirates, Indians execs give us a glimpse of what’s to come when the sports action moves outdoors.
Review: ‘Elf: The Musical’
Unlike “Ghost,” the musicality of “Elf” doesn’t feel imposed on it. Unlike “Once,” it doesn’t reconstitute and elevate its source material. Instead, "Elf: The Musical" is a pleasant, peppy, sugar-coated diversion.
A&E priority list include Dave Chappelle, ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ more
The holidays are looming but that doesn't mean that every arts group or performer is going into holiday hibernation. Here are some non-shopping options.
Southwest to add nonstop service to LA, Boston
Southwest will depart Indianapolis International Airport for Los Angeles once daily, and there will be two flights every day to Boston, the airline announced Wednesday.
Hoosier Lottery dropping Monopoly Millionaires’ game
The Hoosier Lottery and other participating states questioned the future of the money-losing game after Texas decided Dec. 11 to end participation. Sales were not high enough to cover jackpots.
IMA defends admission charge as complaints pile up
Officials at the Indianapolis Museum of Art are defending plans to charge an $18 admission fee as criticism rages among its supporters and on social media after the surprise announcement last week.
Indy Googlers curious about Robin Williams, twerking in 2014
The most-searched subject in central Indiana was the late comedian, but searchers also sought advice on kissing, faxing and sleeping.
Hoosier Lottery evaluating money-losing Monopoly game
The Hoosier Lottery is evaluating its next move on the Monopoly Millionaires' Club—a new, so-far money-losing game—in the wake of a decision by Texas to end its participation.