Renovated museum building is ready to buzz with activity in Garfield Park
The opening of the main building of the Contemporary Art Museum of Indianapolis is merely days away after more than seven years of planning.
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IBJ Media, NCAA and Indiana Sports Corp. name 10 for Be Better Awards
The late Jim Morris frequently challenged himself and those around him to “be better,” and the award seeks to recognize those in Indianapolis who embrace his dedication to faith, family, friends, community and vocation.
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Q&A: Urban designer says city planning is overcomplicated, squeezes out creativity
Jeffery Tompkins spoke to IBJ about his philosophy on urban design and planning and what Indianapolis and the field of urban planning get wrong.
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Popular tea and coffee destinations invigorate Kennedy-King neighborhood
New businesses The Alchemist, Recess and Flora & Flame have generated a buzz.
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Community development group maintains focus on affordable housing with plans for near-east-side triplex
The organization has developed similar residential projects in recent years in the Willard Park and Rivoli Park neighborhoods.
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Neighbors take road safety into their own hands
Over the next two months, neighborhoods across Indianapolis will gather to build temporary, resident-led science experiments on Indianapolis’ roadways.
Generations Community Bank launches as state’s first startup bank since 2008
Generations is also the state’s first-ever minority depository institution, a designation for banks with at least 51% minority ownership or that serve a primarily minority community and have at least 51% of board seats held by minorities.
Stakeholders hope study on capping interstate sparks interest, action
Nonpartisan advocacy organization Rethink Coalition and Indy Chamber have proposed a massive, $506.4 million plan that would “cap” the interstate from Virginia Avenue to Fletcher Avenue with developable land.
Final Four legacy project revitalizes Christian Park Family Center on city’s east side
The center, which has been closed for construction, will resume operations with a dedication ceremony on April 2.
What’s next for women’s prison? Historic property offers possibilities
City leaders and stakeholders have begun soliciting input and considering options but recognize that years of planning lie ahead.
What if you just gave cash to needy? Program explores guaranteed income
The expansion of the IndyEast Guaranteed Income Initiative pilot program will provide $500 a month to 125 families over 18 months.
City taps new firm for Indiana Avenue strategy
A year after a $450,000 contract intended to help shape development for historic Indiana Avenue expired with no published results or recommendations, the city of Indianapolis has hired a new contractor.
With new ‘CAMI’ name, Garfield Park art campus looks to solidify future
In the interest of brand clarity and long-range planning, an arts-focused campus in the Garfield Park neighborhood is adopting a new name before opening a 40,000-square-foot multipurpose building in 2026.
Dennis Bland keeps Center for Leadership Development—and the kids it serves—moving forward
For that devotion, and for a lifetime spent quietly strengthening the city around him, IBJ has named Bland the 32nd recipient of the Michael A. Carroll Award.
City’s rebranded land bank aims to be more strategic in property redevelopment
Over the past several months, Indianapolis leaders have been staking colorful signs into the yards of city-owned vacant properties in what amounts to a promise to neighbors that they plan to put the properties back on the tax rolls.
Health district takes shape ahead of IU Health hospital completion
The recently established Indy Health District is dedicated to reducing health inequity across Indianapolis. It stretches from St. Clair Street north to 38th Street, encompassing 1,500 acres.
LISC Indianapolis names Brandon Taylor as executive director
Taylor has been serving as interim executive director of LISC Indianapolis since January.
Retro setting helps Mike Epps maintain his hometown ties
Comedian/actor Mike Epps has made a 2,100-square-foot house in the Kennedy-King neighborhood a singular work of art.
Indy’s WNBA All-Star Host Committee invests $1M in youth empowerment programming, projects
The city’s WNBA All-Star Host Committee has unveiled several Legacy Projects, aimed at improving the lives of Hoosier youth and families.
Cultural campus planned as focal point of Crooked Creek
A community-led effort hopes to establish Crooked Creek Cultural Campus near the northwest intersection of West 62nd Street and Michigan Road, with a 200-seat theater and community center nestled in eight wooded acres.
Boxer Alphonso Bailey’s redemption story fuels philanthropic rally
The 1979 Shortridge High graduate fell in with the wrong crowd and eventually landed in prison. He found redemption there by embracing boxing and faith, and is now helping others through those same tools.
Uncertainties under Trump trouble housing providers
Frozen grants, delayed allocations and terminated funds are all examples of what Indianapolis housing providers and builders face as President Donald Trump’s administration slashes federal programs and jobs.
IBJ Podcast: Marsh Davis on a career saving Indiana landmarks, bringing right people to the table
The outgoing president of Indiana Landmarks discusses the value of historic preservation, its influence on Indianapolis, the projects that stand out over four decades and the one that got away.
Devington Plaza task force unveils ideas as residents, developer look for path forward
The neighborhood proposal comes as the group pushes New York-based Skysoar Capital Partners to reconsider its plan for the nearly abandoned site.