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The Dish
The Feed: Garfield Brewery To Close And Big Birdz Hot Chicken Heats Up
Following an eight-year run on Shelby Street, Garfield Brewery has announced that it will close its doors on January 31. “We have survived many...
Drinks
DIY Dry With Mixo Indy
Zero-proof Lambrusco and alcohol-free coffee liqueur make for a bold and sophisticated drink that you can make at home.
Dining
The Sweet Rise Of Bubble Waffles
Fluffier and eggier than their traditional counterparts, bubble waffles are like edible fidget poppers. The sweet treat originated in Hong Kong as a grab-and-go street snack. Now, it’s making delicious appearances all over Central Indiana.
Drinks
Zeroproof Cocktails That Cut The Sweet
Most alcohol-free cocktails are made with sweet-tasting syrups and juices, but those who prefer tart, bitter, or savory drinks have a growing range of options.
Dining
The Feed: No Frills Caffeinates Irvington And Richard’s Brick Oven Pizza Closes
Franklin favorite Richard’s Brick Oven Pizza served its last pie on New Year’s Eve. The restaurant, owned by husband and wife Richard Goss and...
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Fashion
Can Vera Bradley Regain Relevance?
Vera Bradley bags were a Midwestern status symbol throughout the 1990s and early 2000s. But changing tastes—and a shifting retail industry—have put the Fort Wayne company on shakier ground.
Crime
The True Story Of The Fox Hollow Murders
For three decades, Indiana’s most disturbing serial killer flew under the true crime radar. In 1996, at least a dozen bodies were found at a Westfield estate belonging to wealthy businessman Herb Baumeister, but it wasn’t until recently that efforts to identify the victims went into high gear.
Longform
The Haunting Of Joshua Hull
Joshua Hull is scaring up a career in the horror genre, one creepy story at a time.
Crime
The Ugly Truth About True Crime
Two Indianapolis podcasters who spent years reporting on the Delphi murders witnessed the benefits of the true crime community’s hive mind—but they also saw where the trend goes horribly wrong. The authors of the just-released book Shadow of the Bridge recall one of the case’s darkest chapters.
Longform
Hunter Vale Of Queer Circle City Is A Joyful Warrior
The founder of Queer Circle City is doubling down on the fight for LGBTQIA+ rights.
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One-of-a-Kind Holiday Gifts in Hendricks County, Indiana
Shop local in Hendricks County this season with gift ideas for every member of the family and everyone on your shopping list.
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Okonori Offers A Fusion Of Taste And Aesthetics
Okonori Japanese High Kitchen brings a sophisticated Japanese dining experience to Carmel.
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Circle City
Get To Know Lauren Bertolacci, Indy Ignite Head Coach
As the Indy Ignite advance into their sophomore Major League Volleyball season, Bertolacci brings experience, passion, and knowledge—by way of Australia and Europe—as the team’s new head coach.
Opinion & Columns
Editor’s Note: Going Alcohol-Free
Editor-in-chief Andrea Ratcliff raises a (no-ABV) glass our January issue cover feature, which showcases zero-proof mocktails.
News & Opinion
Bottleworks Is Growing Again
The seemingly endless construction project at Massachusetts and College avenues has finally wrapped, and the result—a glossy complex of office buildings known as Bottleworks Phase II—is up and running. What’s inside those new buildings, and how does the final product compare with the original plan? Read on to find out.
Arts & Culture
Get To Know Jorge Plata, Paleoartist
From excavating an internationally prized dig site to creating educational art that truly comes alive, the Indianapolis Children’s Museum paleoartist and fossil preparator offers a look at how he helps demystify the prehistoric past.
Circle City
Airport Closures 101
Our Indiana expert explores the conditions that might call for a rare closure of the Indianapolis International Airport.
The Ticket
Arts & Culture
Meet The Anime Apostle: Billy Tringali
IU Indianapolis librarian Billy Tringali has leveraged manga as a novel teaching tool and gained worldwide recognition in the process.
Arts & Culture
Meet The Accidental Librarian: Maurice Broaddus
Author Maurice Broaddus fell into the role that saw him transform The Oaks Academy library—and he wouldn’t have had it any other way.
Sports
PHOTOS: Purdue Basketball Escapes Washington
While nursing a 20-point lead at several points in the game, Purdue edged out Washington, 81-73, for their fourth conference win of the season.
Arts & Culture
Get To Know Lauren Bertolacci, Indy Ignite Head Coach
As the Indy Ignite advance into their sophomore Major League Volleyball season, Bertolacci brings experience, passion, and knowledge—by way of Australia and Europe—as the team’s new head coach.
The Good LifeVocalist Leah Crane Rocks The Stage
This multitalented vocalist has style on and off the stage.
Travel
Who’s Ready For A Tropical Getaway?
We can now flight nonstop to the Dominican Republic on American Airlines.
Home
Greenwood’s Spectacular Modern Home
A home with a unique pavilion designs awaits in woodsy Greenwood.
Lifestyle
Supreme And The North Face Bring A Collab To The Holidays
The Hype Vault in Brownsburg is selling the hot coat for cold weather.
Fashion
A Comeback For Windsor Jewelry
The 106-year-old downtown mainstay reopens with new owners and a fresh look.
Best of Indy
Arts & Culture
The Best Fun And Leisure Activities Of 2025
Animal encounters, book bars, and dance classes for adults were just a few of the fun and leisure activities that Hoosiers loved most this year.
Best Of Indy
The Best Food And Drinks Of 2025
Indy continued to solidify itself as one of the best in the Midwest when it comes to food and drink, with new pizzerias, dirty soda bars, and more among the must-order items of 2025.
Arts & Culture
The Best Arts And Entertainment Of 2025
The Indiana Fever and other women's sports teams of Indianapolis stole the spotlight this year while podcasts, theater, and art house movies took center stage.
Best Of Indy
The Best Services Of 2025
Whether it's nail art, spas, or tattoo parlors, there was plenty to be had when it came to the best services of the Circle City this year.