Circle City 

AMA: Matt Gillen, St. Elmo’s bartender

You might say he’s Indy's ambassador. For 16 years, the Broad Ripple resident has been a barkeep at St. Elmo Steak house, serving legions of visitors from, well, everywhere. Now he shares his perspective from behind the bar.
a school

Back Story: Francis W. Parker School 56

Slated for demolition in 2023, this Eastside IPS building was saved after Indiana Landmarks championed its historical significance.
image drawn by Jingo de la Rosa

Speed Read: Bluegrass Festival

Bill Monroe’s Music Park & Campground in Brown County hosts the 60th edition of Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass Festival, considered the ultimate venue for live performances of the country music style, June 11–14. But how did this show, far from Appalachia where bluegrass originated, become legendary? And more importantly, how can you get the most out of the multiday extravaganza?

June 2025 Best Bets

From a food heritage festival, a must see Broadway musical, or PopCon, there's plenty to do in Indianapolis this June.

Flex: The City League And Queens Of The Court

The City League and Queens of the Court gear up for another summer season when everyone’s a winner.

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Entertainment 

AMA: Matt Gillen, St. Elmo’s bartender

You might say he’s Indy's ambassador. For 16 years, the Broad Ripple resident has been a barkeep at St. Elmo Steak house, serving legions of visitors from, well, everywhere. Now he shares his perspective from behind the bar.

Photo Gallery: 2025 AES 500 Festival Parade

With another Indy 500 in the books, our photographer Tony Valainis was on hand to take in the AES 500 Festival Parade last week.
Wife Patrol poses for a photo

Survive The Apocalypse With Local Band Wife Patrol

Local band Wife Patrol’s latest album is a delightful dive into existential dread and musings on the end of the world.

June 2025 Best Bets

From a food heritage festival, a must see Broadway musical, or PopCon, there's plenty to do in Indianapolis this June.

Flex: The City League And Queens Of The Court

The City League and Queens of the Court gear up for another summer season when everyone’s a winner.

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The Naysayer

Naysayer: Prepping For The Golf Season

Just a push, slice, and a pull from having a great game.
George Padgen coaches on the sideline

Naysayer: George Padjen Exits Indy Ignite

Former Ignite head coach George Padjen dishes on season.

Naysayer: The Other Side Of NIL

Former IU-Indy forward Faith Stinson says don’t fear the portal.
Caitie Baird serves the ball

Indy Ignite Welcomes Hoosier Native Caitie Baird To Its Roster

FOR THE FIRST TIME since her high school days at Perry Meridian, Caitie Baird, newly...
Matt Painter stands on the sidelines

Naysayer: Overachieving Season For Rebuilding Purdue

Because of these three catalysts, the Boilers had sweet and nearly great season.