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The Hoosierist: Casinos In Marion County

Ever wondered why Marion County isn't home to a casino? We asked our Hoosierist and he has the answer.
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Artifact: Roasting Jack At Conner Prairie

AS THE DEPRESSION wound down, Eli Lilly hired Zionsville blacksmith Charles Monroe to make a roasting jack for use in the William Conner House at...

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.
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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.
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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.

Ask The Hoosierist: Indy 500 Pace Car Driver

Ever wonder if pace car drivers get any training? Here's what we found out.

Pacers Advance To Eastern Conference Finals

After making quick work of top-seeded Cavs, Indiana advances to Eastern Conference Finals and Tyrese Haliburton continues to shine.
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Speed Read: Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has reopened after an 18-month closure transformed it into an immersive, interactive draw for all ages. It cost $60.5 million to reimagine the aging complex, whose vast and quirky collection of automotive memorabilia includes everything from a fleet of 500-winning cars, to LeRoy Neiman paintings, to a gigantic snail sculpture created for the Indy-centric racing cartoon Turbo.