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Whalen’s Heroes
By Todd Travis Inspiration to help A single moment can begin a domino effect that creates lasting change. For Dawn Whalen, founder of Whalen’s Heroes, that moment came in May of this year while she […]
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Indy South Greenwood Airport named Airport of the Year
The City of Greenwood has announced that Indy South Greenwood Airport has been named the 2022 Airport of the Year by Aviation Indiana. The honor recognizes outstanding efforts in economic development, aviation education, community outreach, […]
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Chin Community attains first elected official in the state of Indiana
By Todd Travis Over the last 20 years, the Chin-Burmese community has grown from a handful of residents to close to 30,000 residents today. They have steadily worked to make the Southside of Indianapolis a […]
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Southside high schools place in annual state finals marching band competition
The 49th Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) State Finals for High School Marching Bands were held Saturday, Nov. 5, in Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis. Center Grove High School placed 10th in the Class A […]
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Southside construction update
Compiled by Nancy Hammerstrom *I-69 Indianapolis Southport Road traffic will shift onto the new bridge over future I-69. The southbound S.R. 37 exit ramp to Southport Road will also open. The existing S.R. 37 traffic signal […]
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Franciscan Health study connects herbicide exposure to infant health risks
Does exposure to glyphosate – a commonly used pesticide used to kill weeds – affect the health and development of fetuses and newborns? A recent study appearing in the scientific journal Environmental Health reveals that exposure to […]
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Veteran-founded Southport Flag Project continues its mission for 20th consecutive year
By Todd Travis A Patriotic vision The Southport Flag Project was started by George Julius, a war veteran serving on the Southport City Council at the time. The idea came from the town of Wanamaker […]
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Seven-year-old type I diabetic in need of ‘alert dog’
Kyzr Emerson, 7-year-old grandson of Jeff Emerson is a type I diabetic. He is the son of Dylan and Brook Emerson. His family is trying to raise $18,500 to purchase a diabetic alert dog that […]
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‘You must be present to win’
By Howard Hubler As I spend time in Florida, I watch my hometown church online rather than sampling a local church to attend. Perhaps this is my loss. This is becoming a major issue in […]
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How can your neighborhood association benefit you?
By Todd Travis A City of Neighborhoods “We often say that Indianapolis is a city of neighborhoods,” says Linda Adams, Community Wellness coordinator, Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service. “In Indianapolis, the neighborhoods are really important […]