DC Blox is offering $15M in community investment with eastside data center
The money would be part of a tax incentive package agreement for the data center.
Why Crista Lee Wells is resigning from the City-County Council
The westside Democrat told Mirror Indy she wants to prioritize her family. She’s also moving.
A push to improve Indy’s 911 answering times
The city is hiring staff to meet national standards for emergency call response times.
Nuisance or historic landmark? Former IPS School 18 eyed for demolition
Bates-Hendricks neighbors complain of vandalism at the 125-year-old southside building.
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2026 Election Guide
All the info you need to make informed decisions at the polls. See the guide →
Deadlines
Oct. 5: Register to vote
Oct. 6-Nov. 2: Early voting at the City-County Building
Early voting at the City-County Building starts Oct. 6 and ends at noon Nov. 2. Anyone registered to vote in Marion County can vote at the City-County Building. Bring a valid photo ID with you to vote.
Oct. 22: Request absentee ballot
There are 12 valid reasons to ask for a ballot you can complete at home and drop off or mail in. You can find them listed on the downloadable application form. All absentee ballots have to be submitted by 6 p.m. on Nov. 3.
Oct. 24-Nov. 1: Early voting at eight more vote centers
Eight vote centers across Marion County’s townships are open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, from Oct. 24-Nov. 1. Anyone registered to vote in Marion County can go to any of the sites to vote. Bring a valid photo ID with you to vote.
Nov. 3: Election Day
The polls are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 3. Find one near you.
arts & culture
43 things to do in November in Indianapolis
In this list, you’ll find plenty of plays to see, an LGBTQ+ film festival and classic holiday movie screenings.
Celebrate 75 years of Ray Bradbury’s ‘The Illustrated Man’ on Nov. 10
The common read highlights a book of short stories by the author of “Fahrenheit 451” and “The Martian Chronicles,” and is organized by IU Indianapolis.
Check out 13 free creative writing classes
Learn how to write poetry, creative nonfiction and fiction. The workshops run through April 2027.
6 local choirs looking for new members
Hang out and harmonize with one of these Indy-based singing groups.
There’s tons of events at Spirit & Place. Don’t miss these 7.
Make art with your kids, learn some Naptown history and sing with friends.
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