Meet the Democrats running for Marion County sheriff
Kelvis Williams and Gregory Patrick talk about transparency and improving the jail.
It’s like speed dating, but for meeting your neighbors
At a pub in Little Flower, residents used bingo boards to make new friends.
Lawrence mayor talks public safety, city finances and health initiatives
Mayor Deb Whitifield presented Lawrence’s State of the City Address on April 16.
What I learned at poll worker training
Bring your own snacks on Election Day, be nice even when you’re tired — and setting up the voting machine is the hardest part.
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2026 Election Guide
All the info you need to make informed decisions at the polls. See the guide →
Deadlines
April 6: Register to vote
April 7-May 4: Early voting at the City-County Building
Early voting at the City-County Building starts April 7 and ends at noon May 4. Anyone registered to vote in Marion County can vote at the City-County Building. Bring a valid photo ID with you to vote.
April 23: 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 May 5.
Get the full guide: How to vote absentee
April 25-May 4: 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 April 25-May 3. 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.
May 5: Primary election day
The polls are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 5. Find one near you.
arts & culture
5 things to do at Indy’s new contemporary art museum
Play around in an experimental art office, listen to the sounds of buildings and check out a live outdoor concert during CAMi’s opening party May 1-3.
‘How to Write a Poem’ by Sam Ferrante
A poem to celebrate Poetry Month in Indianapolis.
This art exhibit takes climate change seriously
Two artists join forces for “Respect Your Mother,” an Earth Day exhibit opening April 17 at Patina Gallery.
Celebrate Arab American Heritage at this festival
The April 18 event will feature food, an art exhibit, a cultural folk line dance and poetry.
Día del Niño to support childhood literacy April 25
Las familias podrán participar en manualidades, juegos y actividades en el evento que se celebrará el 25 de abril en la Biblioteca Pública de West Perry.
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