Physician, sheriff vie for competitive northside Senate district
Republican Juanita Albright is facing Democrat Kerry Forestal in the election.
Want an outdoor alcohol area in your neighborhood? Here’s how.
The policy would allow people to take alcohol outside of a business, within certain areas.
State audit dings Pike Township over pay, mileage logs
Trustee Annette Johnson said she’s rectifying the issues.
A playground faces replacement. A nature advocate says keep it.
The $1 million Tarkington Park project is funded by a grant from Lilly Endowment.
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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
This wig artist turns heads, from local actors to celebs
On Indiana stages and Broadway tours, Andrew Elliot helps build characters one wig at a time.
Bringing on the FLAVA!
A look at the evolution of the annual FLAVA FRESH ! art exhibition.
America at 250: The Native Americans forced from Indiana
Native Americans who called Indiana home were forced from the state by settlers and the U.S. government.
Written in the stars: Indy’s mystical scene is growing
From holistic startups to neighborhood psychic gatherings, local astro girlies are offering more than crystals and tarot readings.
50 things to do in October in Indianapolis
Bring in fall with cult classic spooky movies, a memory workshop, dance parties and Halloween festivities.
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