The Brightwood Forest Manor Community Center hosted a lock in for teens to promote youth violence prevention.
Author Archives: Darian Benson
Darian Benson is an Indianapolis native and spent the past few years covering local government and regional health at WFYI. There she reported on the intersections of policy and health with a focus on substance use and maternal health.
Her work has aired nationally on NPR and Here & Now and has appeared in KFF Health News.
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CAFE to host mental health event for Black men
The goal is to break the stigma around mental health among Black men.
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Get help with federal services at Martindale Brightwood CDC
Staff from U.S. Rep. André Carson’s office will be available from 1-3 p.m. March 25.
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Far eastside job fair: Connect with local employers and resources
Attendees can also learn about expungement services and register to vote.
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Indianapolis NAACP reverses stance on Metrobloks data center
The civil rights group issued a letter on March 9 that it stands with community members who oppose the project.
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Martindale Brightwood library to host free composting class
A free gardening workshop March 18 will focus on composting with worms.
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Women can get a free health screening at far east side health fair
CAFE will host a women’s health fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 14.
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Hogsett’s economic development org supports Metrobloks data center
The mayor chairs the board of the organization backing a proposed data center in Martindale Brightwood.
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John Boner Neighborhood Centers to host a free wellness fair
The event from 5-7 p.m. March 5 will focus on fun ways to nurture the body and mind.
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How youth are improving quality of life in Martindale Brightwood
Kids and teens are leading efforts to get more young people involved with community improvement projects.