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Author Archives: Mesgana Waiss
Alma mater: Ball State University
As Mirror Indy’s arts and culture reporter, I write stories and create reels highlighting the innovative and creative projects, performances and events that residents, artists, and organizations are bringing to life across Indianapolis.
I want to champion and affirm the essence of humanity. For two summers, I was an Indianapolis Press Club Foundation fellow, interning at Indiana Landmarks and the Indianapolis Recorder, where I focused on community stories that highlight and celebrate local voices and Black heritage.
Beyond bylines and storytelling, I love to watch playoff basketball, consume fashion content and nurture my knowledge of music history.
I joined Mirror Indy to help restore trust and integrity in journalism and address the local news desert crisis.
Posted inBusiness
Global Gifts to close after nearly 40 years
The nonprofit specializes in fair trade to ensure workers in developing countries are paid fairly and work in safe conditions.
Posted inNeighborhoods
A rare look inside the Rivoli Theatre
Take a quick photo tour of the 99-year-old landmark, which is set to undergo renovations.
Posted inArts & 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.
Posted inArts & Culture
Un DJ de Indy recreó la casita de Bad Bunny para una fiesta de Halloween
La casita formó parte del medio tiempo del Super Bowl LX; una réplica estará expuesta en el Old National Centre el 29 de octubre.
Posted inArts & Culture
An Indy DJ recreated Bad Bunny’s la casita for a Halloween party
The little house was part of the Puerto Rican superstar’s Super Bowl LX halftime performance, a replica will be on display at Old National Centre Oct. 29.
Posted inArts & Culture
Will local online backlash stop the rise of AI flyers?
Some see calling out people as a useful tool. Others prefer drawing the line on where to place blame.
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REVERB: Can’t take the Black church out of rock ‘n’ roll
Arts & culture reporter Mesgana Waiss chatted with the Brothers Footman in the latest episode of GANGGANG music series.
Posted inBusiness
Shop from Black-owned businesses at this free festival
Daptoberfest will feature music, food and art from over 150 Black-owned businesses at Warren Central High School Oct. 24.
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4200Kory gears up for first headline show
The 25-year-old rapper is taking the stage with King Dierre and P.S. Maldonna Oct. 25 at Turntable.
