Mesgana Waiss

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Alma mater: Ball State University

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.

Arts & Culture

Rico Nasty to headline Indy hip-hop festival

by Mesgana Waiss May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

The Chreece hip-hop festival will celebrate 11 years with performances from over 70 local and regional artists Aug. 29.

Arts & Culture

The young designer who makes some of Indy’s most stylish prom dresses

by Mesgana Waiss May 8, 2026May 8, 2026

Mondriana Brown couldn’t go to prom because of COVID. Now, she works to make the day extra special for other teens.

Arts & Culture

40 things to do in May in Indianapolis

by Mesgana Waiss April 28, 2026April 28, 2026

Try tile painting for Cinco de Mayo, a construction-themed outdoor party, tons of festivals and classical music.

"NBA Indy Fever's Culture Journal" by Christina Hollering, 2024.

Arts & Culture

Design a mural for Indiana Fever’s new sports performance center

by Mesgana Waiss April 28, 2026April 28, 2026

You can submit an application until July 5. The mural would be completed in 2027.

Resources

Indy library resumes Wi-Fi hotspot program

by Mesgana Waiss April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

The program was suspended in December due to federal budget cuts. Now it’s in eight locations.

Resources

Earth Day 2026: 10 headlines to check out

by Mesgana Waiss April 20, 2026April 20, 2026

Here’s what we’ve learned about data centers, curbside recycling, thrift stores, a 450-year-old tree and places to get fresh veggies.

Arts & Culture

5 things to do at Indy’s new contemporary art museum

by Mesgana Waiss April 17, 2026April 21, 2026

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.