Republican Juanita Albright is facing Democrat Kerry Forestal in the election.
Author Archives: Peter Blanchard
Alma Mater: Ithaca College
As Mirror Indy's local government reporter, I report on city policies that impact the lives of Indy residents.
Before arriving at Mirror Indy, I wrote about state politics and economic development for the Indianapolis Business Journal, where my work was honored by the Society of Professional Journalists and The Alliance of Area Business Publishers. Prior to moving to Indiana in 2021, I worked for newspapers, online publications and radio stations in upstate New York and my native state of Pennsylvania.
I joined the Mirror Indy team because I believe that local journalism is an essential public service that is vital to a functioning democracy. As local, for-profit newspapers continue to shutter or make cutbacks, non-profit newsrooms can help fill in gaps in coverage, ensuring that communities have access to information that shines a light on the truth and holds public officials accountable.
When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors, playing music and spending time with my wife and our cat at our home in Irvington.
My phone number is 317-605-4836 and my email address is peter.blanchard@mirrorindy.org.
Posted inGovernment
State audit dings Pike Township over pay, mileage logs
Trustee Annette Johnson said she’s rectifying the issues.
Posted inResources
Indy nonprofit focuses on building wealth for Black families
A pilot program led by former Mayor Greg Ballard is teaching families how to invest and save for retirement.
Posted inGovernment
Ruckelshaus, Moorhead focus on taxes, healthcare in swing district
Indiana Senate District 29, which includes parts of the west side, has featured tight races in recent elections.
Posted inGovernment
Township judges slated to appear in forum
Nine small claims court judges are up for reelection. Eight are running unopposed.
Posted inGovernment
Hogsett rode ‘Mr. Clean’ image into office. Did he deliver on ethics promises?
The mayor would not assess his own record. So we did it for him.
Posted inGovernment
GOP Poll: Mears holds edge in Marion County prosecutor’s race
The Democrat faces a challenge from Philip Foust, a Republican and former prosecutor.
Posted inArts & Culture
Indiana Landmarks names next Black history preservationist
André Myers will replace Eunice Trotter, who is stepping down next month.
Posted inGovernment
Here’s when River Road will reopen south of 96th
The northside road was washed out from floodwaters in August.
Posted inArts & Culture
Eunice Trotter to step down as Black history preservationist at Indiana Landmarks
Trotter worries about the future of the program as grant funding is set to expire.
