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Author Archives: Sophie Young
Alma Mater: Kent State University
As Mirror Indy's service reporter, I share resources that make your daily life easier and more affordable. I love to explain how things work in our city and to make sure you can get access to helpful services.
I also write our daily newsletter, In the Mirror, which is a mix of news, community events, and arts and culture.
I joined Mirror Indy because I believe in the mission of community-based journalism wholeheartedly. When I’m not working, I love to take walks, read and try new recipes and restaurants.
I graduated from Kent State in 2023 with my journalism degree. Before coming to Indianapolis, I had internships at The New York Times through the Dow Jones News Fund and Dayton Daily News.
Posted inGovernment
Where to grab a copy of Mirror Indy’s 2026 election zine
Learn how voting works, what your rights are and what candidates really do.
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What you need to know to vote in Indiana’s 2026 General Election
Check your voter registration, find a polling place and learn the ID rules.
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Ready to vote in the 2026 General Election? Bring this kind of ID.
What your photo ID must have, how to get a free ID and how to vote if you forget it at home.
Posted inArts & Culture
We’re hosting our first-ever Arc Fest. Here are 5 reasons to go.
The free, all-ages live journalism and storytelling event will take place Oct. 3 at IU Indianapolis.
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How a library card unlocks free resources
During Library Card Days Sept 26-28, have fun, sign up for a library card and eat cookies.
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Get paid to work the polls in the 2026 general election
In Marion County, poll workers can make up to $240 a day to help voters and run voting centers.
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Five days in Gambo: A Hoosier’s journal takes us inside 9/11 history
Her plane made an emergency landing when American airspace closed, and Canadians took her in.
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25 Indianapolis fall festivals to fill your calendar
Sip beer at four Oktoberfests, listen to five days of jazz and pick from eight events on one day.
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Instead of throwing out your clothes, furniture or bikes, donate to these local nonprofits
These Indianapolis organizations accept donations and use them to serve your neighbors.
