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Author Archives: Sophie Young
Alma Mater: Kent State University
As Mirror Indy’s service reporter, my goal is to serve the Indianapolis community by sharing resources that make life a little easier. 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 inArts & Culture
Juneteenth across generations: How 3 Black community members in Indy celebrateÂ
Jamaal Nelson, Sibeko Jywanza and Keesha Dixon share what Juneteenth means to them.
Posted inArts & Culture
We asked for your best dad-vice, and you delivered
How to eat an elephant, pack a U-Haul trailer and more life lessons shared by Mirror Indy’s readers and staff.
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Free event will match volunteers to local nonprofits
Connect with more than 100 organizations at Leadership Indy’s Get on Board event June 25.
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Becoming a U.S. citizen: Resources to help in Indianapolis
Mirror Indy spoke with the Immigrant Welcome Center to outline the steps to citizenship and answer common questions.
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New Neon Black festival celebrates Black dancers in Indianapolis
Experience Reggaeton, hip hop, contemporary, West African and Latin dance June 8 and 9.
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Central Library will close public computer lab June 1
The public will lose access to about 20 computers on the library’s first floor, which will be converted to offices.
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5 ways to get the freshest veggies this summer in Indy
Local farms and growers offer subscription boxes, raised beds, recipes and more.
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Indiana Primary Election 2024: Everything you need to know
How to find your polling place, what to bring, who’s on the ballot and where to report concerns, all in Mirror Indy’s essential guide.
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There’s an art to making a genuine apology
A pastor, a crisis communications expert, a therapist and two kindergarten teachers share their advice for saying you’re sorry.