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From Indiana to Haiti: 400 donated desks bring hope to new school
An Indiana school district donated 400 desks and 400 chairs to a new school in Haiti through a partnership with the humanitarian organization Midwest Mission.
Opposing immigration rallies planned for Fishers
Opposing groups in the immigration debate are scheduled to hold rallies on Aug. 1, 2026, in Fishers, Indiana: an event by Save Heritage Indiana and a counterprotest by Fishers Resists.
American Lives Theatre presents ‘Extreme Home Makeover’ satire
American Lives Theatre is presenting "Extreme Home Makeover," a satire about a working-class family caught up in a reality TV home renovation, at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Center.
Meals on Wheels delivers free food to people in recovery
“I was able to maintain my sobriety,” said one Indy resident.
New Harmony Project announces 40th anniversary season, 8 new plays in development
The New Harmony Project (NHP) is unveiling its 40th anniversary season, which includes the third season of New Plays Indy. NHP, which has quickly become Indiana’s destination for the development […]
Applications for 2026 Power Plant Grants to open in August, expands eligibility to artists statewide
Big Car Collaborative is preparing to open applications for the next round of Power Plant Grants (PPG) — and this year, Hoosier artists outside of Indianapolis are eligible. The PPG […]
Nonprofit fights rare childhood condition with ‘Dancing with INAD Stars’
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A local nonprofit dedicated to helping young Hoosiers is hosting Dancing with INAD Stars to fight an ultra-rare childhood condition. INAD Warriors aims to raise awareness about a rare medical condition called infantile neuroaxonal dystrophy, or INAD, that…
Indianapolis launches inaugural Black Wealth Crawl to support local Black-owned businesses
The City of Indianapolis has officially unveiled the inaugural Black Wealth Crawl, a first-of-its-kind retail week aimed at driving foot traffic, consumer spending and long-term economic mobility toward local Black-owned brick-and-mortar enterprises. […]
Firefighter Tim creates sidewalk chalk obstacle course for kids’ workouts
Firefighter Tim and his daughters created a sidewalk chalk obstacle course to provide children with a low-cost way to stay active outdoors.
Colorado man runs across the country for mental health and addiction awareness, stops in Indy
Former world-ranked triathlete Collin Chartier is running a 2,000-mile journey across the United States to raise $100,000 for the Herren Project, a national nonprofit supporting addiction recovery.
Rupal Thanawala earns Sagamore of the Wabash
The Recorder’s own tech editor, Rupal Thanawala, has achieved one of the state’s highest honors, receiving the Sagamore of the Wabash from Gov. Mike Braun on July 23, 2026. Thanawala […]
St. Joseph Historic Neighborhood gives community a chance to meet first responders
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Get an opportunity to connect with first responders in Indianapolis at the St. Joseph Historical Neighborhood National Night Out celebration on Aug. 4. Charlie Wylonis, the vice president of St. Joseph Historic Neighborhood, and Ben Langebartels, also with…