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Community seeks answers ahead of planned DC BLOX data center
East Side Community Action organized a Q&A on Sunday evening so people could get answers ahead of upcoming city meetings regarding data centers.

Rally sends message of resilience after potential hate crime in Zionsville
ZIONSVILLE, Ind. — The central Indiana Jewish community is taking a stand against a potential hate crime in Zionsville. Sunday, the sky above Main Street was filled with both Israeli and U.S. flags during a peaceful rally. “We will stand up,” attendees chanted. Jewish community…
'We're not going anywhere' | Neighbors on Indy's east side rally against DC Blox data center
The group "Eastside Community Action" rallied for signatures against a proposed DC Blox data center in Irvington at the Irvington Farmers Market on Sunday.
Making a difference: Fathers and Families Center helps 27,000 fathers in Indiana
The Fathers and Families Center in central Indiana has supported over 27,000 fathers over 33 years, providing resources and support to lower-income and formerly incarcerated men to equip them and empower their families.
Great Day TV: The importance of getting hearing screenings
Hear Indiana, a longtime advocate and resource for children with hearing loss, has expanded its services to include adults, and offers a variety of services such as audiology, speech and language therapy, school support, advocacy, and a summer camp for children.
Ballplayers, volunteers pack hygiene kits for Marion County students in need | Inspiring Indiana
Studies show 1 in 5 students in low-income homes don't have consistent access to hygiene products, which can impact their school performance.
Black Festival of Joy begins new health, voting initiatives
INDIANAPOLIS — The Black Festival of Joy is set to return for its 5th year on Saturday to Riverside Park with live music, free activations, and two new initiatives. The new programming includes Health as Joy which is a wellness experience featuring health organizations providing…
Faith and politics intersect in message from U.S. senator and pastor as Summer Celebration kicks off
From the altar at Grace Apostolic Church Thursday night, Warnock wore two hats interchangeably during his remarks at the start of IBE's annual event.

Shop for free suits for your job interview
In Pursuit Of gives free business clothes to men who are veterans, unhoused or have a low income.
Indiana Black Expo announces 2026 honorees, Summer Celebration event lineup
The Summer Celebration will take place from July 8-19, while the 2026 Pacers Sports & Entertainment Corporate Luncheon will happen July 17.
Indiana librarians receiving mental health training to better help visitors
Molina Healthcare grant supports new initiative to train frontline library staff.

At Mother Loves Garden, kids get paid to grow
Summer campers earned money while learning to plant and tend to their own food. An after-school program starts July 27.