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Obsessed with Indy, marketing, art, reading, dance parties 💫 She/her. No half steppin' 💃
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Jay Willis
5 months ago
Took a break from the Supreme Court's ongoing horrorshow to focus on what really matters: how funny it is for a federal judge to decide, as a matter of law, that Drake lost the Kendrick Lamar beef
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Federal Judge Declares Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” Too Awesome to Be Defamatory
Apparently, Drake decided that losing in the court of public opinion was not humiliating enough.
https://ballsandstrikes.substack.com/p/federal-judge-declares-kendrick-lamars
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@indypedcrisis.info
hi there! I am looking for the voter guide where you showed the survey responses of candidates and their usage of transit. Is that still available? Thank you!
5 months ago
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Acyn
6 months ago
Frey: And don't just say, this is about thoughts and prayers right now. These kids were literally praying. It was the first week of school. They were in a church.
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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
7 months ago
Fare free transit is an economic, racial, & climate justice issue, and it's high time we invest in public transit as the public good that it is. I'm reintroducing the Freedom to Move Act with
@markey.senate.gov
to close transit equity gaps and make our communities more connected.
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We are lucky to have Emma as our intern at
@greenloopmktg.bsky.social
. And interns are lucky to have Life In Indy to help connect them to opportunities and events. Here's how Emma has used her internship to build a professional network and make meaningful connections.
lifeinindy.com/personal-jou...
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Interns Find Success and Opportunity in Indianapolis - Life In Indy
https://lifeinindy.com/personal-journeys/interns-find-success-and-opportunity-in-indianapolis/
7 months ago
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Excited for
@greenloopmktg.bsky.social
to sponsor Creatives in Color for the third year in a row. This year's line up is so impressive 🎨 📸 🧑🏾💻
indianapolis.aiga.org/creatives-in...
8 months ago
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A "how am I supposed to explain this to my kids?!" moment
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8 months ago
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Pattern's new website is live 🎉 Take a look:
patternindy.com
8 months ago
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Green Loop Marketing
9 months ago
Join us on July 24 as Sarah takes the stage at AMA Indy’s workshop, "How to Thrive at DIY Design (Without Making Your Designer Mad)." 🎟️ Get your tickets here:
tinyurl.com/yck568sb
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NPR
9 months ago
"If it's hot outside for you, it's most likely even hotter for your pet," one expert tells NPR. Here's how to protect your pet outdoors, keep them engaged inside and respond to signs of heat stroke.
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5 tips to keep your pet safe — and comfortable — in extreme heat
"If it's hot outside for you, it's most likely even hotter for your pet," one expert tells NPR. Here's how to protect your pet outdoors, keep them engaged inside and respond to signs of heat stroke.
https://n.pr/4eiYPqc
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Watching a video in public? FaceTiming in public? Go 'head and put on those headphones. Thx so much.
9 months ago
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Emily Hopkins is at #NICAR26
9 months ago
“Roberts, for years, has been trying to convince local and state public officials to listen to her descriptions of what happened while she worked on Hogsett’s first mayoral campaign. She tried again June 9, but again was cut short by another person in power.”
mirrorindy.org/vop-osili-la...
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Council President Osili orders removal of Lauren Roberts she tries to speak
Vop Osili, a Democrat, ordered deputies to remove Roberts from the building.
https://mirrorindy.org/vop-osili-lauren-roberts-city-county-council-indianapolis-joe-hogsett-thomas-cook-fisher-phillips/
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Boomers' relationship with their phones and lack of etiquette is so fascinating and annoying with me.
9 months ago
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William Hazen
9 months ago
The secret is out! The Red Line is now running at 10 minute weekday peak service for the first time since the pandemic! That means shorter wait times, less crowding, and more reliable journeys!
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Rob Peoni
9 months ago
If you're interested in crying happy tears in honor of the Pacers first NBA finals game in 25 years, I suggest reading David Woods's love letter to Indiana basketball:
mirrorindy.org/indianapolis...
via Mirror Indy
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An Indy love letter to basketball as the Pacers head to the Finals
As far as hoops are concerned, all roads lead to Indy.
https://mirrorindy.org/indianapolis-love-letter-basketball-indiana-pacers-nba-finals/
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This is so embarrassing, to our team and the state. Not everyone in Indiana acts and talks like this, and when people (with huge mics literally and figuratively) do, it takes us all many steps back.
www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general...
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Ben Stiller Calls Out Pat McAfee for “Weird” Comments About Him and Timothée Chalamet at Knicks Game
The actor was sitting courtside at the fourth game of the Knicks vs. Pacers playoffs, alongside Chalamet and Spike Lee.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/ben-stiller-calls-out-pat-mcafee-weird-comments-knicks-game-1236232326/
9 months ago
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What being pro-life should actually look like.
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10 months ago
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💭 Which key areas should central Indiana focus on when it comes to strengthening and supporting the creative economy? 💭 Join Pattern, the Central Indiana Regional Development Authority, and creatives region-wide to drive investment in our sector by taking this survey.
creativeeconomy.paperform.co
10 months ago
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Working with people you like is underrated. It really does make your quality of life so much better.
11 months ago
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Safe Streets Indy
11 months ago
"10 kids were struck by vehicles in 30 days. Safety concerns arise ahead of summer" via Indy Star (Jade Jackson)
#SafeStreetsIndy
#IndyPedestrianSafetyCrisis
#VisionZero
#Indianapolis
#HoosierSky
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10 kids were struck by vehicles in 30 days. Safety concerns arise ahead of summer
Summer is just around the corner which means more children being outside. In the last 30 days, 10 kids have been hit by cars in and around Indianapolis.
https://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2025/04/07/indianapolis-safety-concerns10-kids-struck-by-vehicles-in-30-days-safe-streets-indy-before-summer/82738559007/
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I LIVED IT: I commented something on a WTHR post and now other commenters are in my mentions.
12 months ago
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Educators!
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12 months ago
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This is my exact experience. Jesse Eisenberg seems to genuinely be lovely and I'm so sorry I disliked him so long!
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12 months ago
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William Hazen
12 months ago
Have you picked up some swag at the IndyGo Swag Store yet? Pick up some amazing merch that’ll be the envy of all you fellow riders! All proceeds benefit the IndyGo Foundation!
shop.indygofoundation.org
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IndyGo Swag Shop
IndyGo Swag Shop
https://shop.indygofoundation.org
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@lerdody.bsky.social
it was lovely to meet you today, fellow Nuuly fan!
12 months ago
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Brent Toderian
about 1 year ago
“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.”
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Finland ends homelessness and provides shelter for all in need - scoop.me
In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Why? The country applies the "Housing First" concept agains homelessness.
https://thebetter.news/housing-first-finland-homelessness/
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I'm so proud to co-chair the first She Creates Sports Summit with the Indiana Sports Corp. This event brings together creatives in sports to connect, learn, and grow. Peek at the day's programming and grab your 🎟️ here (there's only a few left!)
www.indianasportscorp.org/events/she-c...
about 1 year ago
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This... and yet "unhinged Nicole Kidman" is my fave entertainment genre. It's a cycle.
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about 1 year ago
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Remember
#FollowFriday
in the old days of Tw*tter? Who are some great people I should be following here, regardless of the day of the week 😄 would love to meet other Indy and central Indiana folks especially.
about 1 year ago
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Emily Hopkins is at #NICAR26
about 1 year ago
KIB said it would not receive a $400,000 USDA grant that would support its mission to create green spaces. Indy is waiting to hear about $30.8 million in grants related to the Office of Sustainability, including a project to turn a eastside landfill into a solar farm.
www.ibj.com/articles/tru...
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Keep Indianapolis Beautiful says it won't get $400K grant due to federal spending cuts - Indianapolis Business Journal
The Trump administration's overhaul of federal spending has put at least one local green program on the chopping block, while several others remain in limbo.
https://www.ibj.com/articles/trump-cuts-result-in-indy-environmental-nonprofit-losing-federal-grant-related-funding-for-city-office-remains-in-flux?utm_source=delivra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Breaking%20News%20-%202025-02-26%20093046&utm_id=47332498
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Wildstyle
about 1 year ago
OP-ED The Mind Trust Exploits Black & Brown Students in Indy Education Fight
www.blackindylive.com/the-mind-tru...
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'The Mind Trust' exploits Black & Brown students in Indianapolis Education Fight. - Black Indy Live
IPS is under attack! Wildstyle Paschall exposes the truth about SB518 and Indy’s charter school crisis.
https://www.blackindylive.com/the-mind-trust-exploits-black-students-in-indianapolis-education-fight/
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still googling this as a whole ass adult woman who has had a bank account for 25 years
about 1 year ago
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William Hazen
about 1 year ago
Today is Transit Equity Day, and IndyGo is celebrating with fare free service all day sponsored by the IndyGo Foundation! We’re also celebrating the 119 nonprofits who received bus pass grants this year to ensure equitable access to mobility in Indianapolis:
www.indygo.net/indygo-found...
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I set up my new monitor without even opening the instructions. Women in stem!
about 1 year ago
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Emily Hopkins is at #NICAR26
about 1 year ago
"I also want to see the intersection improved now because we can't wait another five years."
www.wthr.com/article/news...
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Community group works to improve pedestrian, cyclist safety on Indy's north side
A draft of an action plan from the city's Vision Zero Task Force is expected to be released this year.
https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/community-group-works-to-improve-pedestrian-cyclist-safety-on-indys-north-side-curbs-rumble-strips-bollards/531-ccc02b4f-7522-45ed-b8c1-801d04e5e1b1
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The IndyGo Foundation is hiring a Director of Development and Comms! Strong team making meaningful impact in a better Indy 🚍 70-95k with benefits
www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/41...
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IndyGo Foundation hiring Director of Development And Communications in Indianapolis, IN | LinkedIn
Posted 10:20:53 PM. Job SummaryThe Director of Development & Communication will lead the growing organization’s…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4137617797
about 1 year ago
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This is truly incredible.
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about 1 year ago
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@jordanryan.bsky.social
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about 1 year ago
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about 1 year ago
In recognition of Transit Equity Day, IndyGo will offer free rides on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025.
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IndyGo to offer free rides on Transit Equity Day
Transit Equity Day was created in 2021 to honor civil rights leader Rosa Parks.
https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/indygo-to-offer-free-rides-on-transit-equity-day-rosa-parks-grants/531-835ca8d9-0031-477b-9cdb-30594cd86fec
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Julie
about 1 year ago
I know everyone's really focused on DC, but a bill in Indiana to end no-fault divorce will lead to more domestic violence and financial abuse.
#Hoosiersky
www.wthr.com/article/news...
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Bill would end 'no-fault' divorce for some Indiana couples
The bill would require a witness or the couple to convince the judge of the "irretrievable breakdown" of the marriage, if the couple has children together.
https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/bill-would-end-no-fault-divorce-for-some-indiana-couples-domestic-violence-prevention-network-abuse-children-child-marriage-split-timothy-wesco/531-753b25ad-2025-41ac-b757-bd8c477e16d0
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Mike X. Nichols
about 1 year ago
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about 1 year ago
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"It takes a lot of courage for women to come forward in these cases... In doing so, the victim is setting an example for all women who deserve to live and work in Indy without the threat of sexual violence." Thank goodness for Ryan Mears' team. My goodness this is awful.
www.espn.com/wnba/story/_...
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Man arrested, charged with stalking Fever's Clark
A Texas man was arrested on a felony stalking charge in Indianapolis after allegedly sending threats and sexually violent messages to WNBA star Caitlin Clark via X.
https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/43397933/texas-man-arrested-charged-stalking-fever-caitlin-clark
about 1 year ago
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She's here! Download our 2025 trends report:
bit.ly/427e80Z
My colleagues at
@greenloopmktg.bsky.social
work so very hard on this each year and I'm very proud to share it with the world 💫
about 1 year ago
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Cross-laminated Tinder
about 1 year ago
this gives the game away. the deal with charters was "you get to do your own thing but you have to do it with your own money." now they want all the money but none of the oversight. launch this nonsense into the sun, these people don't care about kids.
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I love my neighborhood ❤️ thank you Mirror Indy for spotlighting Mr. Hamilton!
mirrorindy.org/clayton-hami...
@emilyhopkins.bsky.social
@oseyeb.bsky.social
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30 years later, Clayton Hamilton is still painting out loud
If you’ve driven north on College Avenue at 38th Street, you’ve likely seen his artwork on the retaining wall.
https://mirrorindy.org/clayton-hamiltom-artist-painting-out-lout-college-avenue-38th-st-indianapolis/
about 1 year ago
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Emily Hopkins is at #NICAR26
about 1 year ago
Joslyn Cunningham felt alone during the birth of her twin daughters. So she became a doula to help others feel supported during childbirth. Read Cunningham’s story and learn about the impact of doulas here. 🔐 No paywall
mirrorindy.org/indianapolis...
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Indy mom becomes doula to help others through childbirth
Doulas are associated with shorter labor times and fewer cesarean births.
https://mirrorindy.org/indianapolis-doulas-childbirth-joslyn-cunningham-indiana-maternal-mortality/
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Ashley C. Ford
about 1 year ago
I just don’t understand how or why some parents are shocked their adult children don’t treat them like friends after spending eighteen years assuring them that you have no interest in being their friend.
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all good here thank u
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