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 Indianapolis, IN
Joined February 2011
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Carley Lanich@carleylanichOct 1
☀️Good morning to everyone who supports the Indiana Local News Guild!☀️ @Ty_Fenwick did a fabulous job explaining to @IBJnews’ @317lindquist why we’re organizing. Check it out here: ibj.com/articles/workers-uni…

Workers unionize at Mirror Indy and affiliated news organization - Indianapolis Business Journal

Workers at nonprofit news organization Free Press Indiana are seeking management recognition of a newly formed labor union.

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Tony Cook@indystartonyJul 29
We requested records showing who used the city's suites at Gainbridge and Lucas Oil. Now, you can see for yourself who got to attend Pacers, Colts, Fever, WWE, and concerts under Mayor Joe Hogsett. Search the list here: indystar.com/story/news/inve…

Who used city's suites to see Pacers, Colts, Fever, WWE? Search the data

The city has suites at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Lucas Oil Stadium. Here's who attended under Mayor Joe Hogsett.

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Carley Lanich@carleylanichJul 13
I spent an afternoon last week asking kids in Indy what they need from us. The big takeaway? With 'third spaces' like malls & arcades going away, teens really just want safe places to hang out. Here's a look at some of their ideas, via @mirrorindy: mirrorindy.org/indianapolis-…

What kind of spaces do kids and teens really want in Indy?

From live music to sports teams, here’s what kids say is missing.

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Jeffery Tompkins
@JATompkinsJul 6
Indy doesn’t map ongoing development. And our current planning process is hard for many to understand. So we’re changing that. Today, @indyimby soft launches a live map of all rezonings, variances, and approved developments in Indianapolis. This will be followed by a weekly updated newsletter of all new development proposals in the city. indyimby.com
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Niki Kelly@nkellyINJun 12
I really enjoyed this piece from our intern Jack about Indiana’s maternal child health unit that keeps moms and their children together in prison. indianacapitalchronicle.com/…

Toddler, mom living at Indiana Women’s Prison prepare for life on the outside • Indiana Capital...

Ashley Dumas is in the final weeks of a three-year sentence. Her son Jensen has lived with her in the prison's maternal unit his whole life.

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Meet the graduate student nurturing Lawrence's urban forest mirrorindy.org/lawrence-indi… via @mirrorindy

Meet the graduate student working to improve Lawrence’s urban forest

Taylor Stout is a graduate student from Indiana University working to create Lawrence’s first urban forestry master plan.

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FPI News@freepressindJun 11
Are you a journalist who’s passionate about reporting on issues that women and girls are facing in the state of Indiana? Apply to FPI News’ Women & Girls reporter position. We are a new statewide newsroom launching this summer. Deadline to apply July 1: bit.ly/4eHbpzR
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Kaitlin Lange@kaitlin_langeJun 3
Gov. Braun extends gas tax pause: indystar.com/story/news/poli…

Live updates: Gov. Mike Braun extends Indiana gas tax pause

The announcement is expected at 1 p.m.

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Kathryn Casteel@kathryncasteelMay 27
civic engagement ftw mirrorindy.org/indianapolis-…

You just saw an orange ‘PUBLIC HEARING’ sign in your neighborhood. Now what?

Here's a step-by-step guide to help make sense of it and stay informed about development.

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Indiana Pro SPJ@IndianaProSPJApr 18
Indiana Story of the Year: Mr. Clean - Tony Cook, Emily Hopkins, Peter Blanchard and Jordan Smith - The Indianapolis Star @indystar and Mirror Indy @mirrorindy
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Jordan Smith@jordantsmith09Apr 9
BREAKING: We finally know when Indy's downtown Central Library will reopen. But another brief closure looms as crews work to replace a fractured glass panel. indystar.com/story/news/loca…

Indy's Central Library to reopen after 7 weeks, but another closure looms

Indy's largest library has been closed since late February after an interior glass panel shattered. Fixing the damage will entail another closure.

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Mayor Joe Hogsett announced the nine members of the Indianapolis Public Education Corporation this evening: chalkbeat.org/indiana/2026/0…

Here are the 9 people Mayor Joe Hogsett has picked to serve on the city’s new education board

The new Indianapolis Public Education Corporation will change how schools operate in Indianapolis. Members include David Harris, who will serve as the corporation’s board chair, and Edward Rangel,...

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Hello again! It was just over two years ago that we informed @wfyi that we were forming a union w/ @sagaftra. Negotiations have since been very, very slow. That’s right - we’re still bargaining our 1st contract. What’s going on? Over the next few days we'll get you caught up.
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Jordan Smith@jordantsmith09Mar 17
The new Indianapolis council chief of staff claimed a degree years before he had one, including when he applied for a public role and ran for public office. Read IndyStar’s exclusive before councilors vote on whether to hire him tonight: indystar.com/story/news/loca…

New Indy council chief of staff claimed a degree years before he had one

The new Indianapolis city council chief of staff has claimed a bachelor's degree throughout much of his career. He didn't really have one until 2024.

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If you're staying at the #NICAR26 conference hotel, you might be able to see this vacant plot of land a few blocks away. That's the site of Indy's first public burial ground, and it's been through some stuff. Here's the backstory: mirrorindy.org/greenlawn-cem…

The story of Greenlawn Cemetery

Mirror Indy documents some of the history and potential future of Greenlawn Cemetery, four historic cemeteries southwest of downtown Indianapolis.

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Hey #NICAR26: Mirror Indy's support organization, Free Press Indiana, is launching a new statewide reporting team. Which means we are hiring. Hit me up if you want to chat about what it's like to work here! (Text or email me, info in bio) freepressindiana.org/jobs

Jobs | Free Press Indiana

Free Press Indiana is on a mission to provide local news for Indiana that is anchored in and reflective of the needs of the communities they serve.

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Lindsey Erdody@lerdodyMar 5
🚨 Reminder this event is just a few days away! Great opportunity for Indy area women in journalism to network and enjoy an evening of crafts & cocktails. Best part? It's FREE too attend. But please RSVP so we can see who is coming! Link below ⬇️
Lindsey Erdody@lerdodyFeb 24
The next Women+ in Journalism meetup is a relaxing craft night March 9 at 8th Day Distillery. Bring something to work on (or don't — no judgement if crafts aren't for you) and chat with friends. ➡️ It's FREE but RSVP here so we know who's coming: eventbrite.com/e/women-in-jo…
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Jordan Smith@jordantsmith09Feb 24
My attempt to reckon with the current moment in Irvington, a quirky and historic east-side enclave where generations are clashing as a new era begins. indystar.com/story/news/loca…

In Irvington, generations clash as historic community enters new era

As more young families move to Irvington, the neighborhood is grappling with how to embrace new ideas while preserving its historic charm.

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Niki Kelly@nkellyINFeb 11
Do you have questions or concerns about how journalists do their jobs? Want to learn the differences between media outlets? The Indianapolis media market has a new Public Editor. indianacapitalchronicle.com/…

Veteran journalist, communicator named as Indianapolis-area media market critic • Indiana Capital...

The Poynter Institute has hired journalist Tracey Compton as the first-ever Indianapolis Public Editor.

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Tony Cook@indystartonyJan 31
You can read the full story here: indystar.com/story/news/poli…

'The party left me': Longtime Indiana lawmaker is leaving the GOP

Rep. Ed Clere said he won't run for re-election and will campaign for New Albany mayor as an independent.

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