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• Hoosiers Celebrate 250 Years of Freedom

  02-07-2026 07:11 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Downtown Indy’s Fourth Fest presented by UA Local 440 returns featuring a street festival and 20-minute fireworks show on Saturday, July 4. The street festival, presented by Indiana Donor Network and Donate Life Indiana, begins at 6 pm with food trucks, ice cream stands, beverages, and a Kids Zone on St Clair Street and American Legion Mall, 700 N. Pennsylvania St. St. Clair St. to North St. between Meridian and Pennsylvania Sts.Downtown Indy, Inc.’s festival sta
  
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• Construction to begin on E. Washington Eastbound

  02-07-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — East Washington Street will be closed to eastbound traffic between Emerson and Ritter avenues for storm sewer construction soon according to IndyGo. Westbound access will be maintained in a single lane during construction. Construction is expected to last approximately 160 days, weather permitting — around the first week in December.IndyGo suggests motorists use South Emerson to English Ave. to Arlington Ave. as a detour. Please avoid using the small, residential stree
  
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• Black Photography Exhibition at Central Library through August 1

  02-07-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Central Library will host the 6th Annual Black Photography Exhibition, presented by We Are Indy Arts, an organization that provides support, equity, networking opportunities, and resources for African American artists in Indianapolis.The exhibition will be on display from July 1 through August 1. A public reception will be held on July 7 in the Simon Reading Room from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m., offering visitors an opportunity to view the artwork and connect with participating artis
  
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• 9th Annual Indy Shorts Film Festival July 21-26

  02-07-2026 07:10 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Tickets are now available for Indy Shorts, which runs from July 21 through 26, with indoor, outdoor and virtual screening options. The festival theme, “Shorts & Sweets,” encourages attendees to unwrap the 260+ fun-sized films over the six-day festival.This year’s lineup features 266 short films, including 36 World Premieres and 32 U.S. Premieres, starring many notable names, such as Andy Serkis, Cameron Monaghan, Djimon Hounsou and Janeane Garofalo. Ind
  
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• Urban Pioneer Receives Indiana Landmarks Prize for Leadership

  02-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis community activist and urban pioneer Marjorie Kienle has been selected to receive Indiana Landmarks’ 2026 Williamson Prize for outstanding leadership in historic preservation, recognizing her more than 50 years championing the city’s historic architecture.Few people understand just how far downtown Indianapolis has come over the last five decades more than Marjorie Kienle. Kienle not only experienced the remake of Indianapolis’ downtown, but sh
  
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• Preparing Your Kids for a Healthy School Year

  02-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  Indianapolis has numerous activities to enjoy throughout July and August, many of which are free: art fairs, picnics, barbecues, outdoor concerts, bike rides, canal walks and so much more. Being outside — especially if you are getting exercise — is good for you and your children. While you are enjoying the fresh air and sunshine, take the time to consider other simple steps you can take to ensure your kids are healthy and ready for the school year. This includes scheduling health vis
  
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• Friendly Visitor Program Pilot Program Begins

  02-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana (MOWCI) and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield have announced a pilot program to address social isolation, one of the most pressing challenges facing older adults.Through the Friendly Visitor program, MOWCI volunteers connect with Anthem members through regular phone calls and in-person visits, offering companionship, conversation, and consistent check-ins that support overall well-being. Early implementation will focus on serving dozens of
  
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• Exercise Caution in the Heat

  02-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — Heat waves can be deadly. Anyone who must work or spend time outside during is advised to drink plenty of water and take frequent breaks in the shade. Older adults and the very young are at a higher risk for heat-related illness.When the humidity is high, sweat does not evaporate as quickly which prevents the body from releasing heat as fast as it may need to. Virginia A. Caine, M.D., director and chief medical officer of the Marion County Public Health Department noted, &ld
  
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• DC BLOX Announces Community Protection Pledge

  02-07-2026 07:09 via weeklyview.net
  INDIANAPOLIS — DC BLOX, a leading provider of connected data center and fiber network solutions across the United States, recently announced its formal Community Protection Pledge for its upcoming Indianapolis development. The pledge (below) outlines a rigorous series of sustainability, environmental, and civic commitments designed to ensure the project benefits the local neighborhood, protects natural resources, and directly supports the Warren Township community.Formulated in partnership
  
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