🌱 Indianapolis Patch: What You Need To Know Today (Wed, Jan 25)

Hello, everybody! I'm back with your new copy of the Indianapolis Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Today we have these stories and more...

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But first, today's weather:

Snow and rain, 2-4 in. High: 37 Low: 30.

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Here are the top stories in Indianapolis today:

1. Mind Trust secures $6.8M in grants from three local philanthropies (Indianapolis Business Journal)
2. Indiana winter weather live: Indianapolis forecast, updates, snow total (IndyStar)
3. Winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000 sold in Indiana (FOX 59 Indianapolis)
4. Center Grove thumps Greenwood in punishing decision 48-22 (IndyStar)
5. Complete command: Speedway dominates Lutheran in convincing showing 51-25 (IndyStar)
6. New Palestine spoils Greensburg's hopes in extra session 67-59 (IndyStar)
7. George Washington defeats KIPP Indy Legacy in lopsided affair 55-17 (IndyStar)
8. Christel House at Manual collects victory over Riverside 34-20 (IndyStar)
9. United Way of Central Indiana seeks volunteers for day of community service (Hamilton County Reporter)
10. Fifty. Freaking. Cent. A Week. (NUVO)
11. Cummins partners with Indy high school for diesel mechanic training (The Republic)
12. Adam Goldstein, Indiana Capital Chronicle (Indianapolis Business Journal)
13. School closings in Marion County for Wednesday, Jan. 25 (IndyStar)
14. Lilly to invest another $450M in North Carolina factory (Inside INdiana Business)
15. Real estate brokerage makes Indianapolis its HQ city (Inside INdiana Business)
16. Indiana lawmakers consider tougher penalties for some data breaches (FOX 59 Indianapolis)
17. Silver Alert issued in search baby missing from Indianapolis (WTHR)
18. 45 years later: Blizzard of '78 (WISH TV Indianapolis, IN)
19. Weather Notice (University of Indianapolis)
20. National Weather Service pushes to provide more information in Spanish (WISH TV Indianapolis, IN)
21. Hundreds of anti-abortion advocates march in Indianapolis (WDRB)
22. CRIME MAPPING: What parts of Indianapolis saw the most homicides in 2022 (FOX 59 Indianapolis)
23. IMPD credits technology in quick arrest following deadly downtown stabbing (FOX 59 Indianapolis)
24. 1 dead after small plane crashes on south side of Indianapolis (WTHR)
25. Here's what Indy Snow Force will and won't do when it snows (WTHR)
26. Meals on Wheels pausing deliveries during winter storm (WTHR)
27. Indianapolis Public Library board holds first meeting of 2023 (Indianapolis Recorder)
28. Global Motivations: A Global Voice With Influence and Diplomacy (Indianapolis Recorder)
29. Court docs: Hamilton County deputy prosecutor allegedly paid woman for sex (FOX 59 Indianapolis)
30. Criminal recklessness conviction upheld despite constitutional violations (Indiana Lawyer)

Today in Indianapolis:

From my notebook:

• IndyStar: "Wednesday marks the 45th anniversary of the legendary Blizzard of '78, #Indiana's worst blizzard on record. #Indianapolis saw more than 15 inches of snow, while wind-chill temperatures dipped to minus 51. Tap the link in bio to read m..." (IndyStar via Instagram)
• Indianapolis Fire Department: "1:00 PM - Today, members of the #IFD Fire and Life Safety Division teamed up with firefighters from Station 12 and Investigators from the IFD Investigations Section and conducted a smoke alarm installation blitz in the area of 61st and M..." (Indianapolis Fire Department via Facebook)
• Indianapolis Zoo: "Due to the expected inclement weather, the Zoo will open Wednesday, Jan. 25, on a 2-hr delay. Join us at 11am to visit our amazing wintertime animals!" (Indianapolis Zoo via Instagram)
• Indianapolis Zoo: "Due to the expected inclement weather, the Zoo will open Wednesday, Jan. 25, on a 2-hr delay. Join us at 11am to visit our amazing wintertime animals!" (Indianapolis Zoo via Facebook)
• Indianapolis Zoo: "*UPDATE: due to the inclement weather and road conditions the Zoo will be closed to the public today. Our animals will stay safe & warm indoors and we hope you do the same!" (Indianapolis Zoo via Facebook)
• IndyStar: "One person has died in small plane crash south of downtown Indianapolis. The plane crash, which happened about 3:45 p.m. Tuesday along railroad tracks the 4100 block of Weaver Avenue, is in a residential area near the University of Indi..." (IndyStar via Instagram)
• Indianapolis Indians: "Scott Rolen: Reppin’ the Hoosier State in the @baseballhall." (Indianapolis Indians via Instagram)
• Indianapolis Animal Care Services: "✨The shelter is full and we need your help!✨ The four dogs photographed are likely dog friendly! Here’s a little more about them: Ginny: She loves playing with her neighbors through the fence. She was in a playgroup at the shelter and wa..." (Indianapolis Animal Care Services via Facebook)
• IndyStar: "State lawmakers have proposed more than a dozen gun bills this year that could change the way Hoosiers purchase, handle and sell firearms. Some include tax credits for buying gun safes. Other proposed 2023 legislation would allow retir..." (IndyStar via Instagram)
• Indianapolis Motor Speedway: "Who's ready for this weekend's #Rolex24? Then, who's ready to see IMSA return to #IMS for the first time in nearly 10 years? This September, the waiting ends. Be sure to get your tickets today, as savings will EXPIRE Feb. 1! 🎟 >>> https..." (Indianapolis Motor Speedway via Facebook)
• Indianapolis Animal Care Services: "✨The shelter is full and we need your help!✨ The four dogs photographed are likely dog friendly! Here’s a little more about them: Rachel: She was found as a stray with another dog and really could use some TLC. Meeker: She has previously..." (Indianapolis Animal Care Services via Facebook)
• Indianapolis Zoo: "*UPDATE: due to the inclement weather and road conditions the Zoo will be closed to the public today. Our animals will stay safe & warm indoors and we hope you do the same!" (Indianapolis Zoo via Instagram)
• Indianapolis Animal Care Services: "**OFF-SITE** Bub has been with us for several months now, and we haven't had a single email or adoption application on him in ages. He stayed with a volunteer for a few days while his foster was out of town, and she said he was a perfect..." (Indianapolis Animal Care Services via Facebook)
• The Children's Museum of Indianapolis: "The museum is OPEN today 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Finish up that e-learning and come play with us! For the quickest entry, please buy tickets online in advance and head straight to the entry gate. https://www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/buy-tickets" (The Children's Museum of Indianapolis via Facebook)
• Indianapolis Animal Care Services: "Recently we got the opportunity to perform DNA tests on some dogs at the shelter and some of our staff's personal dogs! With these results we learned a lot! We want to share what we learned with our community but also play a fun game. In..." (Indianapolis Animal Care Services via Facebook)
• Children's Museum Indianapolis: "The museum is OPEN today 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Finish up that e-learning and come play with us! For the quickest entry, please buy tickets online in advance and head straight to the entry gate. #atTCM #SnowDay #elearning #elearningday" (Children's Museum Indianapolis via Instagram)
• The Children's Museum of Indianapolis: "See all of that snow in your yard!? Bring some indoors, for snow day science by making a snow version of OOBLECK! You'll need: ❄️ Snow 🌽 Cornstarch 🥣 Big Bowl 🥄 Spatula or spoon Details and instructions: https://bit.ly/3shTMP8" (The Children's Museum of Indianapolis via Facebook)
• Newfields: "The safety of our guests, members, and staff is the number one priority at Newfields. Due to inclement winter weather, the entire Newfields campus, including THE LUME Indianapolis, will be closed on Wednesday, 1/25. All ticket holders ..." (Newfields via Instagram)
• Indianapolis International Airport: "What a breathtaking view on this #TowerTuesday! 💜 🧡 📸: Instagram user - dronieabve" (Indianapolis International Airport via Facebook)
• The Children's Museum of Indianapolis: "We hear all the excitement! We know you all can't wait to visit Dinosaur Train: The Traveling Exhibit opening this Saturday, Jan. 28! To ensure you have the best experience, we strongly suggest purchasing your tickets or membership in ad..." (The Children's Museum of Indianapolis via Facebook)
• Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Ziva was LOST on January 24, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN 46226 near Richard / 50th St Message from Owner: Please help us find her . She’s young and doesn’t like cold at all . Description: Black , brown , young , long..." (Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 21, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN 46221 near Mooresville Rd and Collier St Description: Fluffy gray and white Do you have information? Contact finder here: https://www...." (Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 23, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN 46222 near Holt Road and Michigan Avenue Message from Finder: Someone is definitely missing this little guy. He is housebroken, very s..." (Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Leo was LOST on January 24, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN 46225 near Madison & Troy Message from Owner: Its 2 dogs Leo and Christian they’re apart of my family and we’re missing them Description: For more info or to co..." (Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Rowdy was LOST on January 21, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN 46241 near Denison caven Message from Owner: Please help me find him this my best friend Description: He's dark grey and he has white on his chest and stomach..." (Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• The Children's Museum of Indianapolis: "🎶Under the sea🎶 Wander around Captain Kidd’s Shipwreck! Pore over old maps, excavate an underwater site, and look for clues. Could the ship belong to the notorious pirate, Captain William Kidd? Strap on a scuba tank and have a blast! h..." (The Children's Museum of Indianapolis via Facebook)
• Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 24, 2023 in Indianapolis, IN 46201 near Euclid and Washington Description: Do you have information? Contact finder here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/8717182 Lost or..." (Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Indianapolis Indians: "Scott Rolen will be representing Indiana in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.✊ Before his Hall of Fame-worthy major league career, Rolen was just a kid in Jasper, Ind. with an impressive bat and quick feet in the hot corner." (Indianapolis Indians via Facebook)
• Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Jiren was LOST on January 19, 2023 in Indianápolis, IN 46204 near Indianapolis Message from Dueño: Por favor ayúdanos a encontrar a nuestro Jiren, él es más que una mascota en nuestra familia, es un miembro más, l..." (Indianapolis, Indiana - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Newfields: "The safety of our guests, members, and staff is the number one priority at Newfields. Due to inclement winter weather, the entire Newfields campus, including THE LUME Indianapolis, will be closed on Wednesday, 1/25. All ticket holders fo..." (Newfields via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Windsor Park: "Hey all- I manage the Circle City Industrial Complex on Brookside Ave. - Many of you may be familiar with our building cat, Itsa, who frequently wanders the neighborhood, especially 11th Street. We're getting a little concerned because w..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bean Creek: "Message me if you need your sidewalks cleaned off,snowblower ready to go! - reasonable rate." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, West Devington: "Good afternoon - I want to voice my concerns with the Tom O’Brien dealership on e 96thsteet their response to phone call is like getting blood out of a turnip They have had my vehicle for over a week now and with know commutation on t..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Raymond and Kitley: "As you all already know, late this evening a snow storm is coming! - Post is regarding strays. Please be aware of strays and be more mindful if they take shelter around your home as there will be wind with this storm. Help them shelter i..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Rainbow Highlands: "Anyone missing a kitty? - Near 75th Street and Sunnyside. He's chilling on our deck at the moment." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Drexel Gardens: "I need help! - My husband and I are on a fixed income, and we have a problem. Our cat 🐈 Midnight is stuck up a tree! He is about 30 to 40 feet up on a very thin branch! Does anyone know of anyone who would come rescue him for free? Som..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Broad Ripple: "Hello beautiful people! - I’m not one to post much but I’m kind of desperate for help. I’m fostering a dog, Shadow and I just find out that my boxer Olivia has cancer. I’ve been fostering Shadow for a few months now and believe me when I..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Eagle Creek Way: "Job update: - After weeks of unemployment. I’m happy to say I start my new job tomorrow with the Henry Shein warehouse! Money is extremely tight. But thankful for this new position! Wanted to say thank you to those who’ve been cheering m..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Harcourt: "Gonna need someone to shovel the snow if it really accumulates. - 79th and Harcourt area. Driveway, walkway and sidewalk. Not a lot but too much for us. Any suggestions?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Meridian Woods: "FYI - the former DMV on Meridian St has closed. - It is now open at 3919 N, Madiaon Ave, just north of Hannah. Easy peasy to renew your license plate. They have 3 kiosks built into the wall. You just scan your driver's license and eve..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Oaklandon: "My brothers dog, Ziva is lost. - If anyone sees her please let me know. We are heartbroken and there is a huge winter storm coming." (Nextdoor)
• Mayor's Neighborhood Advocate; Area 6 Susan Martinez, City of Indianapolis: "Indianapolis Urban League Event- - Join the Indianapolis Urban League for their virtual Entrepreneurship Center this Thursday! - Calling all Entrepreneurs and Aspiring Entrepreneurs! Industries play a massive role in profitability for a..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Franklin: "This is the dumbest thing. - Do people really think you need eggs this bad when a snow storm is coming ? What a joke. I’m a born Hoosier and I don’t hoard and freak out when snow comes. You will not be snowed in for days get a grip people." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, College Park: "Hey! - Anyone smell the really strong gas smell on Grinnell? We are calling it in, but curious if we missed maybe someone is doing work we weren’t aware of… thanks!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bates-Hendricks: "Whoever keeps dumbing HUGE amounts of your garbage in my yard, please stop. - I’m so tired of coming outside to this crap. They left photos as well, so not to be petty but does anyone know who this is? I have small children and don’t nee..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, East Edgewood-Carson Square: "Remember what happened 44 years ago tomorrow? - It was a big snow storm!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, North Castleton: "I am not one to post things like this but tonight we were at Walmart off of 96th street and my son who is deaf, was inches away from being hit by some teen girls. - I yelled and they flipped me off, I was fortunate enough to hear them go..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Castleton: "Seeking recommendations of a dentist that is not chain? - Castleton/Fishers area" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Augusta Green: "After seeing all the great reviews on garage door repair for Eric Ellis, we reached out to him for a broken spring. - He came out quickly and ensured our repair was done prior to the storm. It was a great experience overall and would rec..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Holly Hills: "Anyone missing a tabby cat?? - We put out food for another neighborhood cat and we noticed this cat has been coming to our home for a few weeks. We do not know if it’s a he/she but wanted to see if anyone recognized the cat. https://ri..." (Nextdoor)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you around!

— Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel

About me: The original Pirate Queen and QA engineer for Patch. Did you know that this week I have worked at least two fourteen hour days? This sprint has been nuts and the engineering team has been keeping me hopping non-stop. I'm exhausted and very close to needing a vacation.

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