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As president of the Indiana Broadcast Pioneers and a huge admirer of her impactful career, it saddens me to report that Janie Hodge, of WTTV’S “Popeye and Janie” show, has passed away. Janie is beloved by several generations of Indiana children who watched her shows on WTTV over the years. I grew up in Chicago but know from my many interactions with her fans — and she has a great many — that Janie shaped many young lives, and for the better.

The Indianapolis Woman’s Club was founded on Feb. 18, 1875, making it one of the oldest and longest-running clubs of its kind in the country. The purpose of the club was the exchange of ideas through presentation and discussion of papers written by members. Its founders were educated, progressive women who were interested in enriching their lives beyond the domestic sphere of home and family.

f you enjoy golf and supporting your community, Foundation Fest offers a distinctive local experience to benefit homeless people. This one-day event blends a festival atmosphere with a full day on the course, raising real money for people who need it most. Prime Plumbing & Drains is proud to sponsor this event.

If you’ve ever read a text from your teenage grandchild and wondered if you opened a message written in another language, or perhaps by a cat walking across a keyboard, you’re not alone. Today’s teens have developed a fast-moving, ever-evolving way of communicating that blends slang, emojis, abbreviations, and cultural references into something that can feel, well, foreign. But before you throw your phone across the room take heart: this communication gap isn’t new, it’s j

Hear Indiana’s annual The Run for Sound fundraiser is here — and this year our goal is big: $60,000 to give kids with hearing loss right here in Indiana the chance to access sound, speech, and a bright future. Run For Sound will be held Oct. 3 at Conner Prairie. After the run will be a Kids Carnival and Kids Run.

Active aging is a goal for older adults in the Indianapolis area. There are many exciting and interesting places to explore within the downtown hub. The places and activities I’m going to tell you about will provide countywide social engagement, cultural enrichment, and physical wellness for aging adults. Most seniors will find something to engage their interest for little or no expense.

Stephanie Daily, owner of Send A Friend Lasagna, is serving up more than just meals with her homemade, fresh lasagnas delivered across Indianapolis and nearby communities. What began seven years ago as a simple gesture of comfort for a grieving friend has blossomed into a beloved local business known for hearty flavors and heartfelt service.

“Toy Story 5,” the fifth installment in the animated adventure series, has premiered with a PG rating and a runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes. Film critic Patty Spitler spotlights Taylor Swift’s fresh track, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” adding extra buzz to the franchise’s return. The family-oriented series explores contemporary themes, including technological influences that disrupt playtime. Spitler, a film critic, recalled the origins of the franchise, noting she covered the