Articles tagged as: Indianapolis Recorder
January 12, 2024
Remembering Coach Nell: A legacy of love, mentorship and football
One year ago Indianapolis lost a beloved figure, Richard “Coach Nell” Hamilton Sr. More than just a football coach, Coach Nell was a mentor, father figure and pillar of the Butler Tarkington and Crown Hill community.
Read MoreJanuary 12, 2024
IRT to honor life and legacy of Civil Rights activist in upcoming play
Written by African American playwright Cheryl L. West, “Fannie” tells the powerful story of Fannie Lou Hamer and her struggles and victories in the fight for Black voting rights.
Read MoreJanuary 8, 2024
Leaders and legacies: The rich history of those buried at Greenlawn Cemetery
In a nearly forgotten area along the banks of the White River in downtown Indianapolis lay buried gems of the past. These gems are the human remains of notable leaders who lived extraordinary lives, including the first Black landowner in Indiana.
Read MoreJanuary 4, 2024
Indianapolis Public Library announces Nichelle M. Hayes’ departure
Hayes was the director of CBLC since 2017. She was appointed as the interim CEO of the library in 2022.
Read MoreDecember 21, 2023
Christmas toy giveaway offers healing and holiday cheer for crime victims’ families
Mothers Against Violence Healing Ministry orchestrated their annual Christmas toy giveaway Dec. 12, offering comfort to those grappling with the repercussions of violence.
Read MoreDecember 8, 2023
Christmas assistance programs and winter events for Indianapolis families
There are various local organizations that seek to brighten the season for struggling families by providing much-needed services and gifts.
Read MoreDecember 8, 2023
Every Child Indiana initiative aims to boost statewide foster family recruitment
Nonprofits Hands of Hope and The Contingent, in partnership with the Indiana Department of Child Services, announced their new initiative Every Child Indiana Nov. 28.
Read MoreNovember 10, 2023
Republic Services and Blue Polymers breaks ground on new recycling complex
Republic Services and Blue Polymers broke ground on a new Indianapolis plastics recycling complex Nov. 9. The complex will contain a Republic Services Polymer Center and a Blue Polymer advanced polymer production facility, which will improve plastic circularity production and supply recycled materials for sustainable packaging and other uses. Both of these facilities are expected to open in late 2024.
Read MoreSeptember 1, 2023
Indy’s Labor Day legacy: Understanding its past for a better present and future
Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Read MoreJune 2, 2023
Mayor Hogsett debuts #IChoosePeace Campaign
Mayor Hogsett joined community partners and the Indy Peace Fellowship to launch the citywide campaign #IChoosePeace
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