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Your 2026 Central Indiana apple picking guide

Indiana's soggy growing season took a bite out of some crops, but Hoosier orchards still have options this U-pick season.

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Indiana&#x27;s soggy growing season took a bite out of some apple crops, but Hoosier orchards still have fruit on the trees as U-pick season rolls on.Why it matters: Apple availability is especially variable this year, meaning your favorite variety could disappear quickly.

Lawmakers considering Flock camera regulations

More than two dozen other states have already adopted rules around the camera use.

Indiana lawmakers are expected to consider regulations for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the use of automatic license plate readers, including Flock cameras" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/09/18/impd-changing-flock-camera-alpr-policies-misuse" data-vars-content-id="e2d634ad-074f-43bc-8a60-ba56aa5774c7" data-vars-headline="Lawmakers considering Flock camera regulations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/09/18/impd-changing-flock-camera-alpr-policies-misuse" target="_self">the use of automatic license plate readers, including Flock cameras</a>, in the upcoming legislative session.Why it matters: Five Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers have been <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="accused of using the cameras for personal reasons" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/09/23/5-impd-officers-charged-over-flock-searches?utm_source=newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=newsletter_axioslocal_indianapolis&amp;stream=top" data-vars-content-id="e2d634ad-074f-43bc-8a60-ba56aa5774c7" data-vars-headline="Lawmakers considering Flock camera regulations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/09/23/5-impd-officers-charged-over-flock-searches?utm_source=newsletter&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=newsletter_axioslocal_indianapolis&amp;stream=top" target="_self">accused of using the cameras for personal reasons</a>, including to track romantic partners and spouses.<ul><li>Officers in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hancock" data-vars-click-url="https://fox59.com/news/indynews/indiana-sheriffs-deputy-arrested-for-flock-camera-misuse-intimidation-and-official-misconduct/" data-vars-content-id="e2d634ad-074f-43bc-8a60-ba56aa5774c7" data-vars-headline="Lawmakers considering Flock camera regulations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://fox59.com/news/indynews/indiana-sheriffs-deputy-arrested-for-flock-camera-misuse-intimidation-and-official-misconduct/" target="_blank">Hancock</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Jackson" data-vars-click-url="https://fox59.com/news/jackson-county-deputy-allegedly-used-flock-cameras-to-search-same-license-plate-2055-times/" data-vars-content-id="e2d634ad-074f-43bc-8a60-ba56aa5774c7" data-vars-headline="Lawmakers considering Flock camera regulations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://fox59.com/news/jackson-county-deputy-allegedly-used-flock-cameras-to-search-same-license-plate-2055-times/" target="_blank">Jackson</a> counties are also facing charges related to misusing the cameras.</li></ul>

1-minute voter guide: Indiana secretary of state

A quick primer on the race to lead Indiana's election office.

Hoosier voters will select a new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="secretary of state" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/08/27/indiana-secretary-of-state-candidates-meet-first-debate" data-vars-content-id="394e0932-3ba4-4272-8157-728b05f89eb9" data-vars-headline="1-minute voter guide: Indiana secretary of state" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/08/27/indiana-secretary-of-state-candidates-meet-first-debate" target="_self">secretary of state</a> in a close race <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="between four candidates" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/06/24/indiana-secretary-of-state-race-is-taking-shape-2026-bayh-engling" data-vars-content-id="394e0932-3ba4-4272-8157-728b05f89eb9" data-vars-headline="1-minute voter guide: Indiana secretary of state" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/06/24/indiana-secretary-of-state-race-is-taking-shape-2026-bayh-engling" target="_self">between four candidates</a>. Why it matters: The high-profile race is top of the ticket in next month&#x27;s election, and the winner will be charged with ensuring the state&#x27;s elections are fair, open and secure.

Your weekend plans: First Friday art, Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest, Lion King and more.

The first Friday of October brings new work to Indy galleries.

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The first Friday of October brings a new exhibit to Gallery 924 as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="four Indiana artists honored" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/01/22/meet-the-maker-2025-dehaan-artists-of-distinction" data-vars-content-id="2f01b94f-a226-4590-b998-821ddbe74c60" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: First Friday art, Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest, Lion King and more." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/01/22/meet-the-maker-2025-dehaan-artists-of-distinction" target="_self">four Indiana artists honored</a> for their creative experimentation showcase their latest creations.Driving the news: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The DeHaan Artist of Distinction exhibition" data-vars-click-url="https://indyarts.org/event/first-friday-opening-dehaan-artist-of-distinction-exhibition-2025/" data-vars-content-id="2f01b94f-a226-4590-b998-821ddbe74c60" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: First Friday art, Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest, Lion King and more." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indyarts.org/event/first-friday-opening-dehaan-artist-of-distinction-exhibition-2025/" target="_blank">The DeHaan Artist of Distinction exhibition</a> starts its run this weekend with a free opening reception.

10 ways to enjoy corn beyond the cob around Indianapolis

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This year&#x27;s corn harvest may be a mixed bag, but the state&#x27;s top crop is having a moment on Indianapolis drinks and desserts menus.The big picture: Corn has always had a place in Midwestern cooking, but local chefs are embracing the flavor in interesting new ways and taking cues from Latin American cuisine, where it has long enjoyed wider use.

Axios Social Club brings mystery dinners to Indianapolis

Meet fellow locals over dinner at a restaurant we hand-picked.

Axios Social Club is bringing readers together for dinner to Indianapolis&#x27; Old National Centre on Tuesday, Oct. 6.Why it matters: Your city is full of interesting people you haven&#x27;t met yet. We&#x27;re making it easier to change that.

Freeland's brings Tinker Street's winning concept to Carmel

The American restaurant brings Tinker's refined, ingredient-driven food to Carmel.

Regular Axios Indy readers may remember that my favorite restaurant in town is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tinker Street" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2024/07/15/tinker-street-menu-review" data-vars-content-id="281bc1f2-13b1-41b5-a842-cee19c984391" data-vars-headline="Freeland&#x27;s brings Tinker Street&#x27;s winning concept to Carmel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2024/07/15/tinker-street-menu-review" target="_self">Tinker Street</a>, the intimate neighborhood bistro that just so happens to have made its proprietor a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="James Beard semifinalist" data-vars-click-url="https://www.jamesbeard.org/stories/james-beard-award-semifinalists-2026" data-vars-content-id="281bc1f2-13b1-41b5-a842-cee19c984391" data-vars-headline="Freeland&#x27;s brings Tinker Street&#x27;s winning concept to Carmel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.jamesbeard.org/stories/james-beard-award-semifinalists-2026" target="_blank">James Beard semifinalist</a>.Why it matters: Tinker Street has a sister restaurant.

Indianapolis coffee shops are going bananas for this coffee flavor

Banana and coffee are definitely having a moment.

Lattes and matchas are going <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bananas" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/06/12/inflation-banana-prices-tariffs" data-vars-content-id="df7463a6-f1e0-4afa-9dd2-bfbc2b316840" data-vars-headline="Indianapolis coffee shops are going bananas for this coffee flavor" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/06/12/inflation-banana-prices-tariffs" target="_self">bananas</a> — including at a bunch of Indianapolis-area coffee shops.The big picture: Already the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="most-eaten" data-vars-click-url="https://yougov.com/en-us/ratings/fruits" data-vars-content-id="df7463a6-f1e0-4afa-9dd2-bfbc2b316840" data-vars-headline="Indianapolis coffee shops are going bananas for this coffee flavor" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://yougov.com/en-us/ratings/fruits" target="_blank">most-eaten</a> fresh fruit in America, bananas are ripe for more than just smoothies.

30 Over 30: St. Elmo Steak House marks 124 years

The downtown icon has been serving steaks, clearing sinuses and attracting celebs for more than a century.

Welcome back to Axios Indianapolis&#x27; &quot;30 Over 30,&quot; a series celebrating the icons that have shaped our city for 30 years or more.Few things say &quot;welcome to Indianapolis&quot; quite like watching a first-timer&#x27;s eyes water in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="St. Elmo Steak House" data-vars-click-url="https://www.stelmos.com/" data-vars-content-id="824bab6e-7042-408b-81b4-abc092f7e53b" data-vars-headline="30 Over 30: St. Elmo Steak House marks 124 years" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.stelmos.com/" target="_blank">St. Elmo Steak House</a> from a little too much cocktail sauce.The big picture: The 124-year-old dining experience is more than a classy place for Hoosiers to eat steak and clear their sinuses. It&#x27;s shorthand for hospitality in a city that <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="stakes its national reputation" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/01/22/indianapolis-tourism-nfl-combine-ncaa-final-four" data-vars-content-id="824bab6e-7042-408b-81b4-abc092f7e53b" data-vars-headline="30 Over 30: St. Elmo Steak House marks 124 years" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/01/22/indianapolis-tourism-nfl-combine-ncaa-final-four" target="_self">stakes its national reputation</a> on being a top-tier host town.

Get your bread up at Paris Baguette in Carmel

Paris Baguette made its Indiana debut in late April in HamCo.

If you like carbs, one of Carmel&#x27;s newest cafe options is an easy recommendation.Driving the news: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Paris Baguette" data-vars-click-url="https://parisbaguette.com/about/" data-vars-content-id="d1872343-6878-43d6-a79f-c0ea64dd32b4" data-vars-headline="Get your bread up at Paris Baguette in Carmel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://parisbaguette.com/about/" target="_blank">Paris Baguette</a> made its Indiana debut in late April, settling in between the also new-ish <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Ben &amp; Jerry&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/p/Ben-Jerrys-Carmel-61582235664944/" data-vars-content-id="d1872343-6878-43d6-a79f-c0ea64dd32b4" data-vars-headline="Get your bread up at Paris Baguette in Carmel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Ben-Jerrys-Carmel-61582235664944/" target="_blank">Ben &amp; Jerry&#x27;s</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Okonori Japanese" data-vars-click-url="https://www.okonori.com/" data-vars-content-id="d1872343-6878-43d6-a79f-c0ea64dd32b4" data-vars-headline="Get your bread up at Paris Baguette in Carmel" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.okonori.com/" target="_blank">Okonori Japanese</a> locations near the corner of 116th Street and South Rangeline Road.

Cheesecake Factory going strong at the Fashion Mall

The casual chain is as popular as ever, for good reason.

A recent trip to the Fashion Mall had me mourning the closure of yet another great restaurant (RIP Mimi Blue&#x27;s and Public Greens).Driving the news: Napolese Pizzeria <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="closed its Fashion Mall location last month" data-vars-click-url="https://fox59.com/news/napolese-pizzeria-set-to-close-in-fashion-mall/" data-vars-content-id="1986703c-1fee-4a46-80d9-552f86d1dffe" data-vars-headline="Cheesecake Factory going strong at the Fashion Mall" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://fox59.com/news/napolese-pizzeria-set-to-close-in-fashion-mall/" target="_blank">closed its Fashion Mall location last month</a>, leaving hungry shoppers with fewer options outside of the food court.

Niyyah Coffee opening Mass Ave location

This will be the local chain's fourth Indy-area location.

Niyyah Coffee is about to open its fourth location in the Indianapolis area.Why it matters: The coffee shop will occupy prime real estate on one of the city&#x27;s busiest pedestrian corridors. And, the founders say, it will be the city&#x27;s first deaf-owned coffee shop.

Hoosier biochemists, brewers pour up America's past for its 250th birthday

Indiana University scientists are working with Hoosier breweries and old trees to toast America.

Indiana University scientists are working with Indiana breweries to give Hoosiers a taste of the nation&#x27;s past.Driving the brews: In honor of America&#x27;s 250th, researchers from IU&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="molecular &amp; cellular biochemistry" data-vars-click-url="https://mcb.indiana.edu/index.html" data-vars-content-id="4df39606-be25-4eb4-9e61-922727fb0f4a" data-vars-headline="Hoosier biochemists, brewers pour up America&#x27;s past for its 250th birthday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://mcb.indiana.edu/index.html" target="_blank">molecular &amp; cellular biochemistry</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="biology" data-vars-click-url="https://biology.indiana.edu/index.html" data-vars-content-id="4df39606-be25-4eb4-9e61-922727fb0f4a" data-vars-headline="Hoosier biochemists, brewers pour up America&#x27;s past for its 250th birthday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://biology.indiana.edu/index.html" target="_blank">biology</a> departments are using isolated yeast from 250-year-old oak trees to help craft the first 1776-inspired beer.

Farmers market season has arrived. Here's a dozen around Indianapolis to visit.

You can find a market most days of the week.

April showers have given way to spring produce, which means it&#x27;s farmers&#x27; market season.Driving the news: Here are a dozen area farmers&#x27; markets, most of which are already open for the season.

Food and Drink 🍽

10 ways to enjoy corn beyond the cob around Indianapolis

Axios Social Club brings mystery dinners to Indianapolis

Freeland's brings Tinker Street's winning concept to Carmel

Indianapolis coffee shops are going bananas for this coffee flavor

30 Over 30: St. Elmo Steak House marks 124 years