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Greencastle infant at Riley Children's Hospital with rare genetic condition

The Greencastle infant will receive chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant before he's one month old.

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Maddox Richey is just 3 weeks old — a perfect blond-haired, blue-eyed infant.Why it matters: &quot;He&#x27;s calm and peaceful. … He&#x27;s just a normal baby,&quot; says his aunt Jody Feiss.<ul><li>Except baby Maddox also has an exceedingly rare genetic condition called Krabbe disease, a devastating degenerative neurological condition that progresses quickly and usually ends in death.</li></ul>

Indiana-built EVs target affordability amid growing demand

Used electric vehicle prices are climbing just as a startup is assembling an EV option targeting affordability in the Hoosier state.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Used electric vehicles" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/11/gas-prices-iran-ev" data-vars-content-id="2bed512d-553c-4251-a60f-fc62d6af6b50" data-vars-headline="Indiana-built EVs target affordability amid growing demand" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/11/gas-prices-iran-ev" target="_self">Used electric vehicles</a> are flying off dealer lots as pinched car buyers hunt for budget-friendly options.Why it matters: Soaring demand has led to a rare phenomenon — used EVs <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="rising in value" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/08/used-ev-prices-gas-war.html" data-vars-content-id="2bed512d-553c-4251-a60f-fc62d6af6b50" data-vars-headline="Indiana-built EVs target affordability amid growing demand" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/08/used-ev-prices-gas-war.html" target="_blank">rising in value</a>, rather than depreciating.

Indianapolis mirrors nationwide violent crime decline 

Indianapolis is one of the major U.S. cities contributing to a historic drop in homicides over the past three years.

Indianapolis is one of the major U.S. cities contributing to a historic drop in homicides over the past three years, and an overall decline in violent crime that now spans two presidencies.Why it matters: Experts warn that progress won&#x27;t last without the right blend of funding, policing and community support.

Newfields' art and nature park closed due to flooding damage

The White River flooding damaged the trail around the park's lake.

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The Virginia B. Fairbanks <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Art &amp; Nature Park at Newfields" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/29/five-reasons-to-visit-newfields-art-park-while-funky-bones-is-closed" data-vars-content-id="7e5f0906-6306-4d3e-8173-01ce7cc33ed1" data-vars-headline="Newfields&#x27; art and nature park closed due to flooding damage" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/29/five-reasons-to-visit-newfields-art-park-while-funky-bones-is-closed" target="_self">Art &amp; Nature Park at Newfields</a> is closed until further notice after historic flooding along the White River. The big picture: Formerly farmland and later excavated as a gravel quarry to build nearby I-465, the park sits in a floodplain, surrounded by water.<ul><li>It&#x27;s positioned on a dramatic bend of the river that bounds two sides of the triangular island. A man-made canal separates the other side of the park from the rest of the Newfields grounds. </li></ul>

Your weekend plans: Mike Epps Festival, Colts preseason, Bug Fest and more

Indy has a packed final weekend of August with events like a free Mike Epps concert and the Colts' preseason finale.

Indy has a packed final weekend of August with events like a free Mike Epps concert, the Colts&#x27; preseason finale, a giant collector car show and major concerts from Mötley Crüe and Kesha.Why it matters: There&#x27;s a little bit of everything on the docket, except for dull moments.

Your Chreece 2026 guide and playlist

Indianapolis' homegrown hip-hop festival Chreece returns Saturday for an 11th year and more ways for music lovers to access the celebration.

Indianapolis&#x27; homegrown hip-hop festival <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Chreece" data-vars-click-url="https://www.chreeceaf.com/" data-vars-content-id="50310027-0ce9-490e-9075-3b34f3a8ed82" data-vars-headline="Your Chreece 2026 guide and playlist" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.chreeceaf.com/" target="_blank">Chreece</a> returns Saturday for an 11th year and more ways for music lovers to access the celebration.Why it matters: Since 2015, the single-day event has become a showcase for Indianapolis&#x27; Black music culture and a launchpad for local artists, while helping establish Fountain Square as a hub for independent music.

The best Devour summerfest menus for every budget and every neighborhood

It's the best two weeks to dine out this summer.

Devour Indy&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="summerfest starts today" data-vars-click-url="https://devourindy.com/" data-vars-content-id="2e0c9ab8-9689-485d-ab5d-e02235d7d483" data-vars-headline="The best Devour summerfest menus for every budget and every neighborhood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://devourindy.com/" target="_blank">summerfest starts today</a>, serving up meal deals at nearly 150 area restaurants.Why it matters: Life is expensive right now, so Devour is a great opportunity to treat yourself and soak up the last bits of summer, until Sept. 6.

Your weekend plans: LIV Golf,  Garth Brooks, Feast of Lanterns and more

After setting attendance records one summer ago, the LIV Golf tournament has returned to Westfield for another championship outing.

After setting attendance records <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="one summer ago" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/08/14/liv-golf-indianapolis-2025-championship-chatham-hills" data-vars-content-id="e0a3c387-1dc8-4d4c-a94c-3daf3b2d5a4f" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: LIV Golf, Garth Brooks, Feast of Lanterns 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/2025/08/14/liv-golf-indianapolis-2025-championship-chatham-hills" target="_self">one summer ago</a>, the LIV Golf tournament has returned to Westfield for another championship outing.Why it matters: With LIV’s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="ongoing financial problems" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/05/21/liv-golfs-uncertain-future-in-central-indiana" data-vars-content-id="e0a3c387-1dc8-4d4c-a94c-3daf3b2d5a4f" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: LIV Golf, Garth Brooks, Feast of Lanterns 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/2026/05/21/liv-golfs-uncertain-future-in-central-indiana" target="_self">ongoing financial problems</a> casting doubt over its future, this weekend’s season finale brings high stakes for both the competitors and the company itself.

Indy rallies for flood relief in Broad Ripple

It looked like the village was in danger on Saturday, but the worst flooding stayed north.

Broad Ripple was largely spared from the worst of the flooding, but that doesn&#x27;t mean the neighborhood wasn&#x27;t impacted.Why it matters: Indy showed up for the village this week, with droves of people making the monthly fun and funky Third Thursday into a show of support.

Your weekend plans: Ballet in the Park, Black Documentary Film Festival, SausageFest and more

Indy has plenty of adventure to offer adventure seekers this weekend.

Even with big multiday events like the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indiana State Fair" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/08/13/indiana-state-fair-giant-cheese-sculpture-beloved-tradition" data-vars-content-id="8b2e08df-4568-49b4-be0a-9e6eaeea0173" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Ballet in the Park, Black Documentary Film Festival, SausageFest 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/2026/08/13/indiana-state-fair-giant-cheese-sculpture-beloved-tradition" target="_self">Indiana State Fair</a> and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="IndyFringe Festival" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/08/13/indyfringe-festival-turns-21-with-free-shows-and-a-roadmap-for-first-timers" data-vars-content-id="8b2e08df-4568-49b4-be0a-9e6eaeea0173" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Ballet in the Park, Black Documentary Film Festival, SausageFest 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/2026/08/13/indyfringe-festival-turns-21-with-free-shows-and-a-roadmap-for-first-timers" target="_self">IndyFringe Festival</a> in full swing, Indy still has more to offer adventure seekers this weekend.<ul><li>From a Black film fest to free ballet, here are our picks for some fun in the (hopefully) sun over the next few days.</li></ul>

Indiana State Fair's giant cheese sculpture is beloved tradition 

The state fair's cheese sculpture is a two-decade-long tradition.

Mooove over, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Iowa" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/des-moines/2026/08/10/iowa-butter-cow-ohio-bragging-rights" data-vars-content-id="6ff9cf3a-8ee5-4003-aa70-70cc7f38d73a" data-vars-headline="Indiana State Fair&#x27;s giant cheese sculpture is beloved tradition " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/des-moines/2026/08/10/iowa-butter-cow-ohio-bragging-rights" target="_self">Iowa</a>. Your 600-pound butter cow ain&#x27;t got nothing on the Indiana State Fair&#x27;s cheese sculpture.The big cheddar: Nearly 1,500 pounds of cheese anchor the starting point for this 20-year tradition.

IndyFringe Festival turns 21 with free shows and a roadmap for first-timers 

The IndyFringe Festival returns this week with a bigger push to make the Circle City's most unpredictable annual gathering easier to explore.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The IndyFringe Festival" data-vars-click-url="https://indyfringe.org/festival/" data-vars-content-id="4de6a002-a34c-4f88-b8e9-95b66ae2175d" data-vars-headline="IndyFringe Festival turns 21 with free shows and a roadmap for first-timers " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indyfringe.org/festival/" target="_blank">The IndyFringe Festival</a> returns this week with a bigger push to make the Circle City’s most unpredictable annual gathering easier to explore.Why it matters: More than an arts event celebrating its 21st year, IndyFringe stands as one of Indianapolis’ clearest examples of a shared cultural space — one where artists can experiment and audiences can discover something they didn&#x27;t know they needed.

Your weekend plans: DCI World Championships, Creatives in Color, Levitt VIBE and more

Some of the world's best marching bands are storming Lucas Oil Stadium this weekend.

Nearly 50 of the world&#x27;s best marching bands are storming Lucas Oil Stadium this week for the drum corps Super Bowl.Why it matters: The competition among musicians comes with lots of free fun in downtown Indy.

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Your weekend plans: Mike Epps Festival, Colts preseason, Bug Fest and more

Your Chreece 2026 guide and playlist

Newfields' art and nature park closed due to flooding damage

The best Devour summerfest menus for every budget and every neighborhood

Your weekend plans: LIV Golf, Garth Brooks, Feast of Lanterns and more