Indianapolis, IN
Olympic swimming trial celebrations kick off on transformed Georgia Street
INDIANAPOLIS – Some of the best swimmers in the world will soon jump off the starting block. And at the end, 52 swimmers will make Team USA and head to Paris.
But it all started with a big party Friday night in downtown Indy.
“It’s great. Just the atmosphere is crazy – like the Eiffel Tower and stuff,” said Luke Tysdal, a fan from Texas.
The Circle City is once again on the world stage, bringing Team USA fans from far and wide up close to Olympic hopefuls.
“We went to the trials three years ago in Omaha and he’s a swimmer so he’s already gotten a few pictures and autographs,” said Deanna Tysdal.
Indiana Sports Corp. estimates the city will see about 200,000 visitors over the next nine days of swimming trials, and what better way to welcome them than with a “starting block party?”
“We want to go above and beyond, show them how Indianapolis takes events to the next level, and get things started with a bang,” said Sam Reel with Indiana Sports Corp.
Just below the 66-foot Eiffel Tower replica at the intersection of Georgia Street and Capitol Avenue, you’ll find a unique, swim-themed mural made of artificial turf – a fitting complement to the very first Olympic pool inside an NFL stadium.
“I think it’s only appropriate that a hundred years ago, the swimming trials were held in Broad Ripple pool here in Indianapolis, and the 1924 Olympics were in Paris, France,” Mayor Joe Hogsett said. “So a hundred years later, we’re recreating the same thing.”
It’s been a big year for sports in Indianapolis so far, one that Mayor Joe Hogsett hopes will further propel the city’s reputation forward.
“I don’t think it’s overstating it to say that we’re on the verge of becoming the world’s sports capital,” Hogsett added.
The rest of the country, at least, is taking notice.
“You’ve got Caitlin Clark here. The Pacers have a great legacy here. The Colts do as well,” said Luke Martens, who traveled from Chicago for the swimming trials. “It’s such a great sports city, probably one of the top five, top ten in America.”
It’s welcome excitement for longtime Hoosiers too.
“Anything that brings more interest and attention to the city, in a positive light, is great,” said Indianapolis resident Cory Sullivan.
Indiana Sports Corp. said tickets are still available and they’re hoping to fill the stadium every day until all 52 Team USA swimmers are named.
“I’m looking forward to the nail-biting finishes. I’m looking forward to people dropping American records, maybe even world records, we’ll just have to see,” Martens added.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — We’re in for a much better Tuesday, after all of the recent wet weather. High pressure is bringing us sunshine and comfortable temperatures today, but don’t get too used to it—rain and storms are heading back our way by Wednesday night, and we’re tracking a flooding threat heading into the weekend.
Today:
Finally, a day to enjoy! High pressure is firmly in control, giving us plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions.
Highs today will be pleasant, ranging from the mid-70s across northern Indiana to around 80 degrees in the south.
Tonight:
Clear skies continue with lows dropping into the mid-50s to lower 60s.
Wednesday:
Another nice day as high pressure continues to dominate. We’ll see plenty of sunshine with highs climbing into the low to mid-80s. Humidity will remain low, making it feel comfortable despite the warmer temperatures.
Wednesday Night into Thursday: Heavy Rain Threat
Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop Wednesday night as moisture increases significantly. There will be much more moisture in the atmosphere by the evening hours, which opens the door for heavy downpours overnight.
Thursday should be mostly dry during the day as weak ridging builds in behind the overnight activity. However, another round of storms could develop late Thursday ahead of a warm front moving in.
Thursday Night through the Weekend: More Heavy Rain
A storm system will move through Thursday night, bringing moderate to heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Rainfall totals could exceed 2 inches in many locations, raising flash flooding concerns.
The big concern is training storms. When storms repeatedly move over the same areas, rainfall totals can quickly add up, leading to localized ponding and minor flooding. Low-lying areas, poor drainage spots, and areas near creeks and streams will be most vulnerable.
Sunday and Beyond: Heat and Humidity Return
Rain and storms will finally push northeast of the area by Sunday, giving us a break. But the break from rain comes with a price—heat and humidity.
By Sunday, high humidity and southerly breezes will boost afternoon temperatures near 90 degrees. Heat indices could approach mid- to upper 90sby early next week.
7-Day Outlook:
- Rahal says Indy has a worsening crime problem, with shootings and unsafe events.
- He wants to create job opportunities for inner-city youth to address the issue.
- Rahal challenges the city to come together and provide more opportunities for change.
INDIANAPOLIS–Indycar driver Graham Rahal says Indianapolis has a crime problem and it has to be dealt with.
On June 19th, Rahal said in a tweet that Indy has turned into a complete dump and it’s sad to say the least. He also said that there was a car event and security guarding the cars wouldn’t stay because they didn’t feel safe as there were numerous kids running around with guns.
“We have a problem that has increased and gotten worse and worse and worse. And to be silent about it and to be deaf to it is a major issue. And what’s scary in today’s society isn’t left, right, or center, contrary to what people believe. It simply is acknowledging when there is a problem and doing what we can to correct the problem,” said Rahal in a Monday interview with Query and Company on 93.5 and 107.5 The Fan.
He said there were at least four shootings in one weekend after his tweet went out.
“So people can get mad at me. When you have four shootings in one weekend, that’s unacceptable. And we cannot be tone deaf to the fact that this isn’t a Democrat, Republican, whatever issue. This is a societal issue that we all need to come together,” said Rahal.
Rahal says if a change isn’t made culturally, then Indianapolis and the surrounding areas will have further issues.
“I had my building shot last year. Okay. Cost me $31,000. I couldn’t prosecute the kids. They were juveniles. They would never turn over their identities to me. I said, I don’t want to prosecute them, bring them here and I’ll give them a job. We’ll put them to work. They can earn the windows, but also hopefully build pride working for our companies and hopefully build a future for them too. This wasn’t to take a shot at them. It was to create an opportunity of change, bring them here,” said Rahal.
Rahal said looking at him as the “villain” in this scenario doesn’t help.
“How about we all come together? We find a way to create a solution, left, right center, provide opportunity, provide places in the workplace, like at GRP, like at my buildings for inner city kids to come get an opportunity to change their lives, to work for something, to have pride in something. I’m all in on doing it, but I challenge everybody in the city to do the same things. We can’t continue to be tone deaf to what’s gone on,” said Rahal.
The return of Creekend and the Phish triple-header can mean only one thing: It’s summer concert season in Indiana.
Old favorites will fulfill their time-honored obligations to the Hoosier state, big names will bring new tours to town and Indiana’s own rock star will unload all of his hits in what promises to be a sprawling set.
Even with the full power of the IndyStar arts staff, there are simply too many summer concerts to capture in one story. Two stories (check out our guide to free shows around the region) doesn’t cover it either.
The highlights will have to suffice. These are the top, can’t-miss shows headed for the Indy area this summer.
Dave Matthews Band
June 26 and 27. Ruoff Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/3wh7vhrc
DMB is back for another summer double-header at its time-honored “Creekend” tradition.
Phish
July 10, 11 and 12. Ruoff Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/yc5v4a8u
Also holding up its end of the annual Ruoff pilgrimage, cult favorite jam band Phish is back for a three-show stint.
Death Cab for Cutie
July 12. Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/3vk6y7j9
The 2000s alternative group is hitting the road and headed to downtown Indianapolis on the heels of their latest album.
‘They Call Me Genêt’
July 16-19 and 23-26. District Theatre, 627 Massachusetts Ave. Tickets: indydistricttheatre.org
Indianapolis actress Jen Johansen will play Janet Flanner in this play about her life by D. Paul Thomas. Flanner, the daughter of a well-known Circle City family, helped shape “The New Yorker” as its Paris correspondent for 50 years, chronicling the Nuremberg trials, cultural movements and more.
‘Extreme Home Makeover’
July 16-Aug. 2. Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, 705 N. Illinois St. Tickets: phoenixtheatre.org
In this American Lives Theatre production, a Latino family auditions for a popular home decorating show as a step toward resilience and healing after their patriarch dies.
‘The Play That Goes Wrong’
July 16-Aug. 23. Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 Michigan Road. Tickets: beefandboards.com
The Cornley University Drama Society is struggling with its newest production, “The Murder at Haversham Manor,” thanks to actor mishaps, an unconscious leading lady and a corpse who appears unable to remain deceased.
Rock the Ruins
July 17-Sept. 12. Holliday Park, 6363 Spring Mill Road. Tickets: https://www.rocktheruins.com/
The outdoor concert series returns with headliners Joe Russo’s Almost Dead (July 17), Jesse Welles (Aug. 4), Big Thief (Aug. 11) and Indigo Girls (Sept. 12).
John Mellencamp
July 18. Ruoff Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/f4t4s3ky
Indiana’s native son returns to Noblesville’s Ruoff Music Center, where he promises all the hits (some for the final time ever) on his Dancing Words Tour.
Indy Dance Festival
July 18-19. Tobias Theater at Newfields, 4000 Michigan Road. Tickets: indydancecouncil.org/indy-dance-festival
Companies from across Indiana will perform Indian classical dance, contemporary dance, Africanist dance and more.
Benson Boone
July 19. Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/2u5rteue
In one of the only Gainbridge Fieldhouse concerts of the summer, Grammy-nominated Benson Boone will backflip his way into Indianapolis on his Wanted Man Tour.
Harry Connick Jr.
July 20. Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets: thecenterpresents.org
The TV, Broadway and film star will deliver jazz standards, New Orleans classics and popular hits.
Indy Shorts Film Festival
July 21-26. Tickets: heartlandfilm.org/events/indyshorts
The festival that focuses on short-form film storytelling will return with program announcements to come June 25.
Audrey Hobert
July 25. Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/msdw7ap5
With performances at Bonnaroo and Governors Ball under her belt, singer-songwriter Audrey Hobert is embarking on her solo Staircase to Stardom Tour.
Lynyrd Skynyrd and Foreigner
Aug. 7. Ruoff Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/3n8r5cya
Not one but two classic rock acts are hitting the road on the Double Trouble Double Vision tour.
American Football
Aug. 13. Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/4xztm3kc
Fresh off their first album in seven years, the math rock favorites are slated for Old National Centre.
IndyFringe Festival
Aug. 13-23. Venues on and around Mass Ave. More information: indyfringe.org/festival
The experimental theater and performing arts festival will be back for its 21st year, with shows and venues to be announced.
TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue
Aug. 20. Ruoff Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/34x2vp8x
The powerhouse R&B triple bill hits Noblesville on the It’s Iconic tour.
Gala: Opus 2026
Sept. 19. Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle. Tickets: indianapolissymphony.org/event/26-27-iso-gala/
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will perform Ludwig van Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto, called the “Emperor,” under the baton of Maestro Jun Märkl with pianist Denis Kozhukhin.
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