Indianapolis, IN
Monumental Marathon returns for 17th year
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon is back downtown for the 17th running on Saturday morning.
Race weekend kicked off with the Monumental Heath and Fitness Expo at the Indiana Convention Center, where athletes picked up their race packets, explored the latest wellness products, got marathon prep tips, and heard from Olympic Gold mentalists.
“How I train is going to be different from how someone else trains, and then maybe something that works really well for someone can be very beneficial for another,” said Allie Vincent, a participant. “So, just connecting with others and learning from others is really vital for all of us becoming better at our craft.”
For runners like Vincent, who is participating in the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon for the second time, it’s a place for people to gain some inspiration and confidence before the big day. Vincent has participated in six marathons since 2020. She says preparation is key.
“I take a 12-week block, and I just look at it and break it down week by week,” Vincent said. “I make sure I have a long run in there, some workouts, and some junk miles, or time on my feet throughout the rest of the week.”
People from all 50 states and more than 30 countries, including Bermuda, France, Singapore, and China, are participating in Saturday’s race. Indianapolis native and 2024 Olympic gold medalist Cole Hocker will serve as one of this year’s honorary starters.
“It’s going to be special because it really will be my first time doing it with a crowd, with the fans,” said Blake Sanie, a participant from Chicago. “I can’t wait to feel all of the energy. I’m excited.”
As Sanie sees it, the race and preparing for it serve as a good time to bond with his friends.
“A lot of it was just having fun with my friends, just ensuring that we get the miles in that we need every week, but also not doing too much,” Sanie said. “Making sure we can take of ourselves, and also making sure that we take some time to recover and ease into the marathon week so we can ease into the marathon tomorrow and see what happens.”
For people who are first-timers at the marathon, Vincent says it’s important to be prepared and set out everything the night before.
“Focus on just having fun,” Vincent said. “Prepare where you’re going to go for the start. Know how far it is away, and if you’re parking, go ahead and figure that out tonight.”
There are some road closures ahead of the race. The section of Washington Street between Capitol Avenue and West Street is closed. Roads along each of the marathon, half marathon, and 5K courses will be impacted with various traffic restrictions.
The marathon starts at 6:30 a.m., and it is expected to end at 4 p.m.
For all the joy a Thanksgiving meal can bring, there are plenty of reasons why you personally may not want to host one. Fortunately, several restaurants in the Indianapolis area are open Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, serving traditional turkey day fare.
Below are several Indy-area chains that still have open reservations for Thanksgiving feasts or accept walk-in guests.But first here’s one local spot to try:
Rick’s Café Boatyard
4050 Dandy Trail, (317) 290-9300, ricksboatyard.com. Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The waterside eatery will serve a Thanksgiving dinner that includes turkey breast with gravy, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, green beans, dressing, cranberry sauce, bread and butter and pumpkin pie. Adults dine for $33 while kids 10 and under eat for $16. Parties can also add sides that serve four, including collard greens ($12), sweet potato purée ($14) and macaroni and cheese ($14). Call (317) 290-9300 to make your reservation.
Chain restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner
Bob Evans
Multiple Central Indiana locations, bobevans.com. Hours vary by location
The farmhouse-inspired breakfast chain will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Thanksgiving, serving its typical breakfast menu as well as holiday offerings like turkey, dressing and mashed potatoes.
Buca di Beppo
35 N. Illinois St., (317) 632-2822 and 659 US 31 S. Greenwood, (317) 884-2822, dineatbuca.com. Both open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The Minneapolis-based chain will serve Thanksgiving meals that include turkey, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, spicy Italian sausage stuffing, seasonal vegetables and desserts. Reservations can be made at dineatbuca.com/reservations/.
The Capital Grille
40 W. Washington St., (317) 423-8790, thecapitalgrille.com. Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
In addition to its standard dinner menu, Capital Grille will serve a Thanksgiving spread that includes turkey, brioche stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, French green beans, sweet potatoes, cranberry and pear chutney, rolls and pumpkin cheesecake. Place your reservation at thecapitalgrille.com/events/thanksgiving-dinner-menu or over the phone.
Cracker Barrel
Multiple Central Indiana locations, crackerbarrel.com. Normal hours, which vary by location.
Cracker Barrel locations will operate on normal hours Thanksgiving, serving their standard menus as well as holiday favorites like turkey, mashed potatoes and dressing.
Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant
3815 E. 96th St., (317) 574-9463 and 8696 E. U.S. Hwy 36, Avon, (317) 806-1234, chwinery.com. Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
In addition to its regular menu, this Illinois-based winery will offer a Thanksgiving menu at its restaurants that includes turkey, stuffing, butternut squash soup, mashed potatoes, green beans and carrots, cranberry sauce and pumpkin praline cheesecake. Adults dine for $37 each, while children 12 and under eat for $16. You can reserve your spot at chwinery.com/thanksgiving-2025.
Eddie Merlot’s
3645 E. 96th St., (317) 846-8303 eddiemerlots.com. Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The seafood and steak chain will offer a mix of traditional Thanksgiving dishes and steakhouse fare Thanksgiving Day. Dine-in meals ($50 per adult, $25 per child) include a choice of salad or soup, turkey with stuffing, gravy and cranberry relish, a choice of two starchy sides or vegetables and a choice of one dessert. Reservations can be made over the phone or at eddiemerlots.com/promotions/thanksgiving/.
Maggiano’s Little Italy
3550 E. 86th St., (317) 814-0700, maggianos.com. Open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
An upscale take on the classic Thanksgiving feast will be available for dine-in guests at Maggiano’s. The family-style menu includes two salads, two entrees (choice of roasted turkey with gravy and stuffing, smoked ham with whipped sweet potatoes or grilled salmon with sautéed spinach), choice of two pastas and two traditional sides and a choice of dessert (pumpkin praline cheesecake, apple crostada or chocolate layered cake). Place your reservation by phone or at maggianos.com/reservations/.
McCormick and Schmick’s
110 N. Illinois St., (317) 631-9500, mccormickandschmicks.com. Open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
On top of its regular dinner menu, McCormick and Schmick’s will serve a classic Thanksgiving meal with a choice of mixed greens salad or butternut squash soup, turkey with cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce and vegetables, with the option to add pumpkin pie for $5. Adults dine for $39, children for $15. You can find more information and make reservations at mccormickandschmicks.com/event/thanksgiving/.
The Oceanaire Seafood Room
30 S. Meridian St., (317) 955-2277, theoceanaire.com. Open noon to 8 p.m.
This upscale seafood spot’s basic Thanksgiving meal is $59 per guest and includes a 12-ounce turkey breast with gravy, stuffing, cranberry chutney, green beans almondine, creamed corn and mashed potatoes. You can make your reservation over the phone or at theoceanaire.com/event/thanksgiving-2025/.
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
45 S. Illinois St., (317) 633-1313 and 2727 E. 86th St., (317) 844-1155, ruthschris.com. Both open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
This steakhouse’s Thanksgiving spread includes a choice of soup or salad, turkey with sausage stuffing, turkey and cranberry relish, a choice of side (garlic mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, creamed spinach, green beans) and pumpkin cheesecake with vanilla ice cream. Adult meals start at $48 per diner; children’s meals start at $20. You can reserve your table over the phone or at ruthschris.com/promotions/thanksgiving.
Seasons 52
8650 Keystone Crossing, (317) 846-5252, seasons52.com, open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Seasons 52’s dine-in Thanksgiving menu ($40 per adult, $19 per child) includes turkey, gravy, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, brioche stuffing, green beans, mashed sweet potatoes, cranberry relish and a miniature layered pumpkin dessert. Place your reservation over the phone or at seasons52.com/events/traditional-thanksgiving-dinner.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
3316 E. 86th St., (317) 580-1280, sullivanssteakhouse.com, open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sullivan’s will serve a traditional three-course dinner including a choice of soup or salad, roasted turkey with stuffing and cranberry relish, a choice of two classic sides and a choice of dessert. Adults dine for $52, kids for $25. See the full menu and place your reservation at sullivanssteakhouse.com/promotions/thanksgiving/.
Weber Grill
10 N. Illinois St., (317) 636-7600, webergrillrestaurant.com, open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Weber’s three-course spread includes a choice of salad or butternut squash soup, smoked turkey with grilled sausage stuffing, gravy, roasted vegetables, cranberry sauce and a choice of whipped sweet potatoes or mashed potatoes and pumpkin Bundt cake for dessert. Each adult meal costs $42.95, while children 12 and under eat for $19.95 each. Reservations are encouraged by phone or at webergrillrestaurant.com/reservations/.
Contact dining reporter Bradley Hohulin at bhohulin@indystar.com. You can follow him on Twitter/X @BradleyHohulin and stay up to date with Indy dining news by signing up for the Indylicious newsletter.
Indianapolis, IN
NFL power rankings after Week 10: Indianapolis Colts have NFL’s best record, but are they the best team?
The Indianapolis Colts (8-2) head into their bye week tied with five teams with the fewest losses in the NFL: the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots (both 8-2) in the AFC, and Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams (all 7-2) in the NFC.
The Colts hold the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoff picture, but that doesn’t translate to No. 1 in the NFL power rankings. The Eagles, Rams, Seahawks and Broncos are getting those votes. Among this group, the Colts have an average ranking of about 4.6.
NFL power rankings Week 11: Indianapolis Colts rise after overtime win
“Give the ball to Jonathan Taylor. They got back to what they should always be doing, and it paid off big against the Falcons.”
“Jonathan Taylor is this year’s Saquon Barkley — and he didn’t even have to change teams.”
“Only eight running backs last season had more than 1,139 yards. Only six had 15 or more rushing touchdowns last season. That’s Jonathan Taylor’s stat line after just 10 games. He’s the favorite to win NFL Offensive Player of the Year, but Taylor should be considered for a higher award than that.”
“While teams are getting at Daniel Jones and certainly flustering him more frequently, it won’t be until an opponent matches the Colts’ offensive efficiency and forces Jonathan Taylor into a full-time pass protecting role that this train will start to leave the tracks. Jones — aided by a beautiful fourth-down catch from Tyler Warren — showed that the team has guts to back up special personnel and elite playcalling.”
“Indianapolis has been having a party over the first few months of the season, speeding past inferior opponents and playing up to (and exceeding) the contenders it has faced so far.
“Teams seem to be adjusting to this offense, though, and quarterback Daniel Jones’s bad habits are creeping up as a result. With Kansas City, Houston, and Seattle making up three of Indy’s next four games, we’ll see whether the Colts can be taken seriously — or whether they’re just a fun story for the regular season.”
“Sunday’s win should give the Colts confidence for a couple of reasons. They head into their bye week knowing they can win when not everything is perfect. They also know last week’s trade for Sauce Gardner is going to have a substantial and early impact.”
“If it seems like it’s been forever since a team rode a sensational running back and a strong defense to a Super Bowl − taking whatever a sometimes inconsistent quarterback provided − well, it’s actually only been nine months.”
“It wasn’t easy, and they needed overtime, but they did put up an amazing 519 yards on the Falcons. And Indiana Jones is back on track.”
“(Daniel Jones) was supposed to be riding out the end of a disappointing career in Indianapolis. Instead, he has the best passer rating of his career and is ninth in the league in EPA per dropback (0.18). Jones’ 265.9 passing yards per game and 8.3 passing yards per attempt are both career highs, and his 15 touchdowns tie for his second-best season. He’s the league’s best bargain, on a one-year, $14 million deal.”
NFL playoff picture
AFC through Week 10
Seed
Team
Record
1.
Colts
8-2
2.
Broncos
8-2
3.
Patriots
8-2
4.
Steelers
5-4
5.
Chargers
7-3
6.
Bills
6-3
7.
Jaguars
5-4
NFC through Week 10
| Seed | Team | Record |
| 1. | Eagles | 7-2 |
| 2. | Seahawks | 7-2 |
| 3. | Lions | 6-3 |
| 4. | Buccaneers | 6-3 |
| 5. | Rams | 7-2 |
| 6. | Bears | 6-3 |
| 7. | Packers | 5-3-1 |
Joel A. Erickson and Nathan Brown cover the Colts all season. Get more coverage on IndyStarTV and with the Colts Insider newsletter.
Take a snow day with IndyStar (and pups) as we hit the sledding hill
Here’s how IndyStar’s Madyson Crane spent the snow day on Monday, with guest appearances from 4-legged friends Freya and Lucy.
It’s not winter yet, but Indianapolis has already seen nearly 2 inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service.
Snow blew in late on the afternoon of Nov. 9, bringing with it a winter weather advisory, and stopped falling midday on Nov. 10, dropping 1.8 inches on the capital city. Areas north of Indianapolis saw slightly more precipitation, with Frankfort topping out at 3.4 inches.
The cold front isn’t over quite yet. Scattered flurries are possible before 4 p.m. Nov. 11.
But temperatures will warm back up to a sunny 55 degrees by Nov. 12, the National Weather Service predicts.
When does winter actually begin? According to meteorologists, Dec. 1 starts the season, though most people push that back to Dec. 21 and the winter solstice.
Here’s how much snow was reported to the NWS on the morning of Nov. 10. Snow continued to fall in some parts of Indiana into the early afternoon, so a finalized report expected tomorrow will likely show slightly higher totals, an agency spokesperson explained.
Indianapolis area snow totals
- Brownsburg: 1.2 inches
- Carmel: 2.3 inches
- Eagle Creek Reservoir, west: 2.3 inches
- Greenfield: 1.2 inches
- Greenwood: 1 inch
- Indianapolis International Airport: 1.8 inches
- Westfield: 2.8 inches
- Zionsville: 1.7 inches
Northern and Central Indiana snow totals
- Anderson: 2.5 inches
- Ball State University: 3 inches
- Frankfort: 3.4 inches
- Kokomo: 3 inches
Southern Indiana snow totals
- Bloomington: 0.8 inches
- Columbus: 0.2 inches
- Elnora: 0.4 inches
- Nashville: 0.5 inches
Ryan Murphy is the communities reporter for IndyStar. She can be reached at rhmurphy@indystar.com.
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