Indianapolis, IN
Science labs and revived athletics: See the upgrades one IPS school hopes voters support
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The planetarium at Arlington Center College has been left unused for years, amassing mud as a cupboard space stuffed with chairs, keyboards, and bins.
But when voters say sure to a $410 million poll query in Might, the deserted gem — which was the primary highschool planetarium in Indiana when it was devoted in 1965 — will probably be restored.
Indianapolis Public Faculties’ proposed tax improve would pay for constructing enhancements at Arlington and 22 different faculties because the district rolls out its Rebuilding Stronger reorganization.
The plan additionally goals to create a extra effectively run district with higher tutorial choices, shut six faculties, and provide specialised tutorial programming at others.
Arlington Center College’s planetarium has sat unused for years. If voters approve a poll query in Might, new funding will deliver the area again to life.
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It additionally breaks up the district’s Okay-8 faculties, creating distinct elementary and center faculties, in order that college students can obtain higher tutorial and extracurricular choices — from band and world languages to softball and baseball.
Arlington Center College will obtain $66 million if the poll measure is profitable, making it the only largest beneficiary among the many 23 faculties. Arlington would rework right into a STEM college in 2024-25 and combine the planetarium into the curriculum. The varsity would additionally add sixth grade to its present seventh and eighth grades.
It might additionally add an 81,000-square-foot, two-story addition, create a brand new media heart and household useful resource heart, and set up science labs and a makerspace.
“The subsequent chapter of Arlington is thrilling as a result of we get to put in writing a brand new narrative,” stated Principal Iesha Billups.
The poll measure’s income would additionally revive the varsity’s athletic fields, which have been essential when the varsity served grades 7-12 however which college students don’t use a lot now.
The upgrades will rework these fields into high-quality, competition-ready fields.
“When it’s finished, children will have the ability to observe six sports activities concurrently throughout this area,” stated IPS Chief Operations Officer Invoice Murphy on Thursday morning, as he stood behind the varsity and seemed over the fields.
IPS Chief Operations Officer Invoice Murphy explains proposed upgrades to Arlington Center College’s athletic fields. Though the varsity has a softball area and tennis courts, center college college students don’t at the moment use them. Officers hope a $410 million capital referendum will change that.
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A key purpose of the tax improve is to deliver all elementary and center faculties into good situation inside the subsequent eight years, in order that these buildings solely require routine upkeep as an alternative of huge investments involving HVAC or roof repairs.
Officers say that greater than 30% of the district’s are in “poor” situation, that means the associated fee to renovate the constructing is between 30% and 40% of the associated fee to switch all the constructing. A 2020 evaluation commissioned by IPS reported that Arlington was in “good” situation, that means that the price of upgrades the varsity wants is barely between 10% and 20% of the associated fee to switch all the constructing
However Arlington, inbuilt 1961, would nonetheless get upgrades to its roof, inside lighting, fireplace alarms, and cameras and safety, Murphy stated.
“If you consider the coed expertise on daily basis, exhibiting up at a college that’s too sizzling or too chilly, that doesn’t have water that runs clear, clear, and shortly, is an actual downer,” he stated. “And these are the types of preconditions that set college students up for fulfillment.”
Enhancements at different faculties embody upgrades to allow Thomas Carr Howe Center College to enroll college students as soon as once more, and a brand new constructing on the web site of Joyce Kilmer College 69.
Early voting is at the moment out there on the Indianapolis Metropolis-County Constructing, with further websites opening on April 22.
Election day is Might 2. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to six p.m., and Marion County residents can vote at any of the county’s voting facilities.
Amelia Pak-Harvey covers Indianapolis and Marion County faculties for Chalkbeat Indiana. Contact Amelia at apak-harvey@chalkbeat.org.
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Indianapolis, IN
Indy promoter hopes education leads to a safer Indianapolis
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INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis event promoter Teddrick Hardy is disappointed that violence has become prevalent in the Circle City.
“It’s very frustrating because I’m going to like my eleventh year in promoting and myself, alongside other promoters, put a lot of work in having successful, safe and joyful events,” Hardy said.
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Over the past couple of months, WRTV has reported on numerous parties and gatherings that have been held illegally or without proper permits.
In some cases, these events have ended in violence.
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“Our goal is to gather groups of people to come and see these establishments to spend money, to bring their friends out to celebrate,” Hardy explained.
Now, promoters like Hardy are learning from various Indianapolis government agencies to ensure events can continue in a safe manner.
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On Wednesday, these agencies hosted an ask the officials event aimed at answering promoters questions on how to properly organize and operate events.
“We all want safe events,” IMPD Deputy Chief Kendale Adams said. “We all want people to come and have a good time. It’s a part of what I did when I was young, and it’s important that we educate promoters on what that looks like.”
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Hardy is hopeful the event will lead to safer events being held in Indianapolis.
“I want to see Indianapolis become a better place,” he said.
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The full Ask the Officials meeting can be viewed here.
Indianapolis, IN
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse to open Indiana location this week. What to know
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Watch: Thieves perform elaborate heist to steal steaks
Burglars used their truck to back into a steakhouse and steal precious (and expensive) meat from the owners in Denver.
A high-end steakhouse with a name that’s a mouthful is making its debut in Indiana.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse will open in downtown Indianapolis at 14 W. Maryland St. on Aug. 2, serving hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood.
It’s the first traditional steakhouse chain operation to open in downtown Indy since Tony’s landed at 110 W. Washington St. in 2018.
Harmony Steak House, a Japanese concept, plans to soon open a restaurant at 220 N. Meridian St.
Who owns Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse?
The Houston-based brand was founded in 1981 with the first Del Frisco’s opening in Louisville, Kentucky.
Since 2019, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse has been owned by Landy’s Inc., which also operates Mastro’s, Morton’s The Steakhouse and The Oceanaire Seafood Room fine dining chains; Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Joe’s Crab Shack and McCormick & Schmick’s casual restaurants; various hotels and Golden Nugget casinos.
Other Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse restaurants are in Atlanta, Georgia; Boston, Maryland; Charlotte, North Carolina; Dallas, Texas; Denver, Colorado; Fort Worth, Texas; Houston, Texas; Las Vegas, Nevada; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; Orlando, Florida; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Plano, Texas; San Diego, California; and Washington, D.C.
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Management is Indiana grown
Alan Forman is general manager at the Indianapolis restaurant.
He grew up in Middletown, Indiana, and worked at The Oceanaire Seafood Room in Indianapolis, as well as local Olive Garden restaurants and Morton’s The Steakhouse in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Del Frisco’s steaks and butter cake
Del Friso’s specializes in USDA Prime beef, so expect the likes of 45-day, 16-ounce dry-aged Prime ribeye ($90); 32-ounce Tomahawk ($130); and three-ounce Japanese A5 Wagyu steaks ($80).
Its signature dessert is a butter cake served warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream and caramel sauce ($14).
Drinks at the Del Frisco’s in Indianapolis
The wine list is huge, with 700 selections to start.
A bar on the first floor, hosting live music, has a shelf dedicated to bourbon and one that is filled with tequila.
Breakfast deal: Perkins offers classic meal for under $5
Dining space is over two floors
Total seating at the restaurant is 204, including 34 seats on the patio.
The main dining room is on the second floor, accessible via stairs or elevator. Private dining areas are available.
Each Del Frisco’s is decorated to reflect its host city. At the Indianapolis restaurant, the design is industrial and the art is racing themed.
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Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse dress code
An upscale dress code is enforced at Del Frisco’s.
No:
- Beachwear
- Gym attire, including sweatpants, sweatshirts or hoodies
- Athletic apparel
- Jerseys
- Hats
- Beanies
- Bandanas
- Ball caps
- Oversized, baggy clothing
- Tank tops
- Sleeveless shirts
- Excessively revealing clothing
- Clothing with offensive language
- Clothing emitting offensive odors
Does Del Frisco’s deliver?
Delivery from the Indianapolis restaurant will be available through third-party services 30-60 days after the opening, management said.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse Indianapolis hours
Del Frisco’s, Double Eagle Steakhouse, 14 W. Maryland, will operate Monday through Saturday 4-10 p.m., and Sunday 4-9 p.m. On Sept. 2, hours are 4-9 p.m.
The restaurant will be open 365 days a year, and will host private events during lunch hours.
Contact IndyStar reporter Cheryl V. Jackson at cheryl.jackson@indystar.com or 317-444-6264. Follow her on X.com:@cherylvjackson.
Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis-area restaurants that opened and closed in July
August’s arrival marks the end of summer vacation and the start of a new school year. The ever-churning cycle of endings and beginnings is nothing new to Indy’s dining scene, which welcomed a fresh crop of eateries while saying good-bye to others last month.
For the third consecutive month, a beloved neighborhood spot said farewell after a 20-plus-year run. Meanwhile, regional chains expanded throughout the Circle City and the North Perry neighborhood received an infusion of Filipino flavor. Here are the restaurants that came and went in July — plus one to kick off August.
Restaurants that opened in July
Mambo’s Cheesesteak Grill, Salesforce Tower
111 Monument Circle Suite 120, mamboscheesesteakgrill.com, opened July 9
While the closure of City Market shuttered the original Mambo’s, the cheesesteak outfit has maintained booths at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and The AMP at 16 Tech. Last week it opened a new brick-and-mortar location in Salesforce Tower. Situated next to the recently closed Yolk location, Mambo’s brings its renowned cheesesteaks and other sandwiches to the corner of Pennsylvania and Ohio streets.
His Place Eatery
1411 W. 86th St., (317) 7990-3406, hisplaceeatery.com, opened July 10
The popular Arlington Woods soul food spot opened its second location at the corner of Ditch Road and West 86th Street in St. Vincent-Greenbriar. The menu at His Place is stuffed with smoked meats, fried fish and classic comfort foods like macaroni and cheese, candied yams and mashed potatoes.
Kyuramen x TBaar Mass Ave
530 Massachusetts Ave., (317) 961-8888, kyuramen.com, opened July 10
Kyuramen, a New York-based chain with nearly 40 locations nationally, opened its first Indiana restaurant on Mass Ave. The Japanese-American eatery sells ramen, omurice and tempura among other Asian-inspired dishes. Joining Kyruamen in the space is TBaar, a bubble tea chain with over 40 United States locations.
Yollie’s Filipino American Kitchen
4141 S. East St., (317) 455-5123, yolliekitchen.com, opened July 23
The flagship restaurant of Indianapolis’ Philippine Cultural Community Center, Yollie’s brings traditional Filipino flavors to the Circle City. Dishes like tangy chicken adobo, peanut butter-stewed kare kare and banana blossoms in coconut milk offer familiar flavors to Hoosier Filipinos and a chance for others try something new.
Wing Zone on Keystone
5527 N. Keystone Ave., (317) 419-3604, wingzone.com, opened July 24
The Gainesville, Florida-based chicken joint opened its first Indiana location on Keystone Avenue in Millersville. Wing Zone, which sells fried chicken, sandwiches and salads in addition to wings, has nearly 30 locations nationwide.
Java House, Simon Building
225 W. Washington St., javahouse.com, opened July 25
The Carmel-based coffee shop’s twelfth café opened on the ground floor of the Simon Building. Java House offers a variety of sweet signature lattes alongside juice, lemonade, tea, black coffee and select food items.
More coverage: Java House bringing another coffee shop to downtown Indianapolis
California Burger
2831 E. 38th St., (317) 426-3021, californiaburgerinc.com
Speedway-based California Burger’s third location opened in the Meadows neighborhood Aug. 1, serving free ice cream cones for its first six hours of operation. The smashed-patty purveyor also has a location in Castleton, which opened in summer 2021.
Restaurants that closed in July
MOTW Coffee Castleton
6706 E. 82nd St., closed early July
Carmel-based MOTW (Muslims of the World) Coffee announced the closure of its Castleton location with a note posted to the shop’s front door. The note from the MOTW staff attributed the closure to the end of the store’s lease and said the location would move to Illinois. On June 23, MOTW announced on Facebook the opening of its Naperville, Illinois location, the chain’s second in the Prairie State. MOTW still has three Indiana locations: Eagledale, Fishers and Carmel.
Rene’s Bakery
6524 Cornell Ave, closed July 14
After more than 20 years in Broad Ripple, this beloved bakery announced it “will most likely be closed indefinitely” amid owner Albert Rene Trevino’s ongoing health concerns. Rene’s opened on Cornell Avenue in 2004 and sold a variety of pastries while amassing a loyal customer base throughout its neighborhood and beyond. That community showed out in full force when Trevino’s daughter Olivia launched a GoFundMe to help pay for her father’s medical bills — the fundraiser has netted more than $85,000.
Full story: Rene’s Bakery ‘most likely’ closed after 20 years
Did we miss an opening or closing in your neighborhood? Contactdining reporter Bradley Hohulin at bhohulin@indystar.com. You can follow him on Twitter/X @bradleyhohulin.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indianapolis-area restaurants that opened and closed in July 2024
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