Marlee Thomas

Indianapolis

Reporter at WISH-TV (Indianapolis, IN)

Lifestyle Reporter WISH-TV • Former @WLFI Weekday Evening Anchor • Host for Purdue Men’s Basketball • @BallState Alum

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Tripadvisor names Bottleworks Hotel among top U.S. hotels - Indianapolis News

1 week ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Bottleworks Hotel is receiving big recognition. The Indianapolis hotel was just named one of TripAdvisor’s Top 25 Hotels in the United States. Josh Rodgers is the General Manager of Bottleworks. He says they are so honored to receive this recognition. “We’ve also prided ourselves on really leaning in with the guest,” Rodgers said. “One of the great things about this accolade is that it’s from the guest with all of their reviews and feedback.”The hotel has 139 rooms.
Lily Bauer raises awareness for Down syndrome - Indianapolis News

1 week ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Lily Bauer is raising awareness for down syndrome. Lily started her community service initiative for her little sister, Mary Elizabeth, who has down syndrome. “She’s so full of life and full of love,” said Bauer. Lily wrote her own book called All About Mary: A to Z. She says her book is truly a labor of love. “I wrote it to educate younger kids about my little sister,” Bauer said.
Unique drinks at Brownsburg's Best Friends Coffee - Indianapolis News

1 week ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

BROWNSBURG (WISH) — Located in Brownsburg, Best Friends Coffee and Bagels offers a unique selection of drinks. The shop is owned by best friends, Bob and Chico. The coffee shop is known for their flights. They offer coffee flights, latte flights and mimosa flights. Katrina Siedlecki is the General Manager. She says it’s important to create a welcoming environment. “I want my staff to feel at home, and I want them to have fun at work, and I want them to feel heard,” Siedlecki said.
Pavel and Direct Contact to perform Cuban tribute at The Jazz Kitchen

1 week ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Pavel Polanco-Safadit and Direct Contact are preparing for a big show at The Jazz Kitchen. Pavel says there will be a special salute to Cuba. “We have our own show and then we have a tribute to Cuba,” Pavel said. “We have an hour and a half show and we will have a roughly 12-to-14-minute musical tribute to Cuba.”Pavel says it’s truly a show for everyone to enjoy with salsa rhythms and tropical melodies. If you would like more information, click here.
Brownsburg's Best Friends Coffee and Bagels: A community-driven hub

2 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

BROWNSBURG (WISH) — For today’s Monday Jolt, we took a trip to Brownsburg to visit Best Friends Coffee and Bagels. The coffee shop is known for their flights. They offer coffee flights, latte flights and mimosa flights. Katrina Siedlecki is the General Manager. She says here are four different flavors available on the flights. Siedlecki says Best Friends Coffee and Bagels is all about focusing on the community.
Noblesville hosts Peony Festival this weekend - Indianapolis News

3 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

NOBLESVILLE (WISH) — The highly anticipated Indiana Peony Festival returns this weekend!The festival is all about celebrating the peony, which is the state flower. Tonight, the Peonies in the Park event takes place, which kicks off the weekend full of events. “Tomorrow when the Peony Festival opens, it will be an incredible day filled with everything that a peony lover could ever want,” Todd Jamison said, vice president of the Indiana Peony Festival.
Glamping trend on the rise at Indianapolis KOA Holiday in Greenfield

3 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

GREENFIELD (WISH) — In honor of National Camping Month coming up in June, Indianapolis KOA Holiday in Greenfield is showcasing their new glamping tents. Rachel Vaughan is the Hospitality Director for Indianapolis KOA. She says the tents are from Europe. “We found these in Tennessee so that’s where we got the idea,” Vaughan said. “When you step inside you see luxury and feel luxury, so you don’t even feel like you’re camping.”There are five different glamping tents located on the property.
Experience golf at Westfield's Wood Wind Golf Course - Indianapolis News

3 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

WESTFIELD (WISH) — Wood Wind Golf Course in Westfield is participating in the WISH-TV GR8 Golf Card promotion. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy local golf courses in the area. If you purchase the Gr8 Golf Card, you’ll get one round of golf at each participating golf course. A total of 26 golf courses are participating. Wood Wind Golf Course is one of the locations you’ll be able to play at. It’s the only public golf course in Westfield. Elliot Elger is the PGA Head Golf Professional.
Sweet & Snacks Expo showcases latest industry trends in Indianapolis

3 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Sweet & Snacks Expo is underway at the Indiana Convention Center. The business-to-business event has over 1,000 exhibitors on-hand. The convention runs until Thursday. The expo is not open to the public. It’s only open to those in the sweets and snacks trade. Attendees can see all of the latest trends in the industry. At the convention guest can also see the Indiana Trail, which features a variety of Indiana based brands.
Java House hosts ECR drivers for fan meet and greet - Indianapolis News

3 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Marlee Thomas

ZIONSVILLE (WISH) — Java House in Zionsville is getting fans pumped up for the Indinapolis 500. Tonight from 4:00 to 6:00 gust can meet three ECR drivers. Christian Rasmussen, Ed Carpenter and Alexander Rossi from the ECR racing team will all be in attendance. “They’ll be meeting fans and signing autographs,” Thompson said. “You’ll also be able to see two cars, so it’ll be a lot of fun.”All of the drivers each have their own signature drinks.