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Burmese American Community Institute to offer job application workshop

2 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

Are you looking for a job but overwhelmed by the preparation and application process? The Burmese American Community Institute will host a resume and job interview preparation workshop for community members on May 15. The event will walk attendees through the job application process, including how to write a resume and how to prepare for interviews. Participants will be able to participate in mock interviews.
Monon Yard neighbors have big ideas for 16-acre site

3 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Peter Blanchard

A grocery store. A dog park. Apartments. Those are some of the possibilities for a prime piece of real estate — colloquially referred to as “The Bulge” — located immediately west of the Monon Trail between 25th and 28th Street in the Monon Yard neighborhood on the north side. After years of being vacant and going through a cleanup effort, the 16-acre site of an old railyard is ready and ripe for development.
Indiana Charter School Board approvals set stage for Indianapolis schools’ growth

5 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Carley Lanich

Two Indianapolis schools will merge and a third will become a charter school under changes approved by the Indiana Charter School Board this month. The board met on May 8 to hear requests from the two merging schools — ACE Prep and Circle City Prep on the northeast side — and Cold Spring School, a school on the northwest side that’s looking for more independence. In both cases, school leaders said restructuring would secure financial stability for years to come.
Ivy Tech Indy, IU to host car seat inspection event May 14

5 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

The IU School of Medicine and Safe Kids Indiana are hosting a car seat-inspection event May 14 at Ivy Tech’s Indianapolis campus. Certified child passenger safety technicians will be available to inspect car seats and reinstall them, if needed. Free car seats are available to families who need them, as supplies last. To receive a car seat, you must bring your child and your car to the event.
Eli Lilly, Purdue announce $250M research collaboration

5 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

Eli Lilly and Co. and Purdue University announced a $250-million expansion of their research partnership on May 9. Over the next eight years, Lilly and Purdue will collaborate on pharmaceutical research in Indianapolis, West Lafayette and at the Limitless Exploration/Advanced Pace District in Lebanon.
Mirror Indy wins nearly $40K from United Way during innovation pitch competition

5 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Elizabeth Gabriel

Mirror Indy won nearly $40,000 in grant money May 8 at the United Way of Central Indiana’s Propel pitch contest. Launched in December 2023, the local newsroom was among six nonprofits that vied for around $100,000 during the pitch competition before a panel of community leaders who judged the competition at Salesforce Tower. Mirror Indy won $19,994.95 through the People’s Choice Award, which was based on votes submitted by community members in person and virtually.
YMCA opens enrollment for 2025-26 Before and After School program

5 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Carley Lanich

Need a place for your kid to hang out before or after school? Even though this school year is just winding down, it’s never too early to start thinking about next year. Registration is open for The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis’ 2025-26 Before and After School program. The YMCA works with 10 districts and several charter schools in Central Indiana to provide care for students. Most programs are run directly within students’ schools.
We asked you to call your mom. Your messages made us laugh and cry

6 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Sophie Young

A lot of times in my life, my mom has said I wouldn’t understand how deep love can be until I become a mom. She and the other women in my life have shown me the persistence of a mother’s love. The gift of your vulnerability in these voicemails has helped me understand maternal love just a bit more, too. Happy Mother’s Day, to all the moms and mother figures out there. Hi, Mom! It’s your favorite daughter. I’m just calling to say happy Mother’s Day.
Here’s what’s happening in Center Township in May

6 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Peter Blanchard

The Center Township Trustee’s Office is offering assistance programs to residents who qualify. Individuals in need of assistance can go to the Center Township Trustee’s Office at the Julia Carson Government Center, 300 E. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive or call 317-633-3610. Residents can also sign up for the Center Township Trustee monthly calendar by emailing [email protected]. Here’s a list of events happening in May. 🗓️ 6-8:15 p.m. Tuesday, May 13📍 Julia Carson Government Center, 300 E.
Celebrate different cultures at free festival in Lawrence

1 week ago | mirrorindy.org | Darian Benson

Celebrate different cultures at Lawrence’s International Festival. The festival is from noon to 4 p.m. May 10 at the Lawrence Civic Plaza, 5710 Lawrence Village Parkway. The event will feature live music, dance performances and art. There will also be food trucks, games and crafts. The family friendly event is free. More information can be found online. Mirror Indy, a nonprofit newsroom, is funded through grants and donations from individuals, foundations and organizations.