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Indiana schools see political shift with Turning Point push

Conservative state leaders are changing their strategy on politics in schools to promote Turning Point groups.

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Several years ago, Indiana&#x27;s GOP leadership was focused on removing political ideology from the state&#x27;s schools, but it backs a partnership with the conservative Turning Point USA.The big picture: Earlier this month, Indiana became the eighth state to partner with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Turning Point USA" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/12/indiana-strengthens-partnership-with-turning-point-usa" data-vars-content-id="75d42808-358c-4e44-80d0-a82c305d16a8" data-vars-headline="Indiana schools see political shift with Turning Point push" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/12/indiana-strengthens-partnership-with-turning-point-usa" target="_self">Turning Point USA</a>, endorsing its Club America initiative.

'Burb Bites: Westfield's plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments

Westfield's massive Ironstone development narrowly survived a city council vote.

This week&#x27;s news from around the region includes a huge housing development in Westfield, a prestigious tennis facility in Noblesville and a local woman set to make a splash on reality TV.🏘️ The Westfield City Council narrowly approved Ironstone, a 765-acre development that will bring more than 1,700 single-family homes and townhouses and 250 apartments to the city&#x27;s far north side.<ul><li>It&#x27;s one of the largest residential projects in Westfield&#x27;s history, and the 4-3 vote signals a growing rift between city leaders and some residents over how fast the city should grow.</li><li>The project is located on the north and south sides of 206th Street where it intersects Horton and Six Points roads, and will be built over 10 to 15 years.</li><li>Mayor Scott Willis said infrastructure upgrades, including road improvements and a new fire department, must be finished before the first house is built.</li></ul>💑 Despite a Carmel man having <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="his &quot;Bachelorette&quot; debut called off" data-vars-click-url="https://www.indystar.com/story/entertainment/2026/03/19/former-purdue-basketball-player-among-this-seasons-bachelorette-cast/89086783007/" data-vars-content-id="ff7bf4d3-6af3-4ac3-8326-3c289c3cdf36" data-vars-headline="&#x27;Burb Bites: Westfield&#x27;s plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.indystar.com/story/entertainment/2026/03/19/former-purdue-basketball-player-among-this-seasons-bachelorette-cast/89086783007/" target="_blank">his &quot;Bachelorette&quot; debut called off</a> earlier this month, another HamCo native is getting a shot at love on the small screen.<ul><li>26-year-old Delaney Kluger of Noblesville is part of the cast of &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Love Overboard" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hulu.com/series/love-overboard-3efa9bfe-6a96-4820-828c-d34dd94dd761" data-vars-content-id="ff7bf4d3-6af3-4ac3-8326-3c289c3cdf36" data-vars-headline="&#x27;Burb Bites: Westfield&#x27;s plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hulu.com/series/love-overboard-3efa9bfe-6a96-4820-828c-d34dd94dd761" target="_blank">Love Overboard</a>,&quot; Hulu&#x27;s new yacht-based dating competition that premiered last week.</li><li>The show is described as &quot;Bachelor in Paradise&quot; meets &quot;Love Island.&quot;</li><li>In her <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="official show bio" data-vars-click-url="https://press.hulu.com/bios/delaney-26/" data-vars-content-id="ff7bf4d3-6af3-4ac3-8326-3c289c3cdf36" data-vars-headline="&#x27;Burb Bites: Westfield&#x27;s plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://press.hulu.com/bios/delaney-26/" target="_blank">official show bio</a>, Kluger says she was raised in chaos and moved to New York at 16 to pursue fashion after struggling to fit in in her hometown.</li></ul>🎾 Also in Noblesville, Serena Williams&#x27; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="former tennis coach" data-vars-click-url="https://www.espn.com/espnw/news-commentary/story/_/id/13616431/us-open-how-serena-williams-found-new-level-success-coach-patrick-mouratoglou" data-vars-content-id="ff7bf4d3-6af3-4ac3-8326-3c289c3cdf36" data-vars-headline="&#x27;Burb Bites: Westfield&#x27;s plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.espn.com/espnw/news-commentary/story/_/id/13616431/us-open-how-serena-williams-found-new-level-success-coach-patrick-mouratoglou" target="_blank">former tennis coach</a> has plans to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="open a training facility" data-vars-click-url="https://www.noblesville.in.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/43" data-vars-content-id="ff7bf4d3-6af3-4ac3-8326-3c289c3cdf36" data-vars-headline="&#x27;Burb Bites: Westfield&#x27;s plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.noblesville.in.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/43" target="_blank">open a training facility</a> near the Innovation Mile corridor.<ul><li>Founded by Patrick Mouratoglou, the Mouratoglou Tennis Center is being proposed for 14469 Olio Road at the Deer Creek Business Park.</li><li>The facility would feature six indoor tennis courts, eight padel courts and four indoor futsal pitches, offering private lessons and seasonal camps</li><li>If approved, construction is expected to begin in May with a soft opening in August, a full opening in September and the academy program launching in October. A public hearing is scheduled for April 20 before the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Noblesville Plan Commission" data-vars-click-url="https://www.noblesville.in.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-250" data-vars-content-id="ff7bf4d3-6af3-4ac3-8326-3c289c3cdf36" data-vars-headline="&#x27;Burb Bites: Westfield&#x27;s plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.noblesville.in.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-250" target="_blank">Noblesville Plan Commission</a>.</li></ul>🏨 Hospitality startup <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Veloce Hotels" data-vars-click-url="https://www.velocehotels.com/" data-vars-content-id="ff7bf4d3-6af3-4ac3-8326-3c289c3cdf36" data-vars-headline="&#x27;Burb Bites: Westfield&#x27;s plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.velocehotels.com/" target="_blank">Veloce Hotels</a> is raising funds to bring its vision for a slate of luxury motorsports-themed hotels to central Indiana, starting with a $189 million project in Carmel.<ul><li>With $1.1 million already in hand, the company is opening a $5.5 million seed round to acquire potential development sites in Carmel and Westfield along the U.S. 31 corridor.</li><li>In addition to a flagship hotel in Carmel, Veloce wants to build a $135 million hotel near Grand Park Sports Campus.</li></ul>🍦 Just in time for spring, Graeter&#x27;s Ice Cream has opened <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="its second Fishers location" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/Graeters/photos/grand-opening-our-second-location-in-fishers-indiana-is-now-open-8699-e-106th-st/1324118126415885/" data-vars-content-id="ff7bf4d3-6af3-4ac3-8326-3c289c3cdf36" data-vars-headline="&#x27;Burb Bites: Westfield&#x27;s plan to add nearly 2,000 homes and apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/Graeters/photos/grand-opening-our-second-location-in-fishers-indiana-is-now-open-8699-e-106th-st/1324118126415885/" target="_blank">its second Fishers location</a>.<ul><li>The new shop is off 106th Street near Lantern Road, and was chosen for its proximity to the Fishers Event Center.</li></ul>

Indy's population grows as nationwide immigration plummets

Our metro area grew by over 22,000 people from 2024 to 2025, double the national growth average.

Population growth is slowing in most counties nationwide amid a massive drop in immigration, but the Indianapolis metro is doing its best to buck the trend. Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="New Census data" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/44942673.27/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuY2Vuc3VzLmdvdi9uZXdzcm9vbS9wcmVzcy1yZWxlYXNlcy8yMDI2LzIwMjUtcG9wZXN0LW1ldHJvLW1pY3JvLWNvdW50aWVzLmh0bWw_dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1uZXdzbGV0dGVyJnV0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX2NhbXBhaWduPXNlbmR0b19sb2NhbG5ld3NsZXR0ZXJ0ZXN0JnN0cmVhbT10b3A/659da30dc51ba94612eb85e0Ba4298c06" data-vars-content-id="b0bf96af-0129-4584-a260-488a31b9ae82" data-vars-headline="Indy&#x27;s population grows as nationwide immigration plummets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/44942673.27/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuY2Vuc3VzLmdvdi9uZXdzcm9vbS9wcmVzcy1yZWxlYXNlcy8yMDI2LzIwMjUtcG9wZXN0LW1ldHJvLW1pY3JvLWNvdW50aWVzLmh0bWw_dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1uZXdzbGV0dGVyJnV0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX2NhbXBhaWduPXNlbmR0b19sb2NhbG5ld3NsZXR0ZXJ0ZXN0JnN0cmVhbT10b3A/659da30dc51ba94612eb85e0Ba4298c06" target="_self">New Census data</a> offers the best look yet at how tighter immigration enforcement is affecting America&#x27;s demographic makeup.

Sen. Todd Young leading latest effort to address national debt

Economists say Americans need to be concerned about the debt.

Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.) is leading an effort to address <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="America&#x27;s fiscal imbalance" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/22/washington-ignores-americas-fiscal-cliff" data-vars-content-id="700a9bb8-dc3c-441d-8783-e39a01b4f5d5" data-vars-headline="Sen. Todd Young leading latest effort to address national debt" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/22/washington-ignores-americas-fiscal-cliff" target="_self">America&#x27;s fiscal imbalance</a> and sounding the alarm about the danger of the ballooning national debt.The big picture: The national debt is nearly $40 trillion, more than $113,000 for every person in the country.<ul><li>The federal government is expected to spend more than $1 trillion on interest this year, Young told Axios.</li></ul>

Here's how Indiana's "bring your baby to work" policy is going

It's been three months since Gov. Mike Braun made his surprising policy announcement.

When Gov. Mike Braun announced his new &quot;bring your baby to work&quot; policy, it was <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="widely panned" data-vars-click-url="https://www.reddit.com/r/childfree/comments/1pd1wel/this_new_law_in_indiana_is_going_to_be_a/" data-vars-content-id="52519042-c02a-48b5-819f-71211197adfa" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s how Indiana&#x27;s &quot;bring your baby to work&quot; policy is going" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/childfree/comments/1pd1wel/this_new_law_in_indiana_is_going_to_be_a/" target="_blank">widely panned</a> as everything from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="out of touch" data-vars-click-url="https://www.reddit.com/r/Indiana/comments/1pew9u2/braun_killed_remote_work_his_solution_bring_your/" data-vars-content-id="52519042-c02a-48b5-819f-71211197adfa" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s how Indiana&#x27;s &quot;bring your baby to work&quot; policy is going" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Indiana/comments/1pew9u2/braun_killed_remote_work_his_solution_bring_your/" target="_blank">out of touch</a> to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="insulting" data-vars-click-url="https://www.indystar.com/story/opinion/columnists/2026/01/27/braun-baby-work-policy-childcare-crisis/88367144007/?gnt-cfr=1&amp;gca-cat=p&amp;gca-uir=true&amp;gca-epti=z1161xxp001950c001950e1161xxv004371d--59--b--59--&amp;gca-ft=193&amp;gca-ds=sophi" data-vars-content-id="52519042-c02a-48b5-819f-71211197adfa" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s how Indiana&#x27;s &quot;bring your baby to work&quot; policy is going" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.indystar.com/story/opinion/columnists/2026/01/27/braun-baby-work-policy-childcare-crisis/88367144007/?gnt-cfr=1&amp;gca-cat=p&amp;gca-uir=true&amp;gca-epti=z1161xxp001950c001950e1161xxv004371d--59--b--59--&amp;gca-ft=193&amp;gca-ds=sophi" target="_blank">insulting</a>.Why it matters: Three months in, the administration is evaluating the policy&#x27;s effectiveness and looking at how to expand it.

Why Greg Ballard is getting into the Secretary of State's race as an Independent

The former mayor of Indianapolis used to be a Republican.

Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard can count on one hand the number of times he&#x27;s made a major decision based on gut instinct: joining the U.S. Marine Corps after college, marrying his wife of 43 years and running for mayor in 2007.Why it matters: It&#x27;s been a decade since the two-term mayor left office, but he says he&#x27;s got that feeling again — this time, about entering Indiana&#x27;s crowded Secretary of State race.

The gap between renting and owning in Indy

Due to high prices and mortgage rates, Indy renters paid far less per month than homeowners in 2024.

Owning a home is 34% more expensive in Indianapolis than renting, mirroring a national trend playing out across all 100 of the largest U.S. metro areas, per a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="LendingTree analysis" data-vars-click-url="https://www.lendingtree.com/home/mortgage/comparing-rent-vs-owning-a-home-in-nations-largest-metros/" data-vars-content-id="ccb9b7c1-4597-498b-baa1-0fc14d5e5913" data-vars-headline="The gap between renting and owning in Indy" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.lendingtree.com/home/mortgage/comparing-rent-vs-owning-a-home-in-nations-largest-metros/" target="_blank">LendingTree analysis</a>.Why it matters: Despite Indianapolis being named 2026&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="most buyer-friendly metro by Zillow" data-vars-click-url="https://www.zillow.com/news/indianapolis-leads-zillows-list-of-the-best-markets-to-buy-a-home-in-2026/" data-vars-content-id="ccb9b7c1-4597-498b-baa1-0fc14d5e5913" data-vars-headline="The gap between renting and owning in Indy" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.zillow.com/news/indianapolis-leads-zillows-list-of-the-best-markets-to-buy-a-home-in-2026/" target="_blank">most buyer-friendly metro by Zillow</a> and one of the National Association of Realtors <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="top 10 homebuying hot spots" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/national-association-of-realtors-unveils-top-10-homebuying-hot-spots-for-2026" data-vars-content-id="ccb9b7c1-4597-498b-baa1-0fc14d5e5913" data-vars-headline="The gap between renting and owning in Indy" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/national-association-of-realtors-unveils-top-10-homebuying-hot-spots-for-2026" target="_blank">top 10 homebuying hot spots</a>, high home prices and mortgage rates could keep some hopeful homeowners left out of our increasingly competitive market.

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Eli Lilly makes Alabama history with $6B Huntsville plant

Eli Lilly plans to start work next year on a facility that will produce orforglipron, officials announced Tuesday in Huntsville.

Eli Lilly chose Huntsville for its newest manufacturing plant — a $6 billion project and the largest single-site investment in Alabama history.Why it matters: The project aims to transform Huntsville, and the state, into a world leader in biopharma manufacturing.

What to know about the Indianapolis Indians in 2026

Indianapolis baseball is back with new looks, new leadership and a milestone season at Victory Field.

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One of downtown&#x27;s most beloved warm-weather attractions is back with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a milestone 30th season" data-vars-click-url="https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/lifestyle-buzz/indianapolis-indians-unveil-30th-anniversary-season-at-victory-field/ar-AA1XoHF9" data-vars-content-id="1465d7b0-83a7-41ab-8d67-317e4bb11fb6" data-vars-headline="What to know about the Indianapolis Indians in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/lifestyle-buzz/indianapolis-indians-unveil-30th-anniversary-season-at-victory-field/ar-AA1XoHF9" target="_blank">a milestone 30th season</a> at Victory Field, a new look and a fresh wave of big-league prospects.Why it matters: The Indianapolis Indians begin their 124th season at home after a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="strong 2025 campaign" data-vars-click-url="https://www.milb.com/indianapolis/news/indianapolis-indians-set-victory-field-record-with-50-home-wins-in-2025" data-vars-content-id="1465d7b0-83a7-41ab-8d67-317e4bb11fb6" data-vars-headline="What to know about the Indianapolis Indians in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.milb.com/indianapolis/news/indianapolis-indians-set-victory-field-record-with-50-home-wins-in-2025" target="_blank">strong 2025 campaign</a> that ended with them at the top of their division.

Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness

Two Indiana teams enter the fray for March Madness 2026.

The brackets for the 2026 NCAA men&#x27;s and women&#x27;s tournaments are ready for tip-off.Why it matters: March Madness is major across the nation, but it&#x27;s an even bigger deal in our <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="basketball-loving state" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2024/03/20/indiana-ncaa-march-madness-basketball-workers-watch-the-most" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2024/03/20/indiana-ncaa-march-madness-basketball-workers-watch-the-most" target="_self">basketball-loving state</a>.<ul><li>Indianapolis is also the final stop for men&#x27;s madness. <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Final Four takes place" data-vars-click-url="https://www.lucasoilstadium.com/event/2026-ncaa-mens-final-four/" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.lucasoilstadium.com/event/2026-ncaa-mens-final-four/" target="_blank">The Final Four takes place</a> April 4 and 6 at Lucas Oil Stadium.</li></ul>Zoom in: Purdue University was once again the only <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="men&#x27;s team invited" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ncaa.com/news/basketball-men/mml-official-bracket/2026-03-15/2026-ncaa-tournament-printable-bracket-schedule-march-madness" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ncaa.com/news/basketball-men/mml-official-bracket/2026-03-15/2026-ncaa-tournament-printable-bracket-schedule-march-madness" target="_blank">men&#x27;s team invited</a> to the tournament.<ul><li>The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Big Ten Champions" data-vars-click-url="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48217484/purdue-trips-no-3-michigan-win-big-ten-tournament-title" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/48217484/purdue-trips-no-3-michigan-win-big-ten-tournament-title" target="_blank">Big Ten Champions</a> locked down a No. 2 seed and will open their tournament <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="against No. 15 seed Queens Friday at 7:35pm" data-vars-click-url="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/game/_/gameId/401856519/queens-purdue" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/game/_/gameId/401856519/queens-purdue" target="_blank">against No. 15 seed Queens Friday at 7:35pm</a>.</li><li>Notre Dame will represent the Hoosier State in the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="women&#x27;s tournament" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ncaa.com/news/basketball-women/article/2026-03-15/2026-march-madness-womens-ncaa-tournament-schedule-dates-times" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ncaa.com/news/basketball-women/article/2026-03-15/2026-march-madness-womens-ncaa-tournament-schedule-dates-times" target="_blank">women&#x27;s tournament</a> as a No. 6 seed.</li><li>The Irish will start tournament play at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="2pm Saturday against No. 11 Fairfield" data-vars-click-url="https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/game/_/gameId/401856517/fairfield-notre-dame" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.espn.com/womens-college-basketball/game/_/gameId/401856517/fairfield-notre-dame" target="_blank">2pm Saturday against No. 11 Fairfield</a>. </li></ul>The intrigue: IU men&#x27;s team missed the NCAA tournament for the third straight year <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="and are declining spots" data-vars-click-url="https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/iu-mens-basketball-officially-misses-ncaa-tournament-will-decline-other-postseason-opportunities/" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/iu-mens-basketball-officially-misses-ncaa-tournament-will-decline-other-postseason-opportunities/" target="_blank">and are declining spots</a> in all other postseason tourneys. What&#x27;s next: Axios Indianapolis wants to have a bracket battle!<ul><li>Year after year, hundreds of thousands of fans try to craft the perfect bracket.</li><li>Nailing it <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="highly unlikely" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/15/ncaa-tournament-perfect-bracket-odds" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/15/ncaa-tournament-perfect-bracket-odds" target="_self">highly unlikely</a>, but the chances of having lots of fun in the process are sky high. </li></ul>How it works: Sign up for our Axios Indianapolis group on ESPN and enter a bracket for the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="men&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-2026/group?id=216f21d4-dabb-42ca-bfe4-a83cbe80bc6a&amp;joinKey=d3e28535-c74c-3ee2-9182-aeb3cf837e98&amp;joining=true" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-2026/group?id=216f21d4-dabb-42ca-bfe4-a83cbe80bc6a&amp;joinKey=d3e28535-c74c-3ee2-9182-aeb3cf837e98&amp;joining=true" target="_blank">men&#x27;s</a> or <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="women&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-women-2026/group?id=77f297ad-9375-41cf-96eb-f55e65805ab4&amp;joinKey=d3e28535-c74c-3ee2-9182-aeb3cf837e98&amp;joining=true" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-women-2026/group?id=77f297ad-9375-41cf-96eb-f55e65805ab4&amp;joinKey=d3e28535-c74c-3ee2-9182-aeb3cf837e98&amp;joining=true" target="_blank">women&#x27;s</a> side or both! Once the tournament ends, we&#x27;ll see who had the most accurate predictions and select a winner from each group.<ul><li>The password is &quot;Axios&quot; if it asks for one.</li><li>The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="men&#x27;s bracket locks" data-vars-click-url="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-2026/group?id=216f21d4-dabb-42ca-bfe4-a83cbe80bc6a&amp;joinKey=d3e28535-c74c-3ee2-9182-aeb3cf837e98&amp;joining=true" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-2026/group?id=216f21d4-dabb-42ca-bfe4-a83cbe80bc6a&amp;joinKey=d3e28535-c74c-3ee2-9182-aeb3cf837e98&amp;joining=true" target="_blank">men&#x27;s bracket locks</a> at 12:15pm Thursday, and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="women&#x27;s bracket locks" data-vars-click-url="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-women-2026/group?id=77f297ad-9375-41cf-96eb-f55e65805ab4&amp;joinKey=d3e28535-c74c-3ee2-9182-aeb3cf837e98&amp;joining=true" data-vars-content-id="efe548f9-800c-42a7-960e-d4ba2cf51404" data-vars-headline="Purdue men, Notre Dame women ready for March Madness" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://fantasy.espn.com/games/tournament-challenge-bracket-women-2026/group?id=77f297ad-9375-41cf-96eb-f55e65805ab4&amp;joinKey=d3e28535-c74c-3ee2-9182-aeb3cf837e98&amp;joining=true" target="_blank">women&#x27;s bracket locks</a> at 11:30am Friday.</li></ul>The bottom line: The stakes for our bracket contest are low, so just follow your heart when making your picks!<ul><li>Once you&#x27;re done, let us know how you selected your winners. Personal allegiance? Favorite mascot? Asking AI to do it for you? Spill your secrets.</li></ul>

Indiana Democrats look for candidates to fill 2026 ballot

If they can flip four House seats, Democrats would break out of the superminority.

Recruiting high-quality candidates and ensuring Hoosier voters have choices on their 2026 ballots are the top priorities for Indiana Democratic Party chair Karen Tallian, she tells Axios.Why it matters: Should Indiana <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="move forward" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/08/12/indiana-redistricting-braun-gop-maps-trump-vance" data-vars-content-id="f466b9a7-47f3-4d36-9d18-c751e0596fe6" data-vars-headline="Indiana Democrats look for candidates to fill 2026 ballot" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/08/12/indiana-redistricting-braun-gop-maps-trump-vance" target="_self">move forward</a> with redrawing its congressional maps, as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Texas" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2025/08/20/texas-democrats-redistricting-gerrymandering-trump" data-vars-content-id="f466b9a7-47f3-4d36-9d18-c751e0596fe6" data-vars-headline="Indiana Democrats look for candidates to fill 2026 ballot" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2025/08/20/texas-democrats-redistricting-gerrymandering-trump" target="_self">Texas</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="California" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/08/21/california-newsom-redistricting-democrats-texas-republicans" data-vars-content-id="f466b9a7-47f3-4d36-9d18-c751e0596fe6" data-vars-headline="Indiana Democrats look for candidates to fill 2026 ballot" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/08/21/california-newsom-redistricting-democrats-texas-republicans" target="_self">California</a> are currently doing, Democrats don&#x27;t have enough seats to block the action.<ul><li>If they can flip four seats in the House, they&#x27;d be able to break the quorum and stop Republicans from taking unilateral action on contentious issues like redistricting in the future.</li></ul>

Indiana's shifting political winds, in 3 graphics

Indiana moved red, and our analysis shows just how much.

The election&#x27;s red tide crashed into Indiana, erasing the gains made by Democrats in 2020, an exclusive Axios analysis finds.Why it matters: A deeper look at voting trends shows that while Indiana shifted left in 2020, the state shifted back Tuesday, moving even farther right than it was in 2016 when President-elect Trump was first elected.

Old News: Marion County's first election

The county's first clerk, recorder, associate judges and commissioners were elected 204 years ago today.

Election

On this day 204 years ago, more than 300 people hit the polls for Marion County&#x27;s first election.Driving the (old) news: On April 1, 1822, Hoosiers elected the county&#x27;s first clerk, recorder, associate judges and commissioners from a pool of 32 candidates.

Business school a key part of Purdue's Indy strategy

The goal is to eventually offer all business school programs at the Indy campus.

Purdue&#x27;s Indianapolis expansion continues to grow, this time with a new business program planned for launch in the fall.The big picture: The school&#x27;s online Master of Business and Technology (MBT) program will launch a new option — an in-person experience that will allow online students to network and collaborate.

Indy police prepare to protect homecourt during NCAA Final Four

Tens of thousands of college basketball fans will be kicking it in Indy next week.

Expect a significant police presence and multiple downtown road detours when the 2026 NCAA Men&#x27;s Final Four arrives in Indianapolis next week.Why it matters: More than 70,000 people are expected to take part in the college basketball extravaganza each day it&#x27;s in town, meaning an increased chance of interactions among attendees that could <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="escalate to violence" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mE5S3gvEe-4" data-vars-content-id="267c9b07-f4f5-4ddc-aad3-aa875bcff3b2" data-vars-headline="Indy police prepare to protect homecourt during NCAA Final Four" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mE5S3gvEe-4" target="_blank">escalate to violence</a>.

Indianapolis launches youth violence reduction initiative

While overall shootings are down, gun violence among young people is up.

Too many kids in Indianapolis <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="are getting shot" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/01/27/youth-gun-violence-police" data-vars-content-id="b188fddd-a805-4b39-9051-5008bcb7b2bc" data-vars-headline="Indianapolis launches youth violence reduction initiative" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/01/27/youth-gun-violence-police" target="_self">are getting shot</a>, but a pilot program focusing on the youth most at risk of causing or experiencing gun violence is showing early promise.Why it matters: Gun violence has increased among young people this year, even though fatal and nonfatal shootings have declined overall.

Indiana regulators question energy companies on costs and data centers

AES Indiana says data center's volume could lower costs.

Hoosiers won&#x27;t see utility rate increases from the sale of AES to an investor group, according to a company spokesperson.Why it matters: AES Indiana serves more than 500,000 Indianapolis-area residents and they&#x27;re already bracing for an upcoming increase (if <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a settlement between AES and the city of Indianapolis" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/10/16/aes-indianapolis-rate-hike-settlement-iurc-electricity-bills" data-vars-content-id="8438cfd5-1ca8-4d8b-92a6-49c5c74ecbb2" data-vars-headline="Indiana regulators question energy companies on costs and data centers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/10/16/aes-indianapolis-rate-hike-settlement-iurc-electricity-bills" target="_self">a settlement between AES and the city of Indianapolis</a> gains regulatory approval).

Mitch Daniels supporting anti-redistricting GOP candidates

The former governor could be a difference maker in the May primaries.

Mitch Daniels is stepping back into politics, seeking to balance the scales for lawmakers who opposed redistricting and now face primary challenges.Why it matters: Governor from 2005 to 2013, Daniels is considered an architect of the Indiana GOP and is highly respected among conservatives.

Your weekend plans: Indiana Artisan Marketplace, Easter Begg Hunt, Jerry Lee Atwood exhibit and more

Discover art and food handcrafted in the Hoosier state this weekend during the 14th annual Indiana Artisan Marketplace.

Things to Do

Discover art and food handcrafted in the Hoosier state this weekend during the 14th annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indiana Artisan Marketplace" data-vars-click-url="https://indianaartisan.org/marketplace/" data-vars-content-id="157d4e83-ad6c-48f0-87db-1faf9a061723" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Indiana Artisan Marketplace, Easter Begg Hunt, Jerry Lee Atwood exhibit and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indianaartisan.org/marketplace/" target="_blank">Indiana Artisan Marketplace</a>.Driving the news: Considered a kickoff to the state&#x27;s art fair season, the marketplace features goods from more than 100 creatives from all regions of Indiana.

Meet the maker: The creators behind Swish 2026

Indy's Final Four festivities will include a slate of creator-powered special events.

Indy&#x27;s Final Four festivities will include a slate of creator-powered special events backed by some of the city&#x27;s most influential arts and culture organizations.The inspo: The Swish 2026 festival is a free immersive experience that will spread across downtown Indy next weekend with the help of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Forty5 Presents" data-vars-click-url="https://www.forty5.com/about" data-vars-content-id="b72b7ff3-cda4-4596-a658-7fb7af998dab" data-vars-headline="Meet the maker: The creators behind Swish 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.forty5.com/about" target="_blank">Forty5 Presents</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="GANGGANG" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/02/13/ganggang-artists-culture-whats-next" data-vars-content-id="b72b7ff3-cda4-4596-a658-7fb7af998dab" data-vars-headline="Meet the maker: The creators behind Swish 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/02/13/ganggang-artists-culture-whats-next" target="_self">GANGGANG</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Epicurean Indy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.epicureanindy.com/" data-vars-content-id="b72b7ff3-cda4-4596-a658-7fb7af998dab" data-vars-headline="Meet the maker: The creators behind Swish 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.epicureanindy.com/" target="_blank">Epicurean Indy</a> and others.

100 concerts to see in Indianapolis this spring

From stadium takeovers to intimate indie shows, Indy's 2026 spring concert season is stacked.

From stadium-sized country takeovers to intimate indie shows, Indianapolis has a stacked spring concert season in 2026.Why it matters: Some of the hottest names in entertainment are making stops in the Circle City soon, but an <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="active local music scene makes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/02/28/live-music-venues-concerts-indianapolis" data-vars-content-id="40382b1e-03d0-4a01-9728-32d5154b5b0e" data-vars-headline="100 concerts to see in Indianapolis this spring" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/02/28/live-music-venues-concerts-indianapolis" target="_self">active local music scene makes</a> it hard to keep track of every show.

Your weekend plans: International Women's Gathering, Indy Indie Book Crawl and more

A celebration of women from around the world returns to Indy's Global Village and Museum Saturday.

The seventh International Women&#x27;s Gathering will bring a day of food, art and empowerment to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indy&#x27;s Global Village and Museum" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/imcoalition.org/" data-vars-content-id="52bd90c6-ef2d-426e-9682-18f156a9a221" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: International Women&#x27;s Gathering, Indy Indie Book Crawl and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/imcoalition.org/" target="_blank">Indy&#x27;s Global Village and Museum</a> on Saturday.Driving the news: With the theme of &quot;Give to Gain,&quot; this year&#x27;s event highlights the power of women collaborating, mentoring and uplifting one another.

Your weekend plans: Cardi B, Indiana Flower and Patio Show, D.L. Hughley and more

One of the biggest names in rap is bringing her first headline arena tour to Indianapolis.

One of the biggest names in rap is bringing her <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="first headline arena tour" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/16/cardi-b-tour-little-miss-drama" data-vars-content-id="e30742e2-3c15-4e78-aa6f-f6534a96db90" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Cardi B, Indiana Flower and Patio Show, D.L. Hughley and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/16/cardi-b-tour-little-miss-drama" target="_self">first headline arena tour</a> to Indianapolis during <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="St. Patrick&#x27;s Day weekend" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/10/how-to-celebrate-st-patricks-day-in-indianapolis" data-vars-content-id="e30742e2-3c15-4e78-aa6f-f6534a96db90" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Cardi B, Indiana Flower and Patio Show, D.L. Hughley and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/03/10/how-to-celebrate-st-patricks-day-in-indianapolis" target="_self">St. Patrick&#x27;s Day weekend</a>.Driving the news: Cardi B&#x27;s Little Miss Drama Tour continues its 31-city run <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Saturday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse" data-vars-click-url="https://www.gainbridgefieldhouse.com/events/detail/cardi-b" data-vars-content-id="e30742e2-3c15-4e78-aa6f-f6534a96db90" data-vars-headline="Your weekend plans: Cardi B, Indiana Flower and Patio Show, D.L. Hughley and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.gainbridgefieldhouse.com/events/detail/cardi-b" target="_blank">Saturday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse</a>.

How to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Indianapolis

Your guide to finding fun and food this year in the Circle City.

St. Patrick&#x27;s Day is seven days away.Yes, but: Indianapolis isn&#x27;t waiting until next week to get the party started!

Culinary Dropout's surprising salad ingredient

Culinary Dropout's butternut squash salad is just about perfect.

Food and Drink

One of the best parts of writing this regular feature is the push to try new places.Driving the news: It&#x27;s been just over a year since Fox Restaurants opened neighboring eateries in Nora Plaza with two different concepts.<ul><li>There&#x27;s Flower Child, the health food spot, and Culinary Dropout is the cool one.</li></ul>

New Italian restaurant Monti is at home in hip Fountain Square

Delicious and a good value, Monti is a welcome addition.

The newest Italian restaurant in Fountain Square opened last month in the space vacated by Wine Market &amp; Table in 2023.<ul><li>Named for the Monti district in Rome, the small, focused menu features seasonal dishes and Italian farmhouse cuisine.</li></ul>

Team behind Julieta opening new restaurant at the Stutz

Montgomerys will open later this year in the former Barista Parlor space.

The team behind downtown&#x27;s favorite taco shop is expanding its footprint at the Stutz.Driving the news: Montgomerys will serve &quot;craft sandwiches and signature beverages&quot; when it opens later this year in the spot vacated last summer by coffee shop <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Barista Parlor" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ibj.com/articles/barista-parlor-coffee-shop-chain-closes-its-indianapolis-location" data-vars-content-id="7dda0f25-b06c-4d23-9cb9-5d34d8796a3c" data-vars-headline="Team behind Julieta opening new restaurant at the Stutz" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ibj.com/articles/barista-parlor-coffee-shop-chain-closes-its-indianapolis-location" target="_blank">Barista Parlor</a>.<ul><li>Esteban Rosas and Gabriel Sañudo opened <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Julieta Taco Shop" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2024/04/22/julietas-broccolini-taco" data-vars-content-id="7dda0f25-b06c-4d23-9cb9-5d34d8796a3c" data-vars-headline="Team behind Julieta opening new restaurant at the Stutz" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2024/04/22/julietas-broccolini-taco" target="_self">Julieta Taco Shop</a> as part of the Stutz redevelopment in 2023.</li><li>For their next venture, Rosas and Sañudo will be joined by fellow Milktooth alums chef Bryan Enas and bar manager Adrian Caldera.</li></ul>Between the lines: Don&#x27;t expect a burger version of the tiny, walk-up taqueria.<ul><li>The 2,600 square-foot space is roughly three times the size of Julieta.</li><li>Previous pop-up menus featured elevated, fast-food inspired sandwiches alongside fusion flavors from a variety of cuisines, like bulgogi meatloaf, a pho dip and chicken parmesan.</li></ul>Yes, and: While Julieta patrons need to go to Turner&#x27;s Bar next door for something harder than a soft drink, Montgomerys has applied for a beer and wine permit.What&#x27;s next: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Montgomerys" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/montgomerys_indy/" data-vars-content-id="7dda0f25-b06c-4d23-9cb9-5d34d8796a3c" data-vars-headline="Team behind Julieta opening new restaurant at the Stutz" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/montgomerys_indy/" target="_blank">Montgomerys</a> will hold its next pop-up at Julieta March 16 with a limited menu of fried chicken sandwiches, burgers and craft sodas.

Getting centered with 3CHI's newest Delta-9 seltzer

3CHI's newest flavor is fast-acting and high impact.

With a statewide THC ban <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="shelved for another legislative session" data-vars-click-url="https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/briefs/last-minute-attempt-to-revive-hemp-drug-ban-fails-in-final-hours/" data-vars-content-id="3893b64f-98f3-473d-b3a1-7b7d94894b71" data-vars-headline="Getting centered with 3CHI&#x27;s newest Delta-9 seltzer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/briefs/last-minute-attempt-to-revive-hemp-drug-ban-fails-in-final-hours/" target="_blank">shelved for another legislative session</a>, let&#x27;s take a look at one more buzzy cannabis seltzer brewed here in Central Indiana.The big picture: If legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Jim Baird (R-Ind.) <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="to delay it by two years" data-vars-click-url="https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2520" data-vars-content-id="3893b64f-98f3-473d-b3a1-7b7d94894b71" data-vars-headline="Getting centered with 3CHI&#x27;s newest Delta-9 seltzer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://baird.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2520" target="_blank">to delay it by two years</a> is unsuccessful, looming federal restrictions could remove intoxicating hemp products like these from store shelves — and dismantle <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="our state&#x27;s growing hemp industry" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/11/25/indiana-thc-ban" data-vars-content-id="3893b64f-98f3-473d-b3a1-7b7d94894b71" data-vars-headline="Getting centered with 3CHI&#x27;s newest Delta-9 seltzer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/11/25/indiana-thc-ban" target="_self">our state&#x27;s growing hemp industry</a> — by November.

Getting a taste of "MasterChef" champ Kelsey Murphy's Fishers Test Kitchen takeover

The Fishers resident and celebrity chef is serving elevated game-day goodies inside Sun King Fishers.

&quot;MasterChef&quot; winner Kelsey Murphy&#x27;s remix of Fishers Test Kitchen is nearly complete.Why it matters: From the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Indy 500" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2023/05/26/indy-500-best-concession-food" data-vars-content-id="38a82f04-d9c2-499e-a345-ead7cf68948e" data-vars-headline="Getting a taste of &quot;MasterChef&quot; champ Kelsey Murphy&#x27;s Fishers Test Kitchen takeover" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2023/05/26/indy-500-best-concession-food" target="_self">Indy 500</a> to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Lucas Oil Stadium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/09/05/colts-fans-week-1-football" data-vars-content-id="38a82f04-d9c2-499e-a345-ead7cf68948e" data-vars-headline="Getting a taste of &quot;MasterChef&quot; champ Kelsey Murphy&#x27;s Fishers Test Kitchen takeover" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/09/05/colts-fans-week-1-football" target="_self">Lucas Oil Stadium</a>, Murphy&#x27;s elevated takes on game day comfort food have developed a loyal local following.

Satisfy your wing craving at Ale Emporium

The cauliflower bites are a perfect wing substitute, complete with plenty of spicy sauce.

Indiana may be <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a football state now" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/19/indiana-illinois-chicago-bears-stadium-deal" data-vars-content-id="8e39f6e4-1fa4-4c27-bb77-3d62b486c80b" data-vars-headline="Satisfy your wing craving at Ale Emporium" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/19/indiana-illinois-chicago-bears-stadium-deal" target="_self">a football state now</a>, but <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="March Madness" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/18/2026-indiana-college-basketball-cheat-sheet" data-vars-content-id="8e39f6e4-1fa4-4c27-bb77-3d62b486c80b" data-vars-headline="Satisfy your wing craving at Ale Emporium" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2026/02/18/2026-indiana-college-basketball-cheat-sheet" target="_self">March Madness</a> is still the best time of the year IMO and there&#x27;s no better place to catch all the action than a TV-laden sports bar.Why it matters: We&#x27;re just a couple weeks away from conference tournament action.

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