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Here's what visiting museums could be like once they reopen during the coronavirus fight

As The Children's Museum, Newfields and others wait for the OK to reopen, they are strategizing how to keep visitors safe from the coronavirus spread.

       




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Every restaurant you'll try at IndyStar Wine & Food Experience

28 of the best Indianapolis restaurants serve tastings.

       




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These are the best Indianapolis food and drink events in July

Sample Indy's best burgers, crush a bunch of ice cream and load up on discounts at restaurants.

       




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We want to know the Best Things in Indianapolis, and we need your help

We're on the quest to find Indianapolis' best things in 150 categories. Nominate your favorites now!

       




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This deal gets you all-you-can-eat tastings from the best Indianapolis restaurants

Half-price tickets let you eat, drink wine and see Food Network's Scott Conant at the IndyStar Wine & Food Experience.

       




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4 ways Janelle Monae lifted everyone up by getting down in Indianapolis

Janelle Monae brought a thinking-human's dance party to Indianapolis to promote standout album 'Dirty Computer.'

       




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7 Indianapolis hot dogs that will shatter your mustard-only rule

Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with loaded dogs that howl with flavor.

       




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National signing day: Where IU, Purdue rank among Big Ten recruiting classes

Boilermakers and Hoosiers try to break into the upper echelon of Big Ten football recruiting

      




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Purdue basketball's George Faerber (of Bee Window) and his statistically perfect game

George Faerber still holds 17 records from his high school career, including a game with 52 points and 32 rebounds.

       




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Despite a loss, Purdue sees positives from Big Ten tourney matchup with Maryland

Despite a loss, Purdue sees positives from Big Ten tourney matchup with Maryland

       




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Will Purdue fill Matt Haarms' spot with one-year fix or save scholarship for 2021 class?

With Matt Haarms announcing his decision to leave the Boilermakers, the coaching staff begins the search to fill a void in the middle

       




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Former Purdue center Matt Haarms transferring to Brigham Young

Matt Haarms will join the Cougars as a graduate transfer with one season of eligibility remaining.

       




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NFL Draft 2020: Purdue tight end Brycen Hopkins picked by Rams in 4th round

Tight end who scored 16 touchdowns for the Boilermakers is picked by the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth round.

       




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NFL Draft 2020: Purdue linebacker Markus Bailey drafted by Cincinnati Bengals

Markus Bailey missed most of his senior season with a knee injury but he started 40 games for the Boilermakers.

       




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Toughness, maturity define incoming Purdue quarterback Austin Burton

Austin Burton announced last week he's transferring from UCLA to Purdue. He'll be a graduate transfer with two years of eligibility.

       




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After conviction, resignation, Johnson County GOP chooses next prosecutor

Villanueva will fulfill the remaining term after former-Prosecutor Brad Cooper was convicted in a felony domestic violence case in July.

      




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Doyel: This is how it feels when Franklin finally beats Whiteland

Led by larger-than-life QB Drew Byerly, charismatic coach Chris Coll and two weight-room ringers, Franklin finally beats neighboring Whiteland.

      




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8-week-old baby dies after being dropped off at babysitter in Franklin, police say

An 8-week-old baby died Tuesday after the infant was dropped off at a babysitter in Pennington Mobile Home Park in Franklin, police said.

      




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MJ Hammill's volleyball skills help Center Grove, but her leadership means more

"For some kids, success is probable. For her, it may be inevitable. She works and takes others with her."

      




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Johnson County wants to add 165 miles of trail. Here's where they could go one day.

Johnson County has adopted a trails master plan that lays out 165 miles of new walking and biking trails in the county.

      




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Here's what's in the Johnson County trails master plan

Johnson County commissioners adopted in September a master plan for a county-wide trail system.

      




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The unthinkable struck twice in one day. The tiny town mourned on the football field.

Owen Sego's dad died in a plane crash. Avery Whitten's mom died of heart failure. Two tragedies hit two Indian Creek football players in 24 hours.

      




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Skeletons are taking over Franklin. And tibia honest, they're kinda cute.

The Franklin Skeleton Crew is connecting small businesses with the community in an unconventional way.

      




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Small aircraft crashes into field in Johnson County; no injuries reported

The pilot told deputies he had mechanical difficulties and had to make a rough landing in the cornfield.

      




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Why buying a home in Greenwood is out of reach for many who work there

Greenwood is booming. But that growth is leaving some of those who work in the city behind.

      




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Energizer is bringing 440 jobs to Franklin, and getting a hefty tax abatement

Energizer is planning to open a facility in Franklin. Here's how much money they'll save in a 10-year tax abatement.

      




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Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers announces he has Parkinson's disease. Vows to take it 'head-on.'

Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers announced Friday that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, a nervous system disorder.

      




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Man killed after well trench collapsed in Bargersville, officials say

One person died after the collapse of a well that was under construction in the 4900 block of W. Road 225 N. in Bargersville.

      




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Greenwood Christian wins first Johnson County title, likely will get top spot in Class A

Champ McCorkle notched his 1,000th-career point as the Cougars beat Center Grove for the Johnson County tournament championship.

      




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It will take more than a $23M expansion to solve Johnson County's jail problem

The Johnson County jail will soon undergo a $23 million expansion to ease overcrowding. The jail could need yet another expansion after that.

      




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Johnson County jail expansion plans

The Johnson County jail in Franklin will soon undergo a more than $23 million expansion.

      




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Athlete spotlight: Catching up with Roncalli wrestler Brayden Lowery

Four-time regional champion Brayden Lowery on his love of wrestling, favorite memories, college plans and more

      




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After a yearlong delay, Coffeehouse Five opens shop in downtown Franklin

Coffeehouse Five opened a shop in Franklin this week. The coffeehouse is a non-profit that offers pastoral counseling services for free.

      




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How Johnson County is working to lure tourists

With its first visitor center, Johnson County is taking the next step in its belated push to attract tourism.

       




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Go inside Johnson County's interactive visitor center

Get a sneak peek inside the Festival Country Visitor Center, Johnson County's tourism hub in Franklin. The center opens to the public March 17.

       




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Photos: Inside Johnson County's interactive visitor center

The new Johnson County visitor center in downtown Franklin features interactive exhibits. Each exhibit highlights things to do around the county.

       




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Greenwood man accused of lighting 2 vehicles on fire early Sunday

Matthew T. Westfall, 42, is in the Johnson County Jail and waiting for formal charges.

       




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Center Grove student launches free south-side grocery delivery service with a twist

A high schooler launched an idea to deliver groceries and help small businesses.

       




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Bargersville police officer involved in Friday crash sustains minor injury

A Bargersville police officer and the driver of an SUV were taken to the hospital with minor injuries after a vehicle crash Friday.

       




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Greenwood Christian AD Sue Tameling dies from apparent heart attack: 'She very much loved GCA.'

Sue Tameling was in her role as Greenwood Christian AD for less than two years, but she left an impression as a mentor, teacher and a friend.

       




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'We're the anchor': Why Franklin's Historic Artcraft Theater must survive the pandemic

The Historic Artcraft Theater in Franklin has to survive the pandemic shutdown. The downtown economy depends on it.

       




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week

Lawrence North, Silver Creek, Fort Wayne Blackhawk, Greenwood Christian on top of my ballot this week

      




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Shenandoah moves up to No. 1 in Class 2A and Greenwood Christian No. 1 in Class A

      




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot this week

Bloomington South No. 1 on my Class 4A ballot this week

      




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Shenandoah, Greenwood Christian are No. 1 teams this week

      




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week

Bloomington South, Lawrence North, Lawrence Central top three on my Class 4A ballot this week

       




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Linton-Stockton new No. 1 this week in Class 2A

       




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Fort Wayne Blackhawk, Greenwood Christian on top of my ballot

       




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This week's Associated Press high school boys basketball poll

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Shenandoah, Greenwood Christian on top of polls this week

       




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My Associated Press high school boys basketball ballot for this week

Bloomington South, Silver Creek, Fort Wayne Blackhawk, Barr-Reeve No. 1 teams on my ballot for this week