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IBE’s Performing Arts Academy offers a creative summer sanctuary

NORAL PARHAM - May 21, 2026

The City-County Council and the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department have made their summer expectations clear: teenagers need to be inside. But for the city's...

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Indiana Black Expo reimagines Circle City Classic, shifts focus for 2026

NORAL PARHAM - May 14, 2026

The Circle City Classic is undergoing a massive transformation. Citing shifting engagement trends and the need for long-term financial sustainability, the Indiana Black Expo (IBE)...

Community Voices

Did anybody ask why?

CAMIKE JONES - May 13, 2026

The headline read: “Indiana Black Expo is dropping Circle City Classic.” The internet responded exactly as it was designed to respond. Outrage. Nostalgia. Accusation. Mourning....

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KEM, October London, King George and Midnight Star to perform at IBE Music Heritage Festival R&B Soul Outdoor Concert

STAFF - March 9, 2026

Indiana Black Expo, Inc. (IBE) is proud to announce the lineup for the 2026 Music Heritage Festival Outdoor Concert, one of the signature events...

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A century of Black History Month: Where do we go from here?

NORAL PARHAM - February 26, 2026

One hundred years ago, Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week because the United States did not include accurate portrayals of Black Americans and...

Sports

Circle City Classic 2025: Bears, bands & big excitement coming to Lucas Oil Stadium

NORAL PARHAM - September 17, 2025

The Circle City Classic, in its 41st year, is a celebration of Black culture, sports and entertainment. Two HBCU powerhouses, Morgan State University Bears and...

Health

A guide to the 2025 Indiana Health Fair

HANNA RAUWORTH - July 16, 2025

The Indiana Department of Health is hosting the 39th Annual Indiana Health Fair this weekend, offering Hoosiers access to free health services. The four-day event...

Your guide to Indiana Black Expo’s Summer Celebration

NORAL PARHAM - July 10, 2025

Indiana Black Expo's 54th Annual Summer Celebration returns July 10–20, transforming downtown Indianapolis into a culture, education and entertainment hub. With dozens of events —...

Arts & Culture

‘A Space for Us’ brings a fashion and arts production to IBE Summer Celebration

CHLOE McGOWAN - July 11, 2025

Indiana Black Expo promises attendees an immersive arts and culture treat with “A Space for Us.” Presented by F.A.M.E. Foundation Inc. in partnership with Indiana...

Arts & Culture

Community Arts Calendar: Free and low-cost things to do in July (after the 4th)

CHLOE McGOWAN - July 10, 2025

Indianapolis kicked off July with a patriotic bang. The Fourth of July has come and gone, but summer in the city is just getting started....

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Conner Prairie invites guests to explore the science, culture and cuisine of ‘FOOD’

Fathers and Families Center launches $5.5M campaign to double impact on Central Indiana dads

2026 Recorder Playlist: African American Music Appreciation Month

Community Arts Calendar: Ways to celebrate Juneteenth, Pride Month and Father’s Day in Indianapolis

Q&A: Social entrepreneur Suga-T talks new music, mindset ahead of Indy visit

Conner Prairie invites guests to explore the science, culture and cuisine of ‘FOOD’

Fathers and Families Center launches $5.5M campaign to double impact on Central Indiana dads

2026 Recorder Playlist: African American Music Appreciation Month

Community Arts Calendar: Ways to celebrate Juneteenth, Pride Month and Father’s Day in Indianapolis

Governing and hatred are incompatible

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Indy 500 momentum has to be harnessed by television.

Will it work?

Recorder Rewind: North Central Girls Track and Field Regional Championship 2026

Recorder Rewind: Mayor’s Cup Soap Box Derby 2026 (Photos)

Recorder Rewind: Club 520 Day (Photos)

Recorder Rewind: 2026 Soap Box Derby (Photos)

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Conner Prairie invites guests to explore the science, culture and cuisine of ‘FOOD’

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2026 Recorder Playlist: African American Music Appreciation Month

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