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Hey there, Indianapolis! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Indy crews tackled mountains of flood debris in one day
  • Gas costs under review at public Indianapolis hearing this September
  • Why did Indiana pay $625K over a fired utility regulator?

Also on today's calendar: International Dog Day Celebration and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 77 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Monday: Delightful with some sun, temps: high: 78, low: 55.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Indianapolis Department of Public Works executes full-day flood recovery effort (wishtv.com) — Indianapolis Department of Public Works crews spent Saturday hauling away flood debris from hard-hit Ravenswood, River Park, and nearby Rocky Ripple, helping residents begin recovery after historic flooding. With at least 50 workers mobilized, teams cleared ruined furniture and trash from streets, drawing heartfelt thanks from homeowners who now face major rebuilding. City officials say the all-day effort was a success.
   

2. 2026-08-22 Daily Reporter 60163148 (greenfieldreporter.com) — Indianapolis residents can attend a public evidentiary hearing on September 9, 2026, at the PNC Center on West Washington Street, where state regulators will review Fountaintown Gas Company's proposed gas cost adjustment. The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission session is open to the public, with accommodations available for people with disabilities who contact the office in advance.
   

3. State paying $625K to settle lawsuit over Braun firing utility commission member (journalgazette.net) — Indiana will pay $625,000 to settle a lawsuit over Gov. Mike Braun's firing of utility regulator Andy Zay, a dispute tied to a controversial AES Indiana electric rate hike affecting many Indianapolis customers. Part of the settlement covers Zay's legal fees through an Indianapolis firm, while a former Indianapolis City-County councilor has already been appointed to replace him on the powerful commission.
   

4. Horseshoe Indianapolis Entries & Results for Monday, 8-24-2026 (horseracingnation.com) — Horse racing fans around Indianapolis can check out today's full card at Horseshoe Indianapolis, with multiple dirt and turf races for various ages and classes plus a range of betting options. The entry list details every horse, trainer, jockey, and wager type, giving local bettors a clear look at the Monday, Aug. 24 lineup before heading to the track or placing a wager.
   

5. Thousands of Hoosiers not enrolling in federal safety net programs (wishtv.com) — Many Indiana residents who qualify for federal safety-net programs aren't signing up, even as families in Indianapolis and across the state struggle with food, cash assistance, and utility costs. A new Urban Institute study shows Indiana especially lags in cash aid through TANF, with only a small fraction of eligible families receiving benefits, raising questions about awareness and state-level barriers.
   

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    Sunday August 23
  • BAM - HS Baseball & Softball Turf
    Beech Grove City Schools Beech Grove, IN 46107
    8:00 am
    • Monday August 24
  • MS Girls Golf @ Shelbyville MS
    Beech Grove City Schools Blue Bear Golf Club, 2660 N Riley Hwy, Shelbyville, IN 46176, USA
    5:00 pm
  • Tennis (Boys V) @ Lawrence North High School
    Beech Grove City Schools Lawrence North High School
    5:00 pm
  • Golf (Girls V) @ Tri-West High School
    Beech Grove City Schools Sarah Shank Golf Club
    5:15 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Well, what a nice surprise to be recognized by Keep Indianapolis Beautiful as the "Most Active Adopt-A-Block Captain, 2026".
    Thanks, KIB, for the recognition and the beautiful baseball cap. So far this year, I've picked up 153 30-gallon trash bags of litter (2,509 lbs = 1… (Nextdoor Cooper-West 60th)
  • We lost a puppy somewhere behind beams reach and mollenkopf.
    Small fluffy mini collie, white with light brown. On the right side, not yet crossed fall creek road. If you could come out and help, it would mean… (Nextdoor Masthead-Harbour Pines)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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