For nearly 130 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis has provided a safe and educational experience for young people. Maggie A. Lewis explains the organization’s mission and future goals.

If you’re craving a throw-back feel to your dining experience, look no further than the Oasis Diner in Plainfield. Mary-Rachel Redman takes us to this vintage restaurant in Hendricks County with a history dating back 60 years.

EatHere is a one-stop social discovery platform for food and restaurants that provides instant recommendations for diners in Indianapolis. Bradley Houser has more on how this high-tech service works.

Evansville-based Old National Bancorp has announced it is acquiring Chicago-based First Midwest Bank in an all-stock transition valued at $6.5 billion. Jim Ryan provides perspective on the deal.

The Nature Conservancy of Indiana is looking to raise its profile through land conservation, improving freshwater resources and increasing its messaging.  We get details from Larry Clemens.

For more than a decade, Hoosier born and bred Jake Query has been one of the radio voices calling the action on race day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Bill Benner gets his perspective on this year’s race.

Time travel is taking a new, high-tech direction thanks to an IU professor’s new app. We’ll show you how Bernard Frischer uses virtual reality to take users back to visit ancient ruins to see what they looked like thousands of years ago.

A Purdue University invention is offering new hope to millions of Americans who suffer from a torn rotator cuff. Dr. Eric Nauman and Dr. Darryl Dickerson explain how a tissue implant as small as a stick of gum is cutting recovery time in half and providing a repair that’s less likely to tear again.

Poland-based CANPACK has announced plans to build an aluminum can plant in Muncie, making an initial investment of $380 million and hiring 345 workers within two years. Tom Johnson explains why the state's business climate was a major factor in the company's decision to locate in Delaware County.

Virginia-based ManTech is a $2.5 billion defense contractor making a big mark in southwest Indiana. Executive Director Roy Streeter explains the importance of the company’s footprint at Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane and how it’s serving as an economic driver for the region.

Johnny Rutherford always had a nose for racing, but he’s also got an eye for the canvas. Mary-Rachel Redman shows us how the three-time Indianapolis 500 winner’s artistic talents have landed his work on the cover of this year’s souvenir race program.  

When the green flag waves Sunday, 135,0000 fans will be on hand to witness the 105th running of the Indianapolis 500, making it the biggest event to be held since the pandemic began. Mark Miles gives us perspective on this year’s race and how it could serve as a catalyst for fan attendance at other big-time sporting events.

Last year the Indianapolis Colts earned the No. 7 seed in the AFC playoffs, but hope to make this season better after signing five draft picks and five free agents. He’s been covering the Colts since 2012 and Kevin Bowen shares his perspective on the season ahead.

On My Way Pre-K applications for the 2021-2022 school year now available statewide. The grants go to 4-year-old children from low-income families so that they may have access to a pre-K program the year before they begin kindergarten. Nicole Norvell will explain how the grants benefit children in rural and metropolitan areas.

Governor Eric Holcomb and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction are partnering with Overdose Lifeline Inc. to expand access to the opioid reversal agent naloxone through the purchase of 24/7-access “NaloxBox” units. Douglas Huntsinger explains how any business or community entity committed to helping Hoosiers at risk of opioid overdose is eligible to request a NaloxBox unit to install.

Nonprofit boards can be a little intimidating if you’ve never served on one before. Leadership Indianapolis wants to help with a new product in partnership with Selflessly. Ebony Chappel explains how it works.

Tony Hulman purchased the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1945 and revived it after years of neglect during World War II. He could not have done it without workers from Terre Haute. Some say Terre Haute saved the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Fred Nation and former three-time Indy 500 winner Johnny “Lone Star JR” Rutherford share how the Hulmans changed Indianapolis in May forever.

Conexus Indiana announced the 30 young professionals who have been named to the inaugural Rising 30 cohort. From CEOs to engineers, educators and innovators, Rising 30 honorees represent Indiana’s top talent under the age of 30 in the state’s advanced manufacturing and logistics industries. Jessilyn Chatman explains the importance of Rising 30 and Amanda Raver explains why being an honoree is so important.

More people making a bet on the future of northwest Indiana. The $300 million Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana is now open...but it is just the latest in a series of major projects fueling increased optimism in the region. Northwest Indiana Forum CEO Heather Ennis joins us with details.

Since its launch in 2016, Indiana Women in Tech has generated more than $1 million in programming to help propel the number of women in tech careers. We get details on what’s next for the organization from Ariel Crawley.

He was a broadcast fixture at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for more than 25 years and now Paul Page is sharing some of those experiences in a new book, “It’s Race Day in Indianapolis.” He gives his perspective on the Greatest Spectacle in Racing then, and now.

For two decades, Indianapolis-based Paws & Think has been on a mission to improve the lives of the most vulnerable by connecting them with dogs. Kelsey Burton explains the health benefits of the human-canine relationship.

The Fred S. Klipsch Educators College at Marian University and Ivy Tech Community College are teaming up to offer a dual-admissions program aimed at recruiting and preparing more teachers with diverse backgrounds to lead Indiana's classrooms. We get details from Sue Ellspermann and Dan Elsener.

The U.S. Department of Energy has chosen northwest Indiana nonprofit South Shore Clean Cities to lead a statewide coalition pilot program to promote sustainable vehicles, fuels and technology. Carl Lisek explains how it works.

If you’re looking to get decked out in black and white Indy 500 gear this month, then our Mary-Rachel Redman has found the perfect place for you. We head to the town of Speedway for all things racing at Three Sisters and a Trunk.

When the pandemic hit and people were desperate to find hand sanitizer, Carmel-based 3Oe launched an innovative smart device called Iggy, which disinfects the skin in seven seconds. We get details on the product and how it is revolutionizing the hygiene industry from Tom Foust.

Ascension St. Vincent is making a major investment in its flagship campus on the north side of Indianapolis. Jonathan Nalli provides insight on the $325 million expansion and what it means for the future of specialty healthcare for the region.

The WNBA is marking its Silver Anniversary with creative, eye-popping jerseys with city-specific designs. Not only that, but teams will also return to playing in front of fans this year after last year’s “bubble season.” We get more on the Indiana Fever’s new look and how the season is shaping up from Dr. Allison Barber.

COVID-19 has put school districts to the test, so The Mind Trust and United Way of Central Indiana are stepping up to help. The organizations have announced plans for Indy Summer Learning Labs, a free summer educational enrichment program for students who’ve struggled during the pandemic. We get details from Ann Murtlow and Brandon Brown.

IU Health Neurology is on the cutting edge of new technology to provide stimulation treatment for patients living with Parkinson’s, tremors and chronic pain. Dr. Elizabeth Zauber explains how NeuroSphere works.

Indiana lawmakers recently wrapped up business at this year’s legislative session. They moved the needle on economic development, education and broadband access. We get perspective from Kevin Brinegar.

Culture is at the heart of this month’s Trendiana as we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Brittany Smith highlights the growing number of successful Asian-owned businesses across the state.

Morgan County is home to the state’s only all-in-one manufacturer of wine, beer and spirits. Mary-Rachel Redman samples the food and drinks at Martinsville’s hidden gem, Cedar Creek Winery & Brew Co.

Three of the world’s business juggernauts have chosen Indiana to grow jobs, product and revenue. In a span of ten days, Apple, Amazon and Toyota announced plans to collectively invest some more than $1 billion and add nearly 3,000 jobs. Governor Eric Holcomb will join us for an extended interview on the impact and additional projects around the state that are in the pipeline.

Three of the world’s business juggernauts have chosen Indiana to grow jobs, product and revenue. In a span of ten days, Apple, Amazon and Toyota announced plans to collectively invest some more than $1 billion and add nearly 3,000 jobs. Governor Eric Holcomb will join us for an extended interview on the impact and additional projects around the state that are in the pipeline.

A big score for the Indy Eleven. The professional soccer club is doubling down on its corporate partnerships through a new deal with BetRivers, an online sports betting service. Greg Stremlaw explains what it means for the club as they head into their eighth season.

Rolls-Royce is partnering with Purdue University and Carnegie Mellon in Pittsburgh to enhance cybersecurity research. Mike Gahn and Joel Rasmus give perspective on how the collaboration could be a game-changer in the fight against cybercrimes.

Chicago-based Farmer’s Fridge says it has found a solid niche in Indiana. Learn how the company made a “pandemic-pivot” to increase distribution of its healthy foods sold in vending machines across the state.

The definition of trailblazer: a pioneer, an innovator. Justin Christian fits that description to a tee and is why he won Mira’s Trailblazer Award. We’ll get to know this Hoosier visionary and owner of one of the largest Black-owned companies in the country.

Dr. Carlotta Berry is an internationally known engineering and robotics expert who teaches STEM education at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and is the winner of the Mira TechPoint Foundation for Youth Bridge Builder Award. Dr. Berry explains why she has a huge passion for helping underrepresented students.

The city of Bloomington snagged this year’s Mira Rising Tech City award. Pat East explains why the pandemic launched the south-central Indiana region into critically new tech projects.

For the 22nd year, TechPoint has honored Indiana’s best of tech at the annual Mira Awards, and we’ll devote our first half hour to four of the 16 winners with perspective from CEO Mike Langellier. Among them is double-winner, Yaw Aning. Learn why he won the Rising Entrepreneur Award and why his company garnered Startup of the Year honors.

Fans will be at this year’s Indianapolis 500. Amazon is establishing a big footprint in Fort Wayne. And Indiana schools are getting more money thanks to state lawmakers. We get perspective on the potential impact on Indiana’s economy from our INsiders, Norris Cunningham, Jennifer Hallowell and Mike Marker.

IUPUI has tapped one of their own to lead the men’s basketball program by hiring former player and longtime assistant coach Matt Crenshaw. He shares his vision on how he plans to take the program to the next level.

Purdue continues to blaze a path for business and corporations through its Office of Industry Partnerships. Nathan Utz has more on how it is bringing more than $100 million a year into the Indiana economy.

New York-based pharmacy automation solutions company iA is celebrating its new global headquarters in Indianapolis. Marvin Richardson provides details on their software-enabled pharmacy fulfillment platform that will add 420 jobs by the end of 2023.     

Benjamin Harrison, who served as the nation’s 23rd President, called Indiana home when he moved here from Ohio in the 1850s. His Indianapolis home is about to undergo a $6 million renovation that will transform it into a signature gathering place. We get details on the project from Charles Hyde.