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Nicole Hernandez

Senior City Editor, INDYtoday

Nicole is based in Indianapolis, IN and graduated from Franklin College with a degree in multimedia journalism. She previously worked as a digital editor for the local NBC News affiliate WTHR. In her free time, she loves checking out new restaurants + businesses around downtown and attending local events.

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Food
Where to get boba tea around Charleston
We’re giving you the tea on where to get your boba fix around the Holy City.
July 23, 2024
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Play
Late night food for thought: Restaurants open late in Indy
Sometimes you just get the munchies late at night, so we’re helping you out with a list of spots that stay open late around Indy.
July 23, 2024
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Sarah Olsen
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Bars
14 spots to get mocktails around Indy
Sober curious or taking part in Dry January? We’ve got your guide to zero proof drinks in Indy.
July 22, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Food
Where to get boba tea around Indianapolis
We’re giving you the tea on where to get your boba fix around Indy.
July 19, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
An indoor play area for children surrounded by red brick planters with plants inside. The play area is situated under a skylight and features an orange house-like structure, a large carrot, and a rabbit holding a safety sign.
Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at malls of Indy’s past — plus hope for the future.
July 18, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Entertainment
“The Duel” by Indiana-based Pigasus Pictures will premiere in downtown Indianapolis
The movie, starring Dylan Sprouse, filmed in several locations around Indy in 2020 and will premiere to the world with a red carpet event in downtown Indianapolis.
July 17, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Travel and Outdoors
Eagle Creek Greenway Trail to extend nearly 5 miles
Residents in the Speedway area told Mirror Indy that for them, this project has been a long time coming.
July 15, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Tube Factory artspace building that will house its expansion
Development
Tube Factory expansion plans to bring a contemporary art museum to the city
Tube Factory has been commissioning work by artists from Indianapolis and around the world since it opened in 2016 and is focused on bringing innovative and engaging work by today’s artists to a place visitors can enjoy.
July 11, 2024
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Gainbridge Fieldhouse main lobby with people walking around
Food
Indy VegFest is back
Lettuce turnip the beet for this vegan-friendly announcement.
July 9, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Indianapolis with underground subway
City
Answered: What if Indianapolis looked like this?
From rapid rails to more public rooftop spaces and a live music strip, here are some of your answers for “What if... Indianapolis looked like this?”
July 9, 2024
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Three people celebrating surrounded by confetti.
Startups
Coworking spaces in Lexington
If you’re the type of remote worker that likes to get out of the house and be around other people, here are some coworking spaces to check out around Lexington.
July 9, 2024
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Live
10 speakeasy-style bars in Indianapolis
We’ll let you in on a secret… or 10.
July 8, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Development
New IU Health hospital downtown expected to open in 2027
The project began in 2021 and won’t be completed until late 2027.
July 3, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Indianapolis with underground subway
Culture
Asked: What if Indianapolis looked like this?
Dream big, Hoosiers. We want to hear your wackiest, wonkiest, dreamiest, funniest, “what if” Indy ideas.
July 3, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Fireworks downtown skyline
Events
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these fireworks and events in Indianapolis
Celebrate America’s 248 years as an independent country with fireworks and other patriotic events in and around Indianapolis.
July 1, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Two people dining on the patio of a Huse Culinary restaurant.
Food
Happy Hour returns to Indy with lots of specials
For the first time since 1985, Hoosiers will be able to enjoy Happy Hour.
June 27, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Two people at the grill with St. Elmo Steak House must-haves, including the Blackened Seasoning.
Food
Grill out with locally-sourced meats, fixins, and more
Fire up the grill and enjoy a cookout that’s curated with locally procured goods.
June 27, 2024
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Updated rendering of Henry Street bridge project
Development
City unveils updated plan for Henry Street bridge project
The Indianapolis Department of Public Works announced an updated archaeology plan for construction of the Henry Street bridge, which overlaps with a portion of the former Greenlawn Cemetery.
June 25, 2024
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Rendering of new playground design at Holliday Park in Indianapolis
Parks and Recreation
Holliday Park reimagines beloved playground in new project
The Holliday Park Foundation is aiming to raise $3 million to upgrade and redesign the playground at the park.
June 25, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
A large pirate ship featuring tentacles, star fish, and other water features.
Travel and Outdoors
Public pools to cool off in around Lexington
To make those hot days a little more bearable, we’ve rounded up some spots to beat the heat.
June 25, 2024
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Aayat Ali
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Development
New businesses taking over second building at the Circle City Industrial Complex
The new space at 1011 Mass Ave. will be the second building to open at the Circle City Industrial Complex.
June 21, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Small Business
The Botanical Bar launches campaign to open a new concept in Indy
The plant and home shop is looking to expand with a new concept offering drinks in a space with greenery.
June 19, 2024
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Bleachers with signage for IU Indy Athletics
Development
IU Indy Athletics Center approved for downtown Indianapolis
The $110 million multi-purpose IU athletics center is expected to boost sports and serve both the university and the community.
June 17, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
A lifeguard instructor teaching a pool full of students
Parks and Recreation
Public pools to cool off in around Indianapolis
To make the hot days a little more bearable, we’ve compiled a list of water spots to beat the heat.
June 17, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
A group of people canoeing on the White River in Indianapolis
Travel and Outdoors
Spend time exploring the White River this summer with new Discover White River Rewards Pass
It’s the perfect time to get on the river and explore all that it has to offer.
June 13, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
A rendering of a redevelopment project at The Fashion Mall at Keystone
Development
Redevelopment updates revealed for The Fashion Mall at Keystone
Simon Property Group is giving us a look at what to expect with its new redevelopment project that will bring new dining, retail, office, and outdoor space to the shopping center.
June 13, 2024
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Mayor Hogsett and other leaders appear at a press conference for the Olympic Swim Trials in Indianapolis
Events
Everything you need to know about the US Olympic Swim Trials in Indy
The 2024 US Olympic Swimming Trials in Indianapolis will be a historic moment — so we’re sharing everything you need to know and all the different ways you can enjoy it.
June 7, 2024
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A colorful playground with a slide and suspension bridge
Parks and Recreation
Indy Parks hosting community open houses
Nearly 60 local parks around Indy are benefiting from enhancements, so Indy Parks is hosting several open houses for the community to learn more about the projects and share their input.
June 7, 2024
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The Central Library against a bright blue sky
Education
Join the Indianapolis Public Library’s summer reading program
There’s something for everyone this summer at your local library branch.
June 5, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
An aerial shot of downtown with Monument Circle in the distance
Live
The cost of living in Indianapolis
How much does it cost to live in the Circle City compared to other cities and the US national average? Let’s crunch some numbers.
June 5, 2024
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