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Nicole Hernandez

Sr. Content & Platform Editor

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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Shovels and hardhats are displayed at the site of the future 16 Tech bridge on Indy's west side
Development
Construction begins for 16 Tech bridge
This bridge will be the first of it’s kind in Marion Co. to give majority share to non-vehicles.
March 28, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
A father and daughter participate in a running obstacle at the Sports Legends Experience.
Fitness
USA Track & Field partners up with the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
Kids will be able to train for the Olympics with this new section at the Children’s Museum’s Sports Legends Experience.
March 24, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Rendering of mixed-use retail and residential development on North Meridian
Development
$65M in projects underway to revitalize North Meridian
Multiple projects are planned for the near north side to provide affordable housing and address health care needs.
March 24, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Rendering of Chicken N Pickle location coming to Fishers, IN
Development
Chicken N Pickle restaurant, entertainment venue coming to Fishers, IN
This unique venue will include a chef-driver restaurant and sports bar that also boasts pickleball courts and a variety of yard games.
March 22, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Indy Urban Acres Plant Sale_MAR2023
Real Estate
Get planty with Indy Urban Acres’ Plant Sale
Support the community and grow the garden of your dreams with the help of Indy Urban Acres’ Plant Sale.
March 22, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Indy Craft Pass_beer_VisitIndy_MAR2023
Food
Indy named No. 3 beer city in the United States
The Circle City was named the third best city for beer tourism by USA Today — after Grand Rapids, MI and Madison, WI.
March 8, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Popcorn being poured in a park in front of the Indy skyline
Culture
If Indy had an official aroma
New Mexico is trying to become the first state with an official aroma, so it got us wondering what Indiana’s state smell would be.
March 6, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
An aerial view of downtown Indianapolis and Monument Circle.
Live
Historic street names in Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis, IN has 200+ years of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
March 2, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Slippery Noodle Inn_exterior street view_MAY2021
Business
Iconic Slippery Noodle Inn bar gets new ownership
Indy’s oldest operating bar is undergoing some changes, but history will remain.
March 2, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
The EMS Kusina food truck with the Philippines flag on top of it.
Food
Food trucks in and around San Jose, CA
You don’t want to miss these seven mobile eateries when they roll by.
February 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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Sports
NFL Scouting Combine is back in Indianapolis, IN
This is the 36th straight year that the NFL Combine is being held in Indy and the first time that fans will be able to get up close and personal.
February 28, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_VeeCon Lucas Oil Stadium_FEB2023
Events
VeeCon coming to Indianapolis with headliner Busta Rhymes
This is the conference’s second annual event.
February 28, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Midland Bridge_Conner Prairie_drone photo_FEB2023
Government
Conner Prairie helping preserve historic bridge
The future of this historic bridge lies at the outdoor history museum.
February 24, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Outdoor patio with trellis covered with vines
Food
Indy restaurants from A-Z
Eat your way through the alphabet with these local restaurants starting with each letter.
February 24, 2023
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A bridge under construction
Development
Answered: the developments you’d finish first in Indianapolis, IN
If you had the power to instantly complete a local development project, these are the ones you’d finish in the blink of an eye.
February 22, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Lux and Ivy_United State of Indiana_storefronts_FEB2023
Culture
United State of Indiana shop moving to Monon Station
The local apparel and gift shop brand is moving in next door to a favorite Indy vintage store.
February 22, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Fountain Fletcher Mardi Gras_FEB2023
Culture
Mardi Gras events in Indianapolis, IN
Celebrate Mardi Gras with these events around Indy.
February 20, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Conrad Indianapolis_FEB2023
Travel and Outdoors
Conrad Indianapolis recognized by Forbes Travel Guide
The complete list of winners includes 360 Five-Star, 585 Four-Star, and 433 Recommended hotels — including restaurants, spas, and cruise ships.
February 16, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Blue Mind Coffee Roasting_FEB2023
Food
Blue Mind Coffee Roasting opening soon
The family-owned business is excited to open its first brick-and-mortar in the Meridian-Kessler area.
February 14, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Shane Steichen_new Colts coach_FEB2023
Sports
Shane Steichen hired as next Colts head coach
The new Colts head coach followed in similar footsteps as former head coach Frank Reich.
February 14, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_City Market development rendering_FEB2023
Development
Gold Building and City Market redevelopment approved for $18M
We’re getting a better look at the major development to take place in the heart of downtown.
February 8, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Tinker Coffee downtown_rendering_FEB2023
Development
Tinker Coffee moving to the heart of downtown Indy
This will be Tinker Coffee’s fourth location.
February 8, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
The new Madame Walker mural
Events
Celebrate and learn during these Black History Month events in Indy
During Black History Month, there are lots of opportunities to celebrate the Black community and learn more about Indy’s Black history.
February 6, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
A platter of sandwiches close up.
Food
Spots to grab food for Super Bowl Sunday in Indianapolis, IN
Although the Colts aren’t in the Super Bowl, you can still support local on gameday.
February 6, 2023
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Anna Bowman
INDY_The Alice Cocktail Experience_FEB2023
Culture
The Alice Experience comes to Indianapolis, IN
Go down the rabbit hole and enter Wonderland in this new experience in Indy.
February 2, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Growing Places_FEB2023
City
16 Tech invests $325k to support community projects
This marks the fourth cycle of funding from the 16 Tech Community Investment Fund to support the community.
February 2, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Ball and Biscuit_interior_JAN2023
Food
The best bars for singles in Indianapolis, IN
We get it — meeting new people can be hard. Here are some of the best bars for those who are single and 30+.
January 31, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Lucas Oil Stadium_aerial view_JAN2023
Sports
The next Colts coach
Colts nation is still waiting to find out who the next head coach will be.
January 27, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Multiple silver medals sit on boxes on a table covered in a black tablecloth.
Food
Indiana chefs make 2023 James Beard Awards semifinalists
A couple local chefs are putting the Indy food scene in the spotlight.
January 25, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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Culture
Indy’s Valentine’s Day date guide
Love is in the air, and we’re here to help you sweep your special someone off their feet.
January 25, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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