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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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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
INDY_NFL Scouting Combine_Media release_FEB2023
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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Nicole Hernandez
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
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
INDYtoday: INDY_Fountain Square Theater_JUN24
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
INDY_Dinosaur Train exhibit_Childrens Museum_JAN2023
Culture
The Dinosaur Train is making a stop in Indianapolis, IN
If your kiddos are interested in dinosaurs, they’ll like this new exhibit making a stop at The Children’s Museum.
January 23, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Kennedy King investment announcement_JAN2023
Government
Kennedy-King Memorial site granted $5 million for improvements
The announcement was made on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
January 17, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_HC Tavern and Kitchen_table of food_JAN2023
Food
Diversify your taste buds during Devour Indy Winterfest 2023
Try food from around the world during Devour Indy.
January 17, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Broad Ripple Park Family Center rendering 3-arcDESIGN
Events
Broad Ripple Park’s new family center opening
Broad Ripple Park’s new facility will include an upgraded fitness area, an indoor track, and a children’s play area.
January 11, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
A wooden sign amid spring flowers in the park
Government
$80 million in grants to improve 42 Indy parks
Dig a little deeper into some of the projects that will take shape through 2025.
January 11, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Lorens AF bottle shop_DEC2022
Food
Local alcohol-free pages to follow in Indy
We’ve rounded up a few local pages to support, especially during Dry January.
January 9, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Visit Indiana IN Indiana public art_JAN2023
Arts
Public Art Activation grants open in Indiana
Visit Indiana is looking for applicants to help create public artwork and signage throughout the state.
January 5, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Cityscape canal skyline_JAN2023
Culture
23 reader questions for 2023 in Indianapolis, IN
For the new year, we’re asking readers to submit their top questions about Indy for us to answer.
January 5, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Sauna Social bus interior_JAN2023
Culture
A sauna on wheels hits the streets of Indy
Indy’s first sauna on wheels is ready to introduce the community to the mental and physical benefits of regular sauna visits.
January 3, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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