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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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A local coffee shop bracket with round one nominations
Food
Vote in INDYtoday’s coffee shop bracket
We want to know: Where is the best coffee shop in Indy? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
March 28, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Four different spring-inspired drinks from Blue Mind Coffee
Food
Spring-inspired sips to try in Indy
If you’re like us and you have at least five beverages in front of you at all times — try swapping one out this season for something a little more festive.
March 27, 2024
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Bars
Solar eclipse-themed cocktails to try in Indy
Cheers to the total solar eclipse with this unique cocktail lineup at restaurants and bars around Indy.
March 25, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
A campsite with lawn chairs, a tent, and trees in the background
Travel and Outdoors
Best campsites around central Indiana for stargazing
We’re sharing a few campsite locations across central Indiana that are great for stargazing and viewing the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8.
March 25, 2024
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Exterior shot of old church that will be Lille Bonne Community Living Room
Development
Old church in Fletcher Place creating a new sense of community
A historic church in Fletcher Place will be revived as a new place for the community to gather — and a couple of neighbors are behind the vision.
March 21, 2024
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Basketball
How you can take part in the NCAA tournament first, second rounds in Indy
Indianapolis is hosting the first and second rounds of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, but even if you don’t have tickets to a game — you can still get in on the action.
March 19, 2024
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Live
Spring 2024 weather forecast in Indianapolis, IN
Prepare for spring weather in Indy with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
March 15, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
An espresso martini with decorative latte art
Bars
Where to get an espresso martini around Indy
The espresso martini is the perfect blend of coffee and alcohol — and there are several places you can get this popular drink around Indy.
March 13, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
View of the pagoda at Brickyard Crossing golf course
Play
Where to golf around Indy
Is golf your favorite pastime? We’ve rounded up some courses to tee up around Indianapolis.
March 13, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
View of the Indiana Statehouse from Monument Circle with a colorful sky.
Government
Bills that survived the 2024 legislative session
Here are some of the major bills from the 2024 session that are moving forward.
March 11, 2024
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Sports
Less than 100 days out from the US Olympic Swimming Trials in Indy
The city is getting ready to host a historic Olympic Swimming-qualifying event, right here at Lucas Oil Stadium in less than 100 days.
March 7, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Children play cornhole on a green lawn in downtown Indianapolis, IN.
Tourism and Hospitality
Indy ranked among best family staycation cities for spring break
If you’re planning to stay in the Hoosier state for spring break, you’re in luck. Indy was ranked one of the best spots for a staycation.
March 5, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Construction work on a bridge over Interstate 465
Airports and Transportation
Biggest road projects in Indianapolis this year
We’re sharing some of the biggest road projects to pay attention to while you’re commuting around the Circle City.
March 5, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
A food truck parked with tables set up outside.
Food
Food trucks in and around Indy
Indy’s food truck scene has been on a roll, so we’re helping you keep up with these wheel-y good local eateries.
March 4, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
The Cavity Factory storefront
Small Business
All the new things coming to the Fountain Fletcher District
To help you stay in the know, and create your future Fountain Fletcher bucket list, we’re rounding up all of the new things coming to the neighborhood.
February 27, 2024
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Culture
Leap Day: How to spend an extra day in Indy
With this additional day of the year, it might have you wondering what to do with this extra time, so here are some fun — and maybe some outlandish — things to do around the Circle City.
February 27, 2024
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View of private dining room in Cafe Patachou restaurant with dark green and blue-toned design
Small Business
Local businesses that offer small, intimate gathering spaces
Sometimes you just need a small space outside of your home to gather — whether that be for meetings, workshops, private events, etc. We’ve got a list of small venues you may not think of.
February 23, 2024
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Nonprofits
Indianapolis Cultural Trail asks for community input to shape future of public art
Help shape the future of public art on the Indianapolis Cultural Trail by participating in its public survey and scavenger hunt.
February 22, 2024
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Indianapolis Public Library Glendale Branch with coming soon sign
Play
Coming soon: what not to miss in 2024
As Indy continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
February 15, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
An NBA All-Star promo banner hangs on the side of Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Basketball
Tyrese Haliburton emerges as the Pacers’ most influential player
With the NBA All-Star Game coming up, we had to talk about Indy’s own all star starter — Tyrese Haliburton.
February 13, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
Graphic with background photo of canal in Indianapolis with heart icons
Culture
Our readers’ local love stories
For Valentine’s Day, we made a Proxi map of love stories submitted by our readers, including romantic tales at Square Cat Vinyl and The Children’s Museum.
February 13, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Group photo of people at the Indianapolis Artsgarden after a group walk downtown
Culture
Groups to join to make friends in Indy
Want to make new friends in the city? Here are several groups to join to meet like-minded people.
February 9, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
A basketball court decal on the floor at the Indianapolis International Airport promoting NBA All-Star Game
Basketball
Schedule of events for 2024 NBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis
The 2024 NBA All-Star Game is set for Feb. 16-18 with a whole lineup of events at Lucas Oil Stadium, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and the Indiana Convention Center.
February 5, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
The Portland Bureau of Transportation's pothole repair crew works on a large patch in the street.
City
Filling in the cracks on how potholes are patched in Portland
Keeping our city’s roads smooth is a monumental task, but you can pitch in.
January 31, 2024
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Ben McBee
A pothole with traffic cones on a rainy day
City
Pothole season in Indianapolis, IN
Feel like you’re driving on an obstacle course around Indy? Pothole season is officially here, so we’re sharing how you can help be part of the solution.
January 30, 2024
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Anna Bowman
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Events
Galentine’s and Valentine’s experiences in Indianapolis
If your sweetheart’s love language is quality time, this one’s for you.
January 26, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
A rendering of the gateway entrance to The Square redevelopment
Development
Developer unveils updated redevelopment plan to transform Lafayette Square Mall
Initial plans, which included Lafayette Square Mall in the “Window to the World” redevelopment plan, have shifted to transform the former mall into a reimagined multi-million dollar destination called “The Square.”
January 25, 2024
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Events
Celebrate Eva Kor Education Day honoring Hoosier Holocaust survivor
January 27 is Eva Kor Education Day and the Indiana Historical Society is honoring her with special exhibits and educational activities.
January 25, 2024
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Nicole Hernandez
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Culture
See the winner of our 2023 Picture of the Year contest
Check out the winner and honorable mentions in our 2023 photos submitted by readers.
January 22, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
A Visit Indy leader stands on stage in front of a packed audience to talk about "the power of a plaza"
City
Visit Indy “State of Tourism” touts an epic 2024
During Visit Indy’s “State of Tourism” event, it celebrated all of the big things happening in Indianapolis in 2024 — and it’s expected to be a transformative year.
January 19, 2024
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