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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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Riverside Park Promenade trail
Parks and Recreation
City and Indy Parks cut the ribbon on Riverside Promenade
The city, Indy Parks, and the community celebrated the next phase of a 20-year master plan to transform Riverside Park completed.
October 26, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
A person holds a jack-o'-lantern in their lap, carving out the top of the pumpkin.
Culture
See the winning pumpkin from our 2023 jack-o-lantern contest
See which pumpkins made it to the finals and which one was voted the favorite by INDYtoday readers.
October 26, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Ball and Biscuit_interior_JAN2023
Food
Local restaurants and bars open on Monday
If you like supporting local, then you know there are lots of places that close on Mondays. To avoid having to revert to Plan B, we’ve got a list of spots that are open on Monday.
October 20, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_The Lodge at Potato Creek rendering_OCT2023
Travel and Outdoors
Indiana breaks ground on first new state park lodge in 84 years
The Lodge at Potato Creek will be about a 25 minute drive southwest of the city of South Bend + join the growing list of Indiana State Parks Inns.
October 20, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
IRT-Haunted Rooms America
History
Four of the most haunted places in Indianapolis
Explore the most haunted places around Indy — if you dare.
October 20, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Six&Main Boo Basket_graphic_OCT2023
Retail
Build your own Boo Basket with fall goodies from Six&Main
We’ve pulled together the perfect list of goodies to support small businesses while making a Boo Basket for your friends and loved ones.
October 18, 2023
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Rebecca McRobbie
INDY_Alamo Drafthouse Cinema rendering_OCT2023
Development
Former Georgetown Cinema to be transformed as part of Lafayette Square development
In late September, Sojos Capital also broke ground on an International District Community Center near Lafayette Square Mall.
October 16, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Public Greens s'mores dessert_OCT2023
Food
Seasonal treats to try this fall in Indianapolis
It’s the season of treats. Here are some seasonal + spooky treats to try around Indy this fall.
October 16, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Tattoo designs and polaroid pictures tacked on a wall
Events
Where to get a new tattoo on Friday the Thirteenth
Today, Oct. 13, 2023 is Friday the 13th — and to test your luck, several tattoo studios across the city are hosting tattoo specials.
October 12, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Create Art Studio building exterior_OCT2023
Small Business
New art studio for all ages opens in Broad Ripple
Create Art Studio will offer classes for all ages, as well as space for local artists to sell their work.
October 10, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Eclipse map graphic
Events
Six months out from the Total Solar Eclipse in Indianapolis
We’re getting ready for a once-in-a-lifetime event in Indianapolis.
October 6, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Birthday treat at Vida
Culture
Celebrate your birthday with these Indy freebies and experiences
Make your special day one to remember with these free birthday treats and unique ways to celebrate in Indianapolis.
October 4, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
A tandem e-bike parked along the Canal
Retail
What to know about e-bikes in Indianapolis
You’ve probably noticed these wheel-y fast bikes cruising around the city by now, so we’re breaking down everything you need to know and where to hop on an e-bike for yourself.
October 2, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Yoga at Thatcher Park_SEPT2023
Live
Find your zen with our Indy yoga guide
Check out these 13 yoga studios around Indy, which offer yoga for beginners, hot yoga sessions, and even paddle board yoga.
September 28, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Greenwood pickleball complex plan
Parks and Recreation
Greenwood is getting a 16-court pickleball complex
The expansion of a 16-court complex creates a total of 23 pickleball courts throughout the city.
September 26, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
City Editors Nicole and Shea at Monument Circle downtown.
Culture
Meet your INDYtoday editors
Today, Sept. 27 is INDYtoday’s second birthday — so we’re taking a moment to introduce (or re-introduce) ourselves.
September 26, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Mount Rushmore if it were different
History
Who belongs on the Mount Rushmore of Indianapolis?
We asked AI bot ChatGPT who would belong on Mount Rushmore if it were in our city to see if it aligns with what us Hoosiers think.
September 22, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
A hiking trail at Turkey Run State Park filled with fallen leaves
Travel and Outdoors
Indy’s fall foliage forecast
Saturday, Sept. 23 marks the first official day of fall — but when will it actually start to look like fall? Here’s when you can expect to start seeing some fall foliage around central Indiana.
September 20, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Young professionals carpool for Car Free Day
Airports and Transportation
Celebrate “Car Free Day” on Friday, Sept. 22
Ditch the car and take part in Car Free Day to help make Indy a more environmentally friendly place to live, work, and play.
September 20, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Exterior of City County building
City
City of Indianapolis announces new plan for City-County Building
Talks about converting part of the City-County Building into apartments or other uses have been halted — for now.
September 18, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Rendering of new Indiana Golf headquarters
Sports
Indiana Golf announces new headquarters and $6.5 million capital campaign
The new golf center will include an Indiana Golf Hall of Fame, a new indoor golf academy, and a short game practice facility.
September 18, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
A couple curls up on the floor of the library to read a book
Culture
Best places to read a book around Indianapolis
If reading is your favorite pastime, try one of these spots the next time you crack open your favorite novel.
September 12, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Conner Prairie Headless Horseman_INDY
Culture
Fall into autumn with these festivals around central Indiana
Get in the spirit of all things spiced and spooky with festivities happening across central Indiana.
September 11, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Two drinks on a table
Food
The latest data on non-alcoholic beverages and where to drink them in Indy
Learn what it means to be sober curious, the current popularity of non-alcoholic beverages, and where you can enjoy a mocktail in Indianapolis.
September 8, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
Photo by @coltsevents via Twitter
Football
A guide to the Colts’ 2023 NFL season
Football is back — here’s how to stream the games, tailgate like a pro, and cheer on the Colts this 2023 NFL football season.
September 1, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Rendering of Old City Hall redevelopment and new tower
Development
Old City Hall to be redeveloped with 32-story tower
The Old City Hall will be home to 21c Museum Hotel public art gallery + the new 32-story tower will be built as an extension of the hotel, plus additional house and mixed-use space.
August 29, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Girls sit in a section at Paradox Lounge
Bars
Influx of bar lounges open around Indianapolis
Looking for a night out on the town or a place to lounge with a good drink in hand? There are several spots that are newer to the nightlife scene in Indianapolis.
August 23, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Punch cards from local businesses
Small Business
Local businesses with punch cards and rewards programs
If you’re spending the money, you might as well earn some points while you’re at it. Here are some local businesses that have punch cards or rewards programs.
August 21, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
INDY_Momentum Indy_Mass Ave Crit_bike race_AUG2023
Events
Momentum Indy races through downtown this weekend
Check out one of the nation’s biggest cycling events for racers, spectators, and casual riders.
August 21, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
A tent set up outside the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
History
A birthday celebration for Indiana’s only president
Sunday, Aug. 20 is Hoosier President Benjamin Harrison’s 190th birthday, so his former home turned living history museum is hosting tours to celebrate.
August 17, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
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