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Shea Stapley

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Shea lives in Indianapolis, IN. She previously worked as a producer for a creative marketing agency. In her spare time, you can find her doing anything and everything active, belting musical theatre songs in the car next to you, or hunting down the perfect cup of chai.

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INDYtoday: INDY_Allisonville Sullivan gardens Christmas trees_NOV23
Small Business
Where to buy a Christmas tree in Indy
How lovely are thy branches — if you buy from one of these local lots, nurseries, and farms.
November 26, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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How to have a “Wicked” day in Raleigh... for good
“Wicked: For Good” hits theaters Friday, Nov. 21. Here’s how we’d spend one short day in Oak City like Elphaba + Glinda.
November 20, 2025
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Allie Remhof
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City
Weird Virginia laws you might not know about
Have you committed one of these strangely specific crimes? Take a look at some weird Virginia laws you might not have known were on the books.
November 20, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Travel and Outdoors
Where to go ice skating in Indy
Ready to live your Nancy Kerrigan or Michelle Kwan fantasy? Here are some local ice skating rinks where you can polish your skills (or barely scoot along — we get it).
November 19, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Entertainment
How to have a “Wicked” day in Indy... for good
“Wicked: For Good” hits theaters on Friday, Nov. 21. Here’s how we’d spend one short day in the Circle City just like Elphaba and Glinda.
November 17, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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History
Bring in the Clowns, Indianapolis’ history-making pro baseball team
The Clowns are returning to Indy after more than 35 years. Here’s how they originally got to the Circle City, plus some fun trivia facts to impress your friends.
November 13, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Your guide to hosting the holidays in Asheville
Here are some tips + tricks for hosting your loved ones this season with plenty of local flair.
November 12, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Your guide to hosting the holidays in Indianapolis
Here are some tips + tricks to hosting your loved ones in style and making this holiday season one for the books.
November 6, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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City
Weird Indiana laws you might not know about
Have you committed one of these strangely specific crimes? Take a browse through some Indiana laws you might not have known were on the books.
November 5, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Music
Build your fall playlist with these artists from Indy
Whether you’re revisiting old favorites or looking for new tunes, we’ve got a list of musicians from Indy that will be music to your ears.
November 4, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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City
Everything you need to know about DORAs
The adult beverage-friendly districts are spreading across central Indiana. Here’s the 411 on where they’re headed and what they could mean for your neighborhood.
November 4, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Travel and Outdoors
Strange and unusual things to do in Indianapolis
Looking for a weird way to spend your Halloween day? Here are some suggestions — and most of them are free.
October 29, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Food
These are the locally baked cakes we would bring to Cake Picnic
At Cake Picnic, sharing is caring. Pick up one of these local confections to share with family, friends, and strangers at the trending public gathering.
October 23, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Small Business
INDYtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
October 21, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
The best trick-or-treating neighborhoods in Indianapolis
It’s the sweetest night of the year — make sure it doesn’t turn sour by visiting these neighborhoods known for great candy and friendly streets.
October 14, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Government

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Indianapolis city budget
Here’s a breakdown of where Indy’s money will be spent this upcoming year.
October 8, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Travel and Outdoors
Fall camping is becoming more popular
Looking for something to do on fall break without going too far? It’s a great time to go camping. Here are a few spots around central Indiana that we recommend.
October 3, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Small Business
Get ready for Halloween with these Indy costume shops
Need a showstopping fit for Halloween — or any other holiday or themed party? Check out these locally owned costume shops where you’re likely to find your dream getup.
October 1, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Live
Give these Indianapolis live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this list, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
September 26, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Travel and Outdoors
Best places to leaf peep around Indy
Autumn is coming — and so are the fall colors we all love. Find the most stunning foliage at these spots.
September 24, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Festivals
Your guide to North Massive, Indy’s biggest climbing competition and community festival
North Mass Boulder’s annual North Massive event attracts climbers from across the world + community members for a day of competition, entertainment, and fun for all ages.
September 18, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Entertainment
Get your socks scared off at these Halloween and horror movie screenings around Indy
Whether you love family-friendly scares or straight up horror, there’s a movie screening near you... if you dare.
September 18, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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History
Do you remember the 21st night of September in Indy?
Put on your Earth, Wind & Fire LP and take a trip down memory lane to see what was going on in Indy this September week throughout the years.
September 17, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Food
Where to grab a caesar salad, fries, and a martini in Indy
Caesar salad, fries, and a martini have taken social media by storm as the perfect meal. Here’s where you can try it out for yourself around the Circle City.
September 14, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Culture
Everything you need to know about getting a personal color analysis in Indy
If you’ve always wondered why some colors make you feel glamorous while others make you look, well, ghoulish, you might be interested in personal color analysis.
September 10, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Music
Give these songs about Indianapolis a listen
Get your Spotify playlist started with these toe-tapping tunes that are all about the Circle City and our neighbors.
September 5, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Culture

Spend a day like a Parisian in Indianapolis
Fall in love with your city with this Parisian staycation guide — no passport needed.
September 4, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate and learn about the monarch migration through Indianapolis
Find out where to spot the winged creatures and what you can do to keep them protected + flying high.
August 29, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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Culture
Your unofficial Indy end-of-summer bucket list
Don’t let cooling temps freeze the fun — there are plenty of ways to make the most of your last few sunny weeks before fall.
August 29, 2025
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Morse Reservoir boat sunset_JUL24
Travel and Outdoors
Beat the heat with a Getmyboat rental near Indy
Hit the water by renting a pontoon, jetski, kayak, or other watercraft from another Indy resident.
August 19, 2025
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Shea Stapley
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