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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_Chucky-D chicken sandwich_MAY24
Small Business
A big weekend of businesses opening around Indy
Now that Memorial Day + race weekend are behind us, businesses around the city (and beyond) are celebrating their grand openings. Here’s a roundup of the new additions.
May 31, 2024
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Shea Stapley
Backyard of Airbnb with a hot tub in Indianapolis
Real Estate
Curb Appeal: Share your home’s best spring + summer outdoor features
We want to see your best set-ups for the spring and summer months.
May 29, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Governor Ray House Park Avenue_MAY24
Real Estate
The oldest houses in Indianapolis
Indianapolis is chock full of historic homes, but which ones are the oldest? Here’s your guide to the houses that have truly stood the test of time.
May 24, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Memorial Day American flag_MAY24
City
Commemorating Memorial Day in Indianapolis
Over the weekend, we’ll be taking a moment to remember those who served our nation and are no longer with us. Here’s how you too can spend the day in remembrance.
May 21, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Soaps and candles Mercantile 37_MAY24
Small Business
Sniffing out local soap + candle companies
Obsessed with everything around you smelling good? Here’s how you can keep it up with locally-made soaps and candles.
May 21, 2024
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Shea Stapley
A modern living room with a wall mural of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Tourism and Hospitality
The Indy 500 drives huge Airbnb traffic for Indianapolis in 2024
Visitors looking for a place to stay are quickly selling out local Airbnbs, particularly in Speedway.
May 17, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Indiana Fever basketball_MAY24
Sports
How to watch the Indiana Fever’s home opener
Women’s basketball is back in town. Here’s how you can cheer on Caitlin Clark + the rest of the team as they debut in Indy.
May 15, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Macaron Bar baking class_MAY24
Food
Yes, chef: Cooking classes in Indy
Learn to master macarons, barbecue, pizza, and more with these local cooking classes.
May 15, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Southwest Way Park_MAY24
Parks and Recreation
Find some peace and quiet at Indy’s 10 most silent spots
Naptown isn’t always conducive to napping — but here are the areas in the city with the best quiet scores where you can escape the noise.
May 13, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Koteewi Park Equine Experience horseback riding_MAY24
Travel and Outdoors
Giddy up: Horseback riding around Indianapolis
Put your money where your mouth is with all those cowboy emojis you’ve been using and hit the trail on a horseback riding excursion.
May 7, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: Bottleworks flatiron construction_MAY24
Development
Indianapolis spring construction updates
Major development projects across the city are making progress, with many wrapping up this spring. Here’s what to expect.
May 3, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Torchy's Tacos_MAY24
Events
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo all weekend long at these Indy events
Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Here’s how you can observe the holiday in Indianapolis.
May 1, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Cake Bake Shop tea brunch_APR24
Events
Make Mother’s Day special with these local events
If you’ve got a mom in your life who deserves a special day (or two) of celebrations, this Mother’s Day event guide is for you.
April 29, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_PopCon convention fairy cosplay_APR24
Events
Everything you need to know about PopCon Indy 2024
Whatever you’re a fan of, you’ll find your tribe (and plenty of merch) at PopCon. Here’s what to expect from the yearly convention.
April 25, 2024
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Shea Stapley
FTW-jds-hamburgers-elotes
Food
Where would you film “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” in Fort Worth?
Cowtown = Flavortown. Our readers recommended five local restaurants Guy Fieri should try next time he’s filming an episode in Fort Worth.
April 23, 2024
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Kate Mazade
INDYtoday: INDY_Metro Nightclub karaoke_APR24
Culture
Sing your heart out at these Indy karaoke hotspots every night of the week
Karaoke isn’t just for weekends. Here’s your day-by-day guide to all the bars in town where you can go to show off your vocal chops (or just have a good time spectating).
April 19, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Echoes of Indiana Avenue podcast_APR24
Voices
Tune in to these podcasts produced in Indy
Get your headphones or earbuds ready — Indianapolis is overflowing with podcasts about our sports, legislature, history, and much more.
April 17, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Spotify Daylist_APR24
Music
Asked: What would Indy’s Spotify Daylist be?
Tell us what you think our city’s vibe is, in the garbled language of Spotify’s funnest feature.
April 15, 2024
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Shea Stapley
strawberry mocktail drink in front of sign inside shop
Food
Juicy drinks are taking over Indianapolis
Get ready for several new spots where you can grab a delicious boba or fresh juice this summer.
April 11, 2024
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Shea Stapley
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Culture
How to prepare and file your taxes for free in Indianapolis
Get started on filing your 2024 tax return.
April 9, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
INDYtoday: INDY_Mia drone city footage gif_APR24
Travel and Outdoors
A buzzworthy guide to piloting a drone in Indy
What’s that sound? It’s your drone capturing awesome pictures and videos of the Circle City — after you learn the rules and guidelines.
April 5, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_social media accounts following_APR24
Culture
Which Indy-area social media accounts are you following?
We’re looking for new accounts to follow that represent the best of the best in Indy.
April 3, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Fishers Brazilian jiu-jitsu martial arts_APR24
Fitness
Where to learn martial arts in Indianapolis
Whether you’re interested in kickboxing, jiu-jitsu, karate, taekwondo, or capoeira, there’s a gym (or several) in the Circle City for you.
April 1, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_His Place Eatery ribs barbecue soul food_APR24
Food
Answered: Where would you film an episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” in Indianapolis?
We asked where you would send Guy Fieri on an Indy culinary adventure and you did not disappoint.
April 1, 2024
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Shea Stapley
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
INDYtoday: INDY_morel mushrooms cooking foraging spring edibles_MAR24
Travel and Outdoors
Spring edibles you can forage around Indy
Mother Earth is defrosting and she’s sprouting dozens of edible plants + flowers that you can find in your own backyard.
March 28, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Nexxus Movement pole bachelorette party_MAR24
Culture
Plan your perfect bachelor or bachelorette party in Indianapolis
Here come the bride, groom, and a whole lot of revelry. Give your bachelor or bachelorette parties a taste of Indy with these fun ideas.
March 26, 2024
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Shea Stapley
An aerial view of downtown Indianapolis and Monument Circle.
History
Why is Indianapolis called Naptown?
The reasoning behind Indy’s Circle City nickname is obvious, but what about its Naptown moniker? Here’s where the name originated.
March 20, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Kountry Kitchen soul food_MAR24
Food
Where would you film an episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” in Indianapolis?
Naptown = Flavortown. Here’s where we think Guy Fieri should stop the next time he’s filming an episode in Indy.
March 20, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_November Project running club_MAR24
Fitness
Lace up your shoes and join one of these Indy running clubs
Want to take a page from Forrest Gump’s book and hit the pavement? These running clubs around the Circle City can help.
March 8, 2024
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Shea Stapley
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