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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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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
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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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Small Business
Asked: What local Indianapolis business would you like to see make a comeback?
What stores, restaurants, and venues would you like to see return the most?
March 8, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Brics ice cream_MAR24
Food
The latest scoop on Broad Ripple’s ice cream paradise
It’s mint to be — ice cream stores in the area are opening, moving, and remodeling this spring.
March 6, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_country line dancing Dukes_FEB24
Music
Hoedown hotspots in Indy
Put on your cowboy boots and mosey on down to one of these local spots for line dancing.
March 1, 2024
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_cake bake shop_DEC23
Culture
What’s your Indy 2024 New Year’s resolution?
Are you planning to eat your way through a restaurant’s entire menu? Or spend more time exploring local trails? What about volunteering? We want to know what your resolutions are.
December 22, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Circle Centre Mall redevelopment_DEC23
Development
Everything you need to know about the Circle Centre Mall redevelopment
While Indy’s most recognizable mall has seen better days since opening in 1995, an exciting redevelopment that promises to revitalize the area is just around the corner.
December 20, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Business
Top 5: The best of INDYtoday in 2023
Wrapping up the year with the best of the best.
December 14, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Pup + the Pepper hot sauce_DEC23
Food
Spice up your life with these Indy-made hot sauces
Whether it’s 0 or 100 degrees outside, these condiments will keep you toasty year round.
December 14, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Virginia Fairbanks Art and Nature Park hiking trail_DEC23
Culture
Walking trends in Indianapolis
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Indianapolis compares.
December 14, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Travel and Outdoors
What you need to know about buying an electric vehicle in Indy
Here’s the 411 on electric vehicle infrastructure and rebates in the Circle City.
December 12, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Holliday Park ice skating rink_DEC23
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).
December 8, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Monon trail_DEC23
City
Everything you need to know about the Indianapolis Neighborhood Infrastructure Partnership program
Is your neighborhood plagued by potholes, decaying sidewalks, or faulty streetlights? There’s a way to fix that.
December 6, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Patties of Jamaica_DEC23
Food
What’s the most unassuming looking place in Indy with the best food?
Reddit confirms what we all already knew: A restaurant doesn’t need to look fancy to serve fantastic food.
December 4, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Christmas Nutcracker ballet Indianapolis Ballet_NOV23
Arts
Where to see The Nutcracker in Indy
The legendary holiday ballet returns to Indy this year with several spectacular productions across town.
November 30, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Eiteljorg Jingle Rails Christmas Train_NOV23
Events
December plan ahead: Indy’s can’t-miss winter events
Check out winter and holiday-themed events happening in and around Indy in this seasonal guide.
November 28, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Thanksgiving dinner_NOV23
Food
Indy suburbs as Thanksgiving side dishes
From green bean casserole to cranberry sauce, which iconic side does each suburb rep?
November 16, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Blue IV Butler bulldog_NOV23
Culture
Indy neighborhoods as dog breeds
Every dog is top dog in the Circle City. Find out which neighborhoods we think resemble popular pooches.
November 14, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Lisa Hendrickson Edward Pierre history of the Circle of Lights_NOV23
History
The history of the Circle of Lights
Ever wondered how the magnificent holiday display in the center of downtown Indy came to be? We have architect Edward D. Pierre to thank.
November 10, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_City Nail Bar flower manicure_NOV23
Beauty
Where to get a holiday beauty refresh in Indy
During the busy holiday season, don’t forget to give yourself the gift of some skin, hair, or nail self-care.
November 10, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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