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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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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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Arts
Celebrate “Indiana’s Nicest Day” at the Penrod Arts Fair
From handmade wares to live performances to tasty eats, there’s something for everyone.
September 7, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Culture
If somebody was pretending to be from Indy, what one thing would give them away?
Here’s how to spot which homies are actually phonies.
September 7, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Events
All IN Festival rocks the fairgrounds this weekend
The music + arts festival returns to the Indiana State Fairgrounds for its second year on Sept. 9-10 with headliners Tenacious D and Trey Anastasio & Classic Tab.
September 5, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Culture
The zodiac signs as Indy neighborhoods
It’s written in the stars... and the skyline.
August 30, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Events
What Indy seasonal fall events are you most interested in?
Give us the (pumpkin pie ice cream) scoop on what you want to hear about from us.
August 28, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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History
The history of the Indiana Central Canal
Ever wondered how our canal, which connects so many important points in the city, was built? Here’s your mini history lesson.
August 28, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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History
A Hoosier by any other name
Who’s a Hoosier? Let’s take a quick look at some possible origins of our famous name.
August 27, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Food
Spots in Indy to grab a “girl dinner”
Like the simplicity of a small plate of chicken nuggets, or just random veggies and cheeses you found lurking in the back of your fridge? Then girl dinner is for you.
August 23, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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History
The history of Indianapolis’ favorite dinosaurs
The prehistoric friends outside the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis required huge crews and tons of steel to make and install.
August 22, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Sports
Colts fans + caffeine, a match made in football heaven
The Colts fan base is known for many things — but apparently, caffeine consumption takes the (coffee)cake.
August 22, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Education
Check out some of the Indiana universities named to the Princeton Review’s Best 389 Colleges list
Indianapolis’ own Butler University scored highly for many aspects of its student experience.
August 18, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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City
Indiana Fashion Week brings haute couture to Indianapolis
Join some of Indiana’s most exciting up-and-coming fashion designers for a week of runway shows, empowering youth activities, and a seminar on the future of fashion.
August 16, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Small Business
Meet a few of the local makers bringing style and color to Indianapolis
Indy is chock-full of incredible crafters, creators, and artists. Here are just a couple whose work make us want to click add to cart.
August 15, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Food
Our guide to some of the most supreme savory, sweet, and saucy sandwiches in the city
Which Indy wich is the one to rule them all? Here are just a few of the sandwiches that make our mouths water.
August 8, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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City
Indianapolis ranks high on Forbes list of best cities for young professionals
The data has spoken, and Indianapolis ranked No. 13 on Forbes’ list of “Top 10 Places For Young Professionals To Live.” Here are a few of their key takeaways.
August 7, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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