Burger deals | Lost mural | Wild menus

A self-portrait painted by world-renowned painter John Wesley Hardrick, from the Norwood neighborhood of Indianapolis. The painting was photographed on Saturday, June 4, 2022, in Indianapolis.
A self-portrait painted by world-renowned painter John Wesley Hardrick, from the Norwood neighborhood of Indianapolis. The painting was photographed on Saturday, June 4, 2022, in Indianapolis.

Burger Week deals

It's almost time for $7 gourmet burgers, and this year, you can download an app to help you win prizes. Barbecue & Bourbon on Main, Lou Vino and several more spots are on the list.

New State Fair musical acts

The next round of announcements is in, and they include Trace Adkins and KC & the Sunshine Band. Here's the lineup we know about so far.

A famous Hoosier's lost Crispus Attucks mural

John Hardrick was a child prodigy who grew up to paint prominent people like Madam C.J. Walker and countless portraits of Indianapolis residents — some of whom he'd even stop from his taxi. He's just as famous for his works that have been lost, and that includes a magnificent 1930s mural that people are searching for to resurrect.

Wild menu items

With warmer weather comes the impetus for chefs to concoct some mind-blowing creations. How about pickled ramps in the pesto for your salmon fettuccine? Or a cannoli cake? Or squid ink tagliatelle with scallops? Here's what to try. (For subscribers.)

Newfields is raising its ticket prices

Nonmembers will pay more for one-day visits starting in July, and the institution is citing increased costs and wages as a few of the reasons why. Here are the new prices and days when you can go for free.

Phish brings a groove and wailing guitar

Pop culture reporter Rory Appleton made a lot of friends at his first Phish show, pretty much because people kept coming up and introducing themselves to him. He tells the tale of his two new stickers, Trey Anastasio's chops, the energy and the fashion. (For subscribers.)

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