Gen Con basics | Unusual buildings | New August eats
What to know about Gen Con
The world's largest tabletop gaming convention begins this week with a few items to note: You must show proof of COVID vaccination and wear a face covering. Here's a primer before you go.
7 of Indiana's most unusual buildings
An old rotary jail is about an hour away, and no, the spinning itself wasn't the punishment but rather a way to make escape impossible. Also on the list: a tiny house that came about in part thanks to the initially bumpy romance of Frank Lloyd Wright's adopted daughter and an art deco church with a Walgreens connection.
'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' restaurants to visit
Food Network's Guy Fieri and his crew have visited nine Hoosier spots. Six remain open, including the shop that sells phosphate sodas and the home of the pork-kale-mozzarella sandwich. Put these on your day-trip bucket list.
Longtime State Fair vendor sticks with the corn dog
Ron Smith is 72, and he's been working the fair for his entire life. Not only is the staple his best seller, he remembers when it sold for 35 cents. Smith offers fascinating memories — about a time before paper cups, when his stand didn't have running water and how he had to nix fruit salad because his customers only wanted the greasy fare.
Go to the fair on a budget and score a free ticket
Stop in here for all of the info on how to grab discounted midway wristbands; deals on food; and where to find all of the free activities, including mini-golf, a cat show and watching Mighty Mike bend pounds of metal.
And this is your last chance to pay $0 for entry: Check out today's print or digital version of IndyStar for a free ticket. It’s good for admission Aug. 10.
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New August restaurants to try
One new spot is giving the humble biscuit an upscale ride by pairing it with such delights as short ribs and kimchi. Another is fusing supper club and steakhouse to serve the likes of fried chicken and dumplings. Here's the full list. (For subscribers.)
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