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Hello Indianapolis! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Indiana's abortion ban is changing ER care in Indianapolis
  • How Riley's new Indianapolis unit changes care for kids in crisis
  • Where and when you can vote early around Indianapolis this fall

Also on today's calendar: Homeschool Day and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partial sunshine, temps: high: 83, low: 66.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 87 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Indiana's abortion ban has 'chilling effect' in the ER (mirrorindy.org) — Emergency room doctors at Indianapolis hospitals are increasingly hesitant to treat pregnant patients with bleeding, instead sending them to already overburdened OB-GYNs because of Indiana's near-total abortion ban. A new study based in two local hospitals warns this "chilling effect" could delay care for miscarriages and other complications, as more patients from across Indiana travel to Marion County for treatment amid a statewide OB-GYN shortage.
   

2. Riley Opens Indiana's First Pediatric Medical-Psychiatric Unit (wibc.com) — Riley Children's Health in Indianapolis has opened Indiana's first dedicated pediatric medical-psychiatric unit, giving local families a new option for complex mental and physical health needs close to home. The 11‑bed unit will treat about 325 young patients a year, offering integrated medical and behavioral care, arts therapy spaces, sensory rooms, and an in‑unit classroom, supported by donors through the Riley Children's Foundation.
   

3. How to vote early in Indiana's 2026 general election (mirrorindy.org) — If you live in Indianapolis or anywhere in Marion County, you'll soon be able to vote early at the City-County Building downtown starting Oct. 6, with eight township sites opening Oct. 24. The guide walks you through where to go, what ID to bring, and how early voting works so you're ready well before Election Day.
   

4. Indy man sentenced to 23 years in prison after kidnapping ex-girlfriend (fox59.com) — An Indianapolis man has been sentenced to 23 years in state prison after pleading guilty to multiple felonies tied to kidnapping his ex-girlfriend from her east side home, a case that triggered a statewide Silver Alert in 2025. Prosecutors say he and others forced the woman to leave at gunpoint, and several more serious charges were dropped in the plea deal, noting his prior weapons conviction and probation violations.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday August 28
  • HP Night Out
    Beech Grove City Schools Beech Grove, IN 46107
    5:00 pm
  • MS Gyms : Boys II Men
    Beech Grove City Schools Beech Grove, IN 46107
    6:00 pm
  • Football (Boys V) - Edgewood High School
    Beech Grove City Schools Beech Grove High School, 5330 Hornet Ave, Beech Grove, IN, United States
    7:00 pm
    • Saturday August 29
  • Nothing Without Joy: Discovering Reggio Inspiration in Indiana
    Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children St. Mary's Early Childhood Center, 4186 Broadway St., Indianapolis, IN, 46205
    9:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • About 15 minutes ago (9:35pm Wednesday 8.
    26), at Fresh Tyme market, I put these two 1.5 gallon containers of ice-cream at a closed checkout. I explained to an employee I left my wallet in… (Nextdoor Broad Ripple)
  • Southport United Methodist Church (1946 E Southport Road) is giving out FREE produce tonight and tomorrow from 6-7pm and Sunday from 10am to noon at the Harvest Table (just east of the building).
    We do this every week as long as we have produce. It's just a little way for us to show love to our neighbors! We would also love it if you would… (Nextdoor Southport)

Ok Indianapolis! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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