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See a day in the life of Indianapolis through 50 photos

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6:22 a.m. — Samantha Perez watches her baby, Maddie Pryce, sleep at the Julia M. Carson Transit Center, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019, as they wait for their bus. "She's dreaming," says Perez as she watches Maddie twitch.  Perez takes the bus to the Excel Center, where she is working for her Core 40 diploma. Maddie will go to day care at the center.
6:22 a.m. — Samantha Perez watches her baby, Maddie Pryce, sleep at the Julia M. Carson Transit Center, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019, as they wait for their bus. "She's dreaming," says Perez as she watches Maddie twitch. Perez takes the bus to the Excel Center, where she is working for her Core 40 diploma. Maddie will go to day care at the center.
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6:46 a.m. — Driver James Denton starts his IndyGo route 14, leaving from the Julia M. Carson Transit Center, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Denton has been a bus driver for 39 years.
6:46 a.m. — Driver James Denton starts his IndyGo route 14, leaving from the Julia M. Carson Transit Center, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Denton has been a bus driver for 39 years.
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7:30 a.m. — Army ROTC cadets at IUPUI pause during an early morning workout at the Michael A. Carroll Track and Soccer Stadium on the IUPUI campus, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
7:30 a.m. — Army ROTC cadets at IUPUI pause during an early morning workout at the Michael A. Carroll Track and Soccer Stadium on the IUPUI campus, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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7:50 a.m. — The White River and thick clouds above seem to move in unison around an awakening Downtown Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
7:50 a.m. — The White River and thick clouds above seem to move in unison around an awakening Downtown Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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7:59 a.m. — Morning commuter traffic from Illinois and South Meridian streets merges at Merrill Street as commuters start their workday in Downtown Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
7:59 a.m. — Morning commuter traffic from Illinois and South Meridian streets merges at Merrill Street as commuters start their workday in Downtown Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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9:34 a.m. — Harold Romerill enjoys a cup of coffee at Coat Check Coffee in the historic Athenaeum building, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
9:34 a.m. — Harold Romerill enjoys a cup of coffee at Coat Check Coffee in the historic Athenaeum building, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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9:38 a.m. — Dylan Patterson enjoys a bite to eat and some quiet while working on his computer at Coat Check Coffee in the historic Athenaeum building, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Patterson works for the Office of Sustainability at IUPUI and was getting some work done before heading into the office for the day.
9:38 a.m. — Dylan Patterson enjoys a bite to eat and some quiet while working on his computer at Coat Check Coffee in the historic Athenaeum building, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Patterson works for the Office of Sustainability at IUPUI and was getting some work done before heading into the office for the day.
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9:41 a.m. — A great blue heron waits patiently for its next meal at the Rock Flat at the White River on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Heron primarily feast on fish, but, according to the Department of Natural Resources, have been known to eat other aquatic insects, crayfish, small birds, amphibians, reptiles, rodents and other small mammals.
9:41 a.m. — A great blue heron waits patiently for its next meal at the Rock Flat at the White River on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Heron primarily feast on fish, but, according to the Department of Natural Resources, have been known to eat other aquatic insects, crayfish, small birds, amphibians, reptiles, rodents and other small mammals.
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9:52 a.m. — Thaddeus Fry makes an orange peel while preparing a butterscotch latte at Coat Check Coffee in the historic Athenaeum building, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. The heat from the flames expresses citrus oils that bring out the spicy aroma and flavors of the specialty coffee, which is a favorite at the coffee shop.
9:52 a.m. — Thaddeus Fry makes an orange peel while preparing a butterscotch latte at Coat Check Coffee in the historic Athenaeum building, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. The heat from the flames expresses citrus oils that bring out the spicy aroma and flavors of the specialty coffee, which is a favorite at the coffee shop.
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10 a.m. — With the city's skyline behind them, IUPUI nursing students Reilly McGovern and Ally Kochanski walk along the White River Trail near West Michigan Street in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
10 a.m. — With the city's skyline behind them, IUPUI nursing students Reilly McGovern and Ally Kochanski walk along the White River Trail near West Michigan Street in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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10:24 a.m. — Mike Gaines has been manning the smoker at Bar-B-Q Heaven, located on Doctor M.L.K. Jr Street, for 10 years. "Right now, I'm just flipping and turning the meat," he said, on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. The restaurant, which at one time had five locations but is now down to two, has been serving Indianapolis residents for 67 years.
10:24 a.m. — Mike Gaines has been manning the smoker at Bar-B-Q Heaven, located on Doctor M.L.K. Jr Street, for 10 years. "Right now, I'm just flipping and turning the meat," he said, on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. The restaurant, which at one time had five locations but is now down to two, has been serving Indianapolis residents for 67 years.
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10:28 a.m. — Chris Martz saws his way through a large Oak trunk on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. "We bundle wood and sell it," he said. "We make our pumpkin statues during the Halloween season." Martz works behind Bar-B-Q Heaven.
10:28 a.m. — Chris Martz saws his way through a large Oak trunk on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. "We bundle wood and sell it," he said. "We make our pumpkin statues during the Halloween season." Martz works behind Bar-B-Q Heaven.
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11:04 a.m. — Maria Marin reads "Voyage to the Pharos" to a group of children on fall break at Martin Luther King Community Center on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. The book follows the journey of a boy named Dino who wants to travel on a boat to see a lighthouse, the tallest building in the world, but the trip would prove to be tough.
11:04 a.m. — Maria Marin reads "Voyage to the Pharos" to a group of children on fall break at Martin Luther King Community Center on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. The book follows the journey of a boy named Dino who wants to travel on a boat to see a lighthouse, the tallest building in the world, but the trip would prove to be tough.
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11:33 a.m. — Inside Kenny's Barber Shop, located on East 38th Street, barber Marvell Barnes trims the hair of Hamilton Southeastern student Savion Wilkerson on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Wilkerson is the nephew of former Indiana University basketball player and Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame member Bobby Wilkerson, who played for Indiana's 32-0, 1976 National Championship team. Wilkerson would go on the play in the NBA for Chicago, Cleveland, Denver and Seattle.
11:33 a.m. — Inside Kenny's Barber Shop, located on East 38th Street, barber Marvell Barnes trims the hair of Hamilton Southeastern student Savion Wilkerson on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Wilkerson is the nephew of former Indiana University basketball player and Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame member Bobby Wilkerson, who played for Indiana's 32-0, 1976 National Championship team. Wilkerson would go on the play in the NBA for Chicago, Cleveland, Denver and Seattle.
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11:48 a.m. — Dressed in all red, Demond Gant dances as he listens to rapper Mr. Mike in his headphones while waiting for the bus along 38th Street near the corner of Sherman Drive in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. "Man, I do it for exercise really," he said. "But, today I'm doing it to stay warm."
11:48 a.m. — Dressed in all red, Demond Gant dances as he listens to rapper Mr. Mike in his headphones while waiting for the bus along 38th Street near the corner of Sherman Drive in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. "Man, I do it for exercise really," he said. "But, today I'm doing it to stay warm."
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12:04 p.m. — Customers browse the original Downtown farmer's market along Market Street in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
12:04 p.m. — Customers browse the original Downtown farmer's market along Market Street in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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12:13 p.m. — Patrons pass through City Market at lunchtime in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
12:13 p.m. — Patrons pass through City Market at lunchtime in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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12:14 p.m. — Timothy Thompson, a cook at His Place Eatery, laughs with fellow cook Cori Jones during the lunch hour rush on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. "His place actually stands for God's Place," owner James Jones said. "We've had it 10 years." The restaurant was previously owned by a husband and wife ministry team who took a soup kitchen and turned it into a restaurant to try to raise more money for a soup kitchen. According to Jones, the idea failed after three months.
12:14 p.m. — Timothy Thompson, a cook at His Place Eatery, laughs with fellow cook Cori Jones during the lunch hour rush on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. "His place actually stands for God's Place," owner James Jones said. "We've had it 10 years." The restaurant was previously owned by a husband and wife ministry team who took a soup kitchen and turned it into a restaurant to try to raise more money for a soup kitchen. According to Jones, the idea failed after three months.
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12:51 p.m. — Frank White serves a classic corned beef-loaded sandwich to a customer at Shapiro's Delicatessen in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
12:51 p.m. — Frank White serves a classic corned beef-loaded sandwich to a customer at Shapiro's Delicatessen in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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1:25 p.m. — Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department mounted patrol officers Chad Pryce, with horse Abel, Lorie Phillips, with horse Buzz, and Ivy Craney, with horse Ramsey, ride down North Bradley Avenue in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. According to the officers, the area has seen a recent increase in property crime. "We just wanted to ride through today to be visible," they said. "We like to be approachable and want to talk with residents."
1:25 p.m. — Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department mounted patrol officers Chad Pryce, with horse Abel, Lorie Phillips, with horse Buzz, and Ivy Craney, with horse Ramsey, ride down North Bradley Avenue in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. According to the officers, the area has seen a recent increase in property crime. "We just wanted to ride through today to be visible," they said. "We like to be approachable and want to talk with residents."
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1:32 p.m. — Riley Children's Heath certified music therapist Caitlin Krater, right, works with Brody Wright, 30 months old, at Riley Hospital for Children on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Brody, who has Omenn syndrome, SCID and Evans syndrome has been at Riley since February with only two weeks home since September. Krater has been doing music therapy with Brody for some time.
1:32 p.m. — Riley Children's Heath certified music therapist Caitlin Krater, right, works with Brody Wright, 30 months old, at Riley Hospital for Children on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Brody, who has Omenn syndrome, SCID and Evans syndrome has been at Riley since February with only two weeks home since September. Krater has been doing music therapy with Brody for some time.
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1:55 p.m. — Luis, 8, and Timothy, 4, pose for a photo while playing with their bike and scooter at their home off East New York Street on the city's east side on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
1:55 p.m. — Luis, 8, and Timothy, 4, pose for a photo while playing with their bike and scooter at their home off East New York Street on the city's east side on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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2:11 p.m. — Jim Butterfield has been painting murals around Indianapolis for 40 years. On Wednesday, Butterfield, who owns Indianapolis Sign & Design, paints a sign on Circle City Mufflers, formerly S & J Mufflers and Automotive, located on Prospect Street in Indianapolis. "I painted the police department's first horse trailer back in 1981," he said.
2:11 p.m. — Jim Butterfield has been painting murals around Indianapolis for 40 years. On Wednesday, Butterfield, who owns Indianapolis Sign & Design, paints a sign on Circle City Mufflers, formerly S & J Mufflers and Automotive, located on Prospect Street in Indianapolis. "I painted the police department's first horse trailer back in 1981," he said.
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2:15 p.m. — Students are released from Herron High School in Indianapolis for fall break on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
2:15 p.m. — Students are released from Herron High School in Indianapolis for fall break on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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2:27 p.m. — A view of the Indianapolis skyline seen from atop the Penn Arts building, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
2:27 p.m. — A view of the Indianapolis skyline seen from atop the Penn Arts building, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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3:35 p.m. — Lillian Jeter, 4, picks a pumpkin from the patch at Waterman's Family Farm in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
3:35 p.m. — Lillian Jeter, 4, picks a pumpkin from the patch at Waterman's Family Farm in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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4:01 p.m. — Justin Scaife practices with the Marion University marching band outside the Major Taylor Velodrome in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct.16, 2019.
4:01 p.m. — Justin Scaife practices with the Marion University marching band outside the Major Taylor Velodrome in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct.16, 2019.
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4:31 p.m. — Ayden Brooks practices tricks at the Major Taylor Skatepark in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct.16, 2019.
4:31 p.m. — Ayden Brooks practices tricks at the Major Taylor Skatepark in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct.16, 2019.
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4:58 p.m. — Dr. Suzanne Ostle performs a post-op examination on Pojo, a Labrador owned by Carmen Huff, at St. Francis' Pet Hospital, 3015 S. Holt Road, on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
4:58 p.m. — Dr. Suzanne Ostle performs a post-op examination on Pojo, a Labrador owned by Carmen Huff, at St. Francis' Pet Hospital, 3015 S. Holt Road, on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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5:15 p.m. — Rush hour traffic moves through the intersection of Maryland Street and Illinois Street in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
5:15 p.m. — Rush hour traffic moves through the intersection of Maryland Street and Illinois Street in Indianapolis, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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5:45 p.m. — A cyclist rides on the Monon Trail at 16th Street on Oct. 16, 2019. The paved rail-trail runs more than 25 miles from 10th Street to Sheridan.
5:45 p.m. — A cyclist rides on the Monon Trail at 16th Street on Oct. 16, 2019. The paved rail-trail runs more than 25 miles from 10th Street to Sheridan.
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5:58 p.m. — Street Outreach Animal Response Initiative Executive Director Angela Hopson, and outreach lead Cindy Keown, not shown, examine and provide flea treatment and food for Baby Girl, a dog owned by Indianapolis campsite resident Ray Ross, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. SOAR, a non-profit, works with people experiencing homelessness or crisis due to domestic violence or health issues and their pets.
5:58 p.m. — Street Outreach Animal Response Initiative Executive Director Angela Hopson, and outreach lead Cindy Keown, not shown, examine and provide flea treatment and food for Baby Girl, a dog owned by Indianapolis campsite resident Ray Ross, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. SOAR, a non-profit, works with people experiencing homelessness or crisis due to domestic violence or health issues and their pets.
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6:05 p.m. — Maria Alviz, left, Olivia Podell and Morgan Rudolph, who are former coworkers, catch up over a bottle of wine at Mass Ave Wine in Downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
6:05 p.m. — Maria Alviz, left, Olivia Podell and Morgan Rudolph, who are former coworkers, catch up over a bottle of wine at Mass Ave Wine in Downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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6:43 p.m. — Kaitlyn Marie poses on a stage during the RAW Artist Indy Showcase at Old National Centre in Downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
6:43 p.m. — Kaitlyn Marie poses on a stage during the RAW Artist Indy Showcase at Old National Centre in Downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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7:06 p.m. — Shelby Crow, 11, and Peytra Oomkes, 8, hold hands while roller skating at Skateland on the northwest side of Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
7:06 p.m. — Shelby Crow, 11, and Peytra Oomkes, 8, hold hands while roller skating at Skateland on the northwest side of Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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7:33 p.m. — The sun sets on Monument Circle, as seen from the roof of the Sheraton Indianapolis City Center Hotel on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
7:33 p.m. — The sun sets on Monument Circle, as seen from the roof of the Sheraton Indianapolis City Center Hotel on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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8:50 p.m. — Firefighters from Indianapolis Fire Station No. 20 help a man to his feet after concerned citizens found him passed out in the street on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
8:50 p.m. — Firefighters from Indianapolis Fire Station No. 20 help a man to his feet after concerned citizens found him passed out in the street on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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10:54 p.m. —  A look down Market Street toward the Indiana State Capitol building from the top of the stairs at Soldiers & Sailors Monument at Monument Circle in Downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
10:54 p.m. — A look down Market Street toward the Indiana State Capitol building from the top of the stairs at Soldiers & Sailors Monument at Monument Circle in Downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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11:01 p.m. — Gary Profit, left, talks with a coworker while picking up Bird scooters around the stairs at Soldiers & Sailors Monument at Monument Circle in Downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
11:01 p.m. — Gary Profit, left, talks with a coworker while picking up Bird scooters around the stairs at Soldiers & Sailors Monument at Monument Circle in Downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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11:05 p.m. —  After closing up shop for the evening, Fountain Square Barber Shop's Jacob Goble, left, owner Matthew McMillan, center, and friend John O'Bannon enjoy a PBR and cigar.
11:05 p.m. — After closing up shop for the evening, Fountain Square Barber Shop's Jacob Goble, left, owner Matthew McMillan, center, and friend John O'Bannon enjoy a PBR and cigar.
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11:14 p.m. — Vehicles drive along Interstate 65 and Interstate 70 in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
11:14 p.m. — Vehicles drive along Interstate 65 and Interstate 70 in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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11:55 p.m. — Bartender Becca Miller cleans glasses behind the bar at the Slippery Noodle in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
11:55 p.m. — Bartender Becca Miller cleans glasses behind the bar at the Slippery Noodle in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019.
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12:25 a.m. — Kitchen manager Joe Wilkins drinks coffee at Peppy Cafe in Fountain Square on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
12:25 a.m. — Kitchen manager Joe Wilkins drinks coffee at Peppy Cafe in Fountain Square on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
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1:05 a.m. —  An Insomnia Cookies employee pulls out a sheet of cookies in Broad Ripple on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
1:05 a.m. — An Insomnia Cookies employee pulls out a sheet of cookies in Broad Ripple on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
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1:53 a.m. — John Pulskamp, left, Wilson Harris, and Tyler Jacobs, all soccer players with the Swope Park Rangers of Kansas City, play a few games at Beech Grove Bowl, which is open 24 hours a day. The Rangers had lost a match 2-1 to Indy Eleven.
1:53 a.m. — John Pulskamp, left, Wilson Harris, and Tyler Jacobs, all soccer players with the Swope Park Rangers of Kansas City, play a few games at Beech Grove Bowl, which is open 24 hours a day. The Rangers had lost a match 2-1 to Indy Eleven.
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3:50 a.m. — Colby Thelen, an early morning breaking news reporter with Fox 59 and CBS 4, touches up his makeup before doing a live shot to talk about recent shootings in the city on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
3:50 a.m. — Colby Thelen, an early morning breaking news reporter with Fox 59 and CBS 4, touches up his makeup before doing a live shot to talk about recent shootings in the city on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
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4:41 a.m. — A WrestleMania truck drives through Downtown Indianapolis on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, in advance of a weekend show at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
4:41 a.m. — A WrestleMania truck drives through Downtown Indianapolis on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, in advance of a weekend show at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
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5:10 a.m. — Jenny Rust, supervisor at Long's Bakery, works with her crew to get the donuts together about twenty minutes before the store opens on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019. Long's is known for its glazed doughnuts, which are made in quantities of 800 dozen a day on weekends.
5:10 a.m. — Jenny Rust, supervisor at Long's Bakery, works with her crew to get the donuts together about twenty minutes before the store opens on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019. Long's is known for its glazed doughnuts, which are made in quantities of 800 dozen a day on weekends.
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5:30 a.m. — The first customers of the day line up at the door at Long’s Bakery on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
5:30 a.m. — The first customers of the day line up at the door at Long’s Bakery on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
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5:51 a.m. — An exerciser gets a walk in on a treadmill in Downtown Indianapolis on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
5:51 a.m. — An exerciser gets a walk in on a treadmill in Downtown Indianapolis on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.
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