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Indianapolis Thu. Aug 11 2022

Crispus Attucks alum Willis Kirk displayed early genius

While yet in his teens, the celebrated drummer at played with Charlie Parker and also Duke Ellington at the legendary Sunset Club.

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Crispus Attucks alum Willis Kirk displayed early genius

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Indianapolis Tue. Aug 9 2022

The Indiana Avenue policeman who played tenor sax

In 1931, David Clark joined other Crispus Attucks High School graduates who called themselves the "Brown Buddies” and toured the country.

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The Indiana Avenue policeman who played tenor sax

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Indianapolis Weather: Wednesday April 2

High: 79°

Low: 43°

Wind: 11 MPH ESE

Chance of rain: 0%

Thundery outbreaks in nearby, with a high of 79 and low of 43 degrees. Overcast in the morning, light rain shower during the afternoon, thundery outbreaks in nearby in the evening, partly cloudy overnight.

Indianapolis Sun. Aug 7 2022

Carl Perkins featured on Echoes of Indiana Avenue!

Despite his short life, Carl Perkins recorded with jazz greats including Max Roach, Quincy Jones, Dexter Gordon, Chet Baker, Clifford Brown, and Dizzy Gillespie.

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Carl Perkins featured on Echoes of Indiana Avenue!

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Indianapolis Sun. Aug 7 2022

BLACK: A Festival of Joy today at Riverside Park!

The free festival features music, poetry, food and vendors, say organizers.

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BLACK: A Festival of Joy today at Riverside Park!

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Indianapolis Sat. Aug 6 2022

Joshua Mickens chooses LSU as path to NFL

His father, Arnold Mickens, was a Broad Ripple and Butler University star who played for Indianapolis Colts in 1996, and later was a ninth-grade counselor at Crispus Attucks.

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Joshua Mickens chooses LSU as path to NFL

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Indianapolis Fri. Aug 5 2022

Indiana Avenue Photographer captured history

In 1956, O. James Fox photographed this view looking northwest on Indiana Avenue toward the Madam Walker Building and Theatre.

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Indiana Avenue Photographer captured history

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Indianapolis Fri. Aug 5 2022

DEBORAH REGINA WHITE-ROSE OBITUARY

The 1968 Crispus Attucks alum is remembered fondly as mother and educator.

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Leslie Fuller Editor

Indianapolis Fri. Aug 5 2022

Artist TJ Reynolds Solo Show Opening Friday at Madam Walker

All are invited for Art on the Avenue Friday, August 5, from 6-9 p.m. for a reception highlighting the artwork of TJ Reynolds.

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Artist TJ Reynolds Solo Show Opening Friday at Madam Walker

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Indianapolis Thu. Aug 4 2022

How long has Indianapolis been known as Naptown?

“The earliest reference to “Naptown” is from a 1927 Indianapolis Recorder article about jazz musicians.

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How long has Indianapolis been known as Naptown?

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Indianapolis Wed. Aug 3 2022

OBITUARY JEROME S. BOYD

The Crispus Attucks alumnus integrated The indianapolis City Amateur Golf Tournament.

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Leslie Fuller Editor

Indianapolis Tue. Aug 2 2022

Crispus Attucks’ Laverne Newsome an unforgettable educator

He taught Indiana Avenue musicians Wes Montgomery, J.J. Johnson, Steven Weakley and many others.

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Crispus Attucks’ Laverne Newsome an unforgettable educator

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Indianapolis Tue. Aug 2 2022

CARMILLA BRINKLEY OBITUARY

The Crispus Attucks alumnus was a computer programmer and loved roller skating.

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Indianapolis Mon. Aug 1 2022

Chalkbeat reports good news at Crispus Attucks!

Across all high schools run by Indianapolis Public Schools, 71% of freshmen were on track to graduate in 2022, compared to just 59% in 2021, Chalkbeat reports.

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Chalkbeat reports good news at Crispus Attucks!

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Indianapolis Mon. Aug 1 2022

Dr. Rozelle Boyd remembered as educator, Council President

In 2004, Dr. Rozelle Boyd served for a time as Indianapolis City Council President, the first African American and Democrat to hold the position.

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Dr. Rozelle Boyd remembered as educator, Council President

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Indianapolis Sun. Jul 31 2022

Naptown vocalist Sarah McLawler featured on radio program

Producer Kyle Long states “Echoes of Indiana Avenue” will include an hour of music from Sarah McLawler, including early work with all-female quartet The Syncoettes.

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Naptown vocalist Sarah McLawler featured on radio program

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