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Jane Woods Hodge, a beloved Indianapolis icon who brought music and magic to kids for over two decades on WTTV’s “Popeye and Janie” and “The Janie Show,” passed away in August. A gifted educator with degrees from IU and Butler, she later taught music in IPS for 12 years before retiring in 1998. Known for her vibrant energy and deep love of learning, she connected with generations of children, even taking her show on the road to places like the Indianapolis Zoo. After retirement, she remained active, volunteering with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and Indy Reads. Her show’s popularity was legendary—waitlists stretched for two years—and in 2015, she was honored with induction into the Indiana Broadcasters Association Pioneer Hall of Fame. Hodge’s legacy is one of joy, service, and an enduring impact on Indiana’s children and communities.

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