Welcome to the archives for NewsTalk, an IBJ blog published from November 2007 through December 2010.
Environment Blog Posts
Pick your (bug) poison
September 29, 2010
Comments(0)Now scientists are finding genetically modified insect killer in Indiana water.
MoreIndiana bombs in rankings of 'new economy' states
August 25, 2010
Comments(8)State has a dire future if Business Facilities' latest lists are any indication.
MoreDreaded Asian carp headed toward Indy
August 19, 2010
Comments(8)Invasive species that decimates food chains and riles boaters is swimming up the White River, expert says.
MoreIs Baron Hill high and dry?
July 28, 2010
Comments(5)The congressman was the only one from the Indiana delegation to vote for cap and trade. Now, with the Senate having gotten
cold feet on the legislation, Hill might have been left to twist in the wind.
MoreIs alternative energy sustainable in Indiana?
July 7, 2010
Comments(4)An economic development observer questions what will happen after the feds turn off the tap.
MoreStudy calls for restricting development in Indy area
June 29, 2010
Comments(9)Prime farmland is disappearing fast, Indiana University researcher warns.
MoreTime to bring I-69 downtown?
May 28, 2010
Comments(43)Dusting off the original plans to extend the highway from I-465 to downtown would ease congestion. But, oh, the downsides.
MoreOne thing that's going right in Indiana
May 27, 2010
Comment(1)In a state where education, incomes and health suffer, there’s more water than anyone knows what do to with.
MoreAssessing Daniels' record on the environment
April 26, 2010
Comments(4)A leading Hoosier environmentalist thinks the governor isn’t living up to his conservative reputation.
MoreIndiana's smelly news
April 22, 2010
Comment(1)If it isn’t huge methane bubbles in manure pits, its drug suspects actually hiding in the stuff.
MoreShowdown for ethanol
April 19, 2010
Comments(6)Powerful new lobbies are fighting over the future of the controversial industry. Who are they appealing to? You.
MoreGlobal warming = more snow?
February 19, 2010
Comments(24)A meteorologist says we can expect a string of cold, snowy winters, thanks to more moisture in the atmosphere.
MoreNew Madrid quivers
January 25, 2010
Comments(14)The infamous geologic fault line makes news again.
MoreIndiana and climate change
January 22, 2010
Comments(5)A report by an influential Republican pollster could send a disruptive ripple through Indiana.
MoreCarp, shipping and a lawsuit
December 3, 2009
Comments(2)A lawsuit aimed at stopping invasive carp from reaching Lake Michigan could bring some forms of shipping to a grinding halt.
MoreDrugs in our water
October 21, 2009
Comments(7)Researchers are finding a host of pharmaceutical residues in tributaries to the White River, from which Indianapolis and other
cities draw drinking water.
MoreTaking Ostrom to Indiana forests
October 13, 2009
Comments(0)How rich that Elinor Ostrom, the Indiana University professor who won a Nobel prize for economics yesterday, got her nails
dirty researching how people in pockets of forests in undeveloped nations allocate their natural resources.
MoreDow AgroSciences and the Holy Grail
October 7, 2009
Comment(1)Dow AgroSciences could boost its market share in genetically altered corn almost overnight by inventing a perennial corn.
But investors might not have the patience.
MoreSecond thoughts on alternative energy
September 23, 2009
Comments(4)A future rich in biofuels, solar and wind energy would consume a lot of land, a study says.
MoreYou are green: Now what?
September 15, 2009
Comment(1)IBJ Daily readers are keenly interested in environmental issues, if a poll conducted by IBJ in conjunction with Walker Information
is any indication.
MoreReturn of the gas-guzzler?
April 29, 2009
Comments(7)Americans are gravitating toward the kinds of vehicles theyâ??ll be buying for the next several years, says
one of the nationâ??s leading automotive forecasters.
John Wolkonowicz, senior auto analyst at IHS Global Insight, says the dominant vehicle of the future will...
MoreMass transit potential
April 27, 2009
Comments(13)For an interesting take on how mass transit could help revitalize Indianapolis, see IBJ reporter Chris Oâ??Malleyâ??s
story this week on the topic. Ball State grad students dreamed up several concepts for plunking new rail
stations along existing...
MoreBacksliding on environment?
December 30, 2008
Comments(6)One of the most curious developments underway in state government is the moves by the Department of Environmental
Management to back peddle on its mandate to keep an eye on polluters.
Environmental groups are aghast at IDEMâ??s plan to slap penalties...
MoreThe (your name here) bat
December 4, 2008
Comments(3)Purdue University is jumping on a trend toward offering naming rights for newly discovered species.
The university plans to announce Monday that a bat discovered by one of its researchers can be named for
a company, a person â??...
MoreGreat mileage, bad wrecks
August 28, 2008
Comments(6)Small, fuel-efficient cars are in and big, thirsty vehicles are out. But as consumers try to save money
on gas, their odds of getting hurt increase, the Insurance Research Council warned today.
The Pennsylvania organization, which researches the property and casualty...
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Lauren: I reported BJ's plans based on their filing for construction permits. Of course, it's possible the plans fell through. Will update if I can find out more.
This weekend the Indianapolis School of Ballet performed Russian Treasures at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Theater for huge, enthusiastic crowds. This group of young people, returning students and young guest artists did fantastic performances of Balanchine's Valse-Fantaisie, Swan Lake Act II, Raymonda Act III and Allegro Vivace. I was blown away by the professionalism and energy of this school, which is on the caliber with most professional companies. If you're looking for great dancing and production value, this downtown venue is worth seeing and supporting.
Are they indeed going up there? I was told by BJ's directly they had no new stores planned in the area...
The article mentions that Indiana casinos are losing revenue to Ohio and Illinois casinos, but neglects to mention that those regional competitors are smoke-free for worker health.
In other words, Indiana's smoke-filled casinos are losing revenue to smoke-free competitors - without a local or statewide clean air law in Indiana to blame for it. Meanwhile, Indiana's casino workers, in order to provide for their family in a tough economy, must face the health hazards of secondhand smoke on a daily basis including cancer, heart disease, COPD, and many other preventable diseases, and associated healthcare costs.
Indiana lawmakers should take a cue from states like Ohio, Illinois, Maryland, and Massachusetts and ensure that casino jobs don't sicken the very people those jobs are intended to help. Even sophisticated casino ventilation systems do not protect people from the serious health hazards of secondhand smoke.
Some bump day, huh? Why were Loyd and Hamilton not allowed to run? Both say they had rides. It must be all part of the Vision. The good news is no traffic and plenty of room to stretch out. It would be nice if someone picked up some trash, there was so much trash in the Paddock Penthouse yesterday it looked like a Hulman George family reunion.