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The root of Indiana's myriad problems
November 22, 2010
Comments(37)Longtime economist Morton Marcus says the objective truth is that Indiana is in decline. He also insists the solution is a
change in the culture, not just job creation.
MoreA historian muses on the American character and the debt crisis
November 15, 2010
Comments(5)Indiana University's James Madison is "marginally optimistic" Americans have the fortitude to tackle what could grow to become
an emergency ranking with the Civil War, the Great Depression and World War II.
MoreIndiana is a bigger Amish state than you think
September 10, 2010
Comments(7)How much longer until even Pennsylvania is eclipsed?
MoreWould Indy cops be better without Unigov?
August 31, 2010
Comments(6)The local NAACP president tells an out-of-town newspaper that service has deteriorated under merged police and sheriff's
departments.
MoreTip-offs for when CEOs lie
August 31, 2010
Comment(1)A new study offers insights into when CEOs are fibbing. But those who benefit most from the revelations might be their handlers.
MoreNo judgment; just pay the extended use fee
August 25, 2010
Comments(14)The Indianapolis Marion County Public Library no longer "fines" patrons for overdue books. Are you feeling better?
MoreTravails of the home worker
August 4, 2010
Comments(0)They’re nabbed to run errands, pick up kids and other tasks by those who “go to work.” A report says they’re
pushing back.
MoreDePauw's tricky decision
August 3, 2010
Comments(14)Was spurning Carmel hazing suspect the right call?
MoreRoot causes of the Black Expo shootings
July 19, 2010
Comments(57)Taking the debate beyond curfews and other Band-Aids.
MoreMomentum builds to delay Social Security
July 16, 2010
Comments(7)Politicians are beginning to tepidly make the case to head off disaster.
MoreExpert: The end to sedentary lifestyles is in sight
July 15, 2010
Comments(0)Physical and mental problems tied to inactivity are pushing both government and the private sector to force changes, Bradford
Woods chief says.
MoreArcelorMittal throws down gauntlet on gun law
July 1, 2010
Comments(3)Steelmaker’s decision to forbid guns at work despite Indiana’s new statute will likely spark a lawsuit.
MoreWas Daniels right about the Court of Appeals?
June 30, 2010
Comments(5)The state Supreme Court rammed an appeals court decision on Indiana’s voter ID bill down its throat. Was the appellate
decision “judicial arrogance?”
MoreComings and goings in the Indy area
June 22, 2010
Comments(3)A clever interactive map shows where locals are moving to and where the new locals hail from.
MoreBloomington chamber steps into Arizona boycott debate
June 11, 2010
Comments(28)The real hurt is being felt right in Bloomington, the biz group complains.
MoreNipping estate feuds in the bud
June 7, 2010
Comment(1)A lawyer says too many parents withhold information about estate from heirs and unwittingly set up the heirs for a battle.
MoreBloomington piles into Arizona boycott
June 3, 2010
Comments(67)City officials in Bloomington have decided to stop buying goods and services from companies based in Arizona. Neither will
the city send its officials to Arizona for conferences.
MoreThe perils of measuring 'success'
May 10, 2010
Comments(0)A philanthropy expert thinks donors could unwittingly undermine their dollars and time by insisting on too much documentation.
MoreHard times might make workers feel better about employers
May 3, 2010
Comments(0)Any bounce could be temporary, an expert cautions.
MoreReady for subsidized vacation?
April 21, 2010
Comments(6)Vacations are evolving into a “human right” in the European Union. So, you guessed it, subsidies are next. But
an IU prof who’s a native of France isn’t sure it’s a good idea.
MoreAssessing George W. Bush's presidency
April 13, 2010
Comments(14)Bush will be among friends when he speaks in Indianapolis on Thursday. But how will history treat his term in office?
MoreWill Tony Bennett's school reforms hurt struggling students?
April 8, 2010
Comments(9)A plan to get more parents interested in their children’s performance in school and reward good teachers might inadvertently
strip resources from students who most need the help most.
MoreIs Indiana northern or southern?
April 7, 2010
Comments(31)Many Hoosiers would recoil at the Confederate History Month declaration by Virginia’s new governor. Others, though,
might not, and the reaction would likely depend on where in Indiana the reaction came from.
MoreA tip for getting into vet school
March 31, 2010
Comment(1)Like cattle, hogs and other big farm animals? You’re now considered a diversity candidate.
MoreCity Securities chief likes Tea Party
March 30, 2010
Comments(10)You know times have changed when the head of Indianapolis’ main investment bank can identify with the Tea Party movement.
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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.