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Are women equal in law firms?: Local firms examine ways to retain female employees

November 13, 2006

A new survey shows that women are still scarce at the top levels of the legal profession, a phenomenon that local firms are working hard to change. Most of the nation’s 200 largest firms participated in the survey by the National Association of Women Lawyers. The survey was designed to collect information not only about how many women are employed by law firms, but also how many women are in the higher ranks of firms, such as governing groups and…

SPORTS: Glimmers of hope give Painter a long honeymoon

November 13, 2006

In terms of a transition game, Purdue University’s Matt Painter hasn’t yet been able to get out on the figurative fast break. First, there was the year he spent as associate head coach during Gene Keady’s long goodbye, when the Boilers struggled to a woeful 7-21 mark. Then, last season, when Painter assumed full control of the Boilermakers, injuries and suspensions factored heavily into a 9-19 record and a last-place, 3-13 finish in the Big Ten. And this year? With…

EYE ON THE PIE: How much do property rights matter?

November 13, 2006

Rep. Roberta Righteous won reelection to the Indiana House again this year without opposition. We met for coffee and cinnamon rolls at a quiet spot near the Statehouse. “What’s going to be this year’s hot topic in the Legislature?” I asked. “Not prayer,” she said. “Not abortion, not education, not even jobs. The issue will be protecting property rights.” “Are property rights being threatened?” I asked, licking the frosting from my fingers. “No more than usual,” she responded with a…

Health summit to discuss Latinos:

November 6, 2006

Obesity, mental health and the “Face of the Latino Immigrant” will be among the topics spotlighted Nov. 17 at the third annual Hispanic/Latino Health Summit in Indianapolis. Dr. Maria Soto-Greene will deliver the keynote address on effectively meeting the needs of the Hispanic/Latino community. Soto-Greene is the vice dean of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Juana Watson, senior adviser on Latino affairs for Gov. Mitch Daniels, will talk about the health care needs of rural Mexicans…

Green roofs slow to take root in Indianapolis area: Despite an array of environmental and other benefits, initial costs and lack of incentives put lid on their use

November 6, 2006

Green roofs color the skylines in Chicago, Philadelphia, Toronto and other North American cities, but Hoosiers have to look high and low to find similar examples of the plant-filled building tops in Indianapolis. “Most green roofs [in other cities] are on the tops of existing buildings, where here they are [more likely to be found] above an underground parking garage that you might not even be aware is there,” said Mark Zelonis, director of the gardens and grounds at the…

Some say Wheeler Mission hurts neighborhood’s potential

November 6, 2006

A fall merger of two Indianapolis homeless shelters set off a new round of speculation about whether Wheeler Mission Ministries Inc. will continue to operate out of its 245 N. Delaware St. location–a stone’s throw from multimillion-dollar redevelopment under way on Massachusetts Avenue.

Century-old landmark building gets new life as condos: Former Ashantii Ballroom renovated into 11 units

November 6, 2006

He lived in the south Broad Ripple house 11 years, rented it out for another 11, then sold it for three times what he paid for it. Today, McMichael, 43, owns a dozen rental properties around Indianapolis, plus the well-known Rathskeller Restaurant downtown. And recently he’s turned his real estate eye to 16th and Alabama streets where he’s converting the former Ashantii Ballroom into luxury condominiums. “I learned years ago with that first house the power of real estate,” Michael…

SPORTS: IU’s Sampson prepares for his toughest audience

November 6, 2006

CHICAGO-Yes, Kelvin Sampson has the job. It’s been his since March. Nonetheless, the audition begins next week in Conseco Fieldhouse, when his IU Hoosiers basketball team opens the preseason NIT against Lafayette. Sampson will need to be into multi-tasking. Coach his team. Rise to stratospheric expectations. Restore reputations. Quiet the critics who can’t get over the fact that he arrived with baggage that included more than his clothes. And, just win, baby. That will take care of virtually all of…

High school dropouts go under microscope: IPS seeks answers from leaders on costly problem

November 6, 2006

Indianapolis Public Schools late this month plans to convene a community panel to help the state’s largest school system implement a dropout prevention plan next spring. The first public meeting of the 50-person panel is set for Nov. 27 and comes as a new report suggests Indiana dropouts cost taxpayers $62 million a year. The panel is made up of a wide range of people, from parents to community leaders. Each of the estimated 21,000 dropouts statewide costs the state…

Ponds poo-pooed by more developers: Land prices create need for alternative storm systems

November 6, 2006

For years, the model for most local drainage systems-especially in large development sites not directly downtown-has been underground pipes running into a large detention pond. The ponds have dotted the landscape, becoming a perk for office dwellers and homeowners wanting a “lake” view, but raising the concern of many safety officials over the increased risk of drownings. But as new federal rules come into effect requiring not just flood prevention but also filtration of contaminants, more developers may be moving…

EYE ON THE PIE: We all could use a dose of civility

November 6, 2006

Whenever life seems too gloomy to endure, there is relief to be found in the antics of the Bloomington City Council. That body of jokesters recently voted to permit households within the city limits to keep up to five chickens. These chickens will help supply fresh eggs, thereby reducing the community’s dependency on unnatural food sources. (No, dear reader, I did not make this up.) We will not claim the City Council of Bloomington is sexist because it permits egg-laying…

Lucas Oil launches high-end motorcycle biz in Indy

November 6, 2006

Little known in this market less than a year ago, Lucas Oil Products is roaring into town with its first brick-and-mortar operation. Founder Forrest Lucas has set up a sister company, Lucas Cycles, to make fancy, fuel-injected motorcycles.

Cable company rolls out on-demand advertising: Comcast already has signed deal with General Motors

November 6, 2006

People don’t typically pay for on-demand cable so that they can look at advertisements, but Comcast thinks they will. It’s trying to turn an old axiom-that people avoid advertising like the plague-on its ear. The Philadelphia-based company that provides cable television in much of Marion County thinks its new on-demand advertising-launched earlier this fall-will be so popular, viewers will seek out the pitches. For Comcast digital cable subscribers, accessing on-demand ads is as easy as going to their video on-demand…

VOICES FROM THE INDUSTRY: What you should know about Life Settlements

September 25, 2006

One fairly new investment that has gained attention in recent years is the Senior Life Settlement. What are Senior Life Settlements? Life Settlements evolved from the Viatical industry in the 1990s, when people diagnosed with terminal illnesses such as AIDS, usually facing life expectancies of three years or less, sold their life insurance policies on the secondary market to cover costs of their health care. These types of investments have gradually increased over the years and have paved the way…

Minority-owned contractor Mezzetta Construction downsizes dramatically

September 25, 2006

Mezzetta Construction Inc., one of the city’s largest minority-owned businesses and a contractor on the Lucas Oil Stadium project, is downsizing its staff and auctioning off its office and construction equipment while struggling with financial difficulties.

SPORTS: Football triple-header has its highs and lows

September 25, 2006

There’s nothing better than Friday night at a high school football game. Unless it’s Saturday afternoon at a college football game (even if it is Indiana University). Or Sunday afternoon at an NFL game. Then again, how about all the above on an idyllic late-summer weekend? So, my wife, Sherry, and I set out for a tripleheader gridiron adventure. And before I proceed, let me say it’s terrific to have a bride who will happily endure three football games in…

Chamber of Commerce explores casino recommendation

September 25, 2006

To shore up local government’s enormous financial shortfalls, the Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce has begun investigating whether it wants to push for a downtown casino–a politically explosive idea that would face widespread opposition.

EYE ON THE PIE: Who is watching Hoosier journalism?

September 25, 2006

I recently attended a lecture on renal problems of penal populations. The study of kidney disease among prisoners has been a fascination of mine since I started watching James Cagney movies. The next day, I thought I would break out in liver spots when I read the newspaper account. The central points of the lecture were missed as the reporter bore down on other interesting, but tangential, issues. No doubt some of prisoners’ kidney problems are the result of specific…

VOICES FROM THE INDUSTRY: High gasoline prices sometimes difficult to understand

September 25, 2006

Just who or what is it that sets the price for a gallon of gas? Well, gasoline station owners of course. Whether it’s a momand-pop station or part of a large chain, the owner looks at prices up and down the street and changes the signs accordingly. These owners know what everybody else around them is charging, and they also know what their supplier is charging them for their wholesale supply. What about the wholesale price? Its set in a…

Ivy Tech to host SBDC: State hopes partnership will end instability, help local center shine as consultant

September 25, 2006

The Central Indiana Small Business Development Center hasn’t exactly been a pillar of stability that budding entrepreneurs seeking its advice could emulate. The entity, part of a statewide network of 11 such centers that counsel fledgling businesses, has struggled to find a permanent home-and a capable director-for five years. But state officials, eager to end the strife, have stepped in to lead a reorganization they hope will return the center to prominence within the local small-business community. For starters, Ivy…

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Are women equal in law firms?: Local firms examine ways to retain female employees

SPORTS: Glimmers of hope give Painter a long honeymoon

EYE ON THE PIE: How much do property rights matter?

Health summit to discuss Latinos:

Green roofs slow to take root in Indianapolis area: Despite an array of environmental and other benefits, initial costs and lack of incentives put lid on their use

Some say Wheeler Mission hurts neighborhood’s potential

Century-old landmark building gets new life as condos: Former Ashantii Ballroom renovated into 11 units

SPORTS: IU’s Sampson prepares for his toughest audience

High school dropouts go under microscope: IPS seeks answers from leaders on costly problem

Ponds poo-pooed by more developers: Land prices create need for alternative storm systems

EYE ON THE PIE: We all could use a dose of civility

Lucas Oil launches high-end motorcycle biz in Indy

Cable company rolls out on-demand advertising: Comcast already has signed deal with General Motors

VOICES FROM THE INDUSTRY: What you should know about Life Settlements

Minority-owned contractor Mezzetta Construction downsizes dramatically

SPORTS: Football triple-header has its highs and lows

Chamber of Commerce explores casino recommendation

EYE ON THE PIE: Who is watching Hoosier journalism?

VOICES FROM THE INDUSTRY: High gasoline prices sometimes difficult to understand

Ivy Tech to host SBDC: State hopes partnership will end instability, help local center shine as consultant