Delaying Indianapolis criminal justice center would raise costs
Opponents of the judicial center financing and construction package should ease off. The city needs it. Here are reasons to go forward.
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MADDOX: Let’s enshrine golf in the Indiana Constitution, too
Thanks to our infamous Legislature, hunting and fishing will be on the ballot in 2016 to become protected rights in our constitution, placing them on par with free speech and freedoms of religion and the press.
RUSTHOVEN: Walker yields to Republican fringe
Scott Walker's recent 180 on immigration was a troubling sign. Two years ago, Walker said things like, "The vast majority of people want to come here for the right reasons." And, "If somebody wants to come in and live the American dream and work hard … we should have a system that works and lets people in."
MAURER: Mickey’s Camp marks 15 years of charity, fun
The summer retreat for men and women is also an opportunity to network, make deals.
FEIGENBAUM: Non-education items destined for budget haircut at Legislature
As lawmakers look to return home by April 29, truly partisan measures are not in evidence among the more intriguing unresolved issues, having been worked through, avoided or simply ignored during the first three months of the session.
LOPRESTI: Brad Stevens meteoric rise continues to defy odds
In Celtics green or Butler blue, preparation and humility lead to same positive results.
DINING: Passione Pane keeps it simple
Unimposing independent Fishers wood-fired pizzeria has limited menu but knows how to deliver. Fresh bread, too.
SKARBECK: Graham’s pearls of wisdom still resonate with investors
The title of a recently discovered 1963 speech given by Benjamin Graham, titled “Securities in an Insecure World,” sounds like a topic one might choose to speak about today.
LOU’S VIEWS: ‘Dontrell,’ Humana Fest, and the shock—and pleasure—of the new
Four days and eight new plays lead to a greater appreciation of adventurous audiences.
BOHANON & STYRING: Legislators eye own districts in school debate
One big hurdle remains before our legislators can leave by their April 29 deadline: the two-year state budget. As is so often the case, the main budget item up in the air is the school formula, the complex calculations that determine how much money each district receives from the state.
FEIGENBAUM: Chastened Indiana lawmakers will stick to their knitting
Once burned, twice shy. You should know that Hoosier legislators—particularly their leaders—are paying close attention to polls, proprietary and public, as the session winds down.
Why the ‘assault’ label?
I was disappointed to read the caption under the picture in the article about Poseidon Experience, “Alan Errichiello trains with an assault rifle … ” [March 23 IBJ].
Indianapolis area needs engaged public
Bruce Race’s [April 6] column “Collaborate on agenda for an exceptional region” recommends a more deliberate conversation about regional planning issues. We couldn’t agree more.
Real critics call them like they see them
Heaven help me: I’m a paid critic. I’m different from the sort of gushing-praiser, or mindless hater on Yelp. I get to research, test and objectively review some of the most advanced computing gear in the industry, year after year.
KENNEDY: About that arc of the moral universe
There’s a famous quote by Martin Luther King: “The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.”
EDITORIAL: Justice center critics must follow through
Opponents of the controversial justice complex proposal pushed by Mayor Greg Ballard might have killed the project when the City-County Council’s Rules and Public Policy Committee voted against it April 14, but that victory shouldn’t be confused with solving the problem. The city is still burdened with inefficient, unsafe jails and courtrooms.
LOPRESTI: Anderson legend Carl Erskine still a fixture at the ballpark
There he was the other day at Victory Field in a Brooklyn cap and Dodger sweater.
MORRIS: WIBC Limbaugh decision a tough one
Getting rid of Rush was the radio version of the Colts parting ways with Peyton Manning.
LOU’s VIEWS: Focused exhibition highlights a world-class Hoosier photojournalist
Stunning in its focus, understated in its design, “Art Meets News” at the Indiana State Museum showcases photos by Bill Foley.
DINING: Beer-driven newbie Yard House lacks identity, embraces variety
You might have already dined at Yard House on a business trip to California, its home base, where it has 20 locations. Or Las Vegas, where its three outposts include the Red Rock Casino.