Daniels attacks bloat
Lucky are we that Mitch Daniels is helping Purdue return to the premier, student-centered university it once was.
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Study Indianapolis criminal justice center
The IBJ is correct [Aug. 18 editorial]. There are too many unanswered questions about the proposed half-billion-dollar criminal justice center and the little-tested public/private partnership (P3) contracting model under which a private consortium would design, build, finance, maintain and operate the facility in return for predetermined annual payments.
DEBOY: Let’s fix our leaky water pipes
As challenging as developing and preserving water supplies for the next 50 years might be, as identified recently in a water resources study by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, another significant challenge looms just as large for most water utilities.
RUSTHOVEN: A president dangerously in denial
The videotaped beheading of American journalist James Foley by ISIS terrorists is a gruesome reminder of the reality of evil—a reality our president and many Americans are reluctant to face.
EDITORIAL: Simon isn’t the problem
Recent criticism of Washington Square decision is misdirected.
RACE: Rest areas, welcome centers send negative message
Indiana has branded itself as the Crossroads of America. We take pride in being an automotive and industrial state. You’d think we’d embrace the idea of rest stops that welcome visitors and celebrate the car culture.
LOU’s VIEWS: Great game hunting at GenCon 2014
GenCon has left behind a trail of games acquired by more than 56,000 attendees…including me. Here are my favorites, with options to please the game aficionado without scaring off the Apples to Apples crowd.
Maurer distorted Pence position
When I read Mickey Maurer’s [Aug. 25 column] “Is there room for compassion in politics?” I was simply taken aback.
HOOPER: Ritz didn’t politicize public education
Glenda Ritz isn’t responsible for politicizing education policy. That distinction goes to her predecessor, Tony Bennett, the Republican she unseated two years ago.
DINING: A Utah-based chain deli piles on the meat at CityWay
Gandolfo’s New York Delicatessen fills in the empty spot vacated by Orange Leaf.
LOPRESTI: Catching up with an exclusive Colts group, the 21 QB club
We know all about Manning and Luck, but what about the others who’ve lined up under center?
Skarbeck: New rules could take shine off money market funds
The Securities and Exchange Commission last month approved new rules for money market funds, which require institutional “prime” money funds and municipal funds to have a floating net asset value, or NAV.
Hicks: Who actually pays the taxes? Good question
Among the most misunderstood concepts in public policy is the burden of taxes. One unfortunate result is a good bit of bitterness and calumny over who pays their fair share.
KENNEDY: Daniels diminishing higher learning
The current political focus on what we used to call “vocational education” not only minimizes the value of a liberal education, it ignores the reality of today’s job market.
MORRIS: Beering sells good coffee for a good cause
Help yourself to some Mission Coffee and help the poor Panamanians who put it in your cup.
DINING: Bar should be set a little higher on promising new taqueria
At BarRio Taco & Tequila Bar, the elements are in play but the recipe doesn’t quite work yet
TRY THIS: A caving adventurer discovers the upside of the underworld
We’re a three-person caving group about to enter Sullivan Cave. Our leader locks the gate behind us.
Change schools chief title while we’re at it
I support the initiative being pushed to move the position of state schools chief to an appointed position. While we are at it can we also change the title of the position to Superintendent of Schools?
How to upgrade International Motor Speedway
The quality of the racing entertainment at Indianapolis Motor Speedway is unsurpassed by any track [Aug. 4]. If the ultimate goal is to attract more fans, then Doug Boles must make their comfort a top priority.