Gun-toting athletes grab headlines
I am torn today. I know a story about gun-toting athletes will get readers’ attention. And with New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress’ recent problems, it’s timely.
Yesterday I was only slightly surprised…
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UT asks for Manning blessing
Few doubt that Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning will be a first-rate coach—if he chooses to pursue that line of work after his playing days are over. He’s already taken on the role…
NASCAR sponsors lead IRL
The newly released Joyce Julius sponsorship value numbers for NASCAR are pretty sobering. They dwarf those of the Indy Racing League.
Lowe’s, the primary sponsor for this year’s NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, garnered television exposure valued at $200 million….
Conservationist awarded for his dogged pursuit to save endangered species
Through the efforts of The Indianapolis Zoo, the animal conservation world lasers in on Indianapolis every two years —
presenting
our community an opportunity to recognize and learn from a hero in science and conservation.
Speedway project will have victims
I have to comment regarding the latest articles [in the Nov. 10 issue] regarding the redevelopment of Speedway. While the articles were written very well and gave the impression that this redevelopment is a must for the community, I do not remember reading anything regarding the businesses that will be lost or the people who […]
Pacers, Ivy Tech join forces to offer scholarships
The Indiana Pacers and Ivy Tech Community College have teamed to offer six statewide scholarships to Ivy Tech students.
Those responsible for hiring Sampson at IU should show accountability
Now that the NCAA has decided not to punish Indiana University further for basketball infractions, the athletic program must
concentrate on building an honest, successful sports program.
Local firm brokers huge F1 deal
When I first met Zak Brown in 2001, it was to interview him for a story about his mostly unheard of company, Just Marketing. At the time, I was writing a “Small Business…
NCAA sends IU final message
The system works, proclaimed Indiana University coach Tom Crean yesterday after the NCAA handed down its ruling for transgressions in the Hoosiers’ basketball program last year.
It certainly does. But most people have little…
Pacers attendance better, not great
The Indiana Pacers are in the bottom five in the National Basketball Association in attendance, but it’s still a solid leap up from last year. And it’s early, so there’s lots of time…
Melvin Bullitt: Colts’ MVP?
I won’t debate who the Indianapolis Colts’ most valuable player is this season. There are perhaps more qualified people for that speculative sport. But I will tell you who the Colts’ best value…
Friendship built on basketball was admirable
Jim Rosenstihl, an Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame coch, and Jim Limp, a retired Eli Lilly employee, together exemplified
an undying, unyielding, unrelenting friendship.
Siegel’s NASCAR future in doubt after merger
Chip Ganassi’s NASCAR team is teaming with Dale Earnhardt Inc. where Max Siegel has served as president of global operations
since early 2007, and the former Baker & Daniels attorney may be among many laid off in the merger.
USA Basketball chooses Glendale over Indy
USA Basketball will move its headquarters from Colorado Springs to Glendale, Ariz. — not to Indianapolis or Louisville,
two
other front-runners.
Tony Stewart stops horse slaughter
Say what you want about Tony Stewart, he’s OK in my book. His foundation does lots of good work for causes benefiting children and animals. So if he sometimes gets a little caustic after races,…
IU, PU commemorate Bucket game
Purdue and Indiana universities are celebrating one of college football’s oldest prizes—together.
As the Boilermakers and Hoosiers gear up for their showdown tomorrow at Purdue’s Ross-Ade Stadium—the 83rd battle for the Old Oaken Bucket—the…
Colts players tied up over rules
At an Indianapolis Colts team meeting held yesterday, coach Tony Dungy asked how many players didn’t know an NFL game could end in a tie. About 15 players raised their hands, according to…
Target wins IRL exposure race
Target, the primary sponsor of 2008 Indy Racing League champion Scott Dixon and his teammate Dan Wheldon, secured $16 million of exposure value during race broadcasts this past season, more than twice the…
’09 title sponsor hopes evaporate
Efforts to land an Indy Racing League title sponsor have turned to 2010. Just two months ago, IRL officials said a deal appeared imminent. In October, the economy stifled negotiations. Now, almost all…
Indy’s loss is Arizona’s gain
USA Basketball today announced it will move its headquarters from Colorado Springs to Glendale, Ariz. Indianapolis and Louisville were the other front runners. Indianapolis officials announced earlier this year they were out of…