'This is a time of renewal and regrounding for Republicans' Nov 20, 2008
Will weak economy affect your plans. This is a time of renewal and regrounding for Republicans. (Indianapolis Star)
Tar Heels Rebound (Sort Of) Just In Time Nov 20, 2008
Carolina corrected the former but never the latter in its 73-67 win over Xavier as Musketeer forward Ta'Shia Phillips, a 6-6 sophomore from Indianapolis, notched a double-double - in each half. There must be something about those Indiana kids; Bloomington native once had 26 points and 24 rebounds in a huge win over Duke in March of 2005. (Tarheelblue.com)
On the Air - TV and Radio Nov 20, 2008
1, WRAZ, WFXI4 p.m. Regional coverage, WRAL, WNCT4:15 p.m. Regional coverage, WRAZ, WFXI4:15 p.m. Washington at Seattle, WAUG-7508:15 p.m. Indianapolis at San Diego, WNCN, WITNNHL HOCKEY3 p.m. Nashville at Carolina, WCMC-99. 9SOCCER3:30 p.m. MLS Cup, Chicago/Columbus winner vs. New York/Real Salt Lake winner, WTVD, WCTIWOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL11 a.m. or 1 p.m. Minnesota or American vs. N.C. State, WKNC-88. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Insurance Scams: Like A Bad Neighbor Nov 20, 2008
All were made whole by Indiana Farm Bureau, a smallish, privately owned stock life insurance company in Indianapolis, Ind. Knecht, 48, is serving a ten-year prison term at the federal prison in Marion, Ill. (Forbes)
• More State/National Stories • Nov 20, 2008
Indianapolis at San Diego, 7:15 p.m.. Monday, Nov. 24. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
The NCAA drops the ball yet again Nov 20, 2008
However, the NCAA awarded the next five Final Fours to New Orleans, Atlanta, Dallas, Indianapolis and Houston ... Back in 2004, the NCAA and Indianapolis reached a double-pinkie-pull pact that assures Nap Town a Final Four at least every five years until 2039 ... Of course, the NCAA's headquarters moved to Indianapolis from Kansas City in 1999 and in the 2004 Final Four deal, Indianapolis promised to serve as an "emergency" backup location should the Final Four ever need to be moved. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Woman sues after 'BE GODS' license plate rejected Nov 20, 2008
By Jon Murray, The Indianapolis Star INDIANAPOLIS The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles commissioner today backed off its denial of a woman's request for a personalized license plate reading "BE GODS." ... It was not immediately clear what effect the reversal would have on Ferris' lawsuit, which was filed on her behalf Monday in U.S. District Court in Indianapolis by the Alliance Defense Fund of Scottsdale, Ariz ... The Indianapolis Star and USA TODAY are both owned by Gannett. (USA Today -- News)
Where Pro Team Ticket Prices Could Fall Nov 20, 2008
So are the NFL's Indianapolis Colts and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Rangers. Why these teams. (Forbes -- Business)
Indiana legislators gather amid budget worries Nov 19, 2008
Rensselaer Republican. Leaders of the GOP-controlled Senate say they want a balanced budget that protects education funding. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
LeBron puts on show in Jersey as Cavs rout Nets Nov 19, 2008
At Indianapolis, Danny Granger scored 34 points to lead the Pacers. Rasho Nesterovic scored 21 points, Jeff Foster had 12 and Troy Murphy added 10 points and 19 rebounds for the Pacers (5-5), who won their fifth consecutive home game against Atlanta. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Santas Depot: Nov 19, 2008
Tri Kappa is a philanthropic sorority started in Indianapolis in 1901 by a group of young ladies at the Girls classical School. Each was to begin a chapter in her hometown. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Indiana court allows 'God' plates... Nov 19, 2008
Court Upholds 'In God We Trust' Plate - Indiana News Story - WRTV Indianapolis ... INDIANAPOLIS -- The Indiana Court of Appeals issued a ruling Monday that affirmed Indiana's "In God We Trust" plates are constitutional. (The Drudge Report)
Hawks' slump continues with loss to Pacers Nov 19, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -Danny Granger isn't ready to consider himself an NBA star just yet. But the Indiana Pacers' fourth-year swingman is certainly playing like one. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hawks lose game, Horford Nov 19, 2008
Indianapolis The hits just keep coming for the Hawks. Their 6-0 start is fading rapidly into the background as the injuries and losses continue to mount. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Not another one Nov 19, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS - Every team is always just one injury away from the danger zone in the NBA. That s the prhase tossed around frequently in NBA circles. The Hawks probably thought they d already dealt with their big injury blow of this early season when Josh Smith went down with a high ankle sprain two weeks ago against Toronto. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tribute to black Hoosiers takes back seat to Harrison bust Nov 19, 2008
Vernon Smith, D-Gary, is willing to wait another year for a permanent Statehouse tribute to the contributions African-American leaders have made to the Hoosier state. Smith, who sponsored a 2007 law to commission the tribute, gladly obliged when a colleague added an amendment for the Harrison bust. (Munster Times, IN)
Indiana legislators confront bleak economic times Nov 19, 2008
The dismal economic climate in which legislators will craft a new two-year state budget dominated discussion on a day usually reserved for the seating of new members and for speeches stressing bipartisan cooperation. 4 billion in rainy day funds heading into 2009 budget negotiations. (Munster Times, IN)
Poll finds Hoosiers split on Sunday alcohol sales Nov 18, 2008
An Indianapolis Star/WTHR poll found that 46 percent of residents support changing current law to allow Sunday sales, while 45 percent favor keeping the law the way it is ... The recent poll results show a slight change from two years ago, when a poll conducted by The Indianapolis Star found that 50 percent of Hoosiers favored the Sunday ban and 43 percent opposed it ... "It's an absolute loser for the package liquor stores," said Jim Arnold, who owns Kahn's Fine Wines ts Superstore in... (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Official NCAA Release Nov 18, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS - The NCAA Division I Men s Soccer Committee announced today the bracket for the 2008 NCAA Division I Men s Soccer Championship. The teams will be vying for the right to compete at the 2008 NCAA Men s College Cup December 12 and 14 in Frisco, Texas, at Pizza Hut Park. (Tarheelblue.com)
Hawks not making any excuses Nov 18, 2008
That s why Woodson wants his team rested and ready for a tough practice today before they depart for Indianapolis. We haven t had any practice time, Woodson said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
12 days of Christmas freebies in Indianapolis Nov 18, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS Indianapolis-area attractions are offering free admission and other freebies, one each day, during the 12 days leading up to Christmas. On Saturday, Dec. 13, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum offers free admission to its collection of trophies and cars ... On Dec. 18, the Indianapolis Museum of Art and the historic Lilly House are both offering free admission, and on Dec. 19, the Indiana Historical Society offers a free look at a "Holidays in the Heartland"... (Yahoo News)
College security tighter, but is it enough? Nov 17, 2008
and WTHR of Indianapolis. At the University of Memphis in Tennessee, Zebonique Petties, a senior, said it made no difference that authorities put up watch towers, surveillance cameras and police call boxes on campus after Taylor Bradford, a well-known football player, died after being shot in his car late last year. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
Women's Cross Country Earns At-Large Bid To NCAA Championship Nov 17, 2008
Eagles will send a full seven-runner team to Indiana State on November 24. - The NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Track and Field Committee announced that the Boston College women's cross country team earned an at-large bid to the 2008 NCAA Championship on November 24 in Terre Haute, Ind. (Bceagles.com)
Men's And Women's Cross Country Earn NCAA Bids Nov 17, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS - For the first time since 2003, both the Washington men's and women's cross country teams are headed to the NCAA Championships. The top-ranked Husky women guaranteed themselves a berth by winning the West Regional Championships yesterday, but the men had to wait to be awarded an at-large bid today. (Pac-10.org)
'This is how America lives' and dies in hard times Nov 17, 2008
A native of Indianapolis, the young woman with a quick wit and artistic flair graduated from high school in 1941 and worked as a retail clerk ... a leafy sub-urban village a few miles north of Indianapolis ... Told it would cost $2,000 to run the full-length obituary shed written for the Indianapolis paper, Pickett also opted for a short freebie provided by the funeral home and posted the longer piece on her Facebook page and in the smaller Noblesville paper. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
McKay Earns Individual Bid to 2008 NCAA Women's Cross Country Championships Nov 17, 2008
Louisville Women's Cross Country - University of Louisville Official Athletic Site. U of L junior Tarah McKay. (Uoflsports.com)
Man suspected in Ind. deaths nabbed in Hillcrest Nov 17, 2008
HILLCREST: A man wanted in connection with the slaying of two men in Indianapolis was arrested yesterday in a hospital lobby in Hillcrest, the U.S. Marshals Service said ... Brown called Indianapolis police Oct. 20 and claimed he discovered the bodies while doing a welfare check on the men, authorities said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Wings send Komets to second loss in row Nov 16, 2008
Tickets for the 2009 Indianapolis 500, the 93rd running, will go on sale Monday. Tickets can be bought either at , by calling 1-800-822-INDY or by visiting the IMS ticket office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Suspected Indiana Murderer Arrested In SD Nov 16, 2008
The man, Michael Brown, called Indianapolis Metro Police Oct. 20 saying he had discovered two bodies in their home in Decatur Township near Indianapolis, said U.S. Marshals officer Omar Castillo said ... The officer said Brown became a suspect and Indianapolis police issued two felony homicide warrants Saturday in Indianapolis ... Indianapolis police partnered with the U.S. Marshals Office in San Diego after receiving a tip that the suspect had fled to San Diego, according to Castillo. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Police: Neighbors didn't call about captive girl Nov 15, 2008
Miller said the city, about 70 miles north of Indianapolis, has a significant population of immigrants, mostly Hispanics, but also at least 300 immigrants from Myanmar, an Asian nation also known as Burma. According to the affidavit, Soe and Sullivan sometimes spoke in a foreign language the girl believed to be Burmese. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Boehner to Face GOP Leadership Challenge... Nov 15, 2008
Political Radar: Boehner to Face Leadership Challenge. Boehner to Face Leadership Challenge. (The Drudge Report)
GAME REPORT: 76ers 94, Pacers 92 Nov 15, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -Philadelphia 76ers coach Maurice Cheeks gave his team a simple yet effective message after the first quarter against Indiana. His players responded Friday night, overcoming a 26-point deficit to beat the Pacers 94-92. (USA Today -- Sports)
King Tut and 2,000 years in ancient Egypt Nov 15, 2008
After its conclusion in Atlanta in May, "Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs" will open at the end of June in Indiana at the Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Share this on. (CNN -- Travel)
French Lick, Ind. Nov 15, 2008
The first hotel opened in 1845 on the site, but it didn t really take off until Indianapolis Mayor Tom Taggart and a group of investors bought the property in 1901. Taggart enlarged the hotel, added a golf course and began to promote the springs with nationally distributed bottles of concentrated Pluto Water. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Market Is Right For Long-Term Growth At Notre Dame (season preview) Nov 15, 2008
" Lechlitner is expected to see the majority of minutes at the Irish helm this year. Junior , sophomore and freshman also may see time at the point during the course of the season. WINGS It's no surprise that one of the cornerstones of Notre Dame's resurgent offense in recent years has been its play on the wings. Last season, the top three scorers on the Irish roster came from the perimeter, with Barlow, Schrader and all thriving in Notre Dame's transition game and motion-based offense. Of... (Und.com)
Masked men rob Highland bank (4199) Nov 15, 2008
Police were alerted at 9:27 a.m. that Centier Bank, 9102 Indianapolis Blvd., was robbed, Detective Cmdr ... Potesta confirmed a red dye pack in a bag of money exploded as the suspects fled north on Indianapolis Boulevard. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Pigskin Pep Rally Nov 15, 2008
" Additionally, Fields may take his abilities to the diamond and double as a baseball player at Northwestern. Florida International Commit Korvic Neat Chat Wrap: Billy Tucker Talks Recruiting Brad (Gadsden, Ala.): Billy, What do you think of will he start at Alabama right away? If leaves for the NFL will he take his place? Billy Tucker: He has a shot, Brad. This a kid who really moved up our board after reviewing senior film. He's massive, strong and has all the tools. Vincent (Columbus, Ohio):... (ESPN -- Recruiting)
N. Newton School Board approves bid for new computers Nov 15, 2008
Barker stated three bids came in, all from companies from Indianapolis. He said the lowest bid of 17,650 came from Inside Engineering. (Kentland Newton County Enterprise, IN)
76ers rally from 26-point deficit to win Nov 15, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Thaddeus Young had 25 points and 10 rebounds and the Philadelphia 76ers overcame a 26-point deficit to beat the Indiana Pacers 94-92 on Friday night. Andre Miller added 19 points, Elton Brand had 14 points and 15 rebounds, and Andre Iguodala finished with 10 points and 10 rebounds for the 76ers (4-5). (NJ.com -- Sports)
Public invited to hazard mitigation meeting Nov 14, 2008
The committee has been working with the Kankakee-Iroquois Regional Planning Commission and the Polis Center at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis to put together a plan to submit to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for approval. Completion of the All Hazard Mitigation Plan is critical to Jasper County. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Seasonal events 'round the U.S. Nov 14, 2008
haunts theaters around the country this time of year, like The Stage Theatre in Denver, starting Nov. 28; the Alley Theatre-Hubbard Stage in Houston, beginning Nov. 21; the Indiana Repertory Theatre in Indianapolis, beginning Nov. 15; and the Shubert Performing Arts Center, New Haven, Conn. Nov. 28-30. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
PSU Basketball: Women's roster and schedule (Today) Nov 14, 2008
PSU Basketball: Women's roster and schedule. Search post-gazette NOW. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
FANTASY: Lineup suggestions Nov 13, 2008
Hill attended Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, which is neither Indiana nor Purdue, but IUPUI (of course). In his final college season, he averaged 21. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Puzzle master Will Shortz to donate books to IU Nov 13, 2008
Shortz told The Indianapolis Star that he discussed the bequest with IU library officials last spring when he was in Bloomington to give the school's commencement address. His collection includes the first American crossword puzzle, printed in the now-defunct New York World in 1913. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
BCA: Too few minority coaches hired in football Nov 13, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS -- Minorities are getting more interviews but are still not getting enough jobs in college football, according to the Black Coaches and Administrators. Abysmal numbers game. (ESPN -- College Football News)
BCA: Not enough minority head coaches hired Nov 13, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Minorities are getting more interviews but still aren't getting enough college football jobs, according to the Black Coaches and Administrators. Almost one-third of the candidates interviewed last year were minorities, said a study released Wednesday by the group, but only four were hired for 31 head coach openings in NCAA Division I football. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Can Republican Governors Rebuild Their Party? Nov 13, 2008
It died in the state legislature; but this fall, if you drove up and down Indianapolis' main avenue, Meridian Street, you saw lawn after lawn sporting signs for both Obama and "My Man Mitch," largely because Daniels has prioritized issues like broadening health-care coverage (and even raising some taxes) over demonizing gays and immigrants. Daniels also notably didn't make much time in his schedule for Palin's rallies in his home state in October. (Time.com)
Lawmakers don't agree on immigration proposals Nov 12, 2008
Rensselaer Republican. The group couldn't agree on a more minor bill, either, and barely approved a report outlining its previous meetings. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
* Pierces big quarter lifts Celtics to beat Raptors Nov 12, 2008
At Indianapolis, T.J. Ford had 24 points and 10 assists to help Indiana beat Oklahoma. Ford scored 11 points in the final period as Indiana (3-3) pulled away. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
NBA results: Celtics rally to beat Raptors Nov 11, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - T.J. Ford had 24 points and 10 assists to help the Pacers beat the Thunder. Ford scored 11 points in the final period as Indiana (3-3) pulled away. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
• More State/National Stories • Nov 11, 2008
Indianapolis 24, Pittsburgh 20. San Diego 20, Kansas City 19. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Pierce's huge 4th rallies Celtics past Raptors Nov 11, 2008
At Indianapolis, T.J. Ford had 24 points and 10 assists to lift the Pacers. Ford scored 11 points in the fourth quarter. (International Herald Tribune)
SBA loans scarce in these hard times Nov 10, 2008
What should top the new president's agenda. Small businesses also are victims of overall lending climate. (Indianapolis Star)
Spurs' Parker will miss four weeks with ankle sprain Nov 10, 2008
Hill has played 35 minutes since being drafted 26th overall out of Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis. He played 10 minutes after Parker left Friday, missing three shots from the floor. (USA Today -- Sports)
National Basketball Association: Roundup for Friday and Saturday Nov 10, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Danny Granger scored 23 points to lead Indiana, making 10 of 12 free throws to offset 6-for-17 shooting from the field. Indiana guard T.J. Ford nearly had a triple-double, but settled for 13 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Mathematical Superstars From Missouri, Indiana and Texas Honored for Research in Nation's Premier High School Science Competition Nov 9, 2008
Raphael-Joel (RJ) Lim, of Indianapolis, and Mark Zhang of Sugar Land, Texas, Win Top Team Prize SOUTH BEND, Ind. Nov. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Research in Mathematics won top honors tonight for Ashok Cutkosky and the team of Raphael-Joel (RJ) Lim and Mark Zhang in the Region 3 Finals of the 2008 Siemens Competition in Math, Science ology, the nation's premier high school science competition. (PR Newswire)
New Jersey's Harris held out of Saturday game Nov 9, 2008
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- guard was held out of Saturday night's game against the with a sprained left ankle. Harris scored a career-high 38 points in New Jersey's win over the on Friday night. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Hobbling Spurs cancel Saturday practice session Nov 9, 2008
The 26th overall selection out of Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis played 10 minutes after Parker left Friday and missed three shots from the floor but scored one point, had one assist and a turnover. Copyright 2008. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Spurs cancel practice day after Parker injured Nov 9, 2008
The 26th overall selection out of Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis played 10 minutes after Parker left Friday and missed three shots from the floor but scored one point, had one assist and a turnover. Also on NBCSports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
An Election Day to remember Nov 9, 2008
Mr. Obama arrives at Indianapolis International Airport for his final campaign stop. He heads to the United Auto Workers Local 550 "Get Out the Vote" call center, where he takes calls from 13 voters. (The Augusta Chronicle)
MURRIETA VALLEY 42, TEMESCAL CANYON 14: Nighthawks put it all together for a big win over Temescal Canyon Nov 9, 2008
to mvhs dad wrote on Nov 8, 2008 10:19 AM:You are absolutely right, we won't hear the words "Play the Fight Song" because our award winning band will be competing in Indianapolis next week. Good luck Golden Alliance. (North County Times)
Live on TV (11) Nov 9, 2008
3 p.m. NFL: Indianapolis at Pittsburgh (KGAN). 6 p.m. NHL: Calgary at Chicago (CSC). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Prep volleyball, college hockey, college volleyball Nov 9, 2008
Indianapolis 24, N. Michigan 6Iowa 24, Penn St. 23Jacksonville 40, Valparaiso 24Marian, Ind ... INDIANAPOLIS COLTS at PITTSBURGH STEELERS COLTS: QUESTIONABLE: WR Roy Hall (knee), CB Kelvin Hayden (hamstring), DT Daniel Muir (hamstring) ... LATEST LINENFLWeek 10Jacksonville 61/2 DETROITTennessee 3 CHICAGONEW ENGLAND 31/2 BuffaloATLANTA 1 New OrleansNY JETS 9 St. LouisMIAMI 8 SeattleMINNESOTA 21/2 Green BayCarolina 91/2 OaklandSAN DIEGO 15 Kansas CityPITTSBURGH 31/2 IndianapolisPHILADELPHIA 3 NY... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Morning Kickoff Nov 9, 2008
CBS - Indianapolis at Pittsburgh ... KXMR (710 AM) - Indianapolis at Pittsburgh. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Orlando on a roll Nov 9, 2008
Pacers 98, Nets 80: At Indianapolis, Danny Granger scored 23 points to lead Indiana, making 10 of 12 free throws to offset 6-for-17 shooting from the field. Indiana guard T.J. Ford nearly had a triple-double, but settled for 13 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. (Athens Banner-Herald)
