Debate takes Toll Road twist Oct 17, 2008
Bruce wrote on Oct 15, 2008 3:08 PM:" You people should really look at the Major Moves website and see where all that toll money went. Which is to say straight south down I-65. The magic formula employed by the new "owners" was to raise tolls dramatically to generate more revenue, while firing workers, and doing shabby maintenance work on the road, to reduce costs. Who do you think is paying the higher tolls to send billions to Marion County?And there is such a thing as cutting too much. These... (Munster Times, IN)
DVD reviews: Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Oct 17, 2008
Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford)and Marion (Karen Allen) get that sinking feeling, as Mutt (Shia LaBeouf) looks on in "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull." ... The summer blockbuster reunites Harrison Fords Indy with the love of his life, Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen, reprising her Raiders of the Lost Ark role), and introduces Shia LaBeouf as the couples love child, who tags along on a quest involving aliens from another dimension. (MSNBC -- Movies)
If you skipped it in theaters, catch the new Indiana Jones out today on DVD Oct 15, 2008
doctor9 wrote on Oct 14, 2008 11:15 AM:" I made a special trip to a big movie theatre in Omaha with friends on opening night. We were all underwhelmed by the movie on several fronts. The first three movies all had spiritual themes to them (the Ark, Kali, the Holy Grail), but this one had UFO aliens, which is a big thematical switch. Also, after we'd heard the producers crow that there would be very little digital effects, we felt smothered with them, starting with the ridiculous bit with Indy... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
BACK IN THE SADDLE Oct 13, 2008
Among the disc's 00004000 features are production documentaries showing how many of the movie's elaborate action sequences were filmed, including a scene in which Ford's Indy and Allen's Marion Ravenwood get stuck in quicksand. As Allen explains, this scene caused the cast and crew some hardship. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
A Giant Awakened Oct 8, 2008
The group consists of sophomores (165 - Springfield, OR) and (133 - Okoboji, IA), and freshmen (133 - Waverly, IA), (149/157 - New London, IA), (174/184 - Iowa City, IA ), (133 - Marion, IA) and (125 - Iowa City, IA). They bring a collective prep career record of 1,071-142, 11 state and 17 conference titles to the Wrestling Complex. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Harietta Trosin Oct 7, 2008
She is survived by her children, Ronald (Ellen) Parker of Mancelona, Earl (Georga) Trosin of Alanson and Sandi Trosin of Wolverine; six grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; siblings, Zella Daniels of Flint, Mildred Voorheis of Flint, Marion Merrills of Bradington, Fla. Dorothy Sherwood of Alanson, Harry (Jean) Hartson of Indiana and Roger (Dora) Hartson of Petoskey; and several nieces and nephews. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
ASCHBURNER: Burning camp questions around the East Oct 3, 2008
Might Riley, embarrassed into retreat by a 15-67 disaster, return to the bench again if Dwyane Wade comes back (and stays) healthy, Shawn Marion benefits from a full Heat training camp and No. 2 pick Michael Beasley is as good as billed ... Spoelstra will try to differentiate himself by running more, capitalizing on Marion's and Wade's athletic ability and sparing at least the latter from some physically punishing half-court play. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Expert: Upcoming NBA season full of questions Sep 25, 2008
The Heat have had Shawn Marion on the trading block and without an extension, and you know that won't end well. Also, watch out for Andrew Bogut having a chance for a breakout All-Star year in Milwaukee and Don Nelson perhaps breaking away for the last time if the Warriors struggle. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Prep football, soccer, volleyball, tennis, NFL Sep 24, 2008
SVSM, Marion Pleasant 28 ... Ursuline (24) 5-0 2892, Patrick Henry (2) 5-0 2323, Archbold (1) 5-0 1984, Marion Local (2) 4-1 1685, Liberty-Benton 5-0 1456, Wheelersburg (2) 5-0 1237, St. Henry 4-1 1218, Kirtland 5-0 929, Anna 5-0 5010, Fredericktown 5-0 48Others receiving 12 or more points: 11 (tie), Minford, Delphos Jefferson 34 ... DIVISION V: 1, Youngstown Ursuline; 2, Liberty-Benton; 3, Patrick Henry; 4, Archbold; 5, Marion Local; 6, St. Henry; 7, Kirtland; 8, Wheelersburg; 9, Fredericktown;... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
A look to the future Sep 24, 2008
Established in Indianapolis by philanthropist Sam Regenstrief in 1969 on the campus of the Indiana University School of Medicine, the Institute is supported by the Regenstrief Foundation and closely affiliated with the I.U. School of Medicine and the Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County, Indiana. Regenstrief Institute research scientists form a highly respected cadre of health services researchers linked to one of the largest and most comprehensive medical informatics laboratories in... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
A look back: Macon a winner Sep 20, 2008
"The story of how Macon got to Purdue fits his unassuming persona. A native of Marion, Ind., the Boilermaker coaching staff didn't offer the fullback until after the Indiana All-Star football game in June. "It's ironic that two of our most important players, John Macon and Bart Burrell, were both offered scholarships that late," Quinn said. "Coach Young and Bob Bockrath went to the game and were so impressed by their performances, they offered them both at the conclusion of the game. "If our... (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
High school football scores Sep 20, 2008
State scoresWESTERN REGIONAvonworth 40, Wilkinsburg 6 Beaver 21, Aliquippa 14 Beaver Falls 45, Ellwood City 14 Bellwood-Antis 61, West Branch 0 Berlin Brothersvalley 14, Meyersdale 10 Beth-Center 48, Jefferson-Morgan 0 Bishop McCort 31, Bishop Carroll 7 Blackhawk 55, New Brighton Lions 7 Blairsville 42, Northern Cambria 28 Bradford 42, Warren 7 Brashear 41, Allderdice 6 Butler 18, Canon-McMillan 0 California 28, Geibel Gators 14 Carmichaels 31, Mapletown 0 Center 21, Riverside 18 Central Cambria... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Heating bills will be on the rise this winter Sep 19, 2008
Citizens Energy Group, which covers Marion County and Westfield, said residential customers could see increases of 15 to 20 percent. We wanted to get this message out earlier so customers have more time to prepare both their homes and budgets for the upcoming heating season,'' Vectren President Carl Chapman said. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Neo-Soul Singer Angie Stone Belts a New Tune: Be Fearless in the FACE of Diabetes Sep 19, 2008
The following organizations have helped bring F.A.C.E. Diabetes to Indianapolis: American Diabetes Association; Citizen's Health Center; Clarian Health; Community Action of Greater Indianapolis, Inc.; Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; Faith, Hope and Love; Goodness and Mercy, Inc.; Indiana Health Information Exchange; Indiana House of Representatives; Indiana Minority Health Coalition; Indiana State Department of Health; Indianapolis Housing Agency; Indianapolis... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Weekly Wrap: Keeping up with commitments Sep 18, 2008
West Marion High School. Talk about it in the. (Indiana Sports -- Rivals.com)
Experiencing God in Living Life in Vitiligo -- A Book Created to Inspire Sep 18, 2008
Norene L. Willis was born on 4/28/43 and raised in Marion, Indiana. She is the fourth child in her mom's family. (Primezone Releases)
Five who failed to fill big shoes Sep 17, 2008
Quinn's main job will be to get the ball to Dwyane Wade, Michael Beasley and Shawn Marion, which he might be able to handle just fine. But it'd be nice to have a reliable veteran behind him, just in case. (MSNBC -- Sports)
VA Head: Surgeries At Illinois Hospital Months Off Sep 14, 2008
VA Secretary James Peake inspected the Marion VA hospital before heading a town hall meeting meant to assure the roughly 100 veterans and family members who turned out that the hospital and its new director _ a Navy veteran with 16 years of VA experience _ would make things right. Some veterans appeared unconvinced, with one questioning why many of the Marion VA's former administrators were transferred or allowed to retire or resign inst 00000C51 ead of being "held accountable," perhaps with... (CBS News -- US)
Wounded officer goes home to family Sep 12, 2008
A suspect is being held without bond in the Marion County Jail. Fishburn's father, Dennis Fishburn, says his son has regained limited movement in his right arm. (FOX19.com, OH)
Looking Back Sep 11, 2008
Pilotburg Those attending high school are Richard Scott, Leo Oldfield and Kregor Emry at Washington; Margaret and Violet Vodicka at Kalona; Marion Long, Wayne Stransky and Janette Wade at Wellman, and Glen Green at Keota. Little Bobbie Perrin and a little Blum girl are beginners at Pilotburg. (Kalona News, IA)
Together (9/8/08) Sep 9, 2008
The family of Sharon and Rodney Schulling are proud to announce the 40th anniversary of the former Alaska residents, now living in Marion, Ind. They were married Aug. 25, 1968, in Woodstock, Ill. (Anchorage Daily News)
Improperly installed gas lines pose fire threat Sep 9, 2008
At least 35 homes in Boone, Hamilton and northern Marion counties have burst into flames in the past five years after newer lines made of the tubing were breached by lightning. The state has twice revised its building codes since 2005 to make new homes safer, but those changes apply only to new homes and not to thousands of homes built before the code changes. (WKRC.com, OH)
Week 3 top offensive performers Sep 7, 2008
com College Football - Week 2: Top offensive performances. All the Way to Friday. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
No. 10 Wake Forest Set to Face George Washington and No. 11 Texas A&M Sep 5, 2008
Wake Forest enters the weekend with a 3-0 record after defeating Francis Marion and UNC-Wilmington. The Deacons have won the first three games of the season for the first time since 2002, when Wake Forest opened the season with nine consecutive victories. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Students from Jasper County graduate from IWU Sep 4, 2008
About 3,100 students are enrolled in traditional programs on Indiana Wesleyan s Marion campus. Another 12,000 adult learners are pursing degrees at multiple sites including 14 regional campuses in Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky and via online program. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Program offers insight into Lincoln Aug 31, 2008
Full-size steam engines, and some details about them, followed: a 16-power Huber built in Marion, Ohio, with that company's "return flue" system and owned by two Joliet men, and an engine owned by Sam Haley since his son Jim, Friday's announcer, said has been in the family since he was 1 year old. Haley and other steam-engine owners whose decades-long dedication to the reunion has helped it reach its 60th birthday will be firing their engines up for powering demonstrations of threshing and... (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
2008 Democratic National Convention: Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Barney Smith, American Voices Program Aug 29, 2008
My father started at Marion's RCA plant in 1949, manufacturing picture tubes for TV sets ... Republicans talk about putting "country first," but tell that to Marion, Indiana. (PR Newswire)
Air quality issue could revive board Aug 24, 2008
5 non-attainment areas: Knox, Lake, Marion, Tippecanoe and Vanderburgh. EPA Regional Administrator Lynn Buhl replied that the agency is adding 14 other Hoosier counties, including Hamilton, Hendricks, Johnson and Morgan. (Indianapolis Star)
West Nile case is suspected Aug 22, 2008
Health departments in Hamilton, Hancock and Marion counties have reported mosquitoes testing positive for the disease ... Check out Marion County police and fire calls in real time. (Indianapolis Star)
Bell Ford bridge moving Aug 22, 2008
Tom Crouch, redevelopment director for the City of Lawrence in Marion Co., and greenways expert Ray Irwin restated their earlier offer to renovate the historic Bell Ford covered bridge and place it over Fall Creek as a pedestrian bridge between the state park and the Indianapolis greenway system. Over 17 partners, including the Department of Natural Resources, the Indiana Dept. of Transportation, Historic Preservation, Indianapolis Parks and Recreation, the City of Lawrence and Ft. Harrison... (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
EPA: 19 Indiana counties don't meet new soot standard Aug 21, 2008
In an earlier request to EPA officials, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management had recommended that just five Indiana counties Knox, Lake, Marion, Tippecanoe and Vanderburgh be listed as nonattainment of the new, more protective 24-hour soot standard ... The 19 Indiana counties listed by the EPA are: Clark, Dearborn, Dubois, Floyd, Gibson, Hamilton, Hendricks, Jefferson, Johnson, Knox, Lake, Marion, Morgan, Pike, Porter, Spencer, Tippecanoe, Vanderburgh and Warrick. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Indiana reaches $8.5 million deal over pay dispute Aug 20, 2008
The class-action lawsuit filed 15 years ago had been scheduled to go to trial today, but a tentative agreement was issued yesterday by Marion Superior Court. It caps the amount the state will pay to settle the claims at $8. (WKRC.com, OH)
Indiana OKs $8.5 million payout to state workers (15) Aug 20, 2008
The preliminary settlement, which calls for the state to pay another 4 million in plaintiff legal fees, was reached a day before the case was scheduled for trial in Marion County. The dispute, dating to 1993, covers an estimated 15,000 workers who toiled 40 hours a week while state employees in comparable positions received the same pay for 37. (Munster Times, IN)
NBA top-to-bottom Aug 19, 2008
Dwyane Wade is definitely back, and has help in Beasley and Marion. 18. (USA Today -- Sports)
Suspect in killing of 7 convicted in jail battery Aug 16, 2008
Marion Superior Court jurors found Desmond Turner guilty of battery Thursday ... He was accused of striking a guard during a scuffle in January at the Marion County Jail. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Girls' wild night at teen awards Aug 14, 2008
Scottish pop singers Franz Ferdinand, England's Gomez and New Zealand rock royalty Liam Finn will do double time this summer playing both the three-day Falls Festival, in both the Victorian coastal enclave of Lorne and in Tasmania's Marion Bay from December 29, before backing up a week later for the returning Byron Bay Music and Arts Festival on January 7 and 8. Also joining the summer-loving festival line-up will be pro-surfer and singer, Donovan Frankenreiter, who arrives in town next week to... (Sydney Morning Herald)
The Latest Chapter of the Greatest Adventure of All Time Becomes the Highly Anticipated DVD and Blu-ray Release of 2008 INDIANA JONES and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Aug 13, 2008
and Karen Allen as Marion Ravenwood, viewers will play witness to the magic of cinema's greatest action-adventure hero's triumphant return to the big screen, as well as the of the extraordinary work of legendary artists who brought Indy's latest thrilling adventure to life. In addition, all four INDIANA JONES films will be showcased in the quintessential Indiana Jones collection entitled The Complete Adventure Collection, which will include the first three films plus the two-disc Special Edition... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
ALife Conference To Reveal Bio-inspired Spam Detection Aug 10, 2008
Keynote speakers include internationally leading experts such as Professor Stuart Kauffman, author of The Origins of Order, Professor Peter Schuster, editor-in-chief of the journal Complexity, Professor Eva Jablonka, author of Evolution in Four Dimensions (with Marion Lamb), and Professor Andrew Ellington, a leading pioneer in the new science of synthetic biology. Professor Takashi Ikegami from the University of Tokyo will open the conference, speaking on work spanning self-organisation and... (Science Daily)
Lucas: No 5th 'Indiana Jones' Without Ford Aug 9, 2008
In the latest film, "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," Karen Allen reprises her role of Indy's lover, Marion Ravenwood, from "Raiders of the Lost Ark," and LaBeouf plays Williams, Indy and Marion's love child. To date, "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," has made nearly $315 million domestically and an additional $430 million overseas. (Click2Houston, TX)
'American Teen': Life 101 Aug 8, 2008
She's also produced and/or directed a five-part VH1 series Say it Loud: A Celebration of Black Music in America an hour-long special on Olympic athlete Marion Jones and a 10-part reality series on life in film school, among other projects. A year in the making. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
West Nile virus detected in more mosquito pools Aug 6, 2008
The pools have been located in Adams, Clay (2), Hamilton, Hancock, Henry (2), Madison, Marion (3) and Rush counties. According to the Indiana State Web site, Lake County has tested a bird that died from the West Nile virus. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Blue Entertainment Sports Television Aug 5, 2008
has reached an agreement to buy the practice of agent Dan Fegan, who represents more than 30 players including Shawn Marion, Troy Murphy and Jason Terry. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Sprint cars get wings clipped Aug 4, 2008
An Internet campaign was waged to get other drivers involved, some from the Southern Illinois Raceway in Marion, where non-winged outlaws compete regularly. It hasn t been easy to convince everyone. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull Aug 2, 2008
Koepp s plot closes a circle for the series, providing Indy a young 50s juvenile delinquent sidekick named Mutt (Shia LaBoeuf) and re-establishing Indy s relationship with Raiders Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen). To view Crystal Skull as commercial gimcrack is superficial; it blithely ignores the ethical and aesthetic project that always troubled the series. (New York Press)
Foster parent charged with child molesting Aug 1, 2008
Fifty-three-year-old Harold "Rick" Ferrin was being held without bond at the Marion County Jail on four charges of child molesting. His lawyer says Ferrin denies the charges, which stem from an investigation that began July 6. (WKRC.com, OH)
Toddler burned in fire dies Jul 31, 2008
Rensselaer Police Chief Jeff Phillips said Kidd s death was ruled an accident by the Marion County coroner and also the Rensselaer Volunteer Fire Department and the Indiana State Fire Marshal s office. Evidence at the scene indicates children were playing with a lighter in an upstairs bedroom when the fire broke out, Phillips said. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Beijing says upcoming Olympics are sold out Jul 29, 2008
Marion Bartoli of France overcame a sore thigh to defeat qualifier Melanie South of England 6-3, 6-7 (5-7), 6-0 in the opening round of the Rogers Cup at Montreal. NBA. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Surgery will end Posada's season Jul 29, 2008
Marion Bartoli overcame a sore thigh to defeat qualifier Melanie South, 6-3, 6-7 (5-7), 6-0, in the opening round of the Rogers Cup in Montreal. Robbie Findley scored on a sliding strike in the 87th minute and host Real Salt Lake escaped with a 2-1 victory over Toronto FC in MLS action. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Indy-area volunteers not stingy with time Jul 28, 2008
Check out Marion County police and fire calls in real time. LOCAL NEWS ALERTS. (Indianapolis Star)
Actor Shia LeBeouf Suspected Of DUI Jul 28, 2008
LaBeouf starred as Mutt Williams, the love child of Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) and Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen), in the summer blockbuster "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.". He also starred in the 2007 summer blockbuster "Transformers" and hit suspense thriller "Disturbia.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Summer Movie Reviews Jul 23, 2008
The movie has tons of humor and action which are fun all on their own but the true strength of Skull comes from its nostalgia: from the iconic fedora to the energetic main theme song by master composer John Williams to lines referring to the previous films to the return of Marion Ravenwood (Karen Allen). The earlier movies succeeded because they were charming, exciting and fantastic, and so does Skull. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Gov't Wants Ky. Widow's Suit Over VA Death Tossed Jul 22, 2008
the government claimed that Katrina Shank _ whose husband, Robert Shank III, apparently bled to death in August after gallbladder surgery at the Marion VA hospital _ failed to file a required affidavit, a letter from an expert attesting there's a reasonable basis for the lawsuit ... The suits name only the U.S. government, which runs the Veterans Affairs system that includes the Marion hospital ... Surgeries at the Marion site _ which serves veterans from southern Illinois, southwestern Indiana... (CBS News -- US)
Taylor brings his moves to Washington Jul 21, 2008
Qualifier Aleksandra Wozniak won her first WTA singles title and became the first Canadian woman to win a singles title in 20 years, beating Marion Bartoli, 7-5, 6-3, to win the Bank of the West Classic in Stanford, Calif. Wozniak, 20, needed to win eight matches - including three qualifiers - in nine days to become the first Canadian since Jill Hetherington at Wellington in February 1988 to win a women's singles title. (Boston Globe)
Sports news briefs (Today) Jul 21, 2008
Qualifier Aleksandra Wozniak became the first Canadian to win a WTA Tour singles title in 20 years, beating Marion Bartoli in the Bank of the West Classic final in Stanford, Calif. 7-5, 6-3. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Strasburg: no hits, 13 whiffs, no decision Jul 19, 2008
Sugiyama, 33, will play sixth-seeded Marion Bartoli in the semifinals. Bartoli knocked off defending champion Anna Chakvetadze, the second seed, 6-3, 6-4 in the final match of the day. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Firebirds place two in All-Star Game Jul 17, 2008
Both were selected along with 21 other players by the coaches of the league (see list below). Jones, who plays first base and also third, leads the Firebirds in hitting with a. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Keeping score around New England Jul 13, 2008
The 100th Massachusetts Amateur will commence Monday at The Kittansett Club in Marion ... Also taking part in the three-day tournament were Mary Chamberlain of South Dennis (243), Meredith Kotowski of Marion (249), Catherine Shomo of Rutland, Vt. (Boston Globe)
Cremated remains part of fireworks show Jul 4, 2008
The release of the ashes shouldn't harm public health, said John Althardt of the Health and Hospital Corp. of Marion County. "I think that whatever a family can do to remember their loved one ... is great," he said. (AZCentral -- News)
Obama spending resources in 'red' Indiana Jul 3, 2008
After speaking at a national sheriff's convention in Indianapolis, he attended a private fundraiser that Marion County Prosecutor Carl Brizzi an honorary finance co-chairman for McCain in Indiana said would net the senator at least 850,000. Brizzi is among Republicans who say the Obama campaign's presence in Indiana at this stage is an effort to get McCain to spend money here that he otherwise would not. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Summaries of leading Supreme Court rulings Jun 29, 2008
(Crawford v. Marion County Election Board, 07-21, Indiana Democratic Party v. Rokita, 07-25). CHILD PORNOGRAPHY. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Mosquito danger is in the air Jun 28, 2008
The state health department has reported two cases of West Nile in mosquitoes found in Marion County. So far, no human cases have been reported in the state. (Indianapolis Star)
Major rulings for the 2007-2008 Supreme Court term Jun 28, 2008
Crawford v. Marion County Election Board: Upholding an Indiana law that prohibited people from voting unless they presented a photo ID issued by the state or federal government. 6-3. (USA Today -- News)
Deacs suspend forward Skeen Jun 25, 2008
Furman junior forward Stanley Jones is transferring to Division II Francis Marion. Mike Bozeman was hired Tuesday as George Washington's women's basketball coach. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Olney Junior Open enjoys best turnout in history of the event Jun 21, 2008
Players came from many Illinois towns including Benton, Carbondale, Centralia, Champaign, Effingham, Fairfield, Flora, Macedonia, Marion, Martinsville, Mt. Carmel, Mt. Vernon, Olney, Pekin, Robinson, Rochelle, Salem, Teutopolis and Xenia. The 2008 version also drew from three other states: Indiana (four towns, eight players); Kentucky (Paducah, two players); and Florida (Lake City one player). (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Suspected gunman arrested in shooting of teller Jun 21, 2008
Marion County Prosecutor Carl Brizzi said both men were jailed under a 72-hour hold and he expected his office to file formal charges against them on Monday. Current Indiana law allows prosecutors to charge people with murder in cases where a fetus dies, but only if the mother is at least seven months pregnant. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
