Meeting of religious leaders broadens horizons, minds
As is true of many people, I love encountering unfamiliar cultures when I travel. Yet, I will always remember my four days at the...
Family dynamics drive poverty, income inequality
A recent book by Harvard professor Robert Putnam is causing quite a stir among online scribblers. His book tells a familiar story, similar to...
Bathroom remodeling project leaves couple incommoded
“Are you asleep?” screamed my wife from the bottom of the stairs. I was taking my traditional 2 p.m. siesta at the time.
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Kids can’t take grandparents out anywhere in public
One of the most treasured moments of parenting is taking your children out to eat and having a stranger comment on how well behaved...
State’s job growth not as stout as reports say
Every administration, regardless of political party, claims remarkable success in promoting job growth in Indiana. If times are bad, we do a sensational job,...
Order some pizza, extra cheese
Sometimes those scientists and researchers really cheese me off. They certainly know how to bring a guy down. Seems like every time I open...
What do home affordability rankings tell us?
Every few months, a new rating on housing affordability makes the news. Most recently, a group ranked Muncie the most affordable college town, while...
New GOP floor leader in Indiana House experienced in matters of faith: “I try...
INDIANAPOLIS — The new floor leader of Republicans in the House of Representatives is familiar with the manure of politics. Or rather, the politics...
Miami of Indiana battling for federal recognition
In 1897, an assistant attorney general made a legal error that cost the Miami Nation of Indiana their federal recognition as a tribe. They’ve...
Fan of ‘da Bums’ fine with Mets-Cubs victor
When I was home for my 50th high school reunion, I went to Citi Field, the new home of the New York Mets, to...