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- Fish consumption warnings and environmental justice
People of color eat a lot of locally caught fish for economic and cultural reasons. But nationwide, efforts to warn anglers fail to reach many minority and low-income populations. by Environmental Health News ByRae TysonEnvironmental Health News MADISON, Wis.–Trey Mackey expertly baits his fishing hook with a liveworm, sits down on a folding chair and casts a line into the waters of MononaBay.… [ Read more ]
- Pew poll shows Obama ahead
Young voters weigh in … The poll found that 61% of voters ages 18 to 29 would like to see Obama get a second term, while 31% would rather see Republican candidate Mitt Romney win. by The Statehouse File By Ellie Price andTimothy CoxTheStatehouseFile.com A PewResearch Center poll released Wednesday showed strong support among youngvoters for President Obama.… [ Read more ]
- Haiku News
This week’s important stories told to you in 17 syllables. On this week’s docket: violent film criticism, old sheriffs and deadly golf. by Jim Poyser asking if we arebetter off is typicalUS vainglory with nearly fiftymillion of us hungry howcan we be greatest?… [ Read more ]
- From idea to reality, We Are City: Summit
We Are City formed after the Urbanized Summit last year at the which screened the documentary Urbanized. Those involved want to continue the discussion on what city life in Indy could become. by Geoff Ooley Don’t expect to find the usual city planning suspects at the We Are City: Summit. One tipoff is the list of sponsors for the half-day conference Friday at the Harrison Center for the Arts.… [ Read more ]
- Bicycle breakthrough: Nine13 Sports inspires active kids
The non-profit group partners with a host of Indianapolis-area schools and children’s groups to encourage kids to engage in healthy activities. by Robert Annis The eight riders’ feet perch on their pedals, anxiously awaiting the start of the bicycle race. Muscles tensed, they steal glances at one another, wondering who will sprint to victory in just a few moments.… [ Read more ]
- Thumbs down: Squeezing the fuzz
Amid the drama of city-county budget season: Off-duty police officers are under scrutiny for organizing Safe Neighborhoods, a private security company. by NUVO Editors Thumbs down: Squeezing thefuzz Amid the drama of city-countybudget season: Off-duty police officers are under scrutiny for organizing Safe Neighborhoods, aprivate security company.… [ Read more ]
- Southport’s Tom Maier reflects on Sept. 20, 2002 tornado
It began as a normal Friday in September…last day of the work week, plans to take care of the chores ahead for the weekend, get the kids to school and back, and the other normal things in our busy lives. As I departed for my workplace that morning, the weather report called for severe storms [...] - Ann and John’s Excellent Adventures:
Adventures in dining around the world One of the things we enjoy most on our travels is trying the cuisine of the places we visit or dining at restaurants that are well known. On our first anniversary, we ate at the Jules Verne restaurant which is at the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. [...] - Coupon fraud causing change in coupon policies
Coupon fraud causing change in coupon policies There are many changes going on in the couponing world. With the rise in coupon use and coupon fraud we are not really surprised. According to the CIC coupon fraud costs consumer product manufacturer’s hundreds of millions of dollars every year. (http://www.couponinformationcenter.com/faq.php) As of Sept. 1, 2012 one [...] - Mayhem and miracles: stories of community resilience
The Baxter YMCA in Perry Township was destroyed by the tornado of Sept. 20, 2002. Mayhem and miracles Stories of community resilience a decade after tornado By Nicole Davis The community is rebuilt, but the memories don’t fade. The tornadoes that struck on Friday, Sept. 20, 2002 caused more than $150 million in property damage, [...] - Day of wellness
From left, Monica Lund (with a service dog funded by PTEC), Brenda Rohl, Libby Roberts, Lorri Brune, Joe Mercer, Melanie and Justin Cassetty. Perry Township run/walk and health fair a family-friendly event By Nicole Davis The first time for such a partnership, The Perry Township Education Foundation (PTEF) and Franciscan St. Francis Health will hold [...]
- Labor Day visual essay: Follow ‘the invisible shift’
While most of us are putting the kids to bed or slipping on our robes and slippers, a small army of workers are just beginning their day. The Star’s photography staff came together to capture their work, from road construction on I-69, to diners and fire department houses. - For Democrats, diversity is their trump card
Democrats arriving here for their national convention that starts Tuesday say not to expect the overt pitch to women and Hispanics that Republicans made at their convention last week. - Indiana’s share of Isaac proves soggy, not severe
There was plenty of rain. Water-clogged streets, too. Even flood warnings. - Citizens Energy Group’s Indy customers will get combined statement
The next month will bring the biggest changes that customers will see from Citizens Energy Group’s takeover of the municipal water and sewer utilities. - Exec Angela Dabney works with businesses to support investment in United Way
Each year, more than 70,000 people donate to United Way of Central Indiana. On Friday, the nonprofit will announce its goal for the 2012 fundraising campaign. Angela Dabney, vice president of resource development, was instrumental in helping to raise the nearly $40 million the organization received last year. - IMPD seeking suspect in fire, shootings of 4
Indianapolis metropolitan police are seeking a suspect they think shot four people, including a woman and her son whose house was set on fire and a man who later died from his wounds.
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