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Listening To The Bells
The bells ring more or less all the time here. My husband, Peter, and I are in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, a city filled with old churches. Every old church has at least a couple of old bells, and all the bells are rung frequently. Since there is so much I do not understand…
Read More2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness: Bred For Trails, Tamed For Suburbia
There’s no doubt the 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness is capable of tackling really challenging trails. My trip to Bend, Oregon last October for the press preview proved that. I think we hit every log road in the state and it demonstrated its substantial prowess. But, back in the real world, all of the upfitting for…
Read MoreRix Quinn Coming To The Times
The Times has long been known as the best media outlet for intriguing columnists. From Betsy Reason to Paula Dunn to John Marlowe, Carrie Classon, Dick Wolfise, Tim Timmons and others, The Times brings you interesting food for thought every day. Beginning soon, we are pleased to bring you a new voice, Rix Quinn. Quinn…
Read MoreParking Lot Demo First Sign Of Project Coming
If you’ve driven by Noblesville’s Federal Hill Commons this week, then you likely noticed that the parking lot and market plaza are starting to be demolished in preparation for the $50 million planned Village at Federal Hill apartment/parking garage project. It’s been almost five years since the City of Noblesville’s fifth park opened to our…
Read MoreDear American Truckers, God Bless You And Please Keep Driving
Dr. Glenn Mollette Grocery store shelves are not like they used to be. Before the pandemic there was plenty of whatever we typically wanted. It’s not like that today. Car dealerships have changed. Before the pandemic most dealers had plenty of new and used cars to sell. We were accustomed to browsing several lots as…
Read MoreAsk Rusty – Swiss Immigrant Asks About Spouse Benefits
Dear Rusty: I am originally from Switzerland. I moved to the States, got married in 2012, and became a US Citizen in 2016. I never worked in the United States but have 44 years of Social Security contribution in Switzerland and have received a pension from there since I turned 62 (I’m now 64). Is…
Read MoreMark Your Calenders
Here are 25 things to put on your calendar, from now through the beginning of March. 1. Enjoy The Auburns at Barley Island 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. today at Barley Island Brewing Co. in Noblesville. 2. Dare to join the Westfield Haunted Underground RR Ghost Walk from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday with…
Read MoreStudent Successes Result of Community
Starting this Saturday, FFA chapters around the country will celebrate National FFA Week. This weeklong recognition gives us the opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of our FFA while educating the public about the tremendous impact of agriculture in our daily lives. FFA is the premier youth organization preparing members for leadership and careers in the…
Read MorePost-Pandemic Entrepreneurship: Tips for Business Owners
At the height of the pandemic, many people lost their jobs and were forced to embrace entrepreneurship. There was a marked increase in business registrations. On the other hand, established businesses were affected significantly by the pandemic. While some have been forced to shut down permanently, others have experienced growth. Amid this erratic economic climate,…
Read MoreBoilermaker Brainstorms: Blurbs From Kenny’s Digital Notebook
Let’s take a look at sports news and notes that are overflowing my digital notebook: Two years before the Indiana Pacers invited Ann Meyers to become the first female to try out for an NBA team, Lusia Harris made history of a different kind in professional basketball. Harris was the first female to be officially…
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