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We thought we would miss the festivities, which just shows how much we still have to learn about Mexico. My husband, Peter, and I arrived in San Miguel de Allende on the 2nd of November. “It’s too bad we’ll miss the Day of the Dead,” I told Peter when he made reservations. I knew a…
Read MoreTrump/Pence 3.0
In gauging the dynamic of Trump/Pence 3.0, look no further than star-struck U.S. Rep. Jim Banks. “Donald Trump remains a very popular figure in the Republican Party in each corner of the country,” Banks told “Fox News Sunday” last weekend in the aftermath of Nov. 8. “I believe that Donald Trump was a very effective…
Read MoreHoly Land Pilgrimage Off to Good Start
The biggest thing I’m being asked is what’s our first impression of the Holy Land. Four words. Jet. Lag. Is. Real. The time difference is seven hours, so when we arrived at 7 a.m. Hoosier time, it was already midafternoon in Tel Aviv. Got to say though, the folks at Delta treated us very well…
Read More12 Angry Pilgrims (Reach A Settlement)
“All rise! The case of Chief Ousamequin of the Wampanoag Indians v. The Pilgrims is now in session. The honorable Willie B. Upright presiding.” Judge Upright: “Before I discharge you to the Jury Room, I want to remind jurors that there is to be no discussion of this case beyond this courtroom.” Juror Five: “Does…
Read MoreBusy Time for Good Samaritan
It’s the busy time of the year for Nancy Chance. The director of Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County has been hard at work all week — and all year — getting ready for today’s Thanksgiving food distribution at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Noblesville. The coordinator and founder of the nonprofit — in its 42nd…
Read MoreA Lot of Questions, but Where Are Answers?
We’re leaving for the Holy Land and I’m wondering not only what we’ll find there, but what are we leaving behind. I have never been a gloom and doom kind of guy. Wouldn’t say I’m a glowing optimist either. I try to look at things and see the possibilities, good and bad, and adjust accordingly.…
Read MoreStage Musicals, Drive-Thru Holiday Lights, Amazing Athletes, All This Weekend
Westfield Playhouse winds down its current play, “Mothers & Sons,” and Noblesville High School choral department presents its fall musical, “Chicago: Teen Edition” today and Saturday, and Fishers High School presents its fall musical, “Legally Blonde,” today and Saturday. Here are more details of my list of 20 things to do this weekend and beyond:…
Read MoreDr. Arrowood Thanks Heights Community and Welcomes New Board Member
Last Saturday, Hamilton Heights enjoyed hosting its first ever VEX Robotics Competition. The event, held at the Hamilton Heights Middle School, drew in some 40 teams from 30 different schools. It was nothing short of amazing! Energy, innovation, collaboration, teamwork, technical problem-solving, and pride filled the air. I’m pretty sure I was watching future scientists…
Read MoreDick in Jeopardy!
In last week’s column, I speculated on what personal recollections my wife might share during the “chat” portion of the show “Jeopardy!” if she were a contestant. All of Mary Ellen’s responses were totally true stories. This week, I cover what I would say if I were accepted to be one of the three challengers.…
Read MoreKenny Breaks Down A Potentially Chaotic Big Ten Finale
It’s not the path optimistic Purdue football fans, and this columnist, predicted when forecasting a Big Ten West Division championship this season. Saturday’s 31-24 victory at Illinois not only secured The Cannon trophy for another season in West Lafayette, it helped create a four-way tie for first place with two weeks to go. With Iowa…
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