Monthly Archives: April 2021

Galileo’s Bones

This column first appeared in December 2010. Some of the most popular articles I have written for the pages of this newspaper in the past concern the fascination with the public sale at auction of macabre relics associated with American pop icons. You might remember columns devoted to the sale … Read More

Garage Sales 101

After a year of staying close to home, many of us have cleaned every closet in the house! Time to get rid of all those unwanted treasures? There is no better way than a garage sale and here are a few tips to help get you started. It is very … Read More

RIP Slick Leonard

Bobby “Slick” Leonard was born on July 17, 1932 in Terre Haute, Indiana. He attended Terre Haute Gerstmeyer High School where he was an outstanding tennis player. He chose Indiana University where he became one of the school’s greatest basketball players. After military service he joined the Minneapolis/Los Angeles Lakers … Read More

Monument to Gold Star Families to be Dedicated Downtown

INDIANAPOLIS — A new Gold Star Families Memorial Monument (GSFMM) honoring the families of servicemen and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the military is currently being planned in Indianapolis. The memorial dedication event is 1:30 p.m. May 1. A Gold Star Family is the immediate family member … Read More