Monthly Archives: October 2021

Ties That Bind

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancers. It is estimated that in 2021, approximately 30% of all new women cancer diagnoses will be breast cancer. At a recent gathering of some of my former co-workers, I looked around the room and wondered what … Read More

City Hopes Technology Will Help Fight Crime

INDIANAPOLIS — Mayor Joe Hogsett, along with Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Chief Randal Taylor, Criminal Justice Committee Chairman Leroy Robinson and FOP President Rick Snyder recently highlighted technology upgrades that will be implemented throughout the city to combat violent crime. This investment through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) … Read More

Free Flu Shots at Shepherd Community Center

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services will offer free flu shots during drive-thru clinics in the month of October. The shots are available to everyone regardless of insurance. The clinics will be held in the parking lot of Shepherd Community Center, 4107 E. Washington St., on October 18 and 25 … Read More

Blood Donors Needed in Central Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS —The American Red Cross continues to experience an emergency blood shortage, causing the blood supply to drop to the lowest post-summer level in least six years. Blood donor turnout has decreased by 10% due to a variety of issues. Hospital demand for blood remains strong. Donors of all blood … Read More