Monthly Archives: February 2022

Indiana Landmarks Awards Over $140,000 to Save Meaningful Places

February 10, 2022 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — In 2021, Indiana Landmarks awarded more than $140,000 to help nonprofits and cities around Indiana save meaningful places. Drawing from a variety of funds, these grants support efforts ranging from architectural assessments and repairs at historic houses of worship to digital walking tours and workshops, videos and summer … Read More

Job Ready Indy to Move Curriculum Online

February 10, 2022 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — To increase access for all Marion County residents regardless of age or experience level, Job Ready Indy (JRI) will launch its curriculum online on Tuesday, Feb. 15. The online Job Ready Indy curriculum, an employability skills badging system, expands the scope beyond the original in-person programming. Since its … Read More

Our Store of Memories

February 10, 2022 | by CJ Woods III

This column first appeared in December 2017 “I just shared something that you taught me when I was young.” Lauren, my youngest daughter, said that she remembers me giving her driving advice, telling her that when you’ve pulled into an intersection to turn left, don’t turn your wheels until you … Read More

The Nellie Fox Auction, Part 4

February 10, 2022 | by Al Hunter

The Nellie Fox auction is over and I’ve had some time to reflect, mostly during the 8 1/2 hour drive home from Chambersburg, Penn. The auction was held on Saturday, January 22, at Kenny’s Auction House. I detailed Nellie and the auction of his personal property in the past three … Read More

Be My Valentine

February 10, 2022 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Since 1850 the tradition of exchanging Valentine’s Day cards has been a part of our American culture. Valentines are a  favorite of collectors of ephemera who appreciate both their sentimental and historic value. They watch for cards in mint condition with considerable age and unique topics. The subdivisions in this … Read More