Monthly Archives: December 2024

Indiana — Home of Vice Presidents

This column first appeared in July 2016. Pence was elected to the vice presidency in November of that year. Speaking as a proud native Hoosier, it has been refreshing to see Indiana in the national political headlines lately. I find it ironic that this most recent national dust up revolves … Read More

12 Days of Irvington

This column first appeared Dec. 9, 2022. On the first day of Irvington, my neighbors sent to me: A Barred Owl in a fir tree. On the second day of Irvington my neighbors sent to me: 2 Doodle dogs and a Barred Owl in a fir tree. On the third … Read More

100 Years Ago: Dec.13-19

From The Indianapolis News, Wednesday, December 17, 1924: Only male voters, both white and colored, will be counted to determine the apportionment of the Indiana General Assembly it was announced today following a conference with Gov. Emmett Branch, secretary of state Frederick Schortemeier, attorney general Ulysses Lesh, and state auditor … Read More

Irvington Open House Fun for the Whole Family Dec. 6th

IRVINGTON — Celebrate with Historic Irvington on Dec. 6 for the annual Holiday Open House. This event is organized and sponsored by the Irvington Business Association. Enjoy visits to Santa, Krampus, The Grinch, cookie decorating, ornament decorating, carolers throughout the neighborhood, elf and princess makeovers, a tree auction, live music … Read More