Monthly Archives: January 2026

Duplications and Happiness

January 15, 2026 | by CJ Woods III

My friend Paula Nicewanger (co-owner and Creative Director of the Weekly View) returned a book that she had borrowed from my library. I thanked her, and when I took the book into my apartment, I found that it is a duplicate of a book that I already have on my … Read More

100 Years Ago: Jan. 16-22

January 15, 2026 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis News, Friday, January 22, 1926: Shortly before noon today, Grace May Banta Urbahns was administered the oath of office at her home, 404 E. 43rd St, becoming the first woman treasurer of the state of Indiana and the first woman to hold a major office provided by … Read More

This Week’s Issue: Jan. 9-15

January 8, 2026 | by Weekly View

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Indiana Gearing Up to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary

January 8, 2026 | by Weekly View

INDIANA — Indiana is actively preparing for the U.S. 250th anniversary (America 250) in 2026, with statewide initiatives led by the Indiana Semiquincentennial Commission (America 250 – Indiana) to highlight Indiana’s role in American history through events, educational programs, and a torch relay, involving the Indiana State Museum, Indiana University, … Read More

USPS Changes Postmark Rules

January 8, 2026 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — The U.S. Postal Service recently adopted a new rule that could create doubt about whether some ballots mailed by voters by Election Day will receive postmarks in time to be counted. A USPS rule that took effect on Dec. 24 stated that mail might not receive a postmark … Read More