Monthly Archives: August 2016

Coke Collectibles

August 18, 2016 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Since 1886, a large majority of the American public has adamantly agreed that “Things go better with Coke.” The clever marketers for the Coca-Cola Company have enlisted the assistance of angelic looking children, beautiful Victorian women, rock stars, world class athletes, and Old St. Nick himself to catch our attention. … Read More

Applause!: Aug. 19-25

August 18, 2016 | by Weekly View

• For the first time ever, the Irvington Farmers Market canceled on Aug. 14 due to rain making the grounds at Ellenberger Park too squishy for trucks and people to safely navigate. Many people were disappointed, needing their fix of produce and neighborliness. Don’t forget there is a Wednesday Fresh … Read More

The Great Gretzky in Indianapolis

August 18, 2016 | by Steve Nicewanger

Most hockey fans consider Wayne Gretzky one of, if not the, greatest professional hockey players of all time. But do hockey fans also remember that “The Great Gretz” started his pro career right here in good old Indy? You have to go back to 1978, the World Hockey Association (remember … Read More

Highway 127: The World’s Longest Yard Sale

August 18, 2016 | by Al Hunter

Last week, my wife and I (along with fellow antiquer buddies Chuck & Becky Hodson) decided to revisit the tortuous multi-state adventure known as The 127 Yard Sale. Also known as the World’s Longest or 127 sale, it is an annual event that officially begins on the first Thursday in … Read More

Notes from the Readers

August 18, 2016 | by CJ Woods III

A columnist for a publication in St. Louis, Mo., would occasionally “turn (his) column over to the readers.” He would then address emails and letters that readers had sent to him with questions, comments and concerns. An example of his method of answering those inquiries might be something like this: … Read More