Monthly Archives: May 2018

Twinkle

May 10, 2018 | by CJ Woods III

In the lobby of Community Hospital South, the sound of a familiar ringtone brought me up short. I looked around for the source, then told the two women at the information counter that I recognized “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” because it is the tone that I have assigned solely to … Read More

The Story of the ABA 50th Anniversary Rings, Part 1

May 10, 2018 | by Al Hunter

A month ago, I was part of a once-in-a-lifetime event at historic Hinkle Fieldhouse celebrating the 50th anniversary of the American Basketball Association. The highlight of that day’s festivities included a special ring presentation ceremony. Every player in attendance received a specially designed ring celebrating their individual service in this … Read More

100 Years Ago This Week: May 11-17

May 10, 2018 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis News, Monday, May 7: The city council unanimously voted to make Indianapolis a “fireproof city.” Mayor Charles Jewett asked for the ordinance which establishes an “efficient, standardized system of fire prevention” with the creation of a fire prevention bureau operating as a division of the city building … Read More

This Week’s Issue: May 4-10

May 3, 2018 | by Weekly View

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Lawrence Firefighters Loses Life While On Duty

May 3, 2018 | by Weekly View

LAWRENCE — Lawrence Fire Department Chief Dino Batalis announced the death of Lawrence Firefighter Jeffrey Holt, age 60, on Mon., April 30, while on duty in the City of Lawrence. Firefighter Holt had just completed his annual physical assessment training, that is a requirement for all firefighters. While still at … Read More