Monthly Archives: July 2019

100 Years Ago: July 26-Aug. 1

July 25, 2019 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis News, Tuesday, July 29, 1919: The national sugar shortage became a local emergency today as canning factories prepare to start canning sweet corn. Responding to appeals from canneries that have been without sugar for more than a week, Stanley Wyckoff, Marion County federal food administrator, announced that … Read More

The Perfect Summer Getaway: Chasing Lincoln and Mark Twain

July 25, 2019 | by Al Hunter

I travel a lot and for years my editors have been trying to get me to write a travel article. I have always resisted because I just didn’t believe the trips I take were meant for everyone. Most of the places I visit revolve around history and not everybody likes … Read More

Racing in the Middle of the Night in Iowa

July 25, 2019 | by Steve Nicewanger

The IndyCar boys tried to race under the lights in the cool of a hot July evening in Iowa last Saturday night. Unfortunately the song “Stormy Weather” was playing and the race was delayed over 4 hours. It finally ended in the wee hours of Sunday morning. Simon Pagenaud had … Read More

This Week’s Issue: July 19-25

July 18, 2019 | by Weekly View

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Indiana State Fair Celebrates Heroes in the Heartland August 2-18

July 18, 2019 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — To pay tribute to the heroism of everyday Hoosiers, the Indiana State Fair announces that its 2019 theme is Heroes in the Heartland, presented by Indiana Donor Network. Throughout the 17-day event, running from August 2 -18, the Indiana State Fair will salute Hoosier farmers, first responders, educators, … Read More