Monthly Archives: January 2024

Whizzing

January 25, 2024 | by CJ Woods III

My column “Water Works” (Weekly View, January 5, 2024) produced at least one chuckle, and that chuckler suggested that I continue the theme for a few more columns. False modesty demanded that I decry the thought: “No, no,” I cried, and sat down to write. When my first child was … Read More

100 Years Ago: Jan. 26-Feb. 1

January 25, 2024 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis News, Monday, January 28, 1924: A new automatic traffic signal has been installed at Meridian St. and Maple Rd. (38th St.) which should be approached “with care and respect,” according to the Hoosier Motor Club, which explains, “This is no longer just a dummy marker, for it … Read More

Buck Jones’ Last Stand

January 25, 2024 | by Al Hunter

This column originally appeared in Feb. 2013. Last week I told you about Vincennes, Indiana native Buck Jones. One of the best known cowboy stars in Hollywood history, Buck died tragically in a nightclub fire during World War II. Not just any fire, but the Cocoanut Grove inferno in Boston, … Read More

This Week’s Issue: Jan. 19-25

January 18, 2024 | by Weekly View

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Indianapolis Home Show Opens for its 102nd Year

January 18, 2024 | by Weekly View

INDIANAPOLIS — Back for its 102nd year, the Indianapolis Home Show is an Indiana tradition and the oldest home show in North America, offering the latest in decorating, landscaping, construction and remodeling ideas. Visitors to the Indianapolis Home Show can talk to hundreds of home and décor experts for advice … Read More