Snow day
Our house on Harrison Street had a small radio that sat on the counter when we were growing up. When it would snow, my mom, sister, and I would sit…
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Hamilton County Councilman Mark Hall’s January Timesheet
Welcome to The Timesheet. This column is a report of work done on behalf of the people of Hamilton County. It’s to be informative, too – a place to learn…
Doing favors for family is hard enough when they’re still alive
Actors Theatre of Indiana (ATI) continues their 2025-26 season with Lucky Stiff, a musical farce from Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics and book), the same team that brought…
No matter what
Sometimes you hear someone say something somewhat simple, but it has a profound impact on your life. Perhaps it even feels like God purposely had you hear something just to…
Healthy relationships … that’s the move!
By TAMI WANNINGER Prevail, Inc. When I think back to my teenage years in the 1980s, dating looked very different. If someone wanted to talk to you, they had to…
Dinner at Culinary Dropout
Mrs. K and I braved the freezing temps last Thursday night to escape our week-long self-imposed lockdown to enjoy a night out including dinner at Culinary Dropout, 1320 E. 86th…
Trump moved cannabis to Schedule III. Indiana should move from “no” to regulation.
By DARREN REESE Guest Columnist For years, Indiana lawmakers have said cannabis policy was not ready for serious consideration. That position is no longer credible. Just before Christmas, President Donald…
How to set up a small business for success in Hamilton County
By NICOLE HARDIN Guest Columnist Hamilton County is one of the best places in Indiana to start a business due to its pro-business climate, low tax rates, and high-quality infrastructure….
Could I have this dance?
For the last 12 years, my readers have come to expect a schmaltzy column in February, the anniversary month of our wedding. I don’t want to disappoint anyone, but I…
Whack helping lead the Little Giants
By JOHN KEREZY For The Reporter Carmel’s Josh Whack has adjusted well to his role as a co-captain and senior leader for the Wabash College basketball team. “We’re a young…