Is Medicare safe from budget cuts?
No! Politicians love to say Medicare is untouchable, but anyone paying attention knows that’s not true. Both parties claim they’ll protect the program; the reality is that Medicare is one…
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Odds & ends
This was one of those weeks where I had a few strong ideas for my column, but nothing that would come close to 500 words. Thus, you all get to…
From the desk of Hamilton Heights Superintendent Dr. Derek Arrowood
Update No. 147 At Hamilton Heights, opportunity is the spark that ignites potential and transforms dreams into reality. Ken Poirot, writer, scientist, and financial professional, once said, “Today is your…
Protecting access to care & keeping costs down – Indiana can do both
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In the know
Over the last year, I worked as a freelance writer for Hamilton County Tourism. They reached out to me after reading some of my blog posts and columns and asked…
What happened to them?
Every so often I see or hear something that resonates with me and makes me change my perspective. I came across a quote from Dr. Bruce Perry discussing childhood traumas….
Like life itself, this curious play has its own obstacles to overcome
By LARRY ADAMS A Seat on the Aisle “Does that mean I can do anything?” Twenty years ago, the late, eminent, pediatric neurologist Dr. Bradford Hale handed me a slim,…
Going to the castle
Dreams really do come true. Once upon a time, a little girl dreamed of going to a castle. At the age of 10, she watched the movie Cinderella and sang…
Sponsors matter. Give them credit.
By STU CLAMPITT Publisher’s Perspective There are abundant community events happening every week in Hamilton County. Some of them are hosted by local non-profits, some by departments inside local government…
The balancing act: cooking, career & community
Life in the U.S. required more than just adapting to a new kitchen – it meant juggling multiple roles. Back in India, household tasks were often shared. Cooking was a…