Unexpected blooms
Long time readers know that I’m mostly a cheerful, positive person. But the past couple of weeks have thrown some sadness my way, to where I haven’t felt like being…
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From the desk of Hamilton Heights Superintendent Dr. Derek Arrowood
Update No. 149 In my more than 12 years as superintendent at Hamilton Heights, I’ve witnessed the ever-changing landscape of education – but one constant remains: the unwavering innovation, imagination,…
One wrong step: why fall prevention must be a public health priority
By EMILY D. TISDALE Guest Columnist Just one wrong step can change a life. It doesn’t take much – a bit of clutter on the floor, a misjudged step, or…
Have one of THOSE bosses? Go see ‘9 to 5’
Actors Theatre of Indiana (ATI) closes its very successful 2024-25 season with 9 to 5 – The Musical. Based on the popular 1980 film, which featured the original title song…
Becoming a mom with Muscular Dystrophy, Part 1
What is it like being pregnant and parenting while living with Muscular Dystrophy? That is a question I often get from those living with MD who are considering becoming pregnant….
Deep dive into colorful history of Joseph’s coat
By GLENN DOBBS A Seat on the Aisle Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, or JATD for short, was first conceived as a 20-minute-long Cantata for the Colet Court School…
Google’s monopoly ruling reveals a deeper threat to innovation
By RANDALL R. RADER Guest Columnist A recent federal court ruling found that Google violated antitrust laws to maintain an illegal search engine monopoly. While a landmark decision, it is…
Above & beyond
I worked with four newspapers before my friends and I bought this one. I have also worked with a lot of presses. A LOT of presses. None were as good…
Food insecurity: it is happening next door
“You pray for the hungry. Then you feed them. That’s how prayer works.” – Pope Francis, May 29, 2023 How many times have you heard the phrase “food insecurity”? Probably…
Workplace trends in 2025
By PATTY CLARK Patty’s Point of View The workplace continues to evolve, and in 2025, we’re seeing major shifts in how companies approach productivity, flexibility, and employee well-being. Organizations are…