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Chris W. Cotterill: We must develop a shared vision for our capital city
Today, Indy has problems that big cities have, but that does not mean we should accept them as ways of life. We must pursue large-scale solutions to large-scale problems and deliver world-class infrastructure, strong educational options, transformational redevelopment, mental health assistance for the homeless, more jobs for ex-offenders and more.
Eddie Melton: Indiana lawmakers, let Gary finally have its day in court
After the city of Gary successfully combatted the defendants’ delaying tactics by winning three legal appeals in this ongoing litigation—including one before the Indiana Supreme Court—the defendants now are turning to their friends in the Legislature to preempt our community’s pursuit of justice in the courts.
Letters: Business aviation drives $1.4B in Indiana
The state is home to 64 general aviation airports and dozens of flight schools, and the sector produces over $1.4 billion in economic output in the state and employs over 11,200 Hoosiers.
Pete the Planner: Ambition should drive your retirement goals
I’d be remiss in not mentioning how difficult it is to achieve a balanced and sustaining sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Cecil Bohanon and John Horowitz: The middle-class decline might not be a crisis
There are numerous conceptions of the middle class
Editorial: Amid the international spotlight, let’s celebrate what’s local, too
But we don’t only need to look globally to see the big impact of this NBA All-Star Weekend. Locally, we appreciate the work that has been done by the arts community and its supporters to create a celebratory atmosphere and showcase the work of established and emerging creatives, many of them people of color.
Nate Feltman: Pacers’ Rick Fuson—an Indy all-star
Rick’s dedicated efforts over the past four decades have undoubtedly made our city better and elevated Indianapolis as a world-class host of major events and championships, including this weekend’s NBA All-Star Game.
Mandy Haskett: Hermit crabs shell out relationship advice for leaders
Not hermits at all, these creatures rely entirely on their social networks to survive, building systems that ensure everyone in the group benefits from new resources at the same time.
Rick Fuson: All-Star 2024 will take Indy to new heights
NBA All-Star 2024 will be the most community-facing, fan-friendly and inclusive All-Star in NBA history, the result of a very deliberate effort on the part of the Simon family, our host committee and the league.
Alan Bacon: Intersection of arts, sports will drive All-Star Weekend
Indianapolis has long been recognized as a basketball city, but now it’s proving it knows how to take that sentiment to another level.
Mickey Kim: NFL coaches, investors focus on process, not outcome
Outcome is the result, but it doesn’t tell you anything about how that result was achieved. Outcome is about the “right now.”
Cecil Bohanon and John Horowitz: The evolution of college sports, amateur players
The definition of an amateur has dramatically changed since the 1800s.
Editorial: GOP governor candidates need to move beyond federal issues
Our hope is that voters, journalists and debate moderators will all do more in the coming weeks to push the candidates to have robust discussions on economic development policy and other key issues that will determine the economic trajectory of our state.
Lesley Weidenbener: My love letter to basketball
My dad loved basketball. The team he played on at tiny Gill Township High School in Sullivan County won the sectional in 1955, an achievement memorialized with a plaque and trophy displayed at the Merom Community Center. And basketball became a key part of our family’s life.
Scott Fadness: How CIRDA is driving key initiatives in central Indiana
Our time to put our foot on the gas pedal is now, as our region has fallen behind others. Through our collective work, we must move more quickly and boldly than ever before, and most important, we must convince the residents we serve that this region deserves and is capable of aspirations.
Lacy Johnson: Newfields’ path forward can be found within its walls
The recent controversy around Newfields, one of Indianapolis’ most treasured cultural institutions, exemplifies just how deeply we care.
Letters: Fully funded pre-K key to reading
Having children begin school at an earlier age would also benefit families as it would allow parents to work during those hours to also help alleviate the shortfall of workers in some areas.
Letters: Local debt is too high
On a per-capita basis, the Indiana outstanding local governmental debt was $4.2 million or 41,315 times that of the $101,755 per capita federal debt.
Derek Schultz: Nick Gardner has had front-row seats to Butler’s rise
To say this eventual reality for him or his alma mater was a dream for Gardner when he first stepped on the campus in midtown Indianapolis nearly a quarter-century ago would be a lie.