30th version of Hope Ride worth trip for cyclists, fans
The Hope Ride is more than just an opportunity for bicycle enthusiasts to tour the Bartholomew County countryside. It's become an institution -- an...
Sometimes government is the solution
By Janet Williams
We need government — and not just when disaster strikes
For more than three decades we have lived with the mantra that “government...
Speaking out on quieting state voters
South Bend Tribune
Indiana already leads the nation in the percentage of voters purged from the rolls.
A law that went into effect in July could...
Proposed supportive housing initiative worthwhile idea to help homeless
Providing help for homeless people in the Columbus area took a step forward with opening of an emergency shelter last year. The community is...
Unleash triple-threat power of your Health Savings Account
By Mickey Kim
If you started with a blank sheet of paper to design the “perfect” retirement account, it would have three non-taxable features: 1)...
Letter: Lowell Road improvements needed
From: Jack Head
Columbus
As a resident of the Lowell Road and State Road 31 area, I was happy to hear that the city had plans...
Initiative to improve prep sports culture admirable
People enjoy winning, whether it’s the lottery, a poetry competition or checkers. High school athletes are no different. A victory is validation for the...
Arcane alcohol laws holding state back
By Brian Howey
INDIANAPOLIS — If I’m gonna go to the Amazon, I’m going to pack and pack tight, take a first aid kit, mosquito...
Right-to-try drug proposal solution for non-existent problem
By Trudy Lieberman
This fall the U.S. House of Representatives is likely to take up legislation passed by the U.S. Senate that gives terminally ill...
Quick takes – September 23
Make a statement
The fifth annual Men Take a Stand event, sponsored by Turning Point Domestic Violence Services, is 11:45 a.m. Oct. 3. It serves...
