Manufacturers’ collaboration with Ivy Tech encouraging
Problem solving on a large scale is best accomplished with all stakeholders contributing to solutions. That’s why it is encouraging to see an ongoing...
The elephant in the garden: Statue’s whereabouts no longer a mystery
The news item about public hours at Irwin Gardens that got Lew Essex’s attention was only one paragraph in length and at the bottom...
Letter: Prosecutor firing gun negligence, not an ‘accident’
From: Jon Templeman
Edinburgh
I was shocked to read on therepublic.com about the Madison County prosecutor who negligently fired his handgun in a restaurant while leaving....
Making the grade: Hospital safety ratings benefit patients
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently signaled to the nation’s hospitals that it was getting serious and tough about patient safety...
Church’s 175th anniversary highlights contributions to community
St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Columbus wrapped up its year-long 175th anniversary celebration with a Mass on Saturday featuring Indianapolis Archbishop Joseph Tobin and...
Letter: Ritz’ speech at picnic inspiring
From: Jean Marr Wilkins
Columbus
On Aug. 6, county Democrats had a well-attended picnic at a local farm. It was a perfect day with delicious food,...
Letter: Veterans’ spouses deserve thanks, too
From: Michael Arford
Columbus
Today I was partaking of a snack with my wife at McDonald's when an old man (probably 70 to 75; I'm 77)...
Pence has fighter’s spirit
INDIANAPOLIS — The man is nothing if not resilient.
Just a few weeks ago, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence was on the endangered species list. An...
Consultant hiring process reflects poorly on council
Approving an annual budget for county government is one of the most important tasks -- if not the most important -- that the Bartholomew...
Don’t mix your portfolio with politics during election season
A recent report from Hartford Funds suggests, “As the 2016 presidential election continues to unfold like a circus sideshow, now might be the perfect...
