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Sun King – Indianapolis’ King of Beer
0Dave Colt can almost pinpoint the day when he figured out what he wanted to do with his life. It was around April in 1996 when he brewed a batch of beer, and he was hooked. Later on, while the [...]
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Archive for category: Local People
Photographic Artist Uses Metallic Medium to Create Unique Images
0Looking at the world through a camera lens sometimes reveals a perspective or a secret one doesn’t see with the naked eye. Discovering these gems, these visual stories, is a passion for artistic photographer Stanislaw Goc, otherwise known as Slawek, [...]
Invest in Your Nest – Get Fired Up for Fall
0Whether you’re entertaining family and friends, or finding a relaxing spot for some peace and quiet, outdoor living spaces are a great addition to the home. That’s why a Carmel couple decided to invest in their nest and turn their [...]
Geist Resident Running 100-Mile Ultra Marathon for Friend
0“Friendships can make people do crazy things,” said Tom Collignon, a Geist resident who is setting out to run the Rio Del Lago 100-Mile Ultra Marathon in California on September 10. Collignon is raising money for prostate cancer research and [...]
Prominent Fishers Orthodontist Goes Distance for Leukemia and Public Officials
0As millions of people across the United States plan to commemorate the tenth anniversary of 9/11 by participating in a charitable service, one local resident, Dr. Chuck Sadler, is doubling his charitable efforts. The 6th annual Nation’s Triathlon to Benefit [...]
North Side Residents Featured in New 9/11 Music Video
0When musician Daniel Mark Baird, 40, traveled from Elkhart, Ind., to the north side of Indianapolis over this past July 4th weekend, he wasn’t just looking to celebrate a patriotic holiday. He attended a number of community events, including Carmel’s [...]
Talking Heads
0Mary Ellen and I were relaxing on our back deck and after swatting a few mosquitos, I said, “You know, sweetheart, we should look into screening in this area.” “Yes, Dick, you’ve been saying that every year for the past [...]
Crossing a Line in the Sand: “Tweet!”
0I remember the day as if it was yesterday; the sky was cloudy and on the verge of unleashing a nasty storm. I had just finished gobbling up my Cobb salad and catching up with my good friend and publisher, [...]
Mailbox Memories: A Childhood Visit from Roy Rogers
0It all started when I was just a little girl. I loved Roy Rogers and his beautiful horse, Trigger. I decided to write a letter to Mr. Rogers and ask for a picture of Trigger. I told him that I [...]
Top 10 Cost Saving Travel Trips for Summer Travelers
0Planning a summer vacation seems more challenging than ever. There is no avoiding current gas prices, making travel by car pretty pricey. The “staycation” is getting old, so here are some tips on how to trim your travel costs. With [...]
Failure to Lunch
1During 30 years of marriage my wife has made dinner for me 6,700 times. This is just an estimate. I’m not some weirdo who keeps careful track of things like this, although it is interesting that I’ve cleared the table [...]
IndyCar Driver Scott Dixon Calls Geist Home
0The month of May is an exciting time for a lot of people, but for one Geist resident — who just happens to be 2008 Indy race winner Scott Dixon, it is Christmas in May! “All the family comes to [...]
Why Not Yoga?
0Yoga is everywhere lately. Classes are available at fitness centers, churches, private homes, yoga centers, and even in the workplace. The benefits of this ancient practice range from improved strength and flexibility to better memory, sleep and peace of mind. [...]
The Mouse That Roared
0There is a mouse living in the Wolfsie kitchen. At least one. The dog knows it; the cat knows it. And my wife knows it. We’re just trying to hide it from the neighbors. We’ve had critter problems before, but [...]
Smile! You’re on Facebook
0I was recently told by a visiting 18-year-old neighbor that my Facebook profile picture was boring. She said, in a very matter-of-fact voice, “It’s so lame.” She then insisted that I produce my camera, right there on the spot, and [...]
Fond Memories
0I hired a tutor to teach me about the intricacies of Facebook, blogging, and tweeting. The original plan was to take a class on all this, but I get very distracted in large groups and can’t concentrate. This is what [...]
Wrinkle Free? It’s Too Late, Baby
0I recently read a new statistic that sent me into an emotional tailspin. If you’re in your mid-thirties like I once was, you’ll feel the same way. Not only do I already worry about gray hairs, sagging appendages and an [...]
Child Support 101
0After 14 years working for the Marion County Prosecutors Office Child Support Division, I have witnessed many problems that parents encounter. The three areas that most commonly cause conflict are emancipation, direct payments and paternity establishment. Emancipation Indiana is one [...]
Top Three Child Support Questions
1With over 13 years working in the child support system at the state and local level, I have answered hundreds of child support related questions. Here is a list of the three most asked. Please understand that the answers provided [...]
Of Cupid and Chocolate Candies
0Let’s face it. The best thing about Valentine’s Day is that it’s the perfect excuse to eat chocolate. You don’t even have to have a love interest … you just have to have a sweet tooth. That, by definition, makes [...]
