Archive for May 2009

May 1, 2009

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IU Hosts First Electronic Recycling Event

IU is hosting an event to help eliminate old computers, VCRs and TVs in a safe and earth-friendly way.

May 1, 2009

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Washington Post Columnist Focuses on Economy

Ivy tech hosted the sixth annual O’Bannon Institute in Bloomington today. The event highlights the importance of community service.

May 5, 2009

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Robotics Open House Showcases IU Research Projects

The Department of Cognitive Science held its annual Robotics Open House on Friday.

May 6, 2009

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Indiana Debates ‘Clean Coal’ Technology

Indiana seems far from the dry desserts of the Middle East, but when it comes to energy the United States is considered the Saudi Arabia of coal.

May 11, 2009

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Preventative Flood Projects Too Expensive for Columbus To Pursue

WFIU’s Daniel Robison looks into what the Columbus has done since the flood waters receded to prevent a similar disaster from happening again.

May 13, 2009

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Stimulus Funds Could Result in Terre Haute Commuter Rail

Terre Haute city officials are actively angling to be included in stimulus-related projects that would expand Amtrak and possibly include high speed rail.

May 14, 2009

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Strawberry Shortcake Festival

A festive event that brought folks together during lunch hour to raise money for the Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington and enjoy strawberry shortcakes.

May 15, 2009

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Fallen Officers Honored at Peace Officer Memorial Day

Today, six fallen officers were honored at the Monroe County Courthouse including the most recent Deputy, Sarah Jones, who died last October.

May 21, 2009

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Little Difference Between Bloomington Transit Facility Options

Architects working on a new Bloomington Transit facility have unveiled three plans for Bloomington Transit’s new downtown hub but the differences are subtle.

May 21, 2009

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Bids Accepted Before Commons Signatures Counted

The City of Columbus is already advertising for bids to build the Commons, even though the results of a remonstrance to block its construction are not known.

May 26, 2009

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Jazz Legend Al Cobine Passes Away in Bloomington

Bandleader, composer/arranger and saxophonist Al Cobine passed away at his home in Bloomington last week at the age of 82. WFIU’s David Brent Johnson has more.

May 26, 2009

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Cultivating Afghanistan: Learning the Language and Customs

As part of his continuing series on Hoosier farmer-soldiers, reporter Douglas Wissing explores how National Guard troops learn how to work in Afghanistan.

May 28, 2009

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Indiana Residents Feel Ripple Effect of Chrysler Closings

WTIU's Teresa Bradtke investigates Jeep brand discontinuation in Jasper. The Company hopes brand consolidation will promote a stronger network of dealers.

May 28, 2009

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Kokomo Firefighter Layoffs Reveal Deep Divisions in City

Mayor Goodnight's decision to lay off 12 firefighters has sparked fierce debate in the community.

May 29, 2009

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Terre Haute Mayor’s Seat Now in Hands of State Supreme Court

The issue of control of the city of Terre Haute now rests with the state's highest court.

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