Archive for June 2010

June 2, 2010

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SPEA Steps

SPEA Paper Says Federal Mortgage Relief Programs Ineffective

An IU professor says efforts undertaken by the Obama Administration to help struggling homeowners have failed to stem a tide of mortgage defaults.

June 2, 2010

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CSO

Sewers, Terre Haute Backed Up With $130 Million Overhaul

In the first of two-part series, WFIU’s Daniel Robison explores how Terre Haute became saddled with its combined sewer overflow issue.

June 2, 2010

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MCCSC Contract Agreement Passes

Thanks to a temporary funding fix, some laid off educators in Monroe county will be coming back to work next year.

June 3, 2010

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Indiana DNR Seeking Public Input On Forest Management Plans

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is asking for the public’s opinion on how to manage Indiana’s state-owned forests.

June 3, 2010

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Dr. Richard Miller sitting in his office.

IU Professor Receives Grant To Study Empathy

A grant has been awarded to a team of Indiana University researchers to study empathy.

June 3, 2010

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Fairview Chimney

Fairview Students Hope Chimney Swifts Find New Home

This year a new school isn’t the only addition to Fairview elementary, the students also welcomed a new tower for the school’s summer residents.

June 4, 2010

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Terre Haute Wastewater Utility

Terre Haute Prepares Mammoth Plan to Keep Sewage from Wabash

Some Terre Hautians think the city’s CSO fix stinks – literally. They argue an open pond containing sewage will only add to the city’s already infamous odor.

June 7, 2010

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Brad Fugate at Relish

Employees Praise Higher Health Care Deductibles at Relish

One small business in Bloomington has found a creative way to guarantee affordable health care for its employees until reforms kick in four years from now.

June 8, 2010

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Attorney General

Indiana Comes Out Ahead Doling Unclaimed Property

While Indiana AG's office spends heavily to promote its database of $350 million of unclaimed assets, the state actually makes money from the enterprise.

June 10, 2010

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From left to right: Attorney John Boren with client Dr. John Reynolds leaving the Morgan County Courthouse.

Trial Date Set For Morgan County Health Officer

A Morgan County judge set a trial date Wednesday during an initial hearing for county Health Officer Dr. John Reynolds.

June 10, 2010

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Summer Jamboree Kicks off Summer at Twin Lakes

The Twin Lakes Recreation Center welcomed the summer with both physical fitness and fun.

June 14, 2010

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Jerry Lucas

3rd Party Candidate, Write-In Hoping to Change 9th District Race

There are two other men running insurgent campaigns in Indiana's 9th congressional district who are not Republican or Democrat.

June 16, 2010

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Chamber of Commerce

Kruzan Won’t Back Down on Arizona Boycott

Bloomington's mayor says he will not consider rescinding his position on an Arizona boycott, despite a call to do so from the Chamber of Commerce.

June 22, 2010

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white river flooding

Highest Flood Levels Since May 2009 Ruptures Dam

A dam failure on the Indian Head Dam on the Whitelick Creek near Avon has prompted the National Weather Service to issue flash flood warnings.

June 22, 2010

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Cheetah Exhibit Opens at Indianapolis Zoo

The Indianapolis Zoo Opens a New Exhibit Featuring Cheetahs

June 22, 2010

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Community Kitchen of Monroe County is Expanding

Community Kitchen of Monroe County is beginning to expand its services as well as its facility.

June 22, 2010

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Bedford Teenager Attending World Cup Tournament

A Bedford teenager has won a contest, and will attend the World Cup Tournament.

June 22, 2010

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MCCSC Referendum Meetings Engage Bloomington Community

Monroe County Community School Corporation hosted meetings allowing community members to voice concerns regarding a possible referendum to raise revenues.

June 22, 2010

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Race Across America Passes Through Bloomington

One of the worlds most respected endurance races passes through Bloomington.

June 23, 2010

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Job Fair

Older Workers Struggle Disproportionately Through Recession

With millions of aging Baby Boomers entering their senior years over the next two decades, competition among older workers is expected to grow.

June 23, 2010

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Train Robber

Fake Train Robbery Nets Money for Indiana Railway Museum

Train robberies have a long standing tradition in Indiana, according to state historians

June 23, 2010

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What Happens When You Call 911?

Bloomington Hospital spokeswoman Amanda Roach said the EMT’s there do not necessarily have EMD training, nor are they required to receive it.

June 23, 2010

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Kokomo Mayor Sees Economic Tipping Point For City

Following a jump in home sales and the creation of an economic recovery zone in Howard County, Kokomo's Mayor says he sees his city at an economic crossroads.

June 24, 2010

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Officials Dedicate Middle Way House and Food Works Business

Early last night, the old Coca-Cola building, in downtown Bloomington, officially opened its doors for the dedication of the new Middle Way House.

June 30, 2010

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U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan

Education Secretary Questions School Referendum Sustainability

U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan talks about a law which could help save educators' jobs and about the future of school referendums in a down economy.

June 30, 2010

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MCCSC Leaders

Proposed MCCSC Levy: $0.14 For Every $100 In Home Assessment

A referendum approved Tuesday by the Monroe County School Corporation Board of Trustees would raise property taxes about $0.14 per every $100 in home value.

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