Stories tagged with "Cancer"

For healthy state of being, make Indiana smoke-free by indystar

The time is long overdue for Indiana to become free of tobacco smoke in all public areas and workplaces. It is no longer a matter of opinion whether smoking is harmful, not just to... – Nov 19, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Mayor takes stand for Lilly but not for smoking ban by indystar

We all understand the importance of Eli Lilly to the Indianapolis economy. Mayor Greg Ballard in his Nov. 9 My View argued that companies such as Lilly should be given greater... – Nov 13, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Where's concern for those who will be left out in cold? by indystar

Passionate, yet flimsy medical “evidence” propagated by professionals is hardly a justifiable backdrop to expand an already restrictive tobacco usage ban in this city.... – Oct 22, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Brand tribute at fieldhouse by indystar

A tribute to the late Myles Brand , hosted by the NCAA in conjunction with Indiana University, will be held Oct. 28 at Conseco Fieldhouse. The event will include guest speakers,... – Sep 30, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Sports

Brand tribute to be Oct. 28 by indystar

A tribute to former NCAA president Myles Brand has been set for 6 p.m. on Oct. 28 at Conseco Fieldhouse. The event is being hosted by the NCAA , in conjunction with Indiana... – Sep 29, 2009 at 3:17 PM in Sports

Highway to honor late Ind. lawmaker by indystar

HARTFORD CITY, Ind. — Part of a northeastern Indiana highway will be dedicated in honor of the late state Sen. David Ford. Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman will speak at ceremony this... – Sep 28, 2009 at 7:40 AM in Communities

One-time fugitive tiger dies at Indiana refuge by indystar

ALBION, Ind. — A Bengal tiger that drew attention last year after it escaped from an animal sanctuary in northeast Indiana has died. The Journal Gazette of Fort Wayne reports... – Sep 20, 2009 at 11:38 AM in News

Sanctuary's tiger is <b>put down due to illness</b> by indystar

Albion A Bengal tiger that drew attention last year after it escaped from an animal sanctuary in northeast Indiana has died. The Journal Gazette of Fort Wayne reported that India... – Sep 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Communities

Indiana knocks off Akron 38-21 by indystar

AKRON, Ohio — Ben Chappell threw two touchdown passes and Ray Fisher returned the opening kickoff 91 yards for a score in Indiana’s 38-21 victory against Akron on Saturday.... – Sep 19, 2009 at 6:51 PM in Indiana University

NCAA's Myles Brand dies of cancer by Mark Alesia

Myles Brand’s career took him from a contemplative life as a philosophy professor to the explosive firing of a sports icon as president of Indiana University. He went from... – Sep 16, 2009 at 6:33 PM in Communities

Seniors should be scared about probability of rationing by indystar

Ellen Goodman wasted newspaper space with her Sept. 3 column advocating the already-discredited canard that there is an insurance industry conspiracy to frighten seniors into... – Sep 05, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Letters to the editor

British TV cancels reality show 'Big Brother' by USA Today

LONDON (AP) — Britain doesn't love Big Brother the way it used to.Television station Channel 4 says it is canceling the show that sparked a national obsession with reality... – Aug 26, 2009 at 3:07 PM in Entertainment

Teacher remembered for dedication to students by Cindy Marshall

Ruthi Kite died days before start of the school year Students and staff at Jeremiah Gray-Edison Elementary are mourning the death of a teacher who helped open the school in 2002.... – Aug 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in South Marion County

Health care's not question of how much, but of 'why not?' by indystar

The July 9 editorial “Prevention isn’t the cure” pursues the theme of cost, with politicians claiming preventive measures for health care will decrease the... – Jul 18, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Letters to the editor

Scouts care for cats after shelter owner’s surgery by Amber Travis

ZIONSVILLE — Taking care of loved ones is never easy, not even for Suzanne deVaucenne. The owner of Cat’s Meow, a shelter for homeless cats – and sometimes dogs – realized she... – Jul 17, 2009 at 10:17 AM in Zionsville

Emmis' Indy radio exec dies after cancer fight by Tom Spalding

Tom Severino, vice president/general manager of Emmis’ Indianapolis radio stations, died Sunday after a battle with cancer. In his role he had direct responsibility for radio... – Jul 06, 2009 at 11:50 AM in Business

NCAA's Brand appears at awards ceremony by indystar

INDIANAPOLIS — Ailing NCAA president Myles Brand is making a rare public appearance to accept an award for his work on behalf of young athletes. The 67-year-old NCAA president has... – Jun 28, 2009 at 10:17 PM in Sports

Ryan O'Neal says he plans to marry Farrah Fawcett by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW NEW YORK (AP) — Ryan O'Neal says he plans to marry Farrah Fawcett, who is struggling to... – Jun 22, 2009 at 11:35 AM in Entertainment

Slamology to Host World Motorsports Breast Cancer Foundation by BrandyatGauge

Slamology will host The World Motor Sports Breast Cancer Foundation (WMSBCF) at the 6th annual car, truck, and music festival at the Marion County Fairgrounds Saturday, June 20 and... – Jun 09, 2009 at 1:04 PM in Fitness & health

Commissioner named mayor in close ballot by indystar

Lebanon Republican leaders Saturday chose Boone County Commissioner Harold Huck Lewis to be the next mayor of Lebanon. Lewis defeated Tom Garoffolo after at least seven ballots,... – May 24, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Politics & Government