Stories tagged with "staples"

Aviator style landing by indystar

Jackets and jumpsuits hot Before they became staples of the runway, bomber jackets, flight suits and protective aviator sunglasses were born in the cockpit of an early — and... – Oct 24, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Shopping & Fashion

Henry's on East has plenty to offer diners by Tj Banes

Henry’s on East has plenty to offer diners There’s a lot of sandwich on the plate at Henry’s on East. Three eggs were used to create a house favorite between two... – Oct 16, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Ex-drug cop's 25-year sentence among longest for local police by Jon Murrary

A disgraced ex-detective’s police-officer status will be among the considerations when federal authorities decide where he will serve a 25-year prison sentence. The sentence... – Sep 24, 2009 at 1:01 AM in Crime & Courts

Retreads for 'Melrose Place,' 'V' and others tread new territory by USA Today

Remakes have been a TV staple for years, but the withering economy and network ratings erosion has added pressure to come up with shows that instantly stand out in viewers'... – Sep 01, 2009 at 9:36 PM in Entertainment

On 'staycation'? Don't touch that dial; there's lots to watch by USA Today

Staying home instead of taking that summer trip? Need something to take your mind off the economy, your job or lack thereof? Don't furrow (or furlough) your brow; tune in to... – Jul 23, 2009 at 9:51 PM in Entertainment

CEO's cash-only deal best for him or company? by indystar

Steak n Shake Chief Executive Officer Sardar Biglari’s recent hefty raise — his annual salary is now $900,000, up from $280,000 — is worth chewing over some... – Jul 06, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Daniel Lee

Fun you can afford by indystar

Cost is no excuse to skip local arts events Sure, money is tight these days. But that doesn’t mean you have to give your cultural life the boot. Indianapolis and the... – Jun 16, 2009 at 2:01 PM in Entertainment

Valuable advice by Amy Bartner

Finding great deals isn’t just a good idea these days, it’s a necessity. So we asked Candace Barnes, a mother and writer of the Frugal Indy blog (www.frugalindy .com),... – Jun 15, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Shopping & Fashion

Prison cells await ex-cops by Jon Murrary

Former narcotics detectives may face 20 years in theft of pot and money Two former Indianapolis narcotics detectives face the prospect of two decades in prison after a jury... – Jun 13, 2009 at 2:08 AM in Crime & Courts

Ex-cops found guilty on drug charges by Jon Murrary

Two former Indianapolis narcotics detectives face the prospect of two decades in prison after a jury convicted them Friday in the city’s biggest police corruption case in... – Jun 12, 2009 at 11:01 PM in Communities

Narcotics detectives' trial starts by Jon Murrary

1 attorney says client ’didn’t do everything he’s charged with’ Attorneys for two former Indianapolis narcotics detectives accused of stealing drugs and... – Jun 02, 2009 at 2:04 AM in Crime & Courts

Try to resell or recycle the things you don't use most recent comment by ELBorbah

Apple Computer will recycle old Macs (let go of... – Jun 02, 2009 at 11:47 AM

A cappella voices carry a growing trend to mainstream by USA Today

Pop audiences, TV programmers and YouTube browsers are getting hooked on a stripped-down sound that's harmonious with these back-to-basics times.A cappella, a centuries-old,... – May 27, 2009 at 8:49 AM in Entertainment

Let's hear an A for arts, cheer on cultural team by indystar

Long before it became a member of the National Basketball Association or National Football League, Indianapolis had a major-league art museum and symphony orchestra. And just as... – Apr 18, 2009 at 11:22 PM in Editorial

Adult film star Marilyn Chambers dies at 56 by USA Today

As the porn star who briefly did as much for Ivory Snow as Liberace did for the ivories, Marilyn Chambers, with her blonde good looks, turned 1972's Behind the Green Door into a... – Apr 13, 2009 at 5:34 PM in Entertainment

Five things I love by indystar

Jane Knight, an Impressionistic finger painter at the Stutz, is co-chair of the 16th annual Stutz Artists Open House on April 24 and 25, when more than 70 artists and businesses... – Apr 08, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Food & Drink

Despite injury, diver is eager to get back into the pool by Mark Ambrogi

Steele Johnson swam to the side of the pool as if he had just performed a normal dive. “I looked at everyone, and they all looked freaked out,” Johnson said. The Carmel... – Feb 07, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Metro

Accident puts young diving star on sidelines by Mark Ambrogi

After a scary diving board incident, Steele Johnson hopes to be back practicing soon.The 12-year-old Carmel diver, a top young national diver, hit his head on the edge of the... – Feb 04, 2009 at 1:31 PM in Communities

Cleaners will leave your conscience spotless by indystar

Use eco-friendly cupboard staples for chores There are so many good reasons to make your own cleaning supplies, where do I begin?Conventional concoctions (often toxic) are bad... – Jan 31, 2009 at 9:15 PM in Living

On the Net: Beyonce music videos dominate YouTube by The Associated Press

A number of high profile musicians have made enormous dents on YouTube: Soulja Boy, Rihanna, the Jonas Brothers and Chris Brown among them.But Beyonce is giving them all a run for... – Dec 31, 2008 at 2:46 PM in Celebrities