Top Ten Ways to Keep the Kids Entertained on a Cold Day (When You’ve Been Cooped up too Long Yourself)

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By Torry Stiles 10. Send them outside in soaking wet clothes to play Freeze Tag. 9. Go through the sock drawer. Make puppets with the orphans. Talk to the puppets. Punish the evil puppets. 8. Shave the dog. Make a pillow with the hair. 7. Offer free rides in the clothes dryer to the kid who picks up his toys first. 6. Sacrifice Barbie and Ken to the volcano gods that live in the oven. 5. Discover new, delightful and nutritious Play-Doh recipes. 4. Re-enact the Donner party story. 3. Make a huge batch of Jell-O in the bathtub. Let the kids pretend they're marshmallows. 2. Paint the dog to match the couch. 1. Seek immediate professional help should any of the above items sound tempting.

Dodge ball could have saved me

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By Sherri Coner-Eastburn I

Eliminating traffic annoyances

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By Mike Redmond Wishing for an officer

Gong orange for winter

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By Kevin Kane There are people among us who have a glow about them. But it

Southside Art League offers classes in Old Towne studio

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By Shannon Veerkamp In the middle of Old Towne Greenwood, the Southside Art League provides lessons for local aspiring artists. The environment feels comfortable and intimate in a large rectangular room, with eight long tables and walls filled with buyable art. Most classes take place during the weeknights for about $8 each, and anyone can join. Students can complete pieces at their own pace. Instructor Lisa Guckelberg has taught at the Southside Art League for 22 years. Teaching different age groups was an obstacle that did not faze Guckelburg. Like an expert taskmaster, Guckelburg circulates the classroom, discussing the student

Pet blood donations now accepted from half-pint dogs

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By Scott L. Miley Cobber has donated dozens of pints of blood. So have Buddie, Cujo and more than 100 other pets. These dogs

Old Towne offers warm, inviting atmosphere

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By Scott L. Miley Located in the heart of Greenwood at 401 Market Plaza, Old Towne Country Buffet offers home cooking suitable for every taste. The quaint restaurant serves up delicious food, a warm and inviting environment, clean serving and dining areas, and s friendly staff. Master Chef Richard Fitch, who opened Old Towne in February of 2007, is no stranger to the service industry. He has over 35 years of food and catering experience and has served over 15 million people including two presidents of the United States. Fitch's catering service, Cameo Productions, has hosted several prominent events which include the John Mellencamp wedding, all of the Simon's weddings, the Final Four Basketball Banquets and many concert venues. One patron, pitching instructor John Feld and his wife, Emilie, eat at the restaurant at least three to four times a week. "For the price, you just can't beat what Old Towne Country Buffet has to offer," said John Feld. "The food is the best I have ever had in a restaurant! Richard is the best chef I have known since my father passed away; and that is quite a compliment because my Dad is a hard act to follow. Every time we think of going somewhere else, we always decide to come here because this is the greatest place around." Indianapolis resident, Rebecca Droeger agreed. "It took me forever for my parents to convince me to come to this place," she said. "I thought, great, another buffet. I hate buffets.

Councilman has a passion for helping others

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By Sherri Coner Eastburn With the heart of a helper that reaches not only across Indianapolis, but across the globe as well, Jeff Cardwell of Perry Township is happy to be newly elected to the Indianapolis City-County Council. A soft-spoken family man who is well known across the city for humanitarian efforts, Cardwell says he plans to simply listen to the people and act on their concerns. Every topic, from snow removal and trash pick-up to neighborhood crime and economic development, are parts of a puzzle he hopes to help piece together. Every member of the city, from church clergy and school faculty, local businesses, police officers, firefighters and private citizens represent pieces of the puzzle.

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By Wendell Fowler Pssssst! Want to know a secret? There

Top Ten worst things to hear from the store cashier

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By Torry Stiles 10. "Can I taste that?" 9. "I hope they let me leave early. I have an important appointment at the clinic. Here's your change." 8. "Wow! I've never seen a normal person buy one of those." 7. "Would you like to purchase our extended warranty plan? I have one of those at home. Get the extra warranty. Trust me." 6. "Here's your change. One for you. One for me. One for you. ... " 5. "I'm sorry. I'm not selling you this ointment until I see you need it." 4. "Thanks for visiting our store. We figured we'd never see anyone after that last hostage incident." 3. "I'll sell it for half-price if you'd just sign this pledge to vote for Ron Paul." 2. "They say this stuff is the best pain medicine you can buy without a prescription. Meet me behind the store in five minutes and I'll prove them wrong." 1. "So, ya feel lucky ... punk?"