http://www.tribstar.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:35:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_322173542.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_322173542.html Milestones, big and small, are measures of progress for downtown Terre Haute. As it stands, last week’s milestone — the dedication of a new federal building on the downtown district’s eastern border — was a big one. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:24:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_323212723.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_323212723.html A horn sounded and the stampede began. You would think I was part of the running of the bulls or something, but, no, it was the typical beginning to a day at middle school. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:13:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_323211438.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_323211438.html • Marijuana use as hurtful as it is helpful Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:12:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_323211103.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_323211103.html This week’s news about new recommendations concerning screening for breast cancer sent shock waves of concern, confusion and apprehension through a population that has grown accustomed to the practice of routine mammograms for women over 40. The study by medical experts found that those routine mammograms really aren’t warranted for the majority of women until age 50 and recommended such. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:16:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_322211758.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_322211758.html Two images pop into my mind when smoking gets mentioned. One makes me grin slightly and shake my head. The other still tugs at me years later, and makes me remember a two-word promise. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:32:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_322173430.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_322173430.html • Church message of intolerance is offensive• Bill may be flawed, but time has come• Fort Hood suspect should’ve been watched Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:42:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_321234431.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_321234431.html • Using hookah as dangerous as smoking cigs• Motorcyclists raise $10,000 for charitable clinic• Thanks to media, customers for summer support• Public option offers consumers needed choice Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:34:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_321233457.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_321233457.html Ever since I read “A Modest Proposal” by Jonathan Swift, I have been an admirer of well-crafted satire, sarcasm and irony. Been known to use the persuasive little devils myself on occasion. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:17:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_318234543.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_318234543.html My friend Bob Cameron died this past week. Among the many things I learned from our friendship was to never again hear that someone really old has passed, then respond with a shallow, “Oh, well, sounds like he had a good, long run. I guess it was time.” Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:51:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_319235334.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_319235334.html • Photo captured boy’s respect for fallen soldier• Contacting elected representative rather difficult• Patriot Brigade finished sixth in Midstates event Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:12:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_318231243.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_318231243.html It was the party of the year, and, thanks to telecommunications giant AT and T, state Rep. Trent Van Haaften was there. On Jan. 19, the night before Barack Obama was sworn in as president, AT and T paid more than $1,600 for the state legislator and his wife to attend the Indiana Inaugural Ball in Washington. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:09:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_318231052.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_318231052.html I know it is tempting to portray the Indiana General Assembly as having a deaf ear toward ethical behavior, but I find such opinions do not match the commitment that the men and women in the Indiana House and Senate have toward meeting the public’s trust. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:08:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_318230914.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_318230914.html Today, and for the following two days, Tribune-Star readers are being treated to a remarkable series of editorials and essays produced by the Indianapolis Star. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:56:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_317165736.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_317165736.html • Workshop helps hone student performing skills • Hospice care comforted Dad during final days• Newcomers Club planning celebration Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:22:00 +0000 http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_316202601.html http://www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_316202601.html • Cover everyone to benefit us all in the long run• Everyone should have access to same health care• Swope Museum chief an asset to community• Thanks for taking stand on health care