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After 25 years of successful, but unsatisfying, work in the restaurant business, I returned to school at IUPUI and completed my BA in sports journalism.
Sports, specifically baseball, has always been a passion of mine, and I decided I would like to pursue a career in something that I love. I have covered professional, college, and high school sports as well as political and human interest stories during my 2 years with the Pendleton Times-Post. I have also been published by Indianapolis Monthly, Greenfield Daily Reporter, The Campus Citizen, and Indiana Sports Journalism Center.
As January turns into February, it isn't just the weather that has been unseasonably warm. Basketball season is heating up, and the postseason - or "Hoosier Hysteria" - is here. Madison County is no exception; there has been some great basketball played at Lapel and Pendleton Heights this season.
SHELBYVILLE - Pendleton Heights sophomore Cassie Zehr is at the halfway point of her season, and she aspires to advance to the state gymnastics meet later in the season. After standing taller than she had ever stood before at her latest competition, she has plenty of confidence to continue moving toward her goals.
INDIANAPOLIS - For the first time in school history, the Pendleton Heights Arabians played a game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, the home of the Pacers in Indianapolis.
LAPEL - The effort and the tempo was on the side of Lapel Friday as it played host to the Class 3A seventh-ranked Park Tudor Panthers.
MUNCIE - Facing a long road trip in the middle of the week against a deliberate conference opponent, the Pendleton Heights Arabians were looking for a spark. Nursing a 3-point lead late in the third quarter, Eli Pancol gave the Arabians just the spark they were looking for.
PENDLETON - Her competitions take place without a raucous student section or the accompaniment of a pep band and cheerleaders. Her only rooting section is usually her parents, and she doesn't have any teammates. Cassie Zehr is the team. And she's OK with that.
PENDLETON - The Saturday night Hoosier Heritage Conference contest was emotional, contentious and very physical. And Karsten Windlan wouldn't have it any other way.
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The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
In seven seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, retired All-Pro running back Edgerrin James distinguished himself off the field with his personality and flashy gold-front smile nearly as much as he did on the gridiron by racking up huge numbers (and loads of wins) as one of the "Triplets"-the potent offensive trio of James, wide receiver Marvin Harrison, and, of course, QB Peyton Manning.
Qosja abstains from the use of a musical score for this film with the exception of the closing credits. This silent soundtrack is significant and a powerful symbol of the silence of the victims as well as the men of the village, where according to local custom, rape isn't necessarily a crime, but more a shame on the victim and her family.
His questions become a moral crisis of conscience after the and the murder of five Amish girls in a schoolhouse in 2006 Washington D.C. Naval shipyard shooting in 2013 . The latter hit Schenck especially hard as the shooting took place in the neighborhood where he lives.
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The general angst that was being felt by Colts fans gave way to downright panic Sunday morning when it was announced that the shoulder problem starting quarterback Andrew Luck had been dealing with would prevent him from playing against Jacksonville.
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The signs of construction have been prevalent around the campus of IUPUI this semester between the New York Street city project and new student housing. The New York Street conversion to a two-way street, or Phase One is nearing completion, with a scheduled wrap-up date in December of this year.
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The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
Two students from the National Sports Journalism Center have received are covering the first College Football Playoff National Championship as a two-man Student News Bureau. Josh Weinreb and Rob Hunt of the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis campus are filing reports leading to the game between Oregon and Ohio State on Monday night at Arlington, Texas.
In the days leading up to the 2014 Big Ten Championship Game, Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer seemed very relaxed while answering question after question about his most recent starting quarterback. He was asked about the mechanics of sophomore quarterback Cardale Jones, and the prospect of playing a championship game - and a potential spot in the inaugural College Football Playoff - with a third string quarterback.
The milestones, accolades, and accomplishments just keep rolling in for Colts future hall of fame kicker Adam Vinatieri. Early in Sunday's game, almost three hours before his 25th career game winning field goal, he got his first milestone of the day, on his first field goal of the year.
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The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
Grand Marshall for Fortville's Winter Festival
Grand Marshall for Fortville's Winter Festival (Continued)
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Conclusion of preview of Fortville's Winter Festival and a photo from a donation by the Mt. Vernon Optimist Club.
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Fortville Action Committee is a catalyst in the community
By Rob Hunt and Vince RobertsHealth officials are hoping a tactic considered by most to be a "necessary evil" will help curb the growing HIV epidemic in southern Indiana that has been growing since mid-December of 2014.On March 26, Indiana Governor Mike Pence declared a public health emergency (full text here) in Scott County due to an unusual number of HIV cases for that area.
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Conclusion of Fortville Action Committee story
We touched base with the author, Bleacher Report writer, and Indy resident ahead of his upcoming appearance at IUPUI. This Wednesday, nationally recognized sportswriter and author Will Carroll-an Indianapolis resident-will be staying close to home to take part in an open-to-the-public roundtable discussion at IUPUI, "Epidemic at the Mound: The Stats and Facts of Youth Baseball Injuries."
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The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
By Rob Hunt Photograph by Chelsea Hugunin. With so much speculation about Reggie Wayne's future, the Colts made sure that last night wasn't his final home game in an Indianapolis Colts uniform. Despite a sluggish offense, the Colts did just enough to hold off the Houston Texans 17-10 and clinch their second straight AFC South division title.
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The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
By Rob Hunt @hunt_rob IUPUI students and staff are invited to celebrate diversity at the 5th annual IUPUI Harvey Milk Dinner, held Saturday, October 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the downtown Indianapolis Marriott Hotel, located at 350 Maryland Street. This year's keynote speaker will be noted actor, comedian, musician and writer Lea DeLaria.
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The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
By Rob Hunt @hunt_rob The Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center is hosting an exhibit of artifacts related to the earliest days of baseball and the history of the sport in Indiana. While this exhibit is focused on baseball, this showcase should appeal to a wide range of visitors.
This Saturday, ESPN personality Michael Wilbon will be in Indianapolis to deliver the keynote speech at an IUPUI conference addressing the past and future of African Americans in baseball.
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The Times Post is committed to being the most trusted and comprehensive source of information in each community and market we serve: Madison County, Indiana and the towns of Pendleton, Ingalls, Markleville, Lapel, Hardscrabble, Bloomer, Idlewold, Alfont, Huntsville, Emporia, Ovid, New Columbus, Alliance.
The following articles have been written by RBI intern, Rob Hunt. Please enjoy his take on the goings-on in the world of PlayBall Indiana this Spring and Summer: Game of the Week Welcome to Cleveland Softball Girls Show Sportsmanship Volunteers Needed RBI Pee Wee Division: Jeff Smith Cartez' Big Hit!
"Hoosiers Win the Pennant," opening September 9 at the Indiana History Center, reveals the state's surprisingly rich legacy in shaping the national pastime. Most Hoosiers know there is a professional baseball team in Indianapolis (the Indians-duh). But even many baseball junkies-count me among them-might be surprised to learn that Indiana was home to four Major League teams during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
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