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Investigation of eagle shooting ongoing

The Statehouse File — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:00:00 -0500

Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the shooting and death of a bald eagle that was discovered in Morgan County. by The Statehouse File By Samm Quinn Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the shooting and death of a bald eagle that was discovered in Morgan County.…

New fed transportation bill is bad for bicyclists

Kevin Whited — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:59:00 -0500

If you liked the '50s through '70s - which saw an increase in air pollution, traffic congestion, greenhouse gas emissions, plus traffic fatalities for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists - you'll love Congress’ new transportation bills.

On the other hand, if you like the trends of increased bicycling, walking and more mass transit, I suggest you get involved.…

Review: 'The Best Things In Life Are Stupid'

Charles Fox — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:30:00 -0500

Shared Heritage hosts its strongest exhibition thus far, a collection of prints by Stephen Peck that incorporates documentary-style photos and pop iconography. by Charles Fox The Best Things In Life Are Stupid presents a refreshingly broad, crisp and varied grouping of prints from Indianapolis-based artist Stephen Peck. Thematically, the artwork moves from advertising references to documentary-style photographic imagery, from cityscapes to pop iconography, all while retaining the artist’s bold style of blocky shapes and saturated colors.…

Snapperfest stokes cries of animal cruelty

Lori Lovely — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:00:00 -0500

A petition pending before the Indiana Natural Resources Commission claims the DNR is failing to enforce the state's anti-animal cruelty law. by Lori Lovely A beer-soaked bacchanal centered on the domination of snapping turtles is now at the center of a legal challenge claiming that the state is failing to enforce its laws against animal cruelty. Campshore Campground has been hosting Snapperfest along the Ohio River in southeastern Indiana for the past 15 years amid growing concern over animal rights issues.…

Jazz Notes for Valentine's Day

Chuck Workman — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:17:00 -0500

It’s that time of year when chocolates, roses, and cards combine for the annual rite of Valentine’s Day. Some local venues that offer jazz on their musical menus will serve up a gentle side of the genre with romantic sounds fit for the occasion.…

Bowerbirds mini-doc from Dead Oceans

Katherine Coplen — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500

Local label Dead Oceans has released a six-minute mini-documentary about "The Clearing," new from the Bowerbirds by Katherine Coplen About "The Clearing" by Bowerbirds from Secretly Jag on Vimeo. Raleigh's The Bowerbirds play spare folk complemented by soaring vocals and accordion.…

Super Bowl sightings

Katherine Coplen — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:05:00 -0500

NUVO presents the best and worst of Super Bowl parties, concerts and more. by Katherine Coplen Where were you last weekend? That question is on the minds of every person in this town right now.…

Beat Jab: New Gotye & Sharon Van Etten

Micah Ling — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0500

Beat Jab offers reviews in prose poetry form from 2011 Eugene & Marilyn Glick Indiana Emerging Author Award winner Micah Ling.

Gotye
Making Mirrors
Eleven
★★★★

If you don’t know Gotye, start here. After all, music videos seem to be a dying art, and this one is pretty great.…

8 videos of animals on the playing field

Justin Cross — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:30:00 -0500

Animals can be cute, lively - and elusive. When a soft, furry animal wanders into the world of human sports, all we can say is "Awww!" while secretly hoping they avoid all tackle attempts.…

Give Indy Reads your tired, weary books, CDs

Scott Shoger — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:05:00 -0500

Actually, a correction to that headline: Indy Reads is indeed looking looking for used books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks and video games to stock a community bookstore, but the adult literacy organization would rather they be in gently used, rather altogether weary, condition.

Surplus media is destined for Indy Reads Books, a used bookstore soon to open downtown along the Cultural Trail.…

Show Indiana authors love, respect, money

Scott Shoger — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:00:00 -0500

You, the devoted reader of Indiana-made poetry and prose, have until March 23 to pipe up and say who should be awarded a 2012 Eugene & Marilyn Glick Indiana Authors Award, bestowed annually upon three writers doing quality work likely to have a lasting impact. Any published writer born in Indiana or who has lived in Indiana for at least five consecutive years is eligible for recognition in one of three categories, as follow:

National author: A writer with Indiana ties, but whose work is known and read throughout the country.…

Senate Democrats outline second-half agenda

NUVO Editors — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:30:00 -0500

Bills are still in play on a statewide smoking ban, drug tests for the state's welfare recipients, and greater full-day kindergarten funding. by NUVO Editors Senators Jean Breaux and Gregory Taylor, both Democrats from Indianapolis, on Thursday sent the following half-time update from the Indiana General Assembly: As lawmakers move through the second half of the legislative session, they begin the review of bills already approved by one chamber.…

Chief Justice replacement process underway

The Statehouse File — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:15:00 -0500

The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission named seven candidates Thursday as semi-finalists to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Indiana Supreme Court. by The Statehouse File The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission named seven candidates Thursday as semi-finalists to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Indiana Supreme Court. Four of the seven are judges, including one member of the Indiana Court of Appeals, and two serve in posts for Gov. Mitch Daniels, who will make the appointment.…

$145 million mortgage rescue headed to IN

The Statehouse File — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500

Indiana's share of a mortgage settlement between 49 states and five banks will be about $145 million to be used for homeowner loan refinancing and modifications and more. by The Statehouse File By Lesley Weidenbener Indiana's share of a mortgage settlement between 49 states and five banks will be about $145 million to be used primarily for homeowner loan refinancing and modifications, cash payments for borrowers who lost homes, and consumer protection programs.…

Indy loves Haiti: local charities abound

Nathan Brown — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:00:00 -0500

Amy King and Provocate-Haiti are at the center of a massive local effort to assist Haiti in various relief efforts. by Nathan Brown On Jan. 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake devastated Haiti. An estimated 3 million people were affected, and a global outpouring of charity donations, good will and volunteers flooded Haiti.…

Note for Note: White Lightning Boys, Brent Bennett

Jon R. LaFollette — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:32:00 -0500

This latest edition of Note for Note takes on both traditional and protest folk.

White Lightning Boys - Barefoot Nelly
Crooked Creek Records

★★★½

Here is a folk group so rooted and knowledgeable about what they do that even a collection of mostly obscure covers seems like an album of original material. Dealing almost exclusively in Appalachian country folk, this Bloomington band's songbook features tunes by Ralph Stanley, Bascom Lunsford, Carter Stanley, and Norman Blake alongside Dylan, Guthrie and Townes Van Zandt centered around empty pockets ("Hole In My Pocket"), broken dreams ("The Ballad of Hollis Brown"), murderous outlaws ("Law and Order"), misty mountains ("For the Love of the Mountain"), and home brewed moonshine that creates just as much trouble as some of the women they claim to love ("Mountain Dew").…

Slideshow: Broad Ripple Super Fest

Stacy Kagiwada — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:30:00 -0500

The Super Bowl invaded Broad Ripple last weekend, taking over Guilford Avenue for super concerts and fun. by Stacy Kagiwada The Super Bowl invades Broad Ripple, taking over Guilford Avenue for super concerts and fun all weekend long. Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band, George Clinton and the P-Funk Allstars and Robert Randolph and the Family Band took turns on the stage.

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Slideshow: Maxim Salute to Heroes Party

Phillip Hill — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500

Regular people and celebrities alike attended the Maxim Salute to Heroes party at the Indianapolis State Fairgrounds. by Phillip Hill The Indianapolis State Fairgrounds hosted the Maxim Salute to Heroes party. Guests and celebrities attended and partied in superhero style with Maxim models dressed to fit the theme.

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Slideshow: Super Buskers

Stacy Kagiwada — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:55:00 -0500

Huge crowds throughout downtown brought out the street performers for Super Bowl week in Indianapolis. by Stacy Kagiwada Huge crowds throughout downtown bring out the street performers for Super Bowl week in Indianapolis, and Stacy Kagiwada was there to shoot it all.

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Review: City and Colour, The Low Anthem

Micah Ling — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:48:00 -0500

City and Colour, The Low Anthem
Egyptian Room at Old National Center

Indianapolis was lucky to have two incredible bands perform at the Old National Centre on Wednesday: Rhode Island's The Low Anthem, and Dallas Green, who performs under the name City and Colour, from Ontario.

The evening of music began around 7:30 with The Low Anthem.…

Rap Sheet: Household Guns

Grant Catton — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:42:00 -0500

This week NUVO writer Grant Catton profiles Household Guns, an Indy-based alternativ-rock band getting ready to head into the studio to cut their second album this spring.

Who: Household Guns are Shawn Woolfolk (guitar and vocals), Ben Masbaum (bass and vocals), and Dave Hall (drums).

Where: Based in Indianapolis, however Masbaum is the only native Hoosier.…

Review: Goliathon at Sun King

Wade Coggeshall — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:10:00 -0500

Obviously, there have been plenty of entertainment options around the city over the last couple weeks. If you didn’t feel like standing shoulder to shoulder and paying too much for watered-down beer in the Super Bowl Village, Friday night at Sun King was a great alternative.…

Slideshow: Maxim Tailgate Party

Phillip Hill — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0500

Phillip Hill presents highlights from the Maxim Tailgate party downtown on Sunday for the Super Bowl. by Phillip Hill Downtown Indianapolis hosted the Maxim Tailgate Party on Sunday. Guests and celebrities alike partied with Maxim models and were treated to great food and entertainment in celebration of the Super Bowl.

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Girl, in Transit: By foot

Ashley Kimmel — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:49:00 -0500

This is the fourth in a series of stories by Kimmel, who's given up her car and is relying primarily on public transit.

First off, way to go, Indy! I love reading all of the great feedback we are getting as a Super Bowl host city.…

Slideshow: Super Bowl protests

Rebecca Townsend — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500

Various views from the labor protest organized during Super Bowl weekend by Unite Here outside the downtown Hyatt Hotel. The workers are seeking greater economic justice in the hotel industry.…