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Working together, Crump may get its ‘encore’
In 2017, The Republic’s Julie McClure wrote an article about The Crump titled “Awaiting an Encore.” The article laid out the many twists and turns of Indiana’s oldest continuously operating theater. It...
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Editorial: Fentanyl dealers face deadly consequences in GOP bill
Under new legislation proposed by Republican lawmakers, drug dealers who sell or give out fentanyl that leads to an overdose death could face felony murder charges. Continue reading Editorial: Fentanyl...
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Asking Eric: Parents ashamed of children who won’t ‘adult’
Dear Eric: I grew up with highly educated parents, with a strong work ethic. Because of my and my also well-educated and accomplished husband’s many years of hard work, we have been able to provide...
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Column: ‘Turn Awareness Into Action’: What Indiana is doing for mental health
Every May, Mental Health America leads the state and nation in recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in May throughout the United States since...
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Letter: Pence deserves thanks for upholding Constitution
From: Alissa Smith Continue reading Letter: Pence deserves thanks for upholding Constitution at The Republic News.
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Asking Eric: Retired friends disappear from life
Dear Eric: Over the past few years, more and more of my long-time friends have vanished from my life. One sent a message reading “I am retired,” and when asked how she was enjoying her retirement, sent...
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Column: Country entering ‘dangerous waters’ with this administration
By Dr. Richard Feldman Continue reading Column: Country entering ‘dangerous waters’ with this administration at The Republic News.
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Asking Eric: Ex-husband turned children against ex-wife
Dear Eric: I left my 32-year marriage more than 20 years ago, due to my ex-husband’s extramarital affairs. We have four adult children who I virtually raised alone as he was never available to them...
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State’s decision on summer meals for kids ‘disappointing’
Indiana has decided to cut additional food benefits for families with children who are food insecure, with these families losing $120 per month that was used to help children age 7 to 18 who can’t...
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Parsing the words of a ‘pope able’ cardinal
In the spring of 2023, the Latin patriarch of Jerusalem addressed a conference about a dizzyingly complex subject – Christianity in the ancient Middle East, as well as the future of its many churches...
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Johnny On the Spot: The challenges of being a patriarch
Before every big Foster family meal, the tradition is to stand in a circle and hold hands and a prayer is offered. Continue reading Johnny On the Spot: The challenges of being a patriarch at The...
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Asking Eric: Parents refuse to return from vacation for hospitalized son
Dear Eric: My wife’s brother and his wife recently left on a six-week overseas trip, leaving their 14-year-old son at home with his grandfather, who speaks very little English. They didn’t leave any...
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Column: Pence deserves Profile in Courage honor
More than 50 years ago, I read John F. Kennedy’s “Profiles in Courage” for the first time. Continue reading Column: Pence deserves Profile in Courage honor at The Republic News.
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Column: Government is big and complex for a reason
America is a big, complicated country. It’s not surprising that we have a big, complicated system of government. But the combination of size and complexity can create challenges. It leads inevitably to...
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Asking Eric: Friend’s daughter’s bad manners ruin social group
Dear Eric: I’m part of a group that meets up on a regular basis to engage in a hobby. These gatherings have been a great refuge for me. We have enjoyable, interesting conversations and a great rapport....
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Asking Eric: Girls trip with mother-in-law ends in resentment
Dear Eric: I recently took a vacation with my mother-in-law, and we had a miserable time. It’s causing a rift in our relationship. Continue reading Asking Eric: Girls trip with mother-in-law ends in...
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Asking Eric: Mother still paying rent for child’s ex
Dear Eric: I had a relationship with a man for eight years, during a turbulent time in my life. We broke up five years ago. He has cut all contact with me. However, he still talks to my mother. She...
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Column: Being polite goes a long way in current climate
This column is for all of you patient and kind people out there who put up with a lot of rudeness, incivility, and just plain being ignored when you are trying to go about your business. I’m not...
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Letter: Gaza crisis has long, painful history
From: David Spear Continue reading Letter: Gaza crisis has long, painful history at The Republic News.
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