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The Herald-Times

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Meet the construction worker who makes films

“Concrete finishers” ensure that a job site’s concrete is right. Screenwriters create stories for film; filmmakers then make a film. Las Vegas native and current Gosport, Indiana, resident Roc Anthony Bates Sr. does all three and has cemented his success in a second career. (Bates added the “Sr.” to clarify that he isn’t his son, whose name is similar.) Bates Sr., who continues to work in construction, has had a career in concrete finishing. But for $3 you can see his original vampire film, “Constance and Violence Part II" on Nov. 11 at the historic Tivoli Theatre in Spencer. (The younger Bates did hair and makeup for “Constance and Violence” Part I.) As a little boy, Bates Sr. informed his mother that he would be a rock star. The desire for work in the arts remained. “I started this (vampire) story about 10 years ago,” he said, “and let it sit. I had the whole story in my head.” He also had, by then, a nice 401K with which to finance his plan. And, his nest had recently been emptied of offspring. The single father was “learning to live without kids. I didn’t know what to buy at the grocery

Gosport, IN · 2d

Journal Review

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From Crawfordsville to grocery stores across America

When most Americans pick up a package of sliced cheese at their local grocery store, they probably don’t give much thought to where it came from or the people and technology involved in getting it onto the shelf. But right here in west-central Indiana, hundreds of Hoosiers are helping make that possible every day.

Crawfordsville, IN · 8d
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This Hidden Indiana Dinner Theater Pairs A Homemade Buffet With Incredible Broadway Musicals

The menu here actually changes to match whatever musical is on stage. A dinner themed around the show you’re about to watch?. I need to know who plans that. The owners named the place after the dating site where they met. They also got married in a small Indiana town that shares the same word.

Hillsboro, IN · 3d
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7 Steak ‘n Shake Memories Hoosiers Over 50 Share

At Steak ‘n Shake, you used to flash your headlights for service and eat off a tray hooked to your car window. If you’re a Hoosier over 50, you can probably still picture it. Here are the Steak ‘n Shake memories many Hoosiers over 50 share. 1....

Indianapolis, IN · 2d
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Bloomington Star

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Bloomington will shut down Griffy Lake trails, shoreline and boating access during two November weekends for controlled deer hunt

Bloomington, Indiana – A walk through Griffy Lake’s woods or a quiet afternoon on the water will need to wait during two November weekends. Controlled deer hunts will close the entire nature preserve, including its trails, shoreline and lake. Bloomington Parks and Recreation has scheduled the hunts for Nov. 14–15 and Nov. 21–22 as part […] The post Bloomington will shut down Griffy Lake trails, shoreline and boating access during two November weekends for controlled deer hunt appeared first on The Bloomington Star .

Bloomington, IN · 2d

onbetterliving.com

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10 Things to Do Before You Leave for Holiday Travel

Things to do before leaving the house for holiday travel go beyond locking the doors. A live tree may need daily watering, holiday leftovers need a plan, packages are on the way and freezing weather calls for pipe precautions. Here are 10 checks, with advice from USPS, the Electrical Safety Foundation, the American Red Cross, NC State Extension, Nebraska Extension and police departments in Ohio, Virginia and Indiana.

Indiana · 2d

positivebloom.com

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Leaving The Hose Attached Through An Indiana Freeze Can Crack A Pipe Inside Your Wall

A pipe can split in January and stay quiet until March. No drip, no puddle, no warning at all, until the thaw arrives and water starts running somewhere behind the drywall. I learned the hard way that the culprit can be sitting in plain sight. Mine was coiled neatly by the back steps, looking helpful and harmless. I had put away the tomato cages, mulched the roses, and felt pretty smug about my fall cleanup.

Indiana · 2d

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Community First Bank & Big Hoffa’s BBQ will thank Veterans with free meal

Since 2015, Community First Bank of Indiana (CFB) has marked Veterans Day not just with words, but with action. What began as a grassroots effort of raking leaves, cleaning gutters, and performing minor yard work for local Veterans has grown into a cherished tradition that brings employees together in service to those who served.

Indiana · 2d

Country Herald

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Indiana Owl Week Begins Today: 8 Species Featured Before Festival

Humane Indiana Wildlife launches eight days of owl education ahead of its Festival of Owls fundraiser.

Porter County, IN · 1d

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New 3-way Alcohol Permit Applications Are Open

Downtown businesses can now apply for new three-way alcohol permits, offering a more affordable path to serving beer, wine, and liquor. The applications can be accessed at http://bton.in/civic. Alcohol’s high profit margins and mostly non-perishable nature make it a critical menu component of a generally high-risk business. Bloomington has had...

Bloomington, IN · 2d

The Herald-Times

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New Thai restaurant opens in Bloomington; new chef at Hawaiian Hoosier

A new Asian restaurant has opened on Bloomington's west side. Thai Basil Authentic Thai Cuisine opened Thursday, Oct. 29, at 1933 S. Curry Pike, which is at the intersection with West Roll Avenue. Thai Basil is open Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lunch and 4:30-8:30 p.m. for dinner; and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday. The restaurant's lunch specials start at $10.99 and include Thai curries, pad Thai, basil fried rice, General Tso's chicken and orange chicken. The lunch dishes come with a vegetable spring roll. Dinner appetizers include crab ragoon, crispy spring rolls, chicken satay, steamed and fried dumplings and vegetable tempura. Stir-fry dishes include Thai basil, fresh ginger, cashew nut, broccoli stir-fry, green bean curry and Tahi Rama with steamed broccoli and carrots topped with a peanut curry sauce. Curries include red, green, yellow, Massaman, Panang, pineapple red curry, duck red curry and salmon Panang. Other dinner dishes include crispy chicken options — General Tso's, orange chicken, sweet chili chicken, crispy cashew chicken and crispy basil chicken — as well as noodle soups including Tom Yum and Tom Kha and specialty dishes of crispy chili beef, sweet and sour crispy pork, and sweet and sour crispy

Bloomington, IN · 3d

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Graeter's Ice Cream Opens in Plainfield

Plainfield has a new place to grab a scoop. Graeter's Ice Cream opened a location in town, and the occasion was marked with an official ribbon cutting. Graeter's announced the opening in a Facebook post Wednesday. The opening was marked with a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the company's team. Graeter's traces...

Plainfield, IN · 2d

BuzzFeed

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Indiana -@platesbykody Tasty - My State My Plate - Ep 3 CUTDOWN 01

Indiana · 3d

mindfullyamerican.com

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6 Indiana Rules for Selling Baked Goods From Home That Surprise Bakers

If friends keep asking for your cookies, selling them can seem like the next step. Hoosiers can sell some home-baked foods, but the law requires more than a good recipe. Here’s what to sort out before your first paying customer. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Food...

Indiana · 14d

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Every Hoosier Should Visit The Indiana Diner Where A Beloved Sandwich Legend Was Born

There are places you eat at, and then there are places you make a pilgrimage to, and Nick’s Kitchen in Huntington, Indiana, is firmly, unapologetically, and deliciously in the second category. The breaded pork tenderloin sandwich was born here, and if that doesn’t make you want to get in...

Huntington, IN · 8d

Animal of Things

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Tethering Laws in Indiana: Hour Limits, Equipment Rules, and Penalties

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Indiana has no single statute that spells out exactly how many hours a dog can spend on a chain. Instead, the state folds tethering into its broader animal cruelty law, which means the legality of your setup depends on conditions, not a clock. If you keep a domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) tied up in … This article, Tethering Laws in Indiana: Hour Limits, Equipment Rules, and Penalties , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Pet Rent Laws in North Carolina: What Landlords Can Charge and What You Can Push Back On • Kosher Slaughter Laws in South Dakota: Federal Exemptions, State Rules, and Plant Requirements • Pet Liability at Holiday Gatherings in New Jersey: Who Pays When a Guest Gets Hurt

Indiana · 4d

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Where Do Indiana Families Go For Holiday Dinners? These 6 Old-Fashioned Restaurants Do It Best

Some families in Indiana skip the big kitchen cleanup and head out for holiday dinner instead. The best places for that kind of meal are not flashy or new. They are old-fashioned spots with fried chicken, warm rolls, family-style platters, and pie cases that make choosing dessert a real job. This list covers six of them, from a log cabin stagecoach stop to the largest restaurant in the state, so you can find a table that fits your crew.

Indiana · 5d

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Escape The Noise And Discover Indiana’s Most Blissfully Peaceful Nature Park For A Perfect Day Trip

Somewhere between your last frustrating commute and your next overbooked weekend, there is a wooden sign hanging between two stone pillars in North Salem, Indiana, and it is waiting patiently for you to find it. McCloud Nature Park doesn’t advertise itself aggressively or demand your attention. It simply exists,...

North Salem, IN · 2d

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Indiana’s Small-Town Bakeries Like These 6 Still Open Before Dawn For Fresh Donuts

Some Indiana bakers start work while most of us are still asleep, and in a few small towns the doors open before the sun is up. That early start matters if you work a first shift, coach a morning practice, or just want first pick of the donut case. This...

Indiana · 4d