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Golden Age of Ind. Literature From 1871 to 1922 Indiana was the center of popular literature in the United States. This period of Indiana's history is known as the Golden Age.

Does Cursive Have a Place in the Modern Classroom? Penmanship is being brushed aside by many U.S. schools to make room for newer requirements such as computer literacy and state...

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  The 7 Best Free Flash Games

  3/12/2012

  A quick walkthrough of some of the best free online Flash games the internet has to offer.
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  The Ten Most Important Events in Western History

  2/23/2012

  Ten selections of the most important events in western history. From the rise of Muhammad to the creation of the first atomic weapon.
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  Should Children Be Required to Learn Financial Management in Schools?

  10/31/2011

  Prompted by the countries current economic situation some schools are beginning to emphasize or require students to learn financial skills. But is this a positive direction for education to head?
• Julian Barnes Wins the 2011 Man Booker Prize

  10/19/2011

  The Man Booker Prize announces Julian Barnes, author of “The Sense of an Ending,” as its winner for 2011.
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  Indiana Couple Accused of Selling Baby for Drugs and Cash

  10/13/2011

  Two people in Indiana allegedly sold their baby to their drug dealers in exchange for money, drugs and a car.
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  The Forgotten Bestseller: The Golden Age of Indiana Literature

  10/11/2011

  From 1871 to 1922 Indiana was the center of popular literature in the United States. This period of Indiana's history is known as the Golden Age.
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  Does Cursive Have a Place in the Modern Classroom?

  9/12/2011

  Penmanship is being brushed aside by many U.S. schools to make room for newer requirements such as computer literacy and state required test preparation.
• Will eReaders Curb the Decline in Literary Reading in the U.S.?

  8/15/2011

  Reading for pleasure has been in dramatic decline for decades. What effect will the advent of electronic reading devices and e-books have on this trend?
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  Bats and Their Benefits

  8/15/2011

  Common misconceptions and myths about bats have blemished these small harmless creatures reputation for generations. The truth about bats is far removed from these mistaken beliefs.
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  Five Indiana Travel Destinations, Part III

  8/6/2011

  A guide for those seeking interesting locations for holiday excursions within the state of Indiana. With gas near $4 the intra-state trip is the last option available to some, and Indiana holds a number of spots worth seeking out.
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  Five Indiana Travel Destinations, Part II

  8/4/2011

  A guide for those seeking interesting locations for holiday excursions within the state of Indiana. With gas near $4.00 the intra-state trip is the last option to some, and Indiana holds a number of known and lesser known spots worth seeking out.
• Gunman Killed During Hostage Situation in Bloomington, Ind.

  8/4/2011

  A standoff with police results in the death of an armed man holding an unidentified female hostage.
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  Five Indiana Travel Destinations, Part I

  7/22/2011

  A guide for those seeking interesting locations for holiday excursions within the state of Indiana. With gas near $4 the intra-state trip is the last option available to some, and Indiana holds a number of spots worth seeking out.
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  400th Anniversary of the King James Version Holy Bible

  7/16/2011

  400 years after its original completion, the King James Version Bible still remains the most popular and wide-read edition in the modern world.
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  Two Haiku Written While Looking Out a Window

  7/12/2011

  The haiku is an old Japanese form of poetry consisting in the English language version usually, but not always, of three lines totally 17 syllables, 5-7-5 respectively.
• Ross Lockridge Jr. And the Great American Novel

  7/11/2011

  In 1948, the bestselling novel "Raintree County" was finished and published by its author, Ross Lockridge Jr. Not long after his success, Locridge's life took an unexpected and violent turn.
• Anthony Weiner Knows How to Attract Publicity

  7/7/2011

  Anthony Weiner resigned in the wake of oppressive media coverage of his 'sexting' scandal despite vocal support from constituents. Old news still makes great news.
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  Hoosier Community Continues Search for Missing Girl

  6/29/2011

  While the friends who had contact with Lauren Spierer the day she disappeared remain unhelpful, hundreds of strangers flock in to volunteer to help with the search for the missing girl.

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