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The Best of 2012 (so far)

By IDS Weekend Staff · Thursday, June 28,2012 10:55 a.m.

WEEKEND’s favorites from the ?rst half of 2012 (because the world might end before we can make a year-end list)

Hesen falls short of Olympic berth

Wednesday, June 27,2012 9:25 p.m.

Indiana University graduate and 2008 NCAA Champion Ben Hesen came up just short of making the U.S. Olympic team, finishing fourth in the 100-meter backstroke finals Wednesday at the USA Swimming Olympic Trials in Omaha, Neb.

IU a cappella group Gentleman's Rule finds success with YouTube mashup

By Jaclyn Lansbery · Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:53 p.m.

All Gentleman’s Rule members are IU alumni and reside in Bloomington. The members are also former singers of the all-man Indiana University Straight No Chaser. The group's video "Pachanelly Canon" has received more than 200,000 views since being uploaded to YouTube at midnight on June 18.

Q and A: Olympic hopeful Allya Vavra

By Ben Simmons · Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:51 p.m.

After missing out on the last qualifying spot for the final of her signature event, the 400-meter individual medley, by .2 seconds, co-IU Athlete of the Year Allysa Vavra spoke to the IDS from the USA Swimming Olympic Trials in Omaha, Neb., to share her thoughts on the award, her future plans and the race that left her speechless.

Experts examine health law's effect on adulthood

By Nona Tepper · Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:50 p.m.

For many young adults, the prospect of paying for their own insurance is decided: Even if the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is ruled unconstitutional, most firms will continue to cover children under 26 on their parents’ plan. The question left, then, is what are the social consequences of this law?

Q and A: Olympic hopeful Andy Bayer

By Shannon Ireland · Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:49 p.m.

Three-time Track and Field All-American Andy Bayer was named one of IU’s Athletes of the Year on Monday.

IU instructor arrested after protesting Red Cross' policy against gay blood donations

By Nona Tepper · Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:47 p.m.

IU adjunct lecturer Uri Horesh was arrested Wednesday for alleged disorderly conduct. While trying to donate blood at the Red Cross Bloodmobile on campus, he answered that he had sex, even once, with another man since 1977, and was turned away from donating. Horesh has been removed from his post at IU.

Former golf coach moves on to University of Toledo

Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:46 p.m.

Former IU Assistant Men’s Golf Coach Jamie Broce was named head men’s golf coach at the University of Toledo, Rockets Athletic Director Mike O’Brien announced Tuesday.

Decision on Arizona immigration law could affect Indiana

By Mark Keierleber · Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:42 p.m.

In 2011, Gov. Mitch Daniels signed Senate Enrolled Act 590, allowing local law enforcement to detain individuals subject to federal immigration court removal orders. It would also prohibit the use of foreign consular identification cards as valid ID in the state.

Ostrom workshop directors announced

By Nona Tepper · Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:24 p.m.

The Office of the Vice Provost for Research has appointed Tom Evans and Burney Fischer as new co-directors of the Vincent and Elinor Ostrom Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis.

Former Kelley professor turns music biographer

By Nona Tepper · Wednesday, June 27,2012 8:22 p.m.

Former IU Kelley School of Business professor Thomas Hustad recently published a 700-page book, “Born to Play: The Ruby Braff Discography and Directory of Performances,” about late jazz legend Reuben “Ruby” Braff.

Jacobs summer band play outdoors on campus

By Rachel Wisinski · Wednesday, June 27,2012 7:21 p.m.

Though the scene was not part of this year’s program, the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music outdoor Summer Band concerts are anything but typical. Wednesday evening marked the beginning of the outdoor concert cycle.

Ladies only perform standup at Max’s Place for first time

By Jeff LaFave · Wednesday, June 27,2012 7:18 p.m.

On Tuesday night, Max’s Place featured a dozen female standup comics. For the first time in its one-year history, the stage was ladies-only.

Bloomington newcomer gives talk at City Hall

By Sarah Boyum · Wednesday, June 27,2012 7:16 p.m.

On Tuesday evening, Katz participated in an Artist’s Talk at the Council Chambers at City Hall where he discussed the philosophy, inspirations and techniques behind his art.

Tomorrow, Larry

Wednesday, June 27,2012 6:30 p.m.

There are about 1.5 million opinion columns I could write that begin with that as an introduction, as I have come to form many opinions having worked for “the man” for more than two months, but this one will concern one thing central to all of our poor, poor college selves: funding.

If only it were this simple

By Nick Jacobs · Wednesday, June 27,2012 6:28 p.m.

If the American government is in the business of preserving our rights, it needs to mandate data plans, because according to the UN we need the Internet to be minimally functioning human beings..

Gosport, Ind. man arrested for arson

Wednesday, June 27,2012 6:23 p.m.

William Haltom, 34, is being charged with a Class B felony for allegedly starting the fire at a residence on the 4600 block of West Woodard Road, according to a press release by Chief Deputy Michael Pershing.

Donations sought for dog shot during attempted robbery, attempted murder

Wednesday, June 27,2012 6:19 p.m.

The Monroe County Human Association is currently seeking public donations to help offset the cost of necessary surgery for Jack, a 2-year-old, mix-breed dog that Lavon D. Bartlett, 20, allegedly shot during a robbery attempt on Bloomington’s north side last week.

New Upland brews highlighted at Yogi’s Beer School

By Mark Keierleber · Wednesday, June 27,2012 6:18 p.m.

Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Yogi’s offers Beer School, which offers a variety of free beer samples from a featured brewery, as well as demonstrations about different beer styles and brewing processes.

161 state laws to take effect July 1

Wednesday, June 27,2012 6:15 p.m.

Beginning July 1, 161 new laws passed by the Indiana General Assembly and signed by Gov. Mitch Daniels will go into effect in Indiana.

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