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Big Ten not powerhouse in baseball

With two No. 1 seeds in the NCAA men's basketball tournament and numerous football teams representing the conference in bowls across the country, the Big Ten is considered a national powerhouse in the two major revenue sports. The same can't be said for the conference's standing when it comes to America's pastime.

Students volunteer, travel

Stories of warm weather, beaches and parties are rampant among students the week after spring break. But for 45 IU students, this week has been one of reflection on their community service during their breaks.

Production's theme: Simplicity

It's not uncommon that when driving to an important event through rural areas, everything will be fine until the car breaks down and the only solution is a small garage in Nowhere, Mo. Under time constraints and deadlines and left in the hands of the all-powerful mechanic is where Frannie and Lee find themselves in Joan Ackermann's "Stanton's Garage," which opens at 7 p.m. today in the T300 Studio Theatre.

Around The Region

A Fort Wayne man who allegedly tried to arrange to have sex with a 13-year-old girl has been arrested on a charge of attempted child solicitation.

Board examines drug use

Thursday, the 21 members of the Monroe County CARES board met in the ballroom of the Fountain Square Mall, 222 W. Second St., to discuss programs to reduce alcohol and other drug use among teenagers in Monroe County.

Cancer Society holds annual Daffodil Days

As Bloomington clawed its way out of winter, yellowish-green daffodil buds made their way into offices and homes all across the county. Thursday was the first day of Daffodil Days, which continues through today. When it's over, more than 30,000 daffodils will have spread their message of hope to thousands of recipients. "You have to have hope, or you're prepared to die," said cancer survivor Sandy Berndt.

Robberies should not spur gun violence

Kevin Ashley's "Guns should be allowed on campus (Jordan River Forum, March 8)" is both disturbing and misguided. Mr. Ashley seems to believe that the two people who were robbed on campus in early March could have prevented the offense if they had been allowed to carry a firearm on university grounds. But if they had attempted to use a gun to prevent the crime, it is just as possible that someone would have been injured or killed, an event much worse than a robbery.

Knight's better deeds easily outnumber his negative traits

I appreciated your kind comments about Coach Knight. He made Indiana basketball exciting to watch, even on a television in Ohio.

An Aussie in Florida

Spring break is a relatively new concept to me. I mean, I saw "Road Trip," and we all know how good Hollywood is at depicting real life. Just look at the realistic Aussie accents and stories that have graced both the big and small screens.

Jumping back across the pond

After putting spring break columns on the opinion page every day this week, I felt like I would be remiss if I didn't share my own vacation experience with all of you.

McMahon's high hopes

I wanted to see football in the spring. I wanted something to watch before I went out Saturday nights. I wanted to pick a favorite team and talk trash to my buddies.

Team seeks redemption

The Hoosier softball squad will face Indiana State at 3 p.m. this afternoon with much to prove. After dropping both games in their home-opening doubleheader Tuesday, the Hoosiers will be looking for some redemption against the Sycamores (8-15).

Hockey trades create winners, losers

March 13 marked the last day NHL teams could beef up their roster before the playoffs. Surprisingly quiet were the freewheeling New York Islanders and Rangers, who decided to build around the youth already in their systems. Without further adieu, here are the winners and losers of the NHL trading season:

Variety rules in Sweet 16

Every year, after two rounds of the college basketball tournament, people look for a theme. Did upsets prevail? Was there a myriad of buzzer-beaters? Is this the most exciting tournament ever?

'Lone Gunmen' bites the bullet

Clapping Actors, Golden Statues

Little Joe

Sam Lowry

Aero Dynamic

Get Over It: Breaking up is hard to do