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Police Officers Benefiting from Drug Crimes
The Indianapolis authorities are cashing in on the funds used by criminals to purchase drugs and weapons.
The money, which would have been asked by Hoosier tax payers, goes directly to state agencies as a source of revenue.
According to State Prosecutor Terry Curry, the funds will abide by the budget set by the city council at the beginning of the year.
Curry said, "Any day that dug dealers are paying for a better, and a more thorough and more thoughtful law enforcement in Marion County... Frankly any where in Indiana... I think is a good day."
The Safe Street's Tax Force is responsible for the significantly high amount of arrests and drug busts in Indianapolis this past year.
The awards total over half of a million dollars that will now go to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and the Marion County Prosecutor's Office.
With budget being an issue for IPD is killing two birds with one stone scoring not one, but two points for the good guys.
The money, which would have been asked by Hoosier tax payers, goes directly to state agencies as a source of revenue.
According to State Prosecutor Terry Curry, the funds will abide by the budget set by the city council at the beginning of the year.
Curry said, "Any day that dug dealers are paying for a better, and a more thorough and more thoughtful law enforcement in Marion County... Frankly any where in Indiana... I think is a good day."
The Safe Street's Tax Force is responsible for the significantly high amount of arrests and drug busts in Indianapolis this past year.
The awards total over half of a million dollars that will now go to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and the Marion County Prosecutor's Office.
With budget being an issue for IPD is killing two birds with one stone scoring not one, but two points for the good guys.
Breaking News
A school bus driver and a student are now dead after a crash early this morning.
Ten other students on the bus were injured.
Vice President of Public Affairs at Wishard, Michelle Okeef verifies that of the ten children injured, two are in critical condition and the eight others suffer from non life threatening diseases.
The crash happened at the 900 block of Emerson Avenue, near Southeastern Avenue at about 8 this morning.
The critically injured students are being treated
The bus was traveling South on Emerson Avenue when the bus driver lost control and crashed into support pillars for a train bridge.
Cause of crash is not yet On the South East side of Interstate Wishard Hospital was the
The two critically injured children are now at Riley Hospital while the eight others are suffering non-lifethreatening injuries across the street at Wishard Hospital.
Ten other students on the bus were injured.
Vice President of Public Affairs at Wishard, Michelle Okeef verifies that of the ten children injured, two are in critical condition and the eight others suffer from non life threatening diseases.
The crash happened at the 900 block of Emerson Avenue, near Southeastern Avenue at about 8 this morning.
The critically injured students are being treated
The bus was traveling South on Emerson Avenue when the bus driver lost control and crashed into support pillars for a train bridge.
Cause of crash is not yet On the South East side of Interstate Wishard Hospital was the
The two critically injured children are now at Riley Hospital while the eight others are suffering non-lifethreatening injuries across the street at Wishard Hospital.
Super Parking
215 steps exactly is the distance from one family's home to Lucas Oil Stadium. Planning on making a chunk of change by offering up parking on their yard, the a family is preparing for the fifteen some cars that will be parked there during the festivities.
With only two houses on his street this family will facilitate parking walking distance from the stadium. This often forgotten neighborhood has suffered sever loss of homes, but benefits whenever something goes on at the stadium.
We've seen people rent out their homes for people coming in town, they why not Local residents hope to provide more than 15 parking space to people
With no idea on how much they are planning on charging the brother and sister make up two-thirds of the neighborhood association.
Across the street is Deka Battery Warehouse where Manager Dan Liford says he and his sixteen employees will not be downtown and who ever comes to the lot first gets free parking.
Other businesses in the area have done several upgrades to their lot and are starting the bill at fifty, but emphasize that in fact that will be subject to change game day.
With only two houses on his street this family will facilitate parking walking distance from the stadium. This often forgotten neighborhood has suffered sever loss of homes, but benefits whenever something goes on at the stadium.
We've seen people rent out their homes for people coming in town, they why not Local residents hope to provide more than 15 parking space to people
With no idea on how much they are planning on charging the brother and sister make up two-thirds of the neighborhood association.
Across the street is Deka Battery Warehouse where Manager Dan Liford says he and his sixteen employees will not be downtown and who ever comes to the lot first gets free parking.
Other businesses in the area have done several upgrades to their lot and are starting the bill at fifty, but emphasize that in fact that will be subject to change game day.
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Indiana Bride Magazine
Indiana Bride Magazine's Bridal Chatter:
MOH Guide She is your extra enthusiasm when the incessant wedding euphoria has you at the point of pure exhaustion. The altruistic woman who you can depend on through your subtle or not so subtle “Bridezilla” moments. That additional hand when the reservations need to be made, the dress needs to be perfect and of course, your last night as an unmarried woman needs to be epic. She is your best girl, your MOH; your Maid or Matron Of Honor.
So if you, the bride is reading this, pass it along to your MOH because this my friend is Indiana Bride Magazine's expert MOH Guide.
MOHs, this is a time in your life where you take a step back and eat a huge piece of humble pie. Honor the woman who you have clearly made an impact on and although it may be hard not always being in the spotlight, you will not be disappointed taking this journey with a lady who means so much to you. This is a life changing job and just as it states in the name, you should be honored.
Remember you have been chosen to be the most important support system that this bride has. She chose you because she can confide in you, she can trust that you will hold her in as high of a regard as you hold yourself. She knows that you have what it takes to stand by her side during the most anticipated, memorable and breathtaking ceremony of her life. From helping with the bridal shower to holding her bouquet to the toast for the happy couple, the MOH is with her every step of the way.
The trick to being the MOH is to allow the bride to explore her likes and wants. You must master the task of picking your battles. You will not like everything, but you have to keep in mind that if she is happy, you are happy. Here are a MOH do’s and do not’s.
Do’s and Do Not’s of a Successful Maid of Honor
Maid of Honor Do’s
· Do make sure you live up to your commitment as the right hand woman of the bride; through thick and thin; ride or die.
· Do understand that your opinions are important, but this is not your wedding; you are just here to help.
· Do answer your phone when she calls with yet another “crisis.” These times come up so be the listener that every girl needs.
· Do make sure she is happy with the decision she is making because you will be hearing about it in the future.
Maid of Honor Do Not’s
· Do not take anything that is said in an outrageously rude manner too personal; she is going through period overflowing with emotion and high anxiety.
· Do not let her to look crazy before she walks down the isle; primp her dress, blot her face, make sure you have tissues if she begins to cry.
· Do not allow her to get hammered at anytime within seven days of her wedding, you want her to look her absolute best.
· Do not get annoyed with hearing the same exact story over and over again.
So, while you are standing by your bride’s side, never forget that your presence, your character and your love is what makes your job so incredibly irreplaceable. This day will be one that is remembered for an eternity. Be therapeutic, be truthful and most of all be there.
So if you, the bride is reading this, pass it along to your MOH because this my friend is Indiana Bride Magazine's expert MOH Guide.
MOHs, this is a time in your life where you take a step back and eat a huge piece of humble pie. Honor the woman who you have clearly made an impact on and although it may be hard not always being in the spotlight, you will not be disappointed taking this journey with a lady who means so much to you. This is a life changing job and just as it states in the name, you should be honored.
Remember you have been chosen to be the most important support system that this bride has. She chose you because she can confide in you, she can trust that you will hold her in as high of a regard as you hold yourself. She knows that you have what it takes to stand by her side during the most anticipated, memorable and breathtaking ceremony of her life. From helping with the bridal shower to holding her bouquet to the toast for the happy couple, the MOH is with her every step of the way.
The trick to being the MOH is to allow the bride to explore her likes and wants. You must master the task of picking your battles. You will not like everything, but you have to keep in mind that if she is happy, you are happy. Here are a MOH do’s and do not’s.
Do’s and Do Not’s of a Successful Maid of Honor
Maid of Honor Do’s
· Do make sure you live up to your commitment as the right hand woman of the bride; through thick and thin; ride or die.
· Do understand that your opinions are important, but this is not your wedding; you are just here to help.
· Do answer your phone when she calls with yet another “crisis.” These times come up so be the listener that every girl needs.
· Do make sure she is happy with the decision she is making because you will be hearing about it in the future.
Maid of Honor Do Not’s
· Do not take anything that is said in an outrageously rude manner too personal; she is going through period overflowing with emotion and high anxiety.
· Do not let her to look crazy before she walks down the isle; primp her dress, blot her face, make sure you have tissues if she begins to cry.
· Do not allow her to get hammered at anytime within seven days of her wedding, you want her to look her absolute best.
· Do not get annoyed with hearing the same exact story over and over again.
So, while you are standing by your bride’s side, never forget that your presence, your character and your love is what makes your job so incredibly irreplaceable. This day will be one that is remembered for an eternity. Be therapeutic, be truthful and most of all be there.