Can't Buy Beer, Wine at Grocery Store Tomorrow

Or, as the State of Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Administration says:

"Pursuant to IC 3-10-8-4.5, and for purposes of enforcing IC 7.1-5-10-1, the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission is notifying all alcoholic beverage permit holders that a special election will be held in the 7th Congressional District, Marion County, Indiana on March 11, 2008. During a special election, alcoholic beverages may not be sold from 3:00 o’clock in the morning until the voting polls are closed in the evening on this day. This law only applies to the 7th Congressional District."

The Star Says "Oops!"

Headline on Saturday, 8 March:
"Physicians lose child abuse suit"

Headline on Sunday, 9 March:
"Jury: Doctors not liable in child abuse suit"

...along with this correction box:
"CORRECTION
A story on Page A1 in some editions Saturday incorrectly reported that a jury found against Dr. Gary Thompson and Dr. Michael Turner in connection with a 1998 child abuse case. The jury actually found in favor of both doctors.... The Star apologizes for the error."

Cultural Trail Project Honored

New York City-based Project for Public Spaces named Indianapolis one of five “Great Cities” thanks to the Cultural Trail project downtown.

"Famous for racing cars," its March newsletter says, "this city is now proud to boost bikes and pedestrians".

Project for Public Spaces is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating and sustaining public places that build communities.

"The Art of Quilting": a film

"The Art of Quilting" is a film exploring the myriad of techniques and artistry reflected in contemporary American quilts. This program celebrates contemporary quilt artists as they transcend class quilts by taking the finest traditions of the past to create new traditions for this American art form.

It's next Thursday's offering in the Cole Porter Room Film Series at the Indiana History Center, 450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis. The showing, which starts at noon on 13 March, is open to the public at no charge.

Med School Without the Icky, Cut-up Frog Parts

Want a taste of what it's like to attend med school? Register for Mini Medical School at Indiana University-Purdue University in Indianapolis.

The next session is 7 to 9 p.m. 18 March. Amy Kressel, M.D., will discuss the growing threat of "Superbugs", which will include information on the much-talked-about MRSA virus. Dr. Kressel is an associate professor of clinical medicine at the IU School of Medicine.

Mini Med School takes place in Room 405, IUPUI Campus Center, 420 University Boulevard, Indianapolis. Refreshments will be provided. Parking is available in the garage adjacent to the Campus Center for a minimal fee. Registration is required as seating is limited; contact Michelle Benberry, 317:274-7722.

Project "Open Market"

Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard will announce a plan on Wednesday (5 March) involving the removal of ramps to Interstate 65/70 on Market and Ohio Streets and the construction of new ramps at Washington Street, according to Inside INdiana Business.

IUPUI Hosts 7th Congressional District Debate

What may be the final debate among three candidates vying to fill the 7th Congressional District seat of the late U.S. Rep. Julia Carson will be held at Indiana University-Purdue University in Indianapolis on 6 March, according to the IUPUI News Bureau. Portions of the debate will be broadcast live on 24-Hour News 8 and WTLC-AM. 1310.

Amos Brown III, host and managing editor of "Afternoons with Amos" on WTLC-AM, and Jim Shella, 24-Hour News 8 political reporter, will serve as co-moderators of the 90-minute debate between Democrat Andre Carson, Republican Jon Elrod and Libertarian Sean Shepard.

Hosted by IUPUI, the 90-minute debate will be held in the auditorium of the University Place Conference Center, 850 West Michigan Street, Indianapolis. It begins at 7:30 p.m. 6 March, just five days before the special election on 11 March.

24-Hour News 8 will broadcast the first 30 minutes of the debate on MyNDY Channel 23 from 7:30 to 8 p.m. WTLC-AM 1310 will air the first 60 minutes of the debate, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.