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Government shutdown stops union election at Indiana casino
The Addison Times and The Indianapolis Business Journal has reported that a scheduled union election at Caesar’s Horseshoe Casino, located about 30 miles southeast of Indianapolis, was indefinitely delayed by The National Labor Relations Board, due to the federal government shutdown.
More than 200 Horseshoe Indianapolis Casino workers plan to strike today. Teamsters Local 135 said the workers, dealers and floor supervisors are seeking union recognition. They proposed using a neutral third party to conduct the vote on the original Oct. 17 date. Teamsters President Dustin Roach said the strike aims to pressure Caesars to agree to the alternate election plan.
Horseshoe Indianapolis, now owned by Caesars Entertainment, employs around 1,400 people and was Indiana’s 2024 second-highest grossing casino with $336 million in revenue.
New classic items in our EBay store
We just listed several new items on our EBay store.
Blue glass insulator
Set of 3 clear glass ones
Pewter hanging wind chime: child dropping feed sack from the barn loft window
All are Swiss Army Knives, manufactured in various times from 1973 ’til 2011 with different tool configurations
Spooky house decorations for Halloween 2025
The weather was nice enough for a drive to a neighboring town for a couple of errands. We always enjoy seeing how others decorate for Halloween.
Relaxing on the front lawn
The bones band
The 90’s live (?) on today
A cluster of ghosts and goblins
A scary porch Wraith
Franklin, Indiana is south of Indianapolis, has interesting history and is a typical Central Indiana small town. There are a couple of sites in town that have alleged paranormal activity, which fits for the season.
Honoring a hometown basketball legend’s history
William “Bill” Leon Garrett was a basketball player, coach, educator, and a college administrator who is best known as the first African American to regularly play on a Big Ten Conference (Indiana University) varsity basketball team. His image, in his college basketball uniform, is proudly displayed on the Shelbyville Cagney’s Pizza King.
2024 mural of Garrett in his Big Ten IU uniform
Mural artist signature and information plaque
Shelbyville, Indiana, however remembers Bill Garrett as a member of the Golden Bears High School basketball team. That team won the State Basketball Championship in 1947, a feat yet to be repeated.
Details about the life and accomplishments of Bill Garrett
Garrett was drafted by the NBA Boston Celtics after college, but was at the same time drafted by the US Army for a two year stint during the Korean War. After he left the Army he was a Harlem Globetrotter for a while.
Photo of one of Shelbyville’s proudest moments
Garrett also had a highly successful career as the High School b-ball coach at Crispus Attucks in Indianapolis. He later became active in the administration of IUPUI Indianapolis. Both the Shelbyville HS Field House and the intermural fieldhouse at Indiana University are named after Bill Garett.
Stunning September Sunrise
Earth, Sky and Sun gifts us with another beautiful morning
It is that time again for Creepy Clowns
Some trees are starting to turn. The calendar still says it is September, but October is right around the corner. Past years have shown the trend to go wild with Halloween decorations.
This court jester is an evil trickster
Not the porch greeting you want to see…
Horrific clown’s archery range
These scary figures are not far from where we live! How about your town? Are folks going all out with the Halloween decorations? In some of the towns in our area the Halloween decorations are actually giving the Christmas lights and associated trimmings a run for the best displays.
Baker Park in New Castle Indiana
Baker Park in New Castle, Indiana started with 10 acres. Shortly thereafter a 40 acre grove of land was acquired. This beautiful plot was the last remaining natural woodlands within the city limits. Another 30 acres was given to the city by the Chrysler Corporation.
The Main Entrance to Baker Park
Park 50 Year Dedication
Mayors love their names on Plaques
The formal dedication of Baker Park was held on June 20, 1937 and was named in honor of Sidney E. Baker, mayor of New Castle for twelve years. Mayor Baker is now recognized as the driving force behind the development of the park.
Large Skate Park
Lovely wooded park land
Current facilities at the park provide recreation opportunities for all residents and visitors to the Baker Park. Large and small shelters, restrooms and a stage is available. The swimming pool, kid’s fun park and Frisbee Golf add to the activities. There are also skate parks and horse shoe pits.
Ancient Hopewell village has remains next to New Castle Indiana High School
This was once one of the busiest communities in what is now east central Indiana. What has been named the Chrysler Enclosure is the remains of what was once a large Native American community.
Informational plaque at the site
New Castle HS in background
Video below is a panoramic view of the remains of the moat.
What remains visible is a portion of a moat that circled part of a ceremonial mound. This structure was designed as an astronomic feature that yearly lined perfectly with the Winter Solstice.
Richmond Indiana Uranus Fudge Factory and T-Rex
Richmond Indiana is on the Ohio border and the junction of I-70 and Historic National Road, i.e. US 40. Fitting that this is the location of the relatively new true roadside attraction. The Uranus Fudge Factory and associated dinosaur park is a fun stop for kids of all ages.
Outside the entrance
Maj couldn’t resist the chance to be an alien…
Photo courtesy Uranus Fudge Factory
The Uranus Fudge Factory is a unique novelty store featuring funny phrases on t-shirts and hoodies and other gifts. In addition there are tons of different kinds of fudge as well as ice cream treats. Stuff that the kids will love is everywhere. Even an arcade for defeating the aliens is there for your pleasure. Keep in mind that some of the sayings can be considered a bit off color.
As you approach Exit 156 on I-70 you’ll see a very very large white cross. When you approach take Exit 156B. This is marked for US 40 East, and as soon as you exit you will see the Uranus Fudge Factory on your left. You’ll also see the life sized T-Rex and other dinosaurs. You have arrived.
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