Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab†July 05, 2020
Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab†July 05, 2020
The majority of our “IS IT TRUE†columns are about local or state issues, so we have decided to give our more opinionated readers exclusive access to our newly created “LEFT JAB and Middle Jab and RIGHT JAB† column. They now have this post to exclusively discuss national or world issues that they feel passionate about.
We shall be posting the “LEFT JAB†AND “MIDDLE JAB†AND “RIGHT JABâ€Â several times a week.  Oh, “LEFT JAB†is a liberal view, “MIDDLE JAB†is the libertarian view and the “RIGHT JAB is representative of the more conservative views. Also, any reader who would like to react to the written comments in this column is free to do so.
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IDEM issues Air Quality Action Day Sunday for three Indiana regions
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has issued an Air Quality Action Day and is forecasting high ozone levels for Sunday, July 5, 2020 in the following areas:Â
- Central Indiana – Marion, Bartholomew, Boone, Brown, Delaware, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Madison, Monroe, Morgan and ShelbyÂ
- Southeast Indiana – Clark, Floyd, Harrison, Jackson, Jefferson, Scott and Washington
- Southwest Indiana – Daviess, Dubois, Gibson, Greene, Knox, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Vanderburgh and WarrickÂ
IDEM encourages everyone to help reduce ozone while remaining safe during the COVID-19 health crisis by making changes to daily habits. You can:
- Walk, bike, or work from home when possible
- Combine errands into one trip
- Avoid refueling your vehicle or using gasoline-powered lawn equipment until after 7 p.m.
- Turn off your engine when idling for more than 30 seconds (e.g., at a bank or restaurant drive-thru)
- Conserve energy by turning off lights or setting the air conditioner to 75 degrees or aboveÂ
Air Quality Action Days are in effect from midnight to 11:59 p.m. on the specified date. Anyone sensitive to changes in air quality may be affected when ozone levels are high. Children, the elderly and anyone with heart or lung conditions should reduce or avoid exertion and heavy work outdoors.
IDEM examines weather patterns and current ozone readings to make daily air quality forecasts. To learn more about ozone or sign up for air quality forecasts, visit www.SmogWatch.IN.gov.
Ground-level ozone is formed when sunlight and hot weather combine with vehicle exhaust, factory emissions and gasoline vapors. Ozone in the upper atmosphere blocks ultraviolet radiation, but ozone near the ground is a lung irritant that can cause coughing and breathing difficulties.Â
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Improvements made at state parks this year
Guests may notice a variety of improvements that enhance campgrounds, restrooms, trails, and other facilities in the Indiana State Parks system of 24 state parks and eight reservoir properties.
Indiana State Park properties manage more than 2,000 buildings, 700 miles of trails, 636 hotel/lodge rooms, 17 marinas, 75 launching ramps, 17 swimming pools, 15 beaches, 7,701 campsites, more than 200 shelters, 160 or so playgrounds and 150 cabins.
“Creative and dedicated employees stretch the dollars that you pay when you enter the gate, rent a campsite, launch a boat or attend a special workshop or program,†said Ginger Murphy, deputy director of Indiana State Parks. Examples of system-wide improvements include:
- New, efficient LED lighting in various buildings, from offices to comfort stations.
- Various small campground improvements in different locations, ranging from leveling and adding gravel to sites to new fixtures, sinks and dividers in comfort stations, and upgrades from 30- to 50-amp service.
- Invasive plant removal, prescribed fire and habitat improvements totaling several thousand acres.
- Fish habitat improvements at several reservoirs.
Examples of site-specific improvements include:
- New road pavement projects at Harmonie State Park and Hardy Lake.
- Complete renovation of 20 rustic cabins at Turkey Run State Park and of the rentable officers homes at Fort Harrison State Park.
- New vault toilets in select locations at Monroe Lake and at O’Bannon Woods and Whitewater Memorial state parks.
- Work on trails, including new stairs, bridges and observation platforms at Clifty Falls State Park, trail structure repairs at Hardy Lake, and trail maintenance in several other locations.
- New or renovated courtesy docks at Brookville Lake, Cecil M. Harden Lake, and Spring Mill Lake at Spring Mill State Park.
- New trees planted in several locations to offset the loss of ash trees to emerald ash borer at Mounds and Lincoln state parks, and to restore open oak woodland habitats at Indiana Dunes and Prophetstown state parks.
A Fourth of July Message from the U.S. Naval Institute
A Fourth of July Message from the U.S. Naval Institute
Members and Supporters of the Naval Institute, People who go to sea forge a special bond – facing the challenges of the sea together to achieve a goal. That is one of the great strengths of the naval profession – a tradition of being solvers.…When you are hundreds of miles from shore, who else will solve the problem?  If you didn’t get it before you took in all lines, you realize soon thereafter that the crew must work together to perform its mission while simultaneously facing the perils of the sea.
As we celebrate the Fourth of July this year, let us reflect upon service, country, and our future. This has been an interesting year, to say the least.  As significant challenges are presented, the phrase “we are all in this together†becomes even more meaningful. Whether battling a global pandemic, or promoting equality and justice, we all have responsibilities to one another. This is our continuing mission and one that involves every American. Let there be no doubt – we are stronger together. So today, and every day, let’s embrace the meaning of our traditional national motto: E Pluribus Unum. We are a people predominantly made up of immigrants with very diverse racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. We are one country and, together, we are Americans – the crew of a great nation who will succeed or fail together.
As we celebrate our independence, we especially thank the men and women of our Armed Forces – at sea, ashore, and in the air – who defend us and safeguard the liberty we all enjoy.
All of us at the Naval Institute, extend our best wishes on this 4th of July, our Independence Day.
Peter H. Daly VADM USN (Ret.)
Life Member and Member since 1978
Fourth of July: A Day Of Celebration, Reflection By Wendy McNamara
For over 240 years, Americans celebrated the Fourth of July to honor one of our nation’s most historic moments, the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
While some signature events aren’t taking place at this time, many will still celebrate our nation’s independence with cookouts, fireworks and other traditions.
As Indiana continues its efforts to combat the coronavirus, Hoosiers are encouraged to follow social distancing guidelines. This is especially important when celebrating the holiday and gathering with family and friends.
To the Hoosiers working this weekend to keep our communities safe, thank you! Please remember when using fireworks to follow these safety tips.
Happy Independence Day! Â
HEALTH DEPARTMENT UPDATES STATEWIDE COVID-19 CASE COUNTS
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) today announced that 522 additional Hoosiers have been diagnosed with COVID-19 through testing at ISDH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and private laboratories. That brings to 47,432 the total number of Indiana residents known to have the novel coronavirus following corrections to the previous day’s total.
Intensive care unit and ventilator capacity remain steady. As of today, nearly 41 percent of ICU beds and 84 percent of ventilators are available.
A total of 2,494 Hoosiers are confirmed to have died from COVID-19, an increase of six over the previous day. Another 193 probable deaths have been reported based on clinical diagnoses in patients for whom no positive test is on record. Deaths are reported based on when data are received by ISDH and occurred over multiple days.
To date, 512,288 tests have been reported to ISDH, up from 504,153 on Friday.
