Come OUT and Stay in Bloomington

June 11, 2017 by Mark Bateman in Travel

Throughout the country, college and university towns have become ideal hubs for travel destinations, because they are progressive in nature: places where people come together to explore and share ideas. Welcome to Bloomington, a small town with a bold history, and where the University of Indiana (IU) is home to a long-standing LGBTQ community.

Lady Gaga Wows the World from the Super Bowl Halftime Stage

February 07, 2017 by Mark Bateman in Editorial, Freelance Writing

When Lady Gaga appeared, on the edge of glory, on the Super Bowl LI half-time stage, her glittery outfit and powerful voice hit home with fans in the stadium and throughout the world. She began with an American theme many pundits have called political commentary on the current presidential administration, and then transitioned into a stream of fan favorites including Born This Way.

Rest Easy

April 14, 2014 by Mark Bateman in Travel

We all know those iconic Vermont images like covered bridges, maple syrup and world-class skiing, but what about sophisticated resorts for primping, pampering and eating your way to complete relaxation?