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From left, Hamilton County Council President Steve Schwartz, Hamilton County Commissioner Steve Dillinger, Hamilton County Commissioner Mark Heirbrandt, Hamilton County Commissioner Christine Altman, Hamilton County Sheriff Mark Bowen, Hamilton County Council member Paul Ayers and Hamilton County Council member Jeff Hern break ground on the new jail expansion project. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

Hamilton County breaks ground on jail expansion project By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com

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Hamilton County officials detailed the new Hamilton County Jail expansion project during a ground-breaking ceremony April 10 at the site on the north side Event of the jail, 18102 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville. Phase I construction of the expansion project is scheduled to begin this month, and the $13.5 million project is expected to be complete in April 2019. The first phase will add 120 beds. Phase II, which costs just less than $4 million, will add an additional 136 beds. Hamilton County commissioners are waiting for additional funds to begin Phase II. The Hamilton County Jail originally was built in 1993 to hold 296 inmates. Jail population is now nearing 400 inmates. “I think it’s important to note that Hamilton County is not only one of the fastest-growing counties in the state, but also one of the largest counties as well with a population of over 360,000, which is expected to double in size by 2050,” Hamilton County Commissioner Mark Heirbrandt said. “I think the success we’ve had is really attributed to the collaborative

efforts we have with the mayors and all our towns here, and we work well together to make Hamilton County one of the safest counties not only in the state of Indiana, but in the United States.” In addition to the extra beds, the expansion will have an interior recreation area, a classroom and a medical support area. Dining space will be accommodated in existing space in the old jail. The new addition to the jail will have 11 cell pods with 84 cells consisting of two- and four-man cells. Hamilton County Sheriff Mark Bowen outlined how House Bill 1006, passed in January 2016, affected the jail’s population and the need for expansion. The legislation requires Level 6 felons to serve their terms in county jails rather than state prisons. Bowen said the county tried to mitigate the growth during the past 25 years, such as moving female inmates to the juvenile center. “We have done all we can do, and as the county continues to grow and expand and issues continue to rise, we have no choice but to break ground on a new building,” Bowen said. “We need to be prepared for the future.” For more, visit hamiltoncounty.in.gov.

Services for Major Gen. Ronald E. Brooks took place March 27 at Lawrence Ivy Tech’s auditorium after the funeral cortege made its way from The Garrison. Brooks was Fort Harrison’s final commanding officer and is credited for the reuse of the former army facility into a thriving civilian community. The two-star general made his home in Lawrence after his retirement. His service included full military honors and speakers for the service included Dan Wheeler from the American Legion, Major Gen. R. Martin Umbarger, U.S. Army, retired, and Bob Spanogle, a friend of the Brooks family. Brooks was buried in his home state of Tennessee. (Submitted photo)

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rence Township and Lawrence Central, is a winning combination that will undoubtedly strengthen our program and support Lawrence Central High School recently efforts to ensure the success of current announced the hiring of sports new girls varand future players.” “It is a privilege to join sity basketball the LC family and its strong coach Antoine Wynne. tradition of academic and Wynne works in the athletic excellence,” Wynne school district at Brook Park said. “I look forward to workElementary, where he serves ing with student-athletes, as the behavior mentor. building the girls basketball Prior to his new role at program and facilitating Lawrence Central, Wynne a growth mindset where was the girls varsity basketstudent-athletes understand ball coach at Arlington High that hard work pays off in School (2016-2018) and T.C. Wynne the long run if you trust the Howe High School (2013-14). process.” He also has officiating experience. Wynne is a 1984 graduate of Lawrence “We are excited to welcome coach WynCentral High School and attended Lane ne to Lawrence Central,” Lawrence Central College in Jackson, Tenn. His new posiAthletic Director Ryan Banas said. “His tion was finalized at the district’s April 16 commitment and passion for the game of board meeting. basketball, along with his love for Law-

Sexual abuse survivor to speak By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com

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dispatches Cadet Law Enforcement Academy – The Indiana Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy is accepting applications for the 2018 class. The Academy is limited to the first 50 applicants. Registration is open to students in grades 9-12. Cost is $300 and is due by June 1. For more, visit trooper.org/camps. Fortune Academy fundraiser – The Fortune Academy will hold its 16th Annual Celebration Fundraiser from 6 to 11 p.m. April 21 at 502 East Event Center in Carmel. Tickets start at $100 and include silent auction, raffles, live auction, dinner and cocktails, and live entertainment from Toy Factory. For more, visit TheFortuneAcademy.org.

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Kacy’s Krew gives back to Fair Haven Foundation

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com The sixth annual Fair Haven Art and Craft Market benefiting the Fair Haven Foundation will return from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 28 for the second philanthropy year at Cornerstone Lutheran Church, 13450 E. 116th St. The event is in memory of Kacy Trick Meyer, who died of colon cancer and spent time at Fair Haven during her treatment. “My family created this fundraiser in memory of my sister Kacy,” said Tricia TrickEckert, Lawrence resident and creator of Kacy’s Krew, which puts on the fundraiser. “Kacy stayed at one of the Fair Haven apartments when she was undergoing treatment for colon cancer.” The Fair Haven Foundation provides housing near hospitals in downtown Indianapolis for patients and families facing lifethreatening illness such as cancer, highrisk pregnancies and organ transplants. “One of the things Kacy and I talked about is, we had been talking about how to

give back to Fair Haven. It was something she felt strongly about,” Trick-Eckert said. “We didn’t get it started before she died, and I promised her I would give back to Fair Haven in her memory and in her honor, so that’s what we do, that’s why we do this, to help other families going through other life-threatening diagnoses.” The art and craft market features vendors offering handmade items and a bake sale. Admission is $1. Some vendors donate a portion of their sales to Kacy’s Krew. All Bake sale profits are donated to Kacy’s Krew. Raffle tickets will be sold for $1. The market is Kacy’s Krew’s largest fundraiser. Last year, the organization raised $30,000. Trick-Eckert said the goal is to raise at least $15,000, which funds an apartment for one year. Although it hasn’t been determined yet, Trick-Eckert said the group is working on organizing a lunch sale. For more, visit fairhavenfoundation.com or the Kacy’s Krew and the Fair Haven Art & Craft Market Facebook page.

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DAR hosts veterans breakfast news@currentnoblesville.com The Horseshoe Prairie Chapter, National Society Daughters of the recognition American Revolution, recently hosted a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast as part of the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of deployment of U.S. troops to Vietnam and the 40th anniversary of the final withdrawal of U. S. troops from Vietnam. The local DAR chapter each year recognizes “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day,” dedicated to honoring the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans who were denied a proper welcome upon returning home more than 40 years ago.

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GEIST • Fortville Pike, between East 200 North and East 300 North will be closed for a bridge replacement. Lanes along I-70 will be reduced, and the closure will last through Sept. 3. CARMEL • A culvert replacement is under way on 111th Street, west of Westfield Boulevard. The full closure is expected to last until the end of May. • Four culverts will be replaced along 121st Street, between the Boone County line and Shelborne Road. Construction was expected to begin by the end of March. The closure will roll as work progresses. • Curb work, landscaping and a trail addition was planned for April 2 to 6 along River Road, mostly in the northbound lane. Work may continue in the summer. • Construction of a roundabout at 96th Street and Hazel Dell Parkway was scheduled to begin in late March and be complete by June or July. The roads will be partially closed. • Range Line Road is restricted to one lane in both directions between Carmel and City Center drives for improvements. Construction is expected to be complete in May. • Construction on a new access ramp from Lowes Way to Keystone Parkway is under way. The project is expected to be complete in October 2019. FISHERS • 106th Street is closed to through traffic from Eller Road to Allisonville Road and from Allisonville Road to Hague Road for the 106th Street Infrastructure Project. Closures also will take place from Hague Road to the Crosspoint Boulevard/Lantern Road roundabout. The project is expected to be complete this fall. • Periodic lane restrictions will occur at 131st Street and Cumberland Road for utility relocation.

• Lane restrictions will take place along 131st Street between Allisonville Road and Lantern Road for the construction of Conner Trail, which travels from Conner Prairie to the Municipal Complex. This is projected to be complete by early fall. • Eller Road is closed to through traffic, south of White Horse Lane, for concrete work associated with the 106th Street Infrastructure Project and should reopen this fall. • Lane restrictions will be in place, as weather permits, along Allisonville Road from 126th Street to 131st Street for tree clearing to allow for a roadway-expansion project. Restrictions will be in place between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., and flaggers will be on site directing traffic as necessary. This project is expected to be complete by winter. NOBLESVILLE • Road reconstruction work began April 2 at 276th Street between U.S. 31. The road will be closed to all through traffic for 90 calendar days, tentatively opening back up to traffic on or before July 31. During the closure, local traffic should utilize the signed detour route of 266th Street and Devaney Road. Property owners will continue to have access to their properties. This project will widen the lanes and shoulders from U.S. 31 to Gwinn Road and is the second of three phases of work to take place. • Ind. 32 between Cumberland Road and Prairie Baptist Road, approximately 3 to 4 miles east of Noblesville, is closed. The closure is expected to last through May 4. • Construction of a single-lane roundabout at Strawtown Avenue and Ind. 37 in north Noblesville has begun. Ind. 37 will remain open with some changes to normal traffic patterns. Strawtown Avenue will be closed for up to 90 days. The Indiana Dept. of Transportation expects the intersection to be fully open this fall. • Effective on or after April 30, Strawtown

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Avenue between Prairie Baptist Road and Cyntheanne Road will be closed for the replacement of Bridge No. 124 over Dyers Creek in White River Township. During the closure, motorists should utilize the signed detour route consisting of Prairie Baptist Road, 226th Street and Cyntheanne Road. Strawtown Avenue is expected to reopen to traffic on August 31. WESTFIELD • Resurfacing projects are continuing throughout the city. These projects include Joliet Road, Catherine Drive, Greyhound Pass from 151st to Western Way, Greyhound Court, Spring Meadows subdivision and half of Pine Ridge and Quail Ridge subdivisions. • Towne Road reconstruction includes three new culverts, widening and vertical sight distance corrections. The project is expected to be complete by summer or fall of this year. • The Monon trail is being extended from 191st to 216th streets. • The second phase of the riparian corridor for Grand Junction Park and Plaza is under construction, and most of the work has and will be done when the water is frozen. ZIONSVILLE/WHITESTOWN • Construction was expected to begin April 16 on a new roundabout at Whitestown Parkway and Indianapolis Road. Traffic will not be allowed to travel straight through the intersection. Westbound traffic must turn south on Indianapolis Road; eastbound traffic must turn north on Indianapolis Road; southbound traffic must turn west on Whitestown Parkway; and northbound traffic must turn east on Whitestown Parkway. The first phase of the project is expected to be complete by May 12. • Construction is under way on Third Street storm sewer improvements. Calumet Civil Contractors, Inc. will replace aging and undersized storm sewers between Oak and Walnut streets. Additionally, storm sewers will be replaced on Cedar Street between Second Street just north and south of Cedar Street. The project is expected to be complete in the spring. • Construction is under way on Fourth Street storm sewer improvements between Hawthorne and Pine streets. The project is expected to be complete in the spring. Temporary closures and limitations are expected throughout the project. • C.R. 400 South/425 South is closed between C.R. 650 East and 750 East as crews work on the 300 South/400 South connector project in east Whitestown. Two lanes are under construction, although ultimately it is planned to be a four-lane divided roadway. The county has not provided an estimated completion date.

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Tea Party at the Fort will feature food and tea from local Lawrence restaurants, spread across the historic Theater at the Fort stage. (Submitted photo)

tea party at the fort Arts for Lawrence preps for annual party, spring events By Sadie Hunter • sadie@youarecurrent.com The Arts for Lawrence’s Tea Party at the Fort has expanded after Cover story a successful first year. In its second year, the event is a unique type of open house for the arts organization that operates the historic Theater at the Fort at Fort Benjamin Harrison in Lawrence. “It is a fundraising event, but we also like to refer to it as a ‘friendraising event’,” Arts for Lawrence Executive Director Judy Byron said. “We really hope to bring people in who haven’t already been to the theater to show them a little bit about what we do. It’s just a lot of fun.” With tables spread across the stage of the 200-seat theater at 8920 Otis Ave. that used to show plays and films to the servicemen stationed at the base, friends of the theater and people wanting to learn more about it will gather for a traditional tea party at noon April 25. “We actually set the party up on the stage, and we have a dress-up table so guests can kind of act the part if they want to,” Byron said. “So, we have some hats and gloves and stoles and jewelry even.” Local business supporters and neighbors of the theater are helping out with food, including Porter’s Books and Break, provid-

ing small versions of their sandwiches. More food will be provided by other popular restaurants near the fort – Lawrence Bakery, Fitzgerald’s and Heidelberg House, to name a few. Guests also will hear live music from Mr. Warren, keyboardist for Queen Delphine and The Crown Jewels. “It’s one hour for lunch, and everyone will sit down at a themed table, which is new this year,” Byron said. “We’ll do a very brief presentation to just talk about what we do, and then there are always a few door prizes as well. We’ve designed it so if you have a one-hour lunch break, you can still come and enjoy it, and if guests have the opportunity to stay longer, we offer backstage tours and things like that.”

Guests will choose from a variety of tea and food options at the event. (Stock image)

Queen Delphine and The Crown Jewels Queen Delphine and The Crown Jewels will perform at Theater at the Fort at 7:30 p.m. May 12, as the theater is transformed into a 1940s juke joint. Guests are invited to dress in juke-joint attire and wear dancing shoes. Queen Delphine will invite people

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Queen Delphine and The Crown Jewels will perform May 12. (Submitted photo) Plein Air in the Park will return adjacent to Theater at the Fort in Fort Harrison State on May 5. (Submitted photo)

Lawrence Central Jazz Band From 7 to 8 p.m. May 2, the Lawrence Central High School jazz ensemble will perform at Theater at the Fort. For tickets and more, visit artsforlawrence.org. Lawrence Central Gospel Choir Showcase On May 4, Arts for Lawrence will welcome Lawrence Central’s Gospel Choir to Theater at the Fort from 4 to 7 p.m. For tickets and more, visit artsforlawrence.org. Plein Air in the Park This event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. May 5 at Fort Benjamin Harrison Park’s Cherry Tree and Delaware Lake Shelters. Open to those 12 and older, two workshops will run simultaneously – watercolors for ages 12-18 and acrylics for ages 19 and older. For more details and registration, visit artsforlawrence.org.

on the stage to dance with her. Also performing will be Joseph Morganfield, son of Muddy Waters, and other special guests. Advance tickets are $20/general admission, $18/student and seniors and $15/military and veterans. Prices at the door are increased by $5 per ticket. For more, visit artsforlawrence.org. Fortune Academy Spring Play At 7 p.m. May 16 and 18, Fortune Academ will perform its spring play, “The Mark Twain Show,” at Theater at the Fort. Details TBA. For more, visit artsforlawrence.org. Fridays at the Fort It’s signature, annual community series, Fridays at the Fort will kick off at 6 p.m. May 25 with “Lawrence Township Night.” The event will take place on Lawrence’s Civic Plaza and will include a free outdoor concert, performing arts groups from various Lawrence Township schools, food trucks, a beer tent and a kids’ zone. For more, visit artsforlawrence.org.

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Commentary by Terry Anker With each trip planned and each itinerary booked, we can find ourselves stretched between excitement and anxiety. Even as we eagerly anticipate the chance to break away from our daily routines and find solace in an exotic locale, often unknown to us but for our imaginations, we can harbor a bit of secret apprehension. New foods, new beds, new climates, new languages – each deliver to us an unsettling dose of, well, new. We like what we have – that’s why we have it. Still, we seek something more. Perhaps it is part of our human condition. What we have is never as good as what we want – which is never as good as what we have. The paradox is most confusing. Yet, we cannot find a substitute. Even in a world of social media, virtual reality and Asian-fusion, travel is the most direct way to understand a culture and, perhaps, lower our defenses just a bit. Famed Hollywood actress Shirley MacLaine is attributed with noting that, “The more I traveled, the more I realized that fear makes strangers of people who should be friends.” Shared human experience, in Istanbul or Rio, serves best to help us find our commonality and to celebrate our difference. One travels to learn about others. But, that education does not stand alone. Very often, we learn more about ourselves. At first, one might wonder why they eat what they eat, do what they do, or live like they live. Then, in a moment of reflection, the question is turned inward. When observing them in a strange land, the questions come easily. What might the mirror say if we asked it the same? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.

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Cherish participates in local campaign Commentary by Wendy Gamble and Kelly Reif Cherish is honored to be a part of the No More Secrets no more Campaign. As Hamilton secrets County’s Child Advocacy Center, we see firsthand the brave kids and teens who come forward to share their stories of abuse. We work to provide a comfortable, child-friendly and safe environment where victims can talk to a trained professional. Last year alone, 457 kids came through Cherish’s doors and told their stories, many for the first time. This was an 18 percent increase in the number of kids we served in 2016, and a 42 percent increase since 2010. Statistics tell us that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will experience some form of abuse, almost always by someone they know. There are countless reasons why children choose not to disclose abuse. It may take a child days, months or years to disclose. Above all, believe and support the child. Stay calm and listen carefully to what the child tells you. Do not inter-

rogate or ask too many questions, but let the child know you want to listen to everything they have to say. Let them know they are loved, accepted and believed. Take any necessary steps such as getting them needed medical attention and keep them safe and away from the abuser. Also, you must immediately report the abuse to the proper authorities. Indiana law mandates that anyone who suspects that a child is being or has been abused or neglected must report it. To report abuse, call the DCS Indiana Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-800-5556. This hotline is open 24/7 and you can report anonymously. Remember that your reaction and behaviors following a child’s disclosure greatly impacts their ability to deal with their trauma. Your love and support during this time can help their recovery journey immensely. Seek the help of an experienced trauma therapist to aid in their healing. It’s also important to respond to your own feelings and responses to a child being abused. For the full column, visit currentinfishers.com

Sing with me and the lead from Europe: “It’s the fi-nal count-down!” We’re in the home stretch, people. The final countdown to summer. Six weeks or so humor until late mornings, homeworkfree nights and, God willing, warm weather become the norm. I’m not sure why I need June to get here so badly, but these last few months have been exhausting. Anyone else? For me, it’s been a slow, almost imperceptible build-up of teaching and parenting stresses combined with schizophrenic weather that has me longing for a beach and a mai tai. But I didn’t realize how tired and overwhelmed I was until spring break because like most moms, I just kept pushing forward, regardless of my own state of mind. After a short weekend in New York City with one of my twins to check out some colleges and stand in line for hours to enjoy a milkshake/cookie dough/Statue of Liberty (in order of priority), I immediately lost a fight to a nasty cold and subsequently did nothing except sneeze and mainline Netflix’s Santa Clarita Diet for 72 hours. By Thursday, I was finally able to tackle the long-neglected yard work, taxes and actually cook a nonKraft dinner, but was in bed by 8:30 almost every night. Not exactly the break I had planned, but clearly much-needed. So, as I look ahead to these last few weeks of school, I’m hoping I can make it to May 30. The sun is shining today, which is a good sign, and homework for my kiddos should subside as exams approach. At the very least, I now have a mantra: “It’s the final countdown!” Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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Now hear this Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Last week, I had my annual physical. I was sitting in the waiting room filling out a form humor Titled, “A SIMPLE TEST TO SEE IF YOU HAVE HEARING LOSS.” Here are a few questions, verbatim: “Do others complain that you watch TV with the volume too high?” My wife comes into the bedroom while I’m watching Colbert and says, “I can’t believe how loud this is.” I know she is saying that, because I can read lips. “Do you have to sit up front in church to understand the sermon?” I’m Jewish, but when I was a kid in Hebrew school, I cut class all the time. Even when my hearing was perfect, I didn’t have a clue what the rabbi was talking about. “Do you have difficulty understanding women?” The questionnaire says some loss is so gradual you don’t even know you have a problem unless someone brings it to your attention. Gee, I wonder who that would be? “Do you have trouble understanding children?” Babies? Not a word. Toddlers? Not a prob-

lem. Teenagers? Not a clue. “Do you know where sounds come from?” This is a trick, like the “tree falling in the forest” question. Here’s another: If your spouse is complaining about something and you can’t hear the griping, is there still a problem? “Can you hear people in another room?” No. That is the main reason I went into another room. “Have others mentioned that you don’t seem to hear them?” Maybe, but I was probably in another room at the time. “Do you avoid family meetings because you can’t understand the conversations?” No, I avoid family meetings because in the words of Hoosier humorist Kin Hubbard, “There is plenty of peace in a home where the family doesn’t make the mistake of trying to get together.” “Do you have ringing in your ears?” Occasionally. But I realized the noise meant there was someone at the front door.

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Bangs Labs celebrates 30 years By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Bangs Laboratories, 9025 Technology Dr. in Fishers, celebrated anniversary 30 years of operation April 1. The company manufactures uniform polymer, silica and magnetic microsphere products for diagnostic, research and flow cytometry applications. It was originally established in Dr. Leigh and Sonia Bangs’ home in 1988. Kathy Kilbride, manager of technical services and marketing, said the anniversary was celebrated internally. The laboratory was under construction at the time. “We are under an office expansion, so (we were) still under construction when the anniversary hit,” Kilbride said. “During the course of the next 12 to 18 months, we own the building next to us and are expanding onto that property with additional lab and office space.” Kilbride said the company has grown during the past three decades and Bangs still resides in the area. “It’s been 30 years for us, and it has grown from Leigh and Sonia and a family business to what is now about 30 employees,” she said. “Our facility here is about

dispatches Entrepreneurship series – Carmel Clay Public Library will host “Starting Your Business With a Franchise” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. April 30. Join speaker Bill Higgins, the local owner of Hoodz Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning. Higgins will share his journey as a franchise owner. Register at frannetmidamerica.com/events.

From left, Bangs Laboratories President Chad Own, Kathy Kilbride and founder Leigh Bangs in an instrument room in the Bangs Laboratories facility. (Submitted photo)

18,000 square feet, and the building next door has about the same footprint. We have really grown considerably.” In 2003, Bangs Laboratories was purchased by Mike Ott and joined forces with Polysciences, Inc. and became a whollyowned subsidiary of the company. Bangs Laboratories and Polysciences operate as independent companies. For more, visit bangslabs.com.

Fraud prevention seminar – Hamilton County senior citizens are invited to a free fraud prevention event from 9:30 a.m. to noon April 25 at Noblesville Nazarene Church, 1399 Greenfield Ave. The event features exhibitor booths, a screening of “$CAMMED: Investment Fraud Revealed,” a panel discussion, lunch and Q&A. RSVP by calling 317-674-8777 no later than April 20. Relocation services award given – F.C. Tucker Company was awarded the RELO® Quality Certification (RQC), a prestigious honor for exceptional relocation services. RQC measures quality and performance in the relocation industry and demonstrates F.C. Tucker’s dedication to assisting relocated employees with creating new homes in Indiana.

Merger completed – First Financial Bancorp. has completed its previously-announced merger with MainSource Financial Group, Inc. All MainSource banking centers will become First Financial centers May 29 after a temporary closure for transition. Stock of the Week – This week’s Stock of the Week is a solid biotech company that treats common and uncommon diseases. Shire Plc (SHPG) is a Dublin-based biotechnology company with a focus on drugs for people who have rare diseases. Shire has good cash flow and increasing revenue with solid dividends. Source: BottomLineInc. Shared appreciation mortgage – If you’re buying a home in an area with steady or declining home values, consider a shared appreciation mortgage (SAM). You make no payments during the time of the loan. When you sell the house, you pay back the loan, plus a portion of the increased value. If the value decreases, you pay less back to the lender. Source: BottomLineInc.

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Goodwin, Ziobro join Feinstein for Songbook reunion at Palladium By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com For Julia Goodwin and Nick Ziobro, this concert venue is a home away from home. “The Palladium is where concert I first fell in love with the Great American Songbook,” Goodwin said. “I always say it is one of my favorite venues to perform at, and I feel so at home whenever I return.” Goodwin, the 2013 Songbook Ambassador, and Nick Ziobro, 2012 Songbook Ambassador, will join Michael Feinstein in concert at 8 p.m. April 21 at The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. “The audience can expect to see the two of us returning to the place where it all began for us, celebrating the music that made us who we are,” Ziobro said. “I can’t wait to step back on stage at the Palladium with Michael. The Palladium always feels like home every time we come back to perform, and it’s really exciting to be there with Michael, where it all began with the Songbook Academy.” Feinstein is the founder of the Great American Songbook Foundation and artistic director for the Center for the Performing Arts. “Michael is an undeniably incredible talent, mentor and friend. It is always a pleasure working with him,” Goodwin said. “Nick and I have each been very fortunate to perform with Michael many times over the years. Michael has taken us under his wing to places such as Carnegie Hall, 54 Below, Jazz at Lincoln Center and more.” Ziobro said Feinstein has been an amazing mentor on those experiences, offering guidance and advice. As the duo Nick and Julia, Goodwin and Ziobro have been performing together for a little more than three years. “However, we’ve known each other since a very young age through community theater involvement,” Goodwin said. Goodwin, 19, is from Baldwinsville, N.Y., and a sophomore at Syracuse University. Ziobro, 21, is from Syracuse, N.Y., and graduated from Rider University.

Indy Film Fest set for 15th year editorial@youarecurrent.com The 15th annual Indy Film Fest will have a 10-day lineup of films from April 26 to May 5. Hundreds of film critics, film lovers and directors are expected to visit the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields to view a lineup of traditional and indie films from around the world, according to a news release. Film fans can see a schedule at indyfilmfest.org of the 140 feature-length and short films that will show. Some expected favorites are “When We Grow Up,” a film with an entirely female crew and creative team and “Film School Africa,” a documentary about a woman who leaves a Los Angeles casting director job to teach filmmaking in an impoverished South African community. The subject and the director of the documentary attended Taylor University in Upland, Ind. Both films will have their world premiere at the Indy Film Fest. Ticket packages for Indy Film Fest members start at $50 and offer year-round benefits. Register at indyfilmfest.org/ membership.

Nick Ziobro and Julia Goodwin will perform with Michael Feinstein April 21 at The Palladium. (Submitted photo)

“We’ve known each other for years because we are from the same hometown. However, we didn’t start performing as a duo until about December 2014, so a little over three years,” Ziobro said. They met performing in a “13” musical. Goodwin said she was in awe of Ziobo’s talent and they clicked immediately as friends. “I had heard of Julia before because when she was really young she was a local celebrity,” Ziobro said. “She had some viral Youtube hits, and everyone was really excited to meet her. We performed together onstage in ‘13’ in 2011. Seven

If you go When: 8 p.m. April 21. Where: The Palladium, the Center for the Performing Arts. For more: thecenterpresents.org.

years later we’re partners in crime.” Goodwin said she and Ziobro will showcase a wide variety of the Songbook songs. “We have a Carole King mashup that I’m particularly excited about,” Goodwin said. “People can expect an exciting evening, filled with music that has shaped us into the people and artists we are today. Especially with the amazing band led by Tedd Firth, it will be a show you don’t want to miss.” Ziobro said he and Goodwin always do a fun duet of the two Harold Arlen classics, “Stormy Weather” and “When The Sun Comes Out.” Goodwin and Ziobro were both on “America’s Got Talent.” “‘America’s Got Talent’ was a very cool experience,” Goodwin said. “Nick and I were on different seasons of the show, but both appreciate the exposure, friendship, and opportunities it gave us.”

Westfield — The Westfield Washington Historical Society will hold the program “Let’s throw a spider onto the fire!” from 7 to 9 p.m. April 17 at the museum, 130 Penn St. The program will educate attendees on pioneer hearthside fire cooking. Carmel — Carmel Tri Kappa will host its fourth annual bingo fundraiser at 6 p.m. April 19 at the Bridgewater Club, 3535 E. 161st St. Dinner is included and a cash bar is available. To reserve tickets, contact Lisa McMullen at lisamcmullen@mac.com. Indianapolis — The Heartland Film Festival will hold “Cultural Journey: Mexico” from April 19 to 22 to celebrate the culture and cinema and cuisine of Mexico. For more, visit heartlandfilm.org/culturaljourney/. Whitestown — The Mighty Pine will perform a concert at 8 to 11 p.m. April 20 at Moontown Brewing Company. Admission is $5.

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CCP presents ‘Ragtime’ By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com “Ragtime the Musical” is based on a 1975 novel about the early 1900s but still has relevance today. musical That’s one reason Rich Phipps is pleased the Carmel Community Players is presenting the musical. Phipps, a CCP board member, will appear in the six performances of the musical April 20 to 29 at the Ivy Tech Auditorium in Noblesville. “Even though the story is set in New York at the turn of the 20th Century, it deals with important themes that are very relevant today, such as immigration issues, racial discrimination and social justice,” Phipps said. “It has some serious subject matter and some rough language, but we hope that parents will not hesitate to bring their children and then have some important dialogue at home. I love the way the story weaves in some historical figures such as Booker T. Washington, Evelyn Nesbit, Henry Ford and others. And everyone can enjoy the magnificent musical score which won the 1998 Tony Award.” Director Doug Peet, a Carmel dentist, said the show is very topical. “The show is about racism and ethnic

Heather Hansen, Whitestown, and Rich Phipps, Carmel, perform in “Ragtime the Musical.” (Submitted photo)

prejudice, people from privilege, and it’s about three stories from each of these groups,” Peet said. “It ends with a really nice message.” Phipps, a Carmel resident, plays the father of the upper-class family in New Rochelle. This is the CCP’s first show since losing its Playhouse at Clay Terrace. Although that is disappointing, Phipps said it is a blessing for the show since it is a much bigger venue, with a larger stage. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

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The Fishers High School Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra present a side-by-side concert with the Purdue Wind Ensemble and Philharmonic Orchestra.

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“Singin’ in the Rain,” Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Indianapolis

8 p.m. April 17, 19, 20, 21, 1 p.m. April 18 and 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. April 22 (continues through May 26)

“Noises Off,” Westfield Playhouse, Westfield

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8 p.m. April 21

Former Songbook Ambassadors winners Nick Ziobro and Julia Goodwin will join mentor Michael Feinstein in a celebration of the Great American Songbook. Cost: $15-$145

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Megan Noonan appears as the lead character in “Giselle.” (Submitted photo)

“Giselle,” Basile Theatre at Historic at the 7:30 p.m. Historic Athen Westfield April 20-21 The Camel-based Ballet Theatre of Indiana presents a story of “Giselle,” a timeless story of love, heartbreak and the supernatural. Cost: $25

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“Looking Over the President’s Shoulders,” The Upperstage, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indianapolis

7:30 p.m. April 20, 21 and 2:30 p.m. April 22.

Set in New York at the turn of 20th century, the story centers on three groups in the melting pot of America,

7:30 p.m. April 20-21, 2:30 p.m. April 22

Called the funniest farce ever written, this Main Street Production presents a manic menagerie as a cast of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called “Nothing’s On.” Doors slamming, on and offstage intrigue, and an errant herring all figure in the plot of this hilarious and classically comic play.

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“Ragtime the Musical,” Ivy Tech Noblesville, Noblesville

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This production of the popular musical features audience favorites Timothy Ford and Sarah Hund, who return to reprise their roles as Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont. Cost: $44-$69 (includes buffet dinner)

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Hoosier Alonzo Fields spent two decades as chief butler at the White House, serving Presidents Hoover, Roosevelt, Truman and Eisenhower. This funny, poignant, uplifting memoir returns to the IRT by popular demand with David Alan Anderson in the lead role. Cost: Tickets start at $25

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Behind Bars: Cherry-Vanilla Old Fashioned Get it at The Pint Room, Carmel Ingredients: 1 oz. Jim Beam vanilla, 1 oz. Jim Beam Double Oaked, 2 Luxardo cherries, sugar, orange slice Directions: Muddle the fruit with the sugar and add the liquor; give the tin a gentle shake and pour into a glass.

Where’s Amy? Amy Pauszek is a photographer, film producer and scouting and casting associate for Talent Fusion Agency in Indianapolis. She can be reached at Amy@youarecurrent.com. To see more of her photos, visit currentnightandday.com.

Left, Eva Mozes Kor at the sold-out April 5 world premiere documentary of “Eva: A7063” by filmmakers Ted Green, Mika Brown and WFYI Public Media. A ‘blue carpet’ was rolled out in honor of Eva Mozes Kor, an Auschwitz survivor. Guests included Paul Skjodt, Cindy Simon-Skjodt, Tom and Arlene Grande, Scot and Dawn Pollard and Nancy Leonard along with many other community leaders and local celebrities. At age 84, after decades of pain and anger, Kor travels the world to promote that her life journey has taught hope, healing and humanity. Be sure to save the date Oct. 25 when WFYI will broadcast the documentary. For more, thestoryofeva.com. (Photos by Amy Pauszek)

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I’ll be the first to admit I didn’t understand or enjoy much of the Shakespeare assigned to me in high school. I grammar guy hope that doesn’t ruin my reputation with my fellow word nerds. On the other hand, I love how Shakespeare invented words that are still common in our modern lexicon, including wormhole, swagger and skim milk. Although word scholars now debate how many words he actually came up with, Shakespeare certainly knew a lot of words. That reminds me of a word duo that often gets mismatched and misused: a lot and allot. First, I want to get something out of the way and settled so we can get on with our lives: alot is not a word (unless you capitalize it and are referring to the town in India named Alot). The non-word “alot” often gets used instead of “a lot,” which means a large amount or large number. People mistakenly write things like “I know alot about robot movies.” In this sentence, the person should have written “a lot.” Allot is a verb that means to give out, distribute or divide. It doesn’t get used as much as its word cousin a lot, but it has its

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Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute in Venice. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Miracle of the Salute Commentary by Don Knebel

by Titian, who lived in Venice in the 16th century. Much of the art suggests Venice’s miraculous deliverance from the plague. A black dot in the center of the floor, directly below the statue of Mary standing atop the dome’s lantern, is said to radiate healing energy. Every November 21, crowds walk on a temporary bridge built over the Grand Canal from Saint Mark’s Square to the Salute, where they celebrate Mary’s protection of the city. For Venetians and visitors alike, it is one of Venice’s most important days.

One of Venice’s brightest and most uplifting buildings remembers a dark period in its history, when it took a travel miracle to save the city. In 1630, a new outbreak of the bubonic plague hit Venice. A third of its population of 140,000 was soon dead and prayers from local churches had not stopped the dying. With the survivors desperate, the Venetian Senate appealed directly to Saint Mary, promising to build a magnificent church in her honor if the wave of death subsided. It did, and the SenDon Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornate immediately initiated a competition for burg LLP. For the full column a suitable design. Baldassare Longhena, visit donknebel.com. You may a 32-year-old Venetian architect, won the contact him at news@currentzionsville.com. competition, proposing an ornate octagonal structure, topped by a CITY OF FISHERS massive dome and entered ADVISORY PLAN COMMISSION through a triumphal arch. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING According to Longhena, PRT-1802-38 the octagonal shape, never NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Fishers Advisory Plan Commission at 6:00pm, Wednesday, before used for a church, May 9, 2018 in the City of Fishers Auditorium, located on the 1st floor symbolized Mary’s virginity within Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana. and the overall look, sugREQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of a text gesting a crown, honored amendment to the Northeast Commerce Park PUD. her as Queen of Heaven. A LOCATION: The Proposal is located at Northeast Commerce Park, site was selected at the end generally located northeast of the intersection of Lantern Road and of the Grand Canal across Technology Way. The case file about this project is available for public review in the the water from Saint Mark’s Square. Before construction office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda and related information could begin, 100,000 piles will be posted on the City’s website forty-eight (48) hours in advance of were driven into the ground the meeting specified above. Written objections filed with the secretary of the Advisory Plan to support the foundation. Construction of the Basilica Commission before the hearing will be considered. If you would like your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Advisory Plan of Santa Maria della Salute Commission, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing (Saint Mary of Health) began date noted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public hearing. in 1631 and was completed Department of Planning and Zoning 50 years later. The interior City of Fishers of the basilica, commonly 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN 46038 (317) 595-3120 called Salute, contains www.fishers.in.us numerous masterpieces

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