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Bisesi leaves legacy of kindness By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

Burris said Bisesi often contributed behind the scenes. “But you always knew he was going to be Adam Bisesi just had a way about him. there,” she said. “He would help anybody, that’s “He was a person you in memory wanted to be around bewho he was. His faith was just so solid for him.” cause he always made you Bisesi was a former youth minister smile or laugh,” longtime friend Ruby at East 91st Street Christian Church. Burris said. “His smile was infectious. Lawrence Township resident Leah To not smile around him would be imShattuck grew up in youth groups at possible. I never remember him being East 91st Street Christian Church with angry or upset. He went out of his way Bisesi. to make everyone feel important.” “We went on mission trips together,” Bisesi, 35, died April 2 when he was Shattuck said. “I got to know him really struck and killed by a dump truck on Bisesi well as a pre-teen and teenager. No the Ind. 31 northbound exit ramp to one is lying when they say he was the 146th Street and 151st Street. Carmel nicest person we ever met because it’s quite Police Dept.’s accident investigation said it true.” appeared Bisesi intentionally walked out into Shattuck said she was talking with her traffic. youth group friends and they all had the same Burris knew Bisesi since the second grade things to say about Bisesi. in Westfield. “He had a heart of gold,” Shattuck said. Both were 2002 Westfield High School grad“I wasn’t this lucky but my girlfriends were uates. They kept in touch through the years. because if they couldn’t find a date, he would Bisesi, an Indianapolis resident, was a take the girls to dances. He made sure no one seventh-grade language arts teacher at Mt. felt left out.” Vernon Middle School. He was in his fifth year Shattuck said Bisesi made sure everyone’s at the school. voice was heard before he offered his view. “The Mt. Vernon community, surrounding Burris said the visitation was moving. schools, churches and other organizations “There will be people that waited 2 1/2 hours have rallied with overwhelming support for to see his family,” she said. “It was unbelievable our students and teachers during this difficult time,” Mt. Vernon Middle School Principal Benja- all the people he touched throughout his life.” Bisesi is survived by his mother, Kristi, and min Williams said. “Mr. Bisesi is greatly missed. stepfather Tom Ebbinghaus, and sisters Abby He had a unique talent and ability in connect(Eric) Breece, Brianna (Jarrod) Houghland and ing with students, plus motivating students to Caitlin Ebbinghaus. He was preceded in death develop a love for reading. He was a wonderful by his father, Terry Bisesi. colleague, teammate and friend to us.”

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The Lawrence Police Dept. will be showcased for television viewers across Amerpolice ica when it is featured on the A&E Network series “Live PD.” The series showcases policing in America by following different departments around the nation and videoing them in real-time as the officers patrol their communities. The show began following LPD April 19 and will continue to do so through the summer. Hofmann The crews will ride with different officers and also do pre-taped segments on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week.

In addition to LPD, “Live PD” is following Richland County Sheriff’s Dept., the Warwick Police Dept., the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, the Salinas Police Dept., the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. “Our officers are looking forward to join their colleagues from around the country on ‘Live PD,’ documenting the activities of law enforcement agencies, along with the ‘how,’ and ‘why’ police agencies and officers perform their duties,” LPD Chief David Hofmann stated. “‘Live PD’ offers viewers a unique insight into what occurs in every community on a daily and nightly basis.” “Live PD” airs on the A&E Network from 9 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday nights.

dispatches Park volunteer honored – The DNR Division of State Parks recently honored volunteers and employees for their commitment to conservation in 2018. An outstanding volunteer award went to Gerald Thomas, who has volunteered at Fort Harrison State Park for more than 10 years. He walks trails, picks up litter and photographs the park for staff. Veterans Hall of Fame – The Indiana Military Veterans Hall of Fame seeking nominations for its sixth class of veteran honorees. The non-profit organization honors Hoosier veterans for service during and after active duty. Up to 15 veterans will be honored for military service achievements and/or community contributions. The criteria and nomination packet are at imvhof.com/nominate. Nominations will be accepted through Aug. 1. Arts for Lawrence brick campaign – Residents can support local arts by purchasing a brick for $100. The brick will be placed in Arts for Lawrence’s new Cultural Campus. Those who purchase the brick will receive three lines of text for commemoration and a miniature replica keepsake brick. To purchase a brick, call Arts for Lawrence at 317-875-1900. Lawrence receives roads grant – The City of Lawrence recently received $1 million in Community Crossings grant funds from the State of Indiana and the Indiana Dept. of Transportation. The money will go toward paving projects throughout the city. This year’s paving projects will include Sunnyside Road from 56th to 75th streets, Lee Road from 56th Street to Fall Creek Road, Oaklandon Road from Verdin Road to 75th Street and 75th Street from Sunnyside to Oaklandon roads. Projects will begin in the next few months. Geist resident named Director of Information Security – Geist resident Patrick Glover was recently named as director of information security for Secretary of State Connie Lawson’s office. Glover joined the Secretary of State’s office in 2015. He began his career with the office as a systems analyst and quickly advanced to deputy director of information technology, prior to his appointment as director of information security. MSDLT hiring school bus drivers – The Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township is currently hiring school bus drivers. MSDLT offers paid training, a flexible schedule and more than $20 per hour. Additionally, MSDLT is looking to hire one school bus mechanic. Experience in diesel engines is preferred. Parties interested in either position can apply online at ltschools.org or call 317-423-8400.

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dispatches Lawrence Exchange Club – For those looking to get involved in the Lawrence and Geist community and hoping to give back, join the Lawrence Exchange Club. The club meets from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. the second and fourth Monday of the month at the VFW, 10550 Pendleton Pike. The group’s national focus is prevention of child abuse, recognizing servicemen and woman and community service. Send us your stories – Current Publishing is now accepting photos or story ideas to run in the community section. Photos from kid events, athletic games and more are all welcome. Story ideas on new businesses, features, school news and more are accepted. All photos must include the names of anyone photographed. Please send them to anna@ youarecurrent.com. Kiwanis of Geist meetings – Those looking to make a difference for the kids in the Geist area are encouraged to attend a Kiwanis at Geist meeting. The meetings are at 7:45 a.m. the first Thursday of the month at the Indianapolis Yacht Club, 12900 Fall Creek Rd., McCordsville.

Native plant rescue – The Indiana Native Plant Society is urging companies to contact the group if they are redeveloping properties that include vegetation. INPS volunteers dig up the plants, pot them and relocate them – mostly through an annual sale, which will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 11 at Park Tudor School in Indianapolis. The sale is open to the public. Visit the INPS Plant Sale at indiananativeplants. org for details. Quilt Guild schedules sale – The Mudsock Quilt Guild will host its annual sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 4 at Fishers United Methodist Church, 9691 E. 116th St. There will be a large selection of things for the quilter, sew-ist, knitters and crafters. There also will be fabrics of many types and colors, yarn, books, patterns, magazines, notions and more. Fishers-based Netfor, Inc. hires Jason Belt – Netfor, Inc., a provider of businesscustomer and technology-user managed workplace support services based in Fishers, welcomes Jason Belt as vice president of business and service development. Belt lives in Russiaville.

HSHC fundraiser returns By Sadie Hunter • sadie@youarecurrent.com Anyone who has attended the Humane Society for Hamilton County’s Wine, Wags & Whiskers event knows it isn’t a traditional fundraiser. Now in its 11th year, organizers are moving the May 11 event to Noblesville’s new Embassy Suites conference center for more space. Also new this year is a slight change of how the evening will run – with all winetasting festivities in the same room – but all the hits from past years can be expected, including hors d’oeuvres, sweet treats from Taylor’s Bakery, a silent auction with more than 100 items, jewelry from Hupp Jewelers and adoptable animals. For musical entertainment, the HSHC will welcome jazz harpist Jan Aldridge-Clark. The event raises awareness for HSHC’s Survivor Program, in addition to the shelter’s daily operation. The Survivor Program annually funds lifesaving medical care for thousands of animals. “This event is great for the wine connoisseur, a business looking to entertain special customers or reward employees with an amazing experience, or for animal lovers

Rebecca Stevens, president and CEO of the Humane Society for Hamilton County, at a past Wine, Wags & Whiskers event. (File photo)

just looking to have a great time for an even better cause,” said Rebecca Stevens, president and CEO of HSHC. “All net proceeds from the event will have an immediate and direct impact on our ability to give over 3,100 animals who will pass through our doors this year the chance to live, love and be loved.” Tickets to Wine, Wags & Whiskers are $85 in advance and $95 at the door. A Mother’s Day package also is available for $200 and includes admission for two, two complimentary bottles of wine and a rose corsage. Attendees must be 21 or older. For more or to purchase tickets in advance, visit winewagsandwhiskers.com.

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County, city officials talk roads By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Jeremy Kashman joked when his kids asked him what he construction did for a living one day. “I kind of mess with people’s lives every day,” said Kashman, Carmel director of engineering. “I say that jokingly but take that very seriously. We make decisions that impact your daily commute and impact taking your kids to school and soccer. It’s always great to hear someone say, ‘Ever since you put that roundabout in my city, it took 10 minutes off my commute.’ These projects we’re doing have a positive impact on a daily basis on people’s lives.” Kashman, Hamilton County Commissioner Mark Heirbrandt and Fishers Director of Engineering Jason Taylor updated the OneZone luncheon audience on road construction April 17 at 502 East Event Centre in Carmel. Heirbrandt said the ribbon cutting on the first phase is set for June on the Lowes Way “flyover” road, which will allow motorists who drive 146th Street to head south on Keystone. “It’s one of the popular projects when we go to talk around the county,” Heirbrandt said. “When I went to a chamber meeting and announced it was one of the projects we were working on, that’s the only project people stood up and gave a standing ovation for it.” Heirbrandt said the project is going to relieve a lot of traffic and congestion. He said the second phase will be a connection for people who want to drive east or west between Range Line Road, Keystone Parkway and Lowes Way. That will keep people from cutting through Clay Terrace, Heirbrandt said. Heirbrandt gave an update on Ind. 37, which is a partnership between Hamilton County, Noblesville, Fishers and the state. “We were seeing people were not taking State Road 37. They were taking Allisonville Road and we were seeing a lot of deterioration on some of the other side streets because of all the congestion,” he said. Heirbrandt said officials sought to have input on the project. “We heard a lot of citizens say they did not get a lot of input on U.S. 31 (construction) and didn’t listen to the businesses,” Heirbrandt said. “We wanted to protect those businesses that are along that (Ind. 37) corridor. We wanted control over this particular project, not the state.” Heirbrandt said an Indiana Dept. of Trans-

life is short From left, Hamilton County Commissioner Mark Heirbrandt, Carmel Director of Engineering Jeremy Kashman and Fishers Director of Engineering Jason Taylor discus road projects. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)

portation representative said in a meeting that included then-Gov. Mike Pence that INDOT has a certain way of doing it and the city couldn’t have control. Heirbrandt began asking the INDOT representative when trucks were delivered to two auto dealerships. “He said he didn’t know and where was I going with this,” Heirbrandt said. “I said we know when they come and we want to work with those people during the construction. We had 60-plus meetings with homeowners associations, businesses along the corridor. We invested in $250,000 from the county along with $250,000 from the City of Fishers to do a marketing campaign to make sure we advertise and we make it easier for people to get to those businesses.” Heirbrandt said they are working on Allisonville Road and the 146th Street interchange project. “It’s going to be a pain with all the construction projects,” Heirbrandt said. “When this gets done, it’s going to transform that whole side of Hamilton County.” Kashman gave an update on the Monon Boulevard project. “We are building a one-way roadway network on either side of the Monon and placing separate facilities along the Monon for bikes and pets,” Kashman said. “We are putting focus on walkable blocks and then within each block, create some placemaking within the right-of-way for you to bring family and friends to enjoy.” Kashman also addressed Range Line Road construction. “We are taking our old five-lane section and turning it into a road on either side with landscaping and really trying to bring out the walkability and bike friendliness of the city,” Kashman said. “We often get questions on why we are focused on bikes, directly adjacent to the Monon Trail. But if you’ve been on the Monon Trail lately, it’s getting pretty crowded. I’ve actually heard comments from people that don’t ride it because it’s too busy.”

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parking lot. Motorists will still be able to GEIST access Municipal Drive from Lantern • The Indiana Dept. of Transportation Road. The closure is expected to is installing new flashers at Ind. 234 last two weeks. and Fortville Pike. The intersection • Temporary lane restrictions is already equipped with a fourare in effect between 9 a.m. and way stop and flashing red lights 3 p.m. near and at the interon top of the stop signs. The section of 136th Street and new flashers also signaling Road. Restricthe four-way stop will be CONSTRUCTION Cyntheanne tions are due to utility work installed above the middle for roundabout construction. of the intersection. Construc• Periodic lane restrictions will be in tion should be complete by late spring. effect on 96th Street between Lantern Road No closures are expected. and Cumberland Road through March. These • Indianapolis Dept. of Public Works is restrictions will be short term in order currently on Phase II of the 82nd Street to drop trees for the road-widening projWidening and Improvement Project. Phase ect. Flaggers will be in place to help direct II stretches from Lantern Road to Fall Creek traffic. Road. Lane closures may occur. The project • Southbound and northbound traffic on includes resurfacing, addition and repair Allisonville Road is now on newly constructto sidewalks and curbs, new travel lanes, ed pavement. This will remain the traffic access ramps, drainage repairs and bridge reconfiguration as construction continues maintenance. Phase II construction began into spring 2019. The speed limit is 30 mph. in the spring and should be complete by fall • Construction work has begun on Ind. 37. 2019. Construction vehicles will use the construcFISHERS tion entrance on Lantern Road between • Beginning later this week, the north126th and 131st streets, which may cause west side of Municipal Drive will be closed short delays. There currently are no schedfor storm sewer work for the new Flexware uled lane restrictions. Innovation and Fishers Ellipse buildings. The CARMEL closure will take place on the north side of • Range Line Road has reopened to northMunicipal Drive from the Nickel Plate Disbound traffic but remains closed southtrict Amphitheater west to the fire station

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bound between Eighth Street to just south of Clay Terrace for a drainage and stormwater project. Work is expected to be complete by May 3. • Lane restrictions are under way near Keystone Parkway and 96th Street, where a new roundabout interchange is being built. Construction is expected to last through the year. • Construction on a new access ramp from Lowes Way to Keystone Parkway is ongoing and expected to be complete by June. NOBLESVILLE • The intersection of Greenfield Avenue and Howe Road is closed to all traffic while crews build a roundabout. The closure began April 22 and is expected to last seven weeks. During the closure, drivers should utilize a detour via Promise Road, 146th Street and Cumberland Road. • Work is ongoing on the Logan Street Pedestrian Bridge Project in downtown Noblesville. The northbound lane of Ind. 19 between Ind. 32 and Logan Street will be closed the duration of the project, through September. The detour consists of taking Ind. 32 westward, turning northbound onto Ind. 38, then eastbound on Logan Street and northbound on Ind. 19 to avoid the closure. On Logan Street, the designated westbound right turn lane on the bridge will become a combined straight and right-

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turn lane. The eastbound straight lane will be shifted north, and the south side of the bridge will be under construction. The Riverwalk near this area also is closed. WESTFIELD • A section of 193rd Street is closed for the installation of a new storm water culvert between Six Points Road and 191st Street, and the Spring Mill Road intersection will be closed until June 14. • A section of Shelborne Road will be closed to thru traffic for road reconstruction between 146th Street and 151st Street. It will remain closed until Oct. 21. • Effective on or after April 15, Shelborne Road between 146th Street and 151st Street, and between 146th Street and 141st Street will be closed for road reconstruction. The road will be closed to all through traffic, tentatively opening on or before Oct. 21. During the closure, traffic should utilize the signed detour route. Property owners will continue to have access to their properties through the construction area. This closure is part of the improvements to 146th Street, which will widen the roadway to four lanes of traffic from Towne Road to Shelborne Road. • If you see a pothole, let Westfield crews know by reporting it online at weconnect. westfield.in.gov and visiting the Reporting It tab.

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When Geist resident Adrian Sanders was rushed to the hospital family with a brain bleed, it was learned that not only would Sanders need brain surgery but also was suffering kidney failure. “They suspect now that he had been living with kidney failure and the pressure from all the fluid buildup in his body had caused the bleed in his brain,” his wife Brittney Sanders said. “When I finally got to see Adrian, he was lying unconscious in the bed hooked to machines. They told me they didn’t know what would happen but that if/when he woke up, he would need brain surgery and dialysis very soon.” Brittney said Adrian started dialysis but she asked about a kidney transplant and learned the wait could be very long. However, Brittney volunteered to be tested. “I was very shocked. We both were as well as our families,” Brittney said. “The transplant doctors told us that it was not likely I was a match and urged us to look at his family members. They encouraged me to still be tested but said that family members are the best options for a match. They explained that it was more than just blood type but about if our cells

were compatible. It was a very surreal feeling when we got the call to say I was a perfect match.” Adrian, 38, received the kidney from Brittney, 40, in January 2017 at St. Vincent Indianapolis. It was exactly one year after he was rushed to the emergency room. “I can never say enough great things about the transplant team. The amount of education, guidance and support they gave us was unreal. I had my own team, even though I felt like I wasn’t the sick one, he was,” said Brittney, who actively supports promoting awareness about the living donor program. April is National Donate Life Month. “I never in a hundred years thought she would be a match, of all people,” Adrian said. “She was very selfless in going in to see if she was a match, and I feel it was a miracle that she did match. Just shows she truly is perfect for me.” The couple has two daughters, 13 and 3 years old. Brittney said they had to rely on family and friends to help while they both recovered following the surgery. “But to know that I have given him something so special, which is a better life for himself and our family, means the world. When we took our wedding vows, I said, ‘Through sickness and in health and for better or for worse,’ and my actions shows that I meant that,” Brittney said.

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Young wants to work in the fashion industry as a stylist and creative director for a fashion magazine. Young said she was pleasantly surprised Faith Young, who enrolled at Purdue Unito receive the academic honor. versity in June accomplishment 2018, has already “While freshman year is always supposed to be really crazy, I’ve been having a little bit earned recogniof a hard time, so seeing that somebody was tion for academic excellence. recognizing me for something made Young is one of 150 students who me feel a little bit better and helped were honored at the 44th Annual give me some more positivity to get Academic and Service Awards Prothrough the rest of the year,” she gram, hosted April 13 by the Purdue said. Black Caucus of Faculty and Staff. David Rollock, a Purdue professor The program recognizes stellar acaand member of the BCFS Publicity demic accomplishments, leadership Subcommittee, said the awards proendeavors and community service gram is a culmination of volunteer activities. Young efforts from various departments at Students who meet academic criPurdue and celebrates more than academics. teria receive gifts and certificates, and those “Just as we celebrate our students’ acawith the highest GPA receive a cash prize. demic and service accomplishments, we Young has a 4.0 GPA. also expect that our honorees have and will An Arizona native and Fishers resident, continue to contribute their unique and speYoung is pursuing a degree in marketing and cial pathways to the richness of the Purdue retail management with a minor in French. experience for others and their wider comShe said she selected Purdue because of its munities,” he said. minority students in business program.

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ton County courts have ruled against Save ing options for an appeal to the court’s the Nickel Plate. However, I’m confident ruling. that the citizens of Hamilton County are “I want to express deep disappointkeen enough to see beyond a court’s rulment with (the) ruling by Hamilton On April 18, the Hamilton County ing to understand the lack of integrity and County Superior Court No. 5 Judge Superior Court issued an city order granting the City public involvement in the city’s process of David K. Najjar. By ruling that STNP casting a new vision for the corridor,” Day must pay City of Fishers’ attorney’s of Fishers’ Motion for stated in an email to Current in Fishers. fees and court costs, Judge Najjar Judgment on the Pleadings and “Fadness has no room to talk about costsets a dangerous precedent that Awarding the City Attorneys’ Fees ing taxpayers’ money when he gives away undermines STNP’s First Amendand Costs against Save the Nickel unnecessary tax incentives like the 10-year ment right ‘to petition the governPlate, Inc., for its filing of a lawsuit tax abatement and waiver of impact fees ment for a redress of grievances.’ against the City of Fishers Board Fadness totaling nearly $1.5M recently offered to This ruling sends a chilling mesof Public Works & Safety due to its Crew Car Wash. An email circulated sage,” Mendenhall stated in litigation in “bad faith.” by the company in early February an email to Current in FishSave the Nickel Plate was formed stated, ‘Crew is not asking for any ers. “If one exercises the after The Hoosier Heritage Port tax incentives or money from the right of Free Speech and Authority – the owner of the Nickel city.’” questions or challenges Plate corridor – announced in FebIn a press release, the City of government policy, there ruary 2017 its plan to remove the Fishers stated, “The people of Fishwill be court-sanctioned railway along a 9.2-mile stretch ers have voiced strong support for financial retribution. The from 96th Street in Fishers through Day Mendenhall the Nickel Plate Trail and the City threat would be enough Noblesville to build a pedestrian will continue toward groundbreakto scare any citizen or trail. The City of Fishers, City of Noblesville ing this fall.” public benefit corporation from making a and Hamilton County have since created good-faith effort to bring transparency and plans to build a trail along the corridor. openness to major public policy decisions. Save the Nickel Plate has filed several It would likewise discourage attorneys claims and lawsuits, multiple public access from providing legal counsel. This is not complaints, a Dept. of Local Government a stance any responsible government or and Finance hearing petition, three lawelected official should take against its own suits in Indiana courts and appeals with citizens. The organization stands behind its the Federal Surface Transportation Board, claims against Fishers.” all of which were dismissed. STNP past president Logan Day, who is The latest ruling from the Hamilton Counrunning for mayor for the City of Fishers, ty Superior Court states: “This court finds countered the court’s ruling by saying the that (Save the Nickel Plate) brought and city and Mayor Scott Fadness have no right continued to litigate frivolous and groundto be concerned about spending taxpayless claims… Accordingly, the Court finds ers’ money when the city council recently an award of attorneys’ fees and costs to approved tax incentives for Crew Carwash, the taxpayers of the City of Fishers is warwhich recently announced it would bring ranted under these unique circumstances.” its headquarters to Fishers. President of Save the Nickel Plate Tyler “It’s unfortunate to hear that the HamilMendenhall said the organization is explor-

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Plans for establishing a conservancy district for Geist Reservoir has raised concerns among residents, lake visitors, fishermen and boaters. But attorney Matt Troyer said there are plenty of misconceptions with the proposal. Troyer, who is drafting the conservancy district petition, said the conservancy district, if approved, would be one of 96 others in the state of Indiana. It would grant a volunteer board of conservancy district residents, chosen through an election process, the authority to establish taxes and fees in order to raise funds to create a clean-up initiative for the lake. In order to move the proposal’s process along, the Indiana General Assembly needed to pass a bill creating an agreement between Citizens Energy, the reservoir’s owner, and the conservancy district. However, the bill did not move forward after the April 24 final legislative session. Because the bill was voted down, Troyer is unsure of next steps. Although the bill was denied, a conservancy district can still be established but without the recreational taxes originally proposed. The proposal must then pass through the Hamilton County Courts and then the Natural Resources Commission makes the determination to establish the conservancy district. If established, the conservancy district board previously announced plans to establish a $150 annual tax per motorized watercraft for residents within the district and a $250 annual tax per motorized watercraft for residents who live outside

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of the district. It also plans to raise property taxes for residents living in the nine areas outlined in the Geist Conservancy District. However, Geist Lake Coalition President Brian Hall said there is a misconception of when the taxes would go into effect. Geist Marina Limited posted on its Facebook page on April 9 that the taxes would go into effect July 1. Hall said that’s not true. “It takes 12 to 24 months to form (the conservancy district) and another year after that before you see it on your property tax bill,” Hall said. If the agreement between Citizens Energy and the conservancy district had gone into effect July 1, it would’ve launched the lengthy application process in which the conservancy district must pass through the circuit courts and the Natural Resources Commission. Then, if the Geist Conservancy District is established, Hamilton County Commissioners would appoint the first board for the conservancy district. Board members would have to go through an election process and must live within the district. The Geist Conservancy District has a proposed budget of $2 million to clean up the lake through various methods, such as dredging or shoreline remediation. Although members involved with the opposition also want a clean lake, they’re not sure if a conservancy district is the best way to proceed. Boaters and anglers are concerned about being taxed to operate a motorized watercraft on Geist Reservoir in addition to paying launch fees. “I fished this lake when I was 6 years old for the first time and caught my first bass,” recreational angler Greg Evans said. “That was my fun. It kept me out of drugs, kept me out of alcohol. I want to be able to share that with children, with

The proposed Geist Conservancy District expects to have a $2 million budget for a clean-up initiative for Geist Reservoir. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

the new generations, to give them the excitement.” Others are concerned about the conservancy district having the power of eminent domain, though Troyer said the district has no plans to initiate it. “The CD has no current plans to use eminent domain in any way, shape or form, but it’s hard to figure out when you set up a government agency what you might need it for,” Troyer said. Troyer and Hall said eminent domain would enable the conservancy district to obtain small parcels of land to establish

catch basins or create a transfer station for dredging. Indianapolis Yacht Club Commodore Lori Stadick said the IYC has given more than $30,000 to the Geist Lake Coalition, and that the IYC wants a clean lake but doesn’t support the proposed conservancy district as it currently stands. “It is way too open-ended. The eminent domain is at the top of the list, then no property tax,” she said. “That is scary for us. That can put us out of business if we can’t afford to pay (the tax),” Stadick said.

Geist Lake Coalition said fish kill wasn’t due to weed spray When they heard about the proposed Geist Conservancy District, several people who fish Geist raised concerns about the use of copper sulfate to eradicate weeds in the reservoir, and they believe it contributed to a recent fish kill. “It’s my thought that this abundance of spraying and decay has led to what this fish kill was. The fish get stressed, and when the fish gets stressed, there’s umpteen bacteria already in water that can attach to these fish and kill them,” angler Josh McDermott said. Geist Lake Coalition President Brian

Hall disputes the claim. He said fish kills are natural and occur each spring. This spring’s fish kill, Hall said, was actually less dramatic than in past years. The copper sulfate used to treat the weeds is used on approximately 30 percent of the lake. “It’s used for algae. (Copper sulfate) is used in fish farms to decrease the fungus on fish,” Hall said. “Algae removes oxygen from the water, and when you remove oxygen from the water, the fish starve for oxygen.”

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“I am the valedictorian of my senior class at Indiana School for the Deaf with a 4.0 G.P.A. I also attended the Hamilton Southeastern Franco Bippus, a Fishers resident who is a Schools full time when I was in fifth and sixth senior at the Indiana School for grade,” he stated. “From seventh grade thru award the Deaf, was one of five Marion the junior year, I was a part-time student there. County senior high school boys This year, I decided to be a full-time student at ISD.” basketball players who received a DownBippus has lofty post-high school goals. town Indianapolis Kiwanis Boys Basketball “I will be attending Gallaudet UniAcademic All-Star Scholarship. The versity which is the only deaf univeraward, announced March 22, honors sity in the world,” Bippus said. “I will five senior boys who have earned be studying law with aspirations of the highest academic achievement being a civil rights lawyer for the deaf based on a combination of grade community.” point average, SAT/ACT scores and Bippus received a $1,000 scholarclass rank. ship that recognizes the importance Bippus, who ranks No. 1 in his Bippus of academic excellence in athletics. class, has played basketball most His parents are proud of his academic and of his life. athletic achievements. “I have been playing basketball since kin“Since he was a young kid, he has enjoyed dergarten at the YMCA. I love the fast-paced reading, discussing and talking about anything thrill of basketball and making plays to set to satisfy his appetite for learning,” his father, my teammates up to score,” he wrote in an Brian Bippus, wrote in an email to Current. “We email to Current. Bippus balances his love of basketball with knew his academic aptitude will be outstanding when he gets older.” the demands of school work.

Ensembles win championships By Jessica Hoover news@currentinfishers.com The Fishers High School Concert A Percussion ensemble accomplishment and Concert World Percussion ensemble won their respective Indiana Percussion Association State Championships at Ben Davis High School March 30. Concert World also went on to win the April 10-13 WGI Percussion World Championships in Dayton, Ohio for the second consecutive year. Concert A has 24 students from eighth through 10th grades, and Concert World has 24 students from ninth through 12th grades. Director of athletic bands at Fishers High School Chad Kohler, who oversees the percussion and color guard program, said the ensembles had been practicing since November 2018 for the state and world championships. The ensembles practiced once a week after school, and the Concert World ensemble also met for 50 minutes each day. Concert A’s performance for the state championship was “Centrifugal.” It featured a song called “First Circle” and an original piece called “Centrifugal.” Concert World’s performance for the state

The Fishers High School Percussion Ensemble recently won a state championship. (Submitted photo)

and world championship was called “Skin and Bones” and utilized an instrument that the students built themselves, called a Ugandan amadinda. “The amadinda is an African xylophone, which is an instrument where players play on both sides of the instrument,” Kohler said. “When you play on these instruments, it sounds like you are playing on bones. Different cultures use whatever they have, so they might play on gourds or play on skulls. The premise behind the show was that we are all skin and bones, but as one, we are all one team and one family.” Kohler said that judges described Concert World’s performance as “seamless” and that it “took them on an emotional journey.” One judge awarded Concert World a perfect score.

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Commentary by Terry Anker Spring brings longer, and happily, warmer days. The flowers push forth from winter’s slumber, stretching toward the sun. It is time to shake off the sleepy gray days and refresh for another season. But with many joys come requisite tasks. It is time to freshen the mulch, packed by snow. It is time to clean the gutters, clogged with the last remnant of autumn leaves. It is time to shed those extra pounds. It is time to become our summer selves. To children, the changing season brings anticipation of release from the confines of required school hours. But that hopefulness is tempered by the looming reality of final exams. For older kids, thoughts turn to summer jobs and full wallets. To be sure, they must pass the nervous excitement of proms and graduation. Seasons change with painful bliss – the oxymoron of hopeful dread – reminding us of the duality of our nature. We must overcome those things we avoid to achieve those things we desire. For we adult citizens, the spring carries the cries and conflicts of our election process. Candidates vie for our attention. Do we value experience and tenure or seek change? Mostly, are we tired of the bickering? Primary Election Day is May 7. It matters who will lead. And, it matters that democracy is only ruled by majority if we fulfill our duty to cast a ballot. Are we happy with the condition and direction of our community? Do we want change? The season is here and mustn’t be ignored. Maintenance is simple. Repair is costly. Please, take the time to vote. Absence makes no statement but disregard. Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.

Mistaken lab-dentity Commentary by Danielle Wilson Suburb shenanigans continue, my friends. Fast on the heels of our latest raccoon debacle, I have another tale of animal antics to share. Enjoy! I was the last one up a few humor nights ago, which in and of itself was unusual. Doo was already in bed, and the kids were in their rooms. After I turned off the lights, I went to call our black lab Libby in. She was in the yard playing with a neighbor dog, Declan, also a black lab. I chatted with his owner for a bit, and then after getting Libby inside, headed upstairs. While I was brushing my teeth, my youngest stormed into the bathroom: “Mom, someone’s been knocking on the door for 10 minutes. Didn’t you hear it?” No, I had not, and because Doo has hearing loss and was deep into an audio book with ear buds, he had not, either. So, I threw on some pants and went back

downstairs. Libby was jumping at the window, responding to Declan, who was peering in. My neighbor was on the front stoop. “Hi. I’m sorry. Did you need something?” I asked. “Yeah. You have our dog. This is Libby!” Oops. I had accidently brought the wrong pet into the house, and the neighbor had realized just a hair too late. I do remember thinking to myself that it was weird that Declan also had a purple collar, but that was the extent of my observational awareness. Doo and the kids say this epic fail is proof that I hate Libby, but I disagree. It was dark, they’re both black labs, and I’m not usually up that late. Peace out.

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Editor, I would like to bring attention to and congratulate our Fishers City Council on passing a new law; an amendment to our Unified Development Ordinance (Ordinance No. 021819E), which will protect our residents against faulty construction and maintenance of HOA “common area” by a residential housing developer, before this common area and responsibility is turned over to the homeowners’ HOA. Many of our new neighborhoods are built with a common area for the enjoyment of the homeowners. But until now, the housing developer had little accountability for the quality of these common areas and could force the homeowners to take responsibility for this property once the developer had completed their housing build-out. This made no sense. No homeowner would “close” on a new house without a third-party inspection, so why did we not require an inspection of the common areas that were also part of the homeowners’ responsibilities? With this new law, the common areas must be inspected by a qualified third party and approved/corrected before the developer will be allowed to transfer ownership of the property. Steve Wohrle, Fishers For the full letter, visit currentinfishers. com

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While writing a recent essay, I saw the perfect spot for a wisecrack from “Everybody Loves Raymond.” I broke out in a sweat. A single stolen joke would cause me to fall off the wagon. One newspaper, in order to safeguard its reputation and to assure themselves that I was not “using,” administered a test to assess any potential reliance I might have on other humorists’ material. I filled out an extensive survey with tough multiple-choice questions, including this famous Henny Youngman line: Take my wife... A. As an example B. To the grocery store C. Please D. Out of Nordstrom The newspaper also sent a few of my columns to a humor clinic in Washington, D.C. to be analyzed. I tested completely negative: not stolen, not plagiarized. And sadly, not very funny.

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• Be aware of the signs of depression, such as crying, loneliness and changes in sleeping or eating habits. Talk to your doctor if you notice signs. Spread the responsibility • You can quickly burn out if you try to do everything yourself. Reach out for help when you can, and consider the following tips: • Develop a schedule that spreads the caregiving or household chores among other family members and friends. For example, ask older children to help feed a disabled or ill relative. This helps you, and it helps children build empathy and a sense of responsibility. • Take the time to pinpoint those aspects of caregiving that seem the most difficult and demanding. You may find that you could use extra help with shopping, meal preparation, cleaning or driving, for example. Then, look into local programs, such as home care and other services that can help with any or all of these tasks. Jill Dodson is an oncology social worker at IU Health North Hospital. You can reach her at 317-688-5155.

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HSE thespian troupe stages season-ending play By Rick Morwick rick@youarecurrent.com Ethan Mathias regards Thespian Troupe 520 as something more than an extension of Hamilton Southeastern theater High School’s Drama Club. “Our productions feature veteran actors and crew members,” said Mathias, a Theatre Arts/English teacher at HSE. “When trying to explain the difference between Drama Club and Thespian Society, I often refer to thespians as ‘varsity drama,’ in that they operate on a condensed production schedule, performing on a higher level due to their past experiences and seasoned skills.” Thespian Troupe 520, HSE’s branch of the International Thespian Society, will put its collective skills on display with next month’s presentation of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” in the school’s Little Theatre. Performances are May 2, 3 and 4 at 7 p.m. One of three plays presented each school year, “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” concludes HSE’s theater season. Based on a 2003 mystery novel by British writer Mark Haddon, the stage adaptation by English playwright Simon Stephens tells the story of Christopher John Frances Boone, a 15-year-old on the autism spectrum who sets out to solve the mystery of who killed his neighbor’s dog. During an adventure-filled journey, he learns life lessons and develops a new outlook about his future. “His quest to uncover the truth forces him to grapple with the issues of family, school and his relationships with the world around him,” said Mathias, who is one of four co-directors of a 14-member cast. The other directors are Mary Armstrong, Devan Mathias (Ethan’s wife) and Emma Leary. Armstrong is an HSE teacher. Devan Mathias is a professional Indianapolis-area actor. Leary is a student-teacher from Ball State University assisting in Ethan Mathias’ class. Winner of several theater awards when it debuted in 2013, “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” was chosen for Thespian Troupe 520’s year-ending perfor-

Studio 37 Theater gets name change editorial@youarecurrent.com Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy recently announced the renaming of the Studio 37 Theater to The Switch Theatre as part of a $750,000 renovation of its 7,000-square foot music academy and theater in Fishers. The renovation includes the addition of The Station Café; tripling of lobby size; new paint and flooring throughout the academy; new restrooms; new LED lighting throughout the facility; addition of new lesson rooms; changes to the stage and theater; and new stage lighting and audio system, among other renovations. Renovations are expected to be completed by June. As part of the changes, The Switch will soon announce a full 2019-2020 season of community theatrical events and educational opportunities, concerts and other events. The Switch Theatre is a flexible seating, level floor black box-style theater. It opened in 2010 and has operated in a part-time fashion but has featured many amateur and professional local, national and international performers. The theater has a 600-square foot oak floor stage with flexible seating for up to 200. For more, visit TheSwitchTheatre.com.

From left, co-director Devan Mathias and cast members Tadd Nyland, Graycee Butler and Lauren Reising rehearse a scene from Hamilton Southeastern High School Thespian Troupe 520’s presentation of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.” (Submitted photo)

mance for a host of reasons. “It tells an important story about what people are capable of,” Ethan Mathias said. “Particularly for our thespian show, we try to pick shows that will challenge our actors and help all our students grow as well as tell a good story.” HSE senior Tadd Nyland, who plays Christopher, is passionate about the story. “I love playing this role so much because Christopher has so many aspects to him, and it’s been a pleasure studying who Christopher is and digging deep into what he believes so the audience can see all those aspects of this phenomenal kid,” said Nyland, who, like many of his castmates, had to do a little extra preparation for their parts.

“Everyone in this show has a British dialect, so that was a challenge, getting my brain tuned into hearing and talking in a dialect,” Nyland said. “Another challenge is that Christopher does have autism, so although I have been around kids who suffer from this, I had to do a lot of research about autism so I can make sure I’m doing the character justice.” Other members of the lead cast are are senior Lauren Reising, who plays Siobhan; junior Demrie Hasey, who plays Ed; and senior Ava Gerber, who plays Judy. For more or for tickets, visit HSEDrama. org. Mathias cautions that the play contains language that might not be appropriate for young children.

Fishers — Catalyst Repertory will present “Master Class,” the story of Maria Callas, from May 3 to 12 at The Switch Theatre, 10026 E. 126th St. Carmel — Marcus Roberts at the Modern Jazz Generation holds a concert at 8 p.m. May 4 at the Palladium. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org. Carmel — The Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis presents “The Soap Myth” starting Ed Asner at 7:30 p.m. April 30 at the Palladium. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org. Westfield — Uncorked with The Third Space!, an acoustic trio from Pendleton, will perform at 7 p.m. May 4 at the Urban Vines Winery & Brewery Co., 303 E. 161st St.

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Lawrence North High School senior Taryn Locke gets to put on a completely different persona in theater her portrayal of Kim MacAfee in “Bye Bye Birdie.” “She is literally the opposite of my personality,” Locke said. “I get to be a giggly teenage girl, Alvarez which is a lot of fun. She’s boy-crazy.” Lawrence North will present “Bye Bye Birdie” at 7 p.m. May 3 and 4. The story begins when Kim MacAfee is randomly chosen at her high school to Locke be kissed by teen idol Conrad Birdie after he sings “One Last Kiss” on “The Ed Sullivan Show” on national television before he goes into the Army. Locke said her favorite song is “How Lovely to be a Woman.” “It’s my solo song, so it’s challenging,” she said. “It’s (my character) being all mature even though I’m only 15, so it’s kind of ironic.” Junior Jonah Herrmann portrays unsuccessful songwriter Albert Peterson.

“I like how expressive Albert is in every scene,” Herrmann said. “He has a wide range of emotions he displays. He tries to be calm and collected and comes off as anxious. When he is extremely anxious, he’s comes off as crazy.” His favorite song is “Put on a Happy Face.” Locke said there aren’t the big superstars now, like Birdie, who were inspired by Herrmann Elvis Presley. Junior Eduardo Alvarez plays Birdie. “He’s very flamboyant and suave. It’s fun to get into and be able to be goofy,” Alvarez said. “This is Alvarez’s first Whitaker musical. “I’ve never sang in front of a big crowd before,” he said. Senior Eyuana Whitaker plays the role of Rosie DeLeon, Peterson’s girlfriend. “Other than a play in middle school, this is my first actual musical,” Whitaker said. “This is my first year in choir. I’ve been a band kid all my life.” Tickets are $10 or $5 for students with an ID at the door.

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students who can’t afford to attend our school or can’t afford to do any music education,” Roach said. “So, that’s really cool, too.” School of Rock is conducting a talent There is even an internal contest for SoR search for vocally gifted teens called Center teachers and staff. Stage Artist Search in music partnership with Atlantic “Anyone who’s employed by SoR can submit two original songs,” Records. The three-part Roach said. “Three finalists will be contest helps artists get in front of selected to fly to Los Angeles for a music record executives. two-day songwriting workshop.” “The singers will audition for free,” The contest was created to give said Nicole Roach, general manager talented musicians visibility in the of School of Rock, Carmel. “They will Roach music industry. submit a video, and 25 to 30 finalists “It can be tough to be seen by record lawill be chosen. They will be flown out to Los Angeles to take part in a showcase in front of bels,” Roach said. “SoR wanted to give people that opportunity for these kids to take their record label executives.” music careers to the next level. It’s geared The global search is open to any vocalist toward anyone with musical potential but between the ages of 13 and 19. Participants don’t know how to get in front of these redo not need to be students at SoR. cord labels.” “It’s a way for them to show off what they Videos must be submitted by June 30. The do and to try and break into the music indusvideo must contain a 90-second introduction try,” Roach said. and one song performance. Finalists will be SoR also will choose 100 applicants to notified later this year. To submit a video, visit receive scholarships to summer songwriting schoolofrock.com/centerstage. camps. “That’s going to be geared more towards

April 30, 2019

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“Jesus Christ Superstar,” Mud Creek Theater

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Amy Grant will perform at 8 p.m. May 3 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. (Submitted photo)

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“42nd Street,” Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Indianapolis

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The show-biz musical “42nd Street” celebrates Broadway and Times Square while telling the story of aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer, who comes to the big city from Allentown Pa., and lands her first big job in the ensemble of a Broadway musical. Cost: $45 to $70 (includes buffet dinner).

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Interior of Notre-Dame in 2012, facing the high altar. (Photo by Don Knebel)

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novel, “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” led to demands for its restoration. An extensive restoration, undertaken between 1844 and 1869, added an ornate 300-foot-tall spire, made of wood and lead, and an 8,000-pipe organ. In 1935, to protect the cathedral from further harm, a sliver from Notre-Dame’s most prized relic, the crown of thorns, was placed inside a copper rooster atop the spire. Nine years later, the church escaped destruction when retreating Nazi troops defied Hitler’s order to burn it down. Although the spire did not survive the fire, the protective rooster and much of the cathedral did.

The recent conflagration in the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris (Our Lady of Paris) is the most ruinous event in the travel history of that beloved symbol of Paris, but is not its first brush with destruction. Construction of Notre-Dame began in 1163 after the Bishop of Paris ordered that an enormous new church be erected on the Île de la Cité, an island in the Seine. When finally consecrated in 1345, the Gothic church was 427 feet long and 157 feet wide. Two 230-foot-tall towers anchored the west end and a spire extended from the roof between the arms of the transept. Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & ThornDuring the 16th century, French Protburg LLP. For the full column estants destroyed large sections of the visit donknebel.com. You may church in the name of religious purity and contact him at news@currentzionsville.com. King Louis XIV replaced stained glass windows with clear glass in NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS OF ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION the name of modernity. In The City of Fishers, Hamilton County, Indiana (“City”), pursuant to 1786, the spire, weakened Ind. Code §6-1.1-18-5, hereby provides NOTICE that the City’s Comby centuries of wind and mon Council (“Council”) will conduct a public hearing during its May 20, neglect, was removed. In 2019, regularly scheduled Council meeting for considering the following additional appropriation(s) in excess of the budget for the current year. 1789, French revolutionarAppropriation Reduction ies, seeing Notre-Dame as Certified Tech Park $300,000 0 the symbol of the monarTotal $300,000 0 chy and its church allies, The Council meeting will take place at 7:00pm at the City Hall Auditorium, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN 46038. Taxpayers apdestroyed much of the pearing at the meeting shall have the right to be heard. The additional statuary, melted the bronze appropriations as finally made will be referred to the Department of bells to make cannons, Local Government Finance (Department). The Department will make a written determination as to the sufficiency of funds to support the took lead from the roof for appropriation within fifteen (15) days of receipt of a Certified Copy of bullets and briefly used the the action taken. cathedral as a warehouse. Dated this 30th day of April, 2019 Parisians called for demolCITY OF FISHERS /s/ Christopher P. Greisl, Esq. ishing the crumbling eyeCity Attorney sore until Victor Hugo’s 1831

I can still remember buying my copy of “Webster’s Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary of the grammar guy English Language” back in high school. It was raining that day, and I scurried into the local bookstore during lunch. This glorious red rectangle caught my eye with its shimmery, gold-embossed letters. I had to have it. This thing was beefy. It contained 1,693 pages. Recently, Dictionary.com added more than 300 new words to its online dictionary. As I’ve previously stated, dictionaries merely report the news; that is, they reflect popular word usage whether we prefer the words or not. With that being said, here are some of the new words. Screen time: The thing we try to implement limits on for our kids but have no self-control over for ourselves. Infodump: When you provide a reader with a large amount of information all at once. Dad joke: The kind of one-liners (often pun-filled) dads tell their kids that make kids groan.

Womp womp: A response to a particularly depressing fact or bad “fail” (often a dad joke) by a mocking onlooker. Impostor syndrome: When you severely overdo it with self-doubt, leaving you with a feeling that you don’t deserve a certain job, status or level of success. Rage quit: A term often used in video games by someone who is losing. My dad used to do this with me when we played RBI Baseball on our Nintendo. I would hit a home run, and he’d turn the power off before my runner reached home plate. Death cleaning: The process of cleaning and decluttering your house so that you spare your loved ones from doing it after you die. I’ll be honest, after I learned about this term, I uttered an extra-sad “womp womp” out into the universe. Welp: An informal way of saying “well” to indicate a situation is hopeless or that you don’t know what to do next. Curtis Honeycutt is a national award-winning, syndicated humor writer. Connect with him on Twitter (@curtishoneycutt) or at curtishoneycutt.com.

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