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Fishers brothers federally charged with manufacturing fully automatic weapons for ISIS news@geistcurrent.com On July 11, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana Josh Minkler CRIME announced that two Fishers residents were charged with terrorism and firearms crimes by a federal grand jury. They are brothers Moyad Dannon, 21, and Mahde Dannon, 20. The brothers were charged with one count of attempting to provide material support and resources, including firearms, to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham, also known as ISIS. They also were charged with various firearms offenses. They have been in federal custody since their May 15 arrest. The arrest was the culmination of a monthslong investigation led by the FBI Indianapolis’ Joint Terrorism Task Force with assistance from the Fishers Police Dept. According to a press release from the Dept. of Justice, Mahde Dannon, who was awaiting trial on felony theft charges in Lake County, created a plan to deliver firearms, including stolen firearms, to a convicted felon who was cooperating with the FBI. The following month, Mahde Dannon introduced his brother, Moyad Dannon, to the cooperating individual, and the cooperating individual later introduced the Dannon brothers to an undercover FBI agent. The Dannon brothers allegedly sold illegally obtained firearms to the cooperating individual between July 2018 and December 2018. At the same time, they also allegedly began manufacturing “ghost guns,” which were untraceable, according to the FBI. They allegedly did so by purchasing firearm parts without serial numbers online and assembling those parts to create fully functional .223-caliber, semiautomatic rifles. The brothers then allegedly sold the rifles to the undercover FBI agent. Late last year, the brothers approached the individual and the FBI to discuss manufacturing untraceable fully automatic rifles through the same process they used for the semi-automatic rifles. In February, the brothers allegedly built one fully automatic rifle and provided it to the undercover FBI agent. Moyad Dannon then accompanied the agent to a location near the U.S. southwest border to market the rifle to a potential buyer, who also was cooperating with the FBI. Moyad Dannon learned the potential buyer sought to send the weapons to a location in the Middle East, where they would be used by ISIS. The Dannons allegedly agreed to manufacture and sell at least 55 additional fully automatic ghost guns to the buyer from the southwest
Photograph shows .223-caliber rifles allegedly manufactured by Mahde and Moyad Dannon during the FBI investigation, including six fully automatic weapons intended for shipment to the Middle East to support terror group ISIS. (Submitted photos)
Firearms purchased from Mahde and Moyad Dannon during the course of the investigation. The three rifle receivers in the left foreground were allegedly purchased by the Dannons in furtherance of their illegal firearms manufacturing scheme. The handgun receiver in the right foreground and the two piles of 7.62mm rifle ammunition in the middle of the table were seized during the execution of a federal search warrant at the Dannons’ residence May 15.
border, despite believing the weapons would then be shipped to the Middle East for ISIS. On May 15, the brothers allegedly manufactured five untraceable, fully automatic rifles from parts they had purchased online. They were aware of the plan to send the guns overseas to ISIS. The brothers sold the guns to FBI undercover agents, who were posing as employees of the buyer from the southwest border. Immediately after, the FBI arrested Mahde and Moyad. “This case is the first of its kind for the Federal Bureau of Investigation where you have individuals allegedly making guns to sell and/or send overseas to ISIS,” stated Grant Mendenhall, special agent in charge of the FBI’s Indianapolis Division. “This indictment paints a vivid picture of the rapid rise of
homegrown violent extremism and the lengths people are willing to go to in their support of terrorist activity.” The Dannon brothers were detained without bond pending trial, They appeared in U.S. District Court in Indianapolis July 11 to be arraigned. The brothers face a maximum of 10 years in prison on each of the firearms charges and a maximum of 20 years in prison for attempting to provide material support to ISIS. Assistant United States Attorney Matthew Rinka, chief of the National Security Unit in the U.S. Attorney’s Office, and trial attorney Paul Casey of the National Security Division’s Counterterrorism Section, are handling the prosecution.
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The Stations development was approved by Fishers City Council. A rendering of the 60,000-squarefoot office building. (Submitted rendering)
Council approves The Stations By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com At the July 15 Fishers City Council meeting, The Stations developDEVELOPMENT ment was approved by a 5-3 vote. Prior to the vote, Economic Development Director Megan Baumgartner provided an overview of the project. “In 2016, we announced the first phase of what is now The Yard at Fishers District, a $40 million investment focused on retail and the highlight of that was the culinary accelerator. As Thompson Thrift (Retail Group) started looking at potential, they realized there was a missed opportunity for multi-family development and mixed use,” Baumgartner said. “That led to Phase 2, an additional $30 million of investment that included 255 multi-family units and a parking garage. “Phase 3, The Stations, is a complimentary use to the Fishers District,” Baumgartner added. “It is the land formerly owned by the Reynolds family. The home has been demolished and there are plans for an office building, a hotel and townhomes and some additional retail.” The Stations is a $20 million project. “To date, our complete project investment
on behalf of Thompson Thrift is up to $90 million,” Baumgartner said. “The project agreement is to offer Thompson Thrift a 100 percent capture of new (tax increment financing) generated on this site specific to Phase 3.” Included in The Stations is a 60,000-squarefoot office building which Baumgartner said is anticipated to receive lots of interest. Council member David George raised concerns he’s voiced in the past about leaving the natural drainage and some trees instead of eliminating those in the development. “I think the site works great, the project is great, but I think this particular portion of the site plan is missing an opportunity to leave some drainage and some trees,” George said. “That is what I believe is driving some request for TIF dollars. Leave some drainage and a tree canopy. I think the project will still be a success with some office (space) and a hotel but a different look.” Council member Cecilia Coble echoed George’s concerns, but a Thompson Thrift representative said it was necessary to remove the trees and fill in the creek to create parking space for the hotel and office building. The council approved the project 5-3, with George, Coble and Brad DeReamer voting against it.
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OUTLOOK CHRISTIAN CHURCH CONDUCTS CARS & COFFEE EVENT
On July 13, Outlook Christian Church conducted its Cars & Coffee event in McCordsville. The next event will be from 9 to 11 a.m. July 27 at the church, 6531 N. 600 W. Jack Metcalf displays his 1971 Avanti. (Photos by Anna Skinner)
McCordsville Police Dept. Officer Kyle Smith, left, and Charlie Drane pause by Drane’s 1996 Impala SS.
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Greylan Jarrett enjoys a slushie July 11 at the Fort Ben Farmers Market. The market runs from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at 9230 Memorial Park Dr., Indianapolis. (Photos by Anna Skinner)
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Janet George teaches educators about the Orton-Gillingham Approach. (Photos by Anna Skinner)
Fortune Academy is a school for students with learning differences, such as dyslexia.
EDUCATING TEACHERS Fortune Academy in Lawrence fundraises to continue teaching others on the Orton-Gillingham Approach /P8 By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Janet George had to memorize books to get through college COVER STORY because of dyslexia and attention deficit disorder. Now, she draws on her experience to help others by applying the Orton-Gillingham Approach when teaching students with learning difficulties at Fortune Academy in Lawrence. The Orton-Gillingham Approach is a direct, multi-sensory and structured way to teach literacy to students who struggle with reading, writing and spelling because of conditions such as dyslexia. “I started Fortune Academy because there wasn’t an option for children who had language-based learning differences, besides a public school option for parents to put their child in, other than a traditional parochial or private school,” said George, a Geist resident. “There was not a private school that specialized in kids who had learning differences using the Orton-Gillingham teaching we used. “That’s why I started it. I really felt like
there needed to be options for parents.” George, who started Fortune Academy in 2000, has her fellow level of accreditation from the Orton-Gillingham Academy. There are only three people in Indiana who are accredited at that level. “She is the only one practicing and the only fellow doing training in Indiana, we believe, on issues with reading and learning and teaching in Indiana,” Fortune Academy Director of Development Andrea Corey said. “We know 1 in 5 people have dyslexia or a learning difference, and if you want to get reading levels better and see improved scores with kids, you have to teach reading differently.” George teaches other educators how to apply the Orton-Gillingham Approach, but Fortune Academy has limited space. To help it acquire more, an anonymous donor recently gifted $200,000 to the Fortune Academy with the challenge for the academy to raise matching funds. Corey said the academy has already raised $100,000. “We are busting at the seams at the school. The school serves kids from first through 12th grade,” George said. “(The
donation) would allow us to have learning labs that are really important for hands-on learning for our kids. It also would allow for a teacher training center to take place. It would allow for me to be able to, through technology, train other people across the country without them having to drive or fly and spend two weeks here in Indiana.” George can teach the application to up to 12 educators, who attend eight-hour classes each day for two weeks at Fortune Academy. After finishing, they then complete 100 hours of practicum and submit lesson plans to George before they are considered OrtonGillingham Approach associates. The training is only offered at Fortune Academy twice a year. George recently transitioned from the role of head of school to an honorary board of trustees member to have more opportunities to educate teachers on the approach. “Her moving into this full time is going to open the door to do more trainings throughout the year rather than just two, which is why a place for this is so needed,” Corey said. When the funds are acquired and the center is built, it will be named the Janet and
Kelly George Teacher Training and Resource Center. Kelly George is Janet’s husband. For more, or to donate, visit thefortuneacademy.org.
BY THE NUMBERS 90-100: The average number of first through 12th-grade students at Fortune Academy $18,000-$21,000: Tuition to attend Fortune Academy for one year 6-to-1: Student-to-teacher ratio 40: Percentage of dyslexic students at Fortune Academy 1 in 5: The possibility of someone requiring more direct teaching because of learning differences 50 percent: The chance of someone who is dyslexic also being diagnosed with ADD or ADHD $200,000: The amount an anonymous donor gifted for the Janet and Kelly George Teacher Training and Resource Center
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Mt. Vernon Community School Corp. recently announced ACCOMPLISHMENT that Mt. Vernon Middle School has received the Indiana Gold Star Counseling Award from the Indiana Dept. of Education. The award recognizes the effort MVMS makes to have a data-driven counseling program to reach all students. “The award is a year-long process the school goes for to become a data-driven school counseling program, and through that process, we survey the students and look at the original data of what they know, what they don’t know and their perception of the school counseling program,” MVMS counselor Michelle Shepherd said. “We pull together community members, parents, staff members and students as well to create a school counseling committee. We developed a mission and vision statement and look at our gaps from that. We look forward to what changes we need to make, the goals we have and moving forward onto lessons and how we were going to meet those goals.” This year, the counseling program will be more proactive instead of reactive. MVMS
is the only school in the MVCSC district to receive the award. “I think we are also trying to mirror what the state has been dishing out as far as social and emotional curricWilliams ulum, so this will help meet some of those goals by looking at different social and emotional gaps students have and targeting lessons to meet those gaps,” MVMS counselor Chelsea Pacheco said. School officials learned in Pacheco mid-June that they received the award. “I am proud of our counseling department for all the hard work,” Principal Ben Williams said. “This is just truly about providing services for the students Shepherd and using that Gold Star framework to truly provide a comprehensive student support system. That’s what it’s all about.”
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METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP CALENDAR Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township students return to school Aug. 1. School days run from 8 a.m. to 2:35 p.m. for elementary students, 8:50 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
for middle school students and 8:50 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. for high school students. Below is the district calendar for the 2019-20 school year. For more, visit ltschools.org.
Aug. 1: First day of school for students Sept. 2: Labor Day, no school Sept. 23-26: Parent-teacher conferences will take place in the evenings Sept. 27: Earned day, no school Oct. 21-25: Fall break, no school Nov. 27-29: Thanksgiving break, no school Dec. 20-Jan. 6: Winter break, no school Jan. 7: School resumes, second trimester Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, no school or a flex day Feb. 14: Snow day, will make up if needed Feb. 17: President’s Day, no school March 27: Snow day, will make up if needed March 30-April 3: Spring break, no school May 21: Last day for students June 2: Lawrence North commencement June 3: Lawrence Central commencement
MSDLT honored at awards program news@geistcurrent.com The Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township ACCOMPLISHMENT was recognized by District Administration magazine, which recognizes 34 school districts as “Districts of Distinction” in its July/August edition. The districts span 19 states. They are recognized for leading the way with new ideas that solve challenges. Honorees are selected based on quantifiable results and the replicability of their initiatives. According to a press release, MSDLT was recognized for its D3 program, which stands for Distributive, Dedicated, Dynamic. The program was developed to access and utilize the skill set of classroom teachers in ways that positively impact more students and the school as a whole. The district-based program also aims to pro-
vide increased leadership opportunities to teachers without removing them from the classroom. ““These districts have developed innovative programs to support students in their education and well beyond the classroom,” stated J.D. Solomon, editorial director of District Administration magazine. “We hope our readers are inspired by the efforts of these honorees to create successful initiatives in their own districts.” MSDLT is the ninth-largest school district in Indiana and is one of its fastest growing. It serves approximately 16,000 students across the district, which includes four early learning centers, 11 elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, a center for innovation and technology and an alternative-setting high school. For more, visit ltschools.org.
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ready allowed us to invest in projects that directly benefit our students and create a more sustainable learning environment at Construction is under way for a solar project to install 4,800 our schools,” HSE Supt. Allen Bourff stated. ENVIRONMENT ground-mounted pan- “The curriculum Ameresco provided will help els at three schools in our teachers educate their students about the latest innovations in renewthe Hamilton Southeastern Schools able energy technology and the district. The solar panels will be importance of sustainability for the built at Sand Creek Elemenaty, Sand future of our environment.” Creek Intermediate and HSE InterThe solar panels at Sand Creek elmediate and Junior High. ementary and intermediate schools The partnership is between HSE have a projected annual output of Schools and Ameresco, a leading 1,492,919 kWh. The panels at HSE energy efficiency and renewable Bourff Intermediate and Junior High have a energy company. The solar arrays projected annual output of 892,681 will power the schools. Ameresco kWh. Combined, the arrays will generate also provided HSE Schools with two solar enough energy to power 294 homes for a wagons and programming to incorporate year. sustainability education into its curriculum. “By taking steps to integrate solar power HSE Schools announced it will finance the into its energy portfolio, Hamilton Southproject with bond fees and operational cost eastern Schools will provide more comfortsavings generated from the solar arrays. able, cost-efficient learning environments The project has already generated funds for for its students and teaching staff,” stated construction of a playground at the Riverside Intermediate School and is projected to Lou Maltezos, executive vice president of generate additional funds to build two more Ameresco. “We are thrilled to be their partner in this endeavor and help them comin the district. plete this project in a budget-neutral way.” “Our partnership with Ameresco has al-
Hamilton Southeastern Schools announces several staff changes news@currentinfishers.com The Hamilton Southeastern Board of Trustees recently apEDUCATION proved several hirings within the corporation. New staff members at Hamilton Southeastern Schools are Kim Lippe, Cecilie Nunn, Marc Williams and Chad Cripe. Lippe began July 1 as the executive director of staff and student services. She previously worked four years as an assistant principal at HSE High School and three years as an associate principal at the HSE Freshman Center. Her most recently spent four years as the Fall Creek Junior High principal. Lippe is from Fort Wayne. She graduated from Indiana University with a bachelor’s degree in sports marketing. She later received her master’s degree in secondary education and her teaching license. Nunn will be the district’s new chief financial officer. She has worked for HSE Schools since October 1997, where she has served as clerk of accounts payable/accounts receivable and director of business.
She earned her degree in accounting and a bachelor’s of business administration in finance from the University of ArkansasLittle Rock. Williams is the new assistant principal at Fall Creek Intermediate School. He began July 1. He has been an educator for more than 10 years and came to HSE Schools in August 2015 as a resource teacher for the Dept. of Exceptional Learners at Fishers High School. Williams graduated from Butler University with a Bachelor of Arts in media arts and received a Master of Arts in education, educational administration and supervision from Ball State University. Cripe is the new principal for HSE High School. He began July 1. He previously served as the principal at Tippecanoe Valley High School in Akron. Prior to that, he was the assistant principal at Manchester Junior Senior High School in Manchester. He has worked in education since 2002. Cripe has taught government, geography, AP geography and U.S. history. He is working on his doctorate at Ball State. For more, visit hse.k12.in.us.
HAMILTON SOUTHEASTERN SCHOOLS CALENDAR Hamilton Southeastern Schools students return to school Aug. 7. Below is the district
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DISPATCHES Immunization information – Indiana state law requires all student to have an up-to-date immunization record, religious exemption letter or medical exemption letter on file before the start of school. Give a copy of your student’s updated records to the Welcome Center at the Lawrence Education and Community Center or the school nurse before the first day of school. If your student is starting kindergarten, sixth or 12th grade, they may need additional immunizations. For more information on required immunizations for the 2019-2020 school year, visit doe. in.gov/sites/default/files/health/20192020-school-year-required-and-recommended-immunizations-final.pdf. School board – The Hamilton Southeastern Schools Board of Trustees will conduct its next meeting at 7 p.m. July 24 at the Hamilton Southeastern Schools Central Office, 13485 Cumberland Rd. To view the agenda, visit hseschools.org. Southeastern Swim Club conducts new member tryouts – For those who want to join the Southeastern Swim Club, the program welcomes all ability levels and is currently accepting new members. SSC will offer new swimmer evaluations from 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 29-30, 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 10, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 21 and 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 24. All evaluations are conducted at the Hamilton Southeastern High School Natatorium, 13910 E. 126th St. Enter through door 10. Be prepared to swim a minimum of 25 yards freestyle (with side breathing) and 25 yards of backstroke. The evaluation takes less than 15 minutes. Please bring a swimsuit, goggles and a towel. A coach will recommend placement in one of the practice groups after the evaluation is complete. For questions, contact Heather Streett at joinsoutheasternswimclub@gmail.com. School start/end dates – Carmel Clay Schools, Aug. 13/May 28; Hamilton Southeastern Schools, Aug. 7/May 22; Noblesville Schools, Aug. 1/May 31; Westfield Washington Schools, Aug. 6/May 22; Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township, Aug. 1/May 22.
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Commentary by Terry Anker In the iconic 1970’s film “The Paper Chase,” curmudgeonly Professor Kingsfield admits that “You teach yourselves the law, but I train your minds.” Indeed, Kingsfield is proclaiming the divine right of the Harvard legal educator – namely, that to successfully complete a degree, one must capitulate to be “trained” as they see fit. Perhaps this is a good thing. Perhaps it is not. Regardless, in today’s dollars the protagonist of the film, our young Mr. Hart, would be shelling out $60,000 a year in tuition, plus another $25,000 to live. Most alums would argue the expense justified. Even if they borrowed heavily to get the degree (as much as $278,400 undergrad and another $255,000 or so graduate), the prestige in some fields is worth it. But what about the other professions? And what if those are the majority? Indiana University recently launched its Financial Wellness Alliance, citing a study of 17,500 undergraduate students, of whom 68 percent claim they are “less than confident” in their ability to ever pay off the debt. Moreover, Indiana’s statewide community college network, Ivy Tech, who’s annual tuition is under $4,000, recently posted that jobs exist 7-to-2 at the two-year associate’s level compared to a four-year bachelor’s degree. Morever, 30 percent of associate’s degree holders out-earn those with bachelor’s degrees. Why is such little attention going to the other variables like overall cost, value and degree need? Why do we so often think about the “right” college but almost never consider about the “right amount” of college? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.
Psst, it was a joke Commentary by Danielle Wilson Two weeks ago, I wrote a column about my brush with typhoid fever, tongue firmly planted in cheek. The intestinal illness I contracted coincided with a HUMOR typhoid vaccine I’d begun taking for a trip to Southeast Asia, and though it’s possible I experienced side effects, I, in no way, actually contracted the disease. It’s far more likely that after a week on vacay with my extended family, snottynose toddlers included, I picked up a stomach bug that kept me bed-ridden for a few days. But apparently, some readers in the anti-vax community co-opted the story for their own purposes as clear evidence that vaccines are evil unleashed. So, let me be very clear: The vaccine did not give me typhoid, and in my experience (and in most people’s), the vaccines I have obtained or ordered for my children have never once done anything other than protect us from what used to be deadly dis-
eases. Measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, hepatitis, meningitis, HPV-induced cancers, the Wilson clan hasn’t had to worry about any of these because we are all up to date on our vaccines. Do my kids complain about pain in the injection site? Almost always. Do they occasionally feel lousy for a day or two? Yes. Has a pediatrician ever told me, “I’m sorry, Geoffrey has the measles?” or “Oh, no! Corinne’s come down with whooping cough.” Never. Vaccines are safe, effective and necessary. They don’t cause autism and severe reactions are rare. Always consult your physician, of course, but get vaccinated and stay up to date! And please don’t use me or my purposely exaggerated stories as antivax poster fodder. Peace out.
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Editor, Diseases like sickle cell anemia require rare blood traits that demand diversity within our blood supply. Increasing African American donations is vital because blood Types O and B, the blood types of about 70 percent of African Americans, also are the blood types most in demand. African American blood donors also are more likely to be a match for most people living with sickle cell disease, which makes them the perfect donors to help sickle cell patients in need of routine or emergency blood transfusions. We are always in need of diversifying Indiana’s daily blood supply. We also are constantly encouraging everyone who can to donate lifesaving blood on a regular basis. The need for blood donations now is especially important. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Hospitals throughout Indiana rely on blood donations for surgery patients, trauma victims and those battling a variety of diseases. It’s also summertime, a time when we see a sharp decline in blood donations. Throughout the academic year, we rely heavily on high school and college students for 30 percent of our blood supply. But when school’s out, there are no high school or college blood drives. Dr. Charles Miraglia, Carmel resident and president of Versiti Blood Center of Indiana
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Commentary by Dick Wolfsie I was sitting on our back porch, enjoying my favorite libation, when I saw this headline: Mosquitoes prefer beer HUMOR drinkers My initial reaction was to brush it off, just like I did the little pests that were at that very moment enjoying my Type O Positive. The article had already gone viral. My guess is that good ol’ boys in places like Pine Bluff, Ark., got the bad news while standing around their favorite watering hole where, unfortunately, there is a lot of standing water. The guys were probably a little red-faced that they had never figured out this beer/mosquito connection. Of course, they also were redfaced before they found out about this beer/ mosquito connection. The article is filled with data that establishes a profile for those people most likely to be bitten. Much of this research was sponsored by the American Mosquito Control Association, whose motto includes: “We are dedicated to education … that results in the total suppression of mosquitoes.” Generally, I’m against any kind of suppression, but even a liberal like me can suck it up and admit this is all-out war. And it won’t be bloodless. The investigations were performed on hundreds of idealistic young volunteers. What was the incentive for their participation? Lots of free booze and an itch to do something for the betterment of mankind. The research says that when a mosquito dines on a person who has enjoyed a few brews, the insect gets a little tipsy herself (male mosquitoes don’t bite). Scientists have an instrument called an inebriometer that can measure how much alcohol the bug has ingested. No doubt, Indiana soon will be training our state troopers (those with tiny hands) to administer this test. You also are more likely to be bitten if you are exercising than when you are at rest because perspiration attracts the little buggers. So, to sum it up: Avoid running during a full moon, dressed in all black, after downing four or five beers. Those are some good tips to prevent attacks by skeeters. I have another suggestion. But I am warning you, it is repellent.
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CycleBar Fishers to open this fall news@currentinfishers.com Thompson Thrift Retail Group announced July 12 that CycleBar Fishers, NEW BIZ a 1,980-square-foot cycling fitness studio with 45 bikes and other amenities, will open at Fishers District this fall. Fishers District is an 18-acre mixed-used development at 116th Street and IKEA Way, which will include a mix of restaurants, retail, multi-family developments and a hotel. CycleBar Fishers provides participants with cycling shoes and a towel for each
ride. Class types include classic, performance, connect and more. “I’m very excited to bring the first dedicated premier cycling fitness studio to Fishers,” CycleBar Fishers owner Amanda Moor stated. “As a resident of Fishers, I’m passionate about this community and thrilled at the opportunity to combine my experience in sports with the CycleBar fitness experience. “We’ll have an awesome team at this location and know CycleBar will further enhance the fitness experiences at Fishers District.”
DISPATCHES Study finds immigrants have positive impact on state – Despite fears that immigrants drive down wages and hinder Indiana’s economy, these newcomers should have a positive impact on the state – particularly in rural areas – for the foreseeable future, according to a new report from Ball State University. The study, “Fiscal, Economic, & Social Effects of Immigration in the Hoosier State,” found that 25 percent of the population growth in Indiana between 2000-2015 was due to increasing immigration. In recent years, the majority of immigrants have come from Mexico (31.6 percent), followed by India (9.1 percent), and China (7.9 percent). The Philippines and Myanmar round out the top five, with 3.3 percent and 2.9 percent respectively. Read the full study at projects.cberdata. org/161/immigration-in-the-hoosier-state. F.C. Tucker stats - Buyers in Fishers found lower sale prices last month while homes continued to leave the market quickly. According to F.C. Tucker, the average sale price for homes sold in Fishers in June 2019 was $308,830 at an average of $127.51 per square foot, a 5 percent decrease in sale price from June 2018. Homes sold in an average of 29 days, 10 days faster than this time last year. Networking mistakes – Here are five networking mistakes you might be making: 1. Canned communication – templates are fine as a start, but take time to personalize correspondence. 2. No communication – take time to stay in touch with those who helped you. 3. Missing meetings – don’t agree to meet if you can’t afford the time and then cancel at the last minute. 4. Offering to make an introduction and not following through. 5. Asking for something at every contact. Source: Forbes.com
Safe Exchange zone created – The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office has created a Safe Exchange Zone in the main parking lot located at 18100 Cumberland Rd. Residents who need to complete internet transactions or parents who need to do child custody exchanges can use this area. A Safe Exchange Zone also is available inside the main lobby of the Sheriff’s Office and is open around the clock. The value of a dollar - In the U.S., apparently not every dollar is equal. The value of $1 varies depending on where you go. According to new data compiled by 24/7 Wall Street from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), a dollar goes the furthest in America’s “poorest states,” such as Mississippi and Alabama. According to 24/7 Wall Street’s research, only four states (Rhode Island, Florida, Oregon and Delaware) are actually worth $1. The states that were named the most expensive include New Jersey, California and New York, with each averaging about $0.87 to $0.88 on the dollar. Hawaii was by far the priciest state — with a $1 bill being worth only a measly $0.84. The warm-weather state was also dubbed the most expensive state. Indiana ranked 11th with a value of $1.11 on the dollar. Source: Foxbusiness.com Offender Watch website - The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging parents to use the Offender Watch Website to increase family safety. The website allows parents to search an address to see if any sex offenders live nearby and to set up notifications if offenders move into the area. The website can be accessed at sheriffalerts. com.
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Apprentice Players program helps youth develop confidence, performing skills By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Amy King has watched how her son has benefited from his experience with the Belfry Theatre Apprentice THEATER Players. King, an assistant director with the program, started bringing Jace to rehearsals with her two years ago. “He was my little shadow,” King said. “He wouldn’t really talk. He was very quiet. Jace was really shy and struggled with self-confidence. With his shyness and not wanting to speak in front of people, he had a lot of anxiety.” Slowly, James H. Williams, who has since become program director, got Jace involved with set construction. Jace then started working with the stage crew. “He got interested in singing but wouldn’t sing or act in front of (people),” King said. Fast forward to this year and Jace, who turns 11 July 25, auditioned for “Bohemian Rhapsody.” “He earned himself three different roles and he really has blossomed,” King said. “I think he can express himself in characters in ways he can’t express himself (off stage).” Jace will join the Apprentice Players in “Honk! Jr.: The Musical” at the Belfry Theatre in Noblesville. The show runs July 26 to Aug. 4. Jace, who will be a sixth-grader at Sand Creek Intermediate in Fishers, said he always wanted to act and sing. “I was just too shy to do it,” he said. “I needed to fight through it and just do it.” King said theater helps boost confidence for all youth. “Performing before a live audience makes children feel empowered,” said King, the technology specialist for Fishers Elementary School. James H. Williams, a Fishers resident, began running the program when longtime program director Connie MurelloTodd, a Noblesville resident, died at age 70 in August 2018.
From left, Amy King, James H. Williams and Will Rogers form the directing crew for Belfry Theatre Apprentice Players. (Photo by Details Portrait Art).
“This whole season has been dedicated to her memory and her hard work,” Williams said. Williams said “Honk Jr.” is one of the first shows Murello-Todd ever directed. “That’s very fitting,” he said. The program started in 1965. “Betty Lou Kyle started the program to give the kids in the community the ability to learn about the fine arts, whether directing, acting, singing and costumes,” Williams said. “We try to incorporate training into it because we are not going to be here forever. Several of our young people, our older teens are stepping into directing, lighting and costuming.” In summers of odd numbered years, the Belfry produces plays for ages 5 to 13. Even numbered years are for ages 13 to 20. “The program is 100 percent free. The only thing we ask of participants is they provide their own costume,” Williams said. “We have some costume coordinators to help the parents out, give them suggestions. Most community theaters around, you have to pay to participate. In their
program, that could be $200 to $300 or more. That’s a little secret about this we are trying to get out.” King said a lot of people are not aware it’s a free program. “It lasts throughout the summer,” King said. There are 21 performers in the musical. Noblesville resident Will Rogers, director of choirs for Riverside Junior High in Fishers, is the Apprentice Players music director. “We are providing an educational experience,” Rogers said. “We want them to be engaged in the music process. I value music as an art. I know they value music and theater in the education process. The experience they get here is different than what they get at camps or other intellectual endeavors. We build connections between intellect and emotion, which is a very useful skill. They learn to solve problems and communicate ideas.” Williams said everyone who auditions gets some part to contribute. Tickets are $20 for adults and $16 for people 65 and older and youth 12 and under. For more, visit thebelfrytheatre.com.
Shakespeare in the Park features ‘Macbeth’ editorial@youarecurrent.com The Noblesville Cultural Arts Commission will present the tragedy “Macbeth” in the 27th season of Shakespeare in the Park. The six performances are set for 8:30 p.m. July 25-27 and Aug. 1-3 at the Federal Hill Commons Amphitheater. The intriguing and bewitching story of power and political ambition is one of the most popular of Shakespeare plays. Nearly 30 actors and technical personnel, from Hamilton County and area counties, present the story of a brave Scottish general who receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become king of Scotland. The play is directed by Noblesville residents Mark Tumey and Rob Heighway. Noblesville performers include Nikki Lynch as Witch 2 and Susan Hill as Gentlewoman. Kelly Keller, Fishers, plays Sergeant and Murderer 1. Admission is free. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic, blanket and lawn chairs. Westfield — The Cool Creek Summer Concert Series will feature Jennie DeVoe at 7 p.m. July 26 at Cool Creek Park. Admission is $5 for adults. Children 12 and under are admitted free. Noblesville — The Cosmic Situation will perform at 7 p.m. July 25 as part of the Noblesville Parks & Recreation’s free concert series at Dillon Park. Fishers — “Such a Night: Recreating the Music of the Band’s Last Waltz” is slated for 8 p.m. July 26 at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. Zionsville — The Zionsville Cultural District Concert Series at Lincoln Park features Fine Lines in a free concert at 7 p.m. July 24. Carmel — Tay Bronson is set to perform at 7 p.m. July 26 at Sugar Creek Vineyard and Winery, 1111 W. Main St., Suite 165. Carmel — Indiana Ballet Conservatory presents its fifth annual summer gala at 7 p.m. July 26 at Carmel Middle School. For more, indianaballetconservatory.com.
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Singh describes himself as a very optimistic person. “America is going in only one direction. It is getting more diverse,” Singh said. “And Fishers resident Gurinder Singh Khalsa people who believe in these kinds of things is the subject of a submission to the Indy (racism), they have no choice but to move Shorts International Film Festival. on. The good thing is that the youngest FILM The film, “Singh,” is part of the generations, they don’t believe that category Indiana Spot(the racism). They believe more in light, which showcases films with assimilation. a director or producer with former “Everything takes time. There or current Indiana residency and/or is more acceptance now than you the majority of the film must have think.” been shot in Indiana. Director Jenna Ruiz, a 2018 graduIndy Shorts runs July 25-28 at ate of Avon High School and IUPUI the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Singh student, was working at a media Newfields. producer for Singh’s Sikhs Political The film is based on the true story of Action Committee when she learned about Singh, a Sikh, when he detained in 2007 at what had happened. the Buffalo Niagara International Airport in “Upon hearing the story, I knew imNew York after he refused to unwrap his mediately this was something that people turban for TSA agents. As a sacred symeverywhere needed to see and experience,” bol of Sikh faith, the turban is not to be Ruiz said. “Not only is it moving and shockremoved in public areas, but at the time, removal was a standard security procedure. ing, but it had the potential to help people understand in a unique way who Sikhs are Singh was instrumental in getting the proas well as what it’s like to live as a Sikh in cedure changed, including collecting 67,000 America, so we decided to make a film.” signatures supporting the policy change. In For more, visit heartlandfilm.org. January, he was presented the Rosa Parks Trailblazer Award for his efforts.
YAP presents ‘A Chorus Line’ By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Jacob Schilling’s role is taking him out of his comfort zone. “I’ve always been the MUSICAL funny character or the one who has the most comic relief,” Schilling said. “I’ve never been someone who has such deep emotion and such a backstory to him.” Schilling plays Paul San March in Civic Theatre Young Artists Program’s “A Chorus Line,” which runs July 25-28 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. “I hadn’t heard the show in depth, so I had no idea what I was in store for,” Schilling said. “Some of the people in the cast I’ve known since I started. I got to grow up with them and some are among my closest friends.” Schilling, who will be a senior at Fishers High School, performed in “Newsies” for Civic Theatre in the spring. This is Schilling’s third year with YAP. He also has done many Jr. Civic and mainstage Civic shows. “Civic has been my home since I was 7 or 8,” he said.
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Jacob Schilling and Isa Armstrong appear in “A Chorus Line” in Civic Theatre’s Young Artists Program show. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)
Isa Armstrong, who will be a senior at Hamilton Southeastern High School in August, plays Lois in the ensemble and the dance captain. Armstrong didn’t know much about “A Chorus Line.” “I did my research and listened to the music and saw some of the versions on YouTube before auditions,” Armstrong said. “Being the dance captain has been a cool experience. Being in the show is really fun. It’s really cool music. The dancing is hard but cool.” For more, civictheatre.org.
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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.
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Where’s Amy attends ‘La Casa Azul’ opening night Cast and crew of “La Casa Azul” from opening night July 11 at Phoenix Theatre in Indianapolis. The production was presented by Gregory Glade (whose last name is Hancock but is using his middle name for marketing purposes for this production) and Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre. The show included professional actors New York and Texas. Stage Director Georgina Escobar (NYC) worked closely with Glade and produced an amazing musical about the life and times of popular artist Frida Kahlo. Everything about the production is spot on. The acting, set, lighting, costumes and music will blow you away. Mark my words, “La Casa Azul” is Broadway-bound. You will love seeing our local talent soar and want more. The show runs through July 28. For tickets, call 317-635-7529 or visit phoenixtheatre.org (Photos by Amy Pauszek)
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The musical follows the life of Frida Kahlo, who was considered one of Mexico’s greatest artists. Carmel resident Gregory Glade Hancock’s musical was staged for the first time in 2015 and has since been tweaked. Cost: $50
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7:30 p.m. “Failure to Zig Zag: The Story of the July 25-27; USS Indianapolis,” Carmel Community 2:30 p.m. July 28 Players, The Cat, 254 Veterans Way Carmel Community Players presents the story of the USS Indianapolis, which was torpedoed by a Japanese submarine. Of the 1,195 men on the ship, only 316 survived the attack and four-day ordeal in shark-infested waters. Cost: $14 to $16.
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Trajineras along a Xochimilco Canal. (Photo by Don Knebel)
Xochimilco’s entertainment Commentary by Don Knebel
gondola style. Smaller boats pull alongside, hawking food, drink and an assortment of gewgaws. For a fee, boat-borne musicians will entertain with mariachi music, but after a while, the singing of alcohol-loosened passengers can drown out the sounds of the bands. Man-made islands in the canals, called “chinampas” (floating gardens), grow flowers that are sold in markets along the banks. On weekends, Xochimilco’s canals are so crowded and the steering of the trajineras so imprecise that the boats are built to survive frequent bumping. For visitors to Mexico City, Xochimilco’s canals are a must-do.
Xochimilco’s canals are among Mexico City’s most popular attractions, providing colorful entertainment in an TRAVEL important historical context. When Spanish Conquistadors arrived in what is now central Mexico, Tenochtitlan, with a population of about 200,000, was the capital of the Aztec Empire. The Spanish destroyed Tenochtitlan in 1521 and built Mexico City over the ruins, making it their capital. Tenochtitlan/Mexico City was situated on an island in Lake Texcoco, connected to other lakes and cities in the Mexico Valley, Don Knebel is a local resident who including Xochimilco, by an elaborate networks for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. work of causeways and canals. As Mexico For the full column visit donknebel. City grew, residents drained and filled the com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville.com. lakes and canals. Only a few of the canals remain. The most important are in Xochimilco, now CITY OF FISHERS a borough of Mexico City ADVISORY PLAN COMMISSION about 17 miles south of NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE: TA-19-12 the city’s historical center. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by Because of their historical the City of Fishers Advisory Plan Commission at 6:00 pm, Wednesday, significance and need for August 7, 2019 in the Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal Drive, preservation, Xochimilco’s Fishers, Indiana. 114 miles of canals became REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of text a UNESCO World Heritage amendments to the City of Fishers Unified Development Ordinance. Site in 1987. LOCATION: This Proposal affects all properties within the Fishers Unlike most historical planning and zoning jurisdiction. sites, Xochimilco’s canals The case file about this project is available for public review in attract young people out the office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda with room location for a good time. Visitors details and case related information will be posted on the City’s website board one of about 200 48 hours in advance of the meeting specified above. vibrantly painted boats Written objections filed with the secretary of the Advisory Plan Comcalled “trajineras,” based mission before the hearing will be considered. If you would like your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Advisory Plan Comon designs once used mission, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing date by the Aztecs and acnoted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public hearing. commodating about 20 Department of Planning and Zoning revelers. Pole men and City of Fishers women propel and steer 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN 46038 (317) 595-3120 the flat-bottom wooden www.fishers.in.us boats along the canals,
John Lennon famously got in trouble in August 1966 when an interview from March of the same GRAMMAR GUY year dug up a single quote where he stated that The Beatles were (at the time) “more popular than Jesus.” For the record, I’m a huge fan of both Jesus and The Beatles, but that’s not what we’re talking about today. Today, I’d like to discuss what to do with possessive proper names that end in “s.” Not only do we need to know whether they need an apostrophe and an “s” after them, but we also need to know how to pronounce them. We can work it out. Let’s think of some proper names that end with “s”: Jesus, Beatles, Kansas, Curtis and the lesser-known Greek philosopher Apostrophes (the last one is fake, but otherwise that is an excellent list). When we talk about the sandals that belonged to Jesus, how do we write it? Is it “Jesus’ sandals” or “Jesus’s sandals”? As usual, it depends on whom you ask. The AP Stylebook (which is the gold standard for newspaper writing and edit-
ing) states that an apostrophe on its own is enough, while the Chicago Manual of Style prefers the apostrophe followed by “s.” So, AP would write “Jesus’ sandals” while Chicago would write “Jesus’s sandals.” Because I write for newspapers, I almost always agree with AP style. How do you pronounce these words? I’m a fan of pronouncing words like they’re written. The Beatles’ music inspired the new movie “Yesterday.” When saying this sentence aloud, I would say “Beatles,” not “Beatlesez.” Similarly, I prefer “Jesus’ sandals certainly logged many miles as he visited several ancient cities.” I would pronounce the name “Jesus,” not “Jesusez.” Not everyone will agree with me here, but it’s not something over which I’d break fellowship and start a new denomination. If you disagree with my all-or-nothing approach, I encourage you to simply let it be. Curtis Honeycutt is a national award-winning, syndicated humor writer. Connect with him on Twitter (@curtishoneycutt) or at curtishoneycutt.com.
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Locally owned/operated over 40 YRS
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Trim shrubs, remove or trim some trees, Clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, gutters, paint, Do odd jobs, demo small buildings Provide personal services Fully Insured Text or call Jay 574-398-2135: shidelerjay@gmail.com www.jayspersonalservices.com
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Friday 7/26 12-4, 7/27 Saturday 9-4, 7/28 Sunday 10-4 5503 S. 400 West, Atlanta, In Directions: 31N to 296E make a left onto 415W follow road to 2nd curve driveway will be right in front of you at the second curve. Includes: Furniture, Waterford items, Blue Danube dishes, Kitchen items, tools, Artwork, etc. Cash or check please.
NOW HIRING Midwest Academy is currently seeking to fill one behavioral management position. This is either part- or full-time position depending upon experience and interest. Responsibilities include behavior management in an elementary classroom for students ranging from ages 8-12. Experience with students who have learning differences is preferred, but not required. If interested, please send resume to Madie Hamsley at mhamsley@mymwa.org or call 317-843-9500.
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USIC LOCATE TECHNICIAN INTERVIEWING NOW! • Daytime, full-time Locate Technician positions available • Start ing pay $14.50/hr • 100% PAID TRAINING • Com pany vehicle & equipment provided •PLUS medical, dental, vision, & life insurance
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• Must be able to work outdoors • HS Diploma or GED • Abilit y to work OT & weekends • Must have valid driver’s license with safe driving record
Apply today: www.workatusic.com We are an Equal Opportunity Employer UPSCALE HOTEL AND SPA for dogs in Carmel seeks additional staff: We are seeking excellent candidates for the following positions: Boarding Attendant and Front Desk Attendant Our staff works as a team and we require a team minded spirit, client satisfaction driven, detail oriented, professional, and dog loving candidates. Full and Part time positions available. If you meet and exceed these criteria, we want to hear from you. Email your resume or contact and employment history information to: Kim@happydoghotelandspa.com
JOIN OUR TEAM With more than 30 years of experience in the special-events industry, Ritz Charles specializes in innovative, upscale and superior services. With our fast-paced, energetic work environment, we have a need for motivated individuals who can provide excellent customer service. If you are looking to join a company with a dedication to customer service and a friendly atmosphere, Ritz Charles has bartending, banquet server, kitchen and set-up positions available! If you are interested in learning more about our company, please contact Kate McGowan at employment@ritzcharles.com. EOE.
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