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analyze samples taken in Indiana health care facilities, including nursing homes and emergency In a continuing effort to slow the spread of the rooms, in an effort to increase the state’s ability new coronavirus, Indiana officials to conduct testing for COVID-19. As Lilly’s testing PANDEMIC have made numerous capacity expands, Lilly and the ISDH will changes to everyday life work together to increase testing. in the past week to combat the pandemic. On March 12, Holcomb announced steps On March 16, Indiana announced it the state is enacting to reduce the spread would adhere to the Centers for Disease of the new coronavirus, including initially Control and Prevention guidance for large limiting most gatherings to 250 people events and mass gatherings. The guidance and giving school corporations a 20-day recommends no in-person events of more waiver of required school days. Gatherings Holcomb than 50 people to limit close interactions are now limited to 50, with the CDC recomand the potential spread of COVID-19, the disease mending no more than 10 if possible. stemming from the new coronavirus. Events include any gathering of people who are As of press time, at least 273 public school in one room or a single space at the same time, districts are closed, are using e-learning days or such as cafeterias, churches, stadiums, meeting are on spring break and have announced a future and conference rooms and auditoriums, according closure, according to the Indiana State Dept. of to the ISDH. The guidance applies to professional, Health. The Dept. of Education is working with the social, community and similar gatherings. remaining school corporations to determine next The measures all came less than a week after steps. the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb said bars, nightclubs a pandemic, forcing nations around the world to and restaurants are required to close dine-in serrespond accordingly. vices and can only provide takeout and delivery Last week, an adult Marion County resident services through the end of March. treated for the new coronavirus died, marking InHolcomb also signed an executive order March diana’s first COVID-19 death. 17 announcing additional directives, including an “A family today is suffering the ultimate loss executive order that requires the Indiana National due to COVID-19, and this sadly underscores how Guard to be on duty and assist in the state’s efsevere the virus can be – especially for some forts to combat COVID-19. high-risk Hoosiers,” Holcomb stated. “The state is The governor’s executive order also delays taking unprecedented actions to slow the spread non-essential public meetings. For essential of COVID-19, and every Hoosier should follow the meetings, one member is required to be physically precautionary measures.” present, but other members are allowed to particiThe resident was above the age of 60 and had pate electronically. been hospitalized for COVID-19 and also suffered On March 18, the ISDH and Eli Lilly and Co. anfrom underlying medical conditions, according to nounced a partnership, with support from the the ISDH. Food and Drug Administration, to accelerate testAnother Indiana resident has since died from ing in Indiana for COVID-19. the disease. “This partnership between the Indiana State “I cannot stress this enough - if you are ill, stay Department of Health and Eli Lilly and Company home. If you need to seek medical care, call ahead will be transformational in our efforts to accelso that your health care provider can take steps erate testing for COVID-19,” Holcomb stated. “We to protect others from exposure to COVID-19,” State are grateful for Lilly’s dedication to the health and Health Commissioner Kris Box stated. “We all have safety of Hoosiers as we continue to put all of our a role to play to protect Hoosiers from this illness, focus into slowing the spread.” and the time to act is now.” Eli Lilly will use its research laboratories to

DISPATCHES Altrusa of Indianapolis seeks members – Altrusa of Indianapolis is looking for new members. For more than 100 years, Altrusa clubs have attracted members who share an interest in working together and serving the community. Altrusa of Indianapolis supports several local programs in the greater Indianapolis area. If interested, email altrusaindy@gmail.com or visit facebook.com/ altrusaindy. Aktion Club looking for members – The Aktion Club of Lawrence began earlier this year and is currently seeking new members. The Aktion Club is the only service club for adults with disabilities in the Lawrence area, and is part of Kiwanis International’s family of Service Leadership Programs. For those interesting in joining or learning more, email Dave Humes at davehumes@comcast.net. 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.

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Some restaurants remain open, others close By Ann Marie Shambaugh, Mark Ambrogi and Anna Skinner annmarie@youarecurrent.com mark@youarecurrent.com anna@youarecurrent.com Gov. Eric Holcomb ordered restaurants to stop offering dineCORONAVIRUS in service March 17 through at least the end of the month to help prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, leaving local restaurant owners scrambling to figure out how to adapt. Jeremiah Hamman, owner of Prodigy Burger Bar and Prime 47 steakhouse in Carmel, doesn’t agree with the governor’s decision. He said he believes social distancing can be safely practiced at restaurants with a few modifications. “Allow the restaurants to space out tables, use their best judgment, operate at 50 percent capacity instead of 100 percent. Allow them to stay open and serve, providing they are meeting certain requirements,” said Hamman, who plans to institute carry-out and delivery service at his restaurants. “How can (the governor) decide all

bars and restaurants must shut down, but hanced disinfectant procedures, we sure do like to see our customers,” he said. grocery stores are open and you are going to have thousands of people in your store Chatham Tap Fishers is even offering beer for carry-out. A Facebook status from at the same time? I think it’s a terrible Chatham Tap states: decision.” His biggest concern, however, is for his “Effective Tuesday, March 17, Chatham Tap Mass Ave/Chatham Tap Fishers/Chatham employees. He plans to pay them during the restrictions but knows not every restaurant Tap Butler will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and only for takeout or third-party delivery owner will be able to do that. service. We will continue to “I wish (Holcomb) would “How can (the governor) consider what he has done provide updates through our decide all bars and web and social media sites as to the service industry restaurants must shut down, the current situation evolves. employees,” Hamman said. “We’re blessed and fortunate but grocery stores are open “Additionally, beer from and you are going to have Saint Joseph Brewery is availand in a situation where we are going to figure out a way thousands of people in your able for carryout in 64 oz. and store at the same time? I 32 oz. containers during this to pay ours. There are a lot of think it’s a terrible decision.” time at Chatham Tap Mass. places that aren’t. I’m really - Jeremiah Hamman Ave., Chatham Tap Butler and concerned for the economy Chatham Tap Fishers. Availand what is going to happen able beers will be posted on www.Chathamto them.” Don Main, owner of Puccini’s Pizza & Tap.com soon. “Our plan is to reopen dine-in service Pasta, already offered delivery through immediately after we are told it is safe to DoorDash and is planning to add in-house do so.” delivery drivers. He also plans to add curbOther restaurants, such as Pure Eatery side pickup service. in Fishers, are closing until full service “Of course, normal carry-out is welcome, resumes. and while we will still be maintaining en-

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DISPATCHES Conner Prairie closes – In alignment with its peer organizations and recommendations from the CDC and Gov. Eric Holcomb, Conner Prairie will be closed through March 30 to limit potential exposure to and spread of COVID-19. This is a total closure, including exhibits and all scheduled special events. County parks remain open – Although Hamilton County Parks and Recreation has canceled all park programs, events and facility rentals through April 15, the grounds and facilities will remain open until the department is directed to close them. Staff are taking additional steps to clean high-touch surfaces. FHS students awarded Chick Evans Scholarship – Kyle Gabbard and Richard Hutchinson, students at Fishers High School, recently were awarded the Chick Evans Scholarship, a four-year full housing and tuition scholarship. The scholarship is part of the Western Golf Association and is awarded to students who caddie. Gabbard and Hutchinson caddie for the Meridian Hills Country Club.

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Jail takes preventive steps By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com

rive. They also are immediately evaluated by the jail’s medical staff. So far, there have been no positive The Indiana State Dept. of Health is encases of coronavirus, which causes the couraging social distancing to prevent the COVID-19 disease, inside the jail. spread of coro“The good news is we have an PANDEMIC navirus, but that in-house medical unit and 24/7 action may prove medical coverage inside the jail, difficult in certain situations, such so we have our own little self-conas the close quarters of the Hamiltained hospital,” Quakenbush said. ton County Jail. “We would be able to treat people But Sheriff Dennis Quakenbush there if (needed). If something said the Hamilton County Sheriff’s becomes higher risk or (someone) Quakenbush Office is doing its part to keep needs to go out to a hospital, we officers and inmates safe. would utilize local hospitals for treatThe HCSO has canceled all public jail ment, but we don’t anticipate a large need tours and is not allowing face-to-face for that.” visits. Although some staff can work from “Most of our visits are done electronihome, the HSCO is not cutting back on cally, anyway, so there were not a lot (of essential services. in-person visitors) other than some attorney visits face-to-face,” Quakenbush said. The jail’s medical unit has negative air “Those are now happening through the flow, which aids in preventing contamiTelmate system, which is like FaceTime, nation or viruses spreading through the specifically, for jail.” facility. Jail officials established new protoQuakenbush said higher-risk inmates, cols several weeks ago, such as asking such as older ones with preexisting mediscreening questions and taking the temcal conditions, are already being observed perature of new inmates when they armore closely.

Humane Society remains open; CDC claims pets can’t spread COVID-19 news@currentinfishers.com Although the Humane Society for Hamilton County will remain open and fully operational, it is canceling PANDEMIC all March events in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Events will be rescheduled for April or later. It also is limiting building traffic to no more than 10 people at a time. People visiting the Humane Society at this time may be asked to wait in their car or experience longer wait times. The HSHC will continue accepting lost, stray or unwanted animals. A statement from the HSHC stated the following:

“This is an ideal time for you to introduce a pet to your family and infuse what is a very difficult time with some joy and purpose. To better facilitate this process to ensure social distancing, your entire family will not be required to come into the shelter to meet a prospective pet (some exceptions may apply and will simply require a longer hold period until restrictions are lifted).” It is already standard protocol for staff and volunteers to ensure the building is clean and sanitary. The Centers for Disease Control has claimed to date that there is no evidence that companion animals can spread COVID-19.

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Maintain fitness with home workout Commentary by Seth Tucker During the widespread shutdowns and self-quarantines, our gym routines may have taken a hit. It is more EXERCISE important than ever to maintain our health and fitness. This circuit-style bodyweight workout allows you to stay active even from home. Perform this workout three times a week with at least one day of rest between workouts. These exercises can be adjusted to varying levels of fitness and the focus should be on controlled movements and full range of motion. If you aren’t able to move all the way through the full range of motion, that’s OK. Do the best you can and increase your range as you improve. The squat and pushup can be made more difficult by slowing down each rep for a 5-second count on the lowering portion and a 5-second count on the way back up. You can decrease the difficulty of the squat by placing a low chair or block behind you to sit down and stand up from, while the pushups can be made easier by doing them from your knees or placing your hands on an elevated surface such as a chair or ledge. For the bear crawl, start in a pushup position, hands shoulder-width apart and knees bent. Move the left hand and the right leg forward to start crawling. Alternate the arm and leg movements while keeping the back straight and the hips and shoulders at the same height. For the bird dog, get on all fours with your hands underneath your shoulders and your knees below your hips. Keeping your head in line with your back and parallel

to the ground, extend your right arm and left leg straight until they are parallel to the ground. Hold the position for 5 to 10 seconds, then slowly lower to the starting position. Alternate for reps.

AT-HOME WORKOUT CIRCUIT Warm up • 20-minute walk Circuit • Bodyweight squat — 10 reps • Pushup — 10 reps • Forward lunge — 5 reps each leg • Lateral lunge — 5 reps each leg • Bear crawl — approximately 20 feet • 30-60 second rest and repeat for four rounds Cool down • Bird dog — 5 reps each side with 5to 10-second hold

Seth Tucker is an ACE-certified personal trainer located in Noblesville. For questions about fitness or training, email Seth at sethdtucker@gmail.com

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Lawrence Central High School junior Tyrese Temple prepares chicken in the Bernie’s Place kitchen. (Photos by Anna Skinner)

HANDS-ON LEARNING By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com

Although Lawrence schools are temporarily closed due to COVER STORY the COVID-19 pandemic, Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township students are learning the true meaning of hands-on experience at the McKenzie Career Center. In their culinary classes, students operate a restaurant in the career center that is open to the public. Bernie’s Place originally opened at Lawrence North High School under a different name, but it changed locations when the McKenzie Career Center was built and was named after founder Bernard K. McKenzie. The restaurant previously was operated out of a classroom but expanded to a full commercial kitchen when the career center was remodeled in 2017. The restaurant is on the west side of the career center, 7250 E. 75th St. “The entrance is a public entrance, so on the other side is the Studio 75 salon (also operated by students out of the career center), and it’s open to the public, too,” Director of Communications Dana Altemeyer said. “Obviously, the hours are

more limited because it’s based on student availability but anyone can come. “This is a public restaurant.” Many of the restaurant’s guests are teachers or school administrators, but the restaurant is steadily gaining popularity through word of mouth. Culinary 1 students learn about the industry and receive certifications such as ServSafe, and Culinary 2 students run the restaurant. They work as servers, hosts and cooks, among other positions. They are not paid, but the hours they work count for college credit. Because there are no paid employees, food prices are much lower than regular restaurants. “There’s a large retired crowd that comes in,” Altemeyer said. “If you’re on (a) fixed income, you can come out to lunch for these prices and go and get hair and nails done (at Studio 75). We have a lot of folks come here and then go over to the salon. The traffic at Bernie’s has really increased since the renovations.” Bernie’s Place is open 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday through Friday while school is in session. Because students can’t accept gratuity, any tips go toward field trips and

An example of the Bernie’s Place menu.

MSDLT students operate public restaurant to earn college credit, certificates

career-related experiences. For example, students have visited Cheesecake Factory for lunch with a behind-the-scenes tour of the kitchen. “We talk about college and career pathways and graduating students who are ready for that next step for whatever it is,” Altemeyer said. “Perhaps they want to go right into the world of work. Well, they’re leaving us with skills where they can be gainfully employed. They are getting credit hours through Ivy Tech for this program.” Each of the McKenzie Career Center programs has an advisory board to educate students. “All of the programs have an advisory board, or professionals in the field, that come together once a semester to review curriculum,” Altemeyer said. “It’s like a

professional audit of the program to make sure what they’re doing is relevant and current and what the industry expects.” Thaddeus Payton, a junior at Lawrence North High School, is enrolled in the Culinary 2 program. His favorite part of working at Bernie’s Place is serving tables. “I like being a server,” he said. “I’m used to talking to people, so I like doing that and it’s easy for me to do this.” Payton plans to go into the culinary field after college and potentially start his own restaurant. Approximately 180 students are enrolled in the culinary program at the McKenzie Career Center. Bernie’s Place menu items include salads, sandwiches and side options. Prices range from $3 to $4 per item, which are all a la carte. For more, visit mckenzie.ltschools.org.

2017 UPDATES In 2017, the McKenzie Career Center underwent a $6 million upgrade that has benefitted Bernie’s Place. In addition to creating a space on the west side of the building to house Bernie’s Place and Studio 75, the McKenzie Career

Center also was equipped with a new camera system and new kitchen equipment and recevied an HVAC upgrade and improvements to the parking lot on the west and south sides.

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Speak clearly

Coronavirus brings us together

Commentary by Terry Anker “It is not like we’re not trying to make sure that bad stuff doesn’t happen by not doing things that we used to do.” Hmm. We’re not sure what is not meant to happen ... or to happen ... or to not, not happen. It is all so confusing. In a time where clarity of communication is most important, why are so many continuing to cloud the air with doublespeak, jargon and insider lingo? The negative, especially the double negative, is, well, doubly troubling in doubly troubling conditions. What do we need to do? What is the standard? When do we need to do it? The truth of the matter, whatever the “truth” may be – and whatever the “matter” may be, for that matter – is too often intentionally construed to prevent good-intentioned folks from understanding what the heck is going on. Not intended to attack him, as many others will likely follow, but if the mayor of New York City is calling for “required shelter in place,” what is he saying? Would it be better to say martial law? Would we understand that expression any better or worse? Are they the same? How are they different? Could they mean the Marshall Law? Noted 19th-century British economist Alfred Marshall said, “There are no economic tendencies which act as steadily and can be measured as exactly as gravitation can, and consequently, there are no laws of economics which can be compared for precision with the law of gravitation.” What? It is probably not this one. A speaker’s desire to manipulate an audience with a convolution of language risks considerable misunderstanding by the listener. Perhaps, that it is the intention. Anyone attempting to sell anything to anybody is prone to play the word game. Should we accept it as unavoidable or demand clarity?

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.

Addressing viral elephant in the room Commentary by Danielle Wilson Hmm. What to talk about this week? The aftermath of the convergence of Friday the 13th with my hormonal fluctuHUMOR ations three days after a full moon? The return of two-thirds of my college kids for spring break that has already necessitated multiple Meijer runs and ear plugs? Bore-ing! But if not the mundane, upon what else could I possibly pontificate? Should I just acknowledge the morbidly obese elephant in the room and be done? Coronavirus. There, I said it. But part of my self-care plan is to limit exposure to conversations surrounding the pandemic, which in my humble-yet-superior opinion is fueling unnecessary anxiety. I understand and completely support the closing of schools and cancellation of events (though I am suffering from acute March Sadness), but I cannot wrap my head around the ensuing mass hysteria. And I can’t avoid it, either. To wit, I was at the grocery stocking up

on milk and toilet paper – for the aforementioned invasion of my coed-locusts, not for the mandated lockdown of society – when I happened to pass a store employee carrying an empty Charmin box. I’d heard rumors of a TP shortage, so I turned down the aisle to grab a few rolls. Coming from the other direction was a guy also seemingly intent on scoring an eight-pack. There was one left. Ah, hell, no. I sprinted down that aisle like I was in the last few moments of the Olympic 100-meter dash. I actually hurdled a discarded Bounty paper towel bundle. And for what? Some toilet paper? CV doesn’t even cause diarrhea! No thanks. I’m sticking with the boring hormones and parenting woes. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at info@youarecurrent.com.

Editor, The coronavirus has brought us all together in finally being conscious of cleaning public and private areas. If everyone is encouraged to stay home, now is the time to clean your home thoroughly, including drawers, closets, cluttered rooms, the garage, the yard and other areas needed which may include your cluttered neighborhood. Every weekend, there are events that encourage us to leave our homes to participate. It is now time to spend time with our families at home and work together in getting longtime listed chores done. It also is time for institutions, businesses and public entertainment areas to be cleaned everywhere within. Sweeping and mopping floors and cleaning windows in public areas is not enough, and that seems to be all that was done in the past. All areas where human hands touch need to be cleaned. We will all be the better for this collective participation. Mari Briggs, Sheridan It is now time to spend time with our families at home and work together in getting longtime listed chores done.

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An alternative narrative Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Most cable systems have a feature called Video Description. A narrator describes what is going on during scenes, allowing the visually impaired to fully HUMOR enjoy the show. For example, if you are watching a cop show, you might hear: Narrator: “Sgt. Voight removes the gun from his holster and places it on the desk.” The other day I hit the wrong button and accidentally enabled the Video Description feature. We tried everything, but we couldn’t turn it off. Eventually, we just closed our eyes. That was way simpler than Googling: How do I silence the guy who keeps telling us what is happening in the scene when we can see it ourselves? I wonder what a Video Description would be like if someone narrated a day in the lives of the Wolfsies. It would start with breakfast. “Dick, would you like some fresh-pressed carrot and spinach juice?” “Sure. Thanks!” Narrator: “While Mary Ellen moves to the other side of the kitchen to feed the cat, Dick pours the green liquid down the drain, then smiles, holding up the empty glass and pretending he drank it in one gulp.” Later in the car: “Dick, this is our exit coming up.” “Oh! Thank you, Mary Ellen. Or should I call you Siri?” Narrator: “Mary Ellen glances out the passenger window. Dick shakes his head, annoyed that Mary Ellen thought he couldn’t

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find their own neighborhood.” At dinner: “Dick, please sit closer to the table. I don’t want any spaghetti sauce to spill on our new carpet.” “Don’t worry, I’m very careful when I eat.” Narrator: “Mary Ellen begins to talk to their son, Brett. Dick notices that some marinara sauce landed on the floor. Mary Ellen sees Dick stealing a glance at the mess. Dick bends down to blot the red stain. Mary Ellen points to the floor and mouths the words, ‘Look, he did it again,’ to Brett.” The next morning: “Mary Ellen, I can’t find my cellphone.” “Sometimes you leave it in your robe pocket. Did you look there?” “Of course, that’s the first place I looked.” Narrator: “Mary Ellen goes to front door to get the newspaper. Dick runs into the bathroom and finds his phone in his robe pocket, then runs back to the living room and sticks the phone between the couch cushions. Mary Ellen returns.” “Hey, guess what. I found it here in the couch.” Narrator: “Mary Ellen turns away and rolls her eyes. The camera follows Dick to the basement where he sits at his computer and begins his column for this week, all about Video Descriptions.”

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

“I wonder what a Video Description would be like if someone narrated a day in the lives of the Wolfsies. It would start with breakfast.” NOTICE OF ADOPTION To the taxpayers of the City of Fishers, Hamilton County, Indiana. You are hereby notified that on March 23, 2020, the Common Council for the City of Fishers, Hamilton County, Indiana, pursuant to notice heretofore given, and under and by virtue of Indiana Code section 36-9-15.5, duly adopted a plan whereby a Cumulative Capital Development Fund was established for all applicable uses stated within Indiana Code section 36-9-15.5. The fund will be provided for by a property tax rate of Five Cents ($0.05) on each one hundred dollars ($100.00) of taxable real and personal property within the taxing unit beginning in 2020 payable in 2021 and thereafter, continuing until reduced or rescinded. Fifty (50) or more taxpayers in the taxing unit who will be affected by the tax rate and corresponding levy may file a petition with the Hamilton County Auditor not later than noon 30 days after the publication of this Notice setting forth their objections to the proposed cumulative fund. Upon the filing of the petition, the County Auditor shall immediately certify the same to the Department of Local Government Finance, at which point the Department will fix a date for and conduct a public hearing on the proposed cumulative fund before issuing its approval, disapproval, or modification thereof. Dated this 24th day of March, 2020. CITY OF FISHERS, /s/ Christopher P. Greisl City Attorney One Municipal Drive Fishers, IN 46038

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Hospitals reduce visitation, deny elective surgeries By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Several area hospitals have increased visitor restrictions and postponed elective surgeries to make CORONAVIRUS room and conserve resources for a potential influx in patients due to COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus. ASCENSION ST. VINCENT Effective March 17, all elective, non-urgent surgeries at Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis are postponed. The hospital also has increased visitor restrictions. All patients and visitors will be screened for the presence of fever and respiratory symptoms. For inpatient surgeries, patients having the surgery will be allowed one visitor upon arrival for their procedure. Once the procedure is complete, the visitor will exit the hospital. Virtual communication will be allowed. For patients having outpatient surgery, one visitor will be allowed to stay with the patient until the patient is discharged. For patients having pediatric surgery, children 17 and younger will have one parent or guardian stay with them

post-procedure. Visitors will not be allowed to see patients with COVID-19 unless it is an end-of-life situation. For more, visit healthcare.ascension.org. COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK Community Health Network tightened visitor restrictions March 13. Visitors are not allowed at Community Hospital North, Community Hospital East, Community Hospital South, Community Heart and Vascular Hospital, Community Behavioral Health, Community Howard Regional Health and Community Hospital Anderson. However, exceptions will be considered for the following areas where patients will be allowed one visitor per room: the NICU, OB/delivery, pediatrics, the emergency department, inpatient surgery for the day of surgery only, outpatient surgery, outpatient provider appointments, end-of-life situations, behavioral health treatment/discharge planning and discharge plan coaching on the day of discharge only. Community Health Network also has postponed elective, non-urgent surgeries For more, visit ecommunity.com. IU HEALTH Indiana University Health has increased

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Center for the Performing Arts President/CEO Jeff McDermott is trying to reschedule as many postponed shows as possible. (File photo)

with the cancellations. The Center will work to reschedule the canceled events as feasible, according to a press release. The Center will continue to follow the guidance of public safety officials and will reassess the suspension as needed. Offices will remain in operation during standard business hours. The box office and the Great American Songbook Exhibit Gallery at the Palladium will be closed to the public through May 11, but ticket sales for events not affected by the suspension will continue online at thecenterpresents.org or by phone at 317-843-3800. Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre officials have announced the remaining performances of “Saturday Night Fever” and the upcoming scheduled production of “An American in Paris” have been canceled. “Saturday Night Fever” was scheduled to run through March 29 and “An American in Paris” was scheduled to start April 2. Ticket holders for those shows will be contacted by Beef & Boards box office staff with op-

tions available to them. At this time, Beef & Boards plans to reopen with the opening of “The Sound of Music” as scheduled May 14. For more, beefandboards.com Civic Theatre Civic Theatre had to postpone “A Few Good Men” March 13, the day the show was supposed to open at the Studio Theater. The restrictions also forced Civic to shut down “Matilda The Musical,” which was set to open April 24. It is uncertain when or if the shows will be rescheduled. In the meantime, all ticket holders will be contacted and provided refunds or the option to donate the purchase amount to Civic Theatre to help defray costs associated with the cancellations. “The magic of live theatre is fundamental to our patrons, volunteers and staff. We are heartbroken at the postponement of ‘A Few Good Men’ and ‘Matilda the Musical,’’ Civic Theatre Executive Artistic Director Michael Lasley stated. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

Actors Theatre of Indiana ATI has postponed “Damn Yankees,” which was scheduled to open April 24, and the May 5 ATI Theatre Lab reading of “Provenance.” ATI co-founder Don Farrell said the plan is to move both into the 2020-2021 season. “The decision to delay programming places an incredible financial strain on ATI,” Farrell said in a note to supporters. “Please consider making a donation today so that when this crisis ends - and it will - Actors Theatre of Indiana will still be right here waiting for you with open arms, ready to reflect all the best parts of our shared humanity.” For more, visit atistage.org. Indiana Repertory Theatre Indiana Repertory Theatre officials said they have made the tough decision to cancel the rest of the 2019-20 season. “This is devastating news for our staff and artists, and we do not make this decision lightly. We thank our loyal patrons for your patience as we move forward in these unprecedented times,” Artistic Director Janet Allen and Managing Director Suzanne Sweeney said in a statement. “Our ticket office will be in touch with patrons who purchased ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ tickets to best accommodate the closing of this production as well as the closing of the season. As you can imagine, our customer service staff is experiencing high volumes of requests at this time, and we ask that you await their contact.” For “Murder on the Orient Express” ticket holders, the IRT, in partnership with WFYI, is offering ticket holders a taped performance of “Murder on the Orient Express.” Details on accessing the show online will be offered soon. For more, visit irtlive.com/support. Westfield Playhouse Main Street Productions has postponed “A Raisin in the Sun,” set to run March 20 to April 5 at the Westfield Playhouse. Director Nancy Lafferty said she hopes the performances will be held later in May or another later date. Meanwhile, Main Street Productions’ staging of “Rumors,” which was supposed to open May 8, has been postponed until the 2022-23 season. For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.

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