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Constituents deliver boos to Spartz at Westfield town hall
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz wants to have a conversation.
POLITICS
That was the overarching sentiment of the congresswoman — who represents Indiana’s 5th District — as she faced down more than 300 residents during a town hall meeting March 28 at the IMMI Conference Center in Westfield.
The rowdy crowd was mostly unfriendly toward the Noblesville Republican, now in her third term, during a two-hour question-and-answer exchange on topics like President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, the Department of Government Efficiency, the Department of Education, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, the budget, taxes, immigration, tariffs and the war between Russia and Ukraine. The majority of the crowd booed and jeered throughout the session as Spartz answered questions.
Spartz began the discussion talking about the budget. She said the 2024 budget includes a $2 trillion shortfall — one that cannot be fixed unless and until Congress learns to work together. Spartz said the success of the country depends on members of both sides of the aisle coming together for a conversation.
“No one wants to work with President Trump,” she said. “Democrats do not want to work on (bipartisanship). We must keep promises to people — that’s what has to happen.”
Although Spartz took several questions throughout the town hall, she offered few solutions, instead leaning back into the message that Congress cannot function properly while hopelessly divided.
On health care and the potential for Trump to close the CDC, Spartz said the agency was caught unprepared during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We need to make sure (agencies) are held accountable and that is no longer the
case anymore,” she said.
When asked about the deportation of undocumented immigrants or noncitizens with legal status, Spartz’s answers became impossible to decipher when the crowds’ boos drowned her out after she said those who break the law would face consequences.
Asked if she would support an independent judiciary, Spartz sidestepped the question to reiterate that Congress needs to focus on working together. She said although she’s not always in favor of President Trump’s executive orders, until Congress can work together, the orders are one of the few ways things can get done.
“My oath is to the Constitution and I take it very seriously,” Spartz said. “A
lot of things that President Trump does, I do not like. But Congress (is) a broken system.”
Members of the audience were briefly in agreement with Spartz as she chastised Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. But things changed quickly when she expressed support for Trump dealing personally with Vladimir Putin.
More than 100 protestors stood outside the IMMI center with signs chanting “do your job” as Spartz spoke inside. Dozens of people stood up and walked out about halfway through the town hall.
The Westfield Police Department was on hand at the event, where there were no disturbances outside of the jeers of the crowd.
Around 100 protestors stand outside a town hall hosted by U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz in Westfield March 28.
(Photos by Marney Simon)
U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz held a town hall for about 300 people at IMMI Conference Center in Westfield March 28.
DISPATCHES
Westfield’s Quaker roots event — The Westfield Washington Historical Society & Museum will host featured speaker Thomas Hamm, professor of history and Quaker scholar in residence at Earlham College in Richmond, Va., for a special program at 7 p.m. April 15 at Westfield City Hall, 130 Penn St. Hamm will discuss Quakers, the Underground Railroad and the anti-slavery movement in Hamilton County. Admission is free. RSVP at facebook.com/ WestfieldHistory.
Duke Energy Infrastructure Upgrades — Duke Energy will begin making system upgrades in April along power line circuits near its substation at 69th Street and Oak Ridge Road in Westfield. Work will help strengthen the local electric grid to make it more resistant to severe weather and help restore power outages faster. Residents near the project have been notified by mail. Those traveling through the area may notice flagging and line trucks while work is underway. Residents with questions should email Indianainfrastructureengagement@duke-energy.com.
Local real estate agent honored — Weichert, Realtors EPG recently announced Carrie Clark of Westfield was honored by the national franchise organization, Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., for exceptional real estate performance in 2024. Clark received the Ambassador Club level honor, which is given to those who achieved specified production requirements in gross commission income or units closed in 2024. Weichert Realtors EPG is an independently owned and operated Weichert affiliate. Learn more at weichertepg.com.
Spring Swing — Westfield Welcome hosts Spring Swing, presented by Centier Bank, April 19 at The Bridgewater Club. The event will combine previous Daddy-Daughter and Mother-Son dances with the addition of a new “Someone Special” session, for groups such as whole families, youths with mentors, grandparents and grandchildren, daughters and mothers, sons and fathers and any special someone. The day will feature three sessions — Someone Special at 2 p.m.; Mother-Son at 4:30 p.m.; and Daddy-Daughter at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 each. Learn more at westfieldin.gov/393/Spring-Swing.
Westfield Washington students get life-ready, brick by brick
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Westfield Washington Schools students in each of the district’s six elementary schools recently competed in the annual Lego House Builders Competition.
EDUCATION
The students, with support from their coaches, practiced building skills while being mentored by local professionals in architecture, construction, interior design and engineering. Students worked in pairs to construct Lego houses within 60 minutes, adhering to specific design criteria and applying the skills they developed during their practice sessions.
The projects were presented to judges who weighed the outcomes based on collaboration, communication, creativity and perseverance. Students were honored with certificates of achievement at four levels — Master Builder, Advanced Builder, Skilled Builder and Novice Builder.
“This competition is an incredible opportunity for our students to experience hands-on learning and explore potential careers in design and construction,” WWS
Jonathan Haggarty, right, from Meyer Najem Construction judges WWS student creations at the Lego House Builders Competition. (Photo courtesy of Westfield Washington Schools)
instructional coach and event coordinator Karen Gorgan stated. “It fosters creativity, teamwork and critical thinking — essential skills for future success.”
Judges were J.R. Pettit, project superintendent at CORE Construction; Kathryn Roche, interior designer at Schmidt Associates; Jonathan Haggarty, executive vice president at Meyer Najem Construction; Jenny Davy, manager of orientation and training services at Integrity Learning Center; Mirlege Castor, project engineer at Garmong Construction; Will Wingfield, road project and planning study communica-
tions expert; Ron Hitch, manager of control systems at Allison Transmission; Susan Ottinger, textile specialist, seamstress and librarian; Tyler Herring, Ball State University architect school graduate; Danielle Carey-Tolan, Westfield deputy mayor; Michelle Walker, special education teacher; and Colin Schermann, preconstruction manager at Meyer Najem Construction. Team coaches were Jody Simms, Carey Ridge Elementary School; Karen Grogan, Maple Glen Elementary School; Emily Wong, Monon Trail Elementary School; Mattie Stautzenbach, Oak Trace Elementary
in the Lego House Builders Competition.
School; Tiffany Timme, Shamrock Spring Elementary School; and Sandy Nerney, Washington Woods Elementary School.
“The collaboration between our schools and community professionals highlights the strength of our community and the value we place on real-world learning experiences for students,” Westfield Washington Schools Superintendent Paul Kaiser stated.
Westfield Washington Schools began the competition in 2017 to bring awareness of building and building-related careers to elementary students.
Students from each of Westfield Washington Schools’ elementary schools participate
Westfield wants artists
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DESIGN
The City of Westfield, its economic development team and Indianapolis-based nonprofit PATTERN, Inc. have partnered to create a public art installation at Grand Junction Plaza.
The city is seeking artists to digitally design original artwork for the exterior of a refurbished and decommissioned IndyGo bus that will serve as a pop-up retail space. The “Rolling Canvas” bus will include artwork designed to feature the heritage and character of Westfield.
Fabrication and installation of the work is expected by late April or early May.
Eligible artists must be 18 or older; must be willing to meet all contractual obligations and adhere to a strict budget and timeline; must be willing to allow PATTERN Inc. and/or the city to use the final design for other purposes and/or at other locations; and must provide the signed affidavit for acknowledgement of originality and intellectual property.
Selected artists or teams will be paid a $1,000 commission, half paid upon selection
and the remainder paid upon completion.
Representatives from the City and PATTERN, Inc. will review submitted proposals and select a final artist to design the “Rolling Canvas” bus.
The deadline for submission is 11:59 p.m. April 16. Submit proposals to Claire Gelinas at cgelinas@westfield.in.gov. Applications should include resume, cover letter, concept design, examples of previous work and a completed and signed acknowledgement affidavit of originality and intellectual property ownership.
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The City of Westfield is planning for a new public art installation at Grand Junction Plaza. (File photo)
WPD focuses on training
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
As the Westfield Police Department works on its strategic planning, one area of focus is officer training. The department wrapped up the public input portion of the strategic plan development process last month. WPD Chief Shawn Keen said the final plan will set goals for crime prevention strategies, growth and staffing. He said proper training plays a key role in preparedness.
“One of the things we’re looking at in the strategic plan is the construction of the new police department,” Keen said. “With that, a big component of that will be training as far as hosting training. We have 10 classes scheduled this year. And what that does, that enables us to determine what the needs are of our officers and then set up to host those schools.”
Keen said hosting training sessions in Westfield not only expands officers’ knowledge but keeps costs down.
“A class might have 30 or 40 slots in it, but because we host it, we’ll get three to four slots on that class free for our officers,” he said. “So, the other benefit is, I don’t have to pay to send them someplace else to go to class. Then you have to pay per diem (for) travel, hotel, all those things are involved. As we build this new building, that’s what we want to focus on — bringing in people to Westfield. We want to be the center point for law enforcement training. So that benefits the community because it reduces our training costs, but also exponentially increases the amount of training that these officers are receiving.”
Keen said training focuses on a variety of areas including field training, officer training and investigations.
“We want the crime rate to stay very low, just like it is,” he said. “But we want officers to be prepared to be able to handle any type of call that they go to and feel that they’re adequately trained. So, that’s a big focus of the strategic plan — a lot more training than what we’ve seen going forward.”
Learn more about the WPD at facebook. com/WestfieldPD.
Ivy Tech Day is April 8
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The Hamilton County Commissioners have proclaimed April 8, 2025, as Ivy Tech Day in Hamilton County.
In honor of Ivy Tech Day, the county will illuminate the Hamilton County Courthouse and the Noblesville Bridge of Flowers in green, Ivy Tech’s school color, symbolizing the county’s commitment to education and workforce development.
Hamilton County will join campuses across the state in celebrating Ivy Tech Day — a day of giving and community impact dedicated to supporting student success. This year, the Hamilton County campus has set a goal of raising $30,000 to fund programs, building upgrades and student resources — building on the $25,000 raised last year.
Me-Me Pruitt, director of marketing and communication at Ivy Tech Hamilton County, said that since opening as a fullfledged campus in 2021, Ivy Tech Hamilton County has expanded from serving just
The county will illuminate the Hamilton County Courthouse and the Noblesville Bridge of Flowers in green for Ivy Tech Day April 8.
(Photo courtesy of Me-Me Pruitt)
over 500 students to supporting more than 8,500 students. In addition to its growing student population, Pruitt said the campus has helped Hamilton County families save more than $4.4 million in college tuition costs through its dual credit programming, which allows high school students to earn college credits at no cost.
Several ticketed events will be presented to help the campus meet its fundraising goals, such as a breakfast with Chancellor Kartz, an Ivy Tech Day bash, and a community conversation panel.
Learn more at giveday.ivytech.edu/ hamco.
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Inspiration for Erin’s Law to speak in Carmel
By Les Morris news@Currentinwestfield.com
One of the nation’s most prominent advocates for child sexual abuse prevention education will be in Carmel this month.
FUNDRAISER
Thirty-eight states, including Indiana, have adopted a form of Erin’s Law, named after Erin Merryn, whose story of survival was the driving force behind the legislation that mandates the education in schools.
counties and 115 schools each year. In the 2023-24 school year, Peregrin said ICPYAS presented information to 89,000 students. Peregrin said that one in 10 children experience some form of sexual abuse prior to their 18th birthday, and the rate for girls is 1 in 4.
Merryn will serve as the keynote speaker at the 14th annual Rise Up for Kids Breakfast set for 7:30 to 9 a.m. April 24 at Ritz Charles in Carmel. The event is the largest fundraiser of the year for the Indiana Center for Prevention of Youth Abuse and Suicide, a statewide organization based in Carmel dedicated to empowering youth and adults to recognize, prevent and respond to child abuse and suicide.
ICPYAS Executive Director Melissa Peregrin said the goal of the breakfast is to have 200 people attend and raise $30,000.
“We know that early education and intervention can save lives,” Peregrin said. “So, if we can reach our fundraising goal, we can expand our programs and protect more youth across the state of Indiana.”
The agency serves 11 central Indiana
“Just like you teach your kids to put a helmet on when they ride a bike, we teach them how to keep their bodies safe,” Peregrin said.
Erin’s Law requires schools to implement programs that teach students in grades K-12 techniques to recognize child sexual abuse and the proper way to disclose that information. ICPYAS’s delivery system includes age-appropriate videos which are typically shown in individual classrooms and a toolkit for educators to help them with the process if a child discloses suspected abuse.
“The adult’s response to that is really important for that child’s healing and moving forward,” Peregrin said. “Everything we do is focused on making sure that the child is not retraumatized.”
She emphasizes that the teacher’s response to the alleged abuse should also be gauged so it doesn’t interfere with the investigation or possible prosecution.
For more on the Rise Up for Kids Breakfast or to become a sponsor, visit indianaprevention.org/events.
DISPATCHES
Nature walks at Raymond Worth Park — Westfield resident and naturalist Randall Tatum will guide a hike for all ages from 6 to 7 p.m. April 16 and 9 to 10 a.m. May 4 at Raymond Worth Park, 16301 Little Creek Ave. Participants will explore the park’s flora and fauna and experience the magic of the spring season. The hike is free and open to the public but registration is requested. Learn more at tinyurl. com/3h9jj5n9.
Green Day in Westfield — The City of Westfield Parks and Recreation Department will host a free Green Day event to combine the celebrations of Earth and Arbor Day from 1 to 3 p.m. April 26 at Grand Junction Plaza. Activities will include local organizations and vendors sharing tips and techniques that highlight green practices and ini-
tiatives to practice at home and around the community. The City of Westfield will be giving away free native tree saplings, while supplies last, courtesy of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
Dinner Party on Union tickets available — Reservations are now available for the eighth annual Dinner Party on Union from 6 to 11 p.m. Sept. 13, hosted by the Downtown Westfield Association. Tickets are $400 per couple; $1,600 per eight-person table; and $2,000 per 10-person table. Tickets include a cocktail reception; dinner from Prime 47; and assorted desserts. Live entertainment, a live auction and a silent auction round out the evening. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at tinyurl.com/ wbch5r6a.
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Lions, SOS Club raise funds for Miracle League of Westfield
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The Westfield Lions Club and the Westfield High School Service Over Self club marked their third year of partnering to raise funds at the annual
FUNDRAISER
pancake breakfast March 29 at Westfield High School.
Funds raised at the event benefit Miracle League of Westfield — a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a safe, successful and enjoyable baseball experience for people of all ages with disabilities or special health care needs.
SOS club sponsor Megan Springer organized students who planned, promoted and ran the breakfast. The Westfield Lions provided support by purchasing the supplies and volunteering to serve alongside the club.
The Westfield Lions Club has supported the SOS club since its inception in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Westfield Washington Schools’ Director
of Food Services Paul Sherrer and members of the food service staff assisted with the breakfast.
Learn about the Westfield Lions Club at westfieldlions.org.
Miracle League of Westfield offers adaptive baseball within an accessible stadium at Roundtripper Academy. Learn more at miracleleagueofwestfield.com.
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Miracle League of Westfield player Londyn Hoffman, left, at breakfast with WWS life skills educator Margo Hoaglan. (Photo courtesy of Westfield Lions Club)
First Aid for the Blind, Westfield Lions offer training
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Westfield Lions Club member Kurt Deichmann walks the walk of Lions Club International when it comes to being one of the “Knights of the Blind” — the moniker bestowed on the Lions by Helen Keller.
SERVICES
Deichman is legally blind. In 2023, he launched his business, First Aid for the Blind — an organization that provides immersive training and other services to those with vision loss.
Deichmann was recently the featured speaker at the Westfield Lions Club monthly program night. He introduced the members to the services First Aid for the Blind provides, including 25 individual lessons taught over video conferencing by blind trainers.
The program allows for a “training buddy,” usually a family member or friend, who can attend the lessons with the client to offer moral support and get a
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firsthand look at the new skills and adaptations that are possible for those who are blind or visually impaired.
Devices and services provided by First Aid for the Blind cost $3,500, but Deichman said most of his clients obtain grants to pay for training from the state of Indiana’s Vocational Rehabilitation Department. The organization serves about 50 clients statewide and is in the process of developing a nonprofit fund to assist the cost of care via grants and scholarships.
Deichmann, who suffers from retinitis pigmentosa, has embraced the challenges of his blindness and found ways to utilize technology to significantly improve his quality of life. He uses hightech Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, which have built-in cameras and speakers and connect to the internet Deichmann is available to speak at events and programs. Learn more about First Aid for the Blind at faftb.com.
Master Yoo’s announces annual fundraiser
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Master Yoo’s World Class Tae Kwon Do, a martial arts school with locations in Noblesville, Fishers and Carmel, recently announced its annual exhibition and fundraiser benefiting Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent.
FUNDRAISER
Master Yoo’s ninth annual Board Breaka-Thon will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 19 in the Westfield Middle School gymnasium, 345 W. Hoover St.
The Break-a-Thon is a public event that showcases Master Yoo’s students’ board-breaking skills and different levels of board-breaking techniques. Opening ceremonies begin at 11 a.m. and will feature student demonstrations, presentations and guests from Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Besides advance donations, Master Yoo’s will accept donations during the event.
Since 2013, Master Yoo’s World Class
Tae Kwon Do has partnered with Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent and has raised more than $252,000 for the hospital. This year, students will break more than 3,000 boards with a fundraising goal of $40,000.
Prior to the event, Master Yoo students are participating in individual fundraising efforts, and sponsorship opportunities are available for corporations and small businesses.
For more, visit MasterYooEvents.com or contact 317-733-8800.
Master Yoo’s students with their broken boards at a previous Board Break-a-Thon. (Photo courtesy of Jin Park)
Eagles softball pitcher a hit at mound and plate
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Zionsville Community High School junior softball player Leah Helton’s talent as a pitcher was evident at a young age.
“When I was younger, I didn’t hit that often,” she said. “When I got to high school, I developed more as a hitter and that led into travel softball, too.”
Helton hit .429 last season, but it’s her pitching that still draws the most attention. She has already accepted a scholarship to play for Indiana University.
“She’s been working a ton on her individual strength and endurance as well as her pitch development,” Eagles coach Mike Garrett said. “She’s been pitching since her freshman year. Last year, we were able to give her offense to back up her pitching. That turned our record around. We’ll be a very competitive team with her arm leading the way. We have the bats now and upperclassmen in the lineup to give her
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some run support.”
Last season, the right-handed Helton had a 9-3 record with a 1.52 earned run average and 155 strikeouts. She allowed only 22 walks.
“She has great control,” Garrett said. “We’ll try to keep her fresh for conference games and the postseason.”
Helton said she has worked hard in the weight room.
“I definitely got a lot stronger than I was
Zionsville Community High School junior pitcher
Leah Helton has committed to Indiana University. (Photo courtesy of ZCHS athletics)
last year,” she said. “I definitely prioritized weightlifting and I’ve seen that help my game a lot.”
Strength training has enabled Helton to hit for more power.
“For pitching, I feel like I’ve been able to change speeds better than last year,” she said.
The 5-foot-9 Helton said she is optimistic about the team’s improvement this season, too.
“Having a lot of seniors puts you in a good position because everyone is used to the speed of varsity (play),” she said. “I’m looking forward to competing against a lot
of teams and upholding the reputation we created last year. Our defense is a lot more experienced than last year. If there is a year to get far (in the IHSAA Class 4A tournament), I think it could definitely be this year. A goal for us would be to win state. I think we have the potential to beat any team in Indiana.”
Helton started playing softball at age 7. She played several sports, but softball and cheerleading were her main activities.
“I quit cheer after elementary school to focus on softball,” she said. “In middle school, I did cross country for a year. But I decided I liked practicing for softball a lot more.”
Helton, who plays club softball for the Indiana Magic Gold 16-and-under team, committed to play for IU in October 2024.
“I really liked that IU was close to home, so my parents could watch me play,” she said. “I also really clicked with the coaching staff. I liked how high energy they were because that’s something important for me.”
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WYAP hosts ‘Egg My Yard’
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Westfield Youth Assistance Program recently partnered with members of the Crossroads Chapter of the nonprofit philanthropic organization National Charity League for the “Egg My Yard” fundraiser — an annual event to provide Easter eggs for local youth while supporting WYAP services.
FUNDRAISER
The event is open to all homes within Westfield Washington Township. Plastic eggs are available in quantities of 25 for $25; 50 for $50; and 75 for $75. Eggs will be filled with a variety of chocolate and nonchocolate sweets.
“We are pleased to offer this for the community while raising funds that allow us to continue serving our youth,” WYAP Board President Tammy Havard stated. Proceeds from the fundraiser benefit WYAP services, including mentoring, tutoring, summer camps, mental health sessions and enrichment activities.
The registration deadline to participate is April 13. Members of the National Charity League will hide eggs in the front and back
Members of the National Charity League participate in an egg-stuffing event at Westfield City Services building. (Photo courtesy of WYAP)
properties of homes registered for the program April 19. Registrants can choose the level of difficulty that eggs are hidden. The program is sponsored by Wittler Orthodontics.
WYAP is a nonprofit organization that serves youth ages 3-17 who are facing challenging life circumstances by collaborating with Westfield and Hamilton County’s vast array of people, services and resources to help empower youth and their families. Learn more and register for the Egg My Yard event at westfieldyap.org.
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Three acres of Cool Creek Park will undergo a restoration effort, thanks to a $1,500 Amos Butler Audubon Society Birdathon Grant. Hamilton County Parks and Recreation, which operates Cool Creek park, will use the funds to purchase native seeds and plugs to restore habitats in areas of the park where invasive plants have been removed. The restoration project will support the health of native bird populations at Cool Creek Park that rely on native plants for food.
“Cool Creek Park has always been an important natural resource for Hamilton County, and this grant will help us ensure its future as a vital space for wildlife including birds and insects,” HCPR Director Chris Stice stated. “The restoration of native habitats will help the park thrive and continue to serve as an ecological gem for all to enjoy.”
Native species, such as oaks, willows, hickories and goldenrod will be planted in areas where invasive honeysuckle was recently removed. The restoration is expected to benefit a variety of bird species including wood thrush, indigo buntings, ovenbirds, golden-crowned kinglets and winter wren.
“By removing invasive species and planting native species, we’re restoring ecological balance to Cool Creek Park,” HCPR Superintendent of Natural Resources Amanda Smith stated. “This project will provide crucial resources for local bird populations,” Cool Creek Park is a 90-acre recreation area that features natural-surface trails and a nature center and is a popular birding hotspot. Learn more at hamiltoncounty. in.gov under the community tab.
Cool Creek Park, 2000 E 151st St. on the Westfield/Carmel border, is operated by Hamilton County Parks and Recreation. (File photo)
From left, Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith, Treasurer Daniel Elliott, Hamilton County Republican Party Chair Mario Massillamany, Comptroller Elise Nieshalla and Kegan Prentice, legislative director in the Office of the Secretary of State, March 25 at a GOP-sponsored town hall at Life Church. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh)
Four state officials touted Indiana’s fiscal accomplishments as an example for the federal government to follow as they outlined plans for Indiana to imitate recent federal cost-cutting initiatives at a town hall meeting sponsored by the Hamilton County Republican Party.
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The event, held March 25 at Life Church in Noblesville, featured Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith, Treasurer Daniel Elliott, Comptroller Elise Nieshalla and Kegan Prentice, legislative director in the Office of Secretary of State, who filled in for Secretary of State Diego Morales. Mario Massillamany, Hamilton County Republican Party chair, moderated the discussion.
Beckwith, a pastor at the church, addressed his working relationship with Gov. Mike Braun. Beckwith wasn’t Braun’s top choice for a running mate, so many people believed their partnership would be strained. But that hasn’t been the case, Beckwith said.
“I’ve seen (Braun) model a lot of what he’s doing after what (President) Donald Trump has been doing. A lot of the executive orders he signed look very similar to what President Trump is doing,” Beckwith said. “This is easy to sell because he’s doing such a great job.”
The state officials praised Trump’s efforts to reduce government waste through the newly created Department of Government Efficiency, which is being led by billionaire Elon Musk. They said they would support efforts to create a state-level DOGE, an idea Beckwith said he expects to gain traction after the legislative session wraps up in late April.
Elliott said Indiana has “the most conservative team of statewide elected officials in the entire country,” so it makes
sense they would embrace the DOGE concept.
“Ronald Reagan was DOGE,” Elliott said. “This is a conservative principle, so if we’re following conservative principles we’re implementing DOGE in our offices.”
Nieshalla said her office is ready to support any DOGE-like efforts initiated by the Braun administration. But she also said the federal government should look to Indiana as an example of financial health, as the state has a balanced budget, healthy cash reserves and the fourth-lowest debt per capita in the nation. She said the $36 trillion national debt “means trouble for our country.”
“It’s time to make America’s finances great again, and, may I add, make America like Indiana,” said Nieshalla, a Zionsville resident who chairs the National Debt Crisis Task Force.
Other state initiatives discussed include a plan by the Secretary of State’s Office to modernize maintenance of voter lists, an initiative in the Comptroller’s Office to improve the state’s transparency portal and efforts by Elliott to sound the alarm on financial institutions that debank conservative institutions, such as gun manufacturers and some churches.
Beckwith, who had a torn achilles and rolled onto the stage with the help of a scooter, urged attendees to consider becoming more involved in the political process. He credited Life Church and Living Stones church in Crown Point with providing education on the delegate process during the 2024 election cycle (delegates select the lieutenant governor candidate). He said the two churches sent 63 delegates to the state convention, which matched his margin of victory in the lieutenant governor’s race.
“Two churches made the difference,” he said. “Your sphere of influence is never small.”
FEMALE EMPOWERMENT
Westfield Chamber of Commerce hosts Women Who Rock panel
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The Westfield Chamber of Commerce hosted the Women Who Rock panel March 27 during its monthly luncheon. The event, held at the Club at Chatham Hills, brought together six women in local leadership positions to share their experiences in celebration of Women’s History Month.
The women represented a wealth of knowledge from the public and private sector. Each panelist shared how they ended up in a position of leadership in their careers and the community.
Westfield Deputy Mayor Danielle Carey-Tolan, a Westfield native, began her career in operations at an agricultural commodity group. She said her career inspired her to give back to her community, which started with a run for Westfield Washington Township trustee, a seat she won in 2014 and held for 10 years.
In 2024, she was appointed deputy mayor of Westfield.
“I’m feeling blessed to be in this community that is thriving,” she said.
Sydnee Cseresznyes is president of VOLT Strategies, a public and government affairs firm that provides strategic planning, lobbying, economic development, project management, business management and communications services. She started her firm when she felt the drive to expand beyond lobbying.
“I meet clients where they are at,” she said. “I help (people) navigate that process and it’s a lot different depending on who you are. It’s not a one-size-fits-all solution, and we help people navigate that.”
Joyfully Career Strategy and Conference Coaching Career Strategist Adenike Makinde started her business after working in project and career management, homing in on her unique skill set.
“Helping people was where I got my energy, just being around people and being able to help them,” she said.
Westfield Washington Township Trustee Jamie Mills began her career as a registered nurse and later moved from patient care to sales, working in sales and leadership for 25 years. She was elected by a caucus in December 2023 after spending time on the township strategic planning committee. She also is an advisor for Apex
Health Benefits.
“All of us are busy, but through that busyness what I have learned is, don’t try to have a work-life balance,” she said. “It’s impossible; do the math. So, my focus is being present in what I am doing, who I am with and looking them in the eye. My other thing is that I know my priorities.”
Westfield Washington Public Library Executive Director Sheryl Sollars began working in libraries while enrolled at Purdue University. She worked as a professional cataloger and eventually as an administrator.
“I have been here for 22 years, and I love every minute of it,” she said. “I am so proud of the beautiful building that we have and the services that we do provide for this community.”
Student Impact Student Life Manager Mac Whitesell was the youngest member of the panel. At age 18, Whitesell decided to work for the organization after graduating from Westfield High Schoo and seeing firsthand how the faith-based after-school organization benefits students.
“I went (to Student Impact) from fifthgrade through my senior year,” she said. “I was not interested in doing any more
school. (And) when I was graduating, they had this job opening, and I love kids and I love Student Impact, so why would I not do this?”
On leadership style, the women offered unique insights for how to run the room. Carey-Tolan said she’s a team player and a leader. She said leadership means trusting the people around you.
“Over time, I’ve learned to delegate and to trust people,” she said. “I think it’s more or less not micromanaging but leaning into people’s talents and skills. Women in leadership and many of us women, to trust people and to give away control is very hard. I had to learn that over time.”
Cseresznyes said leadership to her involves creating a strategy and looking for results.
“Whether it’s 150 legislators that are all captains or three commissioners or a board of 20 people, I have to understand peoples’ different personalities, peoples’ skill sets and place them in groups,” she said. “I really like to tap into people’s strengths and find where the synergy is at.”
Mills said leadership means acting quickly for the best outcomes.
“You cannot pause,” she said. “You have
The Women Who Rock panel was one of several community networking events the Westfield Chamber of Commerce hosts monthly.
Besides a monthly luncheon, the chamber hosts events like Eggs and Issues and Coffee Connections. The chamber also organizes and hosts groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting events for local businesses; hosts education and support seminars; organizes events for young professionals; and hosts an annual golf outing.
The chamber operates on three core strategies to support, unite and lead.
Learn more at westfieldchamberindy.com.
to make quick decisions, and you have to be able to guide people.”
On how networking can help other women become leaders, the women said leaning into opportunities with the chamber to meet and connect with others can help develop important skills.
“The community partnerships that I have fostered over the years, without those I don’t know what I could have done professionally or personally,” Sollars said. “The city, the township, the schools — the library has always been incorporated into all of those things.”
Whitesell said she leans in on her co-workers and her faith while working at Student Impact.
“I pray for my day to get motivation, to be productive, and to love on the students as best as possible,” she said.
Westfield Chamber of Commerce President Courtney Albright said the event was organized to highlight the contributions women have made in Westfield in government, private business and nonprofit work.
“We have so many incredible and talented women here,” Albright said. “When I stepped into this position, I really thought about what my vision for the chamber was. I (wanted) to go back to basics and do what a chamber does best. For me, and for a lot of other chambers, it is education, advocacy and of course connecting and being that connector for all of you. We have a lot of engaged people here, we’re really bringing in new businesses (but) what really matters to me is, do you feel something? Are you feeling valued from what we’re putting out there? I wanted to touch on topics that are important to our community. And that’s what we’re here to do — to not only hear about these amazing women and their successes but also hear about their journeys.”
Besides leadership and networking, the women also discussed the importance of mentoring, collaboration, being flexible and always being open to learning something new.
ABOUT THE CHAMBER
ON THE COVER: Westfield Chamber of Commerce President Courtney Albright, left, hosts the Women Who Rock panel that includes, from left, Danielle Carey-Tolan, Sydnee Cseresznyes, Adenike Makinde, Jamie Mills, Sheryl Sollars and Mac Whitesell. (Photo by Marney Simon)
The Women Who Rock panel at the March Westfield Chamber of Commerce luncheon.
(Photo courtesy of Westfield Chamber of Commerce)
Chef ready for 1933 Lounge
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Jason Chesky is no stranger to Huse Culinary restaurants.
COMING SOON
Chesky, who has been with the company for 13 years, was the executive chef at Harry & Izzy’s on the north side of Indianapolis before being named the executive chef of 1933 Lounge, which opened April 1 at 175 S. Range Line Rd. in Carmel. Huse Culinary already operates a 1933 Lounge in Fishers and downtown Indianapolis and has one set to open at the Indianapolis International Airport.
Culinary, heavy on steaks.
“There are more shellfish, oysters on the half-shell, seafood towers, mussels and we also provide sushi, which is different from our other concepts,” he said.
In addition, 1933 Lounge offers the traditional shrimp cocktail with St. Elmo sauce.
After finishing culinary school, Chesky started as a pantry cook at Harry & Izzy’s on the north side of Indianapolis. He worked his way up and became a supervisor after 1 1/2 years.
“A little after that I got a promotion to be sous chef at Harry & Izzy’s downtown,” he said. “I was the sous chef there for almost four years.”
“I’m most excited about building a team from scratch,” Chesky said. “What is also pretty exciting is I get to see a restaurant from what it takes from the first phone call to the doors opening for the guests. Seeing all the work that goes into that has been a masterclass for me.”
The 36-year-old Fishers resident said the restaurant has a kitchen staff of 35. Chesky said 1933 Lounge is classic Huse
Chesky moved back to Harry & Izzy’s on the north side and was eventually named executive chef. He started cooking when he was 17 years old, working at a few restaurants before joining Harry & Izzy’s.
“This is the only career I’ve known,” said Chesky, a Lawrence North High School graduate.
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Chesky
Dolenz to share songs, stories of The Monkees
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Micky Dolenz makes certain the legacy of The Monkees lives on.
Dolenz, the last surviving member of the group formed for a 1966 TV series, will perform his show “Micky Dolenz of the Monkees: An Evening of Songs and Stories” at 8 p.m. April 25 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
“Some things always remain constant. I always sing the great big Monkees hits in their entirety,” Dolenz said. “You kind of have an unspoken contract with the audience when you are in my position. They want to hear those hits. Once they know they are going to get those hits, you can go on and do all kinds of things. Over the years, I’ve done deep album cuts. I’ve done other artists’ material. That changes up a lot.”
Dolenz, 80, said he has learned that people love to hear stories of his experiences.
“I tell stories of Stephen Stills, Jimi Hendrix and The Beatles,” said Dolenz, who was The Monkees’ drummer and colead singer. “I find if I tell these stories and then follow it with a song that’s appropriate, a punchline if you will, that ties into the story.”
But the stories are only a part of the show.
“It’s a flat-out rock ‘n’ roll concert,” he said. “I have a five-piece band plus my sister who sings with me.”
Some of The Monkees’ biggest hits include “I’m a Believer,” “Daydream Believer,” “Last Train to Clarksville” and “A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You.”
Dolenz pays tributes to his late bandmate with photos. Co-lead singer Davy Jones died in 2012, followed by bass guitarist and keyboardist Peter Tork in 2019 and guitarist Michael Nesmith in 2021.
“It was like one blow after another, but in a way it’s like they are still there because of all the songs I sing and all the photographs,” Dolenz said.
TV reruns of “The Monkees” have
sparked interest in different age groups of fans.
“It’s quite common to have two or three generations because of the resurgence in 1986 and then again in 2006,” Dolenz said.
Dolenz said he gives credit to all the great songwriters each show. The band had songs written by Neil Diamond, Carole King and Gerry Goffin, Neil Sedaka, Carole Bayer Sager and Tommy Boyce/ Bobby Hart.
“It was an enormous stable of writers,” Dolenz said. “But there was also the television show and the writers of that and the producers and directors. It was not a band created for a TV show. It was a television show about a band that was an imaginary band that didn’t exist except on the television show.”
But Dolenz said the producers knew the actors would perform because they cast the show like it was a musical.
“You had to be able to sing, dance, act and play an instrument,” he said.
Dolenz said all the pieces fit together.
“At a certain point, the whole became greater than the sum of its parts,” Dolenz said.
Dolenz said sometimes he performs 100
or more shows a year.
“When I lived in England in the 1970s and ‘80s, I didn’t do any touring,” Dolenz said. “I was just directing and producing television shows.”
He resumed performing in 1986 with a Monkees’ 20th anniversary tour.
Dolenz, who was a child star in the TV show “Circus Boy” in the 1950s, said the break from performing probably kept him from burning out.
“During the second season of ‘The Monkees,’ I was already thinking about moving on and getting into production and directing,” he said. “I went to England and got lucky directing for the BBC and some films. It came at a very opportune time.”
Dolenz joked that what keeps him going is that a moving target is tougher to hit.
“It’s what I do,” he said. “It’s my day job. It is my business, show business.”
Dolenz said he will keep performing as long as it’s profitable and rewarding.
“It’s like someone throwing you a birthday party every night because the songs engender so much affection from so many people,” he said. “The songs are so great, it’s hard to go wrong.”
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‘JERSEY BOYS’
“Jersey Boys” runs through April 13 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.
‘SPIDER’S WEB’
Main Street Productions presents Agatha Christie’s “Spider’s Web” through April 13 at Basile Westfield Playhouse. For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.
FEINSTEIN’S CABARET
Comedy Night is set for April 10, followed by Dueling Pianos April 11 and Divas of the Songbook April 12 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. All three performances are set for 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.
WORLD VOICE DAY
World Voice Day is 8 p.m. April 10 at the Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Singers will sign up on arrival and must bring sheet music. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
‘RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL’
Carmel Community Players presents “Ruthless! The Musical” through April 13 at The Switch Theatre at Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy in Fishers. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.
UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN
The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain will perform at 8 p.m. April 12 at the Palladium at Allied Solutions Center. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
DISPATCH
Heartland Film fundraiser set — Cinemania, Heartland Film’s signature fundraiser, returns with the theme “A Tribute to Dance Films of the 80s.” Presented by F.A. Wilhelm Construction Co., it is set for April 11 at The Crane Bay Event Center in Indianapolis. The celebration is inspired by classic films like “Flashdance,” “Purple Rain,” “Fame,” “Dirty Dancing,” “Footloose” and “Xanadu.” Sponsor and party-pack tickets are good from 6 to 11 p.m. and premiere tickets are good from 7 to 11 p.m. For more, visit heartlandfilm.org.
CONCERT
Micky Dolenz is the last surviving member of The Monkees.
(Photo courtesy of Micky Dolenz)
Symphony on the Prairie set
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The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s Kroger Symphony on the Prairie schedule opens with Fleetwood Mac and ABBA tribute acts in the final weekend of June.
CONCERTS
The schedule runs through August at Conner Prairie in Fishers. Gates open at 6 p.m. and concerts begin at 8 p.m. For more, visit indianapolissymphony.org.
June 27 — Tusk: The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute. Featuring the ISO
June 28 — Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA. Featuring the ISO
July 3 - 5 — Kroger Symphony on the Prairie presents the Star-Spangled Symphony with the ISO with conductor Alfred Savia and guest jazz trumpeter Byron Stripling.
July 11 - 12 — Disney in Concert: Once Upon a Time. Conducted by Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly
July 18-19 — Celebrate the music of iconic composers John Williams, Hans Zimmer, Alan Silvestri, and more as Everly and the ISO bring to life music from legendary film scores
July 25 — Greatest Love of All: A Tribute
to Whitney Houston. Singer Belinda Davids will perform “The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston,” with Lopez-Yañez and the ISO.
July 26 — EagleMania — The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band. Get ready for EagleMania — The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band, featuring Lopez-Yañez and the ISO.
August 1-2 — Let’s Sing Taylor: An Unofficial Live Tribute Band.
August 8 — Dark Star Orchestra. Recreating a Deer Creek Grateful Dead concert experience.
August 9 — Face2Face. A Tribute to Elton
John and Billy Joel
August 15 — One Night of Queen. Featuring Gary Mullen & The Works
August 16 — Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute
August 22 — Neil Forever. The music of Neil Diamond
August 23 — A1A. The Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
August 29 — In-Vincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson.
August 30 — Voyage. Celebrating the Music of Journey.
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An avalanche of fun on vacation
Commentary by Dick Wolfsie
There? Really? In the winter? Seriously? That’s what many people said when I told them that my wife Mary Ellen and I (and our son) were headed to Iceland for a vacation and taking 17 hearty souls with us. We knew that others had gone on this very same adventure and loved it. For many, this destination was on their bucket list.
HUMOR
Based on what we learned on the first day of the excursion from Greg, our excellent guide, it might have been too late for travelers on this trip to complete the remaining items on that bucket list. Why? Because there are lots of ways to die or get seriously injured in Iceland. Here are a few:
• Get in the way of an erupting volcano
• Get swept into the ocean by a sneaker wave
• Step into quicksand
• Eat fermented shark that has not been properly processed
• Get crushed by an avalanche
• Step too close to a geyser. And my favorite:
• Stand in front of a glacier and remain still ... for a very long time.
Greg was overly cautious of each potential danger, with appropriate warnings to all of us. That’s what a great guide does, and he filled the bill.
The big draw of Iceland is viewing the Northern Lights.
On the first clear night, our bus was filled primarily with seniors. We headed to a nearby location with minimal light pollution. As my friend Carolyn observed, “We will have 40 older folks in a pitch-black parking lot, staring at their cellphones with no clue how to adjust the settings.” What could go wrong? We did experience the Northern Lights, a display that few will forget. The next day, we ventured out on a
“Greg was overly cautious of each potential danger, with appropriate warnings to all of us. That’s what a great guide does, and he filled the bill.”
– DICK WOLFSIE
boat to take another look.
The highlight of the trip was the Sky Lagoon. This giant pool offered a luxurious experience, as we lounged in the water and sipped cocktails from the conveniently accessible bar.
Ahhh. Initially, we were scheduled to bathe in the Blue Lagoon, but Greg saw some data that suggested the nearby volcano could erupt at any time, spewing lava at 2,000 degrees into the wading area and potentially frying everyone. He thought that knowing this might compromise our relaxing experience.
The Icelandic language is very difficult. Imagine trying to teach a 6-year-old to remember a simple word like “tryggingarmalastofnun,” which is an insurance institution, or “landsbokasafnsvorour,” which is a librarian.
My guess is that most first-grade teachers, after seven years on the job, opt for therapy rather than a sabbatical.
We all had a great time in The Land of Fire and Ice. You must put this on your must-do list. Or as they say in Icelandic, “Twyrpksjheeutkizopmgr iejnduyriuejhk.”
Did I fool you? I just ran the back of my hand over the keyboard. I hope I didn’t accidentally say anything off-color.
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60. Current edition
61. USMC rank
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