March 7, 2023 — Carmel

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BZA denies variance for Main St. insurance office

By Edward Redd edward@youarecurrent.com

The Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals on Feb. 27 voted 3-2 to deny a variance to operate an insurance office on a residentially zoned property at 4991 E. Main St.

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Marshall Holdings had petitioned to renovate the vacant home, which is between Carmel Clay Schools’ administration building and the Carmel Dads’ Club’s Badger Field, into a State Farm Insurance office. Several neighborhoods are nearby.

The proposal drew remonstrance from dozens of nearby residents, including many with concerns about increased traffic — especially at the end of the school day — and aesthetic changes potentially affecting property values.

Elizabeth Marshall, an insurance agent who sought to renovate the building for her office, said she had been eyeing the site since she first saw it was for sale in August

2022. She said it had been in poor condition and believed the upgrades would benefit the area. She said the impact on traffic would be minimal.

“To be honest, I was like, ‘Wow, what a terrible eyesore in a city of such beautiful homes,’” Marshall said. “I didn’t go into it anticipating it would be so opposed.”

BZA member Leo Dierckman joined fellow commissioners Leah York and Alan Potasnik

in voting against the variance.

“There’s no requirement that you go with this location. You’re not living here. You don’t own it. I don’t see any hardship when there’s plenty of other opportunities and there’s other residential uses along the same strip of property,” Dierckman said. “This could easily be utilized, ultimately, as a residential, single-family home.”

CCS board adjusts 2024 spring break, OKs bonds

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

The Carmel Clay Schools board of trustees met Feb. 27 to vote on a calendar change to accommodate the 2024 solar eclipse, introduce changes to a policy regarding campus visitors and approve $39 million in bonds to fund various projects.

What happened: The board approved adjusting the 2023-24 school year calendar, making March 29, 2024, a school day and canceling classes April 8, 2024.

What it means: Carmel is in the path of a total solar eclipse that will occur April 8, 2024, with darkness expected around 3 p.m., when many students are heading home or nearing the end of the school day. To allow students to experience the eclipse with their families, the day previously designated as the first day of spring break will now be a school day, with students returning from the break a day later than originally planned.

What happened: The board approved issuing up to $39 million in bonds for improvement projects across the district.

What it means: The bond is set to cover a 14,000-square-foot polytechnic addition and other upgrades at Carmel High School and mid-cycle renovations at the freshman center, Creekside Middle School and College Wood, Prairie Trace, Towne Meadow, West Clay and Forest Dale elementary schools. It is also set to fund technology upgrades and construction of a building at the CHS football stadium with restrooms, concessions and locker rooms.

What happened: The board introduced updates to Policy 8120, which provides guidelines for school visitors and volunteers.

What it means: The proposed changes add language to remind visitors not to create a disturbance or distractions, to maintain in confidence “statements and actions” of students (and instructors to students) and to prohibit any type of recording during the visit without prior approval from the principal and instructor. It also adds that the superintendent, building principal or designee may prohibit entry or expel any visitor when “there is reason to believe the presence of the individual would be detrimental to the order of the school.”

What’s next: The board will vote on the policy changes at a future meeting.

The Carmel BZA denied a use variance to operate a State Farm insurance office at 4991 E. Main St. (Rendering from documents submitted to the City of Carmel)

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CHS races to 9th consecutive boys swimming state title

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

The state finals showing for the Carmel High School boys swimming team was an emotional one.

The previous month, junior Michael Jent died from injures suffered in an automobile accident, which happened on his way to swimming practice.

“It was a really challenging season with the passing of Michael,” Greyhounds coach Chris Plumb said. “This team swam for Michael. They had MJ initials on their shirts. The guys swam their hearts out for him.”

The Greyhounds captured their ninth consecutive title Feb. 25 in the IHSAA state boys swimming and diving state finals at the IU Natatorium at IUPUI. Carmel won with 363 points, more than 100 points ahead of second-place Zionsville with 257.

“To win takes talent, to repeat takes character, so we’ll take it,” Plumb said. “This team really came to swim these past two days. The top-end performances were outstanding. Any time you walk out of this meet with several Ws, you feel like it was a good meet. I think the guys really had to step up (in the state finals). We peaked at the right time.”

Senior Aaron Shackell, who is headed to the University of California in Berkeley, captured the 200-yard freestyle in 1 minute, 33.68 seconds ,and won the 500 freestyle

in 4:15.35.

Shackell had set a national record in the 200 freestyle in the preliminaries with a time of 1:32.85, breaking Carson Foster’s 2019 national mark of 1:32.99. Shackell also was on the winning 200 medley relay with senior Sean Sullivan, junior Brandon Malicki and sophomore Michael Gorley.

“Aaron had a tremendous meet,” Plumb said.

Shackell was joined on the 400 freestyle relay by his brother, sophomore Andrew Shackell, and junior Gregg Enoch and senior A.J. Robertson.

Plumb said Enoch came a long way this season. Enoch finished second in the 200 individual medley and the 500 freestyle.

Sullivan, who will swim for the University of Florida, got the Greyhounds’ other victory, winning the 100 freestyle in 44.09 seconds. It was a repeat title for Sullivan.

“I had a great year (in 2022),” he said. “Every time I went in the water, I felt amazing. Following that up is a difficult task. I don’t feel I had it (in prelims and finals). I struggled with that, and I had a great race in the 100 free, which was awesome. To finish out (with state title) No. 9 with the team was awesome.”

Sullivan said losing Jent was an unexpected tragedy.

“I felt after that day and everything following it, we were able to really come together and finish really strong,” Sullivan said.

Members of the Carmel High School boys swimming team display their trophy after winning a ninth consecutive state title. (Photo courtesy of IHSAA)

Retiring officer ready to teach

By Edward Redd edward@youarecurrent.com

A Carmel Police Dept. officer retired Feb. 28 after serving the city for nearly 20 years.

which responds with officers on motorcycles to accidents and other issues related to traffic flow and safety.

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Scott Spillman, a master patrol officer, started his law enforcement career at the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office in 1992, working as a reserve officer for six years. On April 12. 2004, he joined CPD.

Spillman

“You just want to provide a service for the community and be part of the community,” said Spillman, a Fishers resident.

During his time with CPD, Spillman, 54, has been involved in many of the department’s vehicle operations. In 2007, he helped launch the department’s traffic unit,

Spillman is certified to provide instruction in emergency vehicle operations and has taught fellow officers how to use police radars, lasers and other equipment.

Spillman said he enjoyed his career as a police officer and looks forward to applying his teaching skills in another capacity.

“There’s an opportunity to help newer officers,” he said. “I’ll be instructing at the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy to hopefully mold new minds.”

At the academy, which is in Plainfield, Spillman plans to work as an emergency vehicle operations instructor.

DISPATCH

Carmel Marathon, Purdue partnership — Spectators and fellow race participants can expect to see more gold and black at the start line of the 2023 Carmel Marathon Weekend, set for April 8, thanks to a new partnership with Purdue University’s Healthy Boiler Wellness Program. Employees and their family members will receive incentives and perks to participate in any distance event of the Carmel Marathon Weekend. Learn more at CarmelMarathon.com.

Carmel High School swimmer gets boost from famous alumni

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Carmel High School swimmer Aaron Shackell has made the most of a special opportunity.

Drew Kibler, a former CHS and University of Texas standout, has been training with the team the past several months.

“It’s been an amazing experience from the training to having Drew Kibler here for training and to learn from,” Shackell said. “I couldn’t ask for anything more.”

Kibler, who became the first Olympian from Carmel in 2021, has been training with the Carmel Swim Club for six months.

“I’ve had a drastic improvement mentally and physically,” Shackell said. “Learning so many things from him has been a blessing.”

Shackell, who will swim for the University of California at Berkeley next season, put that experience to good use in the IHSAA boys swimming and diving state finals Feb. 25 at the IU Natatorium at IUPUI.

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Shackell won the 200-yard freestyle in 1 minute, 33.68 seconds. He had set a national high school record Feb. 24 in 1:32.85 in the prelims. He was victorious in the 500 freethe style in 4:15.35.

In addition, Shackell was on the winning 200 freestyle relay team and the 200 medley relay.

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Shackell won the 100 butterfly at the state finals as a junior but decided to switch to the 500 freestyle this year.

“I had a really good 500 at (Junior Nationals),” Shackell said. “I thought I had a

chance of breaking (former CHS swimmer) Jake Mitchell’s record. It was something fun to go for.”

The Shackell family moved to Carmel from St. Louis when Aaron was a sophomore.  Shackell said this has been a fun time for his swimming family.

His sister, Alex, a sophomore, set state records in winning the 100 butterfly and 50 freestyle Feb. 11 at the IHSAA girls swimming state finals. She also was on the 200 medley relay and 200 freestyle relay that set national records in winning state titles.

“Seeing my sister dominate (at state was exciting), and my brother has improved so much in the past five months,” Aaron said.

Andrew Shackell, Alex’s twin, joined Aaron on the winning 400 freestyle relay. Andrew finished fourth in the 100 butterfly. His parents, Nick and Ali Shackell, were swimmers at Auburn University. Nick represented Great Britain in the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.

Aaron started swimming at age 5.

“I think what makes me so passionate is the strive to always improve and have fun,” said Aaron, who said his favorite event is the 200-meter butterfly.

Carmel High School senior swimmer Aaron Shackell won the 200-yard freestyle and 500 freestyle state titles. (Photo courtesy of Luke Miller Photography)

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2 Carmel caddies earn full college scholarships

By Riya Chinni news@currentincarmel.com

The Western Golf Association recently awarded 18 Chick Evans Scholarships to caddies throughout Indiana, including to Carmel High School seniors Charles “Charlie” McGuckin and McKinley Woodward.

The competitive scholarship covers tuition and housing. Caddies who have served more than 100 “loops,” or rounds, on a golf course, which typically last four or more hours, are eligible to apply. Recipients are chosen based on strong academic record, extracurriculars and character.

McGuckin, a caddy at Woodland Country Club, plans to study finance and accounting at Purdue University, while Woodward, a caddy at Crooked Stick Golf Club, will study broadcast journalism at Indiana University.

McGuckin said when he started caddying about six years ago, he was about the height of a driver, but he felt extremely welcomed by the members at Woodland Country Club, who taught him how to caddy.

“My favorite part (of being a caddy) is building relationships with the members,” McGuckin said. “They’re all very friendly, and it’s neat to hear guys’ stories. I have an interest in business, so it’s fun to talk to them about their careers and ask questions.”

Woodward also began caddying with no prior golfing experience, and she said she learned many lessons through it.

“Being teachable was something that I really learned from caddying, and I think that it’s a really important lesson that I’ll have forever,” Woodward said.

Woodward and McGuckin golf recreationally in addition to caddying.

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Candidate open house — Carmel’s Home Place Advisory Board will present a Meet the Candidates open house from 5:30 to 7 p.m. March 22 at the John Hensel Government Center, 10701 N. College Ave. The board has invited all primary election candidates for Carmel mayor as well as all primary election candidates for the Carmel City Council’s South Central District and at-large seats. The event will feature an informal open house format for neighbors to have oneon-one conversations with each candidate about issues important to Home Place and Carmel.

500 Festival Princesses selected — Carmel residents Kendall Claymon and Mikayla Tom are among 33 college-aged women selected as 500 Festival Princesses.

Claymon, a graduate of Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School, is a freshman at Purdue University majoring in biomedical health sciences, pre-dental. Tom, a Carmel High School graduate, is a senior at Indiana University Kokomo majoring in business administration. This year’s 500 Festival Princesses were selected from hundreds of applicants based on leadership, academic stewardship, community involvement and their embodiment of the Hoosier spirit.

Flower sale fundraiser — Carmel Elementary will hold its largest fundraiser, the flower sale, through March 20. The sale will include flowers and plants, from potted annuals to hanging baskets. The annual flower sale, which has occurred for more than 50 years, raises funds for the Carmel Elementary PTO and its efforts to support the students and staff at the school. Place an order at carmelflowersale.com.

Bourbon Lover’s Raffle — The Bourbon Lover’s Raffle, benefiting Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana, is offering an opportunity to win five rare bottles of bourbon: Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Years Old Lot B, Horse Soldier Commander’s Select 13 Year Bourbon Whiskey in a signed box, a signed bottle of Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon, W.L. Weller 12 Year and Blanton’s Green Label Special Reserve. Raffle tickets cost $100 and are on sale through noon March 11. Purchase tickets at oki.wish.org/bourbonlover.

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Legacy Walk plans unveiled

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

Roberts Settlement is seeking to raise $100,000 through a capital campaign that will eventually bring an interpretive outdoor exhibit to educate the public about Hamilton County’s Black pioneer history.

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Plans for the Roberts Settlement Legacy Walk were unveiled Feb. 23 at Bethel A.M.E. Church in Noblesville, where more than 60 people attended to learn more about the IMAGINE! Black Pioneers fundraising campaign. The settlement is on 276th Street just east of U.S. 31 in Atlanta in northern Hamilton County.

Roberts Settlement was established in 1835 by free people of color who migrated mostly from North Carolina and Virginia to escape deteriorating racial conditions. Their goals were the pursuit of economic, educational and religious aspirations with greater freedom and fewer racial barriers, according to the Roberts Settlement website.

Visitors to the settlement can now find a chapel and cemetery, which organizers say

A rendering of what the Roberts Settlement Legacy Walk in Atlanta is proposed to look like. A capital campaign is underway to raise an additional $100,000 needed to make the interpretive outdoor exhibit a reality. (Photo courtesy of Roberts Settlement) represents a once-thriving community that continued to grow through the late 1800s.

More than $340,000 has been raised so far, and organizers are seeking an additional $100,000 for the Roberts Settlement Legacy Walk, which will include an accessible walking path and a “Morning Light” entry feature symbolizing exploration, discovery, opportunity and hope.

For more or to donate to the campaign, visit robertssettlement.org/legacy-walk. html.

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Team Tech-nically advances

By Edward Redd edward@youarecurrent.com

Carmel-based robotics team Tech-nically is set to compete internationally in the FIRST LEGO League Razorback Open Invitational in May at the University of Arkansas. Along with competing, the team has been raising awareness about nuclear energy.

ACHIEVEMENT

The lone LEGO robotics team in Carmel, Tech-nically is comprised of eight students who attend Creekside Middle School. The team works together to assemble robots and program them to perform tasks that demonstrate the use of clean energy.

FLL competitions are for middle school students. Since forming two years ago, Tech-nically won best robot design and run at the 2021 FIRST LEGO Qualifying Tournament in Lafayette. In 2022, the team earned a championship at the event.

In December 2022, the team won Champion’s Award Finalist in the FIRST Indiana Robotics State Championship, which qualified the team for the international competition, according to Dimple Shah, a mother of one

The Tech-nically team shows Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard their robotics design project after giving a presentation on what they’ve learned about nuclear energy. (Photo by Edward Redd) of the team members.

The students share an interest in clean energy, traveling to sites such as Purdue University and Benton County Wind Farms to learn about new energy. Together, they work to raise awareness about nuclear energy.

The team met with Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard Feb. 23 at Carmel City Hall to present what it learned. Brainard shared his thoughts on the presentation, saying nuclear energy is part of the answer to address climate change.

The FLL Razerback Open invitational will be held in Fayettebill, Ark., from May 18 to 21.

Project: Roundabout, multi-use path construction

Location: Work has paused for the winter at the intersection of 106th Street and College Avenue for construction of a roundabout. A multi-use path is under construction along 106th Street from Pennsylvania Parkway to College Avenue.

Expected completion: Spring

Project: New roundabout

Location: E. Main Street and Lexington Boulevard.

Expected completion: Work is set to be complete in July.

Project: Widening and improvements along Smoky Row Road

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Location: Between the Monon Greenway and U.S. 31. The road will be fully closed during the project.

Expected completion: June

DISPATCHES

CCPR director appointed — Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation Director Michael Klitzing has been appointed to a three-year term on the Eppley Institute for Parks & Public Land’s National Advisory Board. Founded in 1993 by Indiana University, the Eppley Institute provides parks and public land agencies with training, planning and research. Utilizing the knowledge and experience of its members, the NAB advises the Eppley Institute on strategic planning and long-term decisions.

Kindergarten registration — Registration is open for the Carmel Clay Schools kindergarten class for the 2023-24 school year. Register for the Class of 2036 at ccs.k12.in.us/ services/curriculum/kindergarten.

Candidate town hall meetings — Chuck Ford, a Republican for the North Central District Carmel City Council seat, is hosting town hall-style meetings from 7 to 8 p.m. March 16 and April 13 at the Carmel American Legion Post 155, 852 W. Main St. The events are open to the public and will allow an opportunity for community members to ask questions of the candidate.

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Free TEDx event set for April 16

Kevin Lee Keltner was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 31st, 1969, and passed away peacefully into his eternal, heavenly home at the age of 53 on February 10th, at his residence in Carmel, Indiana.

Kevin is survived by his loving parents; Kenneth M. and Elaine Chaille` Keltner, devoted ex-wife Diane Cannon, son Luke Cannon Keltner, daughter Kassandra Lynn (Nick) Downing and their children; Carter, Chloe and Clara.

Brother Eric Reed (Melanie Harris -fiancé) and children; Kristina Brooke (Sean) Caetano, (and their children: Conrad, Kyla), Nick Keltner, Hunter Keltner, and Kaleb Keltner.

Aunt Rosemary Collins and daughter Jennifer (Josh) Riggs, (and their children; Maddie and Collin). Aunt Penelope Rael and her children Danielle and Gabrielle, Aunt Nancy Keltner (and her children Shalla and Kent Mirkhani), Uncle Bobby (Melissa) Keltner, Uncle Keith Dee (Alice) Keltner, and their children Andrew, Eva, Teresa, and Alex. Additional cousins; Thaddeus (Courtney) Keltner and their children Addlyn and Olivia. Sarah (Jon) Simmons, Ethan (Emily) Keltner, and their children Elayna, Noah and Levi. Allison Keltner, Amiee (Curtis) Shirley and their children Nolan, Olivia, AJ, and Jackson. Joe Chaille` and daughter Sophia, Michael (Michelle) Chaille` and their children Riley, Tanner, and Tate.

Kevin graduated from Carmel High School, where he played football and enhanced his artistic talents. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Cameron University and his Master of Arts Degree from Savannah College of Art and Design. After graduation, he served as exhibition designer for the Telfair Museum in Savannah, GA, and then as an exhibition designer for the Savannah College of Art and Design, where he managed their national exhibits. These included exhibits in New York, Atlanta, and Savannah, as well as internationally in Paris, France. He handled the 2004 G8 Summit exhibition that was held by President George Bush at Saint Simon Island.

Kevin was an amazing, accomplished draftsman, illustrator, painter, and wood sculptor. His paintings and sculptured art are treasured by those lucky enough to have received one as a gift; he never sold any of his art. Kevin taught art at Concord High School in Elkhart, Indiana, and fulfilled his goal professionally to be a college professor

at Ivy Tech College. He loved the teaching experience and developing artistic skills in his students. He worked his way through college by serving in the restaurant business and developed a love and passion for the culinary world. With his true angel on earth and the love of his life, Diane Cannon, they partnered to create their dream together, the restaurant Juniper on Main in Carmel, Indiana.

Kevin was a certified scuba diver and enjoyed sailing and diving the BVIs. He loved nature, animals, the outdoors, the Rockies, horseback riding in the Tetons, snowmobiling, Jackson Hole, and backpacking in the California wilderness. Sitting by a campfire or backyard fire pit, telling ghost stories to the kids or discussing current events with anybody were perfect evenings for him. He had eclectic music taste, and if you were truly one of his chosen few, he would text you the original on YouTube at 3:00 a.m.

Kevin loved the Lord and knew that the way to the Father was through Jesus Christ. He walked the walk of a true Christian. His beautiful soul was an inspiration to all who knew him. He was a true free spirit and took the road less traveled, building true and genuine lifelong friendships along the way. Kevin loved life and lived it to its fullest. Kevin greatest love was his immediate family, parents, Diane and Luke, Kassi and her family, his brother Eric, his grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and grandkids. He had a unique and wonderful relationship with each and every one of them, and they with him. He will be truly missed.

Kevin is preceded in death by his grandparents; Lloyd G., Glenna Schultz Keltner, Aunts Patricia Ann, Sheila Jeanette, Uncles David and Jimmy. Nephew Kyle Michael Keltner, Grandparents Joseph William Chaille`, Dorothy More, Uncle Joseph William “Billy” Chaille’

A private family funeral service will be held at Crown Hill Funeral Home, with burial immediately following in the family plot at Crown Hill Cemetery. There will be a Celebration of Life service for Kevin at the Carmel United Methodist Church on Sunday, June 25th at 2 PM.

In Lieu of flowers please make any donation to the Hamilton County Humane Society at www.hamiltonhumane.com.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.crownhill. org for the Keltner family.

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An intermission will take place halfway through the program, with musical performances and complimentary refreshments. Guests are also encouraged to participate in games and a photo booth.

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Carmel High School students have been working for months to plan a TEDx conference, set for 2 to 4 p.m. April 16 at the Carmel Clay Public Library. The conference will feature short presentations by student and adult speakers.

Potential student presenters go through an audition process, and once selected are matched with speaker groups to help them prepare.

Speaker groups work 1-on-1 with each student presenter, guiding them through the process and serving as mentors, often aiding with revisions. Adult speakers include community leaders and local role models.

This year’s theme is “In the Stars,” and presenters are encouraged to creatively expand on the concept.

“We like to choose a theme and keep it open to interpretation to get speakers’ unique perspectives and stories with each of their talks,” said Maahi Wason, who over-

Karishma Sankar, vice president of the CHS TEDx Club, said a top priority is engaging the greater Carmel community.

“We’d really like to see more of our community members attend from all age groups,” Sankar said.

“This is not just for Carmel High School students.”

Katie Rizzuto is on the decorating committee of the CHS TEDx club and is involved with Sprinkle of Joy, a baking club that is donating to the event.

“It’s just a great place to hear new ideas and it brings together a big community of people with similar interests and can be a great opportunity to meet new people and be inspired,” Rizzuto said.

The free event will be held in the CCPL community room. Register for the conference through the CCPL website.

OBITUARIES

Janet Kay Rincker passed away on February 16, 2023 at the home she shared with her husband of 50 years, Sam E. Rincker. Janet was born December 26, 1949 in St. Louis, Missouri to Esther and Elmer Bottamiller (deceased). She grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio and moved to Indianapolis in 1962. She graduated from North Central High School in 1968 and Indiana University in 1973.

Janet and Sam were married on September 2, 1972 and settled in Carmel in 1973 where they started their family. Family meant everything to Janet. She raised their four daughters, Melinda, Cinda (Jeff), Lisa,

Sydney Jeanne Book, known by everyone as “Jeanne Book,” 91, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023. She was born May 13, 1931 in Champaign, Illinois to the late Sidney and Dorothy (Deacon) Ewald. There will be a private graveside service with family at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. A public Celebration of

and Dana (John Paul). For 50 years Janet dedicated her life to her family. She loved hosting family gatherings around the pool in their beautiful backyard. When she wasn’t helping one of her girls with a project, she loved reading, planting flowers, traveling in the winter months, taking bike rides, and spending time with her eight grandchildren.

We would like to thank the Community North hospice team for giving Janet the absolute best care in her final days. They are truly God’s chosen people. The family has planned a private gathering to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Life will be held at a later date. Leppert Mortuary, Carmel Chapel assisting with arrangements. To share a memory or condolence, view the full obituary, and view the celebration of life day and time when scheduled, please visit www. leppertmortuary.com.

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Have you got a minute?

Commentary by Lorene Burkhart

If you had to choose between time or money, which would you choose?

we use our time. We can decide to eliminate activities that aren’t beneficial. We can share work to get it done faster.

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If you feel like time is moving faster than ever, I couldn’t agree more. When the weekend arrives, it seems like we just had one. The COVID-19 slowdown put a new emphasis on time. Suddenly, we could clean our closets, redecorate, do new landscaping and read the stack of books sitting by our bed. Then it was over and we scrambled to catch up.

Positive emotions make time seem to go faster than negative emotions. Remember chemistry class when you thought it would never end? Sports couldn’t exist without time rules. Baseball is now changing its rules to make the game go faster.

We all start each day with 24 hours, 168 hours for the week. Rich people don’t get more than anyone else. All we can do is change the emotions we have about how

– LORENE BURKHART

Living in a retirement community puts a new emphasis on use of time. I compare it to going to college, with meals, activities and classes at a certain time. There is a structure that allows residents to plan the use of their time. We wear watches, have clocks, look at our phones — constantly monitoring the time. The time change in spring and fall requires a mental and physical adjustment. Traveling to other time zones creates jet lag, and it takes time for our bodies to adjust.

If I had more time I would add to this column, but I have just run out.

Lorene Burkhart resides at The Stratford in West Clay. She is the author of seven books.

All we can do is change the emotions we have about how we use our time.

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ENVIRONMENT

According to the United States Dept. of Agriculture, 30 to 40 percent of all food in the U.S. is thrown away each year. While some of the food is rescued by organizations such as Gleaners and Second Helpings, much of it goes to landfills. Food scraps account for approximately 25 percent of the waste deposited in landfills. When food waste is placed in landfills, it contributes to emitting methane, a potent greenhouse gas. And globally, food waste accounts for 8 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions.

Composting food waste is a better alternative to discarding scraps in landfills. Organic waste is combined with agents such as woodchips to accelerate decomposition. This results in soil rich in nutrients that can be used as fertilizer for farm fields, gardens and parks. Because oxygen is used in the decomposition, methane is not produced, and carbon is sequestered in the soil.

Carmel Clay Schools is ramping up its efforts to compost food waste generated from feeding students. Carmel High School had a compost program, but in recent years, it has faced some hurdles. However, thanks to a $1,000 grant from the Carmel Education Foundation, CHS will be able to compost scraps through the end of the school year.

Another grant, from the Indiana Dept. of Environmental Management, will allow the school system to expand its composting initiatives to all schools in the fall of 2023. Kitchen scraps will be collected in compostable bags, and a local composting service, Green with Indy, will pick up and deliver the waste to GreenCycle in Noblesville for composting.

In addition to kitchen scraps, CCS and the CHS Green Action Club have lots of ideas on how to expand the program, such as collecting food waste from students, offering student tours of the cafeterias, incorporating composting into culinary classes and coordinating high school student visits to elementary and middle schools to educate younger students about the benefits of composting.

Cindy Muse is a board member with Carmel Green Initiative. Learn more and contact the group at carmelgreen.org.

TAKING HEART

Carmel resident set to run Boston Marathon for a cause

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

For Chris Jones, it was a second heart scare that provided his “lightbulb moment.”

The Carmel resident was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or HCM, a genetic mutation of the heart muscle, in 2011 while a student at Ball State University. He had open-heart surgery to repair it in November 2014, but Jones didn’t change his lifestyle immediately.

Two years ago, Jones’ older brother, Kevin Jones, had a heart attack.

“I’m 33 and he’s 11 months older, so it shook me,” Jones said. “I decided it was time to take my life and health into my own hands in a proactive instead of reactive way.”

Jones cut out meat that same day.

“I changed my diet and began to run, and run, and run,” he said. “After a year, I had run hundreds of miles, completed numerous 5Ks, 10Ks and a few half marathons. I’m in the best shape of my life,”

Jones is 5-foot-5 and weighed 185 pounds when he started running. He has since lost 50 pounds.

On April 17, Jones will run in the Boston Marathon to raise funds for the Joseph Middlemiss Big Heart Foundation, which raises awareness for early childhood detection and screening for heart defects.

“When Chris had his heart surgery in 2014 for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, we were told that our kids would have a 50-50 chance of getting the gene for HCM, and we were just dating at the time,” said his wife, Sarah Jones. “We knew we would have kids. Our kid does have the gene, and we’re lucky it was detected, and she will have regular heart screenings throughout her life. Just like people try to normalize getting heart screenings, mammograms and colon screenings, this is another thing that needs earlier screenings and could save lives. It’s an easy cause to get behind.”

Joseph Middlemiss was born May 31, 2007, with cardiomyopathy. Moments after birth, a chest X-ray revealed an enlarged heart that caused a lifetime of medical struggles. He died on Sep. 23, 2013.

“Although Joseph’s time here on Earth was way too short, he left behind a beautiful legacy of compassion, empathy and kindness,” Jones said. “Joseph’s life, legacy, spirit, smile and love will never be forgotten. Joey was wise beyond his years, setting the framework for amazing things to be done in his name.”

Jones said he was inspired by his story and that the foundation does great work for a cause that’s very close to his heart, so he signed up to be a member of the foundation’s team.

Eating healthy has been a good example for their daughter, Harper, as well.

“It’s good for our whole family. My daughter, who is 4, has

decided that she likes spinach on her pizza because that’s what Dad does, and I love that,” Sarah said.

Jones has been working with running coach Rachel Sinders since Novem ber 2022.

“Chris has an amazing story to share about his journey to running,” said Sinders, a Carmel resident. “Chris hasn’t been running for very long yet is all in on running. He is a hard worker, eager to learn, very coachable and a true testament to hard work paying off. It’s truly amazing to see him progress.” For more or to make a donation, visit bit.ly/3Ze6vSl.

ON THE COVER: Chris Jones will run the Boston Marathon to raise funds for the Joseph Middlemiss Big Heart Foundation, which raises awareness for early childhood detection and screening for heart defects. (Photo by Adam Seif)

SUDDEN FATIGUE

After graduating from Ball State, Chris Jones was working as a reporter at the Stevens Point (Wis.) Journal when he started to experience symptoms.

“I just felt exhausted, but I was really out of shape at the time,” he said.

Then he returned to Indiana to start working at the Columbus Republic newspaper. While in Columbus, Jones was going to join Sarah, then his girlfriend, in the Mill Race Marathon’s 5K race.

“I was starting to prepare and couldn’t get 100 yards down the street,” Jones said. “I hadn’t been to the doctor and in like three or four years. I kind of stopped keeping track of it because at the time I didn’t feel bad or anything. I was taking medicine for a while. But I stopped taking it at that time. It was about a beta blocker, and it basically slows your heart rate down. All it did for me at first was make me feel tired.”

It was recommended he go to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., for four or five days of tests. On the second day, he learned he needed surgery to fix the condition. Immediately after surgery, he felt a difference.

Following surgery, he went to live with his grandparents in Kokomo to help with his recovery.

After the time away from work, Jones realized he wanted a career change. He eventually became trained as an electrician. He now specializes in solar and backup battery design for Jefferson Electric.

Chris Jones holds hands with his now wife Sarah after heart surgery in 2014. (Photo courtesy of Chris Jones)

“Joseph’s life, legacy, spirit, smile and love will never be forgotten. Joey was wise beyond his years, setting the framework for amazing things to be done in his name.”

— Chris Jones

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Principle belief or stubborn resistance?

Commentary by Terry Anker

As might be impossible for some to imagine, there are still countless Americans who live without the benefit of indoor plumbing. To be sure, we can measure those among us who are homeless, unhoused or otherwise similarly situated. Efforts are and should be made to prevent the public health problems that originate in densely populated urban areas where the proper disposal of waste is not universal. But some of us sophisticated adults can remember a time when relatives, or perhaps we, still relied upon the services of the humble outhouse to provide comfort. Digging the pit and moving the edifice was a periodic chore, like any other, of life on the farm.

Once facilities were introduced to the house, Granddad continued to make use of the less-modern facility out back. To the kids growing up, it didn’t seem like too big of an issue. It was his preference. So what? But eventually the question came, “Why do you endure the cold of winter rather than walk down the hall like the rest of us?” To

paraphrase the response, any intelligent animal does their business outside of their nest. Even the proverbial bear does it in the woods and not in his cave. He made a good point. Still, hadn’t we progressed to the point that the additional complication to our homes was worth it for our comfort?

While that business has progressed to include two-ply softness and heated seats, there is something to be said for intentional simplicity. Once we’ve eliminated ignorance, bad luck and mental illness, are we prepared to tolerate someone who values minimal impact over luxury and convenience? Was Granddad too old school, or teaching us something about personal choice and conviction? Is reluctance to change indicative of strong and principled belief or stubborn resistance to innovation?

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

Disney is my happy place

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Where do you go in Florida when you have a day to kill between crashing at your snow-birding parents’ condos?

HUMOR

Disney World, of course!

That’s right, my husband Doo and I decided to celebrate ourselves recently at the happiest place on Earth, specifically Magic Kingdom and Epcot. Thirty SPF sunscreen, 12 hours, two parks and zero offspring made for a truly magical experience. And thanks to my colleague “Julie McCoy,” who created a highly detailed plan of attack for us, we were able to maximize our time and budget while bearing witness to humanity at its most exacerbated. And sweatiest.

The morning was dedicated to reliving my youth, circa 1977. We rode It’s a Small World, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise and Peter Pan’s Flight, but skipped Space Mountain because roller coasters make me pukey now. Delightful. Thrill-seeker Doo thought they were all dumb but understood the nostalgia. On to

Epcot! Soaring and Mission to Mars (Mission to Earth for me because, again, pukey) had him feeling much better, though he was bummed about missing the new Guardians of the Galaxy ride because of our incompetence booking a virtual queue ticket (which, turns out, is totally different than using Genie to Lighting Lane to make a reservation. Idiot). We ended our most glorious of Mondays with a leisurely stroll through the World Showcase, sampling spicy empanadas and margaritas from Mexico, giant pretzels and beer from Germany, and a surprisingly good soft serve swirl from Norway (pineapple and salted caramel? Yes, please!). Anyhoo, Disney did not disappoint and provided a wonderfully fun, parent-free stopgap for our trip to Florida. Peace out.

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

A couple’s dilemma about attending a college reunion

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

wonder why you look so bored and uncomfortable,” she said.

HUMOR

Mary Ellen and I had planned to attend her 50th college reunion in Ohio. We had talked about the event, especially since she was one of the organizers. The truth is, we were both hiding how we really felt about the arrangements. I’ve put in parentheses what we were silently thinking when we discussed the trip.

“Mary Ellen, your reunion is getting close. Sounds like fun.” (Sounds like fun for you. But this is about the last thing in the world I want to do.)

“Yes, Dick, I’m looking forward to the evening. I hope you’ll enjoy it.” (I beg you, drop me off at the door and go find something else to do until midnight.)

“It will be great to meet your old classmates, Mary Ellen.” (This will be unbearable, viewing endless photos of the grandchildren of people I don’t know.)

“Dick, I’ll be proud to introduce you as my husband.” (But if I could just tell everyone about you in your absence, I’d make you sound even better.)

“I can’t wait to hear all the stories about your campus activities, Mary Ellen.” (I need to find a bar nearby with a big-screen TV.)

“Yes, and you’ll get a kick out of chatting with other spouses. (Maybe all the spouses can get together and find a bar nearby with a big-screen TV.)

I was sensing that Mary Ellen preferred that I not accompany her. Finally, last week, we started getting honest with each other.

“Dick, if you go with me and simply hang around, no one will know you, you won’t know where to put yourself, and people will

“In all fairness, Mary Ellen, that’s exactly how I felt at my own 50th reunion. When I attended your last high school reunion, you told me that friends were all asking about me.”

“Yes, they asked me if I knew the guy asleep at the bar.”

Mary Ellen offered a compromise, suggesting I make a brief appearance, then excuse myself and go back to the hotel. I reminded her that once when I did that very thing at another get-together, she was annoyed.

“I was angry because that was no way to behave at our engagement party,” she said. She mentioned that at her 25th college reunion I said things she didn’t find funny. An old boyfriend told me jokingly that when they broke up, he started drinking.  After he downed his third cocktail that evening, I told him it looked like he was still celebrating.

Now, it appears I’ll be staying home for the upcoming event in Ohio. I’ll spend my time alone, drinking beer and falling asleep in a chair.

Exactly what I would have done at Mary Ellen’s reunion.

POLICIES

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Mary Ellen offered a compromise, suggesting I make a brief appearance, then excuse myself and go back to the hotel. I reminded her that once when I did that very thing at another get-together, she was annoyed.

– DICK WOLFSIE

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Interpreting back, neck pain

Commentary by Dr. Shashank Dave

With summer on the horizon, your neck and back pain could be holding you back from fully enjoying the warmer weather. It’s important to understand what could be causing your back and neck pain as well as your treatment options.

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UNDERSTANDING PAIN

Back and neck pain can originate from a variety of causes, including sprains and fractures, dislocations, stress from overuse, obesity and infections. Back and neck pain can cause mild to debilitating discomfort that impacts your ability to function.

WHAT CAUSES THE PAIN?

Your spine has five sections of vertebrae: the neck or cervical spine, the mid-back or thoracic spine, the lower back or lumbar spine, the base of the spine or sacrum, and the tailbone or coccyx. Pain generated from each area can have different causes.

HOW IS IT TREATED?

To treat your back and neck pain, your

physician must first determine the cause. Your physician may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, diagnostic testing and imaging. They may also decide to conduct more advanced tests to better understand your condition.

Once your physician determines the origin of your pain, they can work with you to develop the best treatment plan to address your specific condition and pain. There are a variety of treatment options, such as medications to reduce pain and inflammation as well as physical therapy to potentially fix your pain.

If these do not work, your doctor could prescribe advanced pain management techniques.

Another option includes surgery, which is done to relieve pressure on nerves or your spinal cord.

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Dr. Shashank Dave is an IU Health physical medicine and rehabilitation physician at Methodist Medical Plaza North. For more information on back and neck pain, visit iuhealth.org/ spine.

Cares offers assistance

By Chris Bavender news@currentnoblesville.com

Peterman Brothers, which provides residential plumbing, heating, air conditioning and electrical services, has launched a new program geared toward giving back to the community and helping those in need.

Each month, the company, which serves much of the central Indiana area, will give away one system, including installation, through its Peterman Cares program.

“We had gotten several ‘sponsorship’ requests for folks who needed assistance with getting HVAC systems, water heaters and repairs due to financial hardship. We determined that such needs were probably more widespread than the requests we’d received, so we decided to take action,” said Erin Anderson, community engagement manager for Peterman Brothers. “We believe that everyone deserves a safe and comfortable home with properly functioning plumbing, electrical, water heater and heating

and cooling systems, but we understand that sometimes circumstances prevent that from being a reality.”

Although the program only recently launched, the company has already received more than 100 nominations.

“The reaction has been very positive,” Anderson said. “Nominations started rolling in as soon as word got out that the program existed.”

A committee reads all the nominations and determines which person or family to select each month. Recipients will be selected based on their hardship situation and the work that needs to be completed.

“Our goal is to improve the lives of those in our community by providing essential home services to those who may otherwise be financially unable to acquire them,” Anderson said.

The company plans to continue Peterman Cares indefinitely.

Nominations are accepted on the Peterman Cares page of the Peterman Brother’s website at petermanhvac.com. People can nominate themselves or someone else at any time.

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Kroger adds Mix Food Hall

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Kroger’s latest concept in offering more services for customers is Mix Food Hall.

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“It’s another example of how we are trying to make life more convenient for our customers,” said Eric Halvorson, manager for corporate affairs for the Kroger Central Division. “People can come in and order dinner while they are in a Kroger.”

California-based Kitchen United has opened its first two Mix Food Hall locations in Indiana inside Kroger stores at 1217 S. Range Line Rd., Carmel, and 9799 E. 116th St., Fishers. The locations are open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. There are now 17 Mix Food Hall locations nationally.

Halvorson said customers can shop for groceries and pick up dinner while in the store.

“It’s another way to simplify life and have one-stop shopping in a sense,” he said.

Grand-opening events will kick off March 10 when Kroger and Kitchen United join local community leaders for ribbon-cutting ceremonies at 10:30 a.m. at Fishers and 12:30

The Mix Food Hall at the Carmel Kroger on 1217 S. Range Line Rd., will celebrate its grand opening at 12:30 p.m. March 10 with a ribbon cutting. (Photo courtesy of Kroger) p.m. at Carmel.

“Kitchen United created the concept with the idea that it can work with a number of different restaurants depending on space and other considerations,” Halvorson said. “They can mix and match based on local interest.”

The Mix Food Hall locations offer a selection from five restaurant brands: Firehouse Subs, Nathan’s Famous, Nékter Juice Bar, Saladworks and Wow Bao.

Mix Food Hall offers on-site ordering via digital kiosks and online ordering at MixFoodHall.com and will be available on Uber Eats, Grubhub and DoorDash. For more, visit MixFoodHall.com.

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Kiosk offers housing help

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

Hamilton County residents facing eviction or housing instability now have a free legal resource at their fingertips.

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A new desktop computer, scanner and printer with access to IndianaLegalHelp.org were installed in the court’s Legal Self-Help Center in early February. The center can be found at the Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center, 1 Hamilton County Square, Noblesville.

“In Indiana, housing evictions are considered a civil matter,” said Jill Acklin, Hamilton County Court administrator. “(That) means individuals are not provided legal representation and are often left to navigate the legal system on their own. Resources like these are critical in helping Hoosiers access the resources they need, especially those who don’t have access to reliable internet connectivity.”

The Indiana Bar Foundation received a $13 million, two-year grant from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority to fund the development and

A new desktop computer, scanner, and printer with access to IndianaLegalHelp.org were installed in the court’s Legal Self-Help Center in early February. The center can be found at the Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center, 1 Hamilton County Square, Noblesville. (Photo courtesy of Hamilton County) deployment of 120 self-help kiosks. At least one will be placed in each of Indiana’s 92 counties.

Each kiosk provides legal forms, instructional videos, referrals to free and low-cost legal services, and a statewide calendar of free legal advice clinics. The kiosks will begin offering assistance with other legal topics later this year.

Indianapolis actor takes turn as Agatha

Christie’s legendary detective

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Eric Reiberg is ready for the challenge of taking on Agatha Christie’s legendary Belgian detective Hercule Poirot.

Reiberg said it’s an extremely fun role.

“It’s a guy who is both obsessive and detail-oriented,” Reiberg said. “He wants people to have good things happen to them because he wants them to follow the law and do things right and everything will be all right. Of course, that never happens and dead people end up around him all the time.”

The Indianapolis resident plays Poirot in Civic Theatre’s production of “Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express,” set for March 10-25 at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

“I’ve seen David Sachet’s portrayal several times on the BBC show,” Reiberg said. “It’s the most well-known and certainly the one who sticks in everyone’s mind.”

Reiberg said he didn’t specifically avoid watching other versions of Poirot.

“I’ve spent a little time in France, and knowing fussy Frenchmen is the easiest way to replicate the character,” Reiberg said.

Reiberg, a Broad Ripple High School graduate, spent eight weeks in France during high school and three weeks while in college.

“My mom speaks French, so we get real pretentious with it now and then,” he said. “I couldn’t speak the language, but I could do a good accent, and that got me into a language program that allowed me to learn it.”

Sherra Lasley plays Helen Hubbard, an actor.

“She’s a bigger-than-life character,” Lasley said. “She loves to manipulate, flirt and

have a good time. That’s what has been so fun about playing her.”

Lasley loves whodunits but had never read or seen the show until being cast. Then she watched the 2017 version of the movie.

Lasley is appearing in her first show in Indianapolis.

“I just moved here from Los Angeles a couple of months before the audition,” Lasley said. “My sister lives in Fishers and just had her first child. She was nervous about finding care when she went back to work. I was in Los Angeles as an actor, essentially working from home. With the blessing of my agents, I came out here. Then I’ll decide if I’m going to stay here or go back to LA.”

Lasley said the COVID-19 pandemic changed the acting industry. Now, she can audition virtually.

Lasley spent several years in Chicago doing improv, sketch comedy and standup comedy. She was mostly working in

film, including comedy web shows, commercial voiceovers and some TV spots.

“This is the first play I’ve done in maybe 20 years,” Lasley said. “I’ve been wanting to get back into live theater. It’s completely different from film. It’s been incredible to have a team of people that have been fun to work with and the process of working a well-written play and character. It’s a delight.”

Indianapolis resident John Goodson is directing the show.

“I’ve not read it and I’ve not seen any of the movies,” Goodson said. “What’s compelling is it has such a long history, and people know the story and love the story. Everybody loves a murder mystery. There are really juicy characters and there is really good heart underneath it all, which you don’t always get.”

For more, visit civcitheatre.org.

‘FOOTLOOSE’

“Footloose” runs through March 26 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

‘MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS’

Civic Theatre will present “Murder on the Orient Express” from March 10 to 25 at the Studio Theatre at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

‘BEST OF JOHN WILLIAMS’

Carmel Symphony Orchestra will present performances of “Best of John Williams” to film clips at 7:30 p.m. March 11 and 3 p.m. March 12 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit carmelsymphony.org.

CRASH TEST DUMMIES

Crash Test Dummies will perform a concert at 8 p.m. March 11 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org

MIXED REP

Central Indiana Dance Ensemble will present its Mixed Rep at 4 p.m. March 12 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

IBC names board president — Carmel-based Indiana Ballet Conservatory recently named Carmel resident Rick Griskie as its new board president. Griskie brings a wealth of experience to IBC, serving as the chief operations officer at Baker Hill in Carmel, as well as having held other high-profile positions, such as president of digital marketplaces at KAR Global, chief information officer at ADESA and partner at Accenture. “Rick’s infectious positivity and innovative ideas have made us excited about his leadership, and we are confident that the future of IBC looks bright,” said Alyona Yakovleva, IBC founder and artistic director. For more on IBC and its programs, visit indianaballetconservatory.org.

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Director John Goodson speaks with the cast of “Murder on the Orient Express.” (Photo courtesy of Civic Theatre)

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Heartland Film artistic director eager for Oscars

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Heartland Film International Film Festival

Artistic Director Greg Sorvig always keeps a close eye on the Academy Awards.

AWARDS

This year, he will be watching the March 12 telecast even closer.

Sorvig said 12 films screened and honored by Heartland Film in 2022 earned a combined 39 Oscar nominations, the most ever for Heartland.

Sorvig, a Carmel resident, will be keeping a special watch as he touted Brendan Fraser as Best Actor candidate before “The Whale” was shown on Heartland Film’s closing night. Fraser, who was born in Indianapolis but moved as an infant, visited Heartland Festival in 2019 on the 20th anniversary of “The Mummy.” Fraser played adventurer Rick O’Connell in three “Mummy” films.

“When we first saw Brendan Fraser in

‘The Whale,’ we saw a career-best, Oscar-worthy performance,” Sorvig said. “We were lucky to have the Midwest premiere for the closing night of the Heartland Film Festival and are thrilled that he could (possibly) take home the Oscar.”

“Everything Everywhere All at Once” has been nominated for 11 Oscars.

“It came out in spring of last year, outside of our festival season, but we hosted a major sneak peek Indiana premiere at Newfields,” Sorvig said.

Sorvig said “The Fabelmans” only played at the Toronto International Film Festival and AFI Fest before being released in theaters and was honored with Heartland Film’s rolling honor, the Truly Moving Picture Award.

Here are Sorvig’s picks for the major categories:

• Best Picture: “Everything Everywhere All at Once”

• Best Actor: Brendan Fraser, “The Whale”

• Best Actress: Michelle Yeoh, “Everything Everywhere All at Once”

• Best Supporting Actor: Ke Huy Quan, “Everything Everywhere All at Once”

• Best Supporting Actress: Kerry Condon, “The Banshees of Inisherin”

Nominees from films Heartland Film showcased in 2022:

• HIFF: Heartland International Film Festival; IS: Indy Shorts; SAS: Special Advance Screening TMPA: Truly Moving Picture Award Winner

• “A House Made of Splinters” (HIFF); “Aftersun” (HIFF); “An Irish Goodbye “(Floodlight Pictures, Indy Shorts Comedy and Comedy Audience Choice Award Winner); “The Banshees of Inisherin “(HIFF)

• “Close” HIFF); “Empire of Light” (HIFF); “Everything Everywhere All at Once” (SAS); “The Fabelmans” (TMPA); “Marcel The Shell with Shoes On” (TMPA):

• “Stranger At The Gate” (Oscar qualified at Indy Shorts); “The Whale” (HIFF closing night) and “Women Talking” (HIFF).

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CIDE seniors ready for Mixed Rep

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Central Indiana Dance Ensemble member Ava Juleen’s emotions are mixed as she prepares for her last Mixed Rep show.

“It’s truly surreal that this is my last Mixed Rep production with CIDE,” said Juleen, a Westfield High School senior. “I’ve been with the company for nine years and have performed in Mixed Rep eight times now. It’s crazy to think that I’m finally a senior. I get to dance with such an amazing pre-professional company, and not dancing with these people I call family will be really strange. Next year, I’ll be on the opposite side of the stage watching all these amazing girls.

“I’m so sad it’s my last Mixed Rep, but I’m so excited to come back and see what’s in store.”

Mixed Rep is set for 4 p.m. March 12 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

“This year’s Mixed Rep performance features a piece of choreography by Ricardo Moyano, former dancer Chicago Ballet and Hubbard Street Dance Company, called ‘Brandenburg Concerto,’ where the dancers get to wear white wigs and act out

of ‘typical’ ballet character,” said Ashley Jacobs, who took over as CIDE co-artistic director in October of 2020 from her mother, founder and Executive Director Suzann DeLay. “It’s a quirky and fun piece that will open the show. Mixed Rep changes every year. We add choreography from a classical ballet. This year is ‘Giselle.’’ Last year was ‘La Bayadere,’ so our dancers are learning the history and choreography from these classics that have been around for over 100 years.”

Dugan set for St. Paddy’s show

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Carmel comedian Dave Dugan has some specific reasons why St. Patrick’s Day is one of his most favorite holidays.

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“First, Dugan is Irish. As my grandfather tells it, when our people came over from Ireland, we were illiterate potato farmers who had to have our mail read to us,” he said. “Second, green is my favorite color. Third, Van Morrison, the Pogues and Flogging Molly are among my very favorite artists. Fourth, I’ve got no problem with beer. Five, St. Patrick is a cool saint. Chased the snakes out of Ireland. We could use his chasing talents in Washington, D.C. Hello, who said that? Sixth, March 17 is close enough to the first day of spring to celebrate telling winter goodbye. Seventh, since I lay low on New Year’s Eve, I make up for it on St. Patrick’s Day. Eighth, I’ve got no problem with beer.”

Dugan will perform at 7:30 p.m. March 16 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. A second comedic likely will be added to the lineup soon.

“If you like Irish music, show up early and hear some of the best of the best,” Dugan said. “Then it’s Irish dancers and then comedy.”

The dancers are from Richens/ Timm Academy.

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In January, Dugan appeared with headliner Jeff Allen at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. It was his first time appearing at The Tarkington.

“When it first opened, I was the first headliner at Studio Theater, the smallest theater of the Center,” he said. “Then a few years ago I opened for Englebert Humperdinck at the Palladium. So, the performance at The Tarkington completed the trifecta. So if that was on my bucket list, I guess I’m done. What happens when you’ve completed your bucket list? Yikes, I better go pray.”

For more, visit bit.ly/3y18Yn7.

From left, Central Indiana Dance Ensemble seniors Gabriella Linton, Olivia Doan, Lucy Devenney, Oriana Gonzalez, CIDE founding and Executive Director Suzann DeLay, Ava Juleen, Taylor Ralston and Caroline Smith. (Photo by Paul Retzlaff)

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DUKE ENERGY INDIANA, LLC (“Duke Energy Indiana”) hereby provides notice that on or around March 15, 2023, Duke Energy Indiana, will file a request to revise its Rider No. 54 Excess Distributed Generation Marginal DG price for calendar year 2023. This update of Standard Contract Rider No. 54 Marginal DG price provides the updated calculation of the rate that will be used to calculate the Excess Distributed Energy credit for Net Metering customers. Standard Contract Rider 54 is available to all Duke Energy Indiana customers with Distributed Generation (DG) Resources within its service territory and subject to Indiana Code 8-1-40. The revised Standard Contract Rider No. 54 is expected to be approved approximately thirty-days from the date of filing unless an objection is made. Any objections may be made by contacting the Secretary of the Commission, or Randall C. Helmen with the Indiana Office of the Utility Consumer Counselor at the following addresses or phone numbers:

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Center Stage to present comedy

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Westfield resident Lisa Warner loves that “Critic’s Choice” is set in the 1960s and is full of Broadway, film and general references from that era.

“As a cast, we’ve spent time figuring out the references and understanding why they were included in the show,” Warner said. “Jan Jamison, our director, has made a reference guide of sorts for the audience so that they will understand what we’re referring to in the show.”

“Critic’s Choice” runs March 10 to 26 at Center Stage Community Theatre, 604 Powell St., Lebanon.

Warner portrays Angela Ballantine, the second wife of film critic Parker Ballantine, a New York theater critic. Angela decides to write a play, which creates a dilemma for Parker. Does he go to the opening and write an honest critique of the play, which is awful, jeopardizing his marriage, or not attend the play and jeopardize his job?

“Angela Ballantine is fun to play because

she starts out as a stereotypical housewife of the 1960s and goes through tremendous personal growth as the play progresses,” Warner said. “It’s interesting to perform.” Jamison, a Westfield resident, said she chose and submitted the play to Center Stage to direct.

“The TV was on in the background on the Game Show Network, an old “Password’ edition, and Alan Ludden said he was starting ‘Critic’s Choice’ in an LA theater,” Jamison said. “I looked it up and liked the play, so I submitted it. There is a movie starring Lucille Ball and Bob Hope, but, frankly, I like the play more than the screenplay. Challenges come in the form of keeping everything — costumes, props, set decorations, behavior patterns etc., in 1960.”

Fishers resident Jill O’Malia plays Ivy London, Parker Ballantine’s first wife.

“She is an actress who is a star in the largest magnitude — at least she thinks she is,” O’Malia said. “Ivy is extremely confident and wants her ex-husband back.”

For more, visit centerstagecommunitytheatre.com.

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Blueprint for Improvement: Backyard beauty in Noblesville

Commentary by Larry Greene

Built in 2014 in Noblesville’s Twin Oaks neighborhood, this home was in need of a backyard upgrade for outdoor entertaining.

THE BLUEPRINT

• The existing deck was replaced with a three-seasons room to increase indoor/ outdoor living and entertaining space.

• Eze-Breeze windows allow the homeowners to effortlessly convert the room from sunroom to screened porch based on the weather.

• The firepit makes for the perfect spot to enjoy the outdoors through the fall.

• A stamped concrete patio gives the look of stone with added durability and minimal maintenance.

• Custom lighting allows for outdoor enjoyment after the sun goes down.

Larry Greene is the owner of Worthington Design & Remodeling (formerly Case). You may email him at lgreene@worthingtonindy.com or visit worthingtonindy.com for more remodeling inspiration and advice.

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CARMEL CLAY HISTORY MUSEUM DEPOT RENOVATION AND ARCHIVE BUILDING

Clay Township of Hamilton County, Indiana

Notice is hereby given that Clay Township of Hamilton County, Indiana, a political subdivision (the “Owner”) will receive sealed bids for the CARMEL CLAY HISTORY MUSEUM DEPOT RENOVATION AND ARCHIVE BUILDING, located at 211 1st Street SW, Carmel, Indiana 46032. Bids will be received at the Clay Township Offices, 10701 N. College Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46280, until 10:00 a.m. EST on or before, March 30, 2023. Any Bid received after the designated time will be returned to the Bidder unopened. The Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud by Studio M Architects at 10:00 a.m. on March 30, 2023 in the Township’s Public Assembly Room at the same address. The Bid should be clearly marked “BID

ENCLOSED: CARMEL CLAY HISTORY MUSEUM DEPOT RENOVATION AND ARCHIVE BUILDING” on the outside of the envelope, and as otherwise set forth in the Bid Documents.

In general, the work for the Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: Construction of a 3-story history museum, archives building and depot renovation at 211 1st Street SW, Carmel, IN 46032, all as required by the Bidding Documents, the Agreement between Owner and Contractor, the General Conditions and any special conditions contained in the Bidding Documents, Specifications and Drawings (collectively the “Agreement”). The Project is being undertaken by the Owner to benefit the Carmel Clay Historical Society, Inc. and the public. The Owner will lease the Project to the Historical Society pursuant to a Sublease and Management Agreement.

The Project consists of Two Bid Packages (Bid Package 1 & Bid Package 2). The Project will not be awarded to bidders without complete bids submitted for both Bid Packages.

A Pre-Bid Conference will be held on March 14, 2023 at 1:00am at the John W. Hensel Government Center in the Community Room located at 10701 N. College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46280. Attendance by bidders is optional, but recommended, in order to clarify or answer questions concerning the Drawings and Project Manual for the Project.

Copies of the Bidding Documents, including Drawings and Specifications, are on file for public inspection at the office of the Clay Township Trustee located at 10701 N. College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46280.

Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Eastern Engineering Plan Room (https://distribution.easternengineering.com/View/MultiPlanroomJobList.aspx). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable.

Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents.

Bids must be submitted on the forms found in the Bid package, must contain the names of every person or company interested therein, and shall be accompanied by:

(1) Revised Form No. 96 as prescribed by the Indiana State Board of Accounts and as required in the Instruction to Bidders, including a financial statement, a statement of experience, a proposed plan or plans for performing the Work and the equipment the Bidder has available for the performance of the Work;

(2) Bid Bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total Bid amount, including alternates with a satisfactory corporate surety or by a certified check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the amount of the total Bid. The Bid Bond or certified check shall be evidence of good faith that the successful Bidder will execute within fifteen (15) calendar days from the acceptance of the Bid, the Agreement as included in the Bidding Documents. The Bid Bond or certified check shall be made payable to the Owner.

Any Bid may be withdrawn prior to the scheduled closing time for receipt of Bids, but no bidder shall withdraw its Bid within sixty (60) days after the actual opening of the Bids.

All Bid Bonds and certified checks of unsuccessful bidders will be returned by the Owner upon selection of the successful Bidder and execution of the Agreement, and provision of the required Performance Bond and Payment Bond.

The Contractor must conform to the antidiscrimination provisions of Ind. Code §5-16-6 et seq. A Performance Bond with good and sufficient surety, acceptable to the Owner and Engineer, shall be required of the successful Bidder in an amount equal to at least one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price, conditioned upon the faithful performance of the Agreement.

The Contractor shall execute a Payment Bond to the Owner, approved by Owner and Engineer and for the benefit of the Owner, in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the Contract Price. The Payment Bond is binding on the Contractor, their subcontractors, and their successors and assigns for the payment of all indebtedness to a person for labor and services performed, material furnished, or services rendered. The Payment Bond must state that it is for the benefit of the subcontractors, laborers, material suppliers, and those performing services. The surety of the Payment Bond may not be released until one (1) year after the Owner’s final settlement with the Contractor.

All out-of-state corporations must have a certificate of authority to do business in the State. Application forms may be obtained by contacting the Secretary of State, State of Indiana, Statehouse, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204.

The successful Contractor will be required to enroll in and verify the work eligibility status of all employees hired after the date of this Contract through the E-Verify program. The Contractor and Subcontractors will be required to sign an affidavit concerning employment of unauthorized aliens and compliance with State laws. A copy of the affidavit is included in the Bid Documents.

The Owner reserves the right to reject and/or cancel any and all Bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitation when it is in the best interests of the Owner in accordance with IC 5-22-18-2. The Owner also reserves the right to waive irregularities in any Bid, and to accept any Bid which is deemed most advantageous to the Owner.

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Visiting the base of Jerusalem’s Temple Mount

Commentary by Don Knebel

Today, in our continuing tour of Israel and the Palestinian Territories, we visit the base of Jerusalem’s Temple Mount. Beginning in 19 B.C., King Herod built a massive trapezoidal-shaped retaining wall around Mount Moriah, creating the Temple Mount on which he rebuilt the Jewish Second Temple. The 1,000-foot-long western wall extended about 100 feet above the Tyropean Road, ancient Jerusalem’s shop-lined main street. Tunnels within the filled area extended from gates in the southern wall to stairs leading out to a platform accommodating 100,000

people. An arched bridge, then the highest in the world, straddled the Tyropean Road, allowing visitors to enter from the west.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER

Docket No. PZ-2023-00033V

Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on the 247h day of March, 2023 at 5:15 p.m. in the City Hall Caucus Rooms (1 Civic Square, 2nd Floor, Carmel, IN 46032) will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to:

UDO Section 5.39 (I)(3)(d) Maximum Sign Area: 45 sq. ft. allowed, 75 sq. ft. requested.

With the property being known as (address): 11299 Illinois Street, Carmel, IN 46032

The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2023-00033V

The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Tax ID Parcel No. 16-13-0200-00-005.000

The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche.

All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place.

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PETITIONERS

In A.D. 70, troops sent to Jerusalem by Emperor Nero to put down the First Jewish Revolt broke through the city walls and demolished Herod’s Second Temple, throwing its stone blocks onto the Tyropean Road. Rabbis advised Jews to shun the Temple Mount to avoid inadvertently encountering the area of the Temple’s Holy of Holies, so they began praying along the western wall below. Over time, debris collected above the Tyropean Road, eventually reaching near where the arched bridge had connected to the Western Wall. In 1560, Ottoman Emperor Suleiman allowed Jews to pray at a section of the Western Wall near houses in Jerusalem’s Moroccan Quarter.

After Israel gained control of the area around the Temple Mount in the Six-Day War in 1967, archaeologists began excavating the area, reaching the Tyropean Road in 1987 and uncovering the steps on the Southern Wall that Jesus would have climbed while teaching in the Temple courts. Israel razed the Moroccan Quarter, creating a plaza along a section of the Western Wall, where hundreds of people come to pray each day. A screen now divides the plaza so men and women can pray separately, many by inserting slips of paper between the wall’s massive blocks.

Don Knebel is a local resident. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at editorial@ youarecurrent.com.

Western Wall of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. (Photo by Don Knebel)

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