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CENTER’S $5.5M SUBSIDY / P16 • BUSINESSes CONCERNED / P18 • REAL ESTATE UPDATE / P32 Whenever I feel like I’m being an absent father, I do apologize to my son and just say, “I’ve got something to work on that’s very, very important and one day this will be over with, but until then I can’t take you to things. I can’t take you to movies. I can’t take you to the ballpark. I can’t go to the (Cincinnati) Reds games like we always used to go to. I can’t do it.” And of course, that’s what happened during the campaign too, thinking I’d make it all up once the campaign was over. Of course I still can’t do that yet. So that’s half of what I’m fighting for.Before we get to that, one thing I want to point out, which is rarely reported, is my original home down around Corydon and New Albany. I’m originally from a Democrat family. I was politically aware at a young age in general, but because I’ve got a large Democrat family that helped me to (understand) if there was a difference of opinion about politics, I was always respectful of that. ... but I’d always tell people, I don’t want any of you to do anything that’s going to hurt someone’s livelihood. I don’t want anyone to do anything like file for a prosecutor or attorney general, or the disciplinary commission, because that is what is what gets people not to want to run for office and that is what gets people not to want to vote. I said, no matter how bad things get, it can get bad to a certain point, but there’s a certain point to where you don’t November go past. Because Tuesday 1, 2011 then it becomes uncivilized. Now, as to the timeline: You know, the one thing I did that probably did not help 3210 East 96th Street • Indian me, but as a citizen I’m very proud to have done this, was … there was a feeling among many factions that (former Hamilton County apolis, IN 46Prosecutor) 240 • 888-641-01 Sonia Leerkamp needed to just retire and go away. I was friends with (Leerkamp) for years, but I felt that she burned a Ex lot of bridges with 53 pi res 11/5/ 11 Coupon must be the (Hamilton) County Council, when she called them extortionists, because hers was the only office that would not file reviews for present work when service ord valid with any oth er is written. No er chairman offer or discoun that t their employees, and I thought she had a horrible record on (sex crime cases). I believed as a citizen and asoua county she ted service. Valid and r dealership. Co only at upon not valid on her executive staff were incompetent, and they didn’t work well with the county council. And that’s why I met man named Paul Felix does with pre vio not includa us ch arg e taxes. Bring us es. Cost proof or meaning tell us your story.me. several times. I felt I had to get Felix to run. Sonia told one of my good friends that, “I’m going to get him someday for this,” And she sent letters to every precinct committeeman attacking me for supporting Felix, even though in past years I’d supported her. And then she lost that primary, and everybody was fairly happy. When the charges were filed against me by Greg Purvis and then by Vop Osili, one thing to understand is that this practice had been done by Democrats in the past against other local officials and nothing was ever done, no matter what the merits of the case were. It didn’t matter if you were a county chairman, or if you were an elected official currently, Sonia never went after anybody. It didn’t matter how bad it was. She simply didn’t do it. Or she called a grand jury and found a way to make sure they were given a “no” bill. So at the time I thought, Here they go again, filing yet another thing and this is ridiculous. because. No. 1, I didn’t do anything wrong and, No. 2, prosecutors across the state have priorities. They go after people that are dangers to society. They don’t spend their time letting three special prosecutors go after somebody for something like this. So here we are. I get this phone call to tell me that Vop, my Democrat opponent was in my office and (an Indianapolis television station) was there with him. The caller’s observation, or point to me was, “Charlie, I think it’s payback time.” And then a couple hours later, they announce they’re going to pick special prosecutors. Now you have to understand, this is six weeks before statewide election. Nobody does this. (Leerkamp’s) office doesn’t do anything quickly. I mean, look at their record on protecting rape victims. They don’t work this quickly. But they worked with greased lightning on this one. They decided to pick (special prosecutors) so quickly, right before the election, so the Democrats could run ads like the “Sorry Charlie” ads and have all the headlines they created, but here’s the thing though … we have a five-year statute of limitations on some of these things. What was the big hurry six weeks before an election to start on this when no other prosecutor in the state would?The problem is, and the biggest regret I have - and I don’t know how I would have dealt with this differently - but what I really regret is the fact that I didn’t take a step back and look at the situation. It’s been widely reported out of the entertainment of (an Indianapolis newspaper) about my wife’s debts. My wife had a hard life. ... I wanted to take care of the woman I intended to marry ... . I don’t regret helping my fiancée, but what I do regret is that I should have taken a step back and realized, for example, that the fact that someone did use her name and Social Security number to set up bills in places she never lived, or racked up bills in places she no longer lived, that it would mean I would have to put my name on bills, which they’re now using against me. When you’re trying to help somebody that needs help, when you know you’re going to get married - and this is something the media will not report - when she has two children and I have a child - a 6-year-old, a 10-year-old and a 14-year-old - you need to do what is in the best interest of those children. There is no darn way that I’m going to live (out of his district with Michelle before they wed) every day until I get married. That is just the right thing to do. I respect

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It is our position when the Indianapolis Colts drafted Peyton Manning in 1998, they got more than they had bargained for. Very few athletes, if any, do as much for their community than Peyton has done for central Indiana. Not only has Manning brought excitement on the field and the kind of play that has captivated Colts fans, but his commitment off the field is admirable as well. Manning’s Peyback foundation has helped disadvantaged youth by assisting programs that provide leadership. Manning also has the Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincents, which provides valuable resources for sick children. We believe the argument can also be made without Peyton Manning, Indianapolis would not have a Super Bowl. Very few losing teams get new stadiums and as we see from this year, Manning was a major factor in the Colts’ success. We do not want to speculate on Manning’s future playing in the NFL, we do believe if anyone can come back from a neck injury like this it is Peyton Manning. His hard work and devotion to the game has given Colts fans no reason to doubt him.

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Slow down, for businesses’ sake We like the idea that one day the nightmare that has been and continues to be the 96th Street/Keystone Parkway traffic mash-up will be resolved. We have altogether different feelings about how it may adversely affect business in the immediate area. Carmel unveiled plans last week for a multi-lane, teardrop roundabout design on 96th, which would run beneath an elevated Keystone Parkway. If it comes to fruition, the still-to-be-funded $50 million project will ensure safer traffic flow and lessened congestion. Work could begin as early as next August (and you thought construction delays there were all but at an end). Still, for the massive improvement that will be made at the junction, there remains the very real possibility that existing businesses will be gobbled up in part or entirely, and that makes us queasy. From the fuel/convenience stops to the car dealerships to the eateries and other retail amenities, we’re not thrilled by the possibility that their bottom lines would be adversely affected – or that some businesses, which have battled the recession with all their might, not to mention the current I-465 junction project, could be gone for good. We don’t stand for that. We insist the city find other ways to mitigate the disaster of an intersection and still route traffic wisely, make things safer and preserve

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg the commerce in the area. It all fosters a feeling of hopelessness for many business owners, and perhaps Larry Griggers, who owns Ruth’s Chris Steak House, made the most broadly representative comment, when he said, “I feel it’s just coming and there’s nothing we can do about it.” Let’s hope that certainly is not the case. (We wanted to hear from Mayor Jim Brainard about this, but he couldn’t be reached before deadline.) How do you feel about it? Let us know at info@ youarecurrent.com, please. ••• More than 500 attendees packed the Carmel Clay Public Library’s Gilded Leaf event last week. That is a tremendous show of support for one of our favorite community treasures. Congrats to the library and those who joined the party.

COMMENTARY By Kevin Kane Proposed changes to the city’s sign ordinance should make things easier for local business owners. The Carmel Chamber of Commerce and city staff members have been working together for years to make the sign ordinance and related application process more user friendly. The city’s sign permit specialist, Rachel Boone, addressed the Plan Commission late last month and briefly explained what the proposed amendments aim to accomplish. “For the past four years that I’ve handled signage for this city, I’ve noticed lots of inconsistencies and taken in a lot of complaints, suggestions and thoughts from the community on the sign ordinance and how it can be better,” Boone said. “So I’ve been keeping tabs of those things and we’ve been working with the chamber of commerce…over the past couple years on making changes and trying to address the chamber’s needs and our needs.” Overall, the proposed changes should make the ordinance and its definitions easier to understand, Boone said. For instance, picture examples could be included to more clearly illustrate which types of signage are permissible. Additionally, Boone said many of the city’s current definitions are not consistent with today’s

technology. The city and the chamber also would like to see a sign-permit application process that is easier to navigate. Such changes include reducing duplication, improving consistency in the application of the ordinance and making the application paperwork easier to understand. “The general public just wants to be able to do it themselves without coming to me and without hiring an attorney,” Boone said. Though she said she tries to make this process as easy as possible, Boone said most people find this task to be “cumbersome.” That’s consistent with what we at Current have heard, too. We’re still a few weeks away – at the least– from the approval of these amendments, but this proposal is a step in the right direction. With such local competition and great need to attract new businesses and retain existing ones, any changes that will potentially help businesses of any size are worth investigating. Signage is important to businesses, but obtaining approval for it should be easy. It’s good to see that those in charge agree. Kevin Kane is the managing editor of Current in Carmel. You can reach him via e-mail at Kevin@ youarecurrent.com.

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to me I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” Commentary The imagery evokes the difficulty of sea-crossing By Terry Anker in crowded vessels seeking a new and better way In 1882 wealthy poet, Emma Lazarus, along of life in a faraway land. Is it really different than with a number of other artists and writers, was those crossing thousands of miles of jungle and asked to donate an original poem to support the desert on foot, in auto proposed construction or on train from Central of a monument in New Is America built upon the America seeking a better York City. Originally she guarantee of wealth and life for themselves and demurred, claiming she contentedness? Or, is it a place their families? Regardless, couldn’t really emote for a statue. Moreover, she that only promises the ability the recent gaggle of protesters on the tony plazas was already charitably of their pursuit? in and around Wall Street engaged working against (from many of which, the deplorable conditions Lady Liberty is fully in view) reminded me of this of those fleeing anti-Semitism across Europe. poem and led me to ponder what Ms. Lazarus Eventually, she agreed and penned “The New might think of the goings-on. Colossus” hoping it might bring attention to the Is America built upon the guarantee of wealth difficulties faced by the arriving refugees into and contentedness? Or, is it a place that only America. Not only was her work well regarded by those attending the benefit, officials ultimately promises the ability of their pursuit? Is it freedom or something else that is now yearned? declared it worthy of posting in bronze at the base of the new work, The Statue of Liberty. Although the whole of the piece is worthy of Terry Anker is an associate editor review, most of us remember, “Give me your of Current Publishing, LLC. tired, your poor Your huddled masses yearning to You may e-mail him at terry@ breathe free The wretched refuse of your teeming currentincarmell.com. shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed

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‘Holidaytion Spectactularisis Stuporundum’ COMMENTARY By Jeff Worrell Having gladly attended my fair share of the Carmel High School Music Dept.’s annual Holiday Spectacular, I have witnessed the phenomenon known as “Holidaytion Spectactularisis Stuporundum.” Commonly known as “Spec Stupor,” it overwhelms you when the final curtain falls, the lights go up and you know you should make your way towards an exit from the Dale E. Graham Auditorium. To the untrained eye, Stupor victims look relatively normal. Usually their heart rates are up, faces are flushed and mouths are upturned in a grinning manner. But the most telling sign of someone who has contracted Spec Stupor is the mumbling. The Stupor attacks the victims’ ability to coherently discuss world events. Instead, all they seem to be able to put forth are phrases of amazement like, “How did they do that?” “Can you believe the costumes?” “I swore they couldn’t outdo last year!” “How many kids can that stage hold?” “And did you see all of those costumes?” Veteran Spec Stuporites just smile and nod, remembering their first few times being caught under the influence of Mr. Kuskye, Mrs. Conrad and Mrs. Gillespie. The threesome somehow manages to create a mini epidemic each December as they strive to make each year outdo the last. When asked how this is done, Kuskye said,

“It is always a personal goal to top whatever we did the year before, with every show. That gets very difficult to do. We all have our favorite shows. It’s ultimately about creating the illusion that it was better. We always try to give the audience that ‘most memorable’ moment in each show. We cultivate our students to always give the very best performance. It is their love for performing and entertaining that creates this ultimate feeling of topping.” This year marks the 20th anniversary for the CHS Holiday Spectacular with performances running Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the CHS bookstore beginning Nov. 3 during regular school hours. More than 500 choral students bedecked in the finest costumes an army of moms can sew will dance and sing their hearts out, giving you an evening full of heartwarming holiday memories including a special trip to the North Pole to see Santa Claus. Buy your tickets early, come ready to be awed by the transcendent talent of our youth and prepare to be stricken with the best disease the season has to offer. Jeff Worrell is a local businessman. He recognizes volunteers on “Connecting with Carmel” on cable channel 16. Contact him at jworrell@advantagemedical.com

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DISPATCHES » Time change – Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour Sunday as Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. The Carmel Fire Dept. encourages residents to change the batteries in their smoke detectors when they change their clocks. » DPS to move to Carmel – DPS, Inc. (Data Processing Services) will move into the James Building in Carmel City Center by the end of the year. The building also houses the Tarkington and Studio Theaters, as well the corporate headquarters for Software Engineering Professionals (SEP) and Periculum. » Traffic shift – INDOT planned to reopen the off-ramp from westbound I-465 to Keystone Avenue on the city’s northeast side during the weekend. There now should be two ramp lanes—one permitting left turns to southbound Keystone, the other providing right-turn access to northbound Keystone. Motorists traveling northbound on Keystone will no longer crossover from the west side to the eastside of the roadway south of 96th Street. Instead, they will continue in west side lanes past the construction zone (north of 96th Street) where northbound traffic is redirected to the east side of Keystone. Construction of a concrete median necessitated the earlier crossover. That median has now been built. » Nominations accepted – Williams Comfort Air is accepting nominations for teachers as part of its ExtraordinAIRy Treasures program. The company will honor six ExtraordinAIRy Teachers (two elementary school, two middle school, and two high school teachers), each receiving a $500 cash award and $500 donation to their school. Nominate an ExtraordinAIRy teacher today at www. MyIndianaTreasure.org.

Holiday hopelessness COMMENTARY By Danielle Wilson I can’t believe I’m already saying this, but the holidays are stressing me out. Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away, and Christmas is looming in the background. I have starting losing sleep over upcoming family get-togethers, gift shopping and general winter madness. What gives? I’m going to take the liberty of blaming my parents for this first round of holiday jitters. Normally, we go over the (Ohio) River and through the woods (a neighborhood with mature trees) to the grandparents’ house on Thanksgiving and spend the weekend with my side of the family. We devour fowl, we watch Lifetime, we even place a few bets at Churchill Downs. This is Kentucky, people, where bourbon, tobacco and ponies reign supreme. But, noooo, this year Mom and Dad are heading to sunny and geriatric-friendly Florida, leaving me and my four siblings home-forthe-holiday-less. So my twin will stay in Los Angeles, my younger sister will be in Columbus, another in Louisville and the baby of the family will travel to Cleveland to be with her boyfriend. Where does that leave me? Here in Indy, I guess. But Doo’s parents are also in Florida, which is actually irrelevant because Turkey Day is supposed to be about my family. So now it looks like I’ll get a double dose of my in-laws, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it’s just not

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the way it’s supposed to be: My way and with my mommy and daddy! Christmas shopping? Usually I’d have all the kids’ shopping nearly finished by now, nieces and nephews in the works, and plans for parents completed. This year? Zip. Nada. I haven’t purchased one Barbie doll, Lego set or black pair of socks. I have yet to waste hours on Amazon, or Craig’s List searching for an antique doo-hickey for Grams’ thing-a-ma-bob. I haven’t even compiled a disgustingly detailed list yet. I’m chalking up the delay in maternal obligation to my job and the IRS. This making-a-living thing is really getting in the way of my enjoying-life thing. Added to the anxiety are the admittedly self-inflicted stress inducers: several baby showers, work parties, the obligatory New Year’s Eve celebration, and two very large birthdays for me and Doo. We both turn 40 in January. Uh-oh, there go my heart palpitations. Deep breaths. What’s a girl to do? Why, vent to her beloved readers and calm the heck down. After all, the holiday season just wouldn’t be the same without anxiety-induced insomnia, right? So let’s get this party started early. Peace out.

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In its continuing work to bring high-profile interviews and reporting on and about some of our most interesting citizens, public and private, Current presents the following exclusive, one-on-one discussion between Terry Anker, its associate editor, and Charlie White, the embattled Indiana secretary of state. The conversation, which included his new bride, Michelle, raised questions ranging from the personal to his all-too-public legal and political battles. The following is a transcript of their words – edited only for space and style. The words and opinions are theirs entirely. Because of the continuing litigation, the questions were intentionally not aimed at legal strategy, precise legal issues or the attorney representing White, ex-Marion County Prosecutor Carl Brizzi. Instead, they were intended to allow the Whites to share their story.

Current: What do you tell your kids about this period? Michelle White: Well, you know we don’t

watch the local news and we’re hoping that they’re Michelle and Charlie White at their home in Fishers. still oblivious. My oldest daughter is the one that gets feedback from her friends, but they are very supportive. She’s Day weekend 2010, and it was one of the best days of my life. You know, it still is. Six weeks before the election was over, I was 14 now and it’s actually kind of sad because one of her good guy just looking forward to leaving town and having a real honeyfriends wanted to be in politics until this thing came up. My son moon. That’s what I was planning on doing. I didn’t plan on this. is so young that he’s just happy-go-lucky; and with Charlie’s boy, ... So, we haven’t really gotten to our newlywed stage yet. We’ve I know his mom talks with him. I just try to make it as normal always said that when this is over, we’re going to get remarried as possible for the kids even though after work Charlie’s at home and we’re going to start this over again and just press the reset doing his research. button and do a do-over. Charlie White: Whenever I feel like I’m being an absent faMW: It just feels like our life has been put on pause, and it’s ther, I do apologize to my son and just say, “I’ve got something to always lingering in the back of our mind, this whole process that work on that’s very, very important and one day this will be over we have to go through. with, but until then I can’t take you to things. I can’t take you to (At this point Michelle White leaves the conversation to go to movies. I can’t take you to the ballpark. I can’t go to the (Cincinwork.) nati) Reds games like we always used to go to. I can’t do it.”

And of course, that’s what happened during the campaign too, thinking I’d make it all up once the campaign was over. Of course I still can’t do that yet. So that’s half of what I’m fighting for. Current: How did the two of you meet and fall in love? MW: He didn’t ask me out to dinner again soon enough (after

their first blind date), so I kind of made the first move. I mean even though our professional lives are completely different, what we believe in for our family and what we like to do for fun is the same. And, he wanted a normal (non-political) life when he comes home from work, and he found that in me. CW: Actually, I knew she was the one because I was willing to give up politics for her. Whatever I had to do, I thought, it was okay, so I knew she was the right one. Current: As newlyweds, what’s next for your family? CW: First of all, let me go back to before we were newlyweds.

Michelle was very understanding that I was gone all the time, and through the whole process of actually getting married, meaning, when can Charlie slow down enough to get a wedding together and miss being (Hamilton County Republican chairman), Fishers Town Council, trying to do stuff for my former employer and running for statewide office. We had to postpone it to Memorial

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Current: How did the case unfold? CW: Before we get to that, one thing I want to point out,

which is rarely reported, is my original home down around Corydon and New Albany. I’m originally from a Democrat family. I was politically aware at a young age in general, but because I’ve got a large Democrat family that helped me to (understand) if there was a difference of opinion about politics, I was always respectful of that. ... but I’d always tell people, I don’t want any of you to do anything that’s going to hurt someone’s livelihood. I don’t want anyone to do anything like file for a prosecutor or attorney general, or the disciplinary commission, because that is what gets people not to want to run for office and that is what gets people not to want to vote. I said, no matter how bad things get, it can get bad to a certain point, but there’s a certain point to where you don’t go past. Because then it becomes uncivilized. Now, as to the timeline: You know, the one thing I did that probably did not help me, but as a citizen I’m very proud to have done this, was … there was a feeling among many factions that (former Hamilton County Prosecutor) Sonia Leerkamp needed to just retire and go away. I was friends with (Leerkamp) for years, but I felt that she burned a lot of bridges with the (Hamilton) County Council, when she called them extortionists, because hers was the only office that would not file work reviews for their employees, and I thought she had a horrible record on (sex crime cases). I believed as a citizen and as a county chairman that she and her executive staff were incompetent, and they didn’t work

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well with the county council. And that’s why I met with a man named Paul Felix several times. I felt I had to get Felix to run. Sonia told one of my good friends that, “I’m going to get him someday for this,” meaning me. And she sent letters to every precinct committeeman attacking me for supporting Felix, even though in past years I’d supported her. And then she lost that primary, and everybody was fairly happy. When the charges were filed against me by Greg Purvis and then by Vop Osili, one thing to understand is that this practice had been done by Democrats in the past against other local officials and nothing was ever done, no matter what the merits of the case were. It didn’t matter if you were a county chairman, or if you were an elected official currently, Sonia never went after anybody. It didn’t matter how bad it was. She simply didn’t do it. Or she called a grand jury and found a way to make sure they were given a “no” bill. So at the time I thought, Here they go again, filing yet another thing and this is ridiculous. No. 1, I didn’t do anything wrong and, No. 2, prosecutors across the state have priorities. They go after people that are dangers to society. They don’t spend their time letting three special prosecutors go after somebody for something like this. So here we are. I get this phone call to tell me that Vop, my Democrat opponent was in my office and (an Indianapolis television station) was there with him. The caller’s observation, or point to me was, “Charlie, I think it’s payback time.” And then a couple hours later, they announce they’re going to pick special prosecutors.

Now you have to understand, this is six weeks before statewide election. Nobody does this. (Leerkamp’s) office doesn’t do anything quickly. I mean, look at their record on protecting rape victims. They don’t work this quickly. But they worked with greased lightning on this one. They decided to pick (special prosecutors) so quickly, right before the election, so the Democrats could run ads like the “Sorry Charlie” ads and have all the headlines they created, but here’s the thing though … we have a five-year statute of limitations on some of these things. What was the big hurry six weeks before an election to start on this when no other prosecutor in the state would?

Current: Some have claimed that this prosecution is disproportionately aggressive. If you agree, why do you believe it to be so? CW: Well, I’ve maintained from the beginning that we’ve bro-

ken no laws and ... the law was there to protect people that are in transition. And that’s why I won the recount decision three to nothing with three judges. The three judges on the case were all attorneys and one of them was a former Democrat judge here in Hamilton County, Buddy Pylitt. So when you look at the law and you apply all of the current controlling case laws, it’s all on my side. But the problem is when the media will not report what the law is. Now, they didn’t mind that Evan Bayh - all this law that we have today is because of Evan Bayh - he was secretary of state and an attorney when he ran for governor when they

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Now every time I bring up Evan Bayh’s name, the same people in the media who covered that case want to have amnesia and act like it never happened because my dad wasn’t a senator and I’m just a regular average middle-income citizen. I don’t have a political pedigree. And every time I talk about Evan Bayh they say, “Well that’s Evan Bayh.” Well, who cares; he’s a citizen. But most importantly, if we’re all concerned about this now … remember on Evan Bayh’s case that he stopped being a senator on Dec. 31, 2010. He lives in D.C., his wife lives in D.C., and the man voted by absentee ballot in Indianapolis. He claims as a homestead an $80,000 home in Indianapolis that he does not live in. He lives in D.C. in a $2.3 million home. My point is, I’m not saying Evan Bayh is committing voter fraud, I’m saying,

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What White is confronting Secretary of State Charlie White is facing seven felony counts after a special Grand Jury was convened earlier this year to look into possible criminal charges when White’s legal residence in Fishers was questioned. Those seven charges, which were announced March 3, include: Count 1: Submission of a false, fictitious or fraudulent registration application – a Class D felony. The Grand Jury said White knowingly or intentionally sent a voter registration change of address form on Feb. 23, 2010, to the Hamilton County Board of Voter Registration representing his new address was 7527 Broad Leaf Lane in Fishers, when he knew he would be living at 13086 Overview Drive in Fishers at the time of the next election, which was the 2010 primary election. Count 2: Perjury – a Class D felony. On Feb. 23, 2010, the Grand Jury said White committed the offense of perjury by knowingly or intentionally making a false material statement under oath or affirmation knowing that his voter registration change of address form was false. Count 3: Fraud on a financial institution – a Class C felony. The Grand Jury said on Feb. 26, 2010, White knowingly executed a scheme or artifice to obtain money, funds or property owned by or under the custody or control of a state or federally-chartered insured financial institution by means of false or fraudulent pretenses, representations or promises. The jury felt that in a real estate closing transaction White represented an intention to reside at 13086 Overview Dr. within 30 days of Feb. 26, 2010, and said that misrepresentation was material for White to obtain the loan

and more favorable interest rate. Count 4: Voting in other district – a Class D felony. On May 4, 2010, the Grand Jury said White committed the offense of voting in other district by voting in Delaware Township Precinct 12 – indicating that he resided at 7527 Broad Leaf Lane – when in fact he was living at 13086 Overlook Dr. at the time, which is located in Fishers Fall Creek Township Precinct 5. Count 5: Procuring, casting or tabulating a false, fictitious or fraudulent ballot – a Class D felony. The Grand Jury said that on May 4, 2010, White intentionally cast a vote in Fishers at Delaware Township Precinct 12 when he was residing in Fall Creek Township Precinct 5. Count 6: Perjury – a Class D felony. On May 18, 2010, the Grand Jury said White committed perjury by stating on his marriage license application to the Hamilton County Clerk’s Office, and under affirmation of the truth, that his residence was 7527 Broad Leaf Lane in Fishers when it was 13086 Overlook Dr. in Fishers. Count 7: Theft – a Class D felony. The Grand Jury said from Nov. 5, 2009, to Sept. 28, 2010, White committed theft by taking his pay as a Fishers Town Council member for District 2 when he did not reside in that council district. Under Indiana law, White’s one Class C felony count carries a penalty upon conviction of a fixed term between two and eight years in prison. Each of White’s six Class D felony counts carries a penalty of six months to three years in prison. All seven felony counts carry a fine of up to $10,000.

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Current: Regardless of the outcome of this case, how do you move on with your lives? CW: It’s obviously been challenging. Having

said that when we’re done with this, no matter what the outcome is, we’ve always said it’s wherever God wants us to be. But you don’t give up just because, to a lot of the mainstream media, it’s entertaining, or that they’re getting bored with it or they don’t understand the law and they don’t want to report it. Part of their story is that they just want this guy to go. Literally, for the Democrats and some of the people in the media, I think, the fairy tale end to the story would be if my family and I would just simply curl up into a ball and die. We will not do that for their entertainment.

would be that the case be dropped. I want to get on with my life. I want to start the marriage that I began. I haven’t even been able to have a honeymoon yet. I’d like to be able to go on a honeymoon. I’d like to be able to spend time with my son again. I’d like to be able to spend time with (Michelle’s) kids again. The other thing that’s still very important is that the longer that this drags out, this is not good for our elections process or our campaign process because the more this goes on … we can’t have people not wanting to vote or run for office because of what happened to me. I don’t want them thinking that they’re going to have to talk to their wives and their family if they think they’re going to win and you have someone who’s sour grapes who might lose and they’re going to end up being like me and spending nearly $200,000 in legal fees. But between the legal fees, between the $45,000 spent by the taxpayers for the recount commission to their executive director and what will eventually be Charlie White being sworn in as Indiana paid special prosecutors, this will be the Secretary of State. most expensive vote in Indiana history.

Current: What is your greatest personal disappointment? CW: I really thought that as the next sec-

retary of state, I was going to be the guy that helped tone down the partisan rhetoric about certain election issues and focus on the core functions that the legislature has allowed us to work on. My disappointment was that this has caused me not to be able to do that, No. 1. No. 2, I’m very disappointed that I feel like I was kind of like a hot potato. The local prosecutor’s office, whether they had malice or not, they just had a bad media week and they just wanted to pass the hot potato to somebody else so they wouldn’t have to deal with it. Current: What is your biggest regret? CW: The problem is, and the biggest regret I

have - and I don’t know how I would have dealt with this differently - but what I really regret is the fact that I didn’t take a step back and look at the situation. It’s been widely reported out of the entertainment of (an Indianapolis newspaper) about my wife’s debts. My wife had a hard life. ... I wanted to take care of the woman I intended to marry ... . I don’t regret helping my fiancée, but what I do regret is that I should have taken a step back and realized, for example, that the fact that someone did use her name and Social Security number to set up bills in places she never lived, or racked up bills in places she no longer lived, that it would mean I would have to put my name on bills, which they’re now using against me. When you’re trying to help somebody who needs help, when you know

you’re going to get married - and this is something the media will not report - when she has two children and I have a child - a 6-year-old, a 10-year-old and a 14-year-old - you need to do what is in the best interest of those children. There is no darn way that I’m going to live (out of his district with Michelle before they wed) every day until I get married. That is just the right thing to do. I respect the wishes of the woman I love, even if it’s inconvenient. I did what was right for the children.

I regret the time I’ve spent away from my family. I regret all of the vacations I’ve missed, all of the weddings I’ve missed, the time I missed with my son, helping other people who, at the first sign of trouble, ran. I think that should be a lesson. If you ever help people get elected to office, try to just help people you’re friends with. It makes me think, My God, I’ve spent 25 years of my life helping other people locally and statewide and what did it get for me? That’s what my relatives keep asking me, “Why did you help all of these people? It didn’t do you any good.” For a complete transcript of this interview please visit youarecurrent.com

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Griggers was one of several business owners who spoke out in opposition of the proposed project. Rob Butler of the Butler Auto Group said the city is only showing residents the potential positive effects of the project while ignoring the hardships it could bring to area businesses. “I don’t know if two minutes at a light is going to be worth 200 jobs and four businesses,” he said. “But knowing (Mayor Jim Brainard), it will be more than four businesses.” Butler and Griggers said continued construction would greatly hamper their respective businesses both in the near and short terms, as the proposed project would make it difficult for drivers to enter their lots. But before the city can do anything, it first must determine how it will pay for the project. The city’s application for a Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery grant and federal stimulus dollars was turned down last year, which Brainard admitted was a long shot. At the time of the city’s application, the TIGER grant program had $1.5 billion to award to more than 1,400 applicants seeking about 40 times that amount. Only 51 projects received funding, and Carmel’s was not one of them. Now the city is pursuing other avenues. Brainard said the city is currently negotiating with the state on ways to fund the project, but he said he could not provide more details about these talks at this time.

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Hard work takes national stage COMMENTARY By Jeff Swennson The national stage: a term that usually doesn’t come up when talking about a public school district. But, our community can take great pride in its excellence on the national stage as another aspect of student achievement in Carmel Clay Schools. As this column goes to press, our Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team at Carmel High School continues to be ranked as the number one team in the nation. The non-stop hard work of our student-athletes and the leadership of Coach Frank Dixon have put our team in the aweinspiring position. The Marching Greyhounds and Color Guard are headed to New York for an appearance in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. More than 250 Carmel High School students and the Performing Arts staff at CHS will put their dedication on display in the Big Apple. CCS has been named by the College Board as an AP Achievement District for the second year in a row. The national honor places our school district in exclusive company for the percentage of our students earning a college-ready three, four or five on the AP Exam.

Excellence is built on the commitment of our school district to rigorous learning. The future of our students, and the future of our community, depends upon CCS implementing ways to improve our focus on the highest learning standards. This year, for the first time, the State of Indiana will require each student in third grade to take a new reading test known as IREAD. Administered in the spring of, IREAD is a high-stakes test for these children because third graders who do not pass IREAD, by law, must be retained. It’s the goal of CCS to front-load quality reading instruction so students have lots of learning experience with required reading skills. Our teachers and staff at our elementary schools have already begun this effort. So, as students excel this fall on the national stage, CCS works diligently to advance the academic success of our youngest students.

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Is your child just a ‘regular kid?’ EDUCATION By Edy Stoughton Of the 15,000 students in Carmel Clay Schools, most of them are “just regular kids.” They’re nice kids who are good citizens and try hard to do their best. Some of these children are “late bloomers” and some need a little extra individual attention. These children deserve an environment where they can discover their interests and develop their passions. They need to be able to ask questions and get help when they don’t understand. If a child is struggling academically, this becomes an even greater concern. Some of these students feel they are overlooked in a large school. They may feel as if they don’t have a chance to shine without being a “star.” These feelings can lead to discouragement and even depression. It is important you communicate with the school about how to

find areas where your child can find recognition and a sense of achievement. But if the situation doesn’t improve and your child doesn’t seem to fit in his or her present school, you might want to explore the option of a smaller and more personalized environment where students have a chance to be recognized and appreciated for who they are. Smaller schools with a strong sense of community can give children a sense of belonging instead of feeling they are a face in the crowd. Parents know there is no such thing as “just a regular kid.” Your child is special and unique and needs to have the chance to thrive in a school that recognizes this.

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Cold Weather Turkey Chili Football season, in our state, begins around Labor Day and ends usually after Thanksgiving. Early in the season temperatures are in the high 80s, for our tailgate party, with a hot sun burning us. This is when we need shelter from the sun, we hope for a breeze and we use sunscreen to protect our skin. Fast forward to November and this is the time of the year we serve cold

foods and cold beverages. Things change a lot in a short three months. Usually by late season we are expecting snow or freezing rain and dreading wind blowing a chill almost right through our bones. This is when we eat hot foods and drink hot beverages. It’s the season when we try to look to sit in the sun and get some shelter from the wind.

Ingredients: 2 lbs. ground turkey; 3 pkgs. McCormick’s chili mix (or your favorite); 3 28oz. cans whole-peeled tomatoes (un-drained); 4 15oz. cans dark red kidney beans (un-drained) To Prepare: Brown the turkey in a large pot, drain it if you must, and then add everything else. Bring the mixture to a low boil and then reduce the heat to allow the chili to simmer for one hour. Stir the mixture occasionally. Serve with oyster crackers or French bread. If you have children at your party, you can float some hot dogs in this chili for 15 minutes

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At The Stratford we don’t have to go outside to get to our grand dining room for a delicious, hot meal. We don’t have to drive anywhere to pick out a good read from our library. No one has to hit the sidewalk to travel to the wellness center for some exercise (ours is just down the hall in the clubhouse). We don’t even have to clean up after our parties because the amazing staff here does it for us. In short, while the rest of the area is digging out—we‘ll be living it up! This could be you this winter, so call 317-733-9560 now and ask our Lifestyle Advisors about the benefits of living at The Stratford. By the first snow of this year—you’ll be glad you did!

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Now – Nov. 20 Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre: It’s a Wonderful Life 9301 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis “It’s a Wonderful Life” tells the story of the goodhearted but downtrodden George Bailey, who has spent his life making sacrifices for others. Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with this heartwarming family show, and rejoice as George realizes the tremendous impact his life has had on the world around him. Details: For tickets visit www.beefandboards. com or call 317-872-9664.

Thursday to Saturday Follow the North Star – Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers, will host its annual Follow the North Star at 7:30 p.m. Learn what it was like to be a runaway slave on the Underground Railroad and explore the fears and challenges faced by fugitive slaves making their way through 1839 Indiana. Cost is $20 for non-members, $17 for members. For more information, call 776-6006 or visit www.connerprairie.org. Saturday Chicken Noodle Dinner & Bazaar – The Emmanuel United Methodist annual Chicken Noodle Dinner and Bazaar will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. All proceeds from the event go to support local and global missions. The delicious homemade chicken noodle dinner, which includes sides and various desserts, will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adult dinners are $7 and children age 4 to 10 are $4. Carryout is available. Do your early holiday shopping at the bazaar featuring more than 20 booths or indulge at the bake sale. Emmanuel United Methodist Church is located at 16000 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville. For more information, contact Brenda Forbes at 439-8488 or email bsf52@aol.com.

Today and Wednesday Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre: Amadeus 3 Center Green, Suite 200, Carmel Peter Shaffer’s award-winning “Amadeus” combines fiction and history to explore the dramatic rivalry between Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri, the late 18th century court composer for the Emperor of Austria, who escorts the audience through his recollection of the events leading to Mozart’s death. Details: For tickets visit www.civictheatre.org or call 317-843-3800. Wednesday Homemade auction – The Roaring 20s Extension Homemakers Club will host its annual Fall Homemade Auction Wednesday at the Arcadia Town Hall, 208 W. Main St. The event will include a large variety of items – from jewelry to baked goods – and are all handcrafted and homemade. Refreshments will begin at 6:30 p.m. with the auction starting at 7 p.m. All proceeds will be donated to various local charities.

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Greetings from High Point Furniture Show COMMENTARY By Vicky Earley Greetings from the Fall 2011 High Point Furniture Show, the world’s epicenter of home furnishing trends. I wish you were here. I am writing this on day three as I tend to my tired feet and blisters, the universal malady of furniture mart. I confess I adore going to Mart. For one week, twice a year, I am like a four-year-old at Disney World. The thrill of peeking into the crystal ball of interior decorating trends gives me child-like butterflies of excitement. The first trend of the Fall 2011 show is the focus on collections mapping our lives. These en masse objects d’arte are in vignettes as bottles, vintage games, framed art and anything reflecting who we are and where we have been. Customization is a strong trend simply because it has become more accessible. It is also a result of an increasing consumer demand for homes to differentiate from the neighbors’ homes. Designs for small spaces are still gaining in popularity as the size of the American home shrinks. The expectation a piece of furniture will multi-task has become the norm and an ottoman without storage is almost an anomaly now. Second homes and vacation homes are on the rise as real estate prices remain depressed leaving costal and lake-cottage décor strong. Some of these elements, such as shells, have spilled over into main stream décor with a smooth transition. British Invasion is as strong as it was in 1964

when Ed Sullivan hosted the “Fab Four.” William, Kate and Pippa might be the source of this novel preoccupation or it just might be nostalgia for the scratchy stains of “Let It Be” revolving on a turntable. Celebrity-designer branding is as big as ever. Candace Olsen, Barclay Butterra and Kathy Ireland have lent their names to everything from cork floors and chandeliers to sofas. Celebrity brands help guide a consumer to a type of look, but often help to inflate the pricing. Raw and weathered wood paired with linen still reign throughout furniture mart-dom. Espresso or black wood is a trend manufacturers would like to put to bed, the customers still want it. Although it has been shelved in contemporary decorating settings, we will continue to see it in traditional décor. Made in U.S.A. has taken on a new importance and is announced with every opportunity. The uncertainty in China and the exchange rate combined with the increased cost of shipping, vendors are looking closer to home. At this week’s High Point Market, the domestic production theme will be on display in a 16,000-square-foot Made in America Pavilion Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

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DISPATCHES » Rich hit the hardest? – During the past three recessions, the top 1 percent of earners (those making $380,000 or more in 2008) experienced the largest income shocks in percentage terms of any income group in the U.S., according to economists at Northwestern University. When the economy grows, their incomes grow up to three times faster than the rest of the country’s. When the economy falls, their incomes fall two or three times as much. The super-high earners have the biggest crashes. The number of Americans making $1 million or more fell 40 percent between 2007 and 2009. Their combined incomes fell by nearly 50 percent—far greater than the less than 2 percent drop in total incomes of those making $50,000 or less, according to the IRS. -Wall Street Journal » Easy efficiency boost – Remove light bulbs in your house and dust them gently. A dusty light bulb may be as much as 40 percent less efficient than a clean one. -www.almanac.com

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Deadlines get it started COMMMENTARY By David Cain People will go to greater lengths to avoid pain than they will to satisfy a desire. The statement could change your life or your business. Think about it in the context of your daily activities and you’ll see the power. Most actions are ignited in an effort to avoid pain than to find pleasure. I live with three women and can attest firmly people tend to rally around pains. Talking about pains and problems represent an estimated 65 percent of our conversations and it is a primary driver of actions. We all spend time working on resolving issues, pains and problems. It takes a lot of energy, effort and discussion. Do you have a goal? How much time do you spend working on achieving it? Usually our efforts focus on the pain, not the payout. How will knowing this help you? Well, it’s easy. You deal with people right? You have relationships with others and those people - your family, your friends and your customers - are all motivated just like you. They are more in-

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Stocks to buy now for 2012 profits Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) - DUK is a defensive stock that helps to provide stability to the value investors’ portfolio at one end and payments on the other through dividends. The recent news of the settlement with N.C. public staff regarding the merger of DUK with its rival Progress Energy Inc (PGN) is expected to bring a positive effect on the stock prices. DUK announced to merge with PGN earlier this year with a total cost of $13.70 billion which will turn DUK into the largest electric utility enterprise in United States with a presence in six states. AT&T Inc. (T) - The company intends to purchase T-Mobile USA from Deutsche (DTEGY. PK) at a cost of $39 billion which will help it to become ahead of its competitor Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ).

Nokia Corporation (NOK) - The company came into lime light earlier this year when NOK decided to exchange its Symbian operating system with more user-friendly Windows 7 phone software. However, the launch of these new smart phones is still awaited.NOK also is planning to target the low-end market in the emerging economies as the company has lost market share in the smart phones segment. The company is looking sound in the coming future but the management will have to make sure the launch of the new smart phones before it starts troubling the stock prices. The recent settlement of the lawsuit related to the launch of smart phones with Apple Inc and new strategy of targeting emerging markets will likely to have positive results for the company in the future. -www.seekingalpha.com

Seasonal sales for houses LOCAL REAL ESTATE By Jim Litten The housing market continues to stabilize across Central Indiana. In September, home sales climbed more than 5 percent, inventory tightened by 13.6 percent, and year-to-date sales prices of homes inched up 1.8 percent to an average of $152,554, according to F.C. Tucker’s most recent housing report. Carmel is a leading example of the gradual real estate turnaround underway. In September, 97 homes sold in Carmel – an increase of 51.6 percent from the same time last year, and inventory shrunk by 41.7 percent. The average sales price for a home was $316,240. Fifty-eight homes sold for $299,999 or less; 31 sold in the $300,000-$499,999 range; and eight sold for $500,000 and greater Neighboring Fishers also experienced a nice surge in sales with 31 homes sold – an increase of 19.2 percent. Home prices, however, were down 4.9 percent, while Noblesville’s home prices were up 0.2 percent compared to the same period in 2010. Noblesville sold just 19

fewer homes last month compared to September 2010. In Westfield, homes prices increased by 9.6 percent over the same time last year. A total of 31 homes sold last month, compared to 41 in September 2010. As we approach the end of the year, a slight slowdown is possible in the housing market. As the leaves turn and weather grows colder, the housing market naturally winds down. It’s a perfect time to attend to home maintenance. Make sure your heating system runs properly and consider an inspection by a qualified heating contractor. Check for roof damage and loose or missing shingles, repairs of which could put off a larger, more costly roof replacement in the future. A little extra attention in these areas will hopefully head off any potential inspection issues when it comes time to sell your home.

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Be brave with your buddy COMMENTARY By John Mikesell There is an unfortunate myth floating around in some parts of the dog-training world. The myth says if you give reassurance to a fearful dog you will reinforce his fearful behavior; therefore, you must ignore your dog when he’s trembling at your feet in fear. Hogwash. Think back in your own life to a time when you were very frightened or upset. Did it help you feel better to have someone you trusted come up and put his or her arm around you and calmly reassure you everything was going to be alright? Of course it did. Our dogs aren’t any different. When emotions run high, we are more concerned with helping our dogs get those emotions back under control. When a dog is afraid, the emotional part of the brain, the amygdale, takes over, and the thinking part of the brain, the cortex, doesn’t work well. The over-

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Why and how: The limits of love ability and generosity, of judgment and peace of Spirituality mercy and grace. By Bob Walters God is with us, about us, for us and in us. We look at God and ask “Why?” He created us. Jesus Christ is the author of all We struggle with faith and ask “How?” knowledge.” The Holy Spirit is God’s light in The Bible says a lot about why (For God so our reverent lives and loved the world …) but comfort in our human not much about how. challenges. God is eternal God could, so he did. God is a God of action unrelenting, he purBut, how did He do it? and creativity; a God of and sues us. Why does it matter? Why What do we do? We did He bother? life and courage. He is a get stuck at “why” and Conversely, church God of accountability and “how.” Instead of woris full of “how” but not a great God,we much “why.” Pray, read generosity, of judgment and shipping worship the diminished the Bible, be baptized, peace of mercy and grace. idols of why and how go to communion and in knowledge. We focus serve. Repeat. That’s how. on us. Amen. God said so. When we demand finite answers to God-sized But why? There’s only one Father-Son-Holy Spirit. Why so many doctrines? John 14:6 plain- questions, we limit faith. We limit truth and lose focus on everything-ness of God. ly quotes Jesus Christ: “I am the way and the Love God, and love others … and limitations truth and the life. No one comes to the Father go away. except through me.” But how? “Tell me why, Lord,” we beg. “I’ll believe, tell me how I’ll know.” Not that anyone besides Bob We’re desperate for faith and plead for anWalters (rlwcom@aol.com) is counting, but this marks five years swers, but we overlook the obvious. The Bible – 260 straight weeks dating back gives us a clear picture of who God is and what to November 7, 2006 – of filing God does. this Christian column for Current God is a God of action and creativity; a God newspapers. Thanks to all. A book is of life and courage. He is a God of accounton the way.

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COMMENTARY BY Dick Wolfsie On the Wolfsie refrigerator, next to a photo of me hugging Goofy at Disney World (I was a mere 57 years old at the time) is Mary Ellen’s list of items to be purchased on her next trip to the supermarket. Mary Ellen’s list is a model for all Americans who want to eat healthy. There’s skim milk, low-fat cottage cheese, and skinless chicken breasts. Here’s the question: If that’s pretty much what the list always looks like, how did all that other crapola we eat end up in our kitchen? Who smuggled in the chips? I am the culprit, of course, and that is why I avoid food shopping with my wife. When we do go together, I’m on a very short leash and the chances of getting any treats are zero, even if I beg. I wish my wife would treat me even more like a dog. I deserve it. We used to go the store together all the time. She thought it was important for our relationship to walk down the aisle making food choices as a couple. She was confusing its significance with the aisle we walked down 30 plus years ago. But there’s a huge difference: After I said “I do” in l980, Mary Ellen didn’t say, “I don’t think this is good for you,” or “Are you sure this is what you really want?” and when we kissed during the service, she definitely didn’t say: “You still have plenty of this back home.” I’m second-guessed about everything I put in the shopping cart. Here are some of Mary El-

len’s favorite expressions: No one still living eats white bread. Yes, we do need baked beans, if you don’t count the 24 cans on top of the pool table. Why are you buying low-fat trail mix bars? You know you’re not going to eat them. Why are you buying cheese puffs? You know you’re just going to eat them. Mary Ellen has junk-food radar and more often than not, she’ll locate my hidden cache with just a glance. I do try to sneak things into the basket, but it’s tough to hide a large Tombstone pizza under a can of peaches. Having to put an item back on the shelf is the most humiliating thing that can happen to a guy—at least in public. Recently, I ran into a friend at the grocery. “Hey, Dick, doing a little reverse shopping, are you? You must be here with the wife.” To avoid future embarrassment, I told Mary Ellen that this week I was going to go to the store alone. She said that was fine, and Saturday morning she handed me a sheet of paper. “Thank you, Mary Ellen, but I don’t need a shopping list.” “Oh, it’s not a shopping list. It’s a permission slip.”

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2009 INFINITI QX56

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2008 VW EOS

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FALL LAWN AERATION

Record heat and drought this summer has created unwanted stress on your lawn.

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Aerate this fall!

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SO ACT NOW! If you are interested in refinancing or purchasing a home, the following rates apply: For loans of $100,000 to $300,000* • 30 yr fixed 4.125%, APR. 4.25% • 15 yr fixed 3.375%, APR. 3.5%

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Classifieds

VISA, MasterCard accepted Reach 91,350 homes weekly L. Siebert 632 Ironwood Drive Carmel, IN 46033

Services

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Pet Grooming Services

PET SERVICES HOME AWAY FROM HOME

LAURA’S LAUNDERMUTT Mobile Dog Grooming

Retiree will board your pet in my home. Very Reasonable Rates!! 317-607-8541

Happy Pets In-Home Pet Care

Fully Equipped Grooming Van For information of to make an appointment call: 317-202-1005 Elementary Tutor licensed teacher grades K-6 eaboeke@hotmail.com 317-919-8070

“A MAN FOR ODD JOBS” handyman , repairs hauling, yard work call Tom - 847-3753

Guitar Lessons

Wth recording artist Duke Tumatoe Learn from professional and have fun All levels - in Carmel duke@duketumatoe.com or 317-201-5856

In-Home Tutoring

Master’s Degree Instructors SAT/ACT Test Prep, College Prep, Math, Reading, English, ENL (English as a New Language) for all grades through adult Call 317 776 7615 Golden Education Strategies, Inc

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A less stressful and economical alternative to boarding with loving care for your pets in the comfort of your home. Experience in Exotics. Insured/Bonded Member of Pet Sitters Associates LLC happypetsitter@gmail.com 317-645-6043 References available

Nails by Hilliary 317-730-2544

To your door nail services. Great for moms, or anyone in a nursing or assisted living facilities. Buy a Spa pedicure get a manicure for FREE!! *Ask about my frequent customer discount *We do Spa parties for any occasion. “Let me take care of you”

HOUSE CLEANING

“Finally Your Solution To A Spotless Home!” Call The CleanUp Company Now For A Free In-Home Estimate (317) 730-3691 www.indycleanup.com

Hair by Linda in Noblesville lindakemble.com 317/650-2303 New Client Special With This Ad $65 All over color, cut & brow wax $75 Highlight, cut & brow wax 1802 Conner St. Noblesville

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CAREGIVERS FOR THE ELDERLY Top ranked agency looking for mature, energetic adults to assist seniors in their homes

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Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons

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FOR SALE FOR SALE

Three prime burial plots in The Garden of Devotion at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. Call 317-622-1717

FURNITURE

Executive conference table. Nearly new. Mahogany with 8 matching leather swivel chairs. Too large for our new space. Value approx. $9,300. Will sell for $3,000 OBO. Call 847.5022.

Senior Home Companions of Indiana, Inc. Helping Seniors Remain in their Homes Since 1996

We invite you to come by our office and fill out an application between the hours of 9-12 on Mondays and Thursdays mornings.

7164 Graham Road, Suite 170 • 317.841.0296 • Indianapolis, IN 46250

Customer Service/ Dispatch

Noblesville company looking for a full timecustomer service professional that can manage multiple duties at the same time in a small office atmosphere. Will be responsiblefor customer service, data entry, back up dispatching and other miscellaneous office duties. Must have great attitude, great customer service skills with excellent organizational skills. Full time position with full benefit package. $11-$12/hr. depending on experience. Email resume to michelle. hepburn@summersphc.com or fax to 317773-2645

IMMIGRATION CLERGY

Prepare and deliver sermons in church. Lead religious services. M. Div. degree reqd. Send resume to New Hope Baptist Church at 2240 106th Street Carmel ln. 46032

Business for sale Business For Sale: Noblesville Kumon Math & Reading franchise. Profitable. Owner retiring. 317-371-0634.

FOR HIRE Book author and journalist available

for freelance writing, editing and tutoring. Custom poems for all occasions. Reasonable rates. References available upon request. Email: d.saunders1@comcast.net or call: 317-220-4191.

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You can make a difference in the lives of seniors by joining our team of non-medical Caregivers. North Indianapolis and Hamilton County Requires phone, valid DL & car insurance, clean criminal history & driving record, reliable transportation. Call Today! 317-252-4472

HEAD CUSTODIAN

Carmel Clay School Corporation is accepting applications for the position of Head Custodian of Creekside Middle School. Responsible for the supervision of custodial staff and shift supervisors on three shift schedule in the cleaning of classrooms, restrooms and common areas for large facility. Work schedule is 40 hours per week, benefits eligible after 90 days. Hourly rate $16.36 to $22.44, depending on education and experience. Candidates with custodial supervision preferred; criminal history check required. Apply on-line to www.ccs.k12.in.us AA/EOE

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NOW HIRING

Seeking Fulltime Department Manager to oversee our Watch and Jewelry repair service center located in a major department store. Must be customer service oriented, have manual dexterity skills (hand/eye/ coordination), be sales driven, be energetic and outgoing. Watch and jewelry repair experience preferred but will train. Must be able to handle the day to day administrative duties including mandatory paperwork. Competitive wage. Please send resume to: jspitzmesser@timeservice.com

PT Nanny Needed

for 2 children from 2-6pm Monday – Friday during the Carmel Clay school year and Full time during the summer. Non-smoker that has reliable transportation and willing to assist with homework, prepare meals and other light household tasks as requested. Salary negotiable. Please contact Jacque at nannyincarmel@gmail.com.

NOW HIRING

Full & Part Time cleaning positions available on NE & NW side of Indy. Positions start at 5pm and are approximately 8+ hrs/night. Must have clean criminal background, 12 month verifiable employment within the last 18 months and must have your own car. Call 317-252-9795 and leave a message. Someone will return your call ASAP

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$15/Hour+ Restaurant Servers Banquet Servers Bartenders Apply in Person! 11925 N. Meridian Street Carmel, 46032

Rummage SaLE 63rd Annual Presbyterian Women Christmas Bazaar & Rummage Sale

Shop our many booths: • Jewelry • Toys • Furniture • Books • Linens • Kitchen Items • Electronics • China & Glassware • Home Accessories • Clothing • Sporting Goods • Antiques & Many More! NEW! Fair Trade Marketplace! FREE ADMISSION All proceeds support local and worldwide mission outreach programs. Saturday November 5th 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Second Presbyterian Church 7700 North Meridian St Indianapolis 317-253-6461 SecondChurch.org/PW

CHILDCARE Daycare, Fishers (141st & SR 37), 6am-6pm, NB-6 yrs, great rates, experienced, education based; 765-517-2494

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Sales positions available in the Hamilton,Co. Territory paying $625 per week base pay plus bonuses and commission. Top Reps average over $2000 per week. Pay checks issued weekly. Seeking positive minded individuals with energetic personalities, professional appearance and great people skills. Sales experience is helpful but not required. Company training is provided. For immeidiate interview call 317-564-4957 Mon-Fri 9am-9pm

“MI ESCUELITA”

SPANISH IMMERSION PRESCHOOL A unique Spanish Program in DOWNTOWN Carmel OPEN HOUSE 1:00PM-4:00PM

NOVEMBER 13

Call today for information: (317)575-9379

120 3rd St. NW, Carmel, 46032

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You: Head to Toe A Women’s Wellness Event Saturday, November 5 8:30 am – noon (Registration opens at 8 am) The Fountains – 502 East Carmel Drive, Carmel $5 per person* You: Head to Toe is a day designed especially for women to talk with our expert physicians and highly skilled specialists, one-on-one, about any of our comprehensive women’s services. From breast health to maternity care, nutrition to menopause, heart health to osteoporosis, sleep disorders, acid reflux, facial cosmetic surgery and more. Come prepared to learn. Leave ready to live well. You’ll enjoy: Raffle prizes and giveaways Four physician-led breakout sessions Opportunity to mingle with other women

Continental breakfast Health screenings

For more information and to register, visit iuhealth.org/north/womens-wellness

*All proceeds will be donated to the Riley Children’s Foundation.