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Republican candidates for governor aim to build support at county GOP fall dinner

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

border and that the “objective truth is under attack,” leading to the “weaponization of race” and “sexualization of children.”

POLITICS

Five Republican candidates seeking to become the next governor of Indiana presented their campaign platforms Sept. 11 during the Hamilton County Republican Party’s Annual Fall Dinner at Embassy Suites Conference Center in Noblesville.

Candidates Curtis Hill, former Indiana attorney general; Fort Wayne businessman Eric Doden; Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch; Brad Chambers, former Indiana secretary of commerce; and Sen. Mike Braun each had five minutes to make their case in front of a politically engaged crowd of 650 attendees.

Gov. Eric Holcomb, a Republican, is not running again after reaching term limits.

CURTIS HILL: ‘TRUTH IS UNDER ATTACK’

Hill, who served as the state’s attorney general from 2017 to 2021, took aim at the Holcomb/Crouch administration and several national issues, including border security and the “weaponization of race.”

He accused the governor’s administration of inaction during riots that broke out in downtown Indianapolis in May 2020 after some racial justice protestors clashed with police.

“What I won’t do is stand by like the Holcomb/Crouch administration and watch Indianapolis burn at the hands of looters and thugs. I know the difference between constitutional protection and violent offenders,” said Hill, who served as Elkhart County prosecutor for 14 years. “Another thing I won’t do is support the largest organizations that by their nature are anti-family or anti-police and go by the name Black Lives Matter. We won’t support them at all.”

Regarding national issues, Hill said he wouldn’t hesitate to deploy the Indiana National Guard to help secure the nation’s

During his time as attorney general, four women accused Hill of sexual misconduct. An investigation determined the allegations to be credible but that there wasn’t enough evidence to criminally prosecute Hill, who claims the accusations are false. The Indiana Supreme Court suspended his bar license for 30 days as a result of an attorney disciplinary proceeding.

Hill didn’t refer to the accusations but told the crowd that he is a proven fighter.

“One thing you can say about Curtis Hill is he knows how to take a blow, and he knows how to keep standing,” he said.

ERIC DODEN: ‘LEAD WITH A SERVANT’S HEART’

Doden, a businessman from Fort Wayne who previously served as president of the Indiana Economic Development Corp., said his vision as governor would be shaped by determining how he can meet the needs of others and protect the vulnerable.

“I believe that we have an obligation to lead with a servant’s heart,” he said. “That’s when we’re at our best in politics.”

One example, he said, is his proposal for zero-cost public adoptions, which would make it easier for the 13,000 children in foster care to permanently become part of a family. His plan calls for using $100 million from the state to start the Zero-Cost Adoption Fund, which would be supplemented in perpetuity with private-sector contributions.

He also highlighted his Indiana Main Street Initiative, which would dedicate 10 percent of the state’s economic incentives to Main Streets in rural communities to stimulate economic growth, encourage small business creation and build local pride.

“(The northern Indianapolis suburbs) have

pursued excellence in a way that’s remarkable, and we are admiring that every day that we drive through, whether it’s Noblesville, Fishers, Carmel or Zionsville,” Doden said. “But we also know that we need that same excellence in all 92 counties.”

SUZANNE CROUCH: NOT PLAYING IT SAFE

Crouch, who has served as the state’s lieutenant governor since 2017, pointed out that no party has held the state’s top office for more than 20 years since World War II, but she believes she is the candidate to change that (Indiana has had a Republican governor since 2005).

She said her political experience, which includes state auditor, state representative and Vanderburgh County auditor, combined with a willingness to make tough decisions, set her apart from her opponents.

“When I’m governor, I’m not going to sit in an office for four years playing it safe so I can get reelected,” she said. “I’m running for governor to boldly lead Indiana into the future. And we’re going to start by eliminating Indiana’s individual income tax.”

Crouch, a native of Evansville, also said she will protect conservative values by ensuring parents have control over what is taught to their children, prosecuting criminals and drug dealers who are in the U.S. illegally and working to ensure the government spends within its means.

BRAD CHAMBERS: CONTINUE

‘UNPRECEDENTED’ ECONOMIC PROGRESS

Chambers, who resigned as Indiana’s secretary of commerce in July shortly before announcing his gubernatorial campaign, hasn’t run for elected office before.

The self-described “political outsider” said he would be a governor who “thinks differ-

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ently” and would “move with urgency” in growing the economy.

“I’m running for governor to continue the unprecedented economic progress that started when I was secretary of commerce, to continue to build an economy of the future, an economy offering high-wage careers that attract and keep our kids and grandkids in a growing economy that will fund needed investments in our education system,” he said.

With the event honoring first responders, Chambers shared about how, as founder and CEO of Indianapolis-based Buckingham Companies, the real estate investment firm returned PPP funds from the federal government to be allocated for other small businesses and opened an empty hotel in downtown Indianapolis to first responders, so they wouldn’t have to worry about catching COVID-19 and taking it home to their families.

“First responders are critical to our safety,” Chambers said. “Just like we did during COVID, I will continue to do all I can to ensure they have the support they need not just to do their jobs but thrive as our friends and our neighbors.”

MIKE BRAUN: ‘YOU’LL LIKE ME BETTER AS GOVERNOR’

Braun, who has served as a U.S. senator representing Indiana since 2019, is ready to return to state politics.

“(In Washington, D.C.) they don’t do budgets anymore,” he said. “They just think government should be the No. 1 thing in our lives, and worse, the federal government.”

The Jasper native also has concerns about state government, however, including overreaching policies put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Never take for granted that your freedom and your liberty are going to be there,” he said. “How do you keep that from happening? You’ve got to make sure that in your local and state government that we represent what the first responders represent, that I’m always going to give it their all for what this country was built upon.”

Braun said as a senator he has always voted on principle, which he said he would continue to do as governor.

“If you’ve liked me as a senator, I think you’ll like me better as a governor,” he said.

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Q&A: North Central candidates

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

sustainable progress.

WHAT SHOULD BE THE CITY’S ROLE IN SUPPORTING ITS SENIOR CITIZENS?

ELECTION

Incumbent Republican Teresa Ayers is facing a challenge from Democrat Courtney Culver for the North Central District seat on the Carmel City Council.

Ayers has served on the council since January. Culver has not previously held elected office.

Ayers has lived in Carmel 40 years and works as an outreach representative in the office of Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita. Culver has lived in Carmel 11 years and is a senior director at Salesforce.

WHAT ARE YOUR TOP CAMPAIGN ISSUES?

Ayers:

• Responsible growth

• Conservative fiscal policy to maintain low taxes

• Prioritizing public safety

Culver:

• Community safety in Carmel relies on investments in fire and police departments to accommodate growth. Prioritizing infrastructure and financial readiness for future population expansion is crucial.

• Advocacy for all is a city councilor’s duty. I will actively engage residents and businesses, seeking their opinions and concerns.

• Fiscal responsibility and transparency ensure responsible budgeting for economic safety and growth while promoting transparent fiscal policies..

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE CARMEL’S FINANCIAL HEALTH?

Ayers: I believe when debt is used wisely and managed properly, the city can benefit. Carmel’s debt is approximately $1.5 billion. This means debt is $17,000 for every man, woman and child living in Carmel. With an impending recession, Carmel should focus on paying down our debt and improving our credit rating.

Culver: The city currently manages a responsible level of debt; however, it’s important that we do not accumulate additional debt to maintain fiscal preparedness for future uncertainties and opportunities. Balancing existing commitments while safeguarding financial flexibility is essential for

Ayers: This must be a top priority. We must provide the amenities and care they need and deserve, including ease of access into city buildings, available/dependable transportation and an activity center(s) where they have a say in what will benefit them and their needs. We must also focus on affordable senior housing so they can stay in the community.

Culver: The city’s responsibility in supporting senior citizens is to create an inclusive, accessible and supportive environment that enables them to actively participate in the community. It’s important to protect and create affordable housing options, provide relevant social programming and offer reliable transportation options.

HOW DO YOU DETERMINE IF A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT IN CARMEL IS SOMETHING YOU WOULD SUPPORT?

Ayers: Throughout my campaign I have walked in many of our beautiful well-established neighborhoods. The constant theme throughout this experience was that the residents love their neighborhoods and the city. However, there is concern regarding the constant increase in development and density. It is vital to maintain the greenspace we currently have and expand on it where we are able. Greenspace is important and should always be a priority.

Culver: I would first need to understand at least the following about the project to make a decision:

• The current state of the city’s budget

• The current occupancy rate of Carmel’s residential and commercial developments

• The impacts of the development on our city’s traffic and public safety agencies

• If residential, what percentage of the space would be saved for affordable housing (or at least non-luxury)?

• Can our public schools sustain the potential growth in population?

• What are the environmental impacts?

• Will greenspace, trees, wildlife be eliminated or displaced?

• How do the area residents feel about the development?

HOW CAN VOTERS LEARN MORE ABOUT YOU?

Ayers: Ayers4Carmel.com or on Facebook at Ayers For Carmel Culver: CulverForCarmel.com

Read the full Q&A at youarecurrent.com.

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Carmel businessman joins GOP race for 5th District

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

U.S. in 1994 and relocated to the Hoosier state in 1996.

Illinois woman arrested for threatening CPD

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

DISPATCHES

Correction — In the Sept. 12 edition of Current in Carmel, an incorrect cutline ran with a photo from the Public Safety Day event held Aug. 19 in Carmel. In the photo, David Ruegsegger, a civilian pilot with the Indiana State Police, pauses near a helicopter.

ELECTION

Carmel businessman Raju Chinthala, a Republican, has joined the Congressional race for Indiana’s 5th District.

The seat is held by U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz, a Republican who announced in February she would not seek reelection.

Noblesville state Rep. Chuck Goodrich, nonprofit president Matthew Peiffer and business owner Sid Mahant previously announced campaigns for the seat in the May 2024 Republican primary.

Chinthala is founder and president of the Indiana India Business Council and a senior advisor for India at the Indiana Economic Development Corp. He also serves as treasurer of the Hamilton County Republican Party.

Born in India, Chinthala moved to the

“My experience in Indiana has been varied and successful and helped me to understand this community and its great people,” Chinthala stated.

“I’ve been a speech-language pathologist, helping thousands through their difficulties. As a businessman, I’ve managed various enterprises, helped create better health care and been a key player in acquiring investments in our state and our country totaling more than $500 million.”

Chinthala has been recognized for his efforts with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joe Biden and has received the Sagamore of the Wabash twice — once from former Indiana Gov. Mike Pence and more recently by Gov. Eric Holcomb.

Chinthala is married to Dr. Prasanna Chinthala. They have a son, Anoop.

Police arrested an Illinois woman after she entered the Carmel Police Department headquarters building at 4:49 p.m. Sept. 7 and made threatening statements at officers while claiming she had a gun.

A CPD negotiator communicated with Stephanie Abbo, 48, of Normal, Ill., for approximately 45 minutes until police took her into custody. She did not have a gun but attempted to pepper spray officers when they arrested her, according to police.

According to a probable cause affidavit, Abbo said she would shoot Carmel police officers and employees because of unfavorable interactions with other law enforcement agencies in the past.

Abbo has been charged with intimidation, intimidation by a terroristic threat and attempted battery of a law enforcement officer. She remained in the Hamilton County Jail as of Sept. 14. Bond was set at $100,000.

Submit questions for debate — Current in Carmel and the Palladium are presenting a mayoral debate between Republican candidate Sue Finkam and Democratic candidate Miles Nelson at 7 p.m. Oct. 2 at the Palladium, 1 Carter Green. Members of the community are invited to submit questions or topics to be considered for the debate by emailing Ann Marie Shambaugh, Current in Carmel managing editor and debate moderator, at AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com.

Voter forum — The League of Women Voters of Hamilton County will host a voter forum at 6 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Carmel Clay Public Library, 425 E. Main St. The event will include information about the voting process, from finding voting locations to ensuring voters are registered to learning the requirements for early voting. The event is free and open to the public. Learn more at lwvhcin.org.

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Bar with outdoor area for dining, games proposed on Main St.

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

A bar and restaurant that includes a dog-friendly outdoor area for dining and games is proposed on W. Main Street.

ELECTION

Local restaurateur Kevin Paul is planning to renovate a building at 904 W. Main St. that previously housed Scott Pools and Bergman Automotive to become the site of The Boneyard Bar & Restaurant — a working name that might be changed — and a second future retail tenant. A recreation area including bocce ball and shuffleboard is planned on gravel behind the building.

“It’s going to be like a very California or Austin open-air type setup,” Paul said at a Sept. 5 Carmel Plan Commission commercial committee meeting.

The committee, which is reviewing the architectural design, lighting and signage planned for the site, didn’t vote on the proposal and continued the matter to its next meeting. Committee members said they would like more information about parking and how the restaurant might partner to share spaces with nearby developments, including The Signature, which is under construction west of the site.

Paul’s other restaurant concepts in Carmel include The Brockway Pub, Danny Boy Beer Works and The GOAT, which is shut down for renovations that include adding restrooms and enclosing certain areas. The City of Carmel required the renovations as part of a plan to allow The GOAT to reopen

The Boneyard Bar & Restaurant is planned at 904 W. Main St. in vacant buildings east of The Signature mixed-use development, which is under construction. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh)

after neighbors complained of noise late into the night and patrons trespassing on nearby private property.

Committee member Adam Aasen, who also serves on the Carmel City Council, asked Paul how he can assure his constituents this new concept won’t cause similar issues.

“(The GOAT) was a time and place. I think there were a boatload of mistakes made on multiple sides,” Paul said. “Everyone was well-intentioned. I think there’s still a correction that needs to be made with The GOAT. But certainly there are some things that I’ve learned, like don’t play music after 10 o’clock. Shut it down. Move it inside.”

The commercial committee is set to continue discussing plans for The Boneyard at 6 p.m. Oct. 3 at Carmel City Hall.

CCS won’t lease property for communications tower

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

Carmel Clay Schools has decided not to lease property it owns near Shelborne Fields for a wireless communications structure.

EDUCATION

At the Sept. 11 school board meeting, Supt. Michael Beresford said the district received “quite a bit of feedback” from the community after introducing the idea at the previous board meeting.

“We’ve determined we don’t want to move forward with it,” Beresford said.

The approximately 100-foot-tall structure was proposed near Shelborne Fields, which are used by the Carmel Dads’ Club on property owned by CCS east of Shelborne Road and south of 126th Street.

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Retired teacher’s book collection used to launch Little Free Library

By Jennifer A. Haire news@currentincarmel.com

Summer reading lists aren’t just for kids. Retired teacher Chris Lanham spent many summers enjoying books written for a younger audience, specifically her third-grade students at Towne Meadow Elementary School. She wanted to recommend titles that would inspire her students to read. As each school year inched toward summer, she would build her summer reading list by adding books to a pile at the front of her classroom. Her students would pass by it daily, and she hoped some would pique their interest.

READING

The next school year her classroom shelves would grow, adding the summer collection she had just read. Filled with other faculty and staff recommendations, as well as Lanham’s treasured finds at garage sales, thrift stores and various library and book sales, her desire to keep her students excited about reading has amassed into what she estimates to be more than 500 books.

After 17 years of teaching, Lanham recently retired, and the books sat packed in boxes from her classroom cleanout. With the stories that had brought so much joy to Lanham and her students sitting unread, her daughters had an idea. As a combination Mother’s Day and birthday gift, they would help her start her own Little Free Library. Built by her husband and painted to look like a traditional schoolhouse complete with an American flag, the books will now find a new home there.

Lanham held a grand opening for the library Sept. 9 in her front yard. The event

Retired teacher Chris Lanham, second from right, with former students who attended the Sept. 9 opening of her Little Free Library. (Photo courtesy of Chris Lanham) included a ribbon cutting and a sign crafted by Towne Meadow Elementary school’s art teacher identifying it as “Mrs. Lanham’s Little Free Library.”

“I am still a teacher at heart, and it made me so happy to watch children get excited about the books,” Lanham said. “Even though free bookmarks, suckers and lemonade were just steps away, they were completely focused on all of the book choices. My teacher heart is full.”

Even with her huge collection, Lanham jokingly remarked that a Black Friday Sale turnout could quickly dwindle the inventory. Readers are encouraged to bring previously read books to replace the ones they take. Lanham’s classroom shelves once filled with hundreds of books lovingly organized and labeled by genre is a thing of the past. She’ll keep a few favorites, ones autographed by authors who visited the school as well as the ones most enjoyed by her daughters.

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Another Grand Slam title for Ram

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

At age 39, Rajeev Ram added another milestone to his growing list of pro tennis achievements.

TENNIS

The 2002 Carmel High School graduate and partner Joe Salisbury won their third consecutive U.S. Open men’s doubles title Sept. 8 in New York.

“It’s hugely satisfying not just because it’s not been our best year, but we made history doing it,” Ram said. “No other team in the Open Era (since pros were admitted in 1968) has won three in a row at the U.S. Open. That is something I’m extremely proud of, more so than turning a bad year around.”

Ram and Salisbury, seeded third, rallied to defeat Matthew Ebden and Rohan Bopanna, seeded sixth, 2-6, 6-3, 6-4.

“Experience was a huge part of it,” Ram said of the comeback. “We were in the same spot two years ago in our first U.S. Open final, down 6-2 after the first set. We were getting killed. It was a very similar situation. It felt like the momentum was going against us, but we knew we’d been there before and came out on the good end of that one. That gave us the belief we could do it and took away any of the panic feel-

Rajeev Ram, left, and Joe Salisbury celebrate their third consecutive U.S. Open men’s doubles title. (Photo courtesy of ATP Tour)

ings that it was getting away from us.”

The partners also won the Australian Open in 2020.

This year, they have been slowed by nagging injuries. Ram has been bothered by an Achilles injury, and his British partner has dealt with back issues. Ram said both have been better physically of late.

“I started to feel better playing on hard courts,” Ram said. “The middle part of the season playing on the different surfaces of clay and grass made it tougher on me.”

The duo’s only other tournament title this year was on clay in Lyon, France, in late May. They improved their 2023 record to 2616 and moved up to sixth in the team doubles standings. Ram and Salisbury won the eight-team ATP Finals doubles title in 2022.

Team aims to build on success

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Carmel residents Jeff Goddard and Roger Bennett have been coaching their daughters’ softball team together for eight years, starting in the Carmel Dads’ Club.

SOFTBALL

This summer, their Indiana Magic Gold team reached the pinnacle by winning the 14U title in the Triple Crown Nationals, which was held July 10-13 in Alpharetta, Ga.

Goddard said he hopes the girls stay hungry as the team moves into the 16-and-under division this fall.

“We got everybody back and we added two new freshmen players,” he said. “Most of the other girls had been playing together for five years.”

Indiana Magic Gold finished with a 7-1 record at the Triple Crown Nationals. The Indiana team defeated Virginia Unity Johnson 5-2 in the championship. Goddard said most of the girls will be 2026 high school graduates and some will be 2027 graduates.

The team included three Carmel High

School students: freshmen right fielder Grace Sharp, freshman second baseman Ellie Goddard and sophomore pitcher Chelsea Bennett. Bennett was not able to play this summer because of back surgery in the spring.

Ellie batted a team-high .421 in the tourney and was named to the all-tournament team.

Indiana Magic Gold also was runner-up in the 14U portion of the Alliance Fastpitch Championship Series’ national tournament, held Aug. 1-6 at Grand Park in Westfield.

The Indiana Magic Gold Softball team won the 14U title in the Triple Crown Nationals. (Photo courtesy of Jeff Goddard)

Senior tennis player seeks to help Carmel add to trophy case

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Senior Braedon McIntyre is eager to help the top-ranked Carmel High School boys tennis team bring home another trophy.

After winning its record sixth consecutive IHSAA state title, Carmel lost to Lafayette Harrison 3-2 in last year’s regional championship.

“I think we’ve had a stronger attitude this season,” McIntyre said. “We’ve had more desire in all our matches, more hunger. I think that’s what’s going to win a state championship.”

McIntyre said losing in the regional was a wake-up call.

McIntyre and junior Rocky Li are the only players who saw action in the 2021 state finals. McIntyre played No. 2 doubles on the 2021 state championship team. He played as a freshman but was an alternate in the postseason.

“I think on the court I’ve made improvements in staying focused and being ready

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and then vigilant at the net,” McIntyre said. “I’m definitely playing stronger and a lot harder, so I think that’s been a good thing and worked well out on the court.”

McIntyre has returned to playing No. 1 doubles with junior Michael Bao, his partner from last season. Earlier in the season, McIntyre played No. 1 singles for the Greyhounds.

Greyhounds coach Dan Brunette said McIntyre’s maturity has increased.

“He’s learned how to understand his

Braedon McIntyre is a senior leader for the topranked Carmel High School boys tennis team. (Photo

emotions and learning how to deal with pressure adversity,” Brunette said. “He’s stepped up and done a great job leading the team when it comes to things off the court and on the court, so he’s kind of the quintessential senior that you need out there.

He’s been very reliable in that regard.”

Brunette said he has taken on a lot of the responsibilities off the court.

“He’s doing a good job of being a good role model for the younger kids as opposed to just being a guy on the team,” Brunette said.

On the court, Brunette said he is steadier than he has been in the past.

“I think he understands his game better,” Brunette said.

Brunette said McIntyre has improved his decision making as well.

“If you get caught up thinking too much about what happened in the past, you’re not ready for what’s going to happen next,” Brunette said.

Brunette said McIntyre is handling mistakes better mentally.

“He’s coming back stronger and not dwelling on things that can cause multiple game slides,” he said. “He’s played a lot of hard matches because he played No. 1 singles at the beginning of the season.”

McIntyre began playing tennis at age 10.

“As soon as I started playing tennis, I just kind of fell in love with it and just kept going,” McIntyre said.

courtesy of Luke Miller Photography)

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DISPATCHES

Committee appointment – Jim Probst, vice president and general manager of Carmel-based BraunAbility’s Commercial Division, has been appointed to the Carmel Advisory Committee on Disability. He was appointed by the Carmel City Council to complete the term left vacant after Wendy Kiefel stepped down. Probst will serve until the end of 2023 and will then be eligible for reappointment by the council.

MASH Ministries golf outing – The annual MASH Golf Outing is set for 10:30 a.m. Sept. 25 at Plum Creek Golf Club, 12401 Lynnwood Blvd. in Carmel. The fundraiser will benefit local veterans and first responders through the MASH Ministries nonprofit. Learn more and register at MASHMinistries.org.

David Weekley Homes announces new division president – David Weekley Homes, one of the nation’s largest privately held home builders, has appointed Jess McKinney as its division president for the company’s Indianapolis operations. McKinney, who joined the company in 2011, most recently served as division president in Nashville, Tenn. He previously held roles as a sales manager and project manager in Indianapolis. For more about David Weekley Homes in Indianapolis, call 317-644-0909.

CHS National Merit Semifinalists — Fifty-five Carmel High School seniors have been named 2024 National Merit Semifinalists. The students are now eligible to complete the National Merit Scholarship Application to qualify as a finalist and compete for $30 million in scholarships. To help put the collective accomplishments of these CHS students in perspective, there are 10 states with less than 60 total National Merit Semifinalists. In Indiana, about one in six honorees come from CHS. The National Merit Scholarship Program selects entrants based on abilities, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies. See a full list of CHS semifinalists at bit. ly/3RkrCkC.

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Those interested in participating are asked to register in advance at: patients.vaxcare.com/registration

• Parents need to enter the code IN15561 and then select their preferred date.

• Families should provide insurance information if available.

• There is an eight-dollar administration fee per vaccine for those who are uninsured or underinsured.

• Clinics are open to children ages five and older.

Indiana school children going into kindergarten, sixth grade, and 12th grade are required to receive age-specific immunizations prior to school starting.

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CHS freshman wins pageant

By Edward Redd edward@youarecurrent.com

This year, two Hamilton County residents won the titles of Miss Capital City and Miss Capital City’s Teen.

earned the title of Miss Capital City 2024. An undergrad at IU, she’s pursuing a BA in neuroscience with a minor in contemporary dance.

ACHIEVEMENT

On Aug. 27, the winners of the Miss Capital City Scholarship Program were announced at the Theater at the Fort in Lawrence. The event is affiliated with the Miss America organization and has been an official preliminary to the Miss Indiana and Miss Indiana’s Teen competition since 2015.

She said her journey started at age 12 after being inspired by pageant competitor Samantha Robbins, fourth runner up for Miss Indiana in 2023, who went to the same dance studio as her when they were younger.

“She was such a talented dancer, and I wanted to be like her,” Barnes said.

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Marni Lemons, co-director of the Miss City Capital Scholarship Program, said the Miss America Opportunity is the largest provider of scholarships for young women across the U.S., with the organization awarding more than $80,000 in scholarships last year.

“Girls are awarded for being smart, eloquent and community leaders, advocating for important causes,” Lemons said.

Shaylee Barnes, 20, a Zionsville resident,

Sadie Cohen of Carmel was crowned Miss Capital City’s Teen. A freshman at Carmel High School, she’s a singer and actress, having performed in 20 shows since age 7.

Cohen, who was making her first pageant appearance, said she was motivated by friends who had previously enjoyed competing.

“They loved it and recommended it,” Cohen said. “I did it and had such a great time.”

As local title holders, Barnes and Cohen are set to compete for Miss Indiana and Miss Indiana’s Teen, respectively, in the coming year.

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Gala to support ICPYAS

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

and youth suicide through educational programs.

FUNDRAISER

With September being Suicide Prevention Month, Melissa Peregrin, executive director of the Indiana Center for the Prevention of Youth Abuse and Suicide, views the topic as the natural focus of the nonprofit’s annual fundraiser.

“I’ll talk about everything we do because it’s all inter-related,” Peregrin said. “Prevention is our focus, and education is our weapon against child sexual abuse and youth suicide. The Treasure Our Children Gala serves as a powerful platform to bring our community together to support this vital cause.”

The Carmel-based organization, originally known as Chaucie’s Place, will hold its 21st annual Treasure Our Children Gala at 6 p.m. Sept. 23 at the 501 East Event Centre in Carmel.

Peregrin said she will speak briefly about the mission of raising awareness and funds for the prevention of child sexual abuse

“It’s mostly a celebration of our organization, and it’s a fun evening for people to come out and support us,” said Peregrin, who is in her seventh year as executive director. “Our goal is to raise $80,000 to support our programs in 10 central Indiana counties. That is similar to what we raised last year.”

The fundraiser will include a wine and spirits pull and silent and live auctions. Peregrin said auction items include an exclusive behindthe-scenes look at the Indiana Pacers and an experience with the Carmel Police Department. The program emcee is Pacers television play-by-play announcer Chris Denari.

Following a cocktail hour, dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m. The event, which includes a DJ from Pro-Sound Entertainment, dancing and a photo booth, ends at 11 p.m. Beer and wine will be provided with the ticket price, and there is a cash bar.

For ticket information, visit indianaprevention.org/events.

OBITUARY

Jerry Edward Duncan, 87, of Ocean Township, NJ died suddenly Monday September 4, 2023. He was born on June 14, 1936 in New Castle, IN and while in Indiana lived in Carmel, Indianapolis, Charlottesville and New Palestine. He was at his happiest at his lake property in Charlottesville Indiana where he kept a well-stocked lake, horses, water fowl, bees and a host of other barnyard critters with his beloved wife Carol Ann, who was the light of his life. Jerry graduated from Carmel High School in 1954 where he was class president. He went to Purdue University where in 1960 he obtained his Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering. He was enrolled in the Indiana National Guard from 1956 to 1962 where he was honorably discharged with a rank of sergeant. He began working as a mechanical engineer for Naval Avionics in Indianapolis, IN in 1960 where he worked on major programs including the AWG-21 antiradar tracking system as well as the Walleye missile program. He eventually became the director of an entire division responsible for antisubmarine warfare. In 1991, after a successful engineering career, he retired to spend more time at home and to travel with his wife to destinations which

included many countries in Europe, the Caribbean Islands and most of the United States. Jerry was a gifted tinkerer who could fix almost anything. Even after his retirement, he took a part-time job in the Sears’ tool department so he could help people solve their home repair problems. Together with his wife, he was a member of Franklin Road Baptist church for many years. Jerry was predeceased by his parents, Amos Byrd Duncan and Catherine Creola Duncan, his step mother Rosa Myrtle Duncan, his wife of 60 years Carol Ann Duncan and his sisters, Hazel Louisa Jennings (Gene), Donna Jean Quinley (William). Surviving are his son David Brian Duncan MD and his husband

Alessandro Motter, a brother Amos Byrd Duncan Jr (Carol), sisters Shirley Louise Reagan (Harry) and Tanya Faye Bush (Jack), as well as several nieces and nephews. Private funeral services were held under the direction of O’Brien Funeral Home, Wall, NJ. In order to offer condolences to the family please visit www.obrienfuneralhome.com . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association in honor of Jerry’s wife, Carol Ann Duncan visit https://www. alz.org/nj/donate

don’t have to be a farmer to be a Farmer.

Peregrin

Feast of Tabernacles Celebration

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The Feast of Tabernacles is a festival meaningful to both Jewish and Christian heritage. This holiday paints a picture of the spiritual wholeness that every heart longs for. Come experience the joy, beauty, and color of this celebration OCT 1st 1 to 5 PM Enjoy live music, singing, dancing and children’s activities. The festival is an opportunity for families to share an afternoon of fun, learning, and shalom!

Carmel High School student

Rebecca Lee recently organized a science fair focusing on environmental factors that effect health. The event was held Aug. 19 at the Carmel Clay Public Library.

Student organizes science fair

By Edward Redd edward@youarecurrent.com

A Carmel High School student recently launched her first science fair, encouraging youth to explore environmental factors that affect health.

Carmel Climate Action Advisory Committee as a representative of the Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council. She has also presented at the John Hopkins Global Health Leaders Conference.

EDUCATION

Rebecca Lee held her first Eco-Connections Science Fair Aug. 19 at the Carmel Clay Public Library. Participants ranging from grades K-12 gave presentations, explaining connections between health and environmental issues.

Lee is a Carmel resident who is passionate about climate change. She serves on the

Approximately 14 participants registered for the event. Lee had a presentation of her own, showing the consequences of plastic use and the importance of recycling.

“I’m really passionate about bringing more awareness about pollutants,” Lee said. “Recycling is really underrated, and people don’t do it enough.”

Lee wants to develop more environmental awareness programs at her school and possibly host more science fairs in the future.

(Photo by Eward Redd)

Grant to aid senior dogs

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The Humane Society for Hamilton County was one of 90 animal welfare organizations to have recently received a grant through the Grey Muzzle Organization.

NONPROFIT

According to an announcement from the HSHC, there were 370 applicants nationwide. The 90 groups chosen will receive a combined total of $848,000 to help save or improve the lives of at-risk older dogs. Of that total, HSHC received $10,000.

“We have seen such an increase in owner-surrender cases of senior dogs,” stated Lily Pesavento, community engagement manager for HSHC. “This grant will help us provide the necessary and sometimes emergency medical and dental care these dogs need. No one is more grateful or loving than an old dog, and we’re looking forward to giving more senior dogs their best chance at a second chance.”

The national nonprofit Grey Muzzle Organization improves the lives of at-risk senior dogs by providing funding and resources to animal shelters, rescue organizations, sanctuaries and other nonprofit groups nation-

wide. For more, visit greymuzzle.org.

The Humane Society for Hamilton County is an open admission facility serving Hamilton County. According to the announcement, HSHC saved the lives of more than 4,000 animals in 2022 — including 344 senior dogs. That’s a 14 percent increase in senior dogs — ages seven and up — surrendered by owners.

HSHC’s shelter is at 10501 Hague Rd., Fishers. For more, visit hamiltonhumane.com.

Humane Society for Hamilton County took in 344 senior dogs in 2022. That’s a 14 percent increase. (Photo courtesy of Grey Muzzle Organization)

TRUE TO ITS NAME

Carmel International Arts Festival returns Sept. 23-24

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

The 2023 Carmel International Arts Festival will place an enhanced emphasis on cultural diversity.

The Celebration of Cultural Diversity area will be on Main Street near Anthony’s Chophouse in front of the West Stage. The festival is set for 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 23 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 24.

“We’ll have 13 different countries coming to represent their countries and culture,” said Jill Gilmer, who is in her third year as president of the CIAF board. “It will be an area of education of what art is like in their countries.”

Two visiting artists from Carmel’s sister city of Jelgava, Latvia, Kristina Landaua Junkere and Raitis Junkers, will exhibit their artwork.

Other visiting artists include Emiko Fujiwara and Maki Nakano from Carmel’s sister city, Kawachinagano, Japan.

The children’s area will be larger this year, too.

“We’ve expanded Young in Art, which is the youth area near Woody’s Library Restaurant, so they will be doing canvas painting, jewelry making, origami,” Gilmer said.

There will be a stage near Young in Art featuring dancing and singing by cultural groups.

In addition, there is a new wine garden with food options, such as charcuterie and popcorn, on North Range Line Road. There will be a small acoustic stage there as well.

“We had more than 500 applicants this year, so we’re really impressed with our number of applications,” GIlmer said.

She is expecting 150 artists to participate. For more, visit carmelartsfestival.org.

A FAVORITE FESTIVAL

The Carmel International Arts Festival is one of Anna Afshar’s favorite times of the year. She has been participating in the event since 2014.

“It’s in a beautiful place on a beautiful street,” the Fishers resident said. “It’s very well-organized. It’s easy to get in and out.

the art fair is one of my favorite events of the year for me, personally and my most profitable event, too, that I do in Indiana and beyond.”

Afshar is known for her watercolors on large canvas. She recently has been doing acrylic and oil paintings.

“I entered this festival as a watercolorist, so I mostly will have watercolors in my booth,” Afshar said.

Afshar said Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard gave her a Mayor’s Award for a watercolor on canvas and purchased it to put in City Hall.

She will bring about 20 original pieces, along with prints, cards and calendars to the festival.

“I put my art from the previous year on my calendar,” she said. “This is one of my very good selling pieces, too. There are different price points from the bigger investments to smaller pieces, which could be gifts.”

who shop for art and who buy art. I have a very large following in Carmel, so obviously

BLUEWATER KINGS TO HEADLINE

Art Rocks! will feature Bluewater Kings from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sept. 23 on the Main Stage. The Chicago-based high energy band specializes as a wedding band, performing popular covers. The main stage entertainment includes the national anthem from Carmel High School’s Select Sound Sept. 23 and 24 at 10:55 a.m.

MAIN STAGE

Sept. 23:

• 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — The Hippie Dream

• 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. — Tim Brickley and the Bleeding Hearts

• 3:40 to 4:40 p.m. — Tim Wright

• 5 to 7 p.m. — Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra

• 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. — Bluewater Kings Band

Sept. 24:

• 11 a.m. to 12:30: Kenny Phelps Trio

• 1 to 3 p.m. — Touch of Grass

• 3:30 to 5 p.m. — Phone Club

WEST STAGE

Sept. 23:

• 11 to 12 p.m. — John Alvarado, classical guitar

• 12:20 to 1:20 p.m. — Ling’s Oriental Martial Arts

• 1:40 to 2:40 p.m. — Indianapolis Chinese Perform Arts

• 3 to 4 p.m. — il Troubadore, world music

ON THE COVER: Fishers artist Anna Afshar with one of the art pieces she will have for sale at the Carmel International Arts Festival. (Photo courtesy of Anna Afshar)

• 4:20 to 5:20 p.m. — The Dead Strings, bluegrass

• 5:40 to 6:40 p.m. — Ballet Theatre of Carmel

Sept. 24:

• 11 to 12 p.m. — John Alvarado, classical guitar

• 12:20 to 1:20 p.m. — Joven Jazz Band

• 1:40 to 2:40 p.m. — Laughing Jack, Irish sea shanties

• 3 to 4 p.m. — Indiana Belly Dance Collective

The organizers are very accommodating of the artists. It brings a great pool of people

Gilmer

Bluewater Kings will perform Sept. 23 at Art Rocks! (Photo courtesy of Bluewater Kings)

The Carmel International Arts Festival will include a variety of performances. (Photo courtesy of Beth Maier)

Bovaconti sets 2024 opening

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Bovaconti Coffee is headed to Carmel.

The coffee shop, which has a location in Fountain Square in Indianapolis, is set to open in the spring of 2024 on the northwest corner of Main Street and Range Line Road in the Carmel Arts & Design District.

NEW BIZ

The building will undergo extensive renovations, owner Minda Balcius said. It’s the former location of an 1829 fur trading post, two banks, a drug store, law offices, an insurance company, a tearoom and most recently, Studio M Architecture and Planning.

Balcius said the things he likes best about the spot are “walkability, history of the building, architectural details and courtyard for outdoor seating.”

Balcius is again collaborating with Bovaconti co-founder Justin Jones to launch the shop that serves classic Italian espresso drinks and other specialty coffee, chai and tea. The Carmel shop also will feature coldpressed juices, fresh-baked pastries, salads and sandwiches.

A Carmel resident, Balcius is eager to bring the coffee shop to the north side.

“Fountain Square attracts a lot of visitors from Carmel and other suburbs. We have some loyal customers in Carmel,” he said. “It

Bovaconti Coffee is set to open in the spring of 2024 on the northwest corner of Main Street and Range Line Road in the Carmel Arts & Design District.

will be open daily. We’ll start with 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. like our Fountain Square location. We’ll have two full-time and up to 13 part-time baristas.”

The Bovaconti Coffee in Fountain Square is in one of the 19th-century buildings along the Virginia Avenue trolley corridor. Balcius, who is a family friend of the Bovaconti family, said it was long known as the Bovaconti building and home of Bovaconti Jewelers prior to the coffee shop opening in the fall of 2019.

“We wanted to preserve the history and name of the Bovaconti family, who previously had a grocery store and produce business on the southside of Indianapolis,” Balcius said. Learn more at BovacontiCoffee.com.

Telamon Energy installs solar panels at new Fort Ben branch

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Telamon Energy, a Carmel-based solar developer, has completed a solar power project at the Fort Ben Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library.

GREEN ENERGY

According to an announcement from the company, the 22,000-square-foot library has a 138 kW rooftop solar array.

“This endeavor stands as a remarkable milestone in advancing (IPL’s) commitment to embracing sustainable practices, following closely on the heels of their 168 kW rooftop array accomplishment at the West Perry Branch in 2021,” the announcement stated.

The Fort Ben Branch is working to achieve LEED v4 Silver certification through the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.

“Telamon Energy is very proud to work with The Indianapolis Public Library on another noteworthy project,” stated Gerami Pennyman, director of business development at Telamon Energy. “We are always looking to engage with our community on projects of this type.”

(Photo courtesy of Minda Balcius)

The new Fort Ben Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library has a rooftop array of solar panels. (Photo courtesy of Telamon Energy)

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Book drills down on fear of dentist

By Chris Bavender news@currentincarmel.com

fall of 2022 and finished it in June 2023. The book was released Sept. 6 by self-publisher BookBaby.

AUTHOR

Growing up, Hannah Pedersen said she was petrified of the dentist. But, over time, the Carmel High School grad began to trust her dentist and look forward to visits.

Pederson is now a pre-dental student at Indiana University. She has written a book about her experiences: “Will I Survive the Dentist?”

“Growing up in Kentucky, I had many dental issues leading to several unhappy visits to the dentist and high dental anxiety. Moving to Carmel at the age of 5, I met my dentist, Dr. Chad Hazelrigg, at Pediatric Dentistry of Noblesville, which is where I began to love coming for visits,” Pedersen said. “The welcoming environment and full transparency of dental visits made all the difference. Through high school, I became intrigued about dental anatomy and morphology, started shadowing (the dentist), then eventually became an intern at the Pediatric Dentistry of Noblesville.”

Pedersen began writing the book in the

“I started writing ‘Will I Survive the Dentist?’ on the notes app of my iPhone,” she said. “Whether I was on the Bloomington bus, waiting for class to begin, in the car, etc., I was so inspired by this idea, I couldn’t stop pursuing this project until it was complete.”

The 21-year-old has interned each summer at Hazelrigg’s dental practice, which includes Drs. Charles Fuhrer and Liz Trillet.

“These doctors inspire me to pursue dentistry because of their evident passion for what they do,” Pedersen said. “Seeing the incredible impact they have on patients has shown me the value of this profession.”

Pedersen is determined to ensure “Will I Survive the Dentist?” will be available in pediatric dentistry and medical practices. And she plans to contact elementary schools in the Carmel area to read the book to students and have book signings.

“Will I Survive the Dentist?” is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Optometrist office expands

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

Little Eyes pediatric eye care and RevolutionEYES eye care opened in Carmel 10 and 17 years ago, respectively, and have been “busting out at the seams,” said owner Jeremy Ciano. It was time to expand, and the stars aligned for them to move to a second location at 11480 Lakeridge Dr. in Fishers.

EXPANSION

A grand opening for the new Fishers stores was Sept. 11. Ciano said that, unlike the Carmel stores, the new stores will be side-by-side, with a shared back-office space.

“It’ll be two doors. It’s two separate (spaces), but in the back it’s kind of attached,” he said. “From a business standpoint (that allows) some shared services, but for the public it’ll operate as two completely separate, independent businesses.”

Ciano said that he had considered the Fishers location five years ago, but his wife ended up taking it for her business, Ninja Zone.

“They ran out of space because they’ve

Little Eyes and RevolutionEYES of Carmel are expanding operations with a second location in Fishers. (Photo courtesy of Jeremy Ciano)

just — they killed it,” he said. “So, she bought land down the street, and she was going to have to let that space go and basically eat rent for about a year. And I said, ‘Well, you know what, it’s really a good spot.’”

He said Little Eyes is a unique business model, specializing in primary pediatric eye care. Among the services are special contact lenses that not only correct near-sightedness but help prevent that condition from increasing.

For more information, visit littleeyes.com or revolution-eyes.com

Pedersen

Logging frequent prayer miles

Commentary by Terry Anker

good or very bad place.

Taking a bite out of dinner plans

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

ESSAY

We humans long have endeavored to paint a picture of what an afterlife might entail. In crossing the river Styx or descending into Dante’s layer cake, the unknown has left us open to tremendous creativity. Presently, the majority tradition in the West is based on a single framing wherein folks have a largely binary choice between heaven and hell. How we follow the path to one or the other is not entirely the same among all sects but does acknowledge mostly a similar geography.

So interesting and compelling is it to imagine what becomes of us once we’ve shed our mortal coil that artists, writers, singers and stage dressers, for centuries, have made good use of the mystery. Today, Hollywood’s entertainment complex routinely retreats to the question of the afterlife as a sure-fire method to gain market. At present, there are scores of films, episodic series, and even situation comedies dedicated to the premise that we all end up in some version of a very

One such program examines a group of four human souls perhaps wrongly damned to hell and the sympathetic demon dedicated to proving that they should have all gone the other direction. Each must earn enough good “points” to tip the scale upward. Pet a dog, get a point. Kick a dog, lose a few. It is silly to imagine a spawn of Satan changing stripes, but the more ludicrous supposition might be that admission to heaven is earned like a free sandwich at Subway. Is being a vegan worth more points than coaching a youth softball team? Is a generous gift of money earned from a millionaire better than no gift from someone without means? If we can gain afterlife-access status, do we have enough frequent prayer miles to board early?

Haunted by ‘what ifs?’

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

My daughter survived an earthquake. In Africa. And she’s fine, but I am still shaking. Here’s the tea.

HUMOR

Our 19-year-old is on a gap year, backpacking across Europe and working in hostels to stretch her Java House earnings as far as she can. She’s been all over, from Albania to Portugal, and recently committed to a monthlong position in a beachside Moroccan guest house because it’s cheap and she gets free surfing lessons.

Allow me to pause the story to say that my husband and I, though mildly concerned at the beginning of this adventure, usually don’t give her much thought. Yes, we’ve seen “Taken” and she is a young female traveling solo, but she’s smart, does her research and has grown tremendously since she left in April. We trust her to make good decisions. Plus, out of sight, out of mind. I got my own stuff!

But the other night, our budding Rick Steves called to recount a harrowing tale of her dramatic brush with death. “Mom, the building started shaking and we ran down the stairs, but the lights went out

and I fell, and then we had to get up a hill because, like, tsunamis, and oh my god, I was so scared…” I played it cool thinking she was exaggerating, but then it hit the news: “Biggest quake in centuries, thousands dead, Marrakesh devastated.” Cue maternal panic attack.

She’s OK and was never in any real danger, but the “what ifs?” continue to shake me. I’ve been abruptly reminded that I’ll always be a parent, even when my adult children are living their best lives an ocean away.

Peace out.

HUMOR

We have a cat. Her name is Angel, and most of the time she is just that. Except when she is a devil. Last week, when my wife Mary Ellen reached for a tissue while watching TV, Angel, who had nestled next to her for the evening, bit her. The cut wasn’t very deep, so Mary Ellen applied an antibiotic and off to sleep we went.

We both had pretty much forgotten about the feline attack, but the next night on the way to dinner with friends, Mary Ellen casually mentioned the redness on her hand to Bob and Cathy. Both armed with their iPhones, they were in the back seat Googling away, entering phrases like: fatal cat bites; deadly feline teeth; and lethal kitten puncture wounds. Hey, what’s more fun than surfing the net?

Eventually, Bob and Cathy convinced my wife that the swelling was either Pasteurella multocida or staphylococcus aureus. That sounded pretty serious, so we decided to make it a fun evening by socializing in the medical clinic waiting room while my wife was being examined. I know that’s a really dumb way to spend a Saturday night, but with my wife’s excellent health insurance, it was cheaper than going to the movies and dinner.

There was a long line to see the doctor, so Mary Ellen put herself on the waiting list to come back in an hour or so. I told the nurse that the next time my wife needed medical attention like this, we’d try to call

about 45 minutes before she planned to torment the cat. Mary Ellen did not think that was funny.

Cats and dogs aren’t the only attacking culprits. One part of the medical form provided a list of species that could potentially bite a human. Mary Ellen was asked to check the appropriate box. They were in alphabetical order, so the first one on the list was bats and No. 2 was cattle, which I think would be embarrassing to admit. OK, maybe a mad cow, but how do you let an entire herd bite you? Squirrels are the very last one listed. No wolves? And there is no mention of pigs, more proof of just how powerful the bacon lobby is. The doctor confirmed the potential severity of a cat wound and suggested that an X-ray be taken to be sure bone had not been penetrated. Cathy, who was by now the leading cat bite expert in central Indiana, wanted to know why that procedure was necessary. “Because the cat is now missing two front teeth,” I told her.

Many years ago, Mary Ellen was at this very clinic after she tried to take a chicken bone away from our beagle, Barney. The gash from Barney’s bite required three stitches in her hand. My wife has now been bitten twice by our pets. Which is why we are not getting a cow.

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“She’s OK and was never in any real danger, but the “what ifs?” continue to shake me.”

– DANIELLE WILSON

“My wife has now been bitten twice by our pets. Which is why we are not getting a cow.”

– DICK WOLFSIE

Main Street Productions takes its swipe at ’Sweeney Todd’

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

‘GRUMPY OLD MEN’

“Grumpy Old Men” runs through Oct. 1 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

FEINSTEIN’S CABARET

MUSICAL

Playing a murderous barber isn’t the biggest challenge for Mike Lipphardt. For Lipphardt, the hardest part will be handling the lyrics and lines of Stephen Sondheim’s “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.”

“Sondheim is always really tricky,” the Noblesville resident said. “There’s just so many lines and so many things moving really fast. Sondheim is a master of music, but the lyricism in the show is just so tricky and easy to get mixed up. So that’s probably been the hardest part for me is the memorization of making sure all the words are in all the right places, so that it sounds good with the music and is the way Sondheim intended.”

Main Street Productions will present “Sweeney Todd” Sept. 21 through Oct. 1 at Basile Westfield Playhouse.

“I grew up on the Johnny Depp movie version but have been in theater most of my life and actually saw a production of ‘Sweeney Todd’ when I was in high school,” said Lipphardt, who grew up outside of Detroit. “I’ve always wanted to play the character, so I’m just really glad that it was able to work out here.”

Lipphardt said the stage version is much more nuanced than the movie version.

“I just feel like the stage version, in particular, nothing can beat the idea of like a two-story set where folks are sliding down into the pie shop or the nuance of the love and the quest for revenge that Sweeney is pursuing throughout the show,” Lipphardt said.

Lipphardt, 34, said he is not getting caught up in other portrayals of the character.

“It’s really hard when you are playing a really iconic character in a show where people have ideas how that character should look and act and how they should sing all the songs,” he said. “So, it’s mak-

ing sure you are faithful to the source material, faithful in the characters the audience come in mind with, but also wanting to make it your own and leaving your stamp on it in a way.”

Noblesville resident Andrea Odle is directing at Basile Westfield Playhouse for the second time. She directed “White Christmas” in 2021.

“I definitely wanted to bring ‘Sweeney Todd’ somewhere, and since ‘White Christmas’ went so well, I figured why not do another musical here?” she said. “It’s the complete antithesis of ‘White Christmas,’ which is all pretty and pure. Then we have ’Sweeney Todd’ and carnivorous pies.”

Odle said this is one of her favorite Sondheim musicals.

“This one is so different from every other Sondheim musical. That’s kind of why I’m drawn to it,” Odle said.

There are 23 cast members, including 10

principal ones and 13 ensemble members. Normally, there is a six-week rehearsal schedule, but Odle added two weeks for vocal rehearsal because of the challenging music.

Odle said the set is intricate with two stories and seven staircases.

“So, that always poses a challenge for actors to block as well as safety (issues),” she said.

Odle saw the musical was performed on stage for the first time last year at Footlite Musicals in Indianapolis.

“I already was planning to do it, so it was kind of neat to see the difference between my vision and their vision,” Odle said. “They did a fantastic production, so we have a lot to live up to.”

Indianapolis resident Claire Slaven plays Mrs. Lovett, owner of a failing pie shop. She performed in the ensemble in the Footlite Musicals production.

“I became close to the woman who played Mrs. Lovett and got to watch her doing it,” Slaven said. “I knew that was something that I really wanted to do. It’s a dream role for me.”

Slaven said many people think Mrs. Lovett is just the comedic relief in the show.

“I really wanted to play this role because I think she’s very challenging because not only is she the comedic relief, but there’s a lot of really deep layers to her,” Slaven said. “She’s been really hurt and really wounded and she’s just lonely and wants to be loved. There’s just a lot of depth to her that I think sometimes goes unnoticed because she’s funny, so people just assume she’s just funny. That seemed like a challenge to me, and I wanted to take that challenge on. It’s very wordy. Sondheim is a mastermind. It’s just really brilliant stuff.”

The song “The Worst Pies in London” pushes Slaven to the top of her range.

“I’m more of a lower singer, so that’s been a challenge, but I’ve really enjoyed being stretched,” she said.

For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.

The Freeform Concert Series will feature the Stampede String Band with Electric Blue Yonder at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 20. The show is free but there is a $25 food/beverage minimum. Michael Feinstein will perform at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 24-25 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

THE CENTER CELEBRATION

The Center for the Performing Arts’ annual fundraising gala is set for 5 p.m. Sept 23 at the Palladium at the Center in Carmel. Amy Grant is headlining performer. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

’SWEENEY TODD’

Main Street Productions will present “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” Sept. 21 to Oct. 1 at Basile Westfield Playhouse. For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.

‘HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES’

The Belfry Theatre will present “How the Other Half Loves” Sept 22 through Oct. 1 at Arts for Lawrence.

DISPATCH

Girl Named Tom to make Palladium debut — Known for soaring harmonies and classic cover tunes, rising star vocal group Girl Named Tom will make its debut appearance Dec. 2 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Hailing from Pettisville, Ohio, siblings Bekah, Joshua and Caleb Liechty made history in 2021 as the first trio ever to win NBC’s “The Voice.” The group has generated more than 25 million streams with its renditions of rock and singer-songwriter gems like Joni Mitchell’s “River,” Fleetwood Mac’s “The Chain” and Kansas’ “Dust in the Wind.” The group’s recordings have included the independent EP “Another World” and a Republic Records holiday EP, “One More Christmas,” which reached No. 1 on the iTunes album chart. Tickets went on sale Sept. 15. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

Mike Lipphardt and Claire Slaven perform in “Sweeney Todd” at Basile Westfield Playhouse.

(Photo courtesy of Andrea Odle)

NIGHT & DAY

Wheldon documentary to open Heartland Film Festival

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The Heartland International Film Festival will feature more than 120 feature films during the Oct. 5-15 festival in Indianapolis.

Academy Award nominee Paul Giamatti.

The lineup includes 19 world/U.S. premieres, 44 regional premieres, 20 special presentations from major distributors and seven Indiana Spotlight films.

The opening night film will be “The Lionheart” at 7 p.m. Oct. 5 at Newfields in Indianapolis. The HBO and TIME Studio film is a documentary about two-time Indy 500 winner Dan Wheldon, who died in a 2011 crash during a Las Vegas race.

The centerpiece featured film is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 11 is “Rustin” from Netflix at Newfields. The film stars Heartland Film honoree Colman Domingo as civil rights leader Bayard Rustin.

The closing night film, “The Holdovers” from Focus Features, is set for 6 p.m. Oct. 15 at Newfields. The film is directed by Academy Award winner Alexander Payne and stars

“Named one of the ‘Coolest Film Festivals in the World’ earlier this year, the Heartland International Film Festival is proud to celebrate impactful storytelling and connect creatives with our dedicated audiences in Indianapolis,” stated Heartland Film Festival Artistic Director Greg Sorvig, a Carmel resident. “Highlighted by our trio of major event titles, HIFF’s reputation continues to grow as a regional destination on the awards season circuit while also highlighting true indies, including dozens of titles making their world, U.S. and regional premieres here in the heartland.”

This year’s theme is “YOU CAN’T LOOK AWAY,” and there will be screenings at Newfields, Living Room Theaters, The Kan-Kan Cinema & Restaurant, Landmark Glendale 12, and Emagine Noblesville. All film selections will have in-person screenings. Many of the films will also be available to view virtually (U.S. restricted). Individual tickets and fest passes are available at HeartlandFilmFestival.org.

IWS show to feature piano soloist

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

The Indiana Wind Symphony will feature a mix of old and new numbers in its 2023-24 season opener.

SCREENINGS CONCERT

“Great Classics and Exciting New Sounds” is set for 6:30 p.m. Oct.1 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Sarah Loisch is the featured guest as piano soloist.

“Sarah is a wonderful concert pianist from Chicago,” IWS Music Director Charles Conrad said.

Loisch will play Camille Saint-Saëns “Piano Concerto No. 2 in G-Major, Op. 22” in the final performance of the first half of the show.

“This will be the first time to our knowledge that it’s ever been performed by a concert band with a piano soloist for this piece,” Conrad said. “It’s normally done with a symphony orchestra. The arrangement for a concert band was done by one of our members, Larry Purdue, our principal horn.”

The IWS will perform “Flying Jewels” by composer James David for the first time as the concert’s finale.

“It’s just a magnificent, exhilarating

work,” Conrad said.

“Flying Jewels” was the 2022 Reveille Award winner as the outstanding new concert band composition of the year. Revelli awards are given by the National Band Association.

“There are no hummingbirds in Europe and the Europeans were just amazed by seeing these tiny birds, which flew around so fast because no one had ever seen them before,” Conrad said. “So, the term flying jewel was their term for the hummingbirds.”

The concert will open with a 2023 piece with “Fanfare for Earthrealm,” inspired by the video game series “Mortal Kombat.”

That is followed by John Philip Sousa’s march from 1923.

For more, visit indianawindsymphony.org.

Sarah Loisch will be the guest piano soloist in the Indiana Wind Symphony concert. (Photo courtesy of IWS)

ARTOMOBILIA MOTORS INTO CARMEL

(Above) Car enthusiasts filled the streets Sept.9 Carmel Arts & Design District Sept. 9 for the 16th annual Artomobilia. (Right)

A 1970 Lotus Super 7 series

4. (Photos by Edward Redd)

Westfield resident Anthony Montgomery stands by his 2010 Lotus Evora and Carmel resident Andrew Paquette.

Vehicles from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum made cameos at Artomobilia.

Commentary by Larry Greene

This Woodmont condo featured a dark and dated kitchen that was raising its hand for a glow-up. With a mix of bright and modern materials, a redesigned layout and storage optimizations, we were able to breathe new life into the heart of this home.

THE BLUEPRINT

• Cherry-toned cabinets and few windows made this kitchen feel dark and cramped. Crisp cream cabinets and a white quartz backsplash and counters brighten the space, providing the perfect contrast to the existing wood floors.

• Reworking the island from diagonal to rectangle was a game-changer — improving flow, increasing storage and adding plenty of space for seating and meal prep.

• Rearranging the appliance layout provided increased functionality, putting everything close at hand, making cooking, baking and entertaining a breeze.

• Elegant brass hardware, crown molding and glass pendants were added, giving the room a sleek, elevated look, completing the design.

Dayton, Ohio: Where the Wright brothers learned to fly

Commentary by Don Knebel

had begun.

TRAVEL

Today, in our continuing visits to sites within easy driving distance of Indianapolis, we make additional stops in Dayton, Ohio, related to the Wright brothers.

Orville and Wilbur Wright selected Kitty Hawk, N.C., to test their gliders and powered airplane because its sand provided softer landings and its strong winds provided additional lift. Their first three powered flights on Dec. 17, 1903, the longest of which lasted less than a minute, were into a 21mph headwind. Because of the expense of traveling to and living in Kitty Hawk, they decided to continue their flight experiments closer to their home in Dayton. They selected 84-acre site 8 miles northeast of town called Huffman Prairie. Because the winds there were more erratic and calmer than those in Kitty Hawk, they built a catapult in which a falling 1,600-pound weight, lifted into place by a team of horses, propelled the plane toward the end of the launching track. At Huffman Prairie, the brothers literally learned to fly. The most important lesson they learned was how to warp

the wings to bank their biplane, enabling controlled turns. On Oct. 5, 1905, in a new plane with a 25-horsepower engine, Wilbur was able to circle Huffman Prairie 29 times before his fuel ran out. The age of aviation

Today, the Huffman Prairie Flying Field, including a reconstructed catapult and launching track, is open to the public as part of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park. The Wright Brothers Memorial overlooks Huffman Prairie, the largest prairie remnant in Ohio. An interpretive center across the street includes exhibits about the Wright brothers and their flights. Wilbur, who died in 1912 at age 45, and Orville, who died in 1948 at age 76, are buried in Dayton’s Woodlawn Cemetery, along with their parents and sister.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

City of Carmel, Indiana

Department Board of Public Works and Safety

One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032

Project: 96th Street Tree Clearing

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for the above described “Project” at the office of the Clerk, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana (City Hall) until 9:45 a.m. EST on October 4, 2023 and, commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date, such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted.

All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. The bid envelope must be sealed and have the words “BID – 96th Street Tree Clearing”

A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to him.

The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following:

Clearing Trees along the North Side of 96th Street Roughly Between Ditch Road and Spring Mill Road Contract Documents for the Project have been assembled into one bound project manual, which together with drawings, may be examined at the following locations: City of Carmel

Department of Engineering - 1st Floor One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2441

Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). 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.

This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel.

A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on September 20, 1:00 PM in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory. Email cogg@carmel.in.gov for a virtual meeting invitation.

For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer ’s Office, at (317) 571-2441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto.

No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of thirty (30) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals. The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than thirty (30) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel 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 solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 5-22-18-2

Sue Wolfgang Clerk

BEFORE AFTER WE’RE HERE FOR ALL YOUR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL NEEDS

Wright family grave in Dayton, Ohio. (Photo by Don Knebel)

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

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7. Keep confined

13. Required

14. “The Silence of the Lambs” star

15. Lowered your head to avoid contact

16. Old Greek gymnasium

17. Eden evictee

18. Slanted type

20. ___ Aviv, Israel

21. Netflix title Lord 24. Sir counterpart 25. Aquarium fish 26. Sounds of hesitation

32. Political house cleaning

33. Pied ___

34. Totaled, as a tab

35. Peeled with a small knife

36. Talk smack, slangily

37. Upper crust

41. Like fine wine

42. Colts’ rookie QB

44. Chest muscle, briefly

45. Needle partner

46. PC key

47. Random criticisms

49. Diamond-shaped pattern

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29. “Days of ___ Lives”

30. Merriment

31. Possible name for a new GPS service that you watch on your home boob tube?

32. Turkish bigwig

33. Book’s beginning

34. Uncle Ben’s products

35. Dads (Var.)

36. Filthy

38. “Ain’t happening”

39. Bell ringer

40. Goes inside

42. European river

43. Second US president

45. Thunder god

48. That girl

50. ___ Speedwagon

51. Chasm

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Name shared by 14-, 21and 42-Across

2. Artist’s collective works

3. Deception

4. Texter’s “Beats me”

5. Butler alumna bio word

6. ___ Merlot’s (local restaurant)

7. Powell who was a general and the secretary of state

Oil cartel letters

Gives approval

Meager amount

Ill-prepared

Biblical songs

Saintly head lights

Trails

Hoosier National Forest units

22. Plummeted

23. Like the house in a Hawthorne classic

24. Beet type

27. Come to a trade

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Indiana’s Largest Stamp Show! (50th year)

The Indiana Stamp Club will host the INDYPEX 2023 Stamp Show Oct. 6-8, 2023 at the Hamilton Co. 4-H Fairgrounds and Exhibition Center, 2003 Pleasant Street, Noblesville IN 46060.

Hours will be 10-5 on Fri., 10-5 on Sat., 10-3 on Sunday. Exhibits and 35 dealers as well as beginner/youth tables, a U.S. postal station, information tables for the Indiana Stamp Club and the Indiana Postal History Society. Website: www.indianastampclub.org

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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SHOP TO CALL HOME?

Integrity Automotive is looking for a full time automotive technician. In business for 28 years in downtown Carmel with a solid, happy customer base and a positive, goodnatured work environment. The best candidate is a motivated, well-organized technician with at least three years hands on experience in automotive diagnosis, problem-solving and repair. Able to interpret and apply diagnostic/repair information from computerized databases and other sources. Also able communicate clearly and effectively with your supervisor, your fellow employees and, as needed, with customers. A complete job description is available with a request to frontdesk@integrityautomotive.net. We offer competitive pay with a Monday through Friday work week and (after 90 days) up to four sick/personal days per year and paid holidays. To schedule an interview, send your resume with contact information to: frontdesk@integrityautomotive.net 40 S Rangeline Rd Carmel Indiana 46032 www.IntegrityAutomotive.net

CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR

Fishers area church seeks an experienced person who has servant/leadership qualities, proven organizational skills, and the ability to be open and flexible. This role is a great fit for a flexible, organizational thinker who is self-motivated and can function in a team setting that requires trust, oversight and motivational skills.

Oversight of these

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with demonstrated high performance. 3-5 years with supervisory experience Interested persons email resume to mainoffice@christthesavior.org. Job summary, job description and application available at christthesavior.org

Boarding/Daycare

Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: Furniture: BED, BOOKCASE, CHAIR, DESK, SOFA, TABLE; Animals: COW, GOAT, HORSE, PIG, SHEEP; Soups: BEAN, LENTIL, MATZO BALL, SPLIT PEA; Governors: DANIELS, HOLCOMB, PENCE; Phones: APPLE, MOTOROLA; Seat: MARION