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It is our position that we must push for no tolerance of bullying at home, school, or on social networks. Carmel High School has been the poster child of bullying abuse for over a year. But, bullying is widespread. At a basketball game between central Indiana rivals, a spirited group from one parochial school called out the name of a member of the opposing team's spirit group then held up their middle fingers to express their point of view. Sadly, the ill-mannered girls group planned, colluded and bragged about their harassment later on Twitter and Facebook. In addition to face-to-face victimization, digital abuse is a growing danger. An AP-MTV survey of 1,267 14- to 24-year-olds revealed 50 percent have experienced some form of cyber bullying. Victims can suffer long-term psychological effects, such as low self esteem, depression, anger, school failure, school violence or suicide. Bullying in all forms should be taken seriously, not ignored. Parents, teachers, and school administrators need to create a culture of accountability. Bullies should be held responsible for their actions. Parents should be vigilant about their children's use of social networks. We need a rebirth of empathy and tolerance, a return to civility. Civility is taught in the home. Isn't it?

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It is our position that so far this season, the street department has been doing an outstanding job keeping the roads safe across our community. We can imagine the challenges that come with salting, shoveling and other maintenance that comes with snowfall, but, in spite of meteorological challenges, our thoroughfares have remained passable and largely secure. Moreover, we have managed to accomplish this formidable challenge in a creative and cost-effective fashion. Making use of town-owned vehicles as part-time snowplows not only allows for a greater flexibility in providing services, it also reduces the capital expense for buying purpose-specific snow equipment. Moreover, it allows existing town employees to earn overtime. The overall effect is a more affordable, more detailed and more citizen-pleasing (and employee-pleasing) snow removal operation. Yet with ever-changing weather forecasts, it can be difficult to make a plan of action in terms of the appropriate measures to take to keep the streets safe. And, we understand the frustration when mid-day arrives and our street still has not been cleared. But, we believe that with the resources and manpower available that they do a great job. We advise patience first, and then a call to the town if necessary.

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Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In Georgia, it is against the law to spread rumors. Source: Weird Laws (iPhone application)

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Every week, we will print a portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the U.S. Constitution. Article. I. Section. 2. continued Representatives and direct Taxes shall be apportioned among the several States which may be included within this Union, according to their respective Numbers, which shall be determined by adding to the whole Number of free Persons, including those bound to Service for a Term of Years, and excluding Indians not taxed, three fifths of all other Persons.

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The actual Enumeration shall be made within three Years after the first Meeting of the Congress of the United States, and within every subsequent Term of ten Years, in such Manner as they shall by Law direct. The Number of Representatives shall not exceed one for every thirty Thousand, but each State shall have at Least one Representative; and until such enumeration shall be made, the State of New Hampshire shall be entitled to chuse three, Massachusetts eight, Rhode-Island and Providence Plantations one, Connecticut five, New-York six, New Jersey four, Pennsylvania eight, Delaware one, Maryland six, Virginia ten, North Carolina five, South Carolina five, and Georgia three.

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FROM THE BACKSHOP And it doesn’t even need a stamp! Thanks very much, Fishers, for all the kind e-mails and phone calls about our first edition last week. We’re glad to be in your midst and of service. Now, allow us to extend an invitation for you to become involved, really involved, in your local-local newspaper. We’d be honored to have you submit letters to the editor on any number of subjects … including taking shots at the two of us for our viewpoints in this column. We want to establish a dialogue with the community through this newspaper, and we want the community to “talk to itself” through such letters. The only rules: Keep it clean, as this is a family newspaper (even though we mention Congress on occasion), and try to keep your missives to 200 or fewer words. Include your home ZIP code and a daytime telephone number. Send it all to info@youarecurrent.com. ••• Contrasted against the cutting political discourse we’ve been hearing out of Washington is a lot of optimism here about the new Republican-controlled House. Business owners and managers are less “freaked out” by President Obama’s assault on small business. Being independents, we caution our

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg Republican friends that we need to take a wait-and-see approach. After all, we know what happened the last time Republicans controlled the House. Although we’ve heard and offered a lot of criticism about former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, we can’t help but admire her management skills. Let’s face it; she pushed through a radical agenda, much of which was opposed by the majority of Americans. Yet she forged ahead anyway, stayed focused, twisted arms, and got what she wanted. We hope there is a conservative version of Ms. Pelosi leading the House, and we’re not yet convinced Speaker John Boehner can fill her shoes. We’ll see.

The best among us

COMMENTARY By Terry Anker The recent murder of Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Officer David Moore, killed during a routine traffic stop at age 28, reminds us of the personal risk assumed by those who will stand between us and harm’s way. Officer Moore is widely lauded by fellow officers, friends, family and all who knew him as one of the best among us. From his earliest days, he followed the rules, worked hard and succeeded the old-fashioned way. There are scores of others like him who will perish in our service, either in military or civil uniform, across the country and on foreign soil in the months and years to come. Why are they willing to make those sacrifices? And are we doing enough to protect and honor their commitment? Philosophers and religious thinkers have long attempted to unravel the motivation that brings a human being to put his or her life in peril to the benefit of others. Most of us immediately understand how one could step into danger to

protect a loved one. We have a particular interest in preserving that relationship. Yet others risk protecting strangers without a need for any individual or specific return. And, thank heaven for them. Absent the ones among us who will jump a gunman in Arizona, stabilize a government in Afghanistan or stop a felon on the streets of central Indiana, we would slip into isolated anarchy. There are many who postulate. Perhaps glory – some call those who serve needy of attention. Perhaps power – some call those who serve needy of authority. Personally, I believe they’re called to protect. I believe they feel it their mission to help provide for a community to which they identify – state, city, country. Regardless of motivation, we would be lost without them. And for that alone, we should be grateful.

Students show civic engagement, reckless disregard for fire safety code Commentary By Jordan Fischer I’ve been to a lot of government meetings over my last five years as a reporter. And most of the time, they have been about as exciting as it sounds. Which is to say, not. That’s fine, of course. There are expectations for government to operate efficiently and thoroughly; being “fun” isn’t very high on the priority list. Having stated that, the usual result is an audience composition that resembles this: the city/ town council, the chiefs of the fire and police departments, me furiously scribbling in a notebook, and some old guy in a fishing hat who’s still asleep in the back from last week’s meeting. The nicer board members leave out a bowl of water for him. So, you can imagine my surprise last Monday night when I walked into the school board meeting amidst the roar of some 100 Fishers High School seniors, at least several of whom had the presence of mind to wonder whether they should turn off their cell phones (For the record, yes, turn them off. Your “Rude Boy” ringtone blaring in the midst of the CFO’s fiscal report is, well, rude). As chagrined as I was to be trapped at my little press table, I want to offer kudos to those government teachers who either forced or coerced (it’s my understanding that there may have been extra credit involved) their students

to attend this and other meetings. Civic engagement is an important part of citizenship. Also, it was nice to have some company. ••• I’d like to extend an invitation for community members to take part in our Current in Fishers editorial board. They’re the folks who write the two “Our Views” columns you see at the front of the paper every week. We don’t legislate the content in them. It’s your chance to say whatever you want. Inquiries should go to info@ youarecurrent.com. Jordan Fischer is the managing editor of Current in Fishers. You may e-mail him at jordan@ youarecurrent.com

reader's view Very well done Editor, I did something that I would say I very rarely do. I picked up a paper newspaper publication to read it and it happened to be Current in Fishers. In an instant I was amazingly surprised to find the content to be both relevant and fascinating. As a resident of Fishers, I have found it very worth my time to read almost every article that was in the inaugural edition.

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@ currentincarmell.com.

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To read articles that talk about cultural issues, political issues and entertainment without talking about all of the junk is absolutely amazing. It really has a small town feel done in a very professional manner. Once again, very well done. Shawn Canaday Fishers

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» Fitness program – Baby Boot Camp® will be held on February 4 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at The Fieldhouse, 11825 Technology Drive. The exercise program is for parents and babies, ages six weeks to four years. For more information, or to register, call 317-842-8817 or visit strollerfit.com/fishers. » Ice skating – Geared for children ages 7-11, Ice Skating 101 allows students to learn the fundamentals of skating in a fun and safe atmosphere with qualified instructors. It will be held February 5 from 11:45 a.m. until 12:15 p.m. at the Forum at Fishers, 9022 E. 126th St. For more information, or to register, call 317-727-6581 or email elitesk8ing@yahoo.com. » Registration open – The second “Citizen’s Fire Academy” for Fishers residents 18+ will begin March 14 and end May 16. The 10-week course will provide participants with an overview of fire and emergency medical services. Applications are available at the Fishers Fire Department, and online through the Town of Fishers website. » Burglars arrested – The Fishers Police Department brought two Indianapolis teens into custody on charges of burglary and possession of stolen property. The teens were arrested on the 12500 block of Anchorage Way in Fishers after getting their vehicle stuck in a driveway. Police arrived shortly after a neighbor alerted dispatch of their suspicious activity. » Handy rescue – The Fishers Fire Department freed an employees hand from a safe at the Village Pantry at 116th St. and Brooks School Road. The employee’s hand had become trapped while retrieving change from the coin roll dispensing mechanism. » Prairie Lakes luncheon - Prairie Lakes Health Campus will host a Valentine’s Senior Executive Club luncheon Wednesday at 1 p.m. following a special Valentine’s bingo with door prizes and a chance to win a $100.00 gift card. The event will take place at 9730 Prairie Lakes Blvd. East. Current SEC members and members of the community are invited to attend. RSVP today by calling 770-3644.

Laying out birthday expectations

COMMENTARY By Danielle Wilson Today’s my birthday. (Not today, of course. I had to submit this article a while back!). In exactly two hours and six minutes, I will officially turn 39. Yeah, I said it. The big 3 – 9! I’m thrilled to be nearing 40 and I’ve enough selfconfidence to let everyone know. Middle age? Bring. It. On. That was fun. Actually though, I’m writing about something entirely different than a fear of growing older. Yesterday, see, I contemplated not reminding my friends and family that it was my birthday. A part of me wanted to test them to see who really loved me. Kind of silly, I know, but when I imagined the righteous indignation that I would be entitled too if Doo and the kids forgot, I have to admit it was a tad bit alluring. Me, standing in the kitchen, my red hair aflame, tears running down my cheeks . . . I could already feel my inner drama queen rehearsing her lines. The Oscar would so be mine. But because I have now lived a third of a lifespan, I know better. (Experience and maturity are certainly two benefits of surviving your twenties, along with a grocery card and

zoo membership.) I’ve made the mistake of not forewarning someone about an important date before, and it didn’t play out so well. Not only was I disappointed, but said someone felt terrible about forgetting. He also felt betrayed that I hadn’t reminded him: “You keep the calendar so I don’t have to!” The fact is, we all want to be thoughtful and considerate when it comes to celebrating special times with loved ones, but we are also busy people. Sometimes it’s hard enough to remember to pay the mortgage or to send in lunch money. Worrying about anniversaries and birthdays that only occur once a year is just too stressful. At some point Doo and I had a conversation about all of this and made a deal. We would always remind one another about important dates, at least a few days ahead of time, and would also clearly lay out any expectations we had regarding that special day. Then everyone enjoys the moment and no little hearts are crushed. So yesterday I unabashedly prepped my kids. “Whose birthday is tomorrow?” “Yours!” “And what will you give me for my present?” “Peace and quiet!” “And what does peace and quiet en-

tail?” “No fighting, complaining or disobeying!” “Excellent! Now run along, my precious children. Momma’s gotta plan a shopping spree.” I also sat down last night with Doo and organized a lunch date. We decided together that a big dinner out would be too hectic and expensive, but an 11:00 a.m. Cheesecake Factory rendezvous would work perfectly into our schedules and budget. I may not be able to plan for everything that happens today (My twin sister just called to tell me that her morning began with a traffic ticket), but I have at least laid the groundwork for a few pleasant moments, and chances are, I won’t be throwing a pity party come evening. I have also given my family the opportunity to feel good about celebrating my birthday. It’s a win-win situation, at least in these almost-40 eyes (that still don’t need glasses, thank you very much). Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a Hamilton County resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

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Hoosiers Gone Wild raises $3,500 for Ronald McDonald House By Jordan Fischer Current in Fishers In 2010, a group of local cyclists raised $3,500 for the Ronald McDonald House Charities by cycling across Iowa. This year, they hope to donate $5,000. Established in 2006, Hoosiers Gone Wild is a group of eight local professionals who train regularly on rides around Geist, Noblesville and Zionsville. HGW dedicates proceeds from their rides to the benefit of children and families in need, and regularly supports the Central Indiana Bicycle Association “We’ve been riding together since the late 90s,” said member Jeff Kucic, who owns Kucic Associates Realty in Geist. “I guess I was the ringleader. I got a lot of my friends involved with cycling because it’s such a great sport. It’s a great way to stay in shape, and it’s a lot of fun.” In 2010, HGW rode in the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa. The ride is the world’s oldest, longest, and largest bicycling event in the world. HGW secured enough sponsorship funds to pay off traveling expenses, uniforms, bike equipment, and most importantly, $3,500 for the Ronald McDonald House. “We chose the Ronald McDonald House because they needed it, and it’s a great cause,”

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Shown here, the Hoosiers Gone Wild cycling team with their $3,500 donation check to the Ronald McDonald House.

Kucic said. The Ronald McDonald House provides housing for parents, grandparents and legal guardians of children who are inpatients or chemotherapy outpatients at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. The 2010 sponsors, who received exposure through the group’s bicycle kits, included McDonald’s, Equis, and PGP Title Company. Hoosiers Gone Wild is currently accepting sponsorship funds for the 2011 race. The group hopes to donate $5,000 to the Ronald McDonald House. Interested organizations can contact Kucic at 710-5500.

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McFarland honored for service, fishing prowess By Jordan Fischer Current in Fishers There was no shortage of praise last Tuesday night for Fishers Police Sgt. Randy McFarland. McFarland was being honored by the Fishers Optimist Club for his work with children in the FPD “Books and Badges” program, which brings officers into schools to read to elementary children. He was also praised for the creation of the “Catch and Release,” a hybrid weekly fishing trip/student mentoring program McFarland began eight years ago as a student resource officer. “I was having a particularly busy day running from school to school,” McFarland remembered. “There was one particular student who the principal felt was heading down a bad path. So I came in and talked to him and spent the time I needed to, but not as much as I wanted to. Then I had to move on to the next call.” After a stressful day at work, McFarland said he likes to unwind by fishing, which he did after that particularly busy day. “I was sitting there thinking, I wish I had more time with these kids, and it occurred to me that could be right then,” he said. After discussing it with his superiors and school administrators, and talking it over with the parents of prospective students, McFarland got his first group of students for what would become an annual summer program. The students begin by learning to fish for bluegill, and eventually progress to bass and catfish. On top of being an opportunity to talk one on one about any issues they may be having, McFarland also incentivizes students by offering a pole and tackle box to all who are able to maintain a clean record for the duration of the summer. And, of course, there’s the annual fishing tournament at the end of the program to look forward to. Vince Sivertsen, 13, was the winner of one year’s fishing tournament, earning him a fishing-

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Vince Sivertsen, 13, showed up to honor Sgt. Randy McFarland at the Fishers Optimist Club dinner Tuesday night.

trip on a bass boat on Geist Reservoir. McFarland also presented Sivertsen with a unique lure he’d made from an empty .40 bullet case and a Fishers Police Department shield. “He’s a great guy,” Sivertsen said. “He’s always been there for me.” Though he’s now the public information officer for the department, McFarland continues the “Catch and Release” program, which he said may have gotten its earliest beginnings in childhood fishing trips with his own father. “He was a working man, and he didn’t get to go out fishing as much as I wanted to, but when we did, that was just the greatest thing,” McFarland said. McFarland left the club with some words of wisdom his father had drilled into him years before. “Dad always used to say, ‘Do the right thing, at the right time, for the right reason,’” McFarland said. “Working with these kids… it’s the right thing.”

Groupon deal backfires on Fishers business By Jordan Fischer Current in Fishers Jonah’s Market owner Rebecca Holt said a Groupon deal she hoped would spur new business ended up nearly closing her enterprise. Groupon, a localized deal-of-the-day Web site, offers businesses a chance to gain increased customer exposure by offering discounts or specials online. These deals go out in a daily e-mail to members of the Groupon mailing list. In Holt’s case, the deal was for $30 worth of product for $15. Expecting to see only a modest increase in business, Jonah’s Market instead saw an influx of 2,700 sales, all at the two-for-one special price. Holt was eventually forced to decline any further Groupon sales, and posted a sign advising customers to request a refund. To read more about this story, visit www.currentinfishers.com.

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School board considers new kindergarten cut-off date By Jordan Fischer Current in Fishers Though more than 100 high school students crammed into the Jan. 24 Hamilton Southeastern School Board meeting, board members were focused on business – with a few occasional explanations for the edifications of their student guests. The board heard a proposal to rewrite the kindergarten admission policy. Currently, students born in the appropriate year after the state deadline of Aug. 1 have to be tested and granted a waiver before they will be admitted into kindergarten. Under the new policy, any student born before September 1 will automatically be admitted into kindergarten. “The state requires that we have a waiver policy for kindergarten entrance,” Superintendent Dr. Brian Smith said. “In the past, that policy was the testing process. Now, our waiver will be the September 1 date. Everyone born before that date will get the waiver, and every waiver will be approved.” According to the administration, the new policy will streamline kindergarten admissions, and save the district time and money on testing students. Last year, HSE tested 40 students for potential kindergarten entrance. Of those, one-third were eventually granted waivers. Board President Katrina Hockemeyer questioned whether the proposed policy would allow children into kindergarten too soon. “So we had one-third of 40 placed last year, but under this (policy) all 40 would be coming into our program,” Hockemeyer said. Dr. Smith said he has used this cut-off date in the past with little ill-effect. “Speaking from experience, we tried this eight years ago and had the same discussion,” Smith said. “Really, those 30 days didn’t seem to make any difference. There some3 trepidation in the first year, but after that 1/27/11 2:45 PM was Page it was like that had always been our cut-off date.” The board also received a fiscal update from chief financial officer

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Superintendent Dr. Brian Smith and school board President Katrina Hockemeyer discuss a possible new kindergarten cut-off.

Mike Reuter. Although the district is in better financial straits than many, Reuter said, a $4.5 million cut in state funding has hurt the ability to provide the same services as in previous years. “We’re treading water at this point,” Dr. Smith said. “I know people think we’ve balanced our budget, we’re OK. But we’ve frozen hiring teachers, and we’re spending cash.” The district is currently operating 20% below the cost of living recognized by the Social Security Administration. Reuter advised the board that things were unlikely to change soon, as state lawmakers continue to tighten the budget.

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Educating parents, kids to surf safely online by the numbers • Average first Internet exposure: 11 years old • Percent of youth who have been sexually solicited: 20% • Number of sexually solicited youth where the solicitor has tried to make contact offline: 1 in 25 • Percent of kids who sat that their parents trust them to do what’s right online: 91%

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According to Claassen, there are a number of behaviors which could increase a child’s risk of being solicited online: • posting personal information • having unknown people on a “buddy list” • downloading images from file-sharing programs • visiting “x-rated” sites on purpose Staying up to date on technology trends is important for keeping kids safe, said parent Mike Keaton, who attended the presentation for just that reason. “As a parent with six kids, you want to be able to be proactive in understanding what your children are up to, what’s motivating them, what their interests are and if they’re on the right path,” Keaton said. More information about Internet safety can be found online at www.mycyberguardian.com.

By Jordan Fischer Current in Fishers More than 100 parents and educators filed into the small theater at Hamilton Southeastern High School last Wednesday night to learn about keeping their kids safe online. “I came because I know the world has changed a lot in how the Internet is used,” said Rich Tensmeyer, who was concerned that his son’s iPod Touch might be the newest avenue for online dangers. The event was sponsored by the Parents in Partnership, who brought in Internet safety specialist Dan Claassen, from My Cyber Guardian, to speak about cyber bullying, texting, and the now ever-present Facebook. “We know we love technology, we know our kids love technology – they’re growing up with it,” Claassen said. “Our kids are probably going to be on sites like Facebook, so I’d rather allow it and have some control over what’s on it than have them go over to a friend’s house and make it without me knowing anything about it.” Claassen said when he asks children what an online predator looks like, they describe a “65-year-old man who lives in his mother’s basement.” According to Claassen, that stereotype is dangerously inaccurate. “A lot of times what we’re starting to see is these online predators are teenagers or in their early 20s,” Claassen said. He added that the vast majority of victims know, trust and/or care about the offender.

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By Jordan Fischer Current in Fishers In his quest for the candy bar world record, Fishers resident Bob Brown had to leave his beloved Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups behind. But then, all great endeavors require sacrifice. Brown’s application for the Guinness World Record Largest Candy Bar Collection includes more than 1,000 pieces of candy from around the world. To qualify for the record, Guinness required each piece to be covered in some form of chocolate, to be in a bar or oblong shape and to be unopened. Additionally, no two candy bars could have the exact same wrapper. Unfortunately, the chocolate-covered Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Brown is so fond of don’t meet the Guinness definition of candy bar. He still collects them anyway, though. The collection began in 2006 after a conversation between Brown and his wife. “We were discussing our favorite candy bar when we were kids, and it happened to be the same one,” Brown recalled. That bar was the Marathon Bar, introduced in 1973 by the Mars candy company. The bar came in eight and 15 inch versions, and was composed of braids of caramel covered in milk chocolate. Mars discontinued the Marathon Bar in 1981. “I got to thinking, how many candy bars are being made today that won’t be in 10-15 years,” Brown said. Initially, he visited local candy stores to begin his collection. As his collection grew, he had to expand to regional candy bars, and then to bars from Yugoslavia, Russia, and wherever else he could find them. As word of his endeavor spread, Brown said he also began receiving occa-

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sional packages in the mail full of candy. “I’ll periodically come home and there will be a package in the mail from someone who’s heard about my collection,” Brown said. “If I don’t have it, I add it to the collection. If I do, I’ll usually give it to the neighbor kids.” Some of Brown’s stranger bars include ingredients like Tabasco sauce, marzipan cheese, eggnog, and, of all things, bacon. The quest for the world record As part of the Guinness requirements, Brown had to either pay $10,000 for an official representative to come view his collection, or move all 1,000+ pieces of candy to be displayed in a public place. Brown chose the latter. Using discarded wood from under-production homes in his neighborhood, brown built 43 shadow boxes to store and display his candy. Each box contains from 20-30 pieces of candy, and weighs in the vicinity of 14 lbs. His collection drew a lot of unexpected attention from other sorts of collectors. A Dale Earnhardt fan offered Brown $45 for a Reese’s cup featuring the late NASCAR driver. Another woman offered $120 for the entire box of Brown’s Reese’s because two of them had commemorative Elvis Presley wrappers. Brown declined both offers. Brown’s application with Guinness is still pending, but he already has his next 50 bars lined up to purchase if he hears back positively. All in the family Combing through his collection, Brown has stories for nearly every bar. Some of them have been offered by strangers over the years, and some are more personal. The Mars Bar was Brown’s mother’s favorite candy bar. He has several varieties in his collec-

tion, including a white chocolate version. For a while, Mars had renamed the bar the “Snicker’s Cruncher” in the U.S., but returned the original name in 2010. “Candy brings up good memories,” Brown said. “Really, the only other time you eat a lot of candy is when you’re a kid.” In fact, Brown’s own daughter, Madison, 12, frequently helps her father seek out missing candies from his collection. According to Brown, she tends to remember which pieces he doesn’t have even better than he does. “Usually when she gets candy on Halloween, the first thing she’ll do is run over and say, ‘Dad, what do you need?’” Brown said. Madison also occasionally helps her father taste test some of the more interesting candy specimens, including a particularly memorable regional bar called the “Idaho Spud.” “It looked like a baked potato, and inside had the consistency of one too,” Brown said. “It was ridiculously bad. Even my daughter… she took one bite of it and almost spit it out it was so gross. Even though collecting candy is just a hobby for Brown – he says he doubts there is more than $2,000 sunk into the entire collection – he enjoys hearing the stories people tell him about their candy memories. And, he says, he wouldn’t mind if he could land a job with a candy manufacturer. In case David Letterman or Jay Leno happen to read this article, Brown said he’s also more than willing to come on your show as well. Brown’s candy collection has gotten attention from sources as varied as Zap Town and the BBC America channel. He’s also set up a Facebook page where people can get in touch with him and share their stories. Just log-in and search for Candy Bar Collection!

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Manufacturer: Cadbury Introduced: 1970 Availability: UK and Australia Composition: Flattened, intertwined caramel covered in chocolate Varieties: Classic bar and “Curly Wurly Squirlies” Discontinued: Still in production in Europe Claim to Fame: Named the most popular chocolate bar still in production by a 2004 poll of retro confectionary afficionads.

Our favorite candy bars: “Kit Kat. I like the crunch, and I like the light chocolate.” Deb Vlasich business office bookkeeper “100 Grand. It’s caramely and chocolately and crunchy.” Kelsey Floyd intern “Baby Ruth. I like the carmel.” Dennis O’Malia senior sales executive “Hershey’s Special Dark. I just love dark chocolate, purely for medicinal reasons.” Steve Greenberg general manager “Kit Kat. I think I like the crispiness and the chocolate, and I like mine frozen.” Brian Kelly publisher

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DISPATCHES » ‘Three Buck’ is top $3 wine - For years, Charles Shaw wines, infamously known as Trader Joe's "Three-Buck Chuck," have stood unopposed at the bottom of the price spectrum, but a worthy challenger to its economical empire has now appeared: Whole Foods' Three Wishes wines. Foxnews.com compared both brands' Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon and determined that “Three Buck” offered a better wine in all three categories. -www.foxnews.com » Civic hopes grant will benefit 1,200 students – The Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre believes that a $60,000 grant from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust, awarded in November, will impact nearly 1,200 students through its DramaWorks theater education program during the next two years. The program provides professional theater education to at-risk students. » Airlines boost profits with fewer flights - By grounding planes and eliminating flights, airlines have cut costs and pushed fares higher. Profit margins at big airlines are the highest in at least a decade, according to the government. The eight largest U.S. airlines are forecast to earn more than $5 billion this year and $5.6 billion in 2012. Why? With fewer options, less than one in five seats are empty on domestic flights. Also, airfare is 14 percent higher than a year ago and airlines are now charging for services that used to be free. -Associated Press » Toast with peanut butter? - Kickoff your day with some quick and easy protein by making toast with peanut butter, says manofthehouse.com. Take two pieces of bread, butter them up and lightly spread them with peanut butter. It sounds crazy to butter the toast before adding peanut butter, but it makes a difference. Enjoy with a banana and voila! -www.manofthehouse.com

Local dancer encourages Fishers to ‘Move It’ By Jordan Fischer Current in Fishers Even with a cold, instructor Lindsay Gately could hardly contain her enthusiasm to talk about Wishes Dance Studio’s Move It Cardio program. “My goal in life is to bring dance to every person in this world,” Gately said. “Everybody loves to dance, but they think they don’t know how or don’t have rhythm.” According to Gately, however, rhythm comes naturally. “If you have a heartbeat, you have rhythm,” she said. The Move It Cardio class is open to participants ages 18 and up. During the 45-minute class, students will learn a mixture of dance styles, from hip-hop to cha-cha. In addition to increased physical fitness, Gately said there is a psychological benefit to dance. “For people that are depressed, there’s a loss of dopamine or serotonin levels,” Gately said. “They’re always telling you, one of the top five things you have to do is move, because it can help release endorphins. So that’s where I got ‘Move It.’” Dancing has also proved to be an important form of expression for several of Gately’s younger students who are non-verbal. Many of Gately’s students, one of whom is her own mother, are women in their 40s, 50s and above. Gately says she sees great benefits in

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these classes. “Women want to feel sexy, and they want to feel confident, and the best way to get the body you want is through dancing, in my opinion,” she said. Gately’s mom, Vicky Smith, 58, agrees. “It gets me in shape because it’s such a good workout,” Smith said. “The music is so fun, and the moves she has put to it are invigorating.” The class isn’t just for women, however. Gately said part of her reason for creating the program was watching people, especially men, at night clubs. “I would see so many people sitting and watching people dancing, and wishing they could get out there and move but couldn’t or wouldn’t,” Gately said. “You don’t have to be so uptight. Dancing creates just so much confidence, and such a change in personality if you can dance.” The next six-week session of Move It Cardio will begin on Feb. 21. The class is $60, and runs from 11 – 11:40 a.m. on Thursdays, though Gately said a Monday night class is a possibility if there is enough interest. For more information, visit www.wishesdancestudio.com, or e-mail Lindsay Gately at lovedancebelieve@aol.com.

Pick of the week

Marketplace to benefit GSN Bring a canned-food item and get free admission to the Hamilton County Marketplace show this Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Food items will be donated to the Hamilton County not-for-profit, Good Samaritan Network (GSN), which serves at-risk individuals and families. The Marketplace will be held at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall at 2003 Pleasant St. For more information, visit www.hamiltoncountymarketplace.com.

Bridgewater Commons Prices now starting at $285,000

Restaurant prices to rise? - Despite government findings that inflation is almost nil, the prices of wheat, corn, soybeans, beef and pork are rising. McDonald's Chief Financial Officer Pete Bensen last week cautioned that the worldwide chain could raise its prices as a result. Others could be forced to do the same. -www.walletpop.com

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Instructor Lindsay Gately rocks out with her students as part of the Wishes Dance Studio Move It Cardio program.

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THEATRE The Diary of Anne Frank

The Indiana Repertory Theatre will present “The Diary of Anne Frank” through Feb. 24. Tickets range from $20 to $52 each depending on show times. For tickets or details, visit www.irtlive.com.

A Nice Family Gathering

Carmel Community Players will present "A Nice Family Gathering," a comedy by Phil Olson about a man returning as a ghost to the first family Thanksgiving after his death, through on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Carmel Community Playhouse, Clay Terrace Blvd, Suite 140 in Carmel. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $12 for seniors and students. Visit www.carmelplayers.org or call 815-9387 for tickets or details.

The Last Night of Ballyhoo

The Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre will present “The Last Night of Ballyhoo” through Feb. 5. This 1997 Tony Award-winning comedy by Alfred Uhry, author of “Driving Miss Daisy,” has an illuminating message filled with humor, romance and revelations. Tickets are $28 Friday through Sundays and $21 on Thursdays. For tickets, show times or other details, call 923-4597 or visit www.civictheatre.org.

Fiesta

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will present “Fiesta” each weekend from Feb. 11 to 27 - Feb. 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 13, 20 and 27 at 3 p.m. at 329 Gradle Drive in Carmel. Due to limited seating, reservations are required and are non-transferable to different dates for this event. Tickets are $35 (includes the concert, light snacks and beverages). For reservations, call 844-2660.

Girls Night

Kari “K.J.” Johll, co-host of “The Smiley Morning Show,” will be written into the script of “Girls Night: The Musical” for the show’s 2 p.m. Saturday performance at the Egyptian Room at Old National Centre. “Girls Night” is a touching and comedic “tell-it-like-it-is” look at the lives of a group of female friends. Show times are 2 and 8 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are $42 or $39.50 each. Visit www.livenation. com for tickets or details.

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RESTaurant

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LIVE MUSIC Mickey's Irish Pub

The following performances and events will take place this week at Mickey's Irish Pub, 13644 N. Meridian Street. For more information call 573-9746. Friday – Henry Lee Summer and Friends Saturday – Loo Abby

Mo’s Irish Pub

The following musical acts will be performing live at Mo’s Irish Pub, 13193 Levinson Lane in the Hamilton Town Center, Noblesville. For more information, call 770-9020. Friday – Greta Speaks Saturday – Through Being Cool

Moon Dog Tavern

The following musical acts will be performing live at Moon Dog Tavern, 825 E 96th St., Indianapolis, 46240. Call 575-6364 for more information. Friday – Living Proof Saturday – Big Daddy Caddy

Assistant manager at Moe’s Southwest Grill Where I Like to Eat: “I love seafood, so Red Lobster and Bonefish Grill are both awesome.” What I Order: “When I go to Red Lobster, I always get the ‘Ultimate Feast.’” Why I Like It: “I’ve always loved seafood, and the ‘Ultimate Feast’ has shrimp, lobster and crab, so you get all the things that are the best.” Red Lobster 6410 E. 82nd Street (317) 842-8871

The scoop: Mancino’s is a family restaurant featuring freshly made pizzas and a variety of grinders, ranging from the Sweet Baby Ray Grinder (a BLT with sweet onions and barbeque sauce) to the House Specialty Italian Grinder (ham, sausage, salami, mayo, mozerella cheese, and a variety of vegetables). Type of food: Italian Price: Pizzas from around $5-15; About $5 for half a grinder, around $10 for a whole grinder

Specialty menu items: Garden fresh salads, Bacon Cheeseburger Grinder, new wraps, and build-your-own pizzas Dress: Casual Reservation: Accepted Smoking: None Hours: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sunday Address: 135 Sheridan Road Phone: 770-1114

Slippery Noodle Inn

The following musical acts will be performing live at the Slippery Noodle Inn, 372 South Meridian Street, Indianapolis. For more information, visit www.slipperynoodle.com. Thursday – 28 North The Band Friday and Saturday – Trevor Reynolds Band; Reverend Raven and The Chain Smokin’ Altar Boys

Symphonic Hits

One of the pre-eminent cellists of his generation, Zuill Bailey returns to Indianapolis to perform one of the crown jewels of the cello repertoire, the Dvorák Concerto in B Minor, Thursday through Saturday at the Hilbert Circle Theatre. Ticket prices for the Thursday 11 a.m. KeyBank Coffee Classical concert are $20 to $45 each, and tickets are $15 to $50 each for the 7:30 p.m. concerts on Friday and Saturday. Call 639-4300 or visit www.IndianapolisSymphony.org for details or tickets.

COMEDY Morty’s Comedy Joint

The following acts will be performing at Morty’s Comedy Joint, 3625 East 96th St., Indianapolis. For show times or other details, visit www.mortyscomedy.com or call 848-5500. Thursday through Sunday – The Best of Boston, Dan Boulger and Mike Whitman

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DOCTOR SPOTLIGHT

Dr. James Bicos

Show Your Heart Some TLC with a HeartScan It doesn’t matter if you’re young or old, male or female. Heart disease doesn’t discriminate. So it’s no surprise that heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States: currently one of every two deaths in America is related to heart disease. Heart disease is also a silent killer. According to the Centers for Disease Control Prevention, someone in the U.S. suffers a coronary event every 25 seconds. Because heart disease often strikes without warning or symptoms, many people don’t know they’re at risk until it’s too late. And it doesn’t help that heart health is so easy to neglect. In many cases, it’s not what we’re doing to our heart that’s harmful. It’s what we’re NOT doing. Take diet and exercise, for example. With all of our responsibilities such as work, family, and everything in between, a heart-healthy diet and regular exercise are often forgotten. So how do you stay ahead of this deadly disease? Consider a HeartScan — a simple, non-invasive test that could actually save your life — and it’s available at St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast.

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Quick and painless, a HeartScan is conducted with a non-invasive CT scanner, which allows doctors at St.Vincent to scan images of your heart’s arteries and examine them for hardened plaque — one of the early warning signs of heart disease. If you need treatment, doctors can then offer a full range of options and suggest lifestyle changes to decrease your risk of heart disease and heart attack. And a HeartScan is affordable. In fact, the cost of a HeartScan at St.Vincent was recently lowered from $99 to $49 — a permanent price reduction to encourage more people to consider this important procedure. St.Vincent recommends HeartScans for men and women over the age of 40, with a frequency of no more than once every five years. We also recommend talking with your physician about having a HeartScan to determine if this is right for you. If you haven’t been giving your heart the TLC it deserves, now may be the ideal time to get serious about your heart health. Find out more. It’s 30 minutes that may just change the rest of your life. To schedule a HeartScan, visit BestHeartCare.com or call 866-432-4457.

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Most people who go to the Olympics as part of the USA gymnastics team spend years in training for the uneven parallel bars or the balance beam — but Dr. James Bicos traveled with the USA gymnasts because of his years of training in sports medicine as the team physician. And today, he continues to serve USA gymnasts as the Orthopedic Physician for USA Gymnastics. As one of the area’s leading shoulder experts, Dr. Bicos is also available to see patients through St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast. You can contact his office directly at (317) 415-5885. Or join Dr. Bicos for a free shoulder replacement seminar: Tuesday, March 1, 6:00 p.m. St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast 13914 E State Road 238 To register, call 317-338-CARE or visit MedicineAndMovement.com/LearnMore

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Preventing Birth Defects — Even Before You’re Pregnant

The Children’s Museum PlayFit

Dr. Jesse Spear

Your health should always be a priority, but it certainly takes on a new kind of importance if you’re pregnant — or trying to become pregnant. And one of the vitamins that doctors will recommend is folic acid. What is folic acid? · B-vitamin · Found in lentils, dried beans, peas, dark green vegetables, citrus fruits, fortified cereals, breads, and pastas · Some doctors believe it’s best taken as a supplement How much should be in my daily diet? · If you’re pregnant or planning on getting pregnant, you’ll need 400-800 mcg · Mothers who are breast-feeding should aim for 500 mcg What can it do for me and my baby? · Assists the body in the production of new cells · Promotes heart health · Inhibits cancerous behaviors in cells · Helps prevent major birth defects like spina bifida For more Tips 4HER, visit 3384HER.com, call our 24/7 nurse advice line at 338-4HER, or schedule an appointment with an OB/GYN at St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast.

Saturday, February 5, 2011 10:00am - 3:00pm The Children’s Museum, 3000 N Meridian, Indpls, IN 46208

Celebrate healthy choices and active play with special performances and activities. Visit the Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent booths featuring various health and safety education exhibits. Go to www.childrensmuseum.org for details.

Indiana Ice “Hockey For Heart Night” presented by St.Vincent Heart Center of Indiana Saturday, February 12, 2011 Game starts at 7:05pm Pepsi Coliseum

Indiana Ice vs. Fargo Force. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster locations and the Pepsi Coliseum box offices or online at www.ticketmaster.com.

Checkup 13 $49 HeartScan

St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast, 13914 E State Road 238, Fishers, IN 46037 Throughout the month of February, WTHR’s Checkup 13 will be promoting $49 HeartScans available at St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast. Visit BestHeartCare.com to register, or call 866-432-4457.

When looking for an internist — a doctor who focuses on adult medicine, including prevention — there are lots of things to think about. A physician’s background, skill and experience are all factors to take into consideration — as is the convenience of the doctor’s office. But it’s truly important to find a doctor you can trust. That’s why we’re happy to welcome Dr. Jesse Spear who specializes in internal and preventive medicine. If you’re looking for a new doctor, we think you’ll like him. Dr. Spear graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine; completed his residency at St.Vincent Indianapolis Hospital; and is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. And he’s taking new patients right now. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Spear at Medical Center Northeast, call (317) 415-9009.

Saturday, February 5, 2011 8:00AM to Noon St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast 13914 E. State Road 238, Fishers (I-69 and SR 238) Free Screenings (8:00AM to noon): Cholesterol/Glucose, Bone Density, Balance, Skin Analysis, Skin Cancer, Hearing, Sleep Disorders, Stroke and more. Free Educational Programs and Activities: Educational booths, free massages, nail care, learn about proper shoe fitting, special diets, and more. Plus – Free Gifts! Call 317-338-CARE to register for screenings by January 28, 2011 or register on-line at northeast.stvincent.org.

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Pick a team for your Super Bowl party menu Current in Fishers Even if you aren't a fan of either the Pittsburgh Steelers or Green Bay Packers, odds are

you'll be rooting for one of the two this Super Bowl Sunday. You can pick a side with your Super Bowl party menu, too. Here are appetiz-

ers, cocktails and main courses inspired by the Big Game's two teams. Stick to one list, or mix and match.

Black bean and gold mango salsa

Cheddar olive pops

Ingredients • 2 c. fully cooked black beans • 2 mangoes, diced • 1/2 red onion, diced • 2 T. lime juice • 2 T. cilantro, minced • 2 t. salt • 1 t. cumin Directions 1. Combine all ingredients. Refrigerate until serving. You can eat this right away, but the flavor is best when it’s prepared at least a few hours in advance. -www.stolenmomentscooking.com

Ingredients • 2 cups (8 ounces) Wisconsin Aged Cheddar Cheese, coarsely grated • 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), softened • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon paprika • 25 large pimiento-stuffed green olives Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). 2. 1. In large bowl, blend together cheese and butter with electric mixer. Add flour and paprika; mix well. 3. 2. Shape 1 tablespoon of cheese mixture around each olive, dipping hands in flour, if necessary, to prevent sticking. Arrange on parchmentlined baking sheet. 4. 3. Bake 10 to 15 minutes, until golden. Remove from baking sheet and serve immediately. -www.cooksrecipes.com

The Ben Roethlis-burger Ingredients • 1 lb ground beef • 1/2 lb bulk pork sausage • 6 onion hamburger buns • 18 slices cooked bacon • 6 slices cheddar cheese • 6 slices provolone cheese • Barbecue sauce • Ranch dressing Directions 1. Combine beef and sausage, mix well. 2. Form six burger patties out of the meat mixture. Place in the refrigerator until chilled. 3. Grill patties to well done, 170 degrees.(There’s pork in there!). 4. Near the end of grilling, top each patty with a slice of provolone and a slice of cheddar to melt. 5. Toast buns and add barbecue sauce and ranch dressing -www.food.com

Wisconsin cheese wings Ingredients • 3/4 cup finely crushed cracker crumb (like Ritz) • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese • 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder • 1/2 teaspoon paprika • 1/8 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper • 2 lbs chicken wings, split and tips removed • 1/3 cup Dijon mustard Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. Combine cracker crumbs,

Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, paprika and pepper in shallow dish and set aside. 3. Spread mustard on chicken pieces, coat with crumb mixture and place on a greased baking sheet. 4. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, turning once. -www.food.com

Black and Gold Martini

Packer Punch

Ingredients • 2 oz Blavod vodka • 1 oz Goldschlager Directions 1. Pour the Blavod into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. 2. Shake well and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Top with Goldschlager. -www.cocktails.about.com

Ingredients • 10 oz Midori melon liqueur • 5 oz vodka • 2 oz orange juice Directions 1. Recipe makes a large quantity. For individual servings decrease to 2 oz Midori, 1 oz vodka and a splash of OJ. Combine Midori and vodka first and then add in orange juice. -www.intoxicology101.com

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DISPATCHES » Community announces new leadership – Community Health Network Foundation announced new officials elected to its board of directors. Patricia Keiffner succeeds George Geiger who led the board for the past two years. Other elected appointments include: Frank Hancock, vice chair; Cheryl McLaughlin, secretary; Robert Shortle, treasurer. » Nutrition info coming to front – The Grocery Manufacturers Association and the Food Marketing Institute last week announced the industry's voluntary new "Nutrition Keys," which will list calories, saturated fat, sodium and sugars per serving on the front of packages to name ingredients consumers should emphasize and those best to limit. Most food makers will add Nutrition Keys icons to most of their packaging by the end of 2011. -Associated Press » Bottled water companies fail test – The Environmental Working Group analyzed product labels and called companies producing more than 170 varieties of bottled water to see if they would disclose where their water comes from, how it is treated, and whether the results of purity tests are revealed. More than half failed the transparency test. Almost 20 percent didn't say where their water comes from; 32 percent did not disclose information on treatment or purity. Only three brands earned the highest grade possible: Gerber Pure Purified Water, Nestle Pure Life Purified Water, and Penta Ultra-Purified Water. -www.mercola.com » Get out of bed to fight insomnia – For insomniacs to get better sleep, spending less time in bed may be a key part of a short-term behavioral therapy, according to a study. The recently published study claims that insomniacs worsen their likelihood of falling asleep by trying to sleep when they are not tired and therefore associating lying in bed with being awake. -Reuters » Weaning sooner could prevent allergies – Feeding solid food earlier and not relying solely on breastfeeding for the first six months might benefit babies, a team of researchers say in a new study. Waiting to wean a baby could increase the occurrence of food allergies and iron deficiency, the BBC reported. The researchers said weaning could begin as early as four months, instead of the current recommendation of six months. -www.msnbc.com

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Awareness key to detecting ovarian cancer HEALTH By Dr. Jugnoo Husain The term “silent killer” is generally used for diseases with mild or no symptoms, such as heart disease, hypertension or diabetes. But, other “silent killers” lurk out there, one of them being ovarian cancer. If caught early, ovarian cancer is highly curable. However, this type of cancer has been historically called the “silent killer” because obvious symptoms often become apparent late in the disease process, when the chances of cure are less likely. Currently, there is no specific screening test for the general population, although research is ongoing to develop a reliable method of early detection. Meanwhile, what is a prudent person to do? The answer lies in regular checkups, as well as awareness of less obvious symptoms and knowledge of family history. The ovaries are a pair of almond-sized female organs in the lower abdomen, one on each side of the uterus. The ovaries produce eggs and female hormones such as estrogen and progesterone. Although some ovarian tumors are benign, the term ovarian cancer is used for a malignant tumor that has the capability to spread to other organs. Each year, approximately 22,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The exact cause is not known, but there are certain associated risk factors. Some of the main risk factors include increasing age, early onset of menstruation or late menopause, having never been pregnant, family history of ovar-

ian or breast cancer, personal history of breast cancer, long-term estrogen-only hormone replacement therapy, and BRCA gene mutations. It is important to remember, however, that the majority of women with ovarian cancer have no known risk factors. Also, many women who have some of the risk factors for ovarian cancer never develop the disease. In an attempt to educate women to identify symptoms as soon as possible, the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation and other organizations released a consensus statement in 2007 on identifiable symptoms of ovarian cancer: • Abdominal pressure, fullness, bloating • Pelvic or abdominal pain • Persistent indigestion, gas or nausea • Urinary symptoms, such as urgent or frequent need to urinate • Loss of appetite or quickly feeling full • Lower back pain Admittedly, these symptoms are nonspecific and could be attributed to anything from PMS to one too many deep-fried Twinkies at the State Fair. Several later studies have also argued that the tumor may already be late stage when these symptoms appear, and there may not be improvement in the ultimate outcome. Dr. Jugnoo Husain is a board certified anatomic and clinical pathologist. She currently resides in Hamilton County. Dr. Husain can be contacted at jugnoohusain@ gmail.com.

The Climb offers exercises, hope By Darla Kinney Scoles Current in Fishers Parkinson’s Disease (PD) takes away much from those ravaged by its progressive, disabling symptoms. The Climb gives back. An ongoing exercise session designed specifically for PD patients, The Climb allows the men and women facing daily limitations to rise above those limits and move ever upward toward greater mobility, strength and even voice. Meeting weekly at White River Christian Church in Noblesville, the class, offered by the Indiana Parkinson Foundation (IPF), held its first meeting Jan. 15 with great success. With 13 participants, numerous spouses and family members, a dozen volunteer helpers and one enthusiastic physical therapist, The Climb was a two-hour display of courage, faith and flatout hard work. From the moment class members signed in they were put through the paces of testing current abilities, stretching, large motion repetition, expression and vocal training, speed walking, balance practice and cool-down movements as part of their two-hour workout. Before the hard stuff began, however, PD patient and IPF inspiration Don Waterman, spoke briefly about his journey into PD and shared the song (“It’s the Climb”) that provided the story behind the name for the unique exercise class. After admitting that he was “nervous as all

get-out” and receiving a resounding “so are we” from the audience, Waterman said, “I have always been able to work my way out of any situation I faced in life, but this one had me trapped. But I did find out there are ways to help my symptoms.” Waterman found this out due in large part to the fact that his daughter, Addie Cunningham, shared a room at college with Joy Resetar, the therapist leading The Climb this day. The two women – one with a passion to help her father, the other with a passion to help those with disabling conditions – put their minds to work and brought about the only exercise course of its kind in Central Indiana. “Everyone in this room is faced with a mountain,” Waterman said to those who arrived with walkers and canes but soon shared camaraderie instead. “I think it’s interesting that even those in the most advanced stages came out with a positive attitude,” Fishers resident and participant Jim Sammer said. “I find that motivating, motivating enough to move mountains.” For more about IPF and The Climb, which takes place every Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. at WRCC and welcomes new members weekly, go to www.indianaparkinson.org. (To hear “It’s The Climb” visit http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=nlaPRZTryCs).

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Adventures on two wheels: beginnings CYCLING By Ryan Shean With snow on the ground and temperatures in the teens, it may seem like a strange time to start thinking about summer fitness goals. While many of our New Year’s resolutions include fitness for 2011, how many of them move beyond the general goal of “getting in shape?” Numerous studies have shown that structured goals, such as those which include timeframes, are much more likely to be achieved. The largest endurance event for central Indiana, the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, is already sold out for 2011. And besides, maybe running isn’t even your “thing.” What fitness goals does that leave for 2011? Finding your event is the first challenge. There are numerous cycling events throughout the state and the Midwest which provide exciting challenges for participants. Cycling is a much lower impact sport than running, leading to fewer knee and ankle injuries. There are various touring rides, as well as centuries, a 100-mile ride, and metric centuries, a shorter 100-kilometer ride, or 62 miles. At the outset, riding 100 miles on a bicycle certainly doesn’t sound very appealing. However, consider dragging friends and family along on your cycling adventure to keep you company. Not only will you have someone to talk to, but you can have some satisfaction in improving their fitness and health, too. Training partners also help keep you motivated to stick to your fitness plan. If you can’t find friends or family crazy enough to join you, consider finding cycling friends through local group rides or through organizations such as Team In Training. These groups may even help you pick your event. No matter which path you choose to take, choose your goal now so that you can begin your training and fitness journey. The sooner you get started training, the better. At this point you won’t be doing long rides just yet. Focus more on getting into a rhythm in your training. Set a goal to ride at least three times this week for 30 to 45 minutes. The weather likely won’t cooperate with an outdoor expedition, so instead try to spend your time on a stationary bike at the gym. If you don’t have a membership at a gym, it may be time to invest. Join me next week for selecting equipment, more specifics on events, and the best training routes in town. Ryan Shean is an experienced cyclist and endurance athlete who currently rides for Team IndieBike p/b Angie’s List. To contact Ryan, e-mail him at rshean@hotmail.com.

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DISPATCHES » Ask the expert – Larry Greene, president of Case Design/Remodeling and Current contributor will be at the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis booth (No. 001) on the Indiana State Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday for the Indianapolis Home Show. He will offer a free presentation titled “Planning Your Kitchen/Bathroom Remodeling Project” from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Case Design/Remodeling will be in booth No. 322. Home Show Admission is $13 while kids aged 6-12 can purchase tickets for $3. For more information, e-mail caseadmin@indy.rr.com. » Design Center signs new tenant – OneTouch Automation will occupy a studio suite on the second level of the Indiana Design Center in Carmel. The new One-Touch Automation location is set to open in February 2011. Owned by Rachael and Ryan McDaniel, the firm provides high-quality, affordable automated systems that homeowners can control from anywhere. Systems range from home security to controlled lighting, to custom home theaters. » Heavier is better – A heavier razor that weighs about two and a half ounces or more, such as the classic Merkuror or the Edwin Jagger 89L ($35), is less likely to nick because you won't be tempted to press into your skin to get a close shave. Go for a handle that's at least three inches long -- it'll be easier to grip. -www.money.cnn.com » Wear Frownies to bed – "If you wake with creases from scrunching your face in your sleep, these patches are helpful," says Los Angeles-based dermatologist Jessica Wu. Frownies Forehead & Between Eyes ($20 for 144; frownies.com)—a cult favorite—are stiff adhesive "bandages" that hold skin in place to prevent furrowing. -www.yahoo.com

Commissioning an original DESIGN By Vicky Earley There comes a day in one’s decorating life when they realize that art can be more than a replica of an old masters painting. It can be an original that is about you and your emotions. I received a letter from a Local reader and artist, Carolyn Martens, that offered some outstanding suggestions for anyone contemplating making that leap into art that is commissioned for a specific home and need. 1. Know what you want. Find examples of art you like, gather fabric swatches of your furniture, take pictures of the room where the painting will be hung. 2. Find an artist who matches the style you are looking for. Don’t ask artists to paint in a different style than what they naturally do or the results won’t meet your expectations. 3. Meet with the artist and share your vision. Decide how involved you want to be in the painting and set up in advance at what stages you want to approve of the paint-

ing’s process. Discuss pricing in detail. 4. Ask the artist to come up with several thumbnail ideas sketched out on paper. When the artist is finished with thumbnail sketches, pick one and sign off on it. Speak up at this point if it is not what was hoped for. 5. At this stage, the artist can rough in painting, take photos and e-mail it to client. Depending on what you agreed to up front, this can be done at several different stages of the painting. 6. Final approval should hold no surprises, especially if you have been a part of the creative process. One thing that flies in the face of any artistic endeavor is to change your mind past a crucial stage in the painting. Local artist, Kathleen O’Neil Stevens, recommends that you check track record of the artist doing the commission. Looking in to the previous performance of an artist could eliminate pitfalls. Nothing is more frustrating that paying a down payment and having the work sit on the easel for years without progress.

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The delights are in the details BUSINESS By David Cain I was in New York at a business lunch. The woman I was meeting was discussing items we had to cover and then began to ramble a bit on a tangent. Offhandedly, she mentioned her birthday was Jan. 20, said she would be turning 41 next year – in 2011. She continued talking and we finished the lunch. On my way out of the restaurant, I added her birthday to my phone’s contact list. I’ve got an application on my phone that fishes through my phone’s contact list and delivers me a text alert when a date of importance is near. On Jan. 20, I got the alert that it was her birthday. It was good timing. I just had a conversation with someone at the office about the details of a relationship. How the little things make a big difference. I’ve noticed at the office that it is far too common for people to ignore the details of a relationship. And people you work with can be more than a little miffed if they don’t feel like you care. It’s easy to forget that a big part of caring is in the details. For example, saying “thank you” when someone turns in a long night of work. It’s all too common to just think, “That’s their job.” The same thing seems to apply at home. All too often we don’t pay attention to the details of a relationship. We don’t recognize

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the small stuff. We don’t show the appreciation and recognition that lets people know we care. I notice I’m different with my kids and clients. With my kids, I always show a high degree of recognition of their work. I exaggerate the appreciation and I recognize every detail. I know their birthday. I know their favorite things. I appreciate that they give their best. I feel like I act the same way in my relationships with customers and clients. I strive to provide special treatment. I was talking with that friend from the office about how we could all be better at recognizing and appreciating those closest to us – at home and work. Kelly’s birthday was great timing. He worked with her, too, so I sent him a text to let him know he should drop her a note, saying something simple, “Hi Kelly, I think today is your birthday. Make it a great day!” He thought it a joke at first but sent the message. Her enthusiastic and totally impressed response says it all. There are delights in the details.

Local chamber members kick back, relax after hours Members and guests of the Fishers and Noblesville Chambers of Commerce were treated to hors d’oeuvres and free massages, provided by Sura Spa, at the “Business After Hours” event at Cambria Suites in Noblesville. The next chamber event will be a “Morning Motivator” held at the Fishers Train Station on February 2. Tom Wagenhauser from Indy IT Professionals will speak on why it’s important to have good IT security. Reservations are required, and can be made by calling 317-578-0700 or visiting www.fisherschamber.com.

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Located on Main Street in the Carmel Arts and Design District, Carmel Tattoo Ink feels more like a rock and roll hair salon than a tattoo parlor. Michelle French, who co-owns the shop with her husband Michael, says the idea was to create an inviting and unintimidating tattoo shop. “The people that are coming in here are the people that were always too afraid to go into other tattoo shops,” French said. She says the biggest difficulty associated with starting the business was finding space a tattoo parlor would be allowed to occupy. “It took us four or five months to find a place to rent,” French said. Despite mixed reviews from some community members about the presence of a tattoo parlor in the Arts and Design District, French says her shop is an apt addition to the area. “This is the oldest form of art. It was the one thing that was missing down here.” French said. She says the shop is doing mostly custom work. “Let someone design something that’s an original piece.” French said. The artists employed by the shop underwent an extensive interview process before they were hired. “We went to great lengths to get highly qualified artists. It took me forever to find them,” French said. Appointments are available, and walk-ins are welcome. Free temporary tattoos are offered to kids. In the actual shop itself, the décor features local artists. Joseph Gubocki’s work will consistently be featured while the other artists’ work will rotate in and out. All of the art on display is for sale. The shop is open Monday through Thursday from noon until 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from noon until 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 5 p.m. For more information, call (317) 571-8282 or visit www.carmeltattoo.com.

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GARDENING By Holly Lindzy One of the questions I hear most often is, “Why won’t my such and such shrub bloom?” And many times the answer depends on a number of variables: lighting, exposure, age of the plant and so on… But most often, the plant needs a little boost after years of growth without pruning, or in some cases, over-pruning. And although it can be mildly intimidating to approach a large, overgrown shrub with the purpose of rejuvenation, with your head held high and a little bit of confidence, you can easily thin an overgrown and tired shrub and the result will bring new life to your landscape. With a good, clean, sharp bypass pruner, kneel down at the base of your shrub and get a gander through the center of it. Notice that some stems are thicker than others and consequently older. These stems are not the ones producing lush growth. The younger stems carry most of the green. Now, for the fun part (my life is not terribly exciting, you see). For every three stems, prune out the largest and thickest stems, down to the very base of the shrub. (Yes, you CAN

do it.) Continue this for every three stems until you have removed a third of the growth. The young stems can now grow with less competition and crowding. The result will be a shrub with new vigor and increased growth. And though it seems scary or intimidating, it is a far better practice for the health of the plant than the constant shearing a hedge takes. The natural shape of the shrub can remain while increasing the health of the plant, and it is something that you need to do every three years or less versus the continual shearing of a hedge. Use the practice of rejuvenation on any shrub that is overgrown or lacking life and I promise, you will not be disappointed and feel a grand sense of accomplishment…you may even enjoy it! (Because your life is not terribly exciting, either.) Holly Lindzy is an Indiana accredited horticulturalist and advanced master gardener residing in Noblesville. Email your gardening woes (or wisdom) to info@currentnoblesville.com (write attn: Holly Lindzy in the subject line).

REMODELING BY Randy Sorrell Have you ever had a DIY project go bad? Me, too. Frustration mounts, palms sweat and #@$&!! words fly as I reach for a glass of personal ointment. Here are a few steps to avoid DIY blues and rescue a project gone bad. 1. Research before you start, not at the peak of disaster. There are plenty of online resources as well as how to books and generous suppliers. Invest in research. 2. Get a professional contractor on your side and ask for specific steps to take. Offer to compensate them for on-site guidance. Ask questions and take notes. Be grateful and pay handsomely, you may need them again later. 3. Tools. Get the correct ones and rent if necessary. If it calls for a straight-edge spade, 20-pound sledge hammer, plate compactor, laser level or miter saw, get it. And do not buy the cheap ones. The correct tools are essential to avoiding sloppy results and will complete the task more timely than a shortcut will. 4. Take your time, take an Advil and take a knee (to pray). Quality is not a race. 5. Being realistic regarding your talent level is critical. The bummer behind DIY

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Winter and your pets PETS By Dr. Michael Havens It’s the time of year when veterinarians get lots of calls regarding winter weather and their pets. How long can they stay out? How cold is too cold? Can they get frostbite? Do they need more food? There are some special considerations and also some unique problems we encounter during the cold months, but most issues can thankfully be resolved with a little knowledge and common sense. First, dogs and cats are both remarkably tolerant of cold weather especially if they’ve had time to adapt to falling temperatures. Tossing a cat or small indoor dog outside for an extended period with freezing temperatures is problematic if they’ve not been used to the outdoors. However, larger, active dogs can generally tolerate the cold for long periods and will usually outlast their owners during walks or playtime. I know cats that spend all year outside with no ill effects. A good rule of thumb is that if your dog or cat doesn’t want to come in if it has the opportunity, they’re probably fine. Frostbite is rare in animals and in 20 years of practice, I’ve never seen a case. Pets should not, however, be left outside for extended periods without an opportunity to seek shelter, which may include a garage or a sturdy doghouse with adequate bedding. Older pets and puppies are more vulnerable to the cold and could succumb to hypothermia before alerting their owners. If they appear slow, or unresponsive, get them inside. A few common issues we run into as veterinarians during the winter include: • Dogs with upset stomachs and/or diarrhea as a result of licking road salt or ice melt. Irritated feet can also occur.

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• Vomiting, followed by kidney failure as a result of antifreeze ingestion. This has become less common with the advent of pet-friendly antifreeze products. Immediate attention is required if you suspect your pet has ingested even a small amount of antifreeze. • Dogs that spend a lot of times outside may need an increase in food, as it requires a lot of energy to maintain body temperature. That being said, we rarely see dogs and cats that require any extra food. *Injuries from slipping on ice and an increase in signs of arthritis are seen in our older patients. One of the more common minor problems we see is the increase in what appears to be upper respiratory infection symptoms, including sneezing, coughing, gagging, watery eyes and runny noses. This is generally due to the sudden decrease in humidity that we all experience when the heat is on in the house. If these symptoms are more commonly seen in the morning or after periods of rest, any discharge is clear, and the pet otherwise acts fine, low humidity could be the problem. Remember, though your pets may hold up in the cold better than their owners, common sense still applies. Enjoy the season, however, as most pets will welcome a romp in the snow, chasing kids on sleds, and catching snowballs on the fly. Dr. Mike Havens is a Hamilton County native and the founder and co-owner of Parkside Animal Hospital in Fishers. With his wife, Beth, he’s raising four animal crazy boys, along with a few cats, snakes, lizards, spiders and whatever else the kids can catch.

Pets of the week Bo is a one-year-old male black and white Border Collie/ Shepherd mix. Bo is an active and veary outgoing boy who loves to romp and play. He can play fetch and he would make a great jogging partner or excel in agility competition. Bo is house trained and though he is good with children, his energy and enthusiasm may be too much for younger children to handle. He does well with other dogs, but he will need a home without cats. Bo loves toys, especially balls, so he hopes his new family will have lots of tennis balls for him. Kong is a five-year-old female black and white DSH. Kong is a gorgeous girl with beautiful gold eyes and sweet and gentle personality. She is a petite girl, only weighing 7 pounds, so she will easily fit on anyone’s lap. Kong really enjoys human companionship and she would make a wonderful low-maintenance pet. She is litter box trained and qualifies for the PAWS Program – Partnering Animals With Seniors. Anyone age 55 or older can adopt Kong for a reduced fee. For more information on these and other animals at the Humane Society, call 317-773-4974 or go to www.hamiltonhumane.com

» Laser pointers frustrate cats? – Laser pointers, popular and inexpensive toys used by many cat owners, are said to be very frustrating for these pets, says Jackson Galaxy of littlebigcat.com. “Successful play therapy sessions provide satisfaction on all levels of predation, which means not just stalking, but catching and ‘killing’ as well,” he wrote. “When the pointer is used as the sole toy, the cat never actually catches anything. It may be amusing to us to watch them run around and around in circles, but remember, in the primitive cat mind, they live for the entire hunt, not just one aspect of it.” -www.littlebigcat.com

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