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News Sen. Dan Coates visits Fishers for Chamber event COMMUNITY

By Jordan Fischer • jordan@youarecurrent.com

The Fishers Chamber of Commerce hosted a breakfast with U.S. Sen. Dan Coates (R-Indiana) last week as an opportunity for business owners and community members to hear directly from their representative. Coates, a Carmel resident, began by offering high praise for Fishers. “I’m your neighbor – I live in Carmel – and to come to Fishers to see all the accolades you’ve received … congratulations,” Coates said. “It’s a great credit to all the people who’ve worked here.” Saying Washington needs to adopt what he called the “Indiana model” – reduced spending and streamlined government – Coates said his 2011 return to politics has been a difficult one. “I come here today after what was probably the most frustrating year in public service,” he said. “After the 2010 election, the mandate was, ‘Get to Washington and do something about the cascading debt.’ The people in Washington say, ‘We can’t cut a dime anywhere. These are all things we need to do and, by the

way, here’s a list of more things we need to do.’” However, Coates said he sees signs of optimism around the nation, and particularly in Indiana, which he said has an “entrepreneurial spirit.” “Because of the opportunity this nation has provided us, we owe it to our children and future generations to do everything we can to put it back on the right track,” Coates said.

Hamilton County Express to increase rates May 1 By Jordan Fischer • jordan@youarecurrent.com Hamilton County Express, the county’s public transportation system run by Janus Developmental Services, will be increasing its rates May 1 after learning it will receive reduced funding this year. One-way adult fares will increase from $4 to $5 at the beginning of next month. Janus CEO Connie Sanders said the rate increase was necessitated after Noblesville Township informed the nonprofit it would be cutting all funding this year. According to Sanders, 51 percent of all Hamilton County Express passengers originate from Noblesville Township – approximately 45,000 rides a year. “We can’t even keep up with our demand,” Sanders said. “Our denial list keeps increasing. It doesn’t mater how many buses we put on the road.” Sanders said Hamilton County Express will continue servicing passengers from Noblesville Township, despite the funding cut. “We had a (tactical advisory committee) meeting, and a guy from IndyGo said when a portion of the county stops supporting them (IndyGo), they cut off service,” Sanders said. “We considered that. But, we’re part of this community. Ultimately, we decided the only thing to do was to increase rates.” For more information about Janus Developmental Services or the Hamilton County Express, visit www. janus-inc.org.

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Conner Prairie receives LDI 100th Anniversary grant – Conner Prairie Interactive History Park was awarded a grant last month by the LDI 100th Anniversary Celebration Cultural Partnership Gift Program. The funds will support the park’s new STEAM! Innovation Week, to be held in September. STEAM! Innovation Week is a unique event that celebrates the spirit of innovation in science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics. Through a series of interactive exhibits, activities, performances and handson demonstrations, the five-day event from Sept. 12-16 will bring visitors face to face with some of the most exciting innovations of the past and present, and some of the most intriguing innovators working today.

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Enrollment now open for 12th annual Fishers Police Dept. Teen Academy – The Fishers Police Dept. is teaming up with the Fishers YMCA Teen Center to reach out to the teens of Fishers for the 12th annual Fishers Police Dept. Teen Academy, to be held at the YMCA Teen Center July 30 through Aug. 4. The academy is a week of lawenforcement-type training that will allow teens to better understand how law enforcement works. Each day begins at 1 p.m., and ends at 7:30 p.m. For more information, or to enroll in the academy, contact Officer Kevin Sutton at 5967421, or visit www.fishers.in.us/police. HSE High School Royals Varsity Club to hold annual gala April 21 – The Hamilton Southeastern High School Royals Varsity Club will hosts its third annual gala on April 21. This year’s event focuses on fun, fellowship and fundraising featuring a live auction and raffle. The social hour will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner following at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Indianapolis North, 8181 N. Shadeland Ave., Indianapolis. Tickets are $65 per person for RVC members, and $75 per person for non-RVC members. Event reservations and RVC memberships can be found at royalsvarsityclub. org. Reservations are due by Wednesday. Art in Town Hall: HSE School Senior Showcase – The next featured exhibit in the Art in Town Hall program will be the first annual Hamilton Southeastern School Senior Showcase, which will display art from more than 30 senior art students from both Fishers and HSE High Schools. The showcase will run at Fishers Town Hall from Friday to May 11, Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. An opening reception will be held Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Fishers Town Hall, One Municipal Dr. RSVP to the reception at RSVP@fishersartscouncil.org. Campaign signs prohibited on state highway right-of-way – INDOT reminds all Hoosiers campaign signs are prohibited from federal and state highway rightsof-way. INDOT personnel are required by state law to remove all unauthorized signs within the state right-of-way. INDOT personnel will remove campaign signs and other illegal signs from rights-of-way as they are encountered in normal highway maintenance activities. However, crews might remove a specific sign if it presents an immediate safety risk, such as being too close to the roadway or creating a sight obstruction. Campaign signs placed off the rightof-way will not be removed. Carmel Symphony Orchestra League to host luncheon – The Carmel Symphony Orchestra League presents the “Hats Off to the Carmel Symphony” luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 24 at the Ritz Charles on 12156 N. Meridian St. Karen Alford will be the program speaker, vocalist Blair Clark & Co. will perform and there will be a raffle. Cost is $40 per person and all proceeds support the orchestra. Call 848-1552 for more information.

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Around town Fishers High School claims two ’11-’12 Lilly Scholars COMMUNITY

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Fishers High School seniors Bobby Herron and Kayla Snyder were announced recently as the winners of the 2011-2012 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships. The award, a four-year, full-tuition scholarship to any accredited public or private college or university in Indiana, is offered to two students a year from each county in Indiana. According to Jim Roederer, a member of the Legacy Fund Selection Committee which oversees the awards in Hamilton County, this year marks the first time in Hamilton County that both Lilly Scholars have come from the same high Snyder school. “Both he and Kayla were two engaging, personable and humble individuals,” Roederer said. Herron, who plans to attend Taylor University for business finance, was surprised at the Fishers Do-It Center, where he works, with an award presentation while his family looked on. He is the second Fishers Do-It Center employee in as many years to receive a Lilly Scholarship – Chelsea Russell was selected as the 2010-2011 winner. She attends Purdue University. “I just can’t express how thankful I am, and what a great opportunity this is going to be,” Herron said. Lind Miller, floor manager at the Do-It Center, described Herron as one of the most “dedicated, heartfelt persons I’ve ever met.” “We’re pretty proud of both of them,” Miller said. Snyder plans to attend Indiana University for recreational therapy. Through the whole process, she said she tried not to think about winning.

Robert Herron, Bobby Herron and Jim Roederer “I was obviously hoping I would win, but I always told myself I wasn’t going to because there were so many great candidates,” Snyder said. “I knew Bobby because we’d been on mission trips together. “I’m not normally a super emotional person, but when I found out (I’d won), I started crying,” she said. “It was amazing, and my mom was there. My mom has been so incredibly supportive of everything I do. I was just so happy she could be there.” Herron is the son of Robert and Michelle Herron. Snyder is the daughter of Tammy Snyder.

DECA Financial Services to expand, add 140 jobs By Jordan Fischer • jordan@youarecurrent.com DECA Financial Services announced recently it will be expanding its Fishers headquarters, adding more than 140 jobs and investing $2.4 million into a new building. The proposed expansion will retain 58 employees and create a minimum of 140 new positions by the end of 2015, with a new payroll totaling $5.3 million. “We are excited to have DECA Financial Services, LLC in Fishers,” said Fishers Town Council Vice President Mike Colby in a press release. “As Fishers continues to develop, new opportunities for jobs are important, and we are thankful DECA is helping add jobs to our community.”

Founded in 2010, the account receivables management firm is located at 10500 Kincaid Dr. As part of its expansion, DECA plans to purchase a vacant 50,000-square-foot building at 12175 Visionary Way. The building, located at Northeast Commerce Park, formerly housed a call center. As part of its Fishers Advantage economic development initiatives, the Town of Fishers has granted DECA a three-year property tax abatement at the site of its planned expansion. For more information, visit www. decafinancialservices.com or www.thefishersadvantage.com.

Janus Developmental Services’ monthly luncheon held next Tuesday – The Janus Developmental Services monthly luncheon will be held next Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. at the nonprofit’s office, 1555 Westfield Rd., Noblesville. Luncheons include a tour of the agency. For more information, contact Joanne McDonough at 773-8781 or jmcdonough@janus-inc.org. HSE’s Harris named Gatorade Indiana Boys Basketball Player of the Year – Hamilton Southeastern High School senior Gary Harris was announced recently as the 2011-2012 Gatorade Indiana Boys Basketball Player of the Year. Harris is the first Indiana Boys Basketball Player of the Year to be selected from HSE High School. Harris joins Stephanie Mavunga, of Brownsburg, who was selected as the 2011-2012 Gatorade Indiana Girls Basketball Player of the Year.

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Independence Day Commentary Susan Bryant

Recently, my two children were allowed to ride their bikes (without me) to a local coffee shop to buy themselves a couple of doughnuts on a Sunday morning. No big deal, right? Wrong. The invasion of Normandy required less advance planning. Helmets securely fastened? Check. Mental map of the intended path with areas of potential hazard discussed? Check. Strict instructions to stay together? Check. Cell phone to call me when they arrived safely? Check. Me waiting anxiously for the phone to ring? Check. The trip was a success and the kids were thrilled to have had this small freedom and sense of independence. I was happy to give it to them. I remember loving this feeling as a kid. These breaks from parental supervision weren’t just fun, but important. Right or wrong, my parents allowed a much wider circle of freedom for me. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to give my own kids such a long tether – partly because what was typical parenting back then would almost be considered negligent now. My peers and I were often left to our own devices where it was assumed we would appear at the end of the day relatively unscathed. And yet, danger does lurk and children are vulnerable. So we worry – as parents have always

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What’s next: The speed limit will be returned to 40 mph when construction is complete.

Action: Request to rezone property located at 13580 E. 116th St. What it means: Dr. Brent Moore is seeking approval of a rezone to allow for the development of a dental office. The proposal would allow C-1 uses.

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Action: Amendment to the Briarwood at Fishers PUD What it means: Ryland Homes is seeking approval of an amendment which would allow construction of its Ryland Collection homes on approximately 30 acres on the northeast corner of 101st Street and Cyntheanne Road.

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Against all odds A mother’s love and an inner drive defined Chad Riggins’ life

“People were thanking me for the privilege of playing with my special needs son [sic],” Riggins said. “For a mother, what could be more awesome?”

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By Jordan Fischer • jordan@youarecurrent.com A men’s league hockey trophy sits at Pam Riggins’ home. There’s no plaque signifying it yet, but the trophy has been renamed the Chad Riggins Cup after her son, who died Jan. 22. Though Chad, 37, was developmentally disabled, he also was, by all accounts, very special to everyone around him. He was well-known at the Marsh Supermarket on 96th Street in Fishers, where he worked as a bagger for 19 years, and at the Forum at Fishers ice skating rink, where he played hockey on the Canadiens men’s adult team. Chad was able to enjoy a level of independence no one would have expected of him as a child, according to Riggins, who credits the Fishers community with much of his ability to do so. He lived with his father, David, who suffered from health problems which prevented him from working. Together, Riggins said, they were able to be independent by relying on each other. “I looked at it from a mother’s eyes,” she said. “I could let go with him because I knew there were always angels looking out for him in the community. What I didn’t realize until he died was how much he impacted them (people in community).” When news of his death reached his friends and teammates, Riggins said the phone calls and letters started pouring in.

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At 3 years old, Chad was taken to Riley Hospital for Children. His hearing and vision were impaired, he had no muscle tone and once in school, he would have extreme difficulty with traditional education models. What Chad and his mother never got, however, was a diagnosis. “The best advice I was ever given was here at Riley,” Riggins remembered. “They (doctors) said, ‘We don’t have any answers for you. Take him home and raise him.’” So, Riggins said, she did. And as Chad grew up, he defied all expectations. “They (doctors) didn’t know when he’d walk, or if he’d walk,” Riggins said. “When he’d talk, or if he’d talk. They said he’d probably never read because he couldn’t do phonics. But he proved them all wrong.” More than just learn to walk, Chad learned to ice skate – eventually playing on the Canadiens adult hockey team at the Forum, and winning a silver medal for speed skating in the 1988 international Special Olympics. He didn’t just learn to talk, either. He maintained a successful career for 19 years as a bagger at Marsh; a bagger whose customers knew him by name, and made a point of checking out groceries in his lane. He learned to read, too, though in his own way. “At one point I said, ‘I don’t want to see any more of these primers. He likes to read the newspaper. He’s interested in sports,’” remembered Riggins. “And that’s how he learned to read.” In school, Chad was “mainstreamed,” an educational philosophy which promotes including special needs students in general classrooms as often as possible. Still, Riggins said Chad’s true mainstreaming came from him. “He had that inner drive himself to be normal,” she said. “And you couldn’t keep him away from hockey. He loved hockey.”

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“Mainstreaming then wasn’t what it is today,” Riggins said. “It seemed to be mainstreaming all of the special needs students [sic] together. But I have nothing negative to say about it. I kind of feel like it was a fortunate point because it was all brand new. We were all feeling our way.” For parents with developmentally disabled children, Riggins said her best advice is to be as involved in their children’s lives and education as possible. “I was always very much an advocate for (Chad),” Riggins said. “We had the (individual education plans), which the parents were always active in writing. I was on the parent advisory board for special education. I would advise all parents to be involved in some way. “I think there’s a bigger squeeze today because more moms have to work,” she said. “When Chad was young, I was able to be at home. And you need that. You have to be involved. You have to know the teachers and what they’re working on. And then, think outside the box.” Riggins also said that, though it Current in Fishers

Chad's nephews, Corin and Kaden Riggins might be counterintuitive, children like Chad need to be allowed independence just like every other child. “Parents need to let go in the respect that you can’t coddle them (children),” she said. “I see that a lot. Parents need to let kids go to have their own experiences.” Riggins recalled a time when she was hesitant to allow Chad to attend a class field trip to the ice skating rink. When she eventually changed her mind, it began a lifetime love of hockey, she said. “That’s when I learned you’ve got to let them try everything,” she said. Along with his mother, Chad is survived by his father David, brother Brad and sister Tammy. As to what the future holds for Riggins, she said she’s not sure, though she’d like to do something to pay back the community for all she said it gave to her son. “Chad had that will and desire to fit into the real world,” Riggins said. “And the really cool thing is: He did it.”

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Hamilton County parks and trails It is our position Hamilton County should be congratulated on being the healthiest county in Indiana. The annual County Health Rankings, released by the University of Wisconsin, takes into account the number of low weight births and the rate of people who die before age 75, has deemed Hamilton County the healthiest, with Boone County coming in second. We find it encouraging that Hamilton County residents take the time to ensure they are healthy. We would like to challenge residents in Hamilton County to come in first next year. We are privileged to live in an area rich with parks and trails designed to accommodate all sorts of outdoor activities. As the weather continues to warm up, we should try to take full advantage of these resources. We understand everyone has a busy schedule and it can be difficult to get out as much as we’d like and get some exercise. However, with a little preplanning and motivation, we can all get out and be active. We’ve already paid for all these parks and trails … we might as well take full advantage of them.

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Worldwide misspeak Commentary by Terry Anker

In a world of instant messaging and the land of ubiquitous social media, an off-handed remark can be broadcast to thousands – perhaps millions – of people. Urged by the goal of expanding those who know and understand the importance of routine philanthropy in their lives, our community foundation, The Legacy Fund, has started a program to make full use of the array of these modern communication tools including Facebook, Twitter, blogs and LinkedIn. Mostly, Legacy Fund posts photos of local events and heroes along with the occasional notice of some piece designed to inspire giving. Yet, when reposting a story from The Wall Street Journal which innocuously enough supported corporate philanthropy, a far-away reader jumped into the fray with a stinging assessment of the purported generosity of the business leaders who give. Now, it seems one can, at the push of an all-too-easy button on the handy cell phone, post each fragment of thought. If a basic tenant of public discourse is to

“know one’s audience,” then the open nature of the Web is antithetical to this objective. Once posted, information is impossible to control and contain, yet entirely easy to contort. Recently, filmmaker Spike Lee tweeted online to millions the address of the shooter of the young boy in Florida. Unfortunately, Mr. Lee had an address for the wrong people. Thereafter, these folks have been receiving death threats and are in hiding for fear of their family’s safety. Should Mr. Lee be held to account for inciting vigilantism? Or, was his incident a simple misspeak amplified by the megaphone provided by social media? Regardless, it is clear these, like any powerful tools, are inherently dangerous and must be treated with special care. Likewise, their irresponsible use can carry great consequence to both user and bystander.

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

These statistics knocked us off our perch: One in four girls and one in six boys are sexually abused before they turn 18. If that doesn’t upset you, consider more than 90 percent of sexuallyabused kids actually know their abuser. This madness has to cease. We’re in the middle of Child Abuse Prevention Month, and Chaucie’s Place, the advocacy center of which Current is a sponsor, is conducting a key program on April 23 at the Fishers Library; it should prove well worth the time of any interested parents, teachers, coaches and/or volunteers. The program, Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children, is a comprehensive sexual abuse prevention-training program that educates adults how to avert, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The program includes a three-part DVD presentation, an interactive workbook and a facilitator-led discussion. The cost is $15 per person for the session running from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Chaucie’s Place tells us attendees will gain increased awareness of the prevalence, consequences and circumstances of child sexual abuse; new skills for adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse; positive change to organizational policies and procedures; and individual commitment to action through a personal prevention plan. For more information, please contact Chaucie’s Place at 759-8008. Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

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www.theblindmanindy.com Call Steve at 317-509-5486

Classifieds

VISA, MasterCard accepted Reach 104,000 homes weekly

Philanthropy

FOR LEASE

Gowns for Less

NOW HIRING

Glenbrook Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep in Fort Wayne, is one of Northeast Indiana’s largest volume dealerships and continues to grow. Our service department needs qualified technicians.

DESIGN / Artist studio space for rent

at 421 South Rangeline Road. aprox. 225 square feet $400 per month includes conference room / gallery area, etc... 317-679-2565.

Gowns for the Greatest Good

NOW HIRING

AUTO TECHNICIANS

SPACE FOR LEASE

Downtown Noblesville office space for lease, 850 sq ft above dental office, 317-877-3489.

Donations of gowns — tax deductible Gowns — greatly discounted Proceeds donated to local charities Gowns from $100 (317)796-9432 BridesRevisted.org Gayla@BridesRevisted.org

489.4444 ext. 202

We offer great benefits including: • Extremely competitive pay • 401 K retirement plan • Health insurance

• Paid vacations • Bonus Plan • Moving expenses to relocate

If you’re one of the best certified techs in your community and are looking for better pay and benefits, make the move to Glenbrook!

NOW HIRING

home delivery “HOLY COW” OBERWEIS PROMOTIONS

services

MAN AND WOMAN TEAM CLEAN IT/FIX IT

In-Home Tutoring

$60.00 per Hour 2 Hr. Minimum Call 765-432-0195

T.Arnett Lawn Care

Locally owned/operated over 37 YRS * SPRING CLEAN UP * MULCH * MOWING * FERTILIZING * TEAR OUT/REPLACE * FREE ESTIMATES CALL 317-491-3491

Happy Pets In-Home Pet Care

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

Guitar Lessons

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

Nails by Hilliary 317-730-2544

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

Pet & House Sitting Service Years Experience Experience 139Years

317-802-6565 317-432-1627

“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield pawptrl@aol.com References Available

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Master’s Degree Instructors SAT/ACT Test Prep, Math, English, Study skills, and all subjects Corporate Training & Education Programs Available Call 317 776 7615

FREE Porch Box 99 Cent Delivery – 1 Year FREE Ice Cream Bag NO CONTRACT / NO MINIMUM “Old Fashioned Milk Delivery In Glass Bottles” Other dairy and food items available ENTER THESE CODES ON WEBSITE PROMO COD: 502 SALES ID: 2634 www.oberweis.com or 765-860-7373 Rhonda.summers@oberweis.com

CHILD CARE

Guitar Lessons With Baker Scott

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

910-6990

CHILD CARE

Full-Time Infant and Toddler Openings; 844-7207 Woodgate Area, Carmel CPR certified; 1st Aid; 32 Years Experienced; Warm and Balanced Meals; Planned activities, TLC

Business Opportunity .com

Professional Tutoring Help your student get ahead And stay ahead! All Subjects, One-on-One Tutoring SAT & ACT Prep/Classes T&E Tutoring 317-776-8887 www.tandetutoring.com

SPRING LAWN AERATION

AMAZING $49 Home Business!

Anyone can do this… Most Need This. Local Resident wants YOU to Prosper And to become “Rich, Skinny & Healthy” Your Online Training to Wealth www.kirk22.com or 317-557-3524 Hamilton County Wide Open

For a greener, healthier lawn this summer, aerate this Spring: 317-523-4309 www.yaerate.com Lawn mowing service available

Auction

CASH FOR CARS

Every Thursday Night 6pm Auction Zip #26565 14000 St. Rd. 32E, Noblesville, IN 765.606.6001 Always accepting clean consignments.

Skip’s Auctions Gallery

SportClips is Now Hiring for A NEW Store opening in Carmel at 126th & Meridian. We are hiring for all positions including Managers and Stylists. We offer great pay, commission and benefits. Love what you do, love where you work. Interested applicants should call Shea at 317-223-1210 or apply online at www.sportclips.com Carmel construction company is seeking a part-time accounting clerk to perform A/P, A/R and payroll duties. Requires attention to detail, strong organization and communication skills, proficiency in MS Office, and 2 years related exp. Hourly wage based upon exp. Please forward resume, cover letter and wage requirement to jfrancescon@valentiheld.com. Drugfree Workplace/EOE

CAREGIVERS NEEDED!

You can make a real difference IN- HOME SENIOR We need dependable, caring, mature People ready to work. Assist elderly w/ personal care, meal prep, housekeeping, transportation. Full days, overnights & weekends. Must have phone, valid drivers license, reliable car & car insurance Call (317) 774-1750: Call only between 8a to 4:30p Home Instead Senior Care

TENNESSEE MOUNTAIN PROPERTY. Fantastic views.

Minutes from DALE HOLLOW LAKE, Big South Fork National Park, and East Fork Stables. OWNER FINANCING avail. 2 to 7 acres Starting at $6,900. Call 1-888-809-9962 for info.

Front Desk Servers Housekeeping Apply in Person! 11925 N. Meridian Street Carmel, 46032

Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville

Hiring immediately for Office Manager. Accepting applications for summer part-time staff and camp counselors. Apply in person or send applications/ resumes to 1448 Conner St.

Current in Fishers

2 Col. x 3.5” Classified Currents Publication

Community Liaison

Fairmont Rehabilitation Center, Kokomo’s only Eden Alternative certified long-‐term care center, has a terrific career opportunity for you! We are seeking an energetic marketer experienced in healthcare to continue to develop relationships with hospitals and other referral sources in Kokomo and the surrounding areas. An outgoing personality and the ability to obtain Medicare and skilled nursing resident admissions for our outstanding center are a must. LTC experience and/or a nursing license are pluses. EOE. Please submit your resume to:

NOW HIRING

Real Esate

Send/email resume and qualifications to: Dan Bailey, Service Director, Glenbrook Dodge Chrysler Jeep 100 W. Coliseum Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805 dbailey 239@yahoo.com

Mary Helen Weldy

MHWeldy@Sage-‐Health.com

Phone: 812-‐422-‐7774 Fax: 812-‐422-‐4683 NOW HIRING

Well established and growing Home Health Agency has immediate openings for Home Health Aids, LPN’s, RN’s and Office assistant /scheduler Call 866-906-7444 IS/HHA EOE

Plum Creek Golf Club Carmel

Seasonal Positions Available: Pro Shop Outside Service Part Time Course Maintenance Snack Bar & Beverage Cart Email Resumes & Inquires to: johnnypga59@aol.com

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Don’t let the daily struggle with joint pain keep you from the daily joys of life.

Indiana University Health Saxony Hospital offers expert orthopedic care from a nationally ranked program. From knee pain to complex shoulder injuries, you’ll receive comprehensive orthopedic care at IU Health Saxony Hospital. Our highly skilled orthopedic surgeons provide unmatched expertise backed by national rankings. In addition to joint replacement, our physicians specialize in hand, foot, ankle, shoulder and sports medicine to meet your orthopedic needs. Get back to your active life with help that’s close by. 2011 U.S.News & World Report rankings

FIND A DOCTOR Call 317.678.DOCS (3627) or visit iuhealth.org/saxonyortho

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