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Fishers residents start Political Action Committee Fiscal Conservatives of Hamilton County By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com A group of politically minded Fishers residents have joined to form a new political action committee, Fiscal Conservatives of Hamilton County. The group will work to elect canpolitics didates in Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville and the rest of Hamilton County who they view as fiscally conservative. The initial efforts will focus on the 2019 municipal elections but the group will provide endorsements in the 2018 election cycle. David Giffel, a Fishers resiSmythe dent who has expressed concerns about tax increment financing, will serve as CEO of the PAC. Bill Brown, a 2014 candidate for city council, will be treasurer. Other members include former town councilor Mike Colby, former president of the Fishers GOP Club Gregg
Lydia Check with her family. From left, David Check, Paula Check, Lydia Check, Carrie Devine-Ransom and Angie Worden. (Photo by Amy Pauszek) Founded Jan. 25, 2011, at Fishers, IN Vol. VI, No. 26 Copyright 2013. Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved. 30 South Range Line Road Carmel, IN 46032 317.489.4444 info@youarecurrent.com The views of the columnists in Current in Fishers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.
Puls and Bill Smythe, a local businessman who ran for county commissioner in 2016. Smythe said the group initially began to talk during Fred Glynn’s successful campaign for Hamilton County Council. Smythe said he supported Glynn because he’s a fiscal conservative, but started to think he and others could organize outside the party establishment. Smythe was inspired to run for office but lost to incumbent Mark Heirbrandt. “What we learned from that experience is that the incumbents are well-funded and primary challengers have a difficult time raising money,” Smythe said. Smythe said the PAC is meant to give donors a vehicle to support fiscally conservative candidates and help them win elections. “The genesis of this group is to publicly announce we are looking for candidates that might be considering running for local offices,” Smythe said. “Frankly, we don’t know what to expect. We might get overwhelmed or perhaps
no one will seek our counsel, but we do know what it takes to run a campaign and wish to help anyone that generally aligns with us.” Smythe said he knows Hamilton County is predominately Republican but, from his perspective, not all are fiscally conservative. “Do we think there are not fiscal conservatives in this county? There are plenty,” he said. “Then there are plenty that are hardly fiscally conservative but continue to get re-elected time and again.” Smythe said he understands change doesn’t happen quickly. “Political movements work best when done incrementally,” he said. “Believe it or not, some of us still do love our community and wish to contribute to it in a positive way. We only wish to do what we can with what we have to work with.” For more, contact Smythe at BillSmytheforcommissioner@gmail.com.
County businesses, service clubs invited to adopt a food pantry summer. If large businesses are not able to participate company-wide, individual departments are invited to participate instead. The SWCD can help In an effort to help lessen local food insecurity, pair businesses and clubs with a local food pantry, the Hamilton County Soil which will then receive the produce donations. Philanthropy and Water Conservation “Many businesses and service clubs have District is asking all busicanned food drives during the holiday season for nesses and service clubs in Hamilton County to food pantries,” Cara Culp, participate in the SWCD Outreach Specialnew Adopt a Food ist, stated in a news Pantry program release. “This program this summer. Food takes that same concept pantries throughout of giving to those in the county distribneed and moves it to the ute healthy fresh summer months using produce to families fresh produce instead of in need, and more nonperishables.” donations are alTwo organizations ways desired and have committed to help used. Businesses Food pantries will distribute fresh produce to familaunch the Adopt a Food and service clubs lies this summer. (Stock image) Pantry program. The Sheridan are asked to desRotary Club will donate proignate one or more duce once a month this summer and will deliver it days this summer to hold produce food drives in to Mama’s Cupboard and the Sheridan Community which employees and club members donate exSchool Food Pantry. BLASTmedia in Fishers will cess vegetables and fruits that they have grown also have produce drives once a month this sumand/or have been bought from a farmers market mer and will deliver the donations to Come To Me or grocery store. Produce food drives can be held Food Pantry, also in Fishers. weekly, monthly or even once or twice during the editorial@youarecurrent.com
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Dispatches Mayors support Mounds Greenway – Mayor Dennis Tyler of Muncie, Mayor Andy Cook of Westfield, Mayor Jim Brainard of Carmel and Mayor John Ditslear of Noblesville have declared their formal support for the Mounds Greenway, a sustainable plan for conservation, recreation and economic opportunity along the West Fork White River between Muncie and Indianapolis. For more information about the Mounds Greenway plan visit hecweb. org/issues/open-spaces/hecreleases-mounds-greenwayplan/. Habitat reunion – Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County will hold its first-ever Partner Family Reunion from 1 to 5 p.m. July 16. The event will celebrate more than 70 families that have partnered with the affiliate since 1990 to help make home ownership a reality. Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd., will host the event.
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Korean War vets to lead parade By Desiree Williams news@currentinfishers.com Korean War veterans from across Indiana will gather to lead the military 2017 CarmelFest parade as a Grand Marshal unit. Veterans will ride in a classic car with postersized versions of their military photo carried by a family Butler member, friend or volunteer. “With the Korean (War) veterans and any of the military personnel we have in the parade, it’s something for them to finally get the recognition that they may not have received when they returned home,” said Bec Hunter, co-director of the parade. Cpl. Melvin Butler, who grew up in Lawrence but now lives in Fishers, will be part of the grand marshal unit this year. Butler joined the army at age 18 in 1949. He returned to Indiana in August of
1951. He worked for RCA for 10 years and then spent 30 years working in avionics for the U.S. Navy. Butler said the Korean War soldiers are often forgotten, so he is looking forward to the parade and celebration. “I think it’s a really nice thing that they have this for us,” he said. “And it’s not just for us, but it’s for all soldiers. It’s for those that never made it back. That’s who the real heroes are.” Before the parade, the grand Marshal unit will enjoy a private breakfast hosted at Centier Bank on Carmel Drive with food provided by CarmelFest. The veterans will have time to socialize. “It is a perfect location to make the veterans feel comfortable while waiting to proceed to line up, and they won't need to go very far or sit in the sun too long while waiting for the 10:30 a.m. parade start time,” Hunter said. Hunter also organizes the grand finale parade entry that features more than 200 active duty soldiers and veterans from all branches of the military.
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Graduate profile: Abigail Schwarz By Desiree Williams Abigail Schwarz, 26, graduated from Hamilton Southeastern High School in 2009. She graduated from the education University of Indianapolis May 6 with a doctorate in clinical psychology with a concentration in child and adolescent psychology. Q: What was your favorite subject in high school? A: I had some really great teachers throughout Schwarz my English courses. I took ACP Composition, in particular. I had Mrs. Simmons and she was a lot of fun. Writing is not necessarily always fun in terms of a subject, but she made it fun. Q: Do you remember your most influential high school class or teacher? A: It was probably my AP Psychology class, honestly. I took that and that really kind of piqued my interest in the realm of psychology. It put me on the path that I’m on right now.
Q: What do you miss about high school? A: Honestly, I really miss the music department. I miss being part of it and just having that camaraderie. Being able to be part of that environment and also create music together was a lot of fun. Q: Why did you stay at the University of Indianapolis for graduate school? A: I really like the department. I majored in psychology in undergrad and kind of figured out through that process that I wanted to keep going. I knew they had a graduate program and ultimately I enjoyed the faculty there, liked what I had learned in undergrad and wanted to stick with it. Q: What drew you to psychology? A: Part of it was my own positive experience with therapy and realizing that even though it’s a thing that is often stigmatized, it can be really positive for people and I wanted to be able to give that back to others. On top of that, it’s just really interesting to learn about people and try to understand a little bit better why they do what they do. Q: What would be your dream job?
A: I’m actually really excited because after I finish my internship in San Antonio at the end of June, I will be moving back to (Indiana) on the south side. I’ll be joining a private practice down there with a number of other psychologists. For me, that’s actually what I really wanted for a long time. Q: Can you tell me more about your internship in Texas? A: For six months, I worked at a psychiatric hospital with kiddos and adolescents on a residential unit, so, some kids that have some really really severe mental illness. A lot of them have a lot of trauma history like abuse, neglect and things like that. Currently, I’m working in more of an outpatient facility. Q: Do you have any advice for people going into high school or college? A: I think the biggest thing is follow your passion. Don’t go into something just because you think your parents want you to or just for the money. Do something that you know that you are going to love. Even if it takes a few tries to get there, maybe you don’t figure it out until later down the road, that’s OK.
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By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Lydia Check of Fishers is a normal 7-year-old girl. She attends Fall Creek Elementary and likes to sing and dance. She carries a jump rope wherever she goes. Her favorite classes are art cover story and gym. The only difference between Lydia and other 7-year-olds is she has a rare genetic disorder called nephronophthisis, which turns her kidneys into scar tissue. One kidney requires a transplant, and the Check family is raising money through the Children’s Organ Transplant Association to defray costs. “She has a genetic disorder that she inherited from us that we are carriers for, but we both didn’t have (the disease),” Lydia’s mom, Paula, said. “Both kidneys are turning to scar tissue, so we need a new one (for her).” Paula said with medical expenses, medication, surgery and doctor visits, costs are exhorbitant. The Check family is raising money through fundraisers and seeking a kidney donor, which has not yet been found. Lydia began to experience symptoms in August 2014 with an autoimmune disorder. In January 2015 she began treatment for ulcerative colitis. The UC then went into remission, but Lydia’s blood panels were still being monitored. Then, in August 2015, doctors realized something wasn’t right with her kidneys. Genetic testing discovered her disorder. Lydia’s father, David, said genetic disorders account for only 1 to 2 percent of all kidney diseases. The fact that he and Paula were carriers for nephronophthisis is extremely rare. Although Lydia was diagnosed almost two years ago, she wasn’t eligible for a kidney donation until just a few months ago. She has a genetic disorder, the same disease shouldn’t affect the new kidney.
“We are actually happy it’s genetic because the same thing shouldn’t be happening in the new kidney,” David said. The surgery itself will cost $300,000, and then there is the hospital stay, anti-rejection medication and follow-up visits. Paula began a funding program with COTA to help the family with expenses. “COTA is a lifetime organization that works with us for her,” she said. “No matter how much we raise, it works for us through the rest of our lives for medical expenses.” Paula reached out to family friend Carrie DevineRansom to handle all public relations regarding the family and fundraising events. A fundraiser was already hosted by Goldfish Swim School, where the school donated money from every open swim. Upcoming fundraisers can be found at the Team Lydia Check Facebook page. Despite the seriousness of Lydia’s disorder, her parents say it’s hard for someone to tell she is sick. “She would get tired and dehydrated really easy because her kidneys are working overtime,” Paula said. Although Lydia drinks plenty of water throughout the day, she requires a GI tube for hydration and medication while she sleeps. Medication keeps her healthy, and David said other than doctor’s appointments, Lydia doesn’t miss much school. “I’m kind of excited and kind of nervous,” Lydia said about her transplant. “The new kidney goes in the front (of her body).” Lydia said if she could say anything to the person who will donate her an organ, it would be “thank you for giving me a kidney.” To donate, visit cotaforteamlydiac.com. To keep up with future events, visit the Team Lydia Check Facebook page.
(Top) Lydia Check attends Riley Hospital for Children for her kidney disease. (Submitted photo) (Bottom) Lydia Check creates a sign thanking those who donate to her kidney fund. (Photo by Amy Pauszek)
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Happy birthday, USA Commentary by Terry Anker For 241 years old, you look terrific. Sure, you are not as young as you used to be. The knees may creak a bit and you may not be quite as far ahead in the race as you once were. But in many ways, you are at the top of your game. Your economic might is renown. You’ve worked hard to educate and provide for your family – and helped with the lives of scores of others not able to do it themselves. Maybe you’d do a few things differently if you had it to do all over again, but mostly it is turning out OK. Still, times are changing. And despite occasional resistance, you are changing with them. Life milestones cause us to pause and take stock. We think about our decisions. We think about where we sit in relation to our hopes, dreams and, honestly, to our high school nemesis! Are we falling behind, keeping up, or surging ahead? Yet mostly, the anniversaries push us to consider the future – to adjust and course-correct. Anyone who has taken a trip or two around the sun will tell you that regret accomplishes little unless it guides us to pursue a new and better tact. Although most agree that our own nation is no longer adolescent, it is impossible to know where we might be along the way. Young family? Middle-age? Twilight? Even as pundits debate whether the nation is on or off track, we might ask ourselves the same questions. Are we at peace with our past? Do we have a plan to advance? Time only moves in one direction – forward. Happy Birthday, USA. We hope it is a good one. Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.
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Oh, say can you see Commentary by Amy Sorrells At 29, Mary Young Pickersgill couldn’t have imagined the impact of the stitches she pulled through the stiff canvas fabric. She hadn’t been a widow long views when she was commissioned with the overwhelming order from the United States armed forces, so she recruited help from her daughter, two nieces and two free women of color. Together, feverishly and late into the evenings, their eyes must have burned with the strain of working by candlelight. Pickersgill couldn’t have known the 50-pound, 30-foot by 42-foot, 15-starred and 15-striped garrison flag would take nine men to raise over Fort McHenry in Baltimore, and that it would be the same flag Francis Scott Key saw flying the morning he wrote our national anthem. She could not have known that flag would become the same flag waved by generations of little girls in sundresses, boys in baseball uniforms, troops in uniform and old men in seersucker pants all along the curbsides of American towns every July 4, or that it would be raised high at
Iwo Jima or above dusty hunks of jet fuelseared concrete in New York City, or over a baseball field of congressmen in Virginia a couple of weeks ago. The British aren’t threatening Fort McHenry, which is what prompted Major George Armistead to ask Mary Pickersgill to make the biggest flag she could in 1812. And yet we are living in the midst of ominous, irresponsible rhetoric threatening our way of life. In a letter to his wife Abigail on July 3, 1776, John Adams said of Independence Day, “I am well aware of the Toil and Blood and Treasure, that it will cost Us to maintain this Declaration and support and defend these States…Yet through all the Gloom I can see the Rays of ravishing Light and Glory. I can see that the End is more than worth all the Means…” As we look to the flag this year, may each of us realize anew how every stitch we sew makes a difference. Amy K. Sorrells is a local author, based in Zionsville. She can be contacted via her website at amyksorrells.com/ contact/.
Well, friends, it’s official. My transformation to Dance Mom, capital D, capital M, is finally complete. I am currently humor crying alone in a Midwest hotel room over my daughter’s jazz solo score. As I sit on the floor in between the beds, I am actually cursing the judges and blaspheming sweet baby Jesus because my precious little angel didn’t receive higher marks. I mean, seriously. I’m not the 13-year-old here. What is wrong with me? I’ll tell you what’s wrong. I’ve gotten sucked into this racket, hook, line and sinker. I’ve somehow come to accept the opinions of three strangers as truth, as the only legitimate evaluation of my child’s abilities. I’ve forgotten that this is but one day, one stage, one dance among probably hundreds of performances these judges will see. And more importantly, I’ve forgotten that instead of breaking out my mama bear claws and plotting revenge, I should be focusing on why I allow my daughter to compete in the first place – for fun! Although I’ve been able to explain the difference between contemporary jazz and lyrical jazz for some time now (contemporary is sad and/or angry while lyrical is happy and joyful. Duh!), and I do admit to buying hairnets and false eyelashes in bulk, I’ve always labeled myself a “dance mom,” lower case with quotations. I mocked those silly mothers who clearly are living vicariously through their children and plastic adjudication trophies, who become so wrapped up in the dance world that they forget this is about the kids, not them. Hypocrisy noted. And though I vow to stave off all future hotel hysterics, I fear my journey to the Dark Side is complete. I’m a Dance Mom. Peace out.
Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.
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nesting area for a year’s supply of Bush’s Baked Beans. My wife said we’d never use the pool table. Geesh, what a pessimist! Somewhere under boxes of paperback books and musty blankets is a futon. The cat sees the unit as a condo — two beds and a bath, if you know what I mean. In 2000, I decided to learn to play the piano, so I set up an electronic gizmo called a clavinova downstairs. It can be programmed to mimic 30 different instruments, create background rhythms and magically produce chords. I only had to sit there and make each next payment. We built a bar in the corner so guests could grab a cold one without climbing the stairs. But we never put in a fridge, as we planned. Behind the bar is our new sump pump. We’ll install it any year now. I just told Mary Ellen it was time we invited some friends over to play pool. But first, I have a whole lot of beans to eat.
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BUSINESS LOCAL Dispatches Westfield Chamber of Commerce receives award – The Westfield Chamber of Commerce received the Indiana Chamber Executive Association 2017 Innovative New Ideas Award for its two new initiatives, Chamber Innovation and Coffee with the Chamber. Chamber Innovation connects the chamber, Westfield schools and Purdue Polytechnic to open communication between schools, businesses and higher education. Coffee with the Chamber is a monthly morning program featuring assorted speakers and networking events. For more, visit westfield-chamber.org. Spa 32 to present check to Families First — Spa 32 in Westfield will present a check to Families First at 1 p.m. July 10 at 17409 Wheeler Rd., Suite 106. For more, visit spathirty2.com. Leadership luncheon — The sixth annual All-County Leadership Luncheon, hosted by the four chambers of commerce in Hamilton County, will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 12 at the FORUM Conference Center, 11313 USA Pkwy., Fishers. Cost is $25 for OneZone members and $35 for nonmembers. Reservations are required by noon July 10 and may be made at OneZoneCommerce.com or by calling 317-436-4653.
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Salon owner gives tips for small business success By Jessica Hoover • news@currentinfishers.com A Fishers hair salon was recently recognized as one of the cover story best salons in Indianapolis. Suite Escape Beauty Retreat has been recognized before, and Kylee Bond, founder and owner, said her salon has thrived despite being a small business. Suite Escape Beauty Retreat is not only a hair salon but also a spa. Clients can get anything from facials to eyelash extensions. Under that same roof, Bond’s second business, Suite Little Muse, sells women’s apparel, accessories and some home goods. According to Bond, she puts great emphasis on creating a satisfying experience. “They come in and they want great hair and great service, but it’s how you make them feel when they’re in your chair,” Bond said. “It makes a difference.” Although Bond has had success with her businesses, she said that it wasn’t always that way. She started out as an apprentice in a salon doing laundry, sweeping floors and working under stylists to learn from
Kylee Bond cuts Jennifer McDonald’s hair at Suite Escape Beauty Retreat. (Submitted photo)
them. She started her first business with a partner in April of 2014 but eventually ventured out on her own rebranded into Suite Escape in February 2016. The boutique was opened soon after that in September of 2016. Bond said the key to business success is having a solid plan, being organized and surrounding yourself with positive people.
“You definitely have to have a go-withthe-flow attitude,” Bond said. “You have to have organization and structure but (also) have an open mind. You have to be open to learning and growing because every day is different. You have huge challenges that you have to get through, but it’s totally worth it.”
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a patient with both muscle and heart damage, they will focus on repairing the heart. Umbilical cord stem cells start to work within hours after infusion, secreting nutritional and immune-regulating factors, vascular repairing factors and cytokines which travel around the body, healing and supporting health. Even though this process happens very quickly, the most dramatic effects are seen over an extended time because the stem cells are multiplying. When infused intravenously, stem cells initially concentrate in the lungs, and there they multiply in the presence of oxygen. Later they are redistributed back to the body. Lung disease patients respond especially well to IV infusions of umbilical cord stem cells because they start to build up first in the lungs. The future is today. Please check StemCellsIndy.com for more information. Dmitry M. Arbuck, MD, is President and Medical Director, Indiana Polyclinic. For more visit, StemCellsIndy. com.
Dispatches Op-ed: We can and must do better for healthcare — In an op-ed distributed June 28, CEO of Ascension St. Vincent Indiana Jonathan Nalli writes: “This year, Congress has worked hard to craft solutions to real challenges being experienced in the healthcare marketplace. The fact is Nalli that in many states the individual insurance market needs to offer more health plan options at lower cost for Hoosiers. We need Congress to act now.” Visit youarecurrent.com to read Nalli’s full op-ed. Five-Star Award given — Riverview Health was recently chosen as a 2017 Five-Star Excellence Award winner by Professional Research Consultants (PRC), Inc., a health care market research company. The honor was given for scoring in the top 10 percent nationally among all PRC’s hospitals in three areas: OB/GYN services overall quality of care, outpatient surgery services overall quality of care and discharge information.
Alzheimer’s support groups — The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter offers free support groups across the state for unpaid care partners, family members and friends of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. For more, call 800-272-3900. Pints for Preemies — Do you enjoy beer and supporting babies getting breastmilk? Then don’t miss this event – Pints For Preemies from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 24 at Bier Brewery & Tap Room, 5133 E. 65th St., Indianapolis. This is a 21 and over event. All proceeds benefit The Milk Bank. For more, visit themilkbank.org/pintsforpreemies. Turkle practice expands — Turkle & Associates has expanded its practice with the addition of Dr. Matthew Strausburg. He will offer general and surgical dermatology for conditions including acne, athlete’s foot, eczema, hair loss, melasma, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer and others. To schedule an appointment, call 317-848-0001.
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The second-largest fundraiser for the Zionsville Lions Club will take place July 4 at Lions Park. Food, music and family fun begins at 5 p.m. Fireworks will go off at dusk. The Lions Club parking lot opens at 4 p.m., and parking costs $5. The rain date is July 8. Noblesville will host a celebration called “Dreams Come True Under the Red, White and Blue” July 4. The parade downtown will begin at 4:30 p.m. and start at Harrison and 16th streets. The free Fireworks Festival begins at 6 p.m. at the Noblesville High School Campus. Fireworks will begin at 10 p.m.
The City of Fishers and the Geist Lake Coalition are hosting Blast on the Bridge again this year, July 4 on the Fall Creek Road Bridge. The bridge closes to traffic at 3:30 p.m. and will open to the public at 6 p.m. Fireworks will begin at 10:15 p.m.
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Westfield residents will once again have a chance to watch fireworks and other activities on Grand Park fields July 4 during the eighth annual Westfield Rocks the 4th event. The fun starts at 4 p.m. with a car show, musical performances, a hot dog-eating contest and more. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
Symphony on the Prairie’s Star Spangled Symphony concerts run for four nights July 1-4 at Conner Prairie. Shows start at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at indianapolissymphony.org or select Kroger stores.
Noblesville Main Street will hold the 26th annual Noblesville Street Dance on the historic courthouse square from 4 to 11 p.m., July 8. Admission is free and family fun the event is open to the public. Riverview Health and the City of Noblesville will serve as the title sponsors. At 4 p.m., the dancing begins with house music. At 5 p.m., Noblesville DJ Gene Ott will start the evening on the main stage to get the crowd moving. “Main Street is proud to welcome back to the stage a previous Street Dance headliner, The Bishops. They’ll entertain with a great selection of music and have fun interacting with the crowd,” Noblesville Main Street Chief Executive Officer Chris Owens stated. A new beer garden area is planned east of 9th Street on Logan sponsored by Deer Creek Brewery and Barley Island. Wafford Theater is presenting a free showing of the movie “The Shaggy Dog” at dusk at Federal Hill Commons. Patrons are invited to bring blankets and chairs to watch the film. The Kids Zone, presented by Primrose School of Noblesville and Republic Services, will be open from 4 to 8 p.m. with games, prizes and activities for kids. The Pacers Fan Van will return with interactive displays near the Kids Zone. The Classic Car Show returns to feature vintage autos from around central Indiana. Car show awards will be given out at approximately 7:15 p.m. in three categories: People’s Choice, Mayor’s Choice and Best of Show. Food and beverages from several food vendors will be at the event, including treats prepared by local Noblesville restaurants and others. Volunteers are needed to help with the event. For information, email info@noblesvillemainstreeta.org or contact Noblesville Main Street at 317-776-0205.
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Thornbury said. That will be the case again July 9, when the series opens with the Lapel Community Band. All the concerts are held at 6:30 p.m. Sundays. Spectators are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs or blankets. Thornbury is the director of bands for Noblesville High School.
Concert Lineup July 9: Lapel Community Band July 16: Ed Zlaty and the GMO Big Band July 23: Joy Swing Big Band July 30: Directors Jazz Orchestra Aug. 6: Indianapolis Brass Choir Aug. 13: New Horizon Concert Band Aug. 20: Indianapolis Municipal Concert Band For more, visit noblesvillearts.org.
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Washington’s National Cathedral Commentary by Don Knebel The Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul is a stunning example of Gothic architecture, American-style. Its popular name, the National Cathedral, travel is a little misleading. In 1791, when Pierre L’Enfant laid out what became Washington, D.C., he reserved Lot D for “a great church for national purposes.” Because of concerns about church/state separation, nothing came of Western End of the National Cathedral (Photo by the idea, and Lot D became the location of Don Knebel) the National Portrait Museum. Nonetheless, the National House of Prayer, the National the dream of a national church persisted. Cathedral receives no ongoing government In 1893, President Benjamin Harrison signed funding. a Congressional charter authorizing the Protestant Episcopal Church Foundation to Don Knebel is a local resident establish a cathedral, the seat of the Bishop, who works for Barnes & Thornwithin the District of Columbia. On Sept. 29, burg LLP. For the full column 1907, following an address by President Thevisit donknebel.com. You may contact him at news@curodore Roosevelt, workers began construcrentzionsville.com. tion on a 57-acre site atop Mount Saint Alban, named NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING for the first British ChrisPetitioner: Gradison Land Development, Inc. Docket Nos. VAC-1706-20 tian martyr and the highThe Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing est point in the city. The on July 26, 2017 at Fishers City Hall, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, cathedral was completed 83 Indiana at 6:30 p.m. regarding Petitioner’s request of a variance of use of the Planned Unit Development Ordinance No. 121503D as Amended years to the day later, when by 101804C aka The Village at Gray Eagle PUD (the “PUD”) as follows: it was dedicated by PresiSec. 3 Area C of the PUD allows for all uses in Section 151.073 dent George H.W. Bush. Commercial District C1, also allowing for Church uses and specifically Erected primarily from disallowing adult entertainment. Petitioner requests a variance of use to allow for a martial art, fitness and self-defense school. Indiana limestone, the The subject property has a common address of 12290 Olio Road, National Cathedral is the Fishers, IN 46038. A full copy of the petitions, as well as a full legal sixth-largest cathedral in description of all above-referenced properties, is on file in the Fishers the world, featuring 234Department of Development, Planning and Zoning, located at the Fishers City Hall, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana, 46038, (317) foot twin towers at the 595-3120. Interested persons will be given the opportunity to be heard western end and a 301-foot by the Commission at the above-specified time and place, and may tower near the center. The file written suggestions or objections concerning the Petitions with the Fishers Department of Development. design, inspired by the great cathedrals of Europe, NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING incorporates flying butCase No. VA-1706-51 tresses, a magnificent rose The City of Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public window and 112 gargoyles. hearing on the 26th day of July, 2017 at the City of Fishers City Hall, One Municipal Drive, Fishers IN, at 6:30 p.m. The application submitted The cathedral’s 215 stainedby Kevin and Cheryl Dudley, the property owners, is requesting a glass windows portray reliDevelopment Standards Variance from Section 2.08 of the City of gious and historical events, Fishers Unified Development Ordinance to reduce the minimum side with a window honoring yard setbacks from ten feet (10’) to eight feet (8’), reduce the minimum aggregate side yard setback from thirty feet (30’) to eighteen feet (18’) space flight incorporating and to allow an increase of the maximum impervious surface coverage a piece of lunar rock. One from thirty-five (35) to fifty-five (55) percent. The subject property has of its limestone grotesques a common address of 10530 Geist View Drive, McCordsville, IN 46055 and is generally located on Lot 375 in the Springs of Cambridge single represents the head of family residential subdivision (a legal description is on file with the Darth Vader. City of Fishers, Department of Community Development). Interested The National Cathedral persons may file written comments or objections of the request with has held state funerals for the City of Fishers, Department of Community Development, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana, 46038-1574. Interested persons will three U.S. Presidents and is also be given an opportunity to be heard by the City of Fishers Board of the final resting place for Zoning at the above-specified public hearing. more than 220 Americans, Kevin and Cheryl Dudley including Woodrow Wilson 12325 Wheathill Pass Fishers, IN 46037 and Helen Keller. Although (317) 408-2942 Congress has designated it kdudley@orchardsoft.com
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Serving Indianapolis and Surrounding Communities since 1932
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ARMESON
LECTRIC LLC Brian Harmeson (317)414-9146
Owner/Master Electrician bharmeson@harmesonelectric.com Locally owned and operated in Hamilton County Licensed-Bonded-Insured/Residential-Commercial Carmel, Fishers, Geist, Noblesville, Westfield, Zionsville
Clean of Hearts Cleaning Service
The Bonwell Tanner Group
Collecting dust since 2005
• Residential Cleaning • Move Ins/Move Outs • Quality Service • Satisfaction Guaranteed
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240 East Carmel Drive | Carmel Office: (317) 846-5861 Cell: (317) 506-9239
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Available services include Mowing, Mulching, Landscape, Hedge Trimming, Snow Removal 765.620.5000
Will mow yards, trim shrubs, clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, gutters, paint, do odd jobs, demo small buildings, provide personal services. Fully insured. Text/call Jay 574-398-2135; shidelerjay@gmail.com
Services LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
Services
Nick’s Tree Service AVAILABLE SERVICES
• Tree Removal • Trimming • Stump Grinding • Finish Grading • Bucket Truck Work • Climbing • Lot clearing
CALL TODAY! (317) 524-9100 MOBILE SHARPENING & MAINTENANCE Specializing in lawn care, residential and commercial. Sharpening mower blades, hedge trimmer blades, chain saws, garden tools. Maintenance, oil changes, filters, grease or lube. 317-937-2803
LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING Locally owned/operated over 40 YRS * SPRING CLEAN UP * MULCH * MOWING * FERTILIZING *TEAR OUT/REPLACE * FREE ESTIMATES CALL 317-491-3491
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NOW OPEN To Your Door Pet Services I offer nail trims, anal gland expressions and medication administration such as insulin injections, subcutaneous fluids and more! I have over 15 years of pet care experience, 8 of which were spent as part of the nursing staff at a veterinary hospital. Please contact me at (317) 908-1556 or toyourdoorpetservices@gmail.co m to make an appointment. I serve the Fishers and Geist area. Let me help your pet in the comfort of their own home.
The Home of Plug and Play RETAIL • REHEARSE • REPAIR Now offering guitar, drum and voice lessons Ask about our HD video services Fully equipped studios, In-ear (“silent”) studio Book Studio A for private parties, CD release events, showcases, recitals, meetings and more! Come see for yourself why hundreds of bands and performers refine their shows in our studios! Call Rick Kingston at 317.979.0137 340 Ridgepoint Drive, Carmel 46032 kingstonsmusicshowcase.com
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Pet & House Sitting Service www.pawpatrolindy.com 17 years Experience
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“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield
Yamaha DGX-660 Digital Piano. Home/Studio Kit w/ Pedals, stand and storage Bench. Purchased new a month ago for $900. Like New. $600.00. 772-882-5962 Located Carmel.
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Do you take pride in your skills, and are you reliable without fail? If you don’t, or you’re not, stop reading. If you do and are, Roberts Painting would like to speak with you now. We are a local, family owned business with full-time work for the right candidate. We have been serving fellow Hamilton County residents since 1984. You must have dependable transportation. Compensation is based on experience and is open to discussion. Again, serious inquiries only. Contact Tim (317.847.2704) or Rick (317.847.4780), or e-mail robertspaintingcarmel@gmail.com for immediate consideration. EOE.
We are looking to HIRE YOU If you have a compassionate heart and a nurturing soul, Clarity Care is interested in hiring you. We provide non-medical, adult in-home care. We offer: • Flexible schedule - full and part time • Competitive pay - $10-$15 per hour • Night bonus/referral bonus • Employee retirement plan • Custom match care giver to client 317-774-0074 option 5 Apply@claritycaregivers.com MKM Distribution Services, Inc.
CAreer fairs
CAreer fairs
CARING CAREER FAIR July 25, 10AM - 3PM
Caring people are in high demand! Come visit our Career Fair & learn more about starting a career as a Caregiver and/or CNA with our family friendly organization. We are looking for compassionate and dependable individuals who want to make a difference. Legacy is recognized as the finest CNA training school in the area. CAREGIVER • Top Pay, including overtime & BONUS • Reliable, flexible & steady work • Quality on-site training & RN support
LEGACY CNA STUDENTS • 3 week training school • On site state testing • 100% PASS RATE
Walk-ins are welcome for the Caring Career Fair, or schedule a time by calling our office at 317-652-6175. Senior1Care/Legacy CNA Training is located at 598 W. Carmel Dr, Ste F, Carmel, IN 46032. www.Senior1Care.com. www.LegacyCNATraining.com. EOE
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Experienced interior painter. Pays $15-17/hour. Full-time local work All year, Mon-Fri. Comfortable work environment, consistent hours. Must have good cut-in skills, be clean and organized. Must have own transportation and tools. Call Jonathan 317-999-8124. www.wallapainting.com
Motivated people who want to join our team. Work outdoors in landscape maintenance and project installations. Experience helpful but not necessary. Pay between $12-$18/hr depending on experience. Call us or email your application: 317.443.6514 abby@primelineoutdoorliving.com
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is now hiring for a transportation broker manager. We are looking for an individual who is ambitious and highly motivated. Ready to run own division. Salary plus sales commission. Please email resume to mkhurley@mkm-logistics.com
College not for you?
Background or Not in dance! Join the team at Fred Astaire Dance Studio Carmel, Indiana. We will train you in all aspects of the ballroom dance business. Why Fred Astaire? We offer a great environment, guaranteed starting salary, great training and opportunities to travel and compete. Need we say more? Call Dan at 317-846-3237
CARPENTERS NEEDED NOW Simpson Construction Services, LLC, a family owned general contractor, would like to hire skilled construction carpenters. Our company is growing, and we are looking for craftsmen that take pride in their work and want a future with our company. Contact Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.
NOW HIRING Waiters/Waitresses Cook Dishwasher OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 160 E Carmel Dr. Carmel, IN
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