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State officials hold Indiana at Stage 4.5

By Jarred Meeks jarred@youarecurrent.com

March 1. It also found that 12,449 (24 percent) of the positive patients visited an emergency department, and 7,633 (15 percent) of positive Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb announced July 15 cases had been hospitalized. Of the hospitalthe pausing of Indiana’s five-stage reopening ized patients, 1,620 (21 percent) were admitted plan. The state will to an intensive care unit, representing PANDEMIC remain at Stage 4.5 for 3 percent of all patients analyzed. at least the next two To date, Regenstrief estimates that weeks.

5,642 (74 percent) of the 7,633 patients All prior guidelines and restrictions who have been hospitalized have been implemented in the previous two discharged; seven percent are likely weeks will continue, with the addition still hospitalized; and 19 percent are of new measures. known to have died.

Holcomb As of July 23, people organizing Box said the age group that has congatherings and events with more than 250 tributed most to the spike in cases has been attendees must submit a written plan to lopeople in their 20s and 30s. She said that while cal health departments outlining mitigation they are less likely to suffer severe health conefforts they will use to ensure the health and sequences from contracting the disease, they safety of participants. The new guidelines also also may be spreading the virus to older resiapply to seasonal and special events such as dents, leading to the uptick in hospitalizations. fairs, festivals, parades, graduations, outdoor Box also said travel could be another contribuconcerts, outdoor movies other than drive-ins, tor to the increase in hospitalizations. family reunions, conferences and weddings.

“That is going to add more burden to our The written plans must address capacity hospital systems,” Box said during a virtual limits, guest information, staff and volunteer press briefing. “As we look at it, and the perscreening plans, social distancing measures, cent positivity ticks up, that is what is really plans for increased sanitation, face coverings most concerning to me as I look at it, and I do and compliance with guidelines outlined by the feel it is a time for Hoosiers to decide that they state and the Centers for Disease Control and are going to go back to more careful social disPrevention. tancing and to wear their masks and to wash For the second consecutive week, Indiana their hands more carefully.” reported an increase in COVID-19 cases. More Testing supply shortages than 4,300 new cases were reported in the In addition to an increase in cases and hospast week, contributing to the state’s cumupitalizations, Box said the state has suffered lative tally of 53,370 cases, as of press time. from a shortage of COVID-19 testing supplies.

In the same seven-day period one month ago, “While we continue to increase our testthe state reported just more than 3,000 cases, ing capacity, we’re having to adapt to the Indiana Health Commissioner Dr. Kristina Box supply-and-demand issues that have been said. created by the significant spikes that we’ve Consequently, the state has increased state- seen in other states across the country,” Box wide testing capabilities and sending COVID-19 said. “This is similar to what we saw back in strike teams to the most affected areas. the spring and has impacted our ability to get The state’s seven-day average positivity rate some (testing) supplies.” also increased to 7.1 percent July 11, compared Box said the delay in testing supply shipto 4.1 percent on June 19 and 6.3 percent on ments has slowed testing results. She said July 4. But the average falls short of the record test results are expected to take three to five 20.2 percent, seven-day average recorded April days to be delivered; however, she said state 24. strike teams often are able to get test results A hospitalization census found 881 Hoosiers within 48 hours, thereby speeding up relief efwere hospitalized with COVID-19 as of July 14, forts in high-impact areas. Health officials have compared to the 595 who were hospitalized said contacting residents who are COVID-19 June 26. The state’s previous record was 990 positive within 48 hours is key to tracing poon June 2. tential contacts and slowing the spread by State hospital data analyzed by Regenstrief determining who they may have infected.

Institute, an Indianapolis-based research orDespite the strain placed on the state’s testganization, found 51,434 distinct COVID-19 Hooing capabilities, Box said 11 new, free testing siers have tested positive for the disease since sites will be launched statewide.

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To our valued readers: We hope you are well and are enjoying the summer!

It seems as though it was years ago when we communicated our revised distribution plan for Fishers, but it was actually only the end of March. Time flies when you’re battling the fallout from the pandemic, we suppose.

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As a result, we must extend our revised circulation plan for the time being. We will continue deliver to a different 25 percent of the community, as has been the case since April 7. That means, in a four-week month, a different quadrant of the community each week will receive Current by mail, and a supply of the editions will be made available at public library locations each week.

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Correction — In the July 14 edition of Current in Fishers, the hospital system where Dr. Tracey Ikerd works was incorrect. Ikerd works at Ascension St. Vincent.

Farmers market — The Fishers Farmers Market runs from 8 a.m. to noon at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater.

The market will run through Sept. 29.

Fishers AgriPark gives away produce — Fishers AgriPark in southeast Fishers has been conducting regular produce giveaways through its Facebook page. For more, visit the Fishers AgriPark Facebook page.

Blood drive scheduled for HEPL — Hamilton East Public Library in Fishers, 5 Municipal Dr., will conduct a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 24. Appointments are highly encouraged. To schedule an appointment, visit donate.indiana.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/142897. Use the library’s East entrance for easy access to the blood drive donation area. Walk-ins will be processed only if time allows.

Narcan education class — A Narcan education class is scheduled from 6 to 7 p.m. July 29 at the Hamilton County Health Dept., 18030 Foundation Dr. To register, visit eventbrite.com/e/ narcan-education-tickets-112631945180.

HCAA exhibit — The Hamilton County Artists’ Association will hold an exhibit in Fishers City Hall, 1 Municipal Dr.,

from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The exhibit is free.

North Central Beekeepers Club — The North Central Beekeepers Club meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Cool Creek Park Nature Center in Westfield.

Socializing begins at 6 p.m. and meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. The club is for all levels of beekeepers from centrally north of Indianapolis. Those interested in becoming a beekeeper are welcome. There are no dues.

Governor appoints Fishers resident to Indiana Election Commission – Gov. Eric Holcomb reappointed Fishers resident Zachary Klutz to the Indiana Election Commission.

Klutz is a partner with Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP and will serve until July 1, 2022.

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Janus Golf and Batting Center gets upgrades

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com The Janus Golf and Batting Center opened in mid-June with a refreshed appearance.

THINGS TO DO Jerry Jamison, development & communications director for Janus Development Services, which serves clients from central Indiana, said the nonprofit has purchased new golf balls and mats for the driving range.

“We have also added one new sand trap on the driving range and have started building two more,” Jamison said.

The Janus Golf and Batting Center, 1740 Willow View Rd., Noblesville, is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Jamison said Lowe’s Heroes, a company-wide volunteer program, came out late in the fall of 2019 and added new carpet and landscape bricks to the miniature golf course.

“They even added a wagon-wheel obstacle on one hole,” Jamison said. “They also put a lot of crushed stone around the

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“He never lost his passion for that dream and realized that goal after serving 10 years in the Marines,” his mother Debbie Laird said.

An Indianapolis Police Dept. officer for four years, Laird was killed Aug. 18, 2004, when he and other officers responded to 911 reports of gunfire on the southside of Indianapolis. Laird, 31, was fatally wounded when a bullet hit him high in the chest above his protective vest.

Noblesville residents Debbie and Mike Laird started the Jake Laird Memorial Fund in 2004 to honor their son’s memory. The 17th Annual Jake Laird Memorial Golf Outing is set for 10:30 a.m. Aug. 7 at Pebble Brook Golf Club in Noblesville.

The fund has raised approximately $1 million for police departments in Indiana.

“He would be so happy to know Mike and I have been able to help his brothers and sisters in blue,” Debbie said. “For us, this golf outing and the money we raise has enabled us to keep his memory alive. The mission of the fund is to provide financial contributions to law and fire department

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agencies for the purchase of new equipment, the institution of new instructional programs or financial assistance to officers and firefighters injured in the line of duty or incurring hardships.”

Although raising money is the primary objective, it is not the only one.

“Another goal that is almost equally important is for everyone in attendance to be able to relax and enjoy themselves on the golf course,” Debbie said. “This has been a difficult year for many people, but this will be a day when all police officers and the community can enjoy time spent together for a good cause.”

Debbie is optimistic about attendance this year.

“Many of the players in this outing have supported Jake’s Foundation by playing in our golf outing for many years,” she said.

“Last year, we had 82 teams of four play in the event, and we are on target for that number again this year. We are also fortunate that despite the effect COVID-19 has had on so many businesses, every sponsor we have had in the last few years has returned again to support us.”

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 10:30 a.m. BMO Harris Bank will provide lunch and Jugs Catering will provide dinner. A large auction and raffle, known for its one-of-a-kind items, will be held during dinner. For more, visit thejakelairdmemorialtourney.org.

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Project: Ind. 37 ImproveProject: Widening of 146th ment Project Location: Near Boone Location: 126th Street County border CONSTRUCTION west of Ind. 37 is closed Expected completion: By and is anticipated to reopen end of 2020 in July. During this time, cross access Project: Repaving and all left turns will be restricted, with Location: Keystone Parkway. Expect lane only right-in and right-out turns until this restrictions but no full closures. phase ends. Traffic on southbound Ind. 37 Expected completion: Sept. 1 will shift to the northbound lanes and two Project: New roundabout lanes will remain in each direction. Local Location: 116th Street and Guilford Road. access to businesses will remain open via East and westbound traffic flow will be Lantern Road. The official detour route will maintained,but north and southbound direct drivers to use 116th Street or 131st connectivity will be limited.

Street to Allisonville Road. Detour route Start date: On or after July 15 markers and advance warning signs will Expected completion: Mid-November be in place prior to the closure.

Project: New roundabout Expected completion: 2022 Location: 116th Street and College Avenue.

Detour: Drivers will be directed to use East and westbound traffic flow will be 116th Street or 131st Street to Allisonville maintained,but north and southbound Road. Detour route markers and advance connectivity will be limited. warning signs will be in place.

Start date: On or after July 15 Project: Utility relocation for future 96th Expected completion: Mid-November Street expansion Project: New roundabout Location: 96th Street between Lantern Location: Illinois Street and Zotec Drive and Cumberland roads Start date: On or after Aug. 31 Expected completion: 96th Street exExpected completion: Nov. 1 pansion to begin this year, utility work Project: Reconstruction of Range Line expected for the next several months Road, including a new roundabout at Project: Sargent Road roundabout, Mud Walnut Street and pedestrian and bicycle Creek bridge replacement and additional connectivity travel lanes Location: Between Elm Street and City Location: 96th Street between Sargent Center Drive Road and Cumberland Road.

Start date: After Sept. 7 Expected completion: The Sargent Road Expected completion: January 2021 roundabout is anticipated to reopen in NOBLESVILLE AND NORTH mid-June. 96th Street east of Sargent Project: Pennington Road structure Road to Cumberland Road will remain replacmenet closed and is anticipated to reopen in Location: Pennington Road is closed to early November. The official detour route through traffic between Ind. 32 and 186th will direct drivers to use Lantern Road or Street for the replacement of a small Cumberland Road to 106th Street. structure.

Project: Downtown infrastructure Expected completion: Oct. 16 improvement Project: Safety improvements Location: The intersection of Morgan Drive Location: Strawtown Avenue and Prairie and Lantern Road closed Feb. 10. Access to Baptist Road Fishers Elementary will be available from Expected completion: The intersection 106th Street. Lantern Road is currently of Strawtown Avenue and Prairie Baptist closed to through traffic, beginning south Road closed June 9 to through trafof 116th Street to Fishers Pointe Boulevard. fic while safety improvements are made.

Expected completion: The project will be Construction is expected to last for 75 complete in the fall. days, tentatively opening up to all traffic Detour: Lantern Road access open from

by Aug. 24. Strawtown Avenue will be the north for local traffic and Fishers closed between Craig Avenue and CyntheElementary School but will be closed anne Road, and Prairie Baptist Road will between 116th Street and Fishers Pointe be closed between Strawtown Avenue and Boulevard. Use Fishers Pointe Boulevard 226th Street. Residents will continue to for detour. have access to their properties throughout construction.

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Governor appoints Fishers resident to Indiana Election Commission — Gov. Eric Holcomb reappointed Fishers resident Zachary Klutz to the Indiana Election Commission. Klutz is a partner with Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP and will serve until July 1, 2022.

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Fishers opens grant applications — The City of Fishers recently launched the application for the Nonprofit Grant program for 2021 funding. The program was established in 2017 as a transparent way for the City of Fishers to support various nonprofit organizations in Fishers that provide services to Fishers residents. Nonprofits based in Fishers or serve a large portion of Fishers residents are eligible to apply. The Fishers City Council determines the funding for the grant program as part of

the annual budget process. To apply, fishers.in.us/869/ Non-Profit-Committee.

COVID-19 testing available to children — The Fishers Health Dept. recently announced it would expand its free testing to include children ages 12 to 17. Testing requires an appointment. To schedule an appointment, visit fishersrecovery.com/testing.

F.C. Tucker stats — Fishers continued to see a strong residential real estate market in June 2020. According to F.C. Tucker Company, the average sale price for a Fishers homes was $353,147, a 14.3 percent increase compared to June 2019. Homes in Fishers left the market more slowly in June 2020 compared to this time last year, however, spending six

more days on the market. The average price per square foot for a Fishers home increased in June 2020, compared the June 2019, to $137.05 — a 7.5 percent increase.

Russell named OneZone president — Jack Russell, interim president of OneZone Chamber of Commerce has been named to the permanent president role by the OneZone Board of Directors following a regional search.

Fishers playgrounds, splash pads reopen — Fishers Parks and Recreation Dept. recently announced it reopened its playgrounds and splash pads. Saxony Lake & Beach also has reopened. Shelter and facility rentals for up to 250 people are permitted, as are athletic field rentals for noncontact sports.

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DISPATCHES 4-H Photo Challenge set — The 4-H Photo Challenge is open to youth in third through 12th grade. Participants should take photos fitting the monthly theme and submit entries online at bit.ly/hamco4hcameracorp by the last day of the month. Monthly themes for 2020 include: July – Let Freedom Ring; August – Fairs. Festivals, Fun; September – Community (Black & White); October – Sunset to Sunrise; November – Occupations; December – Holiday Happenings.

Public Works Dept. removes stop signs — The Indiana Dept. of Transportation recently granted approval for the City of Fishers’ Dept. of Public Works to remove stop signs at the railroad crossings throughout Fishers, except for the 131st Street crossing, for the upcoming Nickel Plate Trail. Due to the steep grade of the 131st Street crossing, the removal will come at a later date. “Out of service” signs have been placed, and that removes the requirement for school buses and hazardous material vehicles to stop at the tracks.

Masks mandated in Marion County — Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett has mandated masks in Marion County in indoor public spaces and outdoor public spaces where social distancing is not possible. This does include the City of Lawrence. Indianapolis has made it a priority to provide free face coverings to those who are unable to obtain a mask or face covering, older adults, or those with serious underlying conditions.

Open the article for information to obtain free masks. For more, visit indy.gov/activity/ face-coverings-for-marion-county-residents?fbclid=IwAR2cW_jLY3keClxnRuCsYyp-EjejcV_Ba91sgs34zNFODpP0-Pm45uSi9lk.

OneZone features Women in Business -- The OneZone Chamber August luncheon is about women in business. The event was a breakfast in the past but has grown into a luncheon. The luncheon will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 12 at FORUM Events Center, 11313 USA Parkway, Fishers. OneZone is the chamber of commerce for Fishers and Carmel. For more or to register, visit https://web.onezonecommerce.com/events/August-Lunch-Breakwith-OneZone-Women-in-Business-3969/ details.

HSE Schools releases reopening plan — Hamilton Southeastern Schools has released its reopening plan for students returning to school this fall. The plan discusses masks, cafeteria seating, classroom configurations and more. For more or to view the complete plan, hseschools.org.

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Narcan program scheduled

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com The Hamilton County Health Dept. will conduct a free Narcan education class July 29 in which it also EDUCATION will disperse Narcan to those who request it to have available for a family emergency. The class is available through a grant from the Indiana State Dept. of Health. The Hamilton County Health Dept. has offered the program Ginder for three years.

“The grant lets us provide free Narcan to individuals who feel they need Narcan,” Hamilton County Health Dept. health education specialist Jim Ginder said. “We have a lot of families come to the training who have family members with substance abuse disorders, and we also have a lot of people from the community who want to come to learn about Narcan and opiates and habits just in case they’re ever in a situation where they can help save somebody’s life.”

The class begins at 6 p.m. at the health department, 18030 Foundation Dr., Noblesville. Registration is required.

Ginder said the health department tries to offer the program quarterly. It teaches about opiates, signs and symptoms of overdose, how to dispose of old medication, what opiates do to the body and how to administer Narcan. It also shows how to provide hands-only CPR. “Attendees get a pretty extensive packet of other resources, like treatment and mental health resources,” Ginder said. “I think it’s a great program because with COVID, a lot of people are staying at home and maybe not getting the mental heath support they need, or if they have a substance abuse disorder, they are not able to connect with their support system. We are starting to see more people relapsing because of COVID.” Depending on the number of registrants, each attendee will receive one or two doses of Narcan to administer when needed.

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New inclusive playground — Conner Prairie has debuted Ag Adventures at the Estridge Family Park, a newly constructed playground that will provide access to all visitors. This fully inclusive play area was designed with guests of all abilities in mind.

The playscape is accessible for visitors with physical or developmental disabilities who may have been unable to fully engage with Conner Prairie’s previous playground. The playground was made possible through the support of the Estridge Family Foundation — a fund of the Hamilton County Community Foundation — and the Conner Prairie Alliance. Learn more at connerprairie.org.

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Democrat chair argues police, fire commission members skewed politically

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members of the Commission to be listed as Republican.

Again, under the code no more than three members can be from the same party.

Hamilton County Democratic Party Chair Joe Weingarten “Mr. Gary Bolenbaugh, does not show party affiliation on recognizes there’s lots of discussion nationwide about pothe website, but voting records show that he has voted lice reform. That’s why he doesn’t unRepublican in the last three primaries (2016, 2018 POLITICS derstand why the City of Fishers has and 2019). more Republican representatives on “On the Fire Merit Commission Mr. Babb is also a its police merit commission board than Democrats. member and listed as a Democrat.

“I remembered having read this code a couple of “Mr. Mike Peterson, does not show party affiliayears ago, and in the code, it says two of the memtion on the website, but voting records show that bers of the commission — one Democrat and one he has voted Republican in the last three primaries Republican — are elected by officers, and that just (2016, 2018 and 2019). Mr. William Stuart is listed Weingarten doesn’t sound right,” he said. “So, if you think about as a Democrat but voting records show that that it, let’s say you were going to be reviewed by this comhe has not voted Democratic in the past three primaries mission because you did something wrong, two of the five (2014 R, 2016 D and 2018 D). Therefore, he can’t be listed as people on the review board were elected by you and fellow a Democratic member of the Commission. This results in all officers. So, it didn’t sound right from that start.” five members listed with none being valid members of the When Weingarten learned who the members of the police Democratic Party.” commission were, it seemed even more wrong to him. One At the end of the letter, Weingarten called for Fadness to of the Democrat members is a known Republican, according replace one member of the police commission and two memto Weingarten. bers of the fire commission to comply with Indiana code.

“I pulled his voting records and he doesn’t meet the “I don’t think they have a choice,” Weingarten said. “I code,” Weingarten said. “You end up with four or five Repub- think they need to remove one of the Republicans and relicans instead of two-and-two and then one in between.” place them with a real Democrat.”

State code mandates that the political affiliation of the Weingarten said the response he received from the city commission members is determined through voter registrawas “nonsense.” tion records from the three most recent primary elections.

“It said basically they are not in the wrong,” he said. “But In a letter to Mayor Scott Fadness, Weingarten wrote the we have proof, and through the primary (elections), they following: didn’t qualify if they don’t vote Democrat.”

“The current police board as listed on the cities website Weingarten said if the board must make a decision on lists Mr. Bryan Babb as a Democrat and under the code the whether or not to take disciplinary action against an officer “political affiliation shall be determined through the voters’ or firefighter, it may not be legal due to the political makeregistration records of the three (3) most recent primary up of the commission. elections” in which each commissioner voted. Mr. Babb “If I were a firefighter or police officer and I was fired, I voting record shows that he voted Democrat in 2016 and would be looking into that,” he said.

Republican in 2011 and 2014 primaries and thus cannot be The City of Fishers did not respond to several requests listed as a Democrat. This would result in four of the five from Current for comment.

Health Dept. ‘strongly recommends’ masks

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com After a quarterly meeting of the Hamilton County Health Dept. in July, the board decided to strongly recommend residents to wear face masks in public.

PANDEMIC “Even though we are a separate county, our fate is intertwined with Marion County,” Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Chris Walker said.

“We think the science backs the need to wear a mask, so we are trying to push it and be good educational partners with the community.”

Walker said the county won’t require masks because of its inability to enforce such a would-be law.

“Our goal is to educate first and foremost. We would hope

our citizens and residents listen to that educational component and freely do it for themselves, their families and their neighbors,” Walker said. “The hard thing is, we all want to be social creatures, and I understand being outside is better, but unfortunately, it’s not one or the other. You really should be wearing your masks and be social distancing.

“Outside helps because there’s better airflow and things like that, but certainly indoors, we hope everybody is wearing their mask.”

Walker said the county’s hospitalization numbers for COVID-19 patients are down.

As of press time, only one of 97 ICU beds available was used by a COVID-19 patient. Only 11 of 56 available ventilators were in use, and only one was for a COVID-19 patient.

For more, visit hamiltoncounty.in.gov.

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In addition, Bier Brewery will have a beer cart.

Shortly after the chamber’s March 11 lunDuring the coronavirus pandemic, one form of cheon, limits were placed on social gatherfundraiser which can still draw numbers is a golf ings due to the pandemic. tournament.

“We went all virtual for the rest EVENT OneZone will present of March, April and May,” Russell the 35th Annual Chamber said. “Then June 24 was when we Classic Aug. 17 at Woodland Country went back to our live events.”

Club in Carmel. The presenting sponRussell said the OneZone lunsor is Lake City Bank. cheons are break-even events, de“It’s one of our largest fundraisers, signed for networking. along with Taste of the Chamber in JanuNetworking is a key part of the Russell ary,” OneZone President Jack Russell said. golf outing as well.

“It’s a great course for us to highlight and for our The cost per individual golfer is $350. The members to connect.” cost for a foursome is $1,400 and includes a Russell said he expects the outing will sell out lunch, round of golf, and a gift for each golfsoon. er followed by a 19th hole reception.

“It’s 144 golfers and typically 18-plus sponsors on “It’s an opportunity to get together with the course,” Russell said. “We only have a few fourthe other golfers, find out who won the somes left and a few sponsorship opportunities. event and raffle prizes,” Russell said.

There is always opportunity for businesses to give The sponsorship levels range from $125 us a call and get involved. Something different this to $1,000. For more, visit onezonecommerce. year is the Fishers Test Kitchen is going to be there com/chamber-classic. doing a food truck.”

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DISPATCHES TCC conducts School Rocks Backpack Giveaway — More than 800 participating TCC and Wireless Zones will donate 140,000 backpacks full of school supplies to children in need from 1 to 4 p.m. July 26. Backpacks will be filled with pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders, glue and more. For a list of participating locations in Indiana, visit locations.tccrocks.com/search.html. Each TCC store is donating up to 180 backpacks, and backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

City council meeting scheduled — The next Fishers City Council meeting is at 7 p.m. Aug. 17 at City Hall, 1 Municipal Dr. For more or to view the agenda, visit fishers. in.us/292/City-Council.

OneZone creates Council Connect program — The OneZone Chamber of Commerce created Council Connect, a new program providing an opportunity for chamber members to meet local city council members to hear about the role and ask questions.

The first event will be from 8 to 9 a.m.

Sept. 9. For chamber members to register, visit web.onezonecommerce.com/events/ CouncilConnect-4108/details.

July 21, 2020

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HEPL’s Ignite Studio receives national award

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Hamilton East Public Library’s Ignite Studio recently received the national Power of Libraries Award from Sirsi Dynix, a company that provides software and technologies for libraries.

This is the third year the company has presented the award to libraries in the U.S. “It celebrates how libraries reinvigorate their community, how they support their community through various endeavors,” Ignite Studio Manager Katelyn Coyne Coyne said. “Ours is obviously focused on programming and the community space we have here.

The award is also given out for endeavors like digitizing collections and creating access.”

Ignite Studio is a makerspace that provides access to equipment like sewing machines, 3-D printers, laser engravers and other materials.

“They were looking for ways libraries innovate and do different things to inspire the community. We applied for the award last fall,” Coyne said. “I submitted an essay I wrote with my supervisor, and we thought Ignite was pretty innovative. They called us and said we were selected for the award this year. They give it out to two or three libraries at a time. It’s nationwide.”

Sirsi Dynix is based in Salt Lake City. HEPL was notified about winning the award in February.

“Obviously, COVID-19 stalled everything,” Coyne said.

“We were supposed to go to a conference and accept it in April.”

Instead, Coyne participated in a digital acceptance webinar in May. Prior to the conference, a team from Sirsi Dynix was

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sent to HEPL to interview patrons and create a video.

“Part of the award is getting this video about our space,” Coyne said. “They haven’t released it yet due to COVID.” Because the videography team hasn’t been able to access the editing bays due to social distancing measures, the video hasn’t been edited. HEPL hopes to receive the video this fall.

Winners of the Power of Libraries Award receive an electric trophy in the shape of a lightbulb. Cash or grants are not part of the award.

“Because of the funding structures in libraries, we aren’t able to accept award funding because the vendor works with libraries, and it’s a conflict of interest to give money to a library,” Coyne said. “It’s just the recognition and video. It’s a really cool award.”

The video identified three super-user patrons who spoke on the impact of Ignite Studio.

“One of the things the producer of the video told me is each of the patrons they interviewed, the common thread they praised in Ignite was the staff here and how helpful the staff are and how the staff worked to create a sense of community about making and the maker mindset,” Coyne said.

Seven employees work at Ignite Studio. Three are full time and four are part time.

“We miss our makers. We miss our community, and we are finding new ways to still tap into that group interested in participating with us down here,” Coyne said. “We are still building a community through virtual events, and we encourage people to check out the virtual events calendar and see what’s coming up.”

Virtual events include artists leading classes and programs and online certification opportunities, among other offerings.

“This has been sort of a strange time that’s forced us to innovate,” Coyne said. “The silver lining is we are finding ways to make Ignite even more accessible to our patrons.”

“We miss our makers. We miss our community, and we are finding new ways to still tap into that group interested in participating with us down here.

We are still building a community through virtual events, and we encourage people to check out the virtual events calendar and see what’s coming up.”

— Ignite Studio Manager Katelyn Coyne

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Hamilton East Public Library Ignite Studio received the Power of Libraries award earlier this year. (Photos by Anna Skinner)

COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ignite Studio is open by appointment only. The laser engraver, vinyl cutters and 3-D printers are available by appointment as well. HEPL requests only one person use the equipment at a time.

Typically, the studio features a maker-in-residence for 12 weeks. David Arnold, a limestone carver, was the spring resident.

“He was a champion and really worked with me to put together a slew of virtual programming and Facebook Live events but hasn’t been able to have anyone in the studio, so we extended the life of his residency through the end of July,” Ignite Studio Manager Katelyn Coyne said.

For more, visit ignite.hepl.lib.in.us.

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Nothing new

‘White Fragility’ worth reading

Commentary by Terry Anker These past few months have been remarkable in a panoply of ways. Among them has been the decided destruction of millions of life-sustaining and hope-providing jobs. Not so remarkable is that it has produced unprecedented growth in wealth and power for others. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, brags of record earnings facilitated by vast lockdowns of the American economy, while, not surprisingly, aggressively supporting elected officials and policies that will restrict lockdown dissent. And to many of those even well-intentioned bureaucrats, the ability to literally control by force the thinking of their fellow Americans is too tempting to overlook. These opportunities don’t come along very often.

One is reminded of the prevailing scientific fact of previous generations, and the use of privilege and power to prevent legitimate challenge to those facts. It was certain and observable that Pluto was a planet, that blood-letting kept balance in the humors, and that the world is, in fact, unequivocally flat. OK. Still, there were some who dared to question: “How do we know for certain? Can’t we just consider alternatives under risk of inquisition?” Study continued and our collective knowledge creaked forward.

For many, a challenge to the accepted and dominant academy is a required part of the scientific process. To others, it is to spread dangerous misinformation, heresy and subversive thought. First, we shame and discredit the offenders. Then, we cause their family harm. Ultimately, if persisting that the earth might be round, they will force us to elimination through detention or worse.

Power abhors dissent, and we like power. When in authority, we work to silence opposition. And when not, we demand that our dissenting voice is heard while marching the streets and crying foul. Even as we talk of a “new” normal, the “old” normal seems abundantly still around.

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@ youarecurrent.com.

A writer’s block breakthrough Commentary by Danielle Wilson As I sit pondering possible topics for this week’s column, my children keep cycling through the room, pausing to HUMOR engage in bits of conversation with me. On the one hand, I want to yell at them to leave me alone: Momma is working! But on the other, I love that they still want to chat, even after we’ve spent the last five months basically on top of each other. So, I pause my writing, listen and marvel at the fantastic creatures my husband Doo and I have raised.

First, my 19-year-old twins “stop by.” A boy and a girl, they’ve always been good friends despite their very different personalities. My daughter asks me for help with her summer math class, but in a funny, baby-nerd voice. Her brother is feeding into the bit, asking her science-type questions laced with Minecraft lingo. I have no idea what they’re saying, but I am giggling, nonetheless.

Next up is our youngest. She’s in crisis

mode, trying to decide her career path.

She’s 16. Currently, she’s analyzing the pros and cons of becoming a surgeon versus an ER doctor. With her people skills and years in competitive dance, I’m recommending trauma. It suits everything about her.

Finally, our oldest makes an appearance.

He launches into a passionate tirade on the latest political debacle, this time involving our travesty of a secretary of education. I nod in agreement, feeling the rage burn in my stomach. I shoo him away as soon as he comes up for air. I can’t write while seeing red!

Once again, my amazing offspring have come through. Thanks for the article fodder, kids!

Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at info@youarecurrent.com.

Currently, she’s analyzing the pros and cons of becoming a surgeon versus an ER doctor. With her people skills and years in competitive dance, I’m recommending trauma. It suits everything about her.

Editor, I highly recommend the book “White Fragility.” It explores the reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged and how these reactions maintain racial inequality. For example, white people often compare their immigration story to that of Black people. “My grandparents came here with barely an education and no money, but with hard work they achieved the American Dream.” We wish to believe in the potential of America for all, but such a belief system glosses over the systemic racism of today that began with slavery at our nation’s foundation.

Some people say that the police do not target Black people. We have all seen on video how black men, women and children are treated differently by police.

American values of equity, inclusion and the American Dream are ideals that systemic racism corrupts. At its least, systemic racism removes the ideal of equal opportunities in education, place of residence, career, health care and in the judicial system. At its worst, it is a tear that rips us apart as a people and keeps us separate, defensive and distrustful.

Beth Kurlander, Carmel

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The luminaries of New Rochelle, continued Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

in New Rochelle, he owned a liquor store a mile from my house. My mom was a fan Here’s Part 2 of my column about famous of having a few cocktails before dinner, as people from my hometown, New Rochelle, was Bob, or so the rumor went. When I acN.Y. companied my mother on a trip to the store HUMOR Richard Roundtree graduto buy whiskey, they both denied he was ated from New Rochelle High Buffalo Bob, and insisted I must have been School three years ahead of me. Richard confused. I was pretty sure I was correct, created the iconic role of Shaft in the movbecause of the three of us, I was the only ies. While I was on hall duty one day in the one not drinking in the middle of the day. early ’70s, he wandered into the school, I Don McLean was born in New Rochelle. assume to say hello We both went to When I was a paperboy in to a former teacher.

Iona College. Don New Rochelle, I used to deliver wrote the classic My job was to check that everyone had a song “American Pie” the news to a house around hall pass or escort in 1971. By the time I the block. While Mrs. Menken left teaching in 1978, them out of the building. Of course, I gave McLean had written was paying me each week, him a pass. three international 10-year-old Alan Menken was Top Ten hits. I had Yankees slugger Lou Gehrig bought a in the living room banging out written two letters house in New Rochelle to the editor. Oh, something on the piano. in 1927, the year of the Jay Leno was from greatest Yankee team ever. What’s the name New Rochelle. We both wanted to host “The of that street? Now, it’s called Lou Gehrig Tonight Show.” That’s the only thing we had Way. The house was recently sold for about in common. $400,000, which in New York is a steal, to I don’t think there is any question who use a little baseball talk. the most famous and influential resident When I was a paperboy in New Rochelle, I of New Rochelle was. Thomas Paine was used to deliver the news to a house around a Revolutionary War activist whose pamthe block. While Mrs. Menken was paying phlets changed the course of the American me each week, 10-year-old Alan Menken was Revolution. But anyone with Common Sense in the living room banging out something would know that. on the piano. Years later, he was banging For more examples, go to my Facebook page. out songs for such Disney hits as “Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin” and “The Little Mermaid.” I ran into him once while back Dick Wolfsie is an author, home many years ago. He said I was a great columnist and speaker. Contact paperboy. Wow, thanks! him at wolfsie@aol.com.

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JIFFY LUBE OPENS SECOND LOCATION IN FISHERS

Jiffy Lube staff and City of Fishers officials cut the ribbon June 29 to Jiffy Lube’s second location in Fishers. It is at 13855 Olivia Way. (Submitted photo)

DISPATCHES Indiana has slow recovery from unemployment claims — Although unemployoment claims continue to fall nationally, Indiana’s unemployment claims have experienced the slowest recovery in the U.S., according to a recent study by the personal finance website WalletHub. To identify which states are experiencing the quickest recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, WalletHub compared the 50 states and Washington, D.C., across three metrics based on changes in unemployment claims. To see the full study, visit wallethub.com.

Source: WalletHub.com Indiana has 5th-highest need for loans — The U.S. unemployment rate is improving but is still at 11 percent. The personal finance website WalletHub recently released updated rankings for the states where people need the most loans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Indiana ranked fifth on the list. WalletHub combined internal credit card report data with date on Google search increases for three loan-related terms in the 50 states and Washington, D.C. To see the full study, visit wallethub.com.

Source: WalletHub.com Credit cards for foreign travel — If you’re traveling in foreign countries, credit card transaction fees add up. There are some credit cards, however, that are attractive

for foreign purchases. Many cards charge neither an annual fee nor a foreign transaction fee. These no-fee cards include Bank of America Travel Rewards, Capital One Quicksilver Cash Rewards, Discover it Cashback Match and Priceline Rewards Visa.

Source: BottomLineInc.com New car replacement insurance — Typical insurance policies only pay a depreciated value for your car if it’s totaled in an accident. Recent ads offering full replacement cost are very common. They don’t, however, tell the whole story. Full replacement cost coverage will increase your premium by at least 15 percent and is only good for a limited time period, or specific number of miles.

It might not be worth the extra premiums given the chance of totaling your car is less than 1 percent in a year.

Source: BottomLine.com Free smoke alarms and tests — The American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign is a multi-year effort to reduce the number of home fire deaths and injuries by 25 percent.

People of all ages are vulnerable to home fires. The Red Cross encourages everyone to call 1-888-684-1441 to make an appointment to test existing smoke alarms and/or install free alarms in your home.

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Feet need sunscreen, too Commentary by Dr. David Sullivan July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a great time to discuss how you can protect your feet from the sun and find out the best ways to check yourself.

SUMMER Often, consistent sunscreen users neglect the feet, yet bare feet are exposed to the sun’s rays, too. The sun’s UVA and UVB rays can cause skin cancer, especially deadly melanoma which can spread through blood vessels and the lymphatic system. Symptoms can be as subtle as an abnormal-looking mole or freckle found anywhere on the foot, and often go unnoticed without routine foot exams.

The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the American Academy of Dermatology offer these tips to keep your feet safe this summer: • Select a water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 and broad-spectrum coverage that protects from UVA and UVB rays.

• Apply at least 15 minutes before sun exposure.

• Lather up with sunscreen from head to toe — literally — when at the pool or beach. Make sure to apply to both the top and bottom of your feet. Once is not enough! Reapply

at least every two hours and immediately if you are sweating or swimming.

• Avoid sun exposure when it’s strongest, generally between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

• Be aware that water, sand and even snow reflect and intensify UV rays.

• Check your feet and toes regularly for symptoms such as an abnormal-looking mole or freckle anywhere on the foot — even under toenails and on your soles. Look for moles or freckles that change in size or shape. If you notice anything suspicious, promptly schedule an appointment with your podiatrist to have the mark examined.

• Schedule routine exams with your podiatrist so he or she can keep track of suspicious, changing marks.

Early detection and treatment of skin cancer is key and could help save your life.

A board-certified foot surgeon and wound specialist, Dr. David Sullivan is the owner of Westfield Foot and Ankle, LLC. Contact him at drs@westfieldfoot.com.

DISPATCHES New optical store opens in Noblesville — America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, operated by National Vision, has opened a new location in Noblesville at 14002 Hoard Dr., Suite 1100. Customers can get a free eye exam and two pairs of eyeglasses for $69.99. The store also offers contact lenses and is outfitted with state-of-the art equipment.

Hoosier hospitals take financial hit — Indiana hospitals continue to care for all Hoosier patients, including those with COVID-19, but new data shows that the pandemic is causing significant financial challenges for hospitals across the state. With the impact of increased costs of supplies and other expenditures, suspension of elective procedures, and many patients’ avoidance of care, hospitals are operating at a significant financial loss. Data reported to the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA) shows that Indiana hospitals experienced a negative operating margin of -8.3 percent for the month of April, the most recent period for which data is available.

Indiana’s critical access hospitals, which serve rural areas, reported an average negative operating margin of -27.7 percent. Between March and April 2020, as the pandemic took hold, inpatient volume in Indiana fell 26 percent, according to the IHA’s statistics.

Emergency care declined 40 percent, outpatient surgery was down 52 percent, and outpatient services overall attaboyphc.com fell 46 percent. Meanwhile,

Indiana hospitals incurred significant costs preparing for and addressing a surge in coronavirus patients, including doubling intensive care capacity and ventilator availability.

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Fishers Arts Council featured artist Shelley Feeney is no stranger to the city’s arts scene.

ARTIST The Fishers resident will soon begin her 15th year as an eighth-grade art teacher and art department chair at Fall Creek Junior High in Fishers.

Feeney’s paintings will be displayed through Sept.

30 at the The Alcove at Feeney The Art Gallery at City Hall. A reception was held for Feeney July 10, and she sold two of her pieces. Some of the remaining 20-plus paintings are oil on canvas and some are on wood.

Feeney started producing paintings after graduating from Indiana University in 2006. She then received her Master of Arts at Anderson University.

“Then with teaching full-time, I put it a little to the side, but recently I’ve picked it back up again,” she said. “I’ve been doing a lot with texture and using my finger for oil paintings instead of a paint brush.”

She started using her finger more to paint approximately 18 months ago. The paintings on display at The Art Gallery are a mixture of finger and brush.

“I still do a lot of florals, landscapes and nature scenes,” Feeney said. “That’s my main subject matter. I like how I can manipulate the paint and try the different textures and color. I’m really inspired by Vincent van Gogh. He’s my favorite artist.”

Feeney said she has worked with Fishers Arts Gallery President Tom Rich to display her students’ artwork for Black History Month for three years. Rich asked if Feeney wanted to display her own work. She had previously done a couple of events through the Fishers Arts Council.

Feeney exaggerates the use of color and texture through the layering of paint.

“When I see Shelley’s paintings, I get drawn into her art,” Rich said. “In one, I am the bee gathering nectar (‘Morning Bloom’). In another (‘Irises in Bloom’), I feel the breeze as it blows across your face. In

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Indy Shorts set for virtual, drive-in screenings editorial@youarecurrent.com Shelley Feeney’s portrait of “Morning Bloom.” (Submitted photo)

Shelley Feeney painted a portrait of police K-9 Harlej.

still another (‘Colors of the West’), I feel the heat as I am climbing. This is what she does. She pulls you in.”

During class, she painted a portrait by brush of Harlej, a Fishers Police Dept. K-9 that was shot and killed on duty in November 2019.

“My students like watching the progression of oil painting on canvas come to life,” said Feeney, who is married with three

daughters. “The students enjoyed seeing it start and the textures you can create.”

Feeney gave the portrait to Fishers Police officer Jarred Koopman, Harlej’s handler.

Feeney applied for a Lilly Teachers Creativity grant but did not receive one. She plans to try again in the next application process.

“I was able to study abroad my senior year at IU,” she said. “I was in Venice, Italy, to study printmaking. I kind of focus more on personal work on painting now, so I want to be able to travel Europe by train, capture some photographs and do some plein air paintings of the countryside.”

Born in Cincinnati, Feeney later moved to New Palestine and graduated from high school there. Her paintings can be viewed at fishersartscouncil.org/ art-gallery-exhibit.

COVID-19 has hit the arts industry hard, but it’s not stopping the third annual Indy Shorts International Film Festival presented

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The entire lineup of short films is available for streaming during the festival week of July 21-26. To provide the true cinematic experience, there also will be four screenings at Tibbs Drive-In Theatre, 480 S. Tibbs Ave. in Indianapolis, in the categories of Indiana Spotlight, Comedy, Award Winners and a new category, Heartland Horror. Tickets and passes for the virtual festival and drive-in screenings can be purchased at IndyShorts.org.

Since 2009, shorts programmed by Heartland Film have gone on to earn 19 Academy Award nominations and seven Academy Award wins, including wins in the past five Oscar ceremonies.

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Noblesville’s Ruoff Music Center was part of a grand experiment.

PERFORMANCE Ruoff was one of three venues used for three nights of drive-in concerts July 10-12.

“Live From The Drive In was the first major return to live music here in the U.S., with artists performing live, in-person, giving fans those amazing summer concert experiences they’ve been missing,” Live Nation Venues President Tom See stated. “Thank you to the artists, fans, crews and Live Nation teams for reminding the world that nothing replaces the energy and excitement of live music. We look forward to doing this again soon.”

The other sites were St. Louis and Nashville, Tenn.

The concert stage was set up in Ruoff’s parking lot. Fans drove to their own private tailgate space and enjoyed the performances from outside of their cars.

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other than to get out of the house and have an open-air experience,” Benner said. “We left highly impressed with the organization, the staffing, the music and the overall experience. From our arrival at Gate 1 to being parked took no more than five minutes. Departure required even less.”

Benner said although the foursome was a bit far from the stage, the sound was good, and the video screens were excellent.

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MUSIC Lohrman, who performs under the name Louvena the Scout, released her album “Roundabouts” July 17. The album cover features Carmel resident Oran Sands, who has made world records for time spent driving around Carmel roundabouts. The album also will be available as a CD. The title track is one of the album’s 11 songs.

There is one song called “Sun-Blinded on 146th Street.”

There is another one paying tribute to the nearby Pyramids in College Park in northwest Indianapolis called “Hieroglyphics in the Pyramids at College Park.”

“A lot of the things are inspired by Carmel,” she said.

“There is a song about ‘Organic,’ which I work at Whole Foods, so it was inspired by that.”

Lohrman, 24, works at the Whole Foods at Clay Terrace in Carmel. She moved to Carmel from south New Jersey in July 2019.

“I had more friends here than I had in New Jersey where I’m from,” she said. “I had a friend that went to Indiana Wesleyan University and she introduced me to her friends that became my friends. It just kind of stuck.”

Her performance name Louvena the Scout was derived from the iPhone game center that randomly assigned her that name.

“I thought that sounds pretty cool, so I made it my name,”

Valeri Lohrman, who goes by Louvena the Scout, moved to Carmel a year ago. (Submitted photo)

she said.

Her style is singer/songwriter with pop and indie rock elements. She plays piano and guitar. Dave Macey plays guitar on two of the songs.

In addition to songs inspired by Carmel and the surroundings, the songs are about heartbreak and growth. Lohrman wrote and recorded all the songs in her Carmel apartment.

“Two songs in particular stand out as personally very meaningful, ‘Hieroglyphics in the Pyramids and College Park’ and “Roundabouts,’” she said. “They essentially bookend this moment of growth, ‘Hieroglyphics’ signifying the end of this ‘lower’ part of my life, and ‘Roundabouts’ signifying a beginning to a better me. ‘Hieroglyphics’ still gives me chills when I listen to it. It’s likely one of my best songs, lyrically.”

The album will be available on iTunes and Spotify. The songs will be available on CD at louvenathescout.com.

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Commentary by Don Knebel Agra, a city in northern India, is home to the Taj Mahal, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his favorite wife. Agra also is home to a Roman TRAVEL Catholic church named for Shah Jahan’s Sunni Muslim grandfather, Akbar the Great.

In about 1556, 14-year-old Akbar became the third Mughal Emperor. His empire eventually included much of northern and central India, with its capital initially in Agra. When Armenian Christians established a trading colony in Agra, Akbar, known for religious tolerance, asked Jesuits from Goa, a Portuguese colony in southwest India, to teach him about Christianity. Three priests reportedly made the 1,000-mile trip to Akbar’s court in early 1580 and met with Akbar repeatedly during the next three years. Seeing Akbar’s openness to Christianity, more European Christians began settling in Agra. In 1598, Akbar built a church for Agra’s Christian community on land he owned near the Armenian colony. Akbar, one of whose wives was Christian, occasionally attended services in what became known as “Akbar’s Church.”

Jahangir, Akbar’s successor, expanded his father’s church, and three of his nephews were baptized there.

Shah Jahan, Jahangir’s son, became Mughal Emperor in 1628. During a war with the Portuguese, he captured some Jesuit priests and agreed to release them only after they had destroyed Akbar’s Church. A year later, he reconsidered, pardoned the priests and rebuilt the church on its

Akbar’s Church in Agra, India. (Photo by Don Knebel)

original site. Subsequent renovations and reconstructions resulted in the current church, which features French, Portuguese and Mughal architectural elements. Akbar’s Church remained the seat of the Agra’s bishop until 1848, when it could no longer accommodate Agra’s Christians. The imposing Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, which is adjacent to Akbar’s Church, replaced it. However, Akbar’s Church, also known as the “Church of the Pieta,” remains active and open to the public.

Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com.

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Provide personal services Fully Insured Text or call Jay 574-398-2135 shidelerjay@gmail.com www.jayspersonalservices.com

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Serving, Hamilton, Marion, Boone Madison & Hancock counties .com

SALE 1996 Red corvette - very good shape 62,500 miles Asking $ 10200.

Call me at 317 844 6587 & please, leave message

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For pricing e-mail your ad to classifieds@youarecurrent.com

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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR SKILLED CARPENTERS!

NEEDED: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

Looking for job security? Simpson Construction Services has so much work that it must hire five people for residential remodeling NOW. The skilled carpenters we select will have strong abilities in bathroom remodeling, but also with respect to kitchens, decks, basements, wood and tile flooring, doors and windows, interior and exterior painting, drywall, plumbing and electrical, siding and room additions. Again: Only skilled carpenters need apply.

For immediate consideration, call Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.

Join our School Family!

BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL

is hiring part and full time teachers for the 20-21 school year. We are a small, family centered program serving our community.

Must be at least 18, responsible, dependable, and willing to learn. Contact Jessie at jpike@fbcindy.org for details.

Call Dennis O’Malia 317-370-0749

for part-time legal assistant/paralegal position preparing documents for business transaction / litigation attorney.

20-30 hours a week.

Work from home. $30/hour.

Send resume and cover letter to penkamp33@gmail.com

STUDENT SERVICES/ FINANCIAL AID ASSISTANT

Castleton area college seeking a fulltime candidate experienced in A/R, billing and other office related duties to perform specialized clerical duties in the processing and tracking of financial aid applications, loans, and other forms.

Assist students in the completion of forms and explain procedures. Must be able to handle multiple tasks, detail oriented, keep accurate records, collect tuition payments and handle money, maintain accounting records, interact with students/parents, is energetic, and a team player. Previous relevant work experience required. Good communication and organizational skills necessary. Must be able to work with a variety of people and meet deadlines.

Qualified candidates may reply to slawson@ibcindianapolis.edu or fax resume to 317-841-6419

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Current in Fishers

www.currentinfishers.com

“PROTECT OUR BUSINESS” We have trusted Shepherd Insurance and the Johnson family to protect our business for over 25 years. Their business experience helps us know that we have an insurance package tailored for the needs of our bakeries. Because of the trust we have in Shepherd Insurance, we have more time to focus on our customers.

Matt & Drew Allen Co-Owners Taylor’s Bakery

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