April 30, 2024 — Lawrence/Geist

That’s how I think of the City of Lawrence. And, as spring drifts toward summer, it’s easy to see why.

All of the wonderful spring and summer events on Civic Plaza or on the Fort Ben Cultural Campus provide opportunities to demonstrate that the City of Lawrence is a community that cares, a community that connects, and a community that creates.

My office is working with local partners to show new levels of care for our community by adding some basic health screening services to the Fort Ben Farmer’s Market when it starts back up in June. Our city’s firstever Military Veterans’ Liaison will be at many of those upcoming events to lead my administration’s efforts to connect with local veterans. Matt Hall is a U.S. Army Reserve Battalion Commander, combat veteran, and longtime veterans’ advocate who understands the traditions of service and caring our veterans seek to uphold.

Throughout the summer, IndyGo will continue its work on the Purple Line, with the goal of completing construction this fall on a bus rapid transit line connecting Lawrence to downtown Indianapolis. At the same time, the City of Lawrence will begin work with our partners at Indy’s Urban Wilderness and Indy Parks on a nearly 2-mile extension of the Fall Creek Greenway from Lee Road at 63rd Street to the Upper Look Trail at Geist Crossing. When the extension is complete, Fall Creek Greenway will link the communities of Lawrence, Geist, and downtown Indy through our growing network of trails and pathways offering connectivity, mobility, and recreation opportunities for Lawrence residents and visitors.

Visitors won’t be the only ones traveling those paths of increased connectivity between Lawrence and the communities all around us. Our growing arts and culture landscape, our diverse – and delicious – local dining scene, and a business environment that welcomes entrepreneurs and innovators will continue to attract new opportunities, new people, and new promise for our city’s future.

No matter how you travel, that’s a great path to be on!

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS IN 2024

Deborah Whitfield Mayor, City of Lawrence

A community of opportunity.

Lawrence council to consider new tax

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

The City of Lawrence Common Council reviewed proposals — including a new tax — related to city finances during its regular meeting April 17 but delayed voting on the measures because some require a public hearing before they can be approved.

GOVERNMENT

The proposals were an ordinance establishing a cumulative capital development fund and two others related to bonds for city projects; and a resolution approving a plan to spend the city’s remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds.

According to documents provided by the city, the proposed cumulative capital development fund would increase the current property tax rate for that fund from 2.5 cents to 5 cents per $100 assessed value. Revenue from the tax is restricted for capital projects only and can’t go toward ongoing expenses such as salaries.

Oscar Gutierrez of Bondry Consulting,

who is advising the city on financial planning, told the council that the higher rate would raise an estimated $1.1 million in 2025, compared to about $550,000 this year. He estimated that the average homeowner would pay an additional $30 a year.

One of the two ordinances related to general obligation bonds would only authorize the city to issue bonds for future projects and doesn’t include a fiscal appropriation. The second ordinance would appropriate $7 million in bond funding for city expenses — specifically to pay off equipment leases that currently are paid for through the operating fund or department budgets.

The cumulative capital development fund and the two ordinances have public hearings scheduled for May 6, the same day as the council’s next regular meeting.

The council referred the proposed ARPA spending plan to the Finance Committee for review. The plan, submitted by Mayor Deb Whitfield’s administration, calls for appropriating the approximately $5.6 million remaining from the city’s 2021 federal allocation for infrastructure, public safety

and budget revenue replacement. Specific allocations listed are matching funds for two grants — a state Community Crossings grant to maximize street paving within the city and a state Next Level Trails grant for trail improvements — along with replacing city fire and police department vehicles and funding government services as allowed by ARPA program regulations.

The city received about $11 million from ARPA in 2021. It allocated about half of that amount in 2021 and 2022. The city is required to appropriate all the funds by the end of this year.

In 2023, then-Mayor Steve Collier’s administration proposed spending about $3 million of the remaining funds, but the council declined to vote on the measure.

Similar to the recently submitted plan, Collier’s 2023 ARPA spending plan would have funded matching grants for street repairs and trails, public safety vehicle replacements, training and police cameras.

The next Lawrence Common Council meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. May 6 at Lawrence Government Center, 9001 E. 59th St.

Jackson picked to fill late Sen. Breaux’s seat

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Indianapolis City-County Councilor La Keisha Jackson (D-District 15) has been selected to fill out the term of the late District 34 State Sen. Jean Breaux, who died March 20. District 34 includes parts of Lawrence.

POLITICS

Precinct committee members within the district chose Jackson during a special Democratic Party caucus April 18 at the Julia Carson Government Center. According to the state Democratic Party, two candidates filed for the office — Jackson and Chunia Graves.

their respective party’s ballot in the previous two primary elections. Graves did not meet that requirement.

The final vote result among the precinct committee persons was 30-15 in favor of Jackson. A simple majority was needed to win.

Following her selection to fill the senate seat, Jackson stated that she will aim to continue Breaux’s legacy.

“I cannot walk in her shoes because those are big shoes to follow,” she stated. “But what I do promise you is I will advocate, work hard, listen and fight the good fight.”

violence and address affordable housing for her community,” he said. “We have no doubt that she will continue these efforts in her new position representing Senate District 34 at the Statehouse. La Keisha will continue the exceptional work Sen. Breaux did throughout her career to improve the quality of life for Hoosier families and tackle the stark inequalities in Indiana’s health care system.”

Jackson’s swearing-in will occur after paperwork from the caucus has been received and accepted by Senate President Pro Tempore Rodric Bray’s office and the Indiana Election Division.

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Graves had filed to run against Breaux in the May 7 primary but was disqualified. A state law requires candidates running as a Republican or Democrat to have chosen

Indiana Democratic Party Chair Mike Schmuhl said Jackson has been a strong advocate for residents of Indianapolis’ far eastside.

“She helped lead projects to tackle gun

DISPATCH

Breaux’s name will stay on the ballot for the May primary, according to the announcement. A second caucus to fill the Senate District 34 ballot vacancy for the general election in November will take place between the primary and July 3.

If you’re interested in reaching the Lawrence/Geist market (14,974 households), you may obtain more information by emailing ads@youarecurrent.com (subject: Lawrence/Geist advertising) or by calling 317.748.2662.

The views of the columnists in Current in Lawrence/Geist are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.

Jackson

Breakfast at the Brickyard with Mario Andretti — Mario Andretti, the 1969 Indianapolis 500 winner and four-time IndyCar Series champion, will be the featured guest at the 2024 500 Festival Breakfast at the Brickyard, presented by Midwestern Engineers, Inc. The event will take place at 9 a.m., May 18 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Tickets are on sale to the public, with individual tickets priced at $100 each and Preferred Corporate Tables at $1,200. For more, visit 500Festival.com/Breakfast.

CURRENT MAY CALENDAR

LAWRENCE CHAMBER’S WATER COOLER WEDNESDAY

The May Water Cooler Wednesdays event, formerly called Coffee with Colleagues, is set for 7:45 a.m. May 8 at Heartland Film, 8950 Otis Ave. The monthly coffee meetup is designed to bring members together for networking opportunities. Members are encouraged to bring co-workers or a guest. Everyone will have an opportunity to introduce themselves.

CHAMBER CHEW ON THIS

Omar Habayeb, director of skills and pathways programs at TechPoint will be the guest speaker for the monthly Chew on This luncheon, set for 11:30 a.m. May 21 at The Garrison, 6002 N. Post Rd. For more and to register, visit greaterlawrencechamber.org.

POETS LAUREATE OF LAWRENCE MEETING

Poets Laureate of Lawrence will meet at 7 p.m. May 28 at the Arts For Lawrence Theater at the Fort, second floor. Featured poet Norbert Krapf will read from two recent books, “Homecomings: A writer’s Memoir,” which covers 50-plus years of writing and publishing, and “Songs for All Souls,” a collection of short, meditative spiritual poems.

SHRED-IT DAY SET

There will be a Lawrence Community Shred-It and Electronic Recycling Day 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 4 at Belzer Middle School, 7555 E 56th St. This event is hosted by the City of Lawrence Police Department. A $5 donation per shredding box is re-

quested, and there will be a fee for all TV & computer monitors.

GOVERNMENT MEETINGS

The following meetings are scheduled in Lawrence during the month of May:

• Lawrence Common Council: 6:30 p.m. May 6 and 15, Lawrence Government Center, 9001 E. 59th St.

• Parks Board: 5:30 p.m. May 8, Lawrence Government Center

• Board of Public Works: 5 p.m. May 9 and 23, Lawrence Government Center

• Police Merit Commission: 6 p.m. May 13, Lawrence Government Center

• Utility Service Board: 5:30 p.m. May 14 and 28, Lawrence Government Center

• Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township Board of Trustees: 5:30 p.m May 20, Lawrence Education and Community Center, 6501 Sunnyside Rd.

• Board of Zoning Appeals: 6 p.m. May 21, Lawrence Government Center

• Redevelopment Commission: 4:30 p.m. May 23, Lawrence Government Center

ARTS FOR LAWRENCE

Arts for Lawrence has several performance events scheduled in May, including Tim Mack as Elvis with the David Fontana Band, set for 7:30 p.m. May 3 at the Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave.; “Shrek the Musical Jr.” presented by the Nature School of Central Indiana, set for 7 p.m. May 9 and 11 at the Theater at the Fort; and “Epic 2024” by the Alexander Coleman Dance Company, starting at 6 p.m. May 18 at the Theater at the Fort. For more, visit artsforlawrence.org.

DISPATCH

Lawrence North student awarded Cooke Scholarship — The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation has selected Lawrence North High School’s Jetzabel Rivera-Lopez as one of 60 graduating high school seniors nationwide — and one of three in Indiana — to receive the Cooke College Scholarship. The scholarship aims to help students who have demonstrated exceptional academic ability, leadership and persistence to attend top universities and avoid student debt. The award, which is last-dollar funding after all other institutional aid, can provide up to $55,000 per year for awardees to complete a bachelor’s degree at any accredited undergraduate institution in the United States. Scholars also receive ongoing academic coaching and advising, graduate school and career advising, and opportunities for in-

ternships and study abroad, as well as eligibility to apply for graduate school funding.

Local communities receive state funding for roads — Communities in Hamilton and Marion counties have received millions of dollars for improving roads and bridges through the state’s Community Crossings Matching Grant Program. Through the program, the Indiana Department of Transportation matches up to $1.5 million annually per community when localities invest in road and bridge repairs. A total of 252 communities across the state will receive over $207 million. Through the program, Fishers was awarded $1.5 million, Noblesville will receive about $1.1 million, Hamilton County will receive $1.5 million and Lawrence will receive about $1 million.

Fishers funds teacher projects

Three Hamilton Southeastern School District teachers will receive grants totaling $30,000 through the first round of the City of Fishers’ educator innovation grant program.

EDUCATION

According to an announcement from the city, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness surprised teachers Lisa Harvey, Robyn Stout and Becky Schroeder in their classrooms April 17.

The grant program will provide $500,000 this year for innovative education ideas proposed by local educators. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and there is no funding cap on project requests, according to the city. A committee of educators, community entrepreneurs and HSE alumni reviews applications and selects grant recipients.

Schroeder, an 11th-grade teacher at Hamilton Southeastern High School, will receive $22,000 for a pilot program to bring virtual reality to high school students. According to the announcement, the immersive virtual reality platform will

allow students to experience a range of educational content in an engaging and interactive way.

Harvey, a third-grade teacher at Fishers Elementary, will receive $4,500 to bring hands-on and experimental STEM learning to the classroom through the LEGO Education SPIKE Program.

Stout, a fifth-grade teacher at Sand Creek Intermediate, was awarded $3,600 to expand the school’s STEM lab and robotics program with pneumatics kits.

For more about the grant program, visit FishersIN.gov/InnovationGrant.

HSE Superintendent Patrick Mapes, left, third-grade teacher Lisa Harvey and Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness.

(Photo courtesy of Fishers Elementary School)

Embracing Mini with a Meaning

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Jacob Stelflug can’t physically run on his own, so his father, Brad Stelflug makes certain he has that experience.  “He gets to experience the cheers and all the support from the crowd, the support from the other runners, the high-fives and the camaraderie,” said Brad, whose family lived in Westfield for 26 years before moving to Noblesville in 2020.

500 FESTIVAL

Brad will push Jacob, 27, in a racing chariot as part of the Ainsley’s Angels Indiana team in the 500 Festival One America Mini-Marathon May 4 in Indianapolis. The Mini with a Meaning connects nonprofits with passionate participants of the Mini-Marathon and Delta 500 Festival Dental 5K to raise awareness and funds.

“The Mini with a Meaning program allows us as a nonprofit to use our team as a platform for the needs we have throughout the years,” said Kristy High, a North Central Indiana ambassador for Ainsley’s Angels and senior ambassador director for Ainsley’s Angels of America. “The funds (help) to purchase and maintain our specialty equipment. Our specialty equipment is the special racing chariots (we) have to maintain. Those can be really pricey. It can be anywhere from $4,000 to $6,000. They are specially designed to be pushed by running.”

Jacob has FG syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes physical and mental delays. Nathan Stelflug, a 25-year-old former Westfield High School track and cross country runner, pushed his brother Jacob in the Boston Marathon April 15. Brad will push Jacob in the Mini-Marathon. There are 39 teams slated for the Mini-Marathon and four for the 5K event. There is one rider with one or two pushers.

High said Ainsley’s Angels has been involved with the Mini-Marathon since 2017 and will be involved with Mini with a Meaning program for the third year.

“They are from all over the country, but the majority are coming from our North Central area,” said High, who lives in Russiaville.

High said when Ainsley’s Angels was accepted into the Mini with a Meaning program, the national organization made it a destination race.

“We also use the funds to provide dinner with all the participants the night before,

which is a chance for them to make new friends or catch up with old friends because they do come from all over,” High said.

Brad said the Mini-Marathon embraces inclusivity and allows many duo teams to compete. The number of duo competitors is limited to 10 at the Boston Marathon.

“We run the Marine Corps Marathon (in Arlington, Va.) every year and they are very inclusive,” Brad said. “We had 40 chairs running in that one last year. Lots of marathons do it right and Boston just does it wrong.”

Brad, 55, started running marathons in 2002. They began running races in 2015 when Brad adjusted Jacob’s wheelchair. They got a racing chariot two years later.

“When I would finish a marathon, I would grab Jacob and push him across the finish line and let him get the medal,” Brad said. “The crowd would cheer him on. He liked that experience so much. I started pushing him in 5Ks. We just started running races together. It’s kind of our thing.”

To donate, visit donate.ainsleysangels. org/campaign/565160/donate.

Brad Stelflug pushes his son, Jacob, in the Purdue Boilermaker Half-Marathon. (Photo courtesy of Brad Stelflug)

Conner Prairie in Fishers officially opened its new trails system, part of the outdoor museum’s ongoing $40 million Prairie Pathways Campaign. Cutting the ribbon during the April 19 celebration are, from left, Norman Burns, Nancy Ricker, David Hillman, Jay Ricker, Diana Yates, Dan Yates, Andrew Bradford and Brian Timmerman. The new trails system includes a paved ADA-accessible trail and a more rugged gravel trail. Both are about 2 miles long. The trails are self-guided and take visitors through restored prairie and along the White River. (Photo by Leila Kheiry)

DISPATCH

International vendors sought for Fishers Farmers Market — The Fishers Farmers Market is looking for international food vendors for a new feature starting this season. Fishers Parks and the Fishers Farmers Market are adding a new section to the market dedicated to international food vendors. To apply, visit bit.ly/43SK4VI.

The Hamilton Southeastern Schools Board of Trustees recently was recognized by the Indiana School Boards Association with an Exemplary Governance Award for 2023.

“This distinguished honor reflects the board’s dedication to professional growth and the success of every student within the district,” an announcement from HSE stated.

Board members Sarah Donsbach, Sarah Parks-Reese and Suzanne Thomas earned an EGA Level II distinction for their leadership and commitment to excellence, according to the news release. Board Member Dawn Lang was recognized with a Level I distinction, symbolizing her contributions to the board’s mission.

The awards start at Level 1 — commendable — and rise to Level 4 — exemplary, according to the ISBA website. Board members accumulate “points” by attending ISBA events and activities that promote professional learning and development.

The HSE board as a whole received a Level I award, which is based on the collective point totals earned by all board members.

For more about ISBA’s EGA program and the full list of award recipients, visit isba-ind.org/ega.html.

The Hamilton Southeastern Schools Board of Trustees are, seated from left, Dawn Lang, Tiffanie Pascoe and Sarah Parks-Reese; standing from left, Suzanne Thomas, Ben Orr, Juanita Albright and Sarah Donsbach. (Photo courtesy of HSE)

Lawrence North shortstop puts up impressive hitting numbers

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Lawrence North High School senior shortstop Anna Mauck keeps racking up some impressive hitting accomplishments.

Mauck, who has signed a National Letter of Intent to play softball for the University of Kentucky next season, has a .469 batting average with three homers in the first nine games. She hit .529 with 13 homers and a school-record 70 runs batted in as a junior. She hit .474 with eight homers as a sophomore and .513 with nine homers as a freshman.

Wildcats coach Matt Marino said the four-year starter batted leadoff her first two years but moved into the No. 3 slot last year because of her ability to drive in runs.

Marino said her biggest strength is consistency as her career batting average is .503.

“She is also very strong defensively as

MEET ANNA MAUCK

Favorite athlete: University of Kentucky shortstop Erin Coffel

Favorite subject: Math

Favorite vacation spot: Alys Beach, Fla.

she can play infield or outfield at a high level,” Marino said. “She has a lot of speed. She’s stolen a lot of bases, too.”

Marino said Mauck has developed a better mental understanding of the game.

“This includes knowing game situations offensively and defensively and what needs to be done in those situations,”

Marino said. “Over her career, her improvements have been in team leadership as she has been a team captain for two years.”

Mauck said her biggest improvement has been battling back with two strikes at the plate.

“It’s swinging at every pitch and not being too picky,” she said. “It’s just developing patience and an attack mode of when I need to be less picky and figuring out balls that are close enough to be hit.”

Her goal is to raise her batting average this season.

“I want to break as many school records as possible and maybe make all-state first team,” said Mauck, who was named Class 3A/4A second team all-state last year by the Softball Coaches Association of Indiana.

Mauck plays for a travel softball team, Tennessee Fury Platinum X, which plays in tournaments across the U.S. She plays shortstop and third base on her travel team.

She chose Kentucky for several reasons.

“The campus was beautiful,” said Mauck, who plans to major in business marketing. “The coaching staff was nice and welcoming. The Kentucky coach came to nearly every one of our games in the summer. It was cool to see how persistent and how much they wanted me. I felt they wanted me and would be there for me and it’s not super far from home.”

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Lawrence North shortstop Anna Mauck is hitting .469 through the first nine games. (Photo courtesy of Matt Marino)

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Lawrence North High School students to present “The Addams Family” CREEPY AND KOOKY

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

The classic TV show “The Addams Family” is a multi-generational favorite, with viewers of the original 1960s program to kids in the ‘80s who grew up watching reruns, to fans of the various 1990s movie versions and, most recently, those who streamed the Netflix show “Wednesday,” based on the fictitious family’s young daughter.

Lawrence North High School actors will tap into that popularity with their production of the musical “The Addams Family,” set for 7 p.m. May 3, and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. May 4 at the school’s auditorium.

Director Greg Johnson said he loves the show, in part because it speaks to his own dark side,

“I like the fact that the show itself is very quirky, because they kind of embrace that darker side of who they are,” he said of the characters. “And then they’re more real. Sometimes in life, I feel like kids will put on masks, because they don’t embrace the fact that they have all this stuff they’re dealing with inside, but the Addamses just embrace that and therefore they actually are more real with each other.”

Johnson said there’s a deeper message within the humor and the quirkiness of the musical that teenagers can relate to. He added that the show involves a large ensemble cast, which is different from last year’s production.

“Last year, we did a very lead-heavy show with not a lot of dance numbers and not a lot of big ensembles,” he said. “It was time to do more of that dance-heavy show, more chorus involvement. Plus, we needed a show that was relatively cheap, compared to the $3,500 plant that we got last year.”

The expensive “plant” was a custom-designed puppet for the school’s production of “Little Shop of Horrors.”

The plot of the upcoming show involves Wednesday Addams and her new boyfriend, who comes from a more traditional type of family. The two families’ differences lead to some conflicts.

Clive Guidry plays Gomez Addams, and said his character is goofy, dark and deeply in love with his wife. Gomez also loves his children and cares about family in general. Guidry added that the process has been a

lot of fun, in part because the cast members get along so well.

Andrew King plays Mal Beineke, the father of Wednesday’s boyfriend.

“In their family, they’re very conservative in the sense that they’re not as, like, open as (the Addamses),” King said. “That creates a lot of conflict for him, watching his son — who was much more open than him — start to get feelings for this family who is very different from them.”

Moth Scott plays Morticia Addams, and said it is a dream character for her.

“I kind of identify with Morticia a lot and my current relationship is a lot like that Morticia-Gomez dynamic, so that’s really fun,” she said. “And, of course, I’ve got people in this cast that I’ve known since preschool — all of the people are so talented and so fun to work with.”

Grace Rehmel plays Alice Beineke, the boyfriend’s sister. She said the character

appears to be happy and light on the surface but has her own dark side.

“She holds all this stuff back and she keeps it all inside,” she said. “And then at one point, she just breaks through and she just lets it all out. And then her true self comes out. And she’s like, ‘Well, might as well be me.’”

Lucas Beineke, the boyfriend, is played by Taylor Smith, who described the character as “average to a fault,” which is why he’s drawn to the not-so-average Addams family.

Johnson said he hopes the popularity of “The Addams Family” in all its iterations over the decades will bring people out to see the results of the young actors’ hard work.

“The cast is phenomenal,” he said. “I feel like they’re perfect for their roles. They’re very bought into the show, from the cast to the crew to the publicity people. Ev-

erybody’s really in it this year. And that’s exciting.”

For tickets and more information, visit lawrencenorth.ltschools.org and scroll down to the show link.

ON THE COVER:

IF YOU GO:

WHAT: Lawrence North High School’s production of “The Addams

WHEN: 7 p.m. May 3; and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. May 4

WHERE: Lawrence North High School auditorium, 7802 Hague Rd.

HOW: Visit lawrencenorth.ltschools. org and scroll down to the show link

Family”

(Below) Clive Guidry as Gomez Addams and Moth Scott as Morticia Addams rehearse a song and dance for the Lawrence North High School spring musical, “The Addams Family.”

(Above) Lawrence North High School students will perform “The Addams Family” May 3 and 4. (Photos by Leila Kheiry)

The cast of Lawrence North High School’s spring musical, “The Addams Family,” rehearse the opening number at the school auditorium. (Photo by Leila Kheiry)

Former Lawrence official joins Schmidt Associates

Korn stated that listening is key to understanding a client’s design needs.

APPOINTMENT

Former City of Lawrence Chief of Staff Cori Korn has joined Schmidt Associates, a Midwest architectural and engineering firm, as a business development representative.

According to an announcement from the company, Korn will engage with central Indiana business and community leaders to address their facility design needs, fostering growth and development within communities.

“Being in a position to unite everyone for the best outcomes is something I look forward to doing,” Korn stated.

“I have a passion for serving and being a transformational connector who can provide tangible solutions for the community’s benefit.”

Sarah Hempstead, CEO and principal of Schmidt Associates, expressed enthusiasm for Korn’s arrival and shared what her appointment will mean for the firm’s clients.

“Korn brings a wealth of diverse experience to Schmidt Associates, including expertise in customer service, product development, executive and retail management, municipal government and fundraising,” the announcement stated. “Her most recent roles have included serving as the chief of staff for (former) Mayor Steve Collier in the City of Lawrence and as the executive director for the Lawrence Township Education Foundation. These positions have honed her abilities to understand and meet community needs effectively, making her an invaluable asset to the Schmidt Associates team.”

“Having Cori join our team represents a significant step forward in our mission to deliver exceptional design solutions for our clients,” Hempstead stated. “Her proven record of building relationships and her commitment to community development align perfectly with our values and we are excited to see the impact she will make.”

In addition to her new position, Korn is the secretary for Arts for Lawrence, an advisory council member for Heartland Film and an external affairs committee member for Safe Sitter. She has a Bachelor of Science in Environment, Textiles and Design from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

For more about Schmidt Associates, visit schmidt-arch.com.

DISPATCHES

Duke Energy files for rate increase — Citing $1.6 billion in investments, including a modernized electric grid more resistant to power outages, hundreds of miles of new power lines, environmental responsibilities, increased electric grid security and new systems for customer convenience, Duke Energy has filed a rate increase request with state utility regulators. If approved, rates would go up 12 percent in 2025 and 4 percent in 2026. On average, that would be an overall increase of about $28 per month for residential customers, according to an announcement from the company. For more, visit duke-energy.com/ home/billing/dei-rates-2024.

Survey shows credit union a top workplace — Indiana Members Credit Union was recently named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Indiana by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s statewide survey and awards program. The program is designed

to evaluate participating organizations and honor those with the highest levels of employee satisfaction and engagement in the workplace, according to a news release from Indiana Members Credit Union.

Book Drive – KG’s Kids, Inc. and Bank of America are teaming up to host a book drive throughout the month of April to benefit Indianapolis Public Schools and Warren Township Schools. The goal is to collect at least 3,000 new or gently used books, primarily for elementary and middle schoolaged children. Books can be dropped off through April 30 at BOA branches at 10800 N. Michigan Rd. in Zionsville; 11530 Illinois St. in Carmel; 9770 E. 116th St. in Fishers; and 8551 River Rd. in Indianapolis. KG’s Kids, Inc. is a nonprofit organization started by Indianapolis Colts tight end Kylen Granson with a mission to emphasize education, starting with reading. Learn more at kgskids.com.

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First eye exam recommendation

Commentary by Dr. Frannie Fiechter

As a parent, you might wonder: When is the best age to take my child for their first eye exam?

VISION

We find that many parents think age 9 or 10 is appropriate because that’s when they remember first needing glasses. You might be surprised to know that the best age for kids to have their first comprehensive eye exam is around 3 years old! We, of course, love to see children much sooner if parents or pediatricians have any concerns.

Why is 3 the magic number? A huge part of the development of the visual system happens at an extremely young age. Surprisingly, most children who require glasses at a young age will never give us any external warning signs.

We like to explain it to parents this way: For the same reason that we sing silly songs to teach numbers, colors, letters and language at a very young age, development of the visual system also occurs early in life. We only get two eyes and we have to make sure that system is developing properly.

Thankfully, most children will not need glasses at a young age, and we just get to look at their eyes with special flashlights and instruments to make sure they are healthy. However, some children who are asymptomatic can have very large prescriptions and require glasses.

Kids don’t know what they don’t know and sometimes don’t tell a parent if they can’t see the leaves on the tree. Getting glasses early will teach the brain how to see properly. If we wait until they are 9 or 10 years old, we have lost some of the window of opportunity to help as much as we could have when they were younger.

You might think that your child is too wiggly or doesn’t sit still long enough to be checked yet. Thankfully pediatric optometrists have some incredible tools, toys and games to see the prescriptions and health of the eye for even the wiggliest children!

Dr. Frannie Fiechter is an optometrist at Little Eyes Pediatric Eye Care. You may reach her at DrFiechter@LittleEYES.com.

Therapy can lead to independence

Commentary by Rachel Lower

There are numerous reasons your daily life activities may become a challenge. Occupational therapists help you regain your everyday skills and abilities to increase your independence and safety.

TREATMENT

THE FIRST STEP TOWARD INDEPENDENCE

Occupational therapists work with you on functional tasks, increase your upper extremity range of motion, address edema control, cognition and visual deficits, and help you enhance your fine motor skills. Occupational therapy aims to help you gain independence and thrive daily. During your first visit, your occupational therapist will evaluate what you can do and where you might have limitations. You will also be asked questions about your roles at work and at home and your everyday activities.

YOUR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EVALUATION

Your occupational therapist must establish a baseline to track your progress. You will begin with an assessment of your current abilities and needs.

This individualized assessment may cover the following:

• Self-care activities, such as feeding, grooming, bathing and dressing

• Activities of independent living, like household and financial management and cooking

• Mobility and cognitive ability

• Strength and range of motion

• Vision and sensation

• Coordination and fine motor activities

SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

After the initial assessment, your occupational therapist will provide suggestions and recommendations for resumed productive lifestyles with current limitations and precautions and ways to improve limitations.

Don’t put off regaining your independence. Visit iuhealth.org to learn more or find an occupational therapist near you.

Rachel Lower is an occupational therapist and manager of Rehabilitation Services at IU Health North

Balancing the scales of trust

Commentary by Terry Anker

ESSAY

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Stephen Covey, author of the seminal “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” is attributed with positing that, “Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships.” In the book, which incidentally has sold more than 20 million copies since its first printing in 1989, he argues for character as the human Polaris rather than building or following a cult founded only on personality. There are many more expert Covey readers, but his premise seems iron clad. Trust is essential. Trust is a force multiplier. Trust may not be required but it sure makes life easier.

The form that such confidence might take is nearly limitless. We might trust a child to be responsible, or a caregiver to administer medications, or a taxi driver to deliver us safely, or a soldier to protect our sovereignty, or a teacher to help educate our citizens, or a politician to keep our interests front in their

hearts. Each is a distinct variation of the type. As such, they uniquely hold a corresponding bit of real estate in our conscience and well-being. Therefore, the betrayal of that trust will influence both the mundane and grand elements of our existence. When good faith is lost by a child that didn’t wait to eat their dessert, we can recover by letting them mature a bit before giving them another shot, maybe a day, week or month. If fractured by a grown adult, the repair is more complex and elusive.

What is the obligation of the one who betrayed the trust and of the one harmed? Should we be less trusting or they be more responsible? Should we have been more explicit in the confidence, or they more protective of the information? Trust us, it is complicated.

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing,

Sad goodbye, but time for me to fly

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Friends, this month marks my 17th anniversary of writing for Current. 17th! That’s approximately 850 weekly columns sharing my sometimes crazy, often mundane life in suburban Indiana. But an exciting opportunity has developed, and I’ve made the decision to take a break. Alas, this is farewell, at least for now.

HUMOR

In February of 2023, my husband Doo and I listened to a podcast about a young couple who had quit their jobs and traveled for one year. Within 10 minutes, we had hit pause and were seriously discussing doing the same. It was crazy, sure, but we figured there’d never be a better time. So, we pulled the trigger. We leave July 1 for Australia! Then, it’s Indonesia in August, and after that, who knows? Apart from a few bucket list countries, we’ll see where the cheap flights and warm weather takes us.

It won’t be all play. Doo will be digital nomad-ing, I’ll be taking online classes, and we hope to take advantage of work exchanges to stay on budget. But I will not be writing columns. Although I love the process, I don’t want the responsibility. The only thing I want to think about is whether Mai Tais are appropriate before noon.

So, thank you. Thank you for allowing me to vent about Doo, my kids, mean moms, annoying pets, PTO fundraisers, diaper debacles, Scroogey librarians, the perils of competitive dance, moving, sisterhood, road trips gone awry, 2020, incontinence, my ghostly complexion, tinsel wars, terrible drivers who don’t understand zipper merges, parenting woes and, of course, hillbilly shenanigans involving attic racoons.

It’s been a pleasure, and more importantly, an honor. Peace out.

Smoked chicken to gag for

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

My wife Mary Ellen has been cooking dinner for me almost every night for more than 44 years. I always felt guilty about that, but never guilty enough to do anything about it. There was a short period when I was in charge of the barbecuing. I was old-school then and still used charcoal, but Mary Ellen read somewhere that this was an unhealthy way to prepare food. Of course, the meat alone was enough to raise our LDL, no matter how we cooked it.

HUMOR

Then we got a new Weber Grill. I had trouble mastering exactly how long to cook our carnivorian (if that’s even a word) selections. Medium-rare is OK for steaks, but it’s life-threatening with poultry.

“This chicken is certainly in the pink,” Mary Ellen told me one night when I took our dinner off the grill. This was not intended as a compliment to the chicken. Or to the chef.

After I was barred from cooking on our deck, I decided to give it a go inside with our new air fryer, another appliance I knew nothing about. But how difficult could it be? I mean, frying with air? This sounded like a fool-proof endeavor. Even for me.

My first attempt at using the new fryer was making a recipe I found on a social media website. You view a sped-up video making you think you can cook this masterpiece in 12 seconds. They usually don’t give you written directions and I still haven’t figured out how to save something or print it out. No matter now, when Mary Ellen found out I had a TikTok account, I was cooked. Account closed.

The recipe was for lemon garlic chicken. I placed the cutlets and all the required ingredients in a plastic baggie, gave it a good shake and let it marinate. Then I placed it all in a pan and slid it into the air

“After I was barred from cooking on our deck, I decided to give it a go inside with our new air fryer, another appliance I knew nothing about. But how difficult could it be?

I mean, frying with air?”

– DICK WOLFSIE

fryer. But first I slathered the top of the bird with olive oil. That was my own little touch.

Mary Ellen had retreated to the back porch to enjoy her night off. I dozed off in my office easy chair. About five minutes later, I was awakened when smoke came billowing from the kitchen. Fumes filled the entire house. What should I do? Call 911? Or Emeril Lagasse?

The problem was that the directions called for baking the recipe in the oven –not the air fryer. And not with oil. Oops! Mary Ellen was aghast at this mistake.

“Look at those directions again. You did something wrong,” she said.

I tried to confirm that she was correct, but it was hard to see the recipe through all the smoke.

But here’s the good news: The chicken that night was very crispy.

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Narducci returns to ‘A Little Night Music’ for Indy Opera

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Daniel Narducci has a history with Stephen Sondheim’s “A Little Night Music,” beginning in 1988 as a junior in Indiana University’s music school.

PERFORMANCES

“It was my first appearance at IU and my first experience performing Sondheim,” Narducci said.

Narducci, who plays Fredrik Egerman in Indianapolis Opera’s production of “A Little Night Music” May 3-5 at The Toby Theater at Newfields in Indianapolis. The musical examines the romantic lives of several couples in Sweden in 1900.

Narducci, a Unionville resident, played Count Carl-Magnus Malcolm at IU.

“I did two tours of Lancelot and then eventually ascended to the throne as King Arthur in ‘Camelot’ with Indianapolis Opera,” Narducci said. “I’ve kind of matured into the role of Fredrik versus Carl-Magnus.”

Narducci performed in other Sondheim pieces in concerts through the years and performed in “Sweeney Todd” with the Cleveland Opera.

“What is amazing to me (is) how the music just stuck with me when I listened back intently when preparing the role,” Narducci said. “All of Carl Magnus’ lines came flying back into my mind. It’s almost like it never left. We sing a duet together, so I had to learn the other part.”

His wife sings “Send in the Clowns,” later a huge hit for Judy Collins.

His wife, Heather Hertling Narducci, plays Desiree Armfeldt in the production. The couple plays the two principal lead characters in the musical.

“The joke around the house is she sings the hit song and I have a song as well, and she’ll say, ‘What is your song called again?’” Narducci said. “My song is called ‘Now,’ one of the more challenging in the baritone world because of the expediency of text.”

“It’s been wonderful preparing for this role with (Heather) and digging into (the) backstory of the two characters,” Narducci said.

The Narduccis have a duet album called “Our Broadway Romance.”

fell in love with ‘A Little Night Music’ and it made a profound impact on my musical tastes moving forward. I have admired the genius of Sondheim ever since.”

As director of the University of Indianapolis Opera Theatre, she produced this musical with her students.

“They became better actors and singers through the process,” Hacker said. “They learned the importance of telling a story and how to mine for gold in each phrase. There is no richer teaching vehicle than a Sondheim lyric, and in the meanwhile, they committed an extraordinary musical score to memory.”

Hacker said the production brings everything full circle with the Indianapolis Opera.

“I came to Indianapolis as a young singer to work for the Indianapolis Opera as part of their Outreach Ensemble back in the 1980s and have made Indianapolis my home ever since,” Hacker said. “I am delighted to share in this production at this stage of my life, to be in the hands of such a formidable artistic staff and to create good theater with a truly talented cast.”

Whiteland resident Zoe Lowe plays Fredrika. Lowe, a sophomore homeschool student through Indiana Online via Martinsville High School, is excited to make her Indy Opera debut.

“We’ve appeared in shows together but mostly in concerts,” he said.

Kathleen Hacker, who plays Madam Armfeldt, appeared in “A Little Night Music” way back in the last century, she said jokingly.

”The show was offered by Starlight Musicals, an iconic summer musical series presented for many years in Indianapolis, and I was cast in the repertory ensemble for that summer season,” Hacker said. “I

“I thank my lucky stars every day that I get to be a part of this incredible show and work with some incredible talent,” Lowe said. “This will be my 22nd show that I have been in. Musical theater is my favorite outlet and I always treasure every moment I spend on stage.”

Lowe said the main challenge is fully memorizing her role before going on stage.

“This is a new phenomenon for me, but I think that it has helped grow my discipline as an actress and has encouraged me to continue to work hard in what I do,” she said.

For more, visit indyopera.org.

‘THE KING AND I’

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “The King and I” runs through May 19 at the Indianapolis venue. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

FEINSTEIN’S CABARET

Comedy Night is set for May 2, followed by Don Farrell’s Frank Sinatra tribute May 3 and Indy Nights with Ryan Ahlwardt and Friends May 4 at Feinstein’s cabaret at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. All performances start at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

‘ANASTASIA’

Civic Theatre’s production of “Anastasia” runs through May 11 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

‘FORBIDDEN BROADWAY’

Actors Theatre of Indiana presents “Forbidden Broadway” through May 12 at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit atistage.org.

’THE DINNER PARTY’

Carmel Community Players presents “The Dinner Party” through May 5 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

DISPATCH

Indianapolis Ballet, ISO collaborate on ‘Romeo and Juliet’ — Indianapolis Ballet and Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will collaborate on “Romeo and Juliet” May 3 at Clowes Memorial Hall in Indianapolis.

ISO Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly leads the orchestra in the production by renowned choreographer Septime Webre. The original production debuted in 1994 with IB’s founding Artistic Director Victoria Lyras as one of the original Juliets. Since then, the production has evolved and traveled to leading ballet companies worldwide, including The Washington Ballet and Hong Kong Ballet. Indianapolis Ballet and Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra last collaborated in 2018.

Daniel Narducci and Heather Hertling Narducci appear in Indianapolis Opera’s production of “A Little Night Music.” (Photo courtesy of Daniel Narducci)

Hacker Lowe

Couple enjoys roles in ‘King & I’

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

For Nathalie Cruz, the time was right to return to the stage.

MUSICAL

“Since COVID, I took a step back to do what I feel like I missed while doing theater straight for 10 years,” the Carmel resident said. “Three years is a long time to be gone and the calling to be on stage has somewhat become palpable.”

Nathalie is sharing the stage with her husband Ian Cruz in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “The King and I,” which runs through May 19 at the Indianapolis venue.

Nathalie has performed in “Victor/Victoria,” “Drowsy Chaperone” and “West Side Story” with her husband.

“This is another one for the books,” Nathalie said. “It’s a memory that we will both have fun looking back for sure.” Ian is definitely enjoying it.

“Although we only have one scene together, it’s a gift to me to witness her brilliance in the various roles she’s played, but especially in her role of Lady Thiang in our

Area cast members in “The King and I”, front, Gemma and Calvin Lai, Zionsville; back, from left, are Ian and Nathalie Cruz, Carmel, Willa Cortez, Noblesville, and Sam Tiek, Carmel. (Photo courtesy of Beef & Boards)

current production when she’s on stage,” said Ian, who plays Kralahome. “I believe it’s been more than a decade, ‘The Drowsy Chaperone,’ since we’ve been together on stage, so it’s always a treat when we get the chance to do so just because it’s fun.”

Carmel High School senior Sam Tiek said he has wanted to return to Beef & Boards for a long time.

“I really enjoy the atmosphere the theater provides, and joining this cast has been such a cool experience,” Tiek said.

Tiek is part of the ensemble. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

A different kind of prom

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Senior Izzy Casciani missed the Zionsville Community High School prom to attend a prom of a much different nature.

MUSIC

Casciani performed as a vocalist in two shows of music from “The Trouble with Dead Boyfriends” April 20 at The Toby Theater at Newfields in Indianapolis. The performances were part of Discovering Broadway’s incubation process. The monster musical comedy involves three girls who cast an undying love spell to summon their dream dates for prom.

“I was lucky enough to go twice with one of my friends,” Casciani said of the ZCHS prom. “So, I felt like I got the experience, but I’d just say this was maybe 100 times better than prom, so it wasn’t that hard (of a choice).”

Casciani had the opportunity to appear alongside some performers who are already making their mark in the entertainment industry, including Barrett Wilbert Weed (Broadway’s “Mean Girls”), Andrew Durand (Tony Award-winning “War Horse”),

From left, Izzy Casciani and Sadie Cohen participating in concert of “The Trouble with Dead Boyfriends.”

(Photo by Mark Ambrogi)

Myha’la (HBO’s “Industry,” Netflix’s “Leave the World Behind”), 2014 Carmel High School graduate Eric Wiegand (Broadway’s “Plaza Suite”, Hulu’s “Tiny Beautiful Things”) and Arica Jackson (“The Book of Mormon”).

Discovering Broadway was founded in 2012 by CHS graduate Joel Kirk, who directed the April 20 performances.

CHS freshman Sadie Cohen was one of the backup vocalists.

“Not knowing any of the music before it was really cool to work with people who are super experienced,” Cohen said. “It was great to get advice and learn about that because I definitely want to do this as my career.

Cheers to summer wines

Commentary by Mark LaFay

The month of May is right around the corner, which means I am another year older, race fans will start trickling into town and the unofficial start of summer is almost here.

LIBATIONS

The consistently warmer temperatures have been luring our family outside more often. We’ve officially set up the back porch so we can relax on these warmer, longer weekend evenings while the kids run around. I love enjoying a refreshing glass of wine on the back porch and recently I got to try some really tasty wines that are perfect for patio sipping.

Ameztoi Rubentis: This wine is called Txakolina (chock-oh-lee-nuh) and comes from the Basque region of Spain. It’s made from red and white indigenous grapes fermented with native yeasts. What makes this wine extra fun is that it’s slightly fizzy. The fermentation vessel is sealed toward the end of fermentation, allowing carbon dioxide to build up and make the wine fizzy and delicious. This light, crisp, and dry wine is served chilled.

Easton Amador County Zinfandel: This classic zinfandel is made with ripe red zinfandel grapes grown in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in Amador County, Calif. The wine is light-bodied, fully dry and packed with a variety of flavors. Typically, I would suggest cellar temperatures (55 degrees) for red wines, but this one can be served a bit more chilled.

Laporte Sancerre Terre Des Anges: This name is a bit of a mouthful. Sancerre is a region in the Loire Valley of France where white Sancerre is made from Sauvignon Blanc. I love this particular wine because it’s dry, acidic and refreshing. It’s packed with plenty of lemon and peaches. Serve chilled and thank me later.

Give these wines a try. You can find them at Kahn’s, 21st Amendment in Fishers, and Grapevine Cottage in Zionsville. Cheers to spring and almost summer!

Mark LaFay is a butcher, certified sommelier and founder of Old Major Market, 4201 Millersville Rd., Suite 19, Indianapolis

Blueprint for Improvement: Outdoor enhancements in Zionsville

Commentary by Larry Greene

Built in Zionsville’s Austin Oaks section in 1999, this home’s owners were looking to make their outdoor space more dynamic. Our design included space for entertaining and protection from the elements while featuring low-maintenance materials that make upkeep a breeze.

THE BLUEPRINT

• The existing raised deck was removed and a screened porch, new deck and ground-level patio were built in its place.

• The new porch provides protection from the sun, rain and insects while the stone fireplace can provide a relaxing ambiance and warmth to extend outdoor enjoyment through the fall.

• An outdoor kitchen and integrated storage were added to make entertaining, meal prep and cleanup a breeze. Trex composite decking provides the look of natural wood with minimal maintenance and added durability.

• Roofing, siding and soffits were carefully crafted to match the home’s façade, ensuring the new porch blends seamlessly into the existing aesthetic.

Larry Greene is the owner of Worthington Design & Remodeling (formerly Case). You may email him at lgreene@worthingtonindy.com or visit worthingtonindy.com for more remodeling inspiration and advice.

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Home tour benefits Eskenazi Health

By Mary Farucci news@youarecurrent.com

Established in 1961, the Decorators’ Show House & Gardens nonprofit is celebrating its 63rd anniversary with its signature fundraising event with a tour of the historic Sylvan House at Northern Estates on the northwest side of Indianapolis.

EVENT

Built in 1927, the Tudor-style home will be open for tours April 27 through May 12.

Presented by the nonprofit St. Margaret’s Hospital Guild, a volunteer organization that raises funds and services for Eskenazi Health, the annual Decorators’ Show House & Gardens is the longest-running show house event in the U.S. It is also the organization’s largest fundraiser for the John & Kathy Ackerman Mental health Professional Development Center at Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center.

Mandy Heslin, president of the St. Margaret’s Hospital Guild, said the organization’s fundraising efforts are in the third year of a four-year partnership with Eskenazi Health. The goal is to raise $1 million for

the John and Kathy Ackerman Center for Professional Development at the Sandra Eskenazi Health Center.

Homes chosen for the annual tour, such as the Sylvan House, are selected through a process that includes meeting specific criteria.

“A lot of the homes used for the Show House are typically historical,” Heslin said. “They all have some sort of interesting feature.”

All featured homes must have four or more bedrooms. They also must have a front and back staircase for flow and have between 8,000 to 12,000 square feet of space, with 10,000 square feet being the average. For those reasons, many of the homes that are selected are on Meridian Street, Pennsylvania Street or Washington Boulevard because they meet the criteria.

Besides the home tour, the two-week Decorators’ Show House & Gardens event includes live music, food for purchase and floral arrangement, among other attractions.

For more or to purchase tickets, which start at $35, visit ShowHouseIndy.org.

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