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Lawrence council OKs trash fee increase
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
City of Lawrence waste removal rates increased effective July 2 following a June 26 vote by the Lawrence Common Council.
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The council unanimously approved an ordinance adjusting rates to match the city’s costs associated with a new contract negotiated in 2023 with Priority Waste. The ordinance calls for a monthly trash and recycling collection fee of $17.50 per household with a senior discount of $5 per month for residents 65 or older. Rates will increase by 60 cents each January.
The rates had been $15 per residence
with a senior rate of $9 per month.
The ordinance also sets a new fee of $4 per month for additional trash or recycling containers — an increase from the current rate of $1.25 per month — $2 apiece for overage tags for items that don’t fit into a container and $60 for replacement containers.
Lawrence Deputy Chief of Staff LeAndre Level told councilmembers that the previous administration opted to not ask the council for a rate increase when the contract was negotiated, leaving that for Mayor Deb Whitfield’s administration. He said that without adjusting rates, the city would continue to face an approximately $12,000 monthly deficit, totaling nearly $150,000 annually.
Councilor Tyrrell Giles (D-District 1) ex-
pressed frustration, noting that the council had no input when the new contract was negotiated.
“I’m talking to the people watching me on TV — I want them to know and be clear, and for all the citizens — this is something that was hung on our head by the prior administration,” he said. “The councilors that are on there had no input, no discussion. I learned about (Priority) becoming our provider in the (Lawrence Lift newsletter) like everyone else, but I’m the one that’s got to have my name on this bill to raise their rates.”
The five-year contract with Priority was approved by the Lawrence Board of Public Works in October 2023. The city’s previous contract with Republic Services expired in December 2023.
Lawrence council to consider more stop signs, special events code
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
The City of Lawrence Common Council had a short meeting July 1, with only five of nine members in attendance.
GOVERNMENT
The only action the council took was to appoint Filmore Artis to fill a vacancy on the city’s Utilities Board following the resignation of one of that board’s members. Council President Betty Robinson (D-at large) nominated Artis. She said he is a minister at her church and a longtime Lawrence resident.
The appointment was unanimously approved by councilors in attendance. Those councilors were Robinson, Sherron Freeman (D-District 3), Zach Cramer (D-District 5), Kristie Krone (D-District 6) and Liz Masur (D-at large).
Two proposals on the agenda were postponed because they had been referred to the council’s Code Committee, which
The Lawrence Common Council met in regular session July 1 at Lawrence Government Center. (Photo courtesy of the City of Lawrence)
had not met since the measures were introduced June 26. The first is an ordinance that would create new all-way stops at the intersections of High View Court and Winding Creek Place, Pine Grove Court and Winding Creek Drive, and West Ridge Circle and Winding Creek Place.
According to the ordinance, the measure was drafted in response to con-
cerns expressed by residents of those neighborhoods.
The second proposal is a resolution that would add a special events code to establish a framework for issuing special events permits. The proposed language of that code states that permits would be needed for most special events where more than 100 people are expected to attend.
The proposed code would include a permit application fee of $150. Other fees are vendor fees, administrative fees for events that violate the code and fees for permits submitted less than 90 days before a planned event. City officials would be allowed to waive some fees, depending on the type of event and the organization applying for a permit.
The next Lawrence Common Council meeting is 6:30 p.m. July 17 at Lawrence Government Center, 9001 E. 59th St. It will be livestreamed on the city’s Facebook page, facebook.com/cityoflawrencein.
Man arrested after Fishers Taco Bell robbery
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Fishers Police Department officers arrested a 24-year-old Indianapolis man early in the morning June 30 after he allegedly robbed a Taco Bell on Allisonville Road, fled from police and fired a gun.
Police received a report at about 1:30 a.m. June 30 of a robbery and carjacking at the restaurant, according to a news release from FPD. Police were told that several men drew guns at the drive-through window and demanded money and one of the suspects had left in a stolen blue Dodge Challenger.
Officers saw the stolen vehicle driving southbound on Allisonville and attempted to stop the car. A pursuit led south on Allisonville into Marion County, where the vehicle stopped.
The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, who police identified as Fredrick Nance, exited the car and fled on foot. Several officers, including a K-9 team, chased the suspect. The K-9 was released by its handler for apprehension.
During the foot pursuit, officers heard a gunshot. No officers or the K-9 were injured. Officers apprehended Nance with assistance from the K-9. Nance was medically evaluated and then transported to Hamilton County Jail.
Nance allegedly had several stolen items in his possession, and a handgun was located near where he was taken into custody. The handgun was a Glock with a machine-gun conversion device. The victims allegedly identified Nance as a suspect in the case.
During a police interview, Nance allegedly confessed to the robbery, auto theft and firing a shot. He is in custody on 12 preliminary felony and misdemeanor charges. Anyone with information regarding other suspects is asked to call 317-595-3300.
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LC to host robotics competition
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
Lawrence Central High School will host the 2024 Indiana Robotics Invitational, with nearly 60 FIRST Robotics teams from near and far converging at the school for a two-day competition July 12 and 13.
COMPETITION
Jeff Smith is the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township’s Kil-A-Bytes coach, and said teams will represent 19 states and three countries — the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Indiana teams participating in the competition are the TechHOUNDS from Carmel, Kil-A-Bytes from McKenzie Center/Lawrence Township, Tiger Dynasty from Fishers High School, TechnoKats from Kokomo, Cyber Blue from Perry Meridian, Digital Goats from Warren Central, Red Alert Robotics from Center Grove, Harrison Boiler Robotics from West Lafayette, CyberTooth from Northwestern and SuPURDUEper Robotics from Purdue Polytechnic.
Smith said that in addition to robots, the invitational has another big attraction.
“Oddly enough, one of the most popular things there — aside from great robots — is the grilled corn,” he said. “Our team — 1024 The Kil-A-Bytes — is in charge of concessions and will go through about 1,000 ears in two days.”
The public is welcome to attend and cheer on their favorite teams.
Doors open for the event at 7:30 a.m. each day, with opening ceremonies at 9:15 a.m. July 12 and 8:15 a.m. July 13 at Lawrence Central High School, 7300 E. 56th St. Enter at the north side of the school — Door 18.
Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township’s Kil-A-Bytes robotics team is one of about 60 that will compete in the July 12 and 13 Indiana Robotics Invitational. (Photo courtesy of MSDLT)
Construction of the City of Lawrence’s newest pedestrian trail kicked off during the last week of June, with financing from a $1.7 million Next Level Trails grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. The first segment of the Lee Road trail will stretch along Lee Road from Lee Road Park to East 63rd Street. The second segment will run along East 63rd from Lee Road to Winona Drive. The paved trail will span 1.2 miles, providing improved pedestrian access to Fort Harrison State Park, The Fort Golf Course, Civic Plaza, Forest Glen Elementary, Ivy Tech and businesses in the Fort Ben campus. (Photo courtesy of the City of Lawrence)
LEE ROAD TRAIL WORK BEGINS
Fishers native promotes diversity with online content
By Jennifer A. Haire news@currentinfishers.com
Online content creator Thu-Hang Doan of Fishers takes pride in creating experiential content with integrity and truth. The Vietnamese American, gender-fluid filmmaker and artist blends real-life everyday experiences through the eyes of the trans community.
FILMMAKING
“I hope they’ll see a more human side to the trans community and know that I’m a person that eats, laughs and breathes, and we are all the same in the human condition,” Doan said.
Doan was born and raised in Fishers and graduated from Fishers High School in 2022 at age 16.
Aspiring to become an illustrator and animator, Doan wanted to attend California Institute of the Arts, but limited financial resources required exploring options closer to home. With the help of grants and scholarships, Doan received an associate’s degree in visual communications from Ivy Tech Community College in 2023 and is now attending IU Indianapolis.
After one semester, Doan “realized animation wasn’t for me. It’s a very indoor job,” and they switched focus from animation to media arts with a specialization in video production. Doan is on track to graduate in May 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in media art and sciences.
The change of direction led Doan down their current path. Balancing personal responsibilities and schoolwork left little time for leisure drawing, and food became a coping mechanism for stress.
A fan of the Food Network and food documentaries, Doan started creating a digital scrapbook of favorite restaurants.
“Which places were my favorite, which places I should take friends to if they ever visit Indiana,” Doan said. “Businesses started to pay attention to my account and started messaging me, (asking me to) come out and try (the) menu.”
One of Doan’s first projects was a YouTube video featuring local Filipino food vendors.
“I really want to share immigrant stories and the history of the food we have here in Indy, because a lot of people think Indiana doesn’t really have any diversity, but we do,” Doan said. “There’s so much
rich culture and different food you can eat here. It’s so cool.”
Preferring the terms online content creator or YouTuber rather than influencer, Doan’s distinctive and community-based content focuses predominantly on food from local restaurants, cafés, food stands and farmers markets, featuring about three to five new businesses a week. Their honest perspective has led to some businesses making improvements to their products.
“I think that’s the reason that my audience is very loyal, is because they know when I say I like something, I like it with my heart and I mean it,” Doan said, adding that people comment that the videos feel “more like I’m going to lunch with a friend and not like someone’s trying to sell me a product.”
Businesses that align with Doan’s morals and values take priority. They often look into the background of a company before agreeing to feature them.
“I will publicly reject partnerships if a company has done something unethical,” Doan said. “I’ve rejected partnerships from companies before, just because they don’t support marginalized communities.”
Doan’s goal is to create food documentaries and run an independent YouTube channel that goes beyond food, taking a more personal approach to topics and individuals they love that may be less mainstream.
“It’d be cool to show drag on my channel, or an artist’s process,” they said. “I want to host a lot of different guests.”
Doan’s social media links can be found at https://linktr.ee/hanghoamai.
Thu-Hang Doan of Fishers, seen in the Newfields gardens, is an online content creator and filmmaker who features diverse food throughout the greater Indianapolis area. (Photo by Zach Amrhien)
Colts Camp returns to Grand Park for 12 practices starting July 25. (File photo)
Colts Camp returns to Grand Park July 25
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
Colts training camp returns to Grand Park Campus in Westfield July 25, with 12 practices, the return of Colt City, theme days and joint practices with the Arizona Cardinals.
FOOTBALL
“The football season starts with Grand Park,” Indianapolis Colts Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Roger VanDerSnick said. “It is a chance for us to welcome 50,000 or 60,000 fans to these practices. It’s a chance for them to really see players in action in a different fashion than they can at Lucas Oil Stadium. It’s a wonderful place. It’s very different from most of the NFL. We’re one of the few teams that does this and we’re looking forward to opening up camp soon.”
Open practices are scheduled for July 25, 27, 28, 30 and 31 and Aug. 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 14 and 15. Tickets are required to enter. All practices are free to attend for fans 17 and younger. Tickets for five Primetime Practice days — July 27 and 28 and Aug. 4, 14 and 15 — are $5 for people 18 and older. Proceeds of those sales benefit the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis.
Parking at Grand Park is $5 in advance and $10 at the lot.
VanDerSnick said the Colts have made it a priority to make training camp accessible to fans and family friendly. This year’s theme days include Family Day, Give Back Sunday, Back to School and Salute to Service.
Colts Camp tickets can be purchased at colts.com/camp.
Installation
COVER STORY
RECOVERING HISTORY
Bell Ford Bridge installation at Geist Park planned for late summer/early fall
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
More than 150 years ago, the Bell Ford Bridge allowed Hoosiers to cross the White River in the southern Indiana town of Seymour. It served its purpose for about 100 years before it was deemed unsafe. A storm later destroyed half the dilapidated structure. The other half fell into the river in 2006.
The pieces were fished out of the water and stored in Jackson County until Hamilton County officials negotiated in 2018 to bring what was left of the bridge about 75 miles north.
That kicked off a years-long restoration project that is coming to an end later this summer. Construction crews are in the final stages of putting the bridge together — using original and replacement pieces — next to the Fishers AgriPark parking lot, less than a quarter mile from the bridge’s future home spanning Fall Creek at Geist Park.
Matt Lee is the bridge program engineer for Hamilton County Highway Department. He said that while the original Bell Ford Bridge had two spans — the section in between the supports — the restored bridge will be a single span.
It will include almost 90 percent original iron castings from the 1860s and a significant amount of the original wood.
“There are about 25 members that are comprised, either partially or entirely, of original timber,” he said. “That is about 40 percent of the primary truss members.”
Webb said that getting to the point of assembling the bridge involved a team of designers and engineers who looked at historic information about the structure, figured out what fit where and came up with a plan to put it all back together again — kind of like a big puzzle, but with lots of pieces missing, broken or mangled.
“A lot of these (iron) bars were kind of all tangled up and really bent,” he said. “It almost kind of looked like a a bird’s nest. They would come down and get the members that they felt they could restore and then took them back to their shop to do the restoration work on them. It was a lot of straightening.”
Webb said the original timeline for the project called for the bridge to be installed in September, but it is moving along faster than expected and that installation could be as soon as August. The timing doesn’t depend solely on completion of the bridge, though.
“There are some utility lines that you see around here,” he said, pointing out the overhead power lines along Florida Road. “Some of these utility lines are kind of low.”
And a tall, covered bridge moving down
the road would snag those lines.
When the time comes, the road will temporarily close while trucks and cranes maneuver the bridge into place. Webb said he’s heard from neighborhood residents who have been watching the progress and want to know the exact date ahead of time. They want to help celebrate the moment.
“They’re kind of planning some deck parties to watch the moving of the truss,” he said, adding that the bridge is the only combination-post truss remaining in the
INDIANA’S COVERED BRIDGES
Dan Collom is one of the contractors working on the Bell Ford Bridge restoration. He specializes in covered bridges and said he’s worked on 42 in his lifetime, starting when he was a teenager.
“I think mostly just because it’s a challenge,” he said. “It’s always a challenge and I enjoy timber work.”
Collom is from Indiana’s Parke County, which bills itself as the covered bridge capital of the world.
According to the Indiana Historic Bu-
reau, there used to be between 400 and 500 covered bridges in Indiana, with the first built in 1835 in Henry County. There are about 100 remaining and 31 of those are in Parke County.
The Bell Ford Bridge will be the second in Hamilton County. The other is at Potters Bridge Park, another Hamilton County park, at 19401 N. Allisonville Rd. The only covered bridge in Marion County, Traders Point Bridge, is on private property.
nation. “Most of the time, it’s exclusively steel, iron or timber. You don’t always have this combination.”
The new bridge also is the final piece needed to complete the Geist Greenway Trail. The City of Fishers recently completed its portion of that 5-mile pedestrian path running north and south from 96th to 131st streets
“The new Geist Greenway offers pedestrians and cyclists a scenic and accessible way to travel across east Fishers, while also fostering a culture of health in our community,” Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness said. “Our partnership with Hamilton County to restore and install this piece of Indiana history along the greenway makes this more than just a trail, but a destination in our city.”
The Bell Ford Bridge project cost about $7.5 million. Webb said the county received nearly $3 million in federal funding toward the project’s costs.
ON THE COVER: A covered bridge made with pieces from the historic Bell Ford Bridge is assembled next to the Fishers AgriPark parking lot on Florida Road by contractors for Hamilton County Parks and Recreation. (Photo by Leila Kheiry)
Once completed, the restored covered Bell Ford Bridge will be installed for pedestrian use over Fall Creek next to Geist Park on Florida Road. (Photos by Leila Kheiry)
Iron pieces of the restored Bell Ford Bridge are original to the historic structure, along with some of the wood beams.
Zionsville Community High School graduate gets dream role in ‘Legally Blonde’ at Beef & Boards
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Olivia Broadwater couldn’t have asked for a better launch to her professional career.
The 2020 Zionsville Community High School graduate will appear as Elle Woods in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “Legally Blonde: The Musical” July 11 to Aug. 25.
“I am over the moon about making my Beef & Boards debut,” Broadwater said. “Being from the Indy area, I have always known about the amazing productions taking place there and have dreamed of taking the stage myself one day. I never dreamed that my first time would be playing a dream role like Elle. I can’t explain how grateful I am for this opportunity. Also, my mom was an intern there when she was in college, so this is even more special to share that experience with her.”
Broadwater, a 2024 Ball State University graduate, appeared in Civic Theatre’s Young Artists Program’s production of “Legally Blonde” before entering her freshman year of high school and played the role of Delta Nu/Jump Roper.
“To say I’m a fan of this musical is an understatement,” Broadwater said. “I’ve been singing these songs ever since my fellow ‘musical theater nerd’ sister played them for me when I was 6 years old. One of my favorite numbers has always been ‘What You Want.’ It is so uplifting, ridiculous, energetic and iconic in so many ways. I think it showcases the optimistic world that Elle lives in where any goal is possible as long as you have heart and good intentions behind it. It challenges the audience to reframe their thinking and face the world with pink-colored glasses like Elle.”
Broadwater said Elle was a fashion role model, too.
“Fun fact, I wore something pink every day for a year in elementary school
because it was my signature color,” she said. “I’ve always admired Elle for being a strong woman who goes after what she wants but shows compassion and loyalty to others while doing so.”
Broadwater said the role is daunting in many ways
“The role itself is very physically taxing from lengthy dance and vocal numbers such as the Act I closer, ‘So Much Better,’” she said. “However, that is a challenge I am extremely excited to take on and I feel blessed to have this opportunity. Like I said, she is a very important character to me and I am excited to bring her to life with the tools I have to build and share this story.”
Broadwater was first runner-up for Miss Indiana in 2022 and second runner-up in the 2021 competition.
Broadwater appeared in “Rent” at Civic Theatre in October 2022.
Since then, she played Sandy Cheeks in “SpongeBob SquarePants the Musical” at Ball State, New Wave Girl/Dance Captain in “Heathers” at Eclipse and Angie in “Prom” at Ball State. She also performed in a workshop for a new musical called “Dawn’s Early Light” in New York through Discovering Broadway.
Broadwater plans to move to New York in September after the production. She has signed with an agent, The Price Group.
“Doing this production in my hometown before moving to New York is so special to me,” Broadwater said. “I am so grateful for the continued support from the Indiana theater community. I truly would not be where I am without your love.”
Broadwater was selected as one of 40 finalists to the Songbook Academy in 2018.
For more, visit beefandboards.com.
FEINSTEIN’S CABARET
“Celebrating Celine,” a tribute to Celine Dion, is set for 7:30 p.m. July 12-13 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.
LOBSTER PALOOZA
Indianapolis Opera’s 14th annual New England Style Lobster Boil called Lobster Palooza is set for 6 p.m. July 13 at the Basile Opera Center, Indianapolis. Premium Blend is the musical guest. For more, visit Indyopera.org.
‘YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, THE MUSICAL’ Red Barn Summer Theatre presents “Young Frankenstein, The Musical” July 11-14 and July 17-21 at the Frankfort venue. For more, visit redbarntheatre.net.
SYMPHONY ON THE PRAIRIE
“Disco Fever! With Enrico Lopez-Yanez” will appear at Symphony on the Prairie at 8 p.m. July 12-13. For more, visit indianapolissymphony.org.
BRET MICHAELS & PARTI-GRAS
Poison lead singer Bret Michaels’ Parti-Gras features Don Felder and Lou Gramm, among others, at 7 p.m. July 12 in a concert at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. For more, visit livenation.com
DISPATCH
Indy Shorts features 200-plus films — Indy Shorts International Film Festival will feature the largest lineup of films in the festival’s history with 200-plus films. With a pool party theme, Indy Shorts officials said attendees are invited to dive into the splashy short films July 23-28 at Living Room Theaters and Newfields. There will be 41 World Premieres including: “Facing the Falls” with executive producers Hillary and Chelsea Clinton, “Taking Care” featuring Seth Rogen and “Night Session” starring Richard Kind. There will be five outdoor screenings at The Amphitheater and The Beer Garden at Garden Terrace at Newfields. Two Indiana Spotlight Programs featuring 17 films are by or about Hoosiers. For tickets, visit IndyShorts.org
Olivia Broadwater has the lead role of Elle Woods in “Legally Blonde: The Musical.” (Photo courtesy of Olivia Broadwater)
Singer to play dream venue
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Put Nick Niespodziani in the group of people who will remember Ruoff Music Center as Deer Creek.
CONCERT
The Yacht Rock Revue lead singer grew up in Columbus, Ind., and has many fond memories of concerts at the Noblesville venue, originally called Deer Creek Music Center.
“I remember seeing Dave Matthews Band, Phish, Lenny Kravitz and so many great concerts,” Niespodziani said. “It was a core memory-forming place for me.”
So Niespodziani is delighted his band will open at 6:25 p.m. July 10 for Train and REO Speedwagon at Ruoff.
“I’m so excited to play Deer Creek. This is a childhood dream coming true,” he said. “It’s going to be a really full-circle moment.”
Niespodziani, 45, is a founding member of the Atlanta-based band, which started in 2007. Six of the nine members have been there since the beginning.
This is by far the biggest and longest tour for the group.
Jason Nackers, David B. Freeman, Greg Lee and Keisha Jackson. Bottom from left, Peter Olson, Nicholas Niespodziani and Mark “Monkeyboy” Dannells. (Photo courtesy of Yacht Rock Revue)
“I’m in my 40s and I’ve never been on a tour bus before,” Niespodziani said just before the tour started July 8.
Niespodziani said the group must narrow its long setlist down.
“People want to hear all the greatest hits of the 1960s and 1970s and we have 45 minutes to do it, which is a lot different than 2 hours and 20 minutes, so we have to be efficient,” he said.
Niespodziani said the band will perform some of its original songs.
For more, visit yachtrockrevue.com.
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DANA & GREG NEWKIRK’S HAUNTED OBJECTS LIVE
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BONEY JAMES
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GRUPO NICHE
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DIONNE WARWICK
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FRI, FEB 21 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
KALANI PE’A: GRAMMY-WINNING
SINGER, SONGWRITER
SAT, FEB 22 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
RENEE ELISE GOLDSBERRY PETER SAGAL
LESLIE ODOM JR.
MICKY DOLENZ
LANG LANG
Top, from left, Yacht Rock Revue members Kourtney Jackson, Ganesh Giri Jaya, Mark Bencuya,
FREE EVENT COXHALL MANSION TOURS
Feeling strapped for cash but still want to have some fun? Each week, Current helps you find things to do without breaking the bank. Here’s what’s on tap this week:
Hamilton County Parks offers tours of the Coxhall Mansion and Museum on the stately grounds of Coxhall Gardens at 11669 Town Rd. in Carmel. The next tour is from 4 to 5:30 p.m. July 17. For more, visit hamiltoncounty.in.gov/1928/ Parks-and-Recreation.
OTHER FREE AREA EVENTS
SECOND SATURDAYS: Join Noblesville Creates at 107 S. 8th St. on the second Saturday each month for a free deep dive into exhibit topics.
MINI GOLF: Play 9 holes of LED mini golf inside Options Noblesville at 9945 Cumberland Pointe Blvd. from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. July 17. Learn more about Options Schools while you’re there.
PUZZLE ANSWERS
Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: Genres: BLUES, CLASSICAL, COUNTRY, HIPHOP, POP, RAP; Hardware: BOLT, NAIL, NUT, SCREW, WASHER; Flowers: ASTER, DAYLILY, PEONY, VIOLET; Reads: BOOK, NEWSPAPER, PALM; Zones: CENTRAL, EASTERN; Boro: PITTSBORO
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 TH , 2024 11AM to 3PM at Lucas Estate, Carmel, IN
Cambri moving to Zionsville
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
When Cambri Builders started to outgrow its office space on Zionsville Road in Indianapolis, customizing a new home was a no-brainer.
BUSINESS
Cambri Builders specializes in commercial development, including health care facilities, strip center and retail renovations, design/build projects and retail tenant improvements.
Cambri Chief Operating Officer Eric McKinney and President John Vyverberg started the company in a 2,700-square-foot office space in 2017. The business is planning a move to 8,000 square feet within a newly constructed 40,000-square-foot building in Zionsville this fall. The project at 96th Street and Zionsville Road includes a commercial building that will house Cambri as well as other tenants. The site is already 80 percent leased out.
“We grew pretty rapidly into a multistate commercial general contractor,” McKinney said. “We are building a new building because we’ve outgrown our space.”
Cambri’s commercial construction and renovations résumé includes some notable projects completed across the nation, including the 500th Ollie’s Bargain Outlet store in Iowa City, Iowa.
McKinney said the company was fortunate to land some clients outside of Indiana when they began, but hope to focus on local development as it expands.
Cambri’s notable projects include Kincaid’s Meat Market in Fishers, Helium Comedy Club in Indianapolis, Mary’s Mountain Cookies in Carmel, Chipotle, Michael’s and Five Below in Brownsburg and their new building in Zionsville.
Learn more at cambri.com.
Cambri Builders is building a new office at 96th Street and Zionsville Road. (Rendering courtesy of Cambri Builders)
Commentary by Larry Greene
Built in 1999 in Carmel’s Laurel Lakes neighborhood, this home’s kitchen was due for a contemporary facelift. Our team envisioned a timeless transformation featuring a classic palette, thoughtful storage solutions and strategic appliance placements, resulting in a functional and effortlessly elegant space.
THE BLUEPRINT
• A classic palette featuring tones of white, taupe and gray offers a versatile backdrop that adapts beautifully to evolving trends.
• Organic warmth is introduced through wood barstools, seagrass dining chairs and iron accents.
• Functionality is significantly enhanced by relocating the range off the island, providing additional prep and entertaining space.
• The removal of an impractical desk makes way for additional cabinetry, streamlining sight lines and increasing counter and storage space.
• The design is elegantly finished with a double-basin apron-front sink, crown molding and brushed nickel hardware, bringing both charm and practicality to the forefront of this kitchen transformation.
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.
LIFESTYLE
pasture
38. County blue-ribbon events
40. Website ID
41. IMPD alerts
45. Boundary
46. Egyptian goddess
47. Got bigger
48. Swiss peaks
49. Greek war god
50. Crystal-lined rock
51. Pie ___ mode
52. In the past
53. It launched on Nov. 8, 1972
55. Colts’ org.
56. Lofty + touch down
59. Not hip
61. More furtive
62. Bashful
63. Oahu and Maui
64. Lilly lab dept. Down
1. Use for target practice, say
2. Cruise stop + get older
3. Carmen from “Baywatch”
4. Nintendo console
5. Passover meal
6. Puncture sound
7. Get in the way of
8. Annoy
9. “Not guilty,” e.g., in Hamilton County Court
10. “___ be an honor”
11. Old sitcom set at the Stratford Inn
12. Fescue and zoysia
Music genre
“Auld Lang ___”
So far
Pincered bugs
27. “You can’t make me!”
28. First-aid kit item
30. Subtraction word
31. Ctrl-Alt-___
34. Three Seventeen Hair Design supplies
36. Bard’s “before”
37. Notre Dame’s Fighting
38. Italian director of “8 1/2”
39. Magazine sales
42. Me, myself or I
43. Crib + Tom Wood brand
44. Puffed up
46. Attended to pressing needs?
48. Oohs and ___
49. Once more
50. Doomed one 52. ___-Seltzer
Pal
EXTERIOR ESTIMATES
FINE BATHROOMS
Complete
-Ceramic and Porcelain Tile Installations
-Custom Showers
-Leak and Mold Solutions
-Low Maintenance Choices
Anderson Construction Services
Learn more at:
www.iwantanewbathroom.com
& Text at 816-778-4690.
Handyman/Repairs/Renovations
LAWNS Trim/Remove trees & shrubs Building Demolitions Clean Gutters Build Decks Painting inside or Outdoors Property Clean Outs FULLY INSURED Text or Call Jay 574-398-2135 shidelerjay@gmail.com www.jayspersonalservices.com
C&H TREE SERVICE
Glaziers / Glass Installers –Gatsby Glass of NW Indianapolis is now hiring! Join now to support our rapidly growing business – apply by email at GG135@gatsbybyglass.com
Index Corporation seeks a Purchasing Manager in Noblesville, IN to identify, document, & adhere to all processes performed & interfaces w/ other depts. BS in Operations, Purchasing, Mgmt, Bus Admin or rltd field & 8 yrs of CNC machine tool manufacturing environment exp. Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or exp. Travel 25% of time. This position will have supervisory responsibilities. For position details & to apply, visit: https://www.index-group. com/en_us/company/careers
Cleaning House Sale: 1957 Chev. four-door Hard Top. car and several extra parts $1,500.
¼ Midget Race Car 5 hp Honda several extra parts $1,500
All Original 1955 Studebaker Champion. Been sitting several years in dry barn. Motor locked $2,800 Call 317-501-3421
Custom Log Cabin For Sale Beautiful custom one of kind hand crafted artistically designed square log cabin sitting on 86 acres in Switzerland county Indiana. Property is just off 129, 15 minutes from Vevay, Indiana. Cabin sits on top of the property with a pond view. Full walkout basement with 30’ x 12’ wide porch. There are 2 ponds appx ¾ acre on the property for your fishin pleasure. Creek adjacent to the roadside that you cross for entrance into the property. Half mile gravel driveway. Four wheel drive vehicle is highly recommended. There are trails for riding atvs or just enjoying a hike around the property.
Nice spacious front and back covered porch 34’ x 12’.
Cabin has 3 levels with 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bath.
New green metal roof December 2023. Main level has an open concept style. One full bath in the main level with a Custom cedar king bed and custom cedar couch and chair. Main level overlooks a pond with multiple large windows. Living room area has a propane fireplace faced with creek rock. Poplar saw milled log floors, Full kitchen with custom hickory kitchen cabinets all on main level. Loft upstairs with a half bath. Downstairs open concept with full bath. Downstairs
kitchen area has a double sink with lower cabinets and fridge. Sleeping area has a full-size custom cedar bed and fireplace with washer and dryer located downstairs. The downstairs room walks out on the back porch which overlooks the pond. Cistern water tank holds 2,000 gallons. Water is available in town for you to haul and propane furnace. 24 x 40 Barn located just off the side of the cabin for storage of large equipment, recreational vehicles etc.
Bonus smaller cabin!!! - small hunters cabin/lodge with a 16.8 front porch with small garage appx 16 x 16.
Bonus Bonus! - electric hookups for campers at the base of the property across from the creek
This property is a must see dream home for the ones that want to enjoy the great outdoors!
Enjoy the wildlife with your morning cup of joe. Turkeys and deer visit often for your viewing pleasure. If you’re a hunter then this property is made for you as well. Permanent tree stands made within the property or just for viewing wildlife. Sportsmans paradise!
*Attractions close by Belterra Casino 13 miles - 23 minutes
*Historic Madison IN 20 miles
*Rising Sun Casino - 29 miles - 45 minutes
FOR SALE BY OWNER - $1,500,000.00 firm
****NO REALTORS!!!*** REALTORS, please don’t contact
*Never been logged and loggers please don’t contact
*Showing by appointment only - contact by texting 765-623-9934
*More pictures available upon serious requests
*Pre-approval before showing required
*Serious inquiries only please
