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FROM THE BACKSHOP Congrats to Vision group, respondents The group known as Noblesville Community Vision for Excellence has done its work, and now it is up to the city leadership to implement (within reasonable financial bounds) what the residents want. A survey questioned residents in an effort to isolate the community’s priorities, views on design and the road to travel. Just less than 1,500 residents responded, making it a statistically reliable survey. As we are big believers in research, we commend the NCVE and those who took a rooting interest in the community’s future. Future residential stability and quality of life rated extremely high – not surprisingly with darned near-perfect scores. What was revealed wasn’t all that surprising to us, but it should give our leaders a headsup that change in the following could be met with discontent: the cleanliness and overall appearance of the city, the environment that lends itself to making our city a great place to raise a family, a good return on investment (taxes) for residents and a favorable image. It’s a terrific start on the future. You may follow along at www.cityofnoblesville.org/ department/index.php?fDD=10-0. •••

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg You go, Luke Kenley (R-Noblesville). He’s the state senator who last week said he is in the midst of drafting legislation that would make it mandatory for all redevelopment commissions to be granted approval from elected officials – city and town councils – before piling up taxpayer debt. Fiscal responsibility - we love it. Kenley’s work was spurred by mounting concerns about the cost of The Palladium at The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. The Carmel Redevelopment Commission received city council approval for an $80 million bond, but much of the project was financed by other means, which did not require council approval. Could this be a Constitutional issue? That will be a concern as Kenley’s work unfolds.

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DISPATCHES » Donation fraud alert – The Indiana Attorney General is warning against fraudulent telemarketers soliciting donations for the Department of Child Services. It is recommended that you do not give any of your personal information, and ask the telemarketer for the charity and get as much information from them as you can. Be especially alert if they claim you have made a pledge for a donation. » Community Wednesdays – Meetings take place twice a month during the school year at Forest Park Lodge. Adults are welcome to join this group who meet on two Wednesdays per month for guest speakers, excursions, fellowship, and fun. Cost is $15 per year. Call the parks department office at 770-5750 for more information. Pre-registration is not required; excursions are usually held the second meeting of the month. » Prevent sexual abuse in children – The next Stewards of Children program will be Tuesday at the Monon Community Center’s Banquet Room A, 6 p.m., in Carmel. During the 90-minute program, adults interacting with children and adolescents on a regular basis can learn how to prevent and recognize the signs of child sexual abuse and react responsibly in an abuse situation. The cost is $15.00 and registration is available online at www.chauciesplace.org or by calling 582-8251. » Go back in time – What did Noblesville look like fifty years ago? On Jan. 27 at 7 p.m., the Noblesville Library will look back at those special times through the film “Noblesville, This is your City…1960.” The film, recently transferred from 35 millimeter film to DVD, features over 40 scenes from around Noblesville including area businesses, community groups, clergy members, student groups and more. Registration for this program is requested by calling the Hamilton East Public Library at 776-6939 or online at www.hepl.lib.in.us. » State of the County - The Noblesville Chamber of Commerce will present its annual luncheon meeting “State of the County” presented by Hamilton County Commissioner Steve Dillinger Jan. 26, 11:30 a.m. at the Mansion at Oak Hill in Carmel. Pre-paid reservations are required no later than Jan. 21 by contacting the Chamber at 773-0086 or online at www.noblesvillechamber.com. Cost is $15 per person for members and $25 for non-members.

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I need to be less critical

COMMENTARY By Danielle Wilson I’m just a few days in to the New Year and already have to amend my resolutions. First off, I’m throwing out the “Learn to like a new food.” It’s never gonna happen (because I don’t want it to), and nobody really cares (because mushrooms are disgusting.) Second, I need to add, “Be less critical of Doo.” See, my husband is the fun parent. Postponing homework and piano practice so he and the kids can finish a movie is no biggie. Playing “Need for Speed” takes precedence over clutter, dishes and laundry. When Doo get homes from work to find the house a disaster and the “to do” list growing at an alarming rate, his response is generally, “Let’s order Chinese!” And bedtimes? Don’t even get me started on bedtimes. I am the exact opposite. I like schedules and routine and tidiness. I admit to having control issues and to being obsessed with punctuality. And if my daughter has an 8:30 bedtime, then she needs to be in bed at 8:30. Would I like to be a fun parent too? Of course, but as they say in “Modern Family,” having two fun parents means your children go to school in pajama pants and pay for things with a $100 bill.

Bottom line, our parenting styles and personalities complement each other. I love this about us, but it doesn’t always stop me from climbing up on my “high and mighty” box to make Doo feel like a delinquent child. Case in point: This past weekend, I spent an entire day in bed with a stomach bug. Doo was on house and kid duty for a solid 24 hours. The next day, I came downstairs to find that Doo had done absolutely nothing, except hang an antler trophy in a son’s bedroom (too high and off center, I might add). That’s it. No dishes, no laundry, nada. I was not subtle in expressing my frustration. Always quick on the uptake, Doo immediately sprang in to action, taking down holiday decorations and putting the kids to work. Sweet, right? But what did I do? I criticized every single decision he made. “Babe, why didn’t you wait for me to get you the ornament box? They are going to get broken sitting on the table!” “Honey, did you put the front hall garland with the kitchen chandelier garland? I have separate boxes for those!” “Doo, those couches are too far apart. You need to move them again!” And believe me, every one of those remarks was made with enough eye-

rolling and passive-aggressive condescension to dishearten even Pollyanna. Is it any wonder that he never wants to help? I know subconsciously that I shouldn’t criticize, and yet there are times when I cannot stop. I resent that he gets to be the fun one and that I am stuck in the Wicked Witch of the Wilsons role. But seriously, how hard would it be for me to step back and thank him for his efforts? When will I learn to accept that his way of doing things isn’t wrong, just different? And if our kids go to bed 20 minutes late, what’s the big deal? So I’ve decided that 2011 will be the year when I ask myself, “Do I want to be loved or do I want to be right?” And yes, there will be times when I just want to be right, damn it, and tell Doo exactly where he and his mushroom pizza can go, but I’m going to work really hard at the being loved part. Peace out.

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NHS grad serves mission in Russia Christ of Latter-day Saints, By Darla Kinney Scoles the Bullough family has two Current in Noblesville missions to their credit already, Twenty-one-year-old with Caroline’s father Byron* Caroline Bullough is a young serving two years in Spain and woman on a mission – literally. brother Robbie in Mongolia. The 2008 Noblesville High “This was always someSchool graduate will spend the thing I wanted to do,” shared next 18 months in Moscow as Bullough. “It really hit me, she serves a Christian mission though, when I took my brothin the city of 10 million. er to the Missionary Training Admittedly equally nervous Center before he left. I’ve taken and excited, Bullough also prep classes too and have felt admits the language will be a comfortable and natural in tough one to master but has teaching the gospel.” already learned much about Her days in Moscow will the country’s culture and social include time spent not only norms. teaching residents about Christ, “I’ve been told that people but often teaching the English there are nice,” said Bullough, Submitted photo language and serving those in “but don’t smile much. They “It will be hard to be away, but I feel good about it,” says Caroline need. Originally surprised at are also very formal. Chewing Bullough of spending the next18 being assigned to Moscow – “It gum, for instance, is considmonths away from family and blew my mind!” she declared. – ered very tacky. They tend not friends as she serves a mission in Bullough looks forward to the to trust easily, so it will take Moscow. foreign experience. a while to get to really know “I’m anxious to see how the Lord works with people. But I’m excited to see how people react missionaries and the growth that will come from to me.” that. I see the person I want to be and I can’t After graduation from NHS, Bullough atwait to see how my mission gets me there, as I tended Brigham Young University – Idaho teach the people in Russia about the Savior.” where she majored in Early Childhood Special *Caroline is the daughter of Byron and Janna Education, but always had a mission on her Bullough of Noblesville. mind. As members of The Church of Jesus

The scoop on poop – manure trucked to Indiana from Ohio Commentary By Krista Bocko Last month, my husband and I went to a swanky restaurant for a Christmas company party/dinner. I only somewhat jokingly wondered out loud where the vegetarian entrée options were as I contemplated whether to order the New York Strip or the filet mignon. I realize that’s an ironic thought since we were in a steakhouse, but I hadn’t had steak in years. I got the filet. It was good. Delicious really, but I did wonder where the meat came from. I would love for it to be from a sustainably run farm, grass fed and finished, but I doubt that’s the case. I don’t eat much meat, both for health and environmental reasons, and recently in NUVO I read about one of the issues that the demand for meat, without a responsible way to deal with the waste that comes with it, produces. Indiana, being the agricultural state that it is, is home to a lot of farms. It’s kind of easy to forget this, being in suburbia, but CAFOs (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations) are common in rural areas. CAFO’s are industrial farms defined by having more than 1000 cattle, 2500 hogs or 100,000 chickens. So the news I read in NUVO was this – the largest inland lake in Ohio, Grand Lake St.

Marys, has been severely polluted by manure runoff. The so-called solution from the Buckeye state? Well, import it to Indiana! Unfortunately, our state, not really known for it’s environmental responsibility or prowess, has absolutely no authority to regulate or stop manure importing. Where does all this, um, manure go? I have no idea. It’s like the old adage, “out of sight, out of mind.” We may not see these CAFOs, but they exist. So does the waste they produce, and it’s gotta go somewhere. We really should be invested in protecting our waterways from foul manure runoff. We should care about the health (or lack of) of the animals held captive in these industrial farms. We should lobby against CAFOs and the trucking in of manure from other states. The Hoosier Environmental Council has some great resources here: www.hecweb.org/ issues/sustainable-food-agriculture/resources, and there’s also an Indy Winter Farmer’s Market (www.indywinterfm.org) where you can buy local, sustainable meat. Krista Bocko lives in “Old Town” Noblesville with her husband and four children. She can be reached via her blog at www.cachetwrites. com.

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A rethinking of evil

Commentary By Brenda Alexander The recent shooting in Arizona has many of us contemplating the nature of evil. It doesn’t help that the alleged smirking perpetrator seems to have no regrets. Not even over the nine-yearold girl whose life he snuffed out as easily as flipping off a light switch. The acts that make us think about evil are never abstract, academic hypotheticals. They are gut-wrenching, grief-inducing attacks on innocence and hope. Evil is personal. But many of the treatises on evil are abstract and academic. Thousands of scholarly pages claim that evil results from the environment in which the perpetrator was raised. How many reporters jumped instantaneously from covering the carnage to speculating on Loughner’s home life? In this school of thought, murderers were abused children and rapists were denied motherly love. All evil acts are caused by external influences. Felons are simply acting out a story – the writing of which began in their infancy – that simply unwinds as a direct result of the quality of the nurturing they received. Rehabilitation is a certainty if the right in-

sights and therapies are applied. Recidivism is a failure of society to nurture away the omissions of the felon’s early life. But what if scholars are wrong? What if evil is not only external, but also intrinsic to human nature? We seldom talk about this, yet we are expected to daily navigate a world in which real evil exists. We cannot simply say the devil made Loughner do it, no matter how we define the devil. The devil may have tempted him, but Loughner had to answer. Something about evil has to resonate within the human heart in order for temptation to be possible. An understanding of this basic aspect of human nature is fundamental to navigating all decisions we make. Many are calling for tighter gun laws, but the idea that we can pass enough laws and place enough regulations to nullify evil is false and dangerous. Brenda Alexander is a freelance writer and resident of Noblesville. You can contact her at AlexanderInk@ comcast.net.

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Survey results to provide road map for the city By Kevin Kane Current in Noblesville A recent survey shows nearly all Noblesville residents view the city as safe and a great place to live, but there is room for improvement in some areas, too. The Community Vision for Excellence committee presented the results of its 2010 Citizen Survey last week. In October, surveys were mailed randomly to 1,200 households in the city, and any other residents wishing to participate in the study could answer its questions online. The participation was said to better than expected, with 361 (32 percent) of the mailed surveys returned while 1,119 provided input online. Survey participants were asked numerous questions relating to community quality and design, public safety, environment, recreation and wellness, community and inclusiveness, civic engagement and public trust. Responses were then grouped by the answerers’ employment status, household income and number of

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years lived in Noblesville. Among the many areas of measurement, the company that conducted the research identified the greatest strengths, according to the results, to be: cleanliness and appearance, reputation and image, public safety, sense of community, citizens’ trust in local government, the city’s current direction, value of services received for taxes paid and Noblesville’s suitability for raising children and retiring. But the results also showed some areas in which residents would like to see the city improve. For example, most participants view the city’s job growth rate as being too slow. Traffic flow on major streets and the availability of public transportation also received lower ratings. Of the city’s services, sidewalk maintenance, code enforcement and services to low-income people were among the worst rated. Overall, though, most rated the city’s services as being much better than ones provided by the federal, state and county government. Additionally, nearly all participants said they likely both stay in the city for the five years as well as recommend living in Noblesville. The committee’s stated goal was to “identify community strengths and opportunities for improvement,” and CVE Chairman Detlef Rathmann said this data will provide the city a road map for improving Noblesville in the future.

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“We’ve done about all we can do,” he said. “Now it’s time for someone to drive this and make sure these things happen.”

policy questions The committee included four policy questions, seeking residents’ input on some ideas currently being considered by the city. • Less than half said they’d support a $15 monthly garbage fee that would help offset funding reductions resulting from property tax caps. • The majority of participants said they would “somewhat” or “strongly” support funding the following projects: 1. A city civic center providing space for a theater, conferences and youth activities 2. More extensive renovation of the historic downtown area 3. A South Tenth Street commercial and residential corridor enhancement 4. Building a trail along the White River from Forest Park south to the Midland Railroad 5. Building a Midland Trace Trail from Noblesville to Westfield to connect to the Monon Trail. • Only about a fifth of the participants said that, if a ground-level commuter train service was established running from Noblesville to Greenwood with several stops in Indianapolis, they would ride it once a week or more frequently. • Several city services were listed and participants were asked to which extent they would support reducing funding for each in response to potential budget shortfalls in the future. According to the results, citizens would first like to see cuts made in special events in this situation. P EX oin CL tBl US an IV k E!

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ABOUT BROOKE ROWE Sixteen-year-old country singer Brooke Roe was chosen over hundreds of entries to perform in the Showcase Event at the Jan. 7 Indiana Fairs and Festivals Association convention and trade show in Indianapolis, plus was one of two performers invited to play at the convention’s luncheon. The exposure proved valued for Roe, reports her father and manager, Mike Roe, who said his daughter got at least eight confirmed offers from the appearance. David Leonards, a veteran Indianapolis booking agent at International Entertainment Bureau, is now representing Roe. “Brooke sounded great at the convention despite the fact she was fighting an illness,” said Leonards, referring to a severe cold that got worse as the weekend continued. “She exemplified the old saying that ‘the show must go on.’ Fair and festival buyers around Indiana are already lining up to book her for this summer.” For more information about Roe and to hear her music, visit www.brookeroe. com.

Noblesville High School junior Brooke Roe went through multiple rounds in the auditions for 'American Idol.'

how far I really got,” she said. “I wasn’t really that disappointed that I didn’t make it as much as I was when I saw my grandpa cry. My grandfather is a firefighter, and I had never seen him cry like that.” Her downfall, she sees now, was sounding too much like the most successful “American Idol” graduate. She recalls an executive producer telling her when she was cut, “Brooke, the problem I have with you, is that you sound too much like Carrie Underwood and every other country artist. We don’t know who Brooke really is.” She knew he was right. “Looking back, I really don’t know why I chose to sing her song (“So Small”) because I’ve always known ever since ‘American Idol’ started that the last thing you want to do is sing a song by an artist who you can’t compare to,” she said. “But I’m a big believer in things happening for a reason. I thought for sure that if I didn’t make it this time, I wouldn’t try again. But maybe by not making it this time, I’m supposed to try again.” And then maybe America will discover “who Brooke really is.”

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DISPATCHES » Redistricting map presented – Noblesville Schools' redistricting committee has presented a map of elementary districts for the 2011-12 school year to the Noblesville Board of School Trustees. This redistricting plan affects children who currently attend the closing Forest Hill Elementary School and a few areas that currently feed into North Elementary School. The map will be shown at the following elementary PTO meetings: North, Thursday, 7 p.m.; Noble Crossing, Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m.; White River, Jan. 27, 7 p.m.; Hinkle Creek, Feb. 1, 7 p.m. » More bang for your buck – If you want an affordable degree that's versatile and can lead to high pay and job security, one of the best options is an associate's degree in database technology. This type of training provides a skill-set that is relevant in just about every industry imaginable, including IT. Database administrators had an average annual salary of $72,900 in 2008, though that number jumped to $81,050 for those working at companies that design computer systems. -www.education.yahoo.net » Breastfeeding can boost test scores – According to a new study, infants breastfed for at least six months after birth scored higher on math, reading and spelling tests at age 10 than those breastfed for less than six months. The benefit was particularly pronounced in boys. The results held even after the researchers took into account factors that may have influenced test scores, including the mother's educational level and family income. The boost in test scores may be due to specific nutrients in breast milk, like fatty acids that aid in brain growth and development. -www.myhealthnewsdaily.com » Scholarship opportunity – The Hamilton County Extension Homemakers Association is offering four $1,000.00 scholarships to Hamilton County graduating seniors or undergraduate students who major in a Consumer and Family Science related field. Scholarship applications may be obtained at the Purdue Extension Hamilton County office on the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant Street, Noblesville or online at www.ag.purdue.edu/counties/hamilton. Applications are due to the Purdue Extension Hamilton County office no later than March 1.

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Which classes are worth taking? Commentary By Jenna Larson So, I’m in the second semester of my junior year. There are an awful lot of classes I have to drag myself to each day at school. It’s not that I have bad teachers; NHS has a pretty solid staff. The material just seems so trivial. Like, when am I ever going to want to find the sum of vectors “v” and “u”? Well, never. But someone decided that pre-calculus was important, so I have to learn it. There are, however, some classes that I think are definitely worthwhile. There’s AP art history, for example. It’s the best class I’ve ever taken. I mean, don’t get me wrong, once I was handed the gigantic textbook and all the summer assignments at the tail end of my freshman year, I was dreading it a lot. And I was scared. Really scared. I didn’t know anything about Renaissance paintings or Roman sculptures. But once school started back up again, it was my favorite class to go to. I loved studying something that actually interested me. Yes, there was a lot of reading, but I was reading about something I really liked. And I feel like a better person for having taken it. Now, I’m one of the few teenagers who appreciate art museums. Then there’s my newspaper class. You would think these columns every week would be enough, right? But I do love the NHS Mill Stream. I know that we probably aren’t greatly admired by the rest of the students, but it’s a cool feeling to go back and look at a printed paper I contributed to. Plus, it’s taught me a lot about journalism, which I think will prove really helpful in college. That’s definitely one of my paths that I’m keeping open. And what about creative writing? I’m only a couple class periods into it, but I think it’s going to be pretty awesome. Just the idea of a whole 90-minute block in school being devoted to free thinking and writing makes it easier to get up in the morning. Anyway, I know students tend to complain about school a lot, and I’m no exception. But there are classes out there that provide a nice break from the usual humdrum courses with notes and quizzes and lectures. Those are the classes that will make learning seem like an opportunity, not a chore, and will help students decide what they’ll pursue in college.

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DISPATCHES » Woodworking shows – D.I.Y enthusiasts, homeowners and craftspeople will polish their skills and learn new tricks during non-stop hands-on seminars from experts at The Woodworking & D.I.Y Show in Indianapolis, Jan. 21 through 23 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children under 15 years old. Admission discounts are available online. For more information or to register for the ShowOFF Showcase, visit www. TheWoodworkingShows.com or call (800) 826-8257. » CCFA Casino Night – On Jan. 29, 7 p.m. at the Conrad Hotel in downtown Indianapolis, the Indiana Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation will host its fifth annual Casino Night and silentAuction. The event raises critical funds for research and support programs and spreads awareness about Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, collectively known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), which affects more than 30,000 Hoosiers. Visit www.ccfa.org/chapters/indiana or call 800-332-6029 for tickets or details.

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A breakfast in Mexico RECIPES By Molly Herner Here is a delightful and delicious Mexican breakfast dish. This recipe is a variation of a common Mexican dish called huevos rancheros. My recipe calls for a bit of cheese and flash-fried bananas for a broader flavor spectrum.

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DVDs By Chris Lloyd The Academy Award nominations will be announced next week, and it would be a shock of “Lebanon” isn’t among the names read for Best Foreign Language Film. In fact, this tremendous Israeli picture about a tank crew during the 1982 war in Lebanon is the odds-on favorite to win. What’s amazing about the movie is that it takes place entirely inside that tank – grimy, smelly, cramped and oozing oil and gas like bodily fluids, the belly of that machine of war becomes another character in the story. The crew of four young men includes Shmulik (Yoav Donat), the new gunner who’s just arrived in time for a nasty mission. The tank is to accompany a platoon of paratroopers deep into Lebanese territory. As the gunner, Shmulik can peer out his sights into the world beyond –

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and is horrified at what he sees. During their first firefight, he freezes up and fails to fire their main gun, leading to one of the paratroopers being killed. Later, a captured Arab soldier is handcuffed inside the tank with them, leading to much friction. The story reaches its horrific crescendo when the Israelis invade a Lebanese town, where women and children are right in their line of fire. Like Shmulik, “Lebanon” bears witness to atrocities from which we cannot look away. Movie: B-plus Read more of Chris Lloyd’s review of current films and DVD’s at www.captaincritic.blogspot.com or www.TheFilmYap.com.

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Can I travel to Mexico safely? TRAVEL By Tracy Line Is Mexico a safe vacation destination? It’s a question I’m asked often and not an easy one to answer. Regardless of my opinion, I can’t predict what may or may not happen to you should you travel to Mexico (or Washington, DC for that matter). And even if I could, if you don’t feel safe on your trip, you’ve won’t have a good time. Here’s what I can tell you. Tourism in Mexico is 20 percent. Prices are good and travel professionals across the nation are sending many Americans to resorts in Cancun, Rivera Maya, Cozumel and Cabo San Lucas each week. I personally haven’t heard one story of anyone getting hurt or being put in a bad situation. I can also tell you that since Mexican President Felipe Calderon announced his crack down on the drug cartels, the murder rate has gone up significantly. Last year there were nearly 13,000 murders. Yet less than 20 were of those were tourists. And, of those, most were drug-related. As Peter Greenberg, the Travel Editor for CBS

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PHOTOGRAPHY By Leslie Webber My inbox is full of questions from friends who were lucky enough to receive new cameras during the holidays. They are anxious to learn what their new cameras can do. I recommend doing what kids do with new toys. Get them out of the box and go to it. Don’t be afraid of your camera. Really, there are two types of digital cameras most people use. Point and shoot, the convenient compact cameras you can toss in your purse, and DSLR. DSLR, which stands for digital single lens reflex, are the types of cameras on which you can change the lens. Point-and-shoot cameras are great at catching little moments unobtrusively. These cameras have come a long way and many models now offer users the option to control settings. It is possible to take a photo of people without making them look pallor, even in Indiana in the middle of winter! A dramatic drop in price and more userfriendly controls have made entry into the DSLR significantly easier. The kicker is, you need to learn how to use your camera to make the most out of your investment. I have several friends who have purchased a DSLR only to leave it in automatic mode. They are frustrated when their images turn out flat and washed

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Ten years have passed since Brent and Andy shared their deepest secrets. Beethoven scholar Brent drifts from city to city performing and lecturing until he discovers Andy is following him. The production runs at the Phoenix Theatre through Jan. 30. Tickets range from $15 to $25 depending on performance dates. For more information, visit www.phoenixtheatre.org.

The Last Night of Ballyhoo

The Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre will present “The Last Night of Ballyhoo” Jan. 21 through Feb. 5. This 1997 Tony Award-winning comedy by Alfred Uhry, author of “Driving Miss Daisy,” has an illuminating message filled with humor, romance and revelations. Tickets are $28 Friday through Sundays and $21 on Thursdays. For tickets, show times or other details, call 923-4597 or visit www. civictheatre.org.

Fiesta

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will present “Fiesta” each weekend from Feb. 11 to 27 - Feb. 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 13, 20 and 27 at 3 p.m. at 329 Gradle Drive in Carmel. Due to limited seating, reservations are required and are non-transferable to different dates for this event. Tickets are $35 (includes the concert, light snacks and beverages). For reservations, call 844-2660.

'Spelling Bee' at Beef & Boards

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre's 2011 season has kicked off with "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," which runs through Jan. 30. In this show, a Beef & Boards debut, a group of middle school misfits find that while they can’t often control the awkwardness of growing up, they can be standouts in spelling. Tickets for main stage shows range from $36 to $59, and include Chef Odell Ward’s dinner buffet. For show times, tickets or more information, visit www.beefandboards.com.

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The following musical acts will be performing live at Mo’s Irish Pub, 13193 Levinson Lane in the Hamilton Town Center, Noblesville. For more information, call 770-9020. Friday – Tom Martin Band Saturday – Something Rather Naughty

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The following musical acts will be performing live at Moon Dog Tavern, 825 E 96th St., Indianapolis, 46240. Call 575-6364 for more information. Friday – Cousin Roger Saturday – Late Show

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The following musical acts will be performing live at the Slippery Noodle Inn, 372 South Meridian Street, Indianapolis. For more information, visit www.slipperynoodle.com. Thursday – Eric “Guitar” Davis and The Troublemakers Friday and Saturday – Greg Foresman Band and Gordon Bonham Blues Ban

U2 Meets Shostakovich

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra welcomes its own ensemble-in-residence, the energetic string trio Time for Three, to perform in a Stella Artois Happy Hour at the Symphony series concert titled "U2 Meets Shostakovich" on Jan. 27, at 6:30 p.m. at the Hilbert Circle Theatre. Tickets are $20 each with general admission seating. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information, visit www. indianapolissymphony.org.

COMEDY Morty’s Comedy Joint

The following acts will be performing at Morty’s Comedy Joint, 3625 East 96th St., Indianapolis. For show times or other details, visit www.mortyscomedy.com or call 848-5500. Thursday through Sunday – Headliner: Adam Hunter

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» Skipping meals makes you fat – Not eating can mess with your body's ability to control your appetite. But it also destroys willpower, which is just as damaging. Regulating yourself is a brain activity, and your brain runs on glucose. If you skip breakfast or a healthy snack, your brain doesn't have the energy to say no to the inevitable chowfest. Spread your daily calorie intake over three meals and two snacks. -www.menshealth.com » Two pox vaccines better than one – Two doses of the chickenpox vaccine are more effective than one, according to a new study. One dose of the vaccine prevented chickenpox 86 percent of the time, while two doses prevented chickenpox 98.3 percent of the time, in a study of 140 children. This study is the first to show independent clinical

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» Vaccine could help kick habit – A vaccine that takes the high out of cocaine for mice could also be useful in treating human addiction, researchers said last week in the journal Molecular Therapy. After receiving the shot, mice dosed with the drug didn't respond with the hyperactive symptoms of a cocaine high. The vaccine works by turning the body's immune system against cocaine, preventing the drug from reaching the brain. -www.livescience.com

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» Study: Self-control related to health Late for appointments? Can't keep your desk organized? These seemingly benign qualities could take a toll on your health. A review of more than 20 studies and nearly 9,000 participants revealed people who are conscientious -- organized and self-disciplined, as opposed to impulsive -- live two to four years longer than others. Study researchers suspect the boost in lifetime can be attributed partly to the fact that highly conscientious individuals are less likely to smoke or drink to excess, and live more stable and less stressful lives. -www.livescience.com » Shocker: ‘Balance’ bands don’t work – Silicone wristbands with “holograms” printed on them—and worn by stars like David Beckham and Shaquille O’Neal—will not make you a better athlete. Power Balance wristbands shown on late night TV sell for about $30 each and claim to improve strength, balance and flexibility. However, ESPN conducted tests late last year in which the bands performed no better than 30-cent placebos. ESPN’s findings also suggest the tests shown on those TV ads could have been rigged. -www.menshealth.com

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Smart supplementation for weight loss COMMENTARY By Laura Marenco When it comes to weight loss, think of supplements as tools to help reach your goals, not as a fix for an unhealthy diet or lack of exercise. Working within a healthy weight-loss program, herbal cleanses, essential fatty acids, thermogenics and a multivitamin, can help one lose weight and stay healthy. Knowing the roles they can play is important. An herbal cleanse assists the body’s natural cleansing process by providing fiber and herbs that trap and move toxins through the digestive tract. It can be a great way to jumpstart weight loss and boost metabolism, as it gets your digestive organs functioning at peak performance again. As a result, your energy levels may increase, and mental clarity as well. A cleanse can be beneficial at the start of any weight-loss program, helping your body become more receptive to change. Seemingly paradoxical, ensuring adequate essential fatty acids in your diet is important to metabolism and burning fat stores. Fatty acids EPA and DHA from fish oil have benefits from heart health to healthier skin, but also help with the body’s ability to burn fat. And the fatty acid CLA in particular reduces the conversion of glucose to fat and promotes fat conversion to

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energy, helping tap into fat around the abdomen and thighs. Thermogenics give a boost to metabolism and work by raising the body’s basal metabolic rate so it burns more calories. They contain ingredients such as caffeine in addition to herbal or mineral blends related to natural spices that have thermogenic effects in the body. They may help you control cravings as well as fluid retention. A good whole-food-based multivitamin can be important when dieting. When dieting, we cut calories and potentially key nutrients we need. Think of a multivitamin as insurance that we our body continues to function at its peak on a day when our calorie intake is low. If weight loss is one of your goals in the New Year, start with a healthy diet strategy and consistent exercise, and incorporate the right supplements. Sooner than not, you’ll see the results you desire and be on the path to making lasting change.

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DISPATCHES » Tax law changes could hurt bequests – Some nonprofits fear erosion of a key funding source -- bequests from estates - as a result of the tax law signed Dec. 17, that cuts both estate tax rate from pre-2010 levels and slashes the number of people subject to it, Bloomberg reported Dec. 23. » Stock picks: U.S. Steel and UPS – U.S. Steel's (X) stock rose 1.6 percent last year, and JPMorgan expects a 2011 rebound. The company has grown sales and net income 35 percent and 41 percent in the past 12 months. United Parcel Service (UPS) recently issued $2 billion in notes and plans to use proceeds from this low-cost debt to make cash contributions to pension funds, removing pension expense risk in 2011. This could be a positive catalyst for UPS shares as it increases the likelihood of a significant share buyback in the near-term or a dividend increase. -www.thestreet.com » System creates new black market – Several states have implemented computer systems allowing pharmacies to check instantly whether a buyer has already purchased

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Address: 10537 Huckleberry Ct., Noblesville (The Meadows) Year Built: 2001 Style: Traditional American, two-story Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Living Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Loft, Laundry Room. Strengths: Newer home in established Meadows subdivision on Noblesville near-east side. Three - possibly 4 bedroom, if large loft were converted to 4th bedroom, and 2.5 baths. Unique features include new kitchen counter tops, updated bathrooms and laundry room, crown molding, and all kitchen appliances stay. Weaknesses: There is nothing in particular that stands out as a negative condition. Listed by Dave Galt of RE/MAX Ability Plus. Office: 915-0900

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the legal limit of pseudoephedrine — an ingredient in methamphetamine. However, an Associated Press report shows that this has drawn thousands of new people into the meth underworld. Homeless people, college students and others are now buying their allotment of medicine, at about $8 per box, and selling it to “pill brokers” for $50. -Associated Press » Interest isn’t deductible, but… – Personal interest, such as credit card interest, is not deductible. There is an exception: If you use your credit card for business, pay interest on business purchases and can document what those purchases are, then that interest is allowable. Otherwise, sorry -- no deduction. -www.moneycentral.msn.com » Small business sales pick up - Entrepreneurs trying to sell their businesses seem to have had an easier time of it last year, although they may not have gotten the price they wanted. The number of U.S. small businesses sold, as reported by BizBuySell. com increased 3 percent in 2010 compared to a year earlier. But the median price of small businesses that sold fell 6.3 percent, to $150,000 from $160,000 the year prior. -www.money.cnn.com

Amy Harshman worked for a larger practice for several years before she opened Renewal, her solo counseling practice, in November of 2010. She is a marriage and family therapist who works with couples, families and individual adults dealing with a broad spectrum of issues, including anxiety, infidelity, stress issues or life changes. Although Harshman enjoyed working with a group in a larger practice, she values the freedom she has with her own practice. “I meet people where they are and I work with my clients to get them to their goals in a way that works best for them,” HarshHarshman man said. She says one of her challenges is competing with established counseling practices with more substantial marketing budgets, but that strong relationships will set her apart from larger practices. “I am hoping to do this by establishing good relationships with those in the community. I still like to think that building relationships and word of mouth is a great way of marketing.” Harshman said. She hopes to expand the reach of her expertise by teaching in a group setting. She hopes in the near future to begin workshops in the area to help those with recent divorces or relationship challenges. “I am excited about opening in Carmel and looking forward to meeting and working with others in the area.” Harshman said. 600 E. Carmel Drive, Suite 154. | Phone: (317) 819-8347 E-mail: amy.renewal@gmail.com. | Web site: myrenewalcounseling.com

Estridge HOMExperience refocusing mission By Lauren Burdick Current in Carmel Before the housing crisis, the Estridge HOMExperience store in Clay Terrace, which opened in 2005, has offered shoppers a retail space with over 40,000 options for both interior finishes and exterior features in Estridge homes. The complete experience of designing a home is one the company said it hasn’t lost, but is refocusing the space to emphasize the home buying process, from start to finish, not just the interior and exterior design after a home has been built. “Instead of selling retail furniture and accessories, the Estridge HOMExperience will be home to a brand new Sales Studio showcasing all of its neighborhoods and designs,” Andy Dalton vice president of the Estridge Companies said. Dalton said that he hopes this change will encourage customers to begin looking for new homes at the Sales Studio as opposed to a construction site or model home, bringing a new kind of personalized experience, one that emphasizes the same personalization of the previous retail space, with a different twist.

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Additionally, Dalton said that the new Sales Studio will bring in not only prospective home buyers, but real estate professionals as well. By putting their samples “all in one location,” prospective customers can readily compare styles and get a quick view of their likes and dislikes in certain homes. This should make for a more efficient and easier process for choosing the right home for based on a buyer’s needs. Dalton said that these changes came upon the company’s “desire to continue to improve upon the home buying experience for our customers,” and he predicts nothing but positive outcomes for the HOMExperience Sales Studio. It is the ease of home shopping with the new Sales Studio, from Dalton’s perspective, that will lead to the continued success of the Estridge HOMExperience store in Clay Terrace. “We think great things. We think that people will love the opportunity to come to one location to view everything we have to offer instead of having to tour the entire city,” Dalton said. “We think that people will start their home buying experience here.” Estridge HOMExperience is located at 14300 Clay Terrace Boulevard.

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Our birth is but a sleep and a forgetting

GENEALOGY By Darla Kinney Scoles William Wordsworth penned some of the most beautiful verses A D on MourI entry S Sinto I this O world, N capturing the spiritual nature of birth AY THROUGH THURSDAY ONLY and new life. Our birth is but a sleep and a forgetting: The Soul that rises with us, our life’s Star, Hath had elsewhere its setting, And cometh from afar: Not in entire forgetfulness, And not in utter nakedness, But trailing clouds of glory do we come From God, who is our home: Heaven lies about us in our infancy! As most mothers will attest, not only is the child’s birth a “forgetting,” but even we who have given birth forget the details of that day as time marches on. We often joke that this very forgetting is what enables us to bravely go through the process again! Yet, each child deserves to hear the details that the day they were born. arn valuablemade tipsupfrom As you complete yourof own pedigree chart, inter Andrew Downward fully naming your own children is an important GTV’s Divine Design ingredient, but simply providing names, dates

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Please don't top your trees GARDENING By Holly Lindzy Once in a while, you engage in a conversation that reminds of you why you do what you do in life. And as you stumble along, certain people ignite that spark for your enthusiasm that might have waned, and you feel purposeful again. I know I just rant about trees and birds and stuff all the time, but I feel passionately about those things. It seems miniscule in the scheme of things, what with war and homelessness and such, but in reality, none of those things could even be an issue without trees and birds. Think about it. So this weeks’ rant is along those same lines. The winter horizon is beautiful to me. I love to see trees bearing bright red fruit from the last season. Every tree has a different shape and growth habit. I love the natural look. But the one thing that really chaps my hide is to see a topped tree.

You know, the stubby, pathetic, choppedlooking trees … they haunt me as I drive through the city. Some are so bad that I take an alternate route to avoid them. And not just because of aesthetics, but because I know how truly bad it is for the health of the tree. Those stubs rot and are entry sites for pathogens and insects. As the tree rots, it falls apart, and that is a safety hazard. Additionally, it costs a fortune to have a tree topped … so don’t!! And please save me the horror of having to see them driving through town – and trying to find alternate routes to avoid them. Happy tree hugging! Holly Lindzy is an Indiana accredited horticulturalist and advanced master gardener residing in Noblesville. Email your gardening woes (or wisdom) to info@currentnoblesville.com (write attn: Holly Lindzy in the subject line).

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A happy kitchen is a beautiful kitchen COMMENTARY By David Decker No matter what a kitchen looks like, the first thing I want to know is if the kitchen makes the homeowner happy to be in it. Many things go into a “happy” kitchen. Do atmosphere. the appliances work? Are they in the right place? The budget will command how much techAre plumbing and electrical systems doing nology and what kind of materials are utilized, what they are supposed to be doing? Are food, but a major renovation is not always necessary cookware, utensils and to arrive at “beautiful.” Lighting, flooring, tile small electrics (toastsplashes, countertops and cabinet hardware are ers, mixers, etc.) easily items easily updated. And one of the biggest accessible? non-beautiful offenders … clutter! Is there enough cabiThere are many functional, clever and outnet space? Is there room of-sight ways to store and organize small apfor other people besides pliances, baking commodities, spices, utensils, whoever is cooking? Is wastebaskets – even stacks of mail. Organization the kitchen cut off from (modern cabinetry is a big help!) is key to kitchthe rest of the living en function and the first step toward “happy.” space? While certainly it is possible to purely go for Usually if we’re called style – lots of homes have impressive kitchens into a home to talk about a unique kitchen imthat are rarely used – a happy, functioning, provement, there’s something about the kitchen family-centric kitchen is a thing of beauty. that makes the homeowner unhappy. Nine out • its of 10 times, what’s going to make the kitchen ce wsu EOC tion a a happier place isn’t just its beauty, but its imR a David E Decker is president of s inaet A • II • Lcy •Affordable im rKitchens proved function. and Bathrooms, D r A n V c c A • e na is based (877-252-1420, I’ve never yet seen a kitchen I didn’t think r DEh SeinACarmel ts e • www. e weTitl reg e • D deaffordablekandb.com). Have • g d i could improve, whether the budget iselarge or• • P c ra es R pet LaAhome n s a M m l g improvement question? E-mail David G e g • small. To me a great-looking kitchen isagoing toe • R s • T ar Civi -co s • F ges • c n A at david.decker@affordablekandb. h A t n a W a t i L e ace o ahecwill answer r AD su C C n • N be consistent and complementary W n com, and in c an • R • FMion • in o vitse design, r • • i w a • O e t n er super easy to worktin, s and n iocolumn. er orLa EE nat ts oupcoming sswell• litSfor work DA s

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When ‘outside the box’ isn’t so good

COMMENTARY By Rebecca Stevens One of the primary reasons cats are surrendered to shelters is because they are not using the litter box. Although that is certainly a serious problem, the good news is this behavior can almost always be traced, treated or corrected. Cats with “outside the box” tendencies can happen to any of us. Many years ago, I had a cat that suddenly began urinating outside the litter box. As it turned out, she was suffering from urinary tract issues. Crystals had formed in her bladder, resulting in painful urination, which is why she was not using the litter box. The problem was easily addressed with antibiotics and a change in diet. Other common reasons for cats opting out of the box include … They don’t like the kitty litter. Cats can be finicky, so they may have an issue with the litter’s texture or smell. Try sand that is softer on their toes or a product like Cat Attract that uses a natural herb to attract a kitty to its litter box.

You’re not cleaning the box enough. If the litter box is not getting cleaned frequently, don’t be surprised if your feisty feline looks elsewhere to potty. Either you need to increase weekly scoopings or add another litter box. A major life change. Cats are sensitive creatures! A recent move, changes to the family such as a new baby or pet, or environmental changes can create stress that may result in an out-ofthe-box experience. Patience is the key. Give kitty a chance to acclimate to the new digs or family members. Before you consider giving up your cat due to litter box issues, please run through this checklist and contact your veterinarian or a Humane Society behavior consultant for help. Rebecca Stevens is executive director of the Humane Society for Hamilton County . You may contact her with questions, solutions and story suggestions at hamiltonhumane@ yahoo.com.

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Miles is a six-year-old male Golden Retriever mix. Miles is a fun-loving boy with a silly, sometimes goofy, personality. When he gets excited and playful he has a big grin on his face. He is house trained and walks very well on a leash. Miles hasn’t had any formal training and could use some positive training to continue improving his manners when taking treats, but he does know the command sit. Until Miles has had training to learn proper treat-taking manners, he would be best suited in a home with teenagers. Miles qualifies for our PAWS Program – Partnering Animals With Seniors. If you are age 55 or older you can adopt Miles for a reduced fee. Blanche is a three-year-old female orange and white tabby DSH. She is a petite girl who thrives on human companionship. She arrived at the shelter dehydrated and very ill. After getting the medical care she needed and lots of TLC, she is now healthy, happy and ready to find her forever home. Blanche is very sweet and would make a wonderful lap cat. She is litter box trained and already spayed so she can go home with you today. For more information on these and other animals at the Humane Society, call 317-773-4974 or go to www.hamiltonhumane.com

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talking about an Epic Succeed? • Wow Factor and A-Ha Moment, which are more or less the same as “Superstar” – overused to the point of becoming meaningless. They’re all in the same bag – the one marked “Mind Drool.” Back Story. Borrowed from Hollywood, where it means “justification for whatever objectionable thing your movie character does.” In the real world, it means “before.” • BFF, as in Best Friends Forever. Which is usually BS. • Man Up. A ridiculous way to say “get tough.” Especially if you’re talking to a woman. • Refudiate. I don’t care if you DO know what it is supposed to mean. It is not a real word. Not. Real. And that’s the list. I hope this has been a Teachable Moment (banished 2010) exploring this Unique (1978) Condition (1992). As We Speak (1993) Persons Of Interest (2006) are Pushing The Envelope (1995) of our language with New Innovations (1990). In Other Words (1984), we’re getting really good at talking more … and saying less. Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, humorist and speaker. Write him at mike@ mikeredmondonline.com or P.O. Box 44385, Indianapolis, IN 46244.

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Milton A. Carter, 78, a lifelong resident of Hamilton County, passed away Jan. 11 in Noblesville. He was born on Sep. 24, 1932 to Ernest D. and Evelyn M. (Cottingham) Carter in Indianapolis. He was a 1952 graduate of Noblesville High School. He was a US Navy Veteran serving during the Korean War aboard the Ship USS General WA Mann as a Radioman and Morse Code Operator. He went on to attend Indiana Business College, and

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