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It is our opinion that the decision of Goshen College to ban the Star-Spangled Banner before sporting events was a poor one that may have some unintended consequences. It is understandable that the liberal arts school, which has a focus on ministry of the Mennonite Church USA, has a strong focus on promoting peace. However, banning such an iconic symbol of our great nation does not accomplish this. Moreover, it slaps in the face all those who have served in our military and puts their lives on the line or given their lives so that we may have that much desired “peace.” It is reasonable that a group of college students might shortsightedly make such a statement without fully recognizing its impact; but it is inexcusable for the college’s Board of Directors to support such a decision. This governing body should have known and predicted what negative impact this might have created. Our position isn’t intended to suggest that a student’s opinion should not be voiced or heard. But the college has chosen to utilize claim this action as free speech and now must face whatever backlash or response that comes with it. And we hope it is significant.

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It is our position that we must take responsibility as parents and caregivers to ensure our children stay safe while riding bicycles. Statistics show helmets are the single most effective way to prevent head injury resulting from a bicycle crash. According to Riley Children’s Hospital (iuhealth.org), children under 16 account for half of the nation’s 500,000 bicycle-related injuries each year. Correctly-fitted and properly-positioned bicycle helmets are proven to reduce the risk of fatal head injury by 75 percent and reduce the risk of brain injury by 85 percent. Yet, a glance into most neighborhoods reveals very few children and teens are wearing helmets while riding their bikes. Convincing kids that wearing a helmet is “cool” can certainly be a challenge. However, we owe it to ourselves to try. There were two bills that died in the Indiana General Assembly, SB0353 and HB1141 that would have made it a law for children under 18 to wear helmets while riding their bikes. While a law would make it easier for parents to enforce helmet usage, there is no indication of when and if such measures will ever be passed. For now, it is up to us to set a good example and perhaps wear one ourselves.

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In Fort Madison, Iowa, it is illegal for firefighters to respond to a blaze unless they first practice for 15 minutes.

Every week, we will print a portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the Indiana Constitution. Section 11. Tenure of Justices of Supreme Court and Judges of the Court of Appeals. A justice or judge so retired by the Supreme Court shall be considered to have retired voluntarily. A justice or judge so removed by the Supreme Court is ineligible for judicial office and pending further order of the Court he is suspended from practicing law in this State. Upon receipt by the Supreme Court of any such recommendation, the Court

shall hold a hearing, at which such justice or judge is entitled to be present, and make such determinations as shall be required. No justice shall participate in the determination of such hearing when it concerns himself. The Supreme Court shall make rules implementing this section and provide for convening of hearings. Hearings and proceedings shall be public upon request of the justice or judge whom it concerns. No such justice or judge shall, during his term of office, engage in the practice of law, run for elective office other than a judicial office, directly or indirectly make any contribution to, or hold any office in, a political party or organization or take part in any political campaign.

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When is it legal to use fireworks?

FROM THE BACKSHOP ‘Gimme back my 1 percent, then’ So the vaunted National Football League team owners and the players, so far, cannot get together on a plan that would allow the 2011 season and the 2012 Super Bowl to be played. If, for some reason (greed by both sides), an agreement doesn’t materialize in time to allow for a season and the Lucas Oil Stadium-hosted Super Bowl, we want our 1-percent tax on food and beverages returned to us, post haste. The tax (Do you even remember it?) was levied back in 2005 to help fund the stadium and attract the spectacle that is the Super Bowl (and untold millions of dollars in economic influx for the metro area). Now, it’s this simple: Get it together, play the season, have the Big Game™ and keep the dough. You’re welcome. Screw it up, gents, and we’re gonna start asking questions of Hamilton County and local municipalities. (Begin to shudder in boots here.) Don’t say you weren’t warned. In all seriousness, that’s YOUR money and OURS. If the game doesn’t come off as planned, we will be asking you and restaurant and bar owners to join us in a food-and-beverage tax strike. Do you believe the restaurants and bars will lock us out? Think again. They’re NOT the NFL.

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg ••• We trust everyone will have a thoroughly enjoyable – and safe – Fourth of July and partake of the festivities in Noblesville. Now we ask you to turn your attention to the city’s next great event, the annual street dance. The Noblesville Street Dance is celebrating its 20th iteration, and we’re pleased to be able to help sponsor it again. As always, city spokeswoman Cara Culp and a committee of volunteers are fast at work doing the planning to make sure it, too, will be a night to remember. This year, the event will be bigger and better. Some consider it to be the leading event of the summer. Please plan to attend!

don’t have space to devote to some of the most COMMENTARY commonly violated rules on a regular basis. By Kevin Kane These ordinances aren’t constantly in our faces, I find it interesting that so few people actually know their cities’ ordinances regarding common and some people are likely unaware that these all can be found on the city’s activities. Web site. Therefore, most For example, last week Ninety percent of residents have of us simply do what we a reader of Current in Carmel contacted us and no idea when and where they are think is legal and legitisuggested that we again permitted to use fireworks, so mately act surprised in the rare cases that an officer run the city’s fireworks they shoot them off whenever they tells us otherwise. ordinance, as she was want like this is the Wild West. The fireworks ordi“almost cited” by the nance is perhaps the best Carmel Police Dept. after example of this. I’d bet shooting fireworks at that, like me, 90 percent of residents have no her home on June 25. She and her friends and neighbors all were unaware that using consumer idea when and where they are permitted to use fireworks on that date was illegal, and I’m guess- fireworks, so they shoot them off whenever they want like this is the Wild West. ing this would put her in the majority. Luckily for us, ordinances like this seem to only I doubt most Noblesville residents, if asked be enforced when our actions are a nuisance for on the street, could say when it is and is not legal others. But to be safe, here are the dates when you to use fireworks – or how late one can play loud are legally permitted to use your fireworks: between music at home, for that matter. I’ll admit that I the hours of 5 p.m. and two hours after sunset on wouldn’t know. It seems that, while ordinances like these apply to activities are ones that almost all June 29, June 30, July 1, July 2, July 3, July 5, July 6, July 7, July 8, and July 9 and between the hours people do at one point or another, it’s uncommon of 10 a.m. and midnight on July 4. for us to know what exactly is and is not legal. Why is this? We ran many of these city codes and ordinances in Current in Noblesville, CarKevin Kane is the managing editor mel and Westfield last year, but it’s difficult to of Current in Noblesville. You can remember many of the details. For example, I reach him via e-mail at Kevin@ remember that “ultimate fighting” is prohibited currentnoblesville.com. in Carmel, but that’s about it. Additionally, we

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DISPATCHES » Resident honored at White House – Noblesville’s Al Plummer was selected by the White House as a Champion of Change in recognition for his work in mentoring other fathers who face difficult circumstances. Plummer David Agnew with the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs stated that “Mr. Plummer’s work will inspire others around the country to help strengthen our families and communities.” Plummer and his family visited the White House to receive his recognition. » Garden contest – The Noblesville Preservation Alliance will present its first annual NPA Denzel Hufford Garden Contest. The first place winner will receive an outdoor garden marker to proudly display along with $200. First and second runner-ups will each receive $50 gift certificates to Garden Thyme at the Old Schoolhouse. The awards are made possible by an anonymous NPA family with NPA matching funds. Applications may be obtained at the NPA website www. noblesvillepreservation.com or by calling Donna Parker at 379-0307.

Marriage is a page-turner COMMENTARY By Danielle Wilson Harry Potter taught me a valuable lesson in marriage. Being in the same story as your spouse doesn’t mean you’re on the same page in your lives. I’m a speed reader when it comes to easy fiction, and I have a tendency to skip whole paragraphs if they are too descriptive in nature. Who cares if the gentle breeze carried the heady scent of wisteria and lilac? However, Doo takes in every detail and savors passages like he’s eating a double scoop of butter pecan ice cream. As my husband would hear my reactions to funny or sad chapters, he would yell, “Stop reading, and wait for me to catch up.” I just couldn’t, I’d waited a whole year for this book. So we spent most of that weekend frustrated with each other because we literally weren’t on the same page. I’m telling this story because marriage means you and your spouse can be on different pages. You can even be on different a chapter, and that was the case on our recent family vacation. Doo and I simply could not get in sync. He arrived mid-week, which may have been part of the problem. I felt like I was on page 298 of Parenting while he was on page 105; I was already on the 20th chapter of Hilton Head Summers while he had just started Chapter Four. I wanted to keep the pace I set, but Doo kept yelling for me to slow down.

We bickered over the amount of supervision our pre-teens needed, whether to enjoy the morning at the pool or at the beach, and how we wanted to blow our vacation budget for 2011. Three days later, and halfway through a 14-hour car ride home, we finally shared the same pace. Our conflicts stem from our contrasting personalities. I’m a control freak who enjoys sitting on my butt reading smut novels. Doo is an impulsive extravert who needs to be swimming, fishing, or doing something to vacation properly. He’s the fun dad, I’m the mean mom. But to have our differences manifest on a trip stinks like our gecko’s aquarium (Still alive! See below!). Although, with communication and patience, harmony can happen. We eventually were able to end up on the same page in the same book (“Budgeting the rest of 2011”). Peace out. Gecko Update: Quickie is alive! At least she was when I was writing this article. The prognosis is still bleak, but she is home and being loved on. My son is coming to terms with the impending demise of his little scaled friend. Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

Drivers beware: Texting ban now in effect By Jordan Fischer Current in Fishers As of July 1, Hoosier motorists caught texting while driving could be facing a traffic violation ticket, and a fine of up to $500. The new law, House Bill 1129, makes it a Class C infraction to use a telecommunications device to type, transmit or read a text message or email while operating a motor vehicle. Proponents of the bill say it’s a first step in reducing thousands of collisions on Indiana roadways every year because of distracted drivers. In 2009 alone, distracted driving crashes cost the state $257.5 million. Some, however, say the law doesn’t go far enough, pointing out that while texting is banned, GPS applications to web surfing, will remain perfectly legal. There is also no provision which would prevent drivers from talking on their cell phone while driving. The law may also prove as difficult to enforce as a 2009 ban on teens texting while driving, which has netted only a handful of tickets since it came into effect. Law enforcement officers are not permitted by the bill to confiscate telecommunications devices for the purpose of verifying that texting did occur, leaving the question open as to how a determination of unlawful texting will be made.

» Social dancing – This Noblesville Parks and Recreation class is perfect for anyone attending upcoming weddings and other social events. Join instructors Bonnie Lawrence and Donald Brown to learn and develop skills in dance techniques for the waltz, cha-cha, rhumba, and swing. Cost is $35 per person for Noblesville residents. Two sessions offered – Beginning students: July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, and 8 from 8 to 9:15 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced students: July 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, and 8 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Pre-registration is required for all classes. For details or to register, visit www. cityofnoblesville.org/Parks. » Calling all truck buffs – Hamilton Town Center will host Touch-A-Truck July 16 from 11 a.m.to 2 p.m. Touch-A-Truck is designed to provide a fun learning opportunity for the whole family. Attendees will have the chance to sit behind the steering wheel of a fire engine, climb aboard a bus and see a recycling truck up close. Hamilton Town Center also is hoping to have farm equipment, additional emergency response vehicles and much more on-site for a well-rounded experience for the families in attendance. Those interested in showcasing a vehicle should contact Tiffany Cring at 214-6958. All types of vehicles are welcome and encouraged to exhibit.

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County homes selling for more, but staying longer on market By Jordan Fischer Current in Noblesville Median sale prices for Hamilton County homes are on the rise, as is the amount of time they spend on the market, according to a report issued last week by the Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of Realtors. Closing prices for homes saw a 3.9 percent increase during the March-May measurement period, as compared to the same time frame in 2010. The numbers of new homes on the market and homes sold, however, both saw decreases from their 2010 levels, down 8.8 percent and 13.6 percent, respectively. The decrease in market listings may not be indicative of a new housing slump, according to Steve Rupp, broker associate and realtor for Prudential Indiana Realty Group, but rather a market beginning to stand on its own feet again. “What you’ve got to take into account here,” Rupp said, “is that these numbers are, for the first time in two years, reflective of the market without the home buyer tax credit.” The first-time homebuyer credit, established by the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, offered a credit for first home purchases, worth up to $7,500. That credit was eventually increased to $8,000, and extended through April 30, 2010. “What we were seeing (last year) was that any

property that was well-priced and even halfway presentable was selling,” Rupp said. “People who were sitting on the fence were pushed on to the market, because they saw this $8,000 tax credit going away.” The tax credit was, according to Rupp, “life support” for the struggling housing market during the 2008 economic downturn. “The real estate market suffered major trauma,” he said. “But at some point, we had to go off that ventilator and stand on our own two feet.” The MIBOR report also indicated an 18.7 percent increase in months supply of inventory, from 7.5 to 9 months, in March-May of this year compared to the same period in 2010. A market’s supply of inventory is the amount of months it would take to sell all currently available homes with no new listings added. In May, the month’s supply of inventory further increased to 9.4 months. “Houses are spending about 50 percent longer on the market than you’d expect in a healthy market, and it’s trending upward,” Rupp said. “Broadly, five to seven months is the commonly accepted healthy time on the market.” “I think these numbers are indicative of increased confidence in the market, because people are putting their houses up for sale again,” Rupp added. “But, you need to have increased demand to deal with that increased supply.”

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BlueGrass Fever to provide Corbett will challenge Ditslear affordable family fun By Matthew Loria Current in Noblesville The kids are home for the summer and it’s time for some family bonding. But that’s becoming more difficult as a result of through-theroof prices for family activities. The upcoming Sheridan BlueGrass Fever may provide a solution. The Sheridan BlueGrass Fever charges $5 per person with children 12 and under admitted free. The family can dance the night away or just enjoy the performances beginning July 15 at 5 p.m. and July 16 starting at 2pm. The two evenings will play host to nationally-recognized bluegrass bands, Karl Shiflett & Big Country Show and Danny Paisley & The Southern Grass. Also performing will be Cornfields & Crossroads, Circle City Bluegrass Band, Jeremy Morris and the Harvest Road Band, and Thorntown Bluegrass Jammers. The event will be not only entertaining but historically significant. “When the Sheridan Historical Society restored the 1828 George Boxley pioneer cabin, local lore told us that George Boxley, a Virginia-born abolitionist who fomented a sabotaged slave rebellion in 1816, was known to have played the mandolin, a primary bluegrass instrument, said event Chairwoman Brenda Bush. Boxley, who escaped jail in Fredericksburg, spent 12 years pursued by bounty hunters until he settled in the wilderness that eventually became ‘Sheridan.’” Only a two-year-old event, Bluegrass Fever has experienced great success. “Last year more than 1,200 people showed up in a festive mood and there was a lot of spontaneity,” Bush said. For this year’s two-day event, Bush said the production and performance of the entire event will be more detailed and complex, but very much worth it. She also added that she is extremely thankful to all of the sponsors and patrons. “We couldn’t do this without such enthusiasm,” Bush said.

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“A number of my friends were By Kevin Kane telling me that this was a good idea, Current in Noblesville and I agreed with them,” he said. Mayor John Ditslear has a new “This is a good idea.” opponent for this November’s genCorbett declined to provide any eral election. details on his platform and said this Mike Corbett last week filed to will be covered, in part, during a run as an independent for Noblesmedia-only press conference Tuesday ville mayor in the general election. evening. Ditslear beat Steve Brown Corbett, a Noblesville resident Corbett in the Republican primary in May of six years, launched the Hamilton and no candidates sought the Democratic nomiCounty Business Magazine three years ago and nation. The filing deadline serves as its editor and publisher. He said he “We’re going to be laying out our agenda duronly recently, after the primary elections, began ing the next few weeks and we’re going to make considering a run for the city’s top office. a contest of it,” he said.

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Graffiti class teaches kids to be expressive By Krista Bocko Current in Noblesville Art Teachers Billy and Kandi Jamieson of Arthouse recently wrapped up a graffiti and mural painting class. The end result was a collaboration of ideas and designs painted onto a vintage Volkswagen bus. The Jamiesons juxtaposed the concepts of graffiti and murals together in the class, allowing students to contribute ideas and collaborate on the design for the bus. One of the phrases painted on the bus, “Be Open Minded,” “really captured it,” Kandi said. “Even for adults who see graffiti art around, for them to be open minded and ask ‘why are kids doing this?’ “Have we given them the opportunity to speak their mind and a place to create art? That’s what we want to do here.” Stop by Arthouse at 195 S. 10th Street, visit www.arthousenoblesville.blogspot.com or call 773-0038 for class schedules.

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DISPATCHES » Nominations wanted – The Autism Society of Indiana is accepting nominations for its 2011 Excellence Awards through July 9. Categories include excellence in early intervention, excellence in advocacy, self advocacy, excellence in family leadership and excellence in direct care. The awards dinner will be held Aug. 20 in Zionsville. Learn more about the awards at www.inautism.org. Submit nominations to kylee2381@yahoo.com. » Miller Legacy Awards – Jan Saddler, Brad Howard, Jake Thurman, and Bill Kenley are the first winners of the newly established Miller Legacy Awards. The four received their awards on June 2, the last day of school for teachers. The teachers were selected by this year’s high school seniors. Seniors had the opportunity to vote for the teacher who was “most inspirational and influential” during each stage of the academic career – elementary school, intermediate school, middle school, and high school. » Healthy School Awards – Nine Noblesville schools – Noble Crossing, Stony Creek, Hazel Dell, Hinkle Creek, North and White River elementary schools, Noblesville In-

termediate School and Noblesville Middle School – have received the Healthy Hoosier School Award in recognition of their commitment to healthy students. The award honors Indiana schools that have policies and educational programs in place to promote proper nutrition and increased physical activity among their students. » Gala raises record amount – Guerin Catholic last week announced that its 2011 gala raised more than $262,000 which will be used in tuition assistance, campus ministry and academic needs. The 2012 gala will be held Feb. 11. » Teens lead historic tours – Preserve America Summer Docents have been trained to provide tours for three history organizations: the Hamilton County Historical Society at 810 Conner Street (in the Old Sheriff’s Residence and Jail); the Indiana Transportation Museum inside Forest Park at 701 Cicero Road (in August, also at the Fair Train site in Fishers); and the Noblesville Preservation Alliance, where docents are based in the Visitors Center at 839 Conner Street on the south side of the courthouse square. For details, call 691-0262.

Why some movies never lose their magic TEEN LIFE By Jenna Larson People choose their favorite movies for multiple reasons. Whether it’s a character or a script, there’s an element that keeps people’s favorite movies on replay. I’ve deemed the movie, “Easy A,” as my new favorite. I’ve seen it multiple times since it hit theaters last fall. So how can one twohour plot keep audiences entertained time and time again? Well, I haven’t quite cracked that case yet; however, my guess is it has to do with the comfort of familiarity. Sitting down to watch a movie I know I’ll like, understand and connect with is a good feeling. There’s no uncertainty whether the jokes will fly over my head or if there will be too much violence for me to handle. Everything is certain, especially that I know I’ll love the movie. Bottom line is it’s nice to know the main character will triumph and things will work out in the hero’s favor before the credits roll.

Although the plots to my favorite movies have already been told, that’s not enough to stop me from continuing to watch them over and over again. Movies are different from our lives, but many main characters are still universally relatable. Movie characters can be comforting, especially when you know the roots of the characters and where their story takes them. So, maybe that’s the answer to why repetition never steals the magic from our favorite movies. Watching a movie multiple times is like being able to predict reality; it’s like unfolding real life in a controlled environment. So the next time I come across “Easy A” at a RedBox I won’t hesitate to rent it.

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Jenna Larson is a junior at Noblesville High School and is opinions editor for The Mill Stream. View Jenna's blog at jenna-larson.tumblr.com.

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Owner Steve Line credits his employees for the rapid growth of Summers Plumbing Heating and Cooling By Kevin Kane Current in Noblesville Steve Line didn’t plan to take over Summers Plumbing Heating and Cooling during the recession in 2008. He simply acted on a good opportunity that came his way. In his short time as the new owner of this longstanding Noblesville company, however, Line has grown the business exponentially, leading Summers to unprecedented success. But he doesn’t take much credit for this growth; he says his employees have made the company into what it is today. Summers opened in 1969 under Noblesville’s Basil and Darlene Summers, who started the company in their home using their last $50. Darlene says the relentless work ethic of her late husband was the driving force behind getting the company off the ground, becoming successful and carving out its place in the community. Darlene continued running the business for years after Basil’s death in 1996, and she had little interest in selling when Line first inquired about the business. In fact, Line said he wasn’t necessarily looking to buy Summers, either. The longtime general manager of one of Summers’ corporate competitors was merely exploring his options in becoming a business owner, but Darlene and Line both found the other’s situation to be a perfect fit. “It’s just one of those things,” Line said. “That’s just how it happened.” Line said he was looking, though somewhat casually, for an existing business he could take over that would allow him to serve and be a part of the community in which he lives. Summers wasn’t necessarily looking to sell, but she said she knew that Line would maintain the company’s quality of service and reputation her family had built for years. So, in the middle of the downturn, Line jumped into entrepreneurship for the first time. Friends asked him if he was sure

A rare partnership They know it’s unheard of, but Steve Line and Darlene Summers decided to work together after Line purchased Summers Plumbing Heating and Cooling from Summers in 2008. She had been a business owner since 1969, while Line was new to entrepreneurship. Summers handled the company’s payroll and even mentored Line for the first few years. Now, she works as a part-time dispatcher and customer service representative but is still available to help in other areas if needed. “I actually love coming to work now and going home without the headaches,” she said.

that, given the economic climate, he was making the right move, but he said he knew it was his career’s next step for which he had long been waiting. “It’s not like you can pick a time to do it. You either do it, or you don’t,” he said.” “But it was scary for (his wife Tracy and him)…We were risking everything we had to make it work.” Despite the difficult circumstances, Line made success look easy. His first day as the new owner of Summers, Line had a total of three employees and two trucks. Today, just three years later, he has 28 employees and 20 trucks at his Noblesville office alone. Next month, the company will move to a new facility that is five times larger, and Line also has opened new branches in Greenfield and Franklin, with plans to expand to other locations in the near future. His level of success and the speed at which he’s attained it even go well beyond Line’s own expectations. “Not even close,” he said. “My three-year busi-

ness plan back in 2008 we accomplished in 2009, and in 2008 we only worked nine months…We’re averaging close to a 70 percent growth rate year after year, and we’ve been keeping that pace up.” Success of this kind in the heating and cooling industry – or any industry – has been rare in the last few years, and Line said there a few simple differences between his company and his struggling competitors that have made a big impact. The first, and biggest, is his people. Line said he only hires professional, driven, hard-working employees. Previous experience is almost irrelevant, he said, adding that he is much more willing to invest the time and money into training “the right person” instead of limiting himself to those with experience. He also hired Darlene, who today works part-time taking calls and dispatching service personnel. But he said another key to his success has been his investment in marketing. While other companies cut back on advertising efforts during the recession, Line continued devoting a substantial portion of his budget to his marketing campaigns, and he said he’s reaped the benefits. Line said his strategy is simple and largely based on common sense. Still, Darlene said she’s amazed to see how successful he’s been. “He told me how he wanted to grow,” she said. “I thought he was crazy, but he’s done it.” As for continued growth and expansion, Line said it will happen but he doesn’t make concrete plans. He prefers to pursue opportunities as they arise, just as he did when buying Summers in 2008. He knows one thing, though: He’ll be following his employees, adding new branches in the hometowns of his best employees the way he did with his two newest locations. “If we fail, it’s my fault,” he said. “But if we’re successful, it’s because of my employees.”

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DISPATCHES » Photography 101 – The Hamilton County Artists Association will hold an introductory photography class with instructor Bob Daugherty, an experienced photographer who has traveled the world and taken many award-winning photographs. The class will be held July 5, 12, 19 and 26, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the HCAA, 195 South 5th Street, Noblesville. Cost is $30 for members, $35 for non-members. Register by e-mailing to cdennis321@ comcast.net. » Wine and pizza - Pair cheesy pizzas with moderately tannic reds, or, if they aren’t covered in tomato sauce—which tends to overwhelm white wines—a crisp white. Try these wines: 2005 Banfi Chianti Classico; 2006 Umani Ronchi Casal di Serra Verdicchio; 2005 Terre dei Re Vultur Aglianico del Vulture. -www.foodandwine.com » Landscaping with native plants - The third annual INPAWS (Indiana Native Plant and Wildflower Society) Garden Tour will be held July 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at four sites in Marion and Hamilton counties. All gardens are free and open to the public. Tour-goers will see native shrubs, trees and wildflowers

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FOOD By Lori Goldsby Farmers markets, with their displays of fruits, vegetables and specialty goods, are beacons to amateur foodies who envision themselves as the next breakout TV chef. Do you plan your visit with a menu in mind and make a beeline to those vendors? Or do you wander aimlessly around, waiting for inspiration to hit but come home with a hodgepodge of goods and think, “Now what?!” Shopping at a farmer’s market is very different than your weekly trip to the grocery store. Most visitors don’t arrive with a grocery list in hand, but they know a few items they want. With a simple strategy, you can leave with a complete meal plan. Select a meat, an herb, a fruit and a vegetable. With a loaf of bread, fresh pasta or fresh corn, you will have a complete meal. The fresh herbs will provide the “zing” to the meats and fresh vegetables. This past weekend, I scored some great items at the Fishers Farmers Market. At the Woodland Fairy Acres booth, they have culinary lavender. I love to use lavender with fresh lamb from the Royer Farm booth. I usually complement this with a salad of fresh greens and berries. The floral notes of the lavender compliment the fruit, and I made croutons from the leftover pretzel I had at the Taste of Philly booth I already had olive oil at home, but the Artisano’s booth has a citrusy olive oil that I will be getting very soon. Here is one of my family’s favorite meals from

album in 12 years, “Doctor Faith,” By Zach Dunkin during a 75-minute set that will Current in Noblesville naturally focus on his hit tunes. When pop stars share the stage Cross’ self-titled debut album with the Indianapolis Symphony with its lead singles “Ride Like the Orchestra for the Symphony on Wind” and “Sailing” led him to an the Prairie concerts, the ISO cusunprecedented and record-setting tomarily plays second fiddle, so to five Grammy Awards in 1981, speak, to the headliner. Christoincluding Best New Artist and pher Cross, the ‘80s pop sensation, Cross Song of the Year. He then scored says they’re often considered just another No. 1 hit and an Academy Award for “wallpaper.” co-writing and singing “Arthur’s Theme (Best But when Cross guest stars with the ISO That You Can Do).” He charted eight songs July 8-9 in the Conner Prairie Amphitheatre, on the Billboard Top 40 charts between 1980 he says he’ll put the orchestra to work. Cross and 1983, helping to define adult contempohas written arrangements that will feature rary radio. more of the orchestra. For example, the ISO But like many artists in the music business, will play where some of Cross’ guitar solos he was never able to match that initial success. might be in a song. “The paradigm is that music is a young “The orchestra will see that they are featured people’s business,” he said. “I’m 60, and it’s much more with us than other pop acts,” said hard for people to take me seriously. It’s sad Cross, making his Conner Prairie debut. “In a that perception outweighs art, but you just lot of collaborations like this, the orchestra is keep making records.” overlooked. Cross will play with the ISO at 8 p.m., July “But our arrangements are challenging for 8 and 9 at Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville pop stuff. They’ll like it. Road, Fishers. ISO Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly Tickets: $22 in advance and $27 at the gate will wave the baton over this program, which for adults, with children’s prices (ages 2-12) at will feature snippets of pop favorites and TV $11 in advance and $13 at the gate. Tickets themes from the 1950s through the 1980s. may be purchased by calling 639-4300 or by Spectators will hear three of the new songs visiting www.IndianapolisSymphony.org. from Cross’ tenth album and first all-studio

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Spring lamb with lavender Ingredients • 1 leg of lamb • fresh cracked • 2 T. culinary pepper lavender • 3-5 garlic cloves • 1/4 c. olive oil • 1 c. red wine Directions 1. Marinate lamb for 4 hours or overnight. 2. If using a gas grill, grill on each side 10 minutes using medium heat. 3. Cover with foil. Allow to rest five minutes. Slice across the grain. 4. Serve with a salad of spring greens or spinach topped with berries and croutons.

the Fishers Farmers Market, because it includes not just the in-season fresh fruits and veggies, but it combines them into a cohesive meal. In the coming weeks, I will be visiting other local markets and plan to bring you fresh ideas for summertime cooking and entertaining. Lori Goldsby is a self-proclaimed foodie living in Fishers. She won the Martha Stewart Pies and Tarts contest. See more of her recipes at www.food52.com/ cooks/25050_lorigoldsby. E-mail her at Lorigoldsby@aol.com.

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Brand-New Luxury Apartments July 5 Fishers Summer Concert Series: Living Proof Fishers Town Hall, 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers. Join Fishers Parks and Recreation Tuesday evenings in July for a free outdoor concert series. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs, or blankets to enjoy Living Proof, a fun seven-piece, R&B band. No scooters, skateboards, rollerblades or bicycles allowed. Bring an office supply to support Janus Developmental Services. Visit www.fishers.in.us/ parks for the season schedule.

July 6 Summer Concerts at the Gazebo: Indianapolis Jazz Orchestra 1 Civic Square, Carmel Come to Carmel for this week’s free community concert at the gazebo outside City Hall. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday through August 10. Pets are not permitted. For more information, visit www.carmelgazeboconcerts.org.

July 7 Morty’s Comedy Joint: Tony Boswell Comedian and actor Tony Boswell, who has appeared on Comedy Central and in Meet the Parents, will perform July 7 through 9 at Morty’s Comedy Joint, 3625 East 96th St., Indianapolis. Tickets are $12 on Thursdays (8 p.m. show time) and $15 on Fridays and Saturdays (8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. show times). For tickets or more information, visit www.mortyscomedy.com or call 848-5500.

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July 9 Cool Creek Concert Series: The Flying Toasters St.Vincent Health presents the Cool Creek Concert Series every Friday night at Cool Creek Park, 2000 East 151st Street, Westfield at 7 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults; children age 12 and under are free. For more information, visit www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com.

July 9 The Phoenix Theatre: Avenue Q 749 N. Park Ave., Indianapolis Ticket information is available online at HYPERLINK “http://www.phoenixtheatre.org/flash. html” http://www.phoenixtheatre.org/flash. html, or by calling 317-635-7529. Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad, comes to New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account. He soon discovers that the only neighborhood in his price range is Avenue Q. Together, Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life in this Tony Award-winner for best musical. (Adult subject matter).

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DISPATCHES » Hear ‘White Christmas’ after coffee? – Scientists from La Trobe University said they found that people who self reported that they were stressed and consumed at least five caffeinated beverages, including coffee, a day were more likely than people who were neither stressed nor heavy caffeine users to believe they heard bits of music (Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas”) in what was actually pure white noise played through headphones for three minutes. Despite some limitations, the findings are consistent with previous research, including a 2009 survey finding that people who drank three or more cups of brewed coffee a day were three times more likely to report hearing and seeing things that didn’t exist. -www.time.com » Tasting fat linked to weight control – Studies indicate that people who can “taste” fat in rich food are better able to control their weight, compared with those who merely sense it through smell and texture. “This could explain why fat-free foods are not as popular as full-fat foods,” said a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. -HealthDay News

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» An oil that trims waistlines – In a recent double-blind study, researchers evaluated the effects of coconut oil and soybean oil on the biochemical profiles and waist circumference on 40 obese women, aged 20-40. The women received a daily supplement of 30ml (about two tablespoons) of either soybean oil or coconut oil. They also followed a balanced low-calorie diet, and walked for 50 minutes per day. The coconut oil group presented: increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol), decreased LDL/HDL ratio, reduced waist circumference/abdominal obesity. The soybean oil group presented an increase in total and bad cholesterol, a decrease in good cholesterol and no reduction in waist circumference. -www.mercola.com » Bad gums linked to E.D. – Periodontitis, an inflammation or infection of the gums, may hamper your sex life in another way: it may be a cause of erectile dysfunction, a new study suggests. The results showed that periodontitis impaired erectile function in rats. The findings agree with a previous study that showed periodontitis is more common in men with erectile dysfunction than men without erectile dysfunction. -www.livescience.com

Want to burn calories at rest? Read this! COMMENTARY By Laura Marenco Many of us know that as we age it gets tougher to fit into those skinny jeans we love so much. Obviously, lack of exercise is to blame, but what we’re losing when we cut gym time is lean muscle. Muscle is the core to regulating your body and your weight. “Your resting metabolic rate drops two to three percent every decade after the age of 20, typically due to a loss of muscle mass” says Pamela Peeke, MD, a Pew Foundation scholar in Metabolism and Nutrition and author of Body for Life for Women. When you do the math, this means you’ll have a four to six percent slower metabolism in your 30s and an even slower one once you hit 40 or 50. But, you can win against weight gain as you age by building muscle in the gym, firing up your metabolic burn during cardio and fueling up with clean meals. You can keep your metabolism at its possible highest no matter what age you are. Here’s how to do it. Strength training is the absolute best way to maintain and build lean muscle tissue, which

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speeds up our metabolism and burns calories, even at rest. “Muscle mass is terribly important and is the one significant element of metabolism that can be changed,” says Peeke. Lifting weights stresses and breaks down your muscles, which respond by building more muscle cells to compensate for the new loads being placed upon them. These new cells require energy, and burn three times more calories than fat cells, even at rest. So what about doing long cardio sessions? Those burn calories, right? Right, you do burn calories, but once you stop your heart rate goes back to normal and that’s it for the caloric burn. On the other hand, if you are lifting weights, the caloric burn will last for hours post-workout because your body is working hard at repairing itself. Shoot for three days a week of weight training followed by 30 to 40 minutes of cardio to rev up that metabolism, eat clean and age gracefully. Laura owns a Personal Training studio in Carmel, runs Fit Carmel Moms bootcamp, holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and is a nutritional consultant at Point Blank Nutritition.

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DISPATCHES » Kroger honors local employees – The Kroger Co.’s Central Division, headquartered in Indianapolis, announced 148 Customer Service Award Winners for 2010, including Lana Edwards, who works at the store at 150 West 161st Street in Westfield, and Edgar Mendez, 17447 Carey Road, Westfield. » Negotiate your medical costs – The health care equivalent of the Kelly Blue Book is HealthCareBook.com. Use it to determine the ballpark price range for specific procedures in your area. Many patients are now starting bidding wars with doctors. Dr. Michael Brown, a cosmetic surgeon told dailyfinance.com that he now sees many patients seeing anywhere from two to seven doctors for quotes before making a decision. -www.dailyfinance.com » State revenue increases – According to Census Bureau Data released last week, state and local tax revenues climbed 4.7 percent in the first quarter, but property tax revenues fell 1.7 percent, the second straight quarter of declines. Revenues have increased for six consecutive quarters but income and sales

tax collections remain 1.5 percent below their 2008 peak. Individual income taxes gained 11.9 percent compared to the same period a year ago. Sales taxes jumped 5.8 percent. -www.money.cnn.com » CEO pay rises – Average CEO pay fell in 2008 and 2009, ending 2009 at a little over $10 million. This year, median CEO compensation rose an impressive 35 percent, according to a preliminary survey from Governance Metrics International. Average CEO pay rose 18 percent, indicating that the raises were widespread rather than being restricted to just a few lucky CEOs. -www.bnet.com » Be wary of treasury yields – Experts say investors are seeking safety in treasuries because they’re concerned about Greece’s debt woes and the economic slowdown in the United States. Long-term investors may not want to bet on treasuries right now, experts say. Historically, treasuries have traded about 2 to 3 percent above the inflation rate. But today, the 10-year treasury yield is trading below the inflation rate. -www.money.usnews.com

Do I really need flood insurance? INSURANCE Q&A By Jamie Ianigro Question from Juliana P. from Carmel: All this crazy rain lately has me worried that I need flood insurance. We have a basement and have never had any problems in the 10 years we’ve lived in the house. What do you think? Response from Jamie Ianigro: Issues: The first thing you need to know about flood insurance is what the policy covers. A flood insurance policy will protect your property from flooding accompanying hurricanes, heavy rains and melting snows. A standard homeowner’s policy specifically excludes coverage for all of these things. Some insurance carriers will add flood coverage with an endorsement to your homeowner’s policy, but usually you will have to purchase a separate policy. The other thing you need to know about flood insurance is what it doesn’t cover. Flood insurance doesn’t cover water that rises up through your plumbing. This type of loss is protected by using an endorsement to your homeowner’s policy called sewer and drain backup. A loss from sewer and drain backup can be just as damaging as a flood loss. Coverage Recommendations: Most of Hamilton County sits in a moderate-to-low risk area when it comes to flood risk (you can check your risk at www.floodsmart.gov) and qualify for coverage at the preferred rate. Preferred rate policies are the lowest premiums available through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). This policy will protect your house and its contents

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starting as low as $129 per year. It takes 30 days after purchase for a flood policy to take effect, so don’t wait until the water starts rising. Sewer and drain backup coverage is a simple endorsement that you may have already included on your homeowner’s policy. Standard coverage usually starts with limits of $5,000. If you have a finished basement, $5,000 is not going to get you back to where you would like to be. We usually recommend upgrading that coverage to $10,000 to $25,000 to make sure you are adequately covered. Higher limits are definitely available. The cost of this endorsement varies by carrier, but is usually a very low percentage of the total cost of your policy. Claim Prevention: The most important thing to know is when to cut and run. Your family’s safety is much more important than a house or anything you have in it. The steps you can take to prevent flood claims are pretty easy and you’re probably already doing them. First, make sure your sump pump is working and has an adequate battery-powered backup, in case it loses power. Next, make sure your gutters and downspouts are clear of debris and obstructions. Last, make sure your downspouts are getting water far enough away from the house that the water is not returning.

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Tile is the overwhelming style COMMENTARY By David Decker Ceramic and porcelain tile present the most mesmerizing array of style, texture and design options for any surface commonly underfoot. Tile’s variety and consistency match up with its durability and easy maintenance to create a dependable, creative and classy bottom line in any room. Although it’s appropriate anywhere, tile is typically chosen for kitchens, bathrooms and entryways. Choosing between ceramic and porcelain tile is determined by how well the available colors and textures complement the home improvement project’s design. Ceramic and porcelain tiles share similarities, but there are differences in the materials, appearance and pricing. Ceramic tile is made of clay and mixed with various minerals and water. It’s baked like clay and it’s glazed with a “design layer” that determines the color, design and texture. Porcelain tile is composed of fine-grain sand and manufactured with pressure and heat, making it dense and durable. Porcelain will last longer than any other non-tile flooring. Its density makes it an easy surface to clean.

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Pets of the week LuLu is a 2 year old female white with tan Smooth-coat Collie mix. LuLu is a very outgoing girl who always seems to have a smile on her face. She truly enjoys human companionship and she really likes belly rubs. She is gentle when taking treats and she knows the commands sit and down, but she is very smart and would do well in obedience training. She gets along with most other dogs, but she would prefer a home without cats. LuLu is house trained and due to her size and energy level she would do best in a home with teenage children. Velvet is a 2 year old female black DSH. Velvet earned her name because her fur is velvety soft. She has gorgeous gold eyes and she is a petite little girl only weighing about 7 ½ pounds. She is friendly and gets along with other cats and she is litter box trained. Velvet has been at the shelter since early November, so she is more than ready to find her forever home with a loving family who wouldn’t mind having a super soft kitty on their lap once in awhile. For more information on these and other animals at the Humane Society, call 317-773-4974

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Say what you need to say – now GENEALOGY By Darla Kinney Scoles I was having a difficult time choosing a column topic last week, I procrastinated my writing until I was right at critical deadline. One topic I was considering was how important it is to write to those we love, sharing those special things we want to tell them before it is too late to do so. I had been to two viewings, burials and a memorial service recently. I heard several people mourning their loved ones while expressing the need to say what’s important before a tomorrow that never comes. Luckily, I had written to one of my recentlydeparted friends while he was alive, but sadly, had not done the same for the other. It’s a regret that cannot be fixed in any way. So, as I sat down to simply choose a direction and go in it on paper, a pain in my stomach grew and grew, and grew. Six hours later, as I was being wheeled into emergency surgery for an appendectomy, it became clear to me that this was indeed the most important topic. Too bad it was a tad too late for deadline. All I had time to say to my husband in-

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Guitar lessons

with recording artist Duke Tumatoe All levels- Learn from a professional and have fun! 317-201-5856 or duke@duketumatoe.com

PET SERVICES

HOME AWAY FROM HOME Retiree will board your pet in my home. Very Reasonable Rates!! 317-873-3806

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Science Tutor –

Junior High and High School I Taught high school chemistry in Illinois; Certified in Chemistry, Biology, Geology, and General Science. Call Leah – 317-473-3755 or lmarsullivan@msn.com

FREE MOWING! For one week with weekly mowing for entire season Call Jonathan Walla 2010 IU Business Grad Professional Business for 7 years Most Lawns $30-35 Includes MOWING, EDGING, TRIMMING 698-5480 for FREE ESTIMATE

FURNITURE AND WOOD FINISHING/RE-FINISHING

For Garages Over 15 colors to choose Install in 1 or 2 days Tough & Durable Free Shop at Home 317-896-3588 imageflooring@aol.com

Power washing--homes--driveways-decks—walkways Gutter cleaning FREE ESTIMATES Keith J Buckley 317-519-9256 keybuck7@yahoo.com

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“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield pawptrl@aol.com References Available

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PRESCHOOL

Guitar Lessons Child-centered, structured, nurturing Academic preschool for ages 21/2 - 6yrs.

near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

910-6990

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Happy Pets In-Home Pet Care

A less stressful and economical alternative to boarding with loving care for your pets in the comfort of your home. Experience in Exotics. Insured/Bonded Member of Pet Sitters Associates LLC happypetsitter@gmail.com 317-645-6043 References available

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Gowns for Less

Carmel Clay School Corporation

Donations of gowns — tax deductible Gowns — greatly discounted Proceeds donated to local charities Gowns from $100 (317)796-9432 BridesRevisted.org Gayla@BridesRevisted.org

Gowns for the Greatest Good Now HIring SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

Westfield Washington Schools Is now training bus drivers for the 2011-12 school year for permanent-substitute positions with advancement to permanent route driver as the routes become available. *Training is provided if not already CDL licensed. * Health and other benefits available upon becoming a permanent/sub driver. Call Westfield Washington Schools Transportation Department 317-867-8040 or 317-867-8041

is now training School Bus Drivers for the 2011-2012 School Year Summer Paid Training Program to obtain Class B, CDL Starting at $88 day after successful completion of training Paid Bi-weekly Available to earn attendance bonus Apply on-line to www.ccs.k12.in.us, AA/EOE

Carmel Clay School Corporation

is accepting applications for School Bus Aides Assist special needs children to and from school Training provided. $10.66 hour Apply on-line to www.ccs.k12.in.us AA/EOE

REAL ESTATE DISTRESS SALE

Bank Foreclosures Hamilton Co. Free list of Foreclosure Properties. Receive a FREE daily list by e-mail; www.hamiltoncoforeclosures.com

VOLUNTEERS

NOW HIRING

Midwest Academy, a private school in Carmel, is in need of substitute teachers for grades 4-12 in all subject areas. Please fax your resume to 843-2833.

NOW HIRING

PART-TIME OPTICIAN Experience necessary Energetic personality a must. Please fax or email resume to: 317-660-7438 info@wittmann2020.com

We are in need of 300 additional volunteers to act as the voice in court for children in foster care. These children have been removed from birth families due to neglect or abuse. Volunteers visit with children, speak to those involved in their care, and advocate for them in court, ensuring that their best interests are served within the child welfare system. If you are interested in making a difference in our community, please contact Dionne Jones at (317) 205-3055 ext. 2240, or visit our website at www.childadvocates.net

Puzzle Answers

With Baker Scott

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons

Philanthropy

8-week Am I Hungry?® Mindful Eating Workshop.

Tired of dieting? Wish you could just eat what you love and love what you eat without gaining weight? Then come learn to eat mindfully- No rules, no deprivation, no sneak eating. Just practical strategies you can live with-FOREVER. Facilitated by Sara Bernstein, Licensed Wellness Coach. Starts Monday, July 25, 7 p.m. 9 p.m. at O’Fit Studio 1150 W. 86th St. For more info or to register, visit www.wellnesswaycoaching.com or call Sara 317.408.3046

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