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Lumber prices delay Lofts on Tenth construction in downtown Noblesville By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com At the Aug. 24, Noblesville Common Council meeting PT17 Development co-owner Darren Peck told DEVELOPMENT Noblesville councilors that because of lumber prices, framing for The Lofts on Tenth mixed-use project on 10th Street between Clinton and Wayne streets was delayed several months, but work now is expected to begin soon. Framing and a framing crew are scheduled to arrive Sept. 1. The project broke ground in September 2020, and crews worked through the winter to establish underground utilities and concrete work. “We had been looking at framing for quite a while, and we started getting framing numbers in November (2020) and secured a deal to get framing until it was time to send the contract, and it was exactly twice the price,” Peck said. “It was a big number to begin with, but times two was a reason to put the brakes on.” ‘ Peck said PT17 Development approached other lumber suppliers during the following two months seeking a more reasonable price for the framing materials. One option could have been delivered in June but would have cost considerably more. Now, a lumber

A rendering of The Lofts on Tenth mixed-use development. (Rendering courtesy of City of Noblesville)

supplier is set to deliver the framing materials Sept. 1. Peck did not state what the final price was nor the budgeted amount, and the numbers were not available in the common council agenda documents. But Peck said the materials were secured for “a reasonable number.” Since the lumber obstacle, PT17 Development has secured all other materials, such as HVAC units, roofing, the elevator,

appliances, flooring, masonry and plumbing. When the framing crew and materials arrive, construction will begin on the north building. Following the north building, construction will begin on the garages, followed by construction on the south building. Peck said he anticipates a December or January finish time. For more, visit cityofnoblesville.org.

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Aug. 18 was the first day of fall classes at Ivy Tech Hamilton County, 300 N. 17th St., Noblesville. Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Rachel Kartz said it was the first time students were physically in classrooms since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Ivy Tech Hamilton County recently became a full-service campus.

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Price is right for Zionsville football team By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Zionsville Community High School senior running back Colin Price has all the attributes. “He’s an all-around back,” Eagles coach Scott Turnquist said. “He’s got great speed. He’s got really good vision. He’s a guy that attacks all the time. He’s a downhill runner. He loves to be physical, and he finishes runs. He’s an all-around great athlete, so he does everything really well. He can beat you in multiple ways. He’s very versatile, which makes it easy for his teammates, coaches and play callers.” Turnquist said he is valuable catching the football as well. “We can split him out as a receiver and he protects well,” Turnquist said. The 6-foot-1, 190-pound Price rushed for more than 1,000 yards each of the past two seasons. “He’s a guy we can always rely on physically and mentally, too, as a leader and as a great teammate,” Turnquist said. “He’s a guy we lean on.”

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against Westfield as a sophomore. “I’ve gotten a lot better at anticipating cuts based on how the linebackers are flowing,” Price said. “Slowing down the game has also gotten easier with the experience that I’ve gained over the past few years.” The Eagles reached the Class 5A state

championship game last year before losing to Cathedral 46-28. “This team has the potential to be as good if not better than last season,” Price said. “We have a lot of experience on both sides of the ball, which will help us in the long run. Going to state and coming up short has definitely made me hungrier to prove what we can do as a team. Our goal this year is to do what it takes to get back to Lucas Oil and finish the job.” Price said he has gotten more comfortable with being a vocal leader. “Now being a senior, I have to take the responsibility of being extra vocal in order to share whatever knowledge I have with my teammates,” he said. Turnquist said he knows Price will do great things individually. “We just want to make sure he’s spreading the wealth of experience and talent he’s had, and he’s done a great job of that this year,” Turnquist said. Price, who also is in an outfielder on the high school’s baseball team, plans to play football in college. He has received offers from Hillsdale, Eastern Illinois, Butler, Northwood and Findlay.

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Team wins national title By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Guerin Catholic High School senior Izzy Kemp only allowed one earned run in 31 1/3 innings in seven games in SOFTBALL the USA Softball national tournament. Yet Kemp was quick to share credit by claiming the key to winning the USA Softball Class A U16 national title was all about hitting. “Everybody was swinging to do damage and it really made it more comfortable to pitch behind,” Kemp said. “I also would say that we were just relaxed. We got rally hats and we made it a point to wear those all the time, so there are lots of pictures of us with like huge smiles and rally hats. We just had fun.” The Shockwaves Rayman 16U won the national championship by beating Minnesota Magic Gold 2-1 July 31 in Sioux Falls, S.D. The team’s record was 9-0 in the national tournament. The Indiana team’s coach is Carmel resident Jeanne Rayman, a 1986 Carmel High School graduate. She is a former Butler University softball player and head coach.

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In the tourney, Kemp, a Westfield resident, was 7-0. The team included Noblesville High School junior outfielder Erin Clark and Hamilton Southeastern sophomore pitcher Jenna Chase. Clark scored six runs in the nine games. She had three hits in six at-bats. Chase was 1-0 in six innings in three games in the tournament.

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Festival to support food pantries By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Mark Hall’s goal is to pack the pantries to feed hungry neighbors. But Hall figures, why GIVING BACK not collect those items and donations with a music festival? Long-time Noblesville residents Hall and his wife, Lisa, started FeedingTeam.org in 2019. The musical festival is set from 1 to 10 p.m. Sept. 26 at Federal Hill Commons in Noblesville. Admission is free but Hall encourages attendees to bring a nonperishable food item. The event will support standalone pantries, where people can help themselves to canned goods and other items 24 hours a day. There are 24 pantries in Hamilton County, including 14 in Noblesville and one each in Fishers and Carmel. The festival will have five bands, food trucks, beer vendor tents and merchandise. The Bishops will open at 1:15 p.m., following comments by Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen. Following The Bishops will be performances by My Yellow Rickshaw, Mike Barthel Band

Lisa and Mark Hall pause at the 2020 musical festival supporting the couple’s nonprofit, feedingteam.org. (Photo courtesy of Mark Hall)

and Colton Chapman and Jai Baker 3, a trio. Baker, who will play in Atlanta earlier in the day, will start at approximately 8:30 p.m. There will be a silent auction in the park’s Green Room, which will serve as a waiting room for the bands. “We had a donor give us his NBA signed jersey collection, including a Kobe Bryant signed jersey,” Hall said. Hall said 300 people attended the 2020 concert and a little more than $3,000 was raised for the pantries, along with more than 3,000 donated items. Hall said he wants to double both totals this year. For more, visit feedingteam.org.

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City relaunches Bike Share By Chris Bavender news@currentnoblesville.com To the delight of local bicyclists, the City of Noblesville has relaunched its Bike Share Program. RECREATION “We have focused on mental health in the city the last year and a half, even before the pandemic, and we know there is a need for people to get outside and exercise,” Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen said. “We wanted to make sure we practice what we preach and equip the city with those assets.” The program launched Aug. 17, in partnership with Tandem Mobility, with 10 cruisers at Noblesville Bike Share stations at Forest Park and the Midland Trace Trailhead at Hazel Dell. The bikes have a basket to carry belongings. The city previously had a bike share program for about five years, but the company that operated it shut down during the pandemic. Jensen said the new program could be expanded with additional cruisers if there is public demand. To access the bikes, download the Movatic

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COMMUNITY DISPATCHES Jensen appointed to state task force — Gov. Eric Holcomb recently appointed Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen to the Indiana Task Force on Wastewater Infrastructure Investment and Service to Underserved Areas. The task force will study the maintenance and life cycle management of wastewater management systems, the adequacy of funding for the maintenance, existing policies regulating wastewater management systems, the value of improved wastewater infrastructure as it relates to economic development, difficulties in connecting unserved properties to sanitary sewer systems and financing options for extending wastewater service into rural or underserved areas. Goodrich appointed to education study committee — State Rep. Chuck Goodrich (R-Noblesville) was recently appointed to serve as a member of the Interim Study Committee on Education, which conducted its first meeting Aug. 23. The Interim Study Committee on Education will review state education mandates and look for ways to eliminate, reduce or streamline them. HCSWD sells native trees and shrubs — The Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District is conducting its annual native tree and shrub sale through Sept. 22. Forty-six species of native trees and plants are available for $29 per three-gallon container. Pre-orders are due by Sept. 22. Orders can be picked up Oct. 1 at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds. For details on tree species and growing conditions, as well as online ordering, visit hamiltonswcd.org. Local education foundations receive grant funds – The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded approximately $280,000 in grants to 11 workforce development and education programs in Indiana to help create a pipeline of workers prepared for employment. Local programs receiving grants include Noblesville Schools Education Foundation, received $10,000 for SoftSkills integration within the district’s internship program. Indiana Criminal Justice Institute launches new effort – The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute recently launched a new effort designed to connect victims of a violent crime with support and services. By visiting hopeandhelpin.org, crime victims and survivors in Indiana can find resources on a variety of topics ranging from domestic violence and sexual assault to human trafficking, with more expected to be added over time.

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After rocky journey, Noblesville couple reaches destination of business success By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com When Michael and Tawni Partin first met and became high school sweethearts in what they call the “middle of nowhere” at Union High School in Modoc, Ind., they didn’t know that more than a decade later they’d be going into business together. A lot happened between when the Partins met and then launched Parker Mortgage in 2011, including Michael dropping out of Ball State University and Tawni graduating from Ball State in three years with two degrees. “That is our dynamic in a nutshell,” Michael said. Michael originally wanted to study architectural historic preservation, and Tawni graduated with degrees in personal finance and humanities. Tawni was then hired as a loan officer by a mortgage company at the height of a refinancing boom, and Michael joined the company as a loan officer. After enjoying success in the industry, Michael became a corporate trainer and Tawni became an underwriter. They married in October 2002. “We married in October and had a fantastic Christmas, and then Jan. 4 we returned from Christmas (holiday) and they fired everybody with a salary,” Michael said. So, Michael started his own mortgage brokerage company. After a data purchasing mistake and a large loss of money, the company went out of business. Tawni went back to working with mortgages and Michael bounced around different jobs. Then, the 2008 financial crash happened. “The company I worked for closed in January and Michael’s closed down in March,” Tawni said. “Between the two of us, in five years we had six companies crash.” The couple discovered Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University program, and after being unable to find anyone offering it, they began presenting it in a church they didn’t attend. They offered the 13-week course 15 times and helped 200 families through it. After being roughly $250,000 in debt, the couple climbed out of the hole. Tawni went to work for American Funds and Michael became a branch recruiter for an organization that ultimately led to Parker Mortgage. Instead of recruiting someone to run the branch, Michael

Michael and Tawni Partin co-own Parker Mortgage together. Their Old English sheepdog Millie is the office mascot. (Photo courtesy Cameron Sprinkle)

WHY THE BOURBON BAR? Michael Partin has 650 bottles of bourbon — for display and for drinking — at Parker Mortgage in downtown Noblesville. That wasn’t always his intent. “We were sitting at our (rented) office in The Mill, and I had an epiphany that I’m the boss and can have a bottle of bourbon on my desk,” Michael said. “That turned into four or five, and I did tastings with people around the office, so then it went to 30. Then, some Realtors started asking us if we would do bourbon tastings with them.” So, the Parker Mortgage team purchased a class for Michael to become a licensed executive bourbon steward. “That turned into, ‘Let’s do tastings here,’ so when we built this office, we built a bourbon bar in it specifically as an opportunity to

Michael Partin pours a glass of bourbon. (Photo courtesy Cameron Sprinkle)

love on people and host tastings for our clients,” Michael said. The hobby became so large that Michael launched the Noblesville Bourbon Club Facebook group, which has nearly 600 members.

ran the branch out of a rented office. Tawni then decided to join. “I had always wanted us to work together,” Tawni said. “But the difference between working together and owning a company together is a world of difference. It’s more like parenting.” Tawni joined Michael’s branch in 2011. The branch, Parker Mortgage, was named after the couple’s Old English sheepdog, Parker. “We haven’t looked back since,” Tawni said. During their first year in business, the Partins only took one day off — Thanksgiving. The following year, they took breaks on Thanksgiving and Christmas. The couple approach owning a business differently than Michael’s first business. Instead of focusing on the homebuyer as the client, Parker Mortgage focuses on the person who refers the homebuyer to the mortgage company, such as Realtors. “I started this branch and accidentally grew it faster and better than we thought or intended, and it became kind of profitable,” Michael said. “Why hand this to somebody else? I feel like I’m good at this. Let’s just see what it looks like if I do this.” Michael said he and Tawni make a good team. Michael said he lives in the world of ideas and philosophy and Tawni lives in the world of execution. “We are polar opposites, so as long as we can keep that mutual respect for each other’s talents, we can accomplish some really fun stuff,” said Michael, noting that he and his wife created a working environment that best suits the company. The interior of Parker Mortgage, 960 Logan St., Suite 200, has a Pac-Man machine, bright colors, exposed brick, an office mascot named Millie, who is an Old English sheepdog, and a fully stocked bourbon bar with 650 bottles of bourbon. Tawni said Parker Mortgage has grown to 36 employees. “With a team, you’re all choosing to be there, you have common goals and everybody on the team has a role to execute for the whole team to be successful and win the game,” Tawni said. ON THE COVER: Michael and Tawni Partin pause at the Parker Mortgage bourbon bar inside the building at 960 Logan St. (Photo courtesy Cameron Sprinkle)

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Commentary by Terry Anker It is just something that people say. They sum up difficult or awkward moments, these polite aphorisms that find their way into our collective vernacular. They help us transition from those subjects most difficult for humans to process. As such, funerals are rife with the well-intended cliches: “Her death is a blessing, really.” Really? The devastated family is looking to make order of the inconsolable loss. Maybe it is really, really a blessing. Still, we imagine that there may have been better days ahead had it not been for the finality of earthly parting. No sane person wishes suffering of another soul, yet is pain sometimes required to find one’s way to recovery? How long do we hold out? “You look just like your dad,” they say. “Thanks. Dad was a handsome guy,” replies the sheepish teen. But he wonders, how could it be? Adopted as a child, father and son could not claim a biological likeness. He keeps the fact to himself. Having been told the same by numerous others through the years, he came to see the disappointment in their eyes when he helped them understand that what they believed they’d noticed was more through the power of suggestion than that of observation. Is it the very trite nature of these expressions in which we find comfort and therefore learn to embrace? These truisms have been shared countless times for generations and serve to remind us of our common humanity. We can’t think of anything more to say but desperately seek connection. If sad, we’ll offer support. If happy, we’ll offer a compliment. Is the insight particularly deep? Maybe not. Yet, if we recognize these words not as didactic admonishments but instead as hopeful reminders that others care for us, are we assured of solace in their banality?

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK “The battles that count aren’t the ones for gold medals. The struggles within yourself — the invisible battles inside all of us — that’s where it’s at.” — JESSE OWENS

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What a poopy week I’ve had, and I say that both figuratively and literally. Let’s explore. In the figurative sense, we suffered a homeowner’s near catastrophe when we discovered standing water in the basement storage room and flowing rivulets through the finished area. Apparently, our sump pump had stopped working a few days prior. I don’t care so much about the now-ruined carpet and discarded junk, but a cardboard box of my childhood memorabilia was left undiscovered for too many hours, resulting in 30-year-old letters and photographs being completely soaked. I managed to salvage most of them, but it was heartbreaking to have to throw away birthday cards from my grandmothers and photographs of old grade school friends. It was definitely a crappy moment. On the literal and definitely more humorous front, I had the fascinating opportunity to prepare a stool sample for a Cologuard test, a mail-in colon cancer screening. On balance, my experience was smooth sailing, though I don’t think the dog knew what to think of the interesting smells emanating from the plastic container as I prepared swabs with the lab skills of a mad scientist. The only awkward part was having to personally deliver it to UPS for overnight shipping. “Would you like a receipt, ma’am?” Um, yes? I also found myself volunteering to clean up a diaper explosion perpetrated by my youngest nephew in his cloth exersaucer seat. I was surprised and silently pleased to learn that this old mom can still perform sanitary miracles. You’re welcome, Sis. So, not a terrible week as the theme might imply, but certainly one with a ton of … well, you know. Peace out.

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Noblesville couple set to open first Pickleman’s franchise in state By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Kyle Eschmann learned about Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe after he arrived as a freshman at the University of RESTAURANT Missouri in 2007. The 2007 Carmel High School graduate was immediately sold and it became a favorite destination during college. Fast forward to 2021, and Eschmann’s father, Todd, surprised his son by taking him to a Pickelman’s in Kansas City while traveling for a Kansas City Royals game in April. Eschmann said he didn’t know there was one in Kansas City. “My wife said ‘it would be nice if we had one of those back home,’” Eschmann said. “That sparked the idea and we’ve taken the ball and ran with it.” Noblesville residents Kyle and Sarah Eschmann are set to open the first Pickleman’s franchise in Indiana in December at 9510 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. Eschmann, who worked for McAlister’s Deli in Carmel while in high school, has a degree in business and works for an insur-

A rendering of the Pickleman’s in Noblesville. (Rendering courtesy Kyle Eschmann)

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County residents are top earners news@currentnoblesville.com SmartAsset, a financial technology company, recently conduct a study that identified Hamilton County residents as the top earners in the state. The study analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Five-Year American Community Survey to determine the counties with the highest earners. For the full results, methodology and more, visit smartasset.com/ mortgage/cost-of-living-calculator#Indiana/median-income. Rank 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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Henthorn to make Fishers Blues Fest debut By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Since the middle of May, musician Doug Henthorn has been plenty busy. “I had a gig every day, and MUSIC it’s been that way ever since,” Henthorn said. “I basically had a year off, so when May (arrived), it was go, go, go.” Henthorn said with the lack of gigs from mid-March 2020 until May, he gained 15 pounds. “My feet hurt, my fingers hurt, and my voice is tired because I’ve been out of practice,” he said. “But it’s great. I’m not complaining.” Henthorn performs regularly at the Slippery Noodle and The Rathskeller in downtown Indianapolis, the Jazz Kitchen in Broad Ripple and The Corner Bar near Greenwood. He had done some parking lot gigs at The Corner Bar when COVID-19 resulted in indoor restrictions. Henthorn, 54, is now set to make his first appearance in the ninth annual Fishers Blues Fest, a free two-day event which will be held Sept. 3-4 at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr. Henthorn will perform at 3 p.m. Sept. 4. “I’m looking forward to it,” Henthorn said. “I’m doing an acoustic opening set. When they called me, they said they wanted a solo accoustic opener, so I’ll just play some blues tunes. It should be cool.” The Westfield resident has played in several blues festivals, including in Australia a few years ago. “But this is the first time I’ve been invited to one near my own hometown, so it’s cool,” he said. Henthorn said most of his gigs since May have been scaled-down acoustic sets. “People are tentative about booking full bands, which is too bad, because that is really what I would prefer to do,” said Henthorn, who has played some performances with his band. Henthorn performed vocals and played guitar while fronting the Healing Sixes, a blues-based rock band, for 15 years. The band included drummer Jason Bonham, son of the late Led Zeppelin drummer John

BEEF & BOARDS Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre is presenting “Newsies” through Oct. 3. For more, visit beefandboards.com. FEINSTEIN’S Don Farrell’s Frank Sinatra tribute called “All The Way” will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 2 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com. FISHERS BLUES FESTIVAL The Fishers Blues Festival will be held at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater Sept. 3-4. The free concerts will start at 5:20 p.m. Sept. 3 and at 3 p.m. Sept. 4.

Indiana Performing Arts Theatre presents ‘Dreamgirls’ Doug Henthorn to perform an acoustic set at Fishers Blues Fest. (Photo courtesy of Doug Henthorn)

Bonham, for four years. Henthorn toured Europe with Joe Bonamasso. He also performed and recorded with John Hiatt. Henthorn said he has recorded two solo albums since Healing Sixes split up in 2014. He is working on a third album. “I’ll be doing some material off of those two albums and maybe one off a new album that hasn’t come out yet,” Henthorn said of his Fishers Blues set. “I also do some choice blues covers that I enjoy playing.” Henthorn has a website at doughenthorn.com, featuring his albums and photos. The Fishers Blues Fest is held during Labor Day weekend each year. “Our attendance has always been strong at Blues Fest,” Fishers Parks and Recreation director Sarah Sandquist said. “The Amphitheater is typically full. We have a larger budget for Blues Fest. We’re

super excited to have Bobby Rush coming for one of the nights.” Tickets aren’t required for the firstcome, first-served event for all ages. Restrooms, hand-washing stations and hand sanitizer will be available on-site. Patrons are encouraged to wear face masks if they are not fully vaccinated. Outside alcohol isn’t allowed, but vendors will be on-site selling alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, food and refreshments. Coolers, chairs and blankets are welcome.

FISHERS BLUES FEST LINEUP • Sept. 3: Agents of Redemption, 5:20 p.m.; Lil’ Red & The Rooster, 6:50 p.m.; and Bobby Rush, 8:15 p.m. • Sept. 4: Doug Henthorn, 3 p.m.; Mr. Kinetik, 4 p.m.; Joanna Connor, 5:45 p.m.; Bernard Allison, 7:15 p.m.; and Brandon “Taz” Niederauer, 8:45 p.m.

editorial@youarecurrent.com Indiana Performing Arts Theatre and KaidyDid Productions presents “Dreamgirls” at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18 and 4 p.m. Sept. 19 at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis. “Dreamgirls” is a fictionalized story of the Motown girl groups of the 1960s, such as The Supremes and The Marvelettes. Trina Dingle, executive director and Indianapolis resident, said Indiana Performing Arts Theatre was formed to give people of color more roles in musicals and plays on a more regular basis. Dee DuVall, a Carmel resident, serves as artistic director. Kaila J. Adams is the talent development director. The group usually presents two largescale productions a year and two cabarets or readings. “Our cast is 60 to 70 percent African American,” Dingle said. “Once a year we’ll have a more diverse cast.” For more, visit ipacindy.tix.com.

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Dancing with our Stars returns By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com The Meals on Wheels Dancing with our Stars fundraiser was originally created as an out-of-the-box idea, and seven years later, the fundraiser is FUNDRAISER still a hit. “We had been looking for some kind of different fundraiser, and we really felt like this would be something the community would enjoy, and we certainly hit the nail on the head with the right kind of event,” Meals on Wheels Hamilton County Executive Director Beth Gehlhausen said. Dancing with our Stars will return at 6 p.m. Sept. 9 at Embassy Suites, 13700 Conference Center Dr., Noblesville. Gehlhausen said her goal is to raise $40,000 to $50,000 net profit from the event. “The gist of it is, it’s similar to the show (‘Dancing with the Stars),” Gehlhausen said. “We pair up local celebrities, and celebrity is a loose term. We are looking for people in the community who want to come and have some fun and can get their family and friends to join us, and then we pair them

Dancing with our Stars will be at 6 p.m. Sept. 9. (Photo courtesy of Beth Gehlhausen)

with a professional.” Most professional dancers have participated in the fundraiser all seven years. The celebrities and professionals pick their song and perform a ballroom dance. A top male and female dancer are crowned at the end of the night, as well as a People’s Choice winner, which is the dancer who receives the most votes, or dollars donated. Tickets are $75 and include dinner, wine at the table and, according to Gehlhausen, the “best entertainment you’ll see all year.” Tickets are available at mealsonwheelshc. org/dancing-with-our-stars/.

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This is the first of three columns about French Lick and West Baden Springs, adjacent small towns in Orange TRAVEL County that became world famous. French Lick was named for deposits from mineral springs animals licked along the Buffalo Trace. In 1832, after determining the springs were not a practical source of salt, Indiana sold 1,500 acres to William Bowles, a minister expelled from his local church. Claiming to be a physician, Bowles built a hotel and began selling spring water he said cured everything from alcoholism and asthma to insomnia and influenza. In 1869, after Bowles beat charges of practicing medicine without a license, he named his largest spring “Pluto’s Spring” for the Greek god of the underworld. After Bowles’ death, a series of owners expanded the hotel, its supposedly magical “Pluto Water” drawing guests by train from across the United States. In 1905, Thomas Taggart, formerly Indianapolis mayor, acquired the French Lick Springs Hotel and greatly expanded it and its appeal. The Monon Railroad ran a train from Chicago directly to the hotel, where up to 200 passengers a day, including Hollywood celebrities, entered beneath a gilded marquee. In 1911, Taggart erected an octagonal pavilion over Pluto’s Spring proclaiming Pluto Water to be “Nature’s Greatest Laxative.” Although gambling was illegal, French Lick casinos, including one across the street from Taggart’s hotel, attracted yet more visitors. By the time of Taggart’s death in 1929, his hotel was earning $2 million a year. Franklin Roosevelt attended the Democratic Governors’ Conference in the hotel in 1931, where he sought support for a presidential bid and was photographed

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Pluto Springs Pavilion, French Lick Springs Hotel. (Photos courtesy of Don Knebel)

Railroad entrance at French Lick Springs Hotel

wearing leg braces. The Great Depression and Indiana’s crackdown on gambling led to the hotel’s decline, but a magnificently restored hotel and adjoining (lawful) casino are again attracting visitors from around the world (more in the next two weeks). Correction: A photo that appeared with Don Knebel’s travel column in the Aug. 24 edition of Current was not a replica of Abraham Lincoln’s boyhood home.

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NOW HIRING Automotive Detailer in Westﬁeld is looking for person(s) to help with the cleaning of vehicle interiors. Must have exemplary driving record, have dependable transportation, and be detailed oriented.

“FULL-TIME /PART- TIME” *Equal Opportunity Employment *$15 to $18 per hr. to start *$250 SIGN ON BONUS *Commission/Unit count possible *All Beneﬁts Negotiable SEND RESUMES TO dan@dansdetail.info

Carmel Office Hiring full time Administrative Assistant Customer service based position In HOA MGMT office Phones, communications, mailings, data entry. $15-$16 with benefits. Please send resume to: jfreeman@cas-indiana.com

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TEACHER ASSISTANT POSITION The International Montessori School (www.intlmontessori.com), located in Carmel, Indiana, has a Teacher Assistant position available immediately. Working hours will be between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. Qualifying candidates should have an undergraduate degree or a diploma from a technical school and experience working with children ages 3 through 6 years old, should be enthusiastic, kind, and creative with a love for children. Compensation is competitive and based on experience. PLEASE REPLY TO: RKD1948@SBCGLOBAL.NET ***** No phone calls, please. *****

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR SKILLED CARPENTERS!

Looking for job security? Simpson Construction Services has so much work that it must hire ﬁve people for residential remodeling NOW. The skilled carpenters we select will have strong abilities in bathroom remodeling, but also with respect to kitchens, decks, basements, wood and tile ﬂooring, doors and windows, interior and exterior painting, drywall, plumbing and electrical, siding and room additions. Again: Only skilled carpenters need apply. For immediate consideration, call Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.

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OPERATIONS MANAGER Clevernest is a growing company servicing homebuilders, architects, and residential clients throughout central Indiana, as an Andersen Window and Door Dealer, specializing in the installation of all that we sell. We are looking for an Operations Manager, who possesses a strong supportive mindset of “how can I help” and deeply appreciates ﬁnding joy on executing tasks and projects on a daily basis. This position is responsible for the activities related to operations after the sale; therefore, one must have the ability to juggle multiple projects at once and be an advocate for our clients. Requirements: The ideal candidate is professional, entrepreneurial minded, and able to lead and assist with all aspects of a project post sale until completion; day to day warehouse, inventory, and ﬁeld supervision; and likes to get his hands dirty! Construction or Carpentry skills required. To Apply: CLEVERNEST INC 240 W. Carmel Drive 46032 tom@clevernest.com; 317-688-8100 www.clevernest.com

HELP WANTED:

Looking for an entry level employee to round out my help desk. It is a perfect job for college aged students or someone looking to return to the workforce. Primary duties would be inbound tech support calls, emails, and light ofﬁce work. Mid-morning, approximately 15 hours per week. Please send resumes, work history, or questions to: mkress@theankerconsultinggroup.com

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Position: Prevention Educator Location: School-based: Hamilton County Location: Noblesville, IN | Type: Part Time Contract | Organization: Prevail, Inc. Description: Prevail is committed to offering crisis intervention and restorative support services for those who have experienced crime and abuse, free of charge, in a confidential, supportive, non-judgmental environment that is meant to empower those we serve. We know this work must be grounded in building a community that actively promotes authentic wellbeing for all its members and boldly moves toward being antiracist and practicing equity in all things. Prevail is seeking to hire a Prevention Educator. This position is a contract position with scheduled presentations varying throughout the school year. The position does not work during school holidays and the summer months. A Prevention Educator is responsible for providing age-appropriate education programs on sexual assault and teen dating violence in area middle and high schools. Prevail values EMPOWERMENT, CONNECTION, SOCIAL JUSTICE, and DIGNITY. Duties: Responsible for facilitating age-appropriate education programs on sexual assault and teen dating violence in area middle and high schools. Responsible for ongoing self-education regarding sexual assault, teen dating violence, and other issues related to youth. Responsible for reporting child abuse and neglect as described by the Department of Child Services and collaborating with school social workers to link students to services. Responsible for understanding Prevail and their services in order to promote in the classroom and answer questions. Responsible for completing all presentation documentation and reporting to agency. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or other relevant field; or a combination of experience, education and/or training equivalent to a four-year degree. Prevail is committed to the development of a broadly inclusive workplace; candidates from underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Rate of pay is commensurate with education and experience (starting wage $20-22/hour).

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Click APPLY NOW through Indeed to submit cover letter and resume or you may send to Michelle Moen at mmoen@prevailinc.org. Carmel Office Hiring full time Maintenance Technician HOA MGMT office – work would be performed on locations around Indy area. Company vehicle provided. $15-$17 with benefits. Please send resume to: jfreeman@cas-indiana.com Carmel Office Hiring full time Custodian HOA MGMT office – work would be performed on locations around Indy area. Company vehicle provided. $15-$17 with benefits. Please send resume to: jfreeman@cas-indiana.com

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN NEEDED

Local Computer repair shop in need of PC and Mac techs with experience pref both PC and Macs, certiﬁcation strongly desired, pleasant personality & some sales experience. Pay starting at $16/ hour and up for F/T. Send resume with cover letter to jobs@ctcarmel.com

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Direct Support Professional

North Indy | Fishers, Lafayette and surrounding areas Sign on bonus • Full-time & Part-time availability Starting pay $13-$14 an hour • Days, Evenings, Weekend and Overnight PTA (Full time) (Full time) • Employee Owned Company

www.opgrowth.com/careers or text 317-450-0752 “Inspiring People in the Pursuit of a Rewarding Life” BorgWarner PDS (Anderson) LLC seeks a Staff Engineer, Motor Controls in Noblesville, IN to perform conceptual and detailed design, analysis, modelling/ simulation, documentation, and integration, test and tuning of electric machine controls, among other duties. Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering and eight yrs. of experience in the job offered or related. International & domestic travel required, as needed, up to 10%. Send resume to: Jessica Habig, Resume Processing/ JO#9610025, BorgWarner, 2151 E. Lincoln Road, Kokomo, IN 46901.

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