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Ruoff Home Mortgage is the new title sponsor of the venue formerly known as Klipsch Music Center. entertainment The multi-year agreement with Live Nation, which owns the venue, was announced Sept. 27. The historic, 24,000-seat amphitheater will be known exclusively as Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center. The timing of the naming rights coincides with the company’s efforts to expand its branding. Ruoff has been ranked on the Inc. 500/5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America for the past five years and also is ranked in the Top 100 Mortgage Lenders by Mortgage Executive Magazine. “Today’s announcement strategically aligns with our company’s brand, in our own backyard. We can support our overall growth strategy across the country by leveraging the reach of a global partner like Live Nation,” said Mark Music, president and CEO of Ruoff Home Mortgage. “We are excited to be a part of Indiana’s home for great music.”
The popular music venue opened in 1989 in Noblesville and accounts for approximately 7 percent of the city’s tourism. (File photo)
“We are thrilled to partner with Ruoff Home Mortgage and integrate their brand throughout this legendary venue, which is a major tour stop for some of the world’s most notable artists,” said Marc Abend, senior vice president of venue sales at Live Nation. “In the coming months, we will be announcing a great lineup for the 2018 concert season and Ruoff Home Mortgage will be front and center to engage and connect with music fans.” The Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center rests on 228 acres in southeast Noblesville. For nearly 30 years, the venue has hosted a wide variety of leading popular artists since it opened in 1989.
Sheriff’s Office mourns former K-9 deputy On Sept. 26, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of former K-9 deputy Waldo, who died the same day. In recent weeks, Waldo’s health declined. Waldo joined the Sheriff’s Office as a puppy in 2009 and served residents of Hamilton County until his retirement earlier this year. Along with his partner, deputy Nate Biddle, Waldo handled many calls for service and was responsible for numerous finds around the area. (Submitted photo)
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Meet a public servant: Justin Pigors Hometown: Elkhart, Ind. Rank: Firefighter/paramedic Years of service: 12 Station/crew: Station 75, C-Crew EMT or Paramedic: Paramedic Technical Rescue Team: Yes Dive Team: No Hazardous Materials Team: No Hobbies: “Reading books (mostly SciFi and horror), movies, science, cooking, hiking, video games, working out, yoga, listening to and playing music, travel, museums, shooting sporting clays and spending time with my
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Dispatches Live auction — The Senior Citizens of Hamilton County will hold a fund raising Live Auction from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 7 at 18336 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville. All high-end items have been donated, such as antiques, artwork, jewelry, furniture and collectibles. Gift certificates from local businesses and restaurants also have been received, and the event will include a raffle and drawings for free items. Both members and non-members are invited and can bring friends. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. for early viewing. Senate internships — The Indiana Senate Republican Caucus is offering paid, spring-semester internships during the 2018 legislative session to college students and recent graduates, as well as graduate students and law school students. Internships with the Indiana Senate Republican Caucus relate to various fields of study including legislative, legal, policy, communications, multimedia and information technology. Benefits include a $750 bi-weekly stipend, scholarship and academic credit opportunities, professional development, community involvement and networking. Qualified candidates must be at least a college sophomore. Positions are open to Indiana residents and non-residents who attend a college or university located within the state. More information and applications can be found at IndianaSenateRepublicans. com/intern-program. The deadline to apply is Oct. 31. Parks seeking part-time employees — The City of Noblesville is seeking applicants for part-time employment for positions, including a naturalist, recreation coordinator and facility monitors. Interested candidates should visit agency.governmentjobs.com/noblesvillein or www.cityofnoblesville.org. Adult coloring class — Hamilton East Public Library, 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville, will again host an adult coloring class from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 11. For more, visit hepl.lib.in.us, or call 317-773-1384. Octoboo! at the library — Hamilton East Public Library, 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville, will host Octoboo! from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24. Families can dress in costume to visit treat stations throughout the library, along with making crafts. For more, visit hepl.lib.in.us.
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Antiques appraiser to visit library By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com For the past six years, Mark Moran has traveled the Midwest giving his antique appraisals. event Moran will finally bring his “What’s it Worth?” show to Indiana for the first time, with Noblesville’s Hamilton East Public Library being one of his three stops. “I do about 140 of these shows a year,” said Moran, who will top that number this year. The antiques expert will appear at 5 p.m. Oct. 12 at the library. There are three, onehour sessions with a break between each. “I know a lot about many different categories,” Moran said. “There are some I don’t know anything about, and there are some I choose not to do. Nazi memorabilia and Beanie Babies are two of those.” Moran also avoids all weapons, coins, paper money and fine jewelry. However, he appraises all kinds of furniture, clocks, sporting memorabilia, musical instruments, books, fine art and toys, among others. “Every program I do, I see something amazing and wonderful, and I see things I’ve never seen before,” Moran said. “I’m learning all the time and draw on all my
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Essay contest — The Horseshoe Prairie Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, is sponsoring its annual American History Essay Contest for grades 5 to 8, and the Christopher Columbus Essay Contest for grades 9 to 12. All students in Hamilton County, including public, private, parochial and homeschool students are eligible to participate. Winners at the chapter level will be eligible for entry into the state level and ultimately for the national level in Washington, D.C. Teachers, students and parents can contact the chapter at horseshoeprairiensdar@aol.com for more information. The deadline to submit essays is Nov. 1. Cub scout dinner — Cub Scout Pack 135 from Stony Creek Elementary in Noblesville will host its annual fall chicken and dumpling dinner fundraiser Nov. 3 and 4 at Faith Community Church, 19201 Promise Rd., Noblesville. As its primary fundraiser of the year, pre-sale tickets are $10, and tickets at the door are $12. Children ages 6 to 12 are $6, and children under 5 are free. Meals include a chicken and dumpling entrée, side items (mashed potatoes, green beans and peaches), rolls, homemade desserts and a drink. Seating times are 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3 and 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Nov. 4. For pre-sale tickets, please email 135cubscout@gmail.com. GriefShare — Noblesville First United Methodist Church is hosting its GriefShare seminar. The seminar began Aug. 10, lasts 14 weeks and is for people experiencing loss of a loved one. Sessions are every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the church, 2051 Monument St., Noblesville. Those interested can attend sessions intermittently. For more, call 317-773-2500.
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Commentary by Terry Anker Although we all interact with it in almost every aspect of our lives, we rarely stop to take it in. Even if we catch a breath and look around, do we really see what’s there – and perhaps, more importantly, what’s intentionally not there? We could call it the built world. The buildings, landscapes, homes, roadways and all things formed by human hand. As we blithely move from one space to the next, we seldom imagine the intent of those behind the design. Was theirs an entirely practical effort? Or, did they choose the aesthetic? Did they mean to move us to some sort of feeling? Or, did they simply hope to move us from our car to their cash register with minimal effort? Ours is a blended home. Child, parent and grandparent all share a single space. Yet each finds his or her own retreat. Sight lines, noise and foot traffic were all considered in its plan. Most wouldn’t notice, yet the effect is surprising. At the office, we blend various functions and personalities into a cohesive and engaging edifice. We spend a lot of time within the confines of where we toil. Why shouldn’t it be as thoughtfully considered as where we sleep? Can’t we prepare a place that is simultaneously serviceable and good for the spirit? Let’s call it better living through architecture. Our surroundings can calm, lift and inspire. Just as quickly, they can irritate, unsettle and provoke. Can a color of paint raise income or lower stress? Perhaps. But ask if a properly arranged environment can increase productivity and satisfaction. Do we love where we spend our time? Does it encourage us to be happy? If not, maybe, we should fix it.
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REA D ERS ’ V I E W S The Insulter in Chief Editor, This is why the left has so much disdain for those on the right. Letters from apparent Trump supporters, Ann and Tom, that have the audacity to ask where good manners have gone while supporting a man who is The Insulter In Chief – a man who wouldn’t know good manners if they smacked him in the face. It seems we can’t go a day without Mr. Trump insulting someone via his early morning Twitter tirades or “off-
script” ramblings where he says what he really thinks rather than what polite company has advised him to say. Now, his supporters have the audacity to ask where Danielle Wilson learned her manners? Time to turn that self-righteous indignation back upon yourselves, Ann and Tom. And while you are at it, please look up the definition of the word hypocrite, then look in the mirror. Sigh... Tyler Gresh, Noblesville
Editor, Insufferable (adjective): too extreme to bear, intolerable, having or showing unbearable arrogance or conceit. Regarding letters to the editor (in the Sept. 19) edition condemning Danielle Wilson’s column in which she used the word “insufferable” referring to our current president. I believe it is a very appropriate word to describe our president, even though she might have gotten a bit off track jumping from her daughter to the president. Maybe because he is in
our face every day with his tweets. No, I don’t have “libsteria” (new word made up supposedly combining liberal and hysteria). I’m a concerned citizen about an insufferable person being in such a powerful position. Call it “bad manners,” if you will, but the previous administration had plenty of “bad manners” directed its way. I am so grateful that we have checks and balances in this great country to control out of control people such as our current, arrogant and conceited leader. Susan McNeal, Noblesville
I had a breakthrough in therapy! And by therapy, I mean margaritas with my sisters-in-law. We figured out humor the reason we all prefer to be at work rather than home: We know we’re good at our jobs, but we’re not so sure about this parenting thing. Case in point, me. I arrive at school at least an hour ahead of time, and if I didn’t have to drive a kid to dance, guard, work, fishing club or violin, I’d probably stay for an hour after. I keep a colorful but organized classroom, am knowledgeable in my content area and on occasion receive Starbucks for my successes. I truly love teaching. But when I swap that hat for my mom hat, all confidence goes out the window. Have I been poisoning my children with hormone-laced milk and Kraft preservatives? Am I creating socially inept teenagers by allowing constant access to their Samsungs? Why do I feel so guilty grounding a son for his grades? How did he even get to that point? What if my college freshman starts shooting meth? These are the anxieties that plague me from the moment I walk into my house. It’s exhausting. Add in the physical state of said house, which currently includes an infestation of fruit flies, and you begin to understand my feelings of maternal ineptitude. Mothers get no accolades, no pats on the back and rarely thank-you gifts of coffee. And the worst part is, children suck at providing feedback, so we won’t know if we did a good job until it’s too late. This is why I prefer work. And lots of therapy. Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.
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Scot and Dawn Pollard of Carmel are both victims of domestic abuse in previous relationships. (Submitted photo)
Domestic violence may be a taboo subject in Hamilton County, so victims silently suffer throughout By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com He’s a big man with an even bigger personality. But behind the inventive hairstyles and colorful interviews, former NBA power forward Scot Pollard was hiding a painful secret. For several years, he cover story was a victim of domestic violence. “For me to come out and finally say – at my size, 7-feet, 300 pounds – I was physically abused in a former relationship, I would think that anybody could say, ‘Wow, if he can say that, it can happen to anyone,’” he said. “I’ve been to bars and people are scared to attack me because of my size, but I was hit, kicked, slapped, punched, had things thrown at me and things used to hit me in my sleep.” Pollard, who lives near the Carmel/Zionsville border and played for the Indiana Pacers from 2003 to 2006, may seem an unlikely target, but stories like his are probably more common than most people realize. A 2013 study by the Avon Foundation for Women concludes that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 7 men will experience domestic abuse at some point in their lives. Domestic violence is more than just physical assaults. It can include emotional, verbal, sexual and financial abuse, and it affects people of all races, incomes and education levels. Noblesville-based Prevail, Hamilton County’s only nonprofit organization dedicated to serving victims of crime and abuse, served nearly 3,000 people in 2016, and nearly half the issues they addressed Ferguson involved domestic abuse. Males made up approximately 22 percent of people seeking services at Prevail last year.
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“I’m sure you know somebody who is a victim of domestic violence,” said Susan Ferguson, executive director of Prevail. “They may or may not have told you that yet, but you know someone.”
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ties, and that’s what keeps it quiet,” he said. “People think it doesn’t happen as much, but I’m betting it does.” Such was the case for Sarah Hutchinson, who was living in a five-bedroom Zionsville home when she met the man who is now her ex-husband. She described him as romantic and charismatic when they first met, and she didn’t worry when he invested the money from the sale of her house into his properties and combined their bank accounts, making her an “authorized-user” only – signs of potential financial abuse and a desire to control. During the next few years, the relationship gradually eroded into one of verbal and physical abuse. She pretended everything was fine, wearing sweaters at the country club in June to cover her bruises. But when she began fearing for her life, Hutchinson left with her two special needs children and $20 in her pocket. “I had always been that mom that was stuffing backpacks for children who couldn’t afford them, then all of a sudden I’m standing (in a shelter) with my children because I didn’t have access to my funds for 12 months,” she said. Now a Westfield resident, Hutchinson, who received help from Prevail, frequently shares her story to let other victims know there is hope.
Although slightly more than half of Prevail’s clients in 2016 reported an income of less than $25,000 per year, Ferguson said victims from wealthy households are underrepresented and much less likely to seek support at Prevail or elsewhere, in part because less help is available. “There’s fewer resources available for victims of domestic violence here (in Hamilton County),” Ferguson said. Mary-Margaret Sweeney, director of community engagement at Indianapolisbased Domestic Violence Network, said low-income victims are often already connected to social services through public housing or the welfare system. For many Hamilton County residents who become victims of domestic violence, they might Sweeney not know where to turn. “If you are that stereotypical Carmel housewife, you don’t have a case manager checking on you,” she said. She also said some victims are discouraged from seeking help because of how it could affect their children. Westfield – 13 percent “If you leave and you get Carmel – 20 percent custody of your kids, they don’t get to go to the nice school anymore or play on the travel sports team anymore,” Sweeney said. Pollard, 42, who lived in several affluent neighborhoods throughout the U.S. during his NBA career, said he’s known other wealthy victims who were afraid or unwilling to seek help. “There’s that stigma of Fishers – 21 percent perfection people strive to attain in affluent communi-
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Prevail clients in 2016 by city Sheridan – 4 percent Cicero – 4 percent Athens – 2 percent Atlanta – 1 percent
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Noblesville police dept. Domestic Violence Calls 2012 181
2013 161
2014 127
2015 150
2016 154
2017 107
2017 total as of Sept. 12
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Prevail has created the month-long Go Purple campaign to educate community members on how they can help. In addition to selling purple products to raise funds and spread awareness, Prevail is highlighting its Bystander Intervention program, which explains techniques for responding to various levels of witnessed abuse, and the 100 Men Campaign, which seeks to identify 100 men who will serve as role models and publicly take a stand against domestic abuse. Sweeney said community members can assist in many ways, from being available for victims making a difficult transition to thinking about the issue in a new way. For those experiencing domestic violence, Prevail and DVN aim to offer victims the help they need, whenever they need it. Leaving an abusive relationship can be emotionally challenging, but that’s also the point when domestic homicide goes up 75 percent, Sweeney said, so victims need to have a thorough plan and support system in place. Pollard, who is now happily married to a woman who is also a survivor of domestic violence from a previous relationship, said his message to people suffering like he once did is to find a safe way to get out – no matter how hard it might be. “If you ever want a chance at real happiness, you’ve got to suffer some short-term sadness,� he said. “That’s hard, but it’s short-term sadness that is going to lead to a lifetime where I don’t have to be in a relationship where I’m scared I might get killed or beat up. I sleep a lot better now.�
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If you discover that someone you know is in an abusive relationship, there are several ways to help. For more, visit thehotline.org/ help/help-for-friends-and-family. • Acknowledge that they are in a very difficult and scary situation, be supportive and listen • Be non-judgmental • If they end the relationship, continue to be supportive of them • Encourage them to participate in activities outside of the relationship with family and friends • Help them develop a safety plan • Encourage them to talk to people who can provide help and guidance • Remember that you cannot “rescueâ€? them *Source: The National Domestic Violence Hotline
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justice for all For Scot Pollard, the decision to share his painful past is a search for justice – for himself and other men. Not only is it extremely difficult for men to admit that they’ve been victims of domestic violence because of the male ego, he said, but the legal system doesn’t treat them the same way it treats women who have suffered abuse. “If I had done what was done to me, I’d have done serious jail time, and rightfully so,� he said. Pollard said he called the police twice to report being physically abused. One incident led to his alleged abuser spending two nights in jail, although Pollard ended up dropping the charges. The second time, when he finally decided to end the relationship, he was the one who left the home, not his ex. They have joint custody of their three children, and that’s strained his relationship with his kids, he said, and forced him to remain in Hamilton County. Pollard admits that his former relationship was fraught with problems. In speaking out about the domestic abuse, he said he also wants to come clean about his infidelity – with former neighbors and others – that contributed to the issues. He met his current wife, Dawn, when he was cheating on his ex, and he believes infidelity is another issue that is all too often swept under the rug in affluent communities. But neither unfaithfulness nor any other problems give anyone the right to physically harm their partner, Scot Pollard said. “There are issues in every relationship that can give somebody an excuse to behave a certain way. Everyone has their own coping mechanisms,� he said. “It’s never OK to be violent. It’s just not.�
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mal, ongoing land maintenance,” said Don Nichols, resource development specialist for Hamilton County Parks. “We didn’t have to cut down any trees for this. We didn’t harm any plants or anything.” The nature play area will not include the typical climbing set, swings or slide. Instead, it will include a balance beam obstacle course made of logs and boulders. There also will be a pyramid to climb, a tractor to drive and a table and chairs, all of which are made from logs. “We are creating something that gets kids comfortable playing in nature and just being creative,” said Allen Patterson, Hamilton County director of parks and
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11-year-old orphan who is looking for her birth parents. She is adopted somewhat reluctantly by billionaire businessman Daddy Warbucks, who eventually opens his heart to her. Sandy, also a character in the comic strip, is the stray dog Annie rescues from a dog catcher. Colleen Benson, director of Shelter Behavior at the Humane Society, and her staff initially met with Beck and her team to ask what types of behaviors the dog would need to perform in the show. They were told it was to run across the stage to Annie and follow her around. Tori has
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about 10 minutes of stage time. “So we were thinking of a dog that could easily learn those things and be motivated by attention from people,” Benson said. “We also wanted to make sure the dog wouldn’t be completely overwhelmed by all the people, lights, sounds, etc. “We set out thinking about dogs that are very people-social, not overly shy or sensitive, and would be interested in treats, too. It just ended up being perfect timing that we had a dog that fit the physical description of Sandy, and Tori ended up being the one.” “Treats are everything,” Beck said. Beck and her family are fostering Tori and have worked at home repeating what is asked of her on stage. Same dialogue. Same sequence. Eventually, she started to understand that only certain commands on or off stage meant to come running. “At first, she was scared of everything and of affection but giving her unconditional love in our home has been good for her,” Beck said. “She absolutely adores being loved. Her tail wags constantly now.” “Annie” runs at the Booth Tarkington through Oct. 28. For tickets, visit civictheatre.org.
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Brooke Barker, 16, and Kaelyn Harvey, 10, Noblesville, will play a key role in Christian Youth Theater’s production of “James and the Giant Peach,” a musical based on the children’s book by Roald Dahl. Zionsville’s Benjamin Kistner will play the lead role of James. Kistner, a 10-year-old Stonegate Elementary School student, will play James, who takes an amazing journey across the ocean on a giant piece of fruit. The performances will be 10:30 a.m. (show for school children) and 7 p.m. Oct. 6, 7 p.m. Oct. 7 and 2 p.m. Oct. 7 at Marian University Theater, 3200 Cold Spring Rd., Indianapolis. Among the other area performers in key roles are Carmel: Marci Marcus, age 13, Robbie Schloemer, 16; Fishers: Audrey Archuleta, 15; Westfield: Abby Eads, 16; and Zionsville: Jilayne Kistner, 11. Tickets range between $8 and $16. For more, visit cytindy.org. Noblesville — Noblesville Main Street’s First Friday Oct. 6 will feature its annual fall festival, including the annual soup cook-off, scarecrow contest and trick-ortreating around the downtown square and CanStruction, a scaled-down architecture project with donated canned-food items. For more, visit noblesvillemainstreet.org. Fishers — Four Day Ray Brewing, 11671 Lantern Rd., will celebrate its one-year anniversary from 11:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Oct. 14. There will be live music and other activities will be ongoing throughout the day. The event is free. Geist — Daniel’s Vineyard will host a Halloween-themed Humane Society benefit from noon to 6 p.m. Oct. 21 at the vineyard, 9061 N. Carroll Rd., McCordsville. Guests will bring their dogs dressed in costumes. A minimum donation of $5 is required. All proceeds go to the Humane Society of Indianapolis. Prizes, music, food and wine will round out this event. For more, visit danielsvineyard.com.
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Comic Book in a Day returns By Mark Johnson editorial@youarecurrent.com
with local comic book artists. How did the idea for Comic Book in a Day originate? “It was a combination of things,” said Years ago, it was not uncommon for Ailithir McGill, Nickel Plate Arts director. “It much of the general public to dismiss sureally began with Free Comic Book perheroes and the comic Day. We wanted to do something Art books as entertainment that involved a day-long event, but created exclusively for we would cut it to 12 hours instead children and nerds, a disposable art of 24. Then, Stuart Sayger told me form not to be taken seriously. about how he and his friends have Now, in 2017, as the Marvel Cincomic book night where they get ematic Universe has become the together and create comics.” most successful film franchise in Sayger Sayger is a comic book creator history, and comic book-inspired and professional illustrator who will be on movies such as “Wonder Woman” and “Suihand to conduct a workshop on collecting cide Squad” post huge box office numbers, comic book art. mainstream audiences have come to rec“I really like watching that inspiration ognize what millions of comic book fans unfold,” McGill said. “It’s like they say, ‘I’m have known for decades: Comic books are watching you create this, and I can talk a fascinating and riveting combination of to you about it.’ It’s also really fun to see literature and art, a unique and innovative families come in, and the children are anmedium of storytelling and ideas. swering questions about the superheroes Those elements will be on full display for their parents. It’s great to watch the Oct. 7 when Noblesville’s Nickel Plate Arts, children lead in that experience.” 107 S. Eighth St., presents its fourth annual For more information on Comic Book in a Comic Book in a Day event from 9 a.m. to Day, visit nickelplatearts.org. 9:30 pm. The event will feature activities, artwork, workshops and conversations
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Pizza at a tailgate, why not? Commentary by Joe Drozda and Bob Bley Using the most recent estimates from the American Community Survey and Dunn and Bradstreet, we’ve discovered the most popular food in every state. The food type with the highest density per 100,000 people is considered the most popular. Pizza is the fan-favorite in all states that our column is published (Oklahoma to Ohio). So why can’t we make pizza at our tailgate parties? Besides a grill with a lid, the only equipment you’ll need is a pizza stone and a peel. Tailgate Pizza Ingredients: • 4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour • 1 package dry active yeast • 1/2 cup olive oil • 1 teaspoon sugar • 1 teaspoon sea salt • 1 3/4 lbs. whole milk (not skimmed) mozzarella cheese • 1 jar favorite pizza sauce • 1/2 onion chopped • 1 green pepper chopped • 1 can ripe olives sliced in half • 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage ground and well browned • Ground Oregano and Basil to spice Preparation: before - Proof the yeast in 1 cup warm water. In a large mixing bowl mix the flour, salt and sugar; then add the yeast water mixture and the oil. With your hands, knead flour and liquid mixture into springy dough. Knead the dough at least 5 minutes and as much as 15 if you have the strength. Then place a bit of oil in the mixing bowl make the dough into a ball. Cover bowl with clear wrap and refrigerate 24-48 hours. Game day morning - Take the dough out and let it sit for 1 hour at room temperature. Then cut the ball into four pieces and roll each into a small ball and let them sit under a clean dish towel while you prep things for your trip to the game. Lastly, pack the dough balls with a 1-inch separation into a container for your trip to the game.
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40. Public health org. 41. Macy’s jeans brand 43. British john 44. ___ New Guinea 46. Make a sweater 48. Ages and ages at the Indiana Geological Survey 49. Picturesque, like the views in Brown County State Park 51. Survey choice 53. Poker phrase 55. DVR button 59. “Limestone Capital of the World” 62. “Wood Capital of the World” 63. Fishers N-S road 64. Tom Wood offering 67. Hoosiers game channel, sometimes 68. Nicholas II, for one 69. Hamilton County Court statements 70. Nichols’ jewelry partner 71. Geist driver’s seat 72. Chris Wright winter forecast, maybe 73. Colts computation Down 1. Nasty frown 2. Impressive display 3. Lecherous looks 4. Pair at Crooked Stick 5. Conner Prairie one-dish meal 6. Beatles’ “Polythene” girl 7. Doc bloc 8. Sales pitch 9. ISO xylophone striker 10. Close 11. Yats gumbo ingredient
12. Eye drop 13. Indianapolis Bridge Club seat 21. PC key 23. Scoundrel 25. IHOP order 26. Uncertainties 28. Marry 30. Narc’s unit 31. ___ a secret 32. Butler psych class topics 33. Victory Field souvenirs 34. Apple variety 35. Hunt and peck 37. Who’s who 40. Egypt’s capital 42. Biblical suffix 45. Pacers outfit
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47. Some Indiana General Assembly votes 48. Back-to-school purchases 50. WTHR’s Diaz 52. Clean air grp. 54. Standard of perfection 56. Indiana election news 57. Old photo color 58. Artist Max 59. Dave AND Buster 60. “If all ___ fails...” 61. Use an old phone 62. Pull one’s leg 65. Had a panini at Panera 66. Indiana State Fair cow or sow Answers on Page 22
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Wednesday Oct. 4 6 pm-8pm Thursday Oct. 5 8 am -4 pm Friday is $3 bag day At Our Lady of Grace Community room. 191st and Rt 37 in Noblesville
FOR SALE: A Deluxe Family Companion Crypt, Level 4, located in beautiful Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Inside Our Lady Chapel and Mausoleum. 9700 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis… asking $9,950… holds two caskets plus one cremation urn, or 3 cremation urns total..Please call Tom Foley at 214-952-6712 to discuss.
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Stamp Show
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Indiana’s Largest Stamp Show! The Indiana Stamp Club hosts INDYPEX 2017, Oct. 6-8, 2017. Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds and Exhibition Center, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. Hours 10-5 on Fri. and Sat.,10-3 on Sunday. 36 dealers, 1/4 from outside the Midwest. Also: Indiana Postal History Society, U.S. postal station, and a WWI centennial cachet. Free admission and parking. Food available. Website: www.indianastampclub.org now hiring now hiring
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DeBrand is located at Shops at River Crossing, next to the Fashion Mall!
Carmel Clay Schools is Hiring! • Bus Drivers • Bus Aides • Instructional Assistants • Substitute Teachers Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/ccs/onlineapp/
Email: cmiddlet@ccs.k12.in.us or call 317-844-9961.
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Noblesville Schools Employment Opportunity
Full-time and substitute custodians are needed at Noblesville Schools. To apply for these positions, please visit our website at www.noblesvilleschools.org Any questions may be directed to: Steve Coverdale at 317- 773-4680, Ext. 12132
Seeking FT/PT personable individuals
for a new fitness facility opening later this Fall in Carmel / Westfield. Motion 4 Life Fitness is an independent gym focusing on adults over 40 years of age. Our highly qualified training staff and physician medical director will provide a safe and supportive environment and meet individuals at their current exercise level, whether they have medical conditions or feel uncomfortable in a traditional gym. Our team members will be committed to providing members with legendary customer service and be active in creating a welcoming community. We are looking to fill the following positions on our team: Guest Relations / Hospitality Sales Massage Therapist Motion 4 Life Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send resume and inquiries to: employment@motion4lifefitness.com
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Titus Bakery and Deli of Westfield is looking to fill a full-time position. Morning and mid-shift team member. Are you self-motivated with a passionate and hard-working nature? Are you capable of working in a fast-paced work environment and being a team player? If so, apply in person at 17471 Wheeler Rd. Suite 110, Westfield. EOE. No phone calls, please.
Clarity Care Givers is a locally owned Personal Service Agency. We are rapidly growing and looking for compassionate people to serve as caregivers for our adult population in a non-medical environment. Certification is a plus, but not required. We offer a competitive salary (ask about our tiered pay scale), a 401K, a referral bonus and flexible scheduling. We require a valid driver’s license and clean background checks.
Apply on-line at clarity.clearcareonline.com/apply or call 317-774-0074, option 5
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Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: Counties: ALLEN, FULTON, JASPER, LAKE, NOBLE, PORTER; Chevy: CAMARO, CORVETTE, CRUZE, IMPALA, MALIBU; Buildings: BARN, COOP, SHED, SILO; Films: ARGO, DAREDEVIL, GONE GIRL; Receivers: HILTON, MONCRIEF; Holiday: HALLOWEEN
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EricaHertzinger@ASCSeniorCare.com
513-260-5209
EricaHertzinger@ASCSeniorCare.com Benefits Package Includes: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Available - Plans Starting as low as $10 a Week $1,000 Referral Bonus For Clinical Staff • Tuition Reimbursement • Nurse & CNA Preceptor Program Potential Incentive Year End Bonus, up to 2% • 401K & Paid Time Off O2NE Program offers Paid LPN or RN Training!
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