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Council approves economic development agreement with The Justus Companies GOVERNMENT

By Elissa Maudlin elissa@youarecurrent.com

An Indianapolis-based real estate company will relocate and build its new headquarters in Noblesville in a $7.3 million investment as part of the Planned Urban Development Promenade of Noblesville. The company, which has 23 employees, will add five more full-time employees by 2035.

The Noblesville City Council approved an economic development agreement with The Justus Companies at its Feb. 27 meeting. A public hearing was set for March 26 to designate the area of the new headquarters, Little Chicago Road and Promenade of Noblesville Parkway, as an economic revitalization area.

If the economic revitalization area is approved by the city council, the city would issue an 80 percent abatement on property taxes, excluding land, due or payable on the project for 10 years. The city would also pay a portion of the project’s assessed road impact fees.

“The significant investment The Justus Companies is making in Noblesville will increase the overall quality of life of our residents through job creation, housing and creating a business and pedestrian-friendly environment,” Mayor Chris Jensen stated. “We are grateful to (The Justus Companies CEO) Walt Justus and his team at The Justus Companies for putting their trust and investment in the City of Nobles-

ville as the future home of their headquarters. They parallel our commitment in making long-term investments in our residents and placing importance on being a community where everyone can work, live and play. The Justus Companies have a proven track record of success in contributing to economic development and we are excited to welcome them to Noblesville.”

According to the city, The Justus Companies has already made substantial investments in the Promenade of Noblesville Planned Urban Development, a community consisting of residential spaces, businesses and recreational facilities. The company developed the Promenade Apartments and

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the forthcoming active-adult lifestyle community set to open this year called Promenade Trails.

The Justus Companies also played a role in community enhancements, overseeing the construction of new roundabouts, signage and streetlights within the PUD, according to the city. The company also negotiated key establishments in the PUD.

“I think it says a lot when somebody wants to move their office in the backyard of something they’re building,” councilmember Todd Thurston said.

The next city council meeting is set for 7 p.m. March 12 at City Hall, 16. S. 10th St.

construction industry. Applications are open through March 22. For more or to request the scholarship application and review requirements, email casey@oldtowncompanies.com or visit oldtowndesigngroup.com/careers/.

A map of the Promenade of the Noblesville Planned Urban Development. (Photo courtesy of The Justus Companies)

Scholarship opportunity — The Old Town Design Group, LLC, a custom home builder based in Carmel, has established the Orchard Project Scholarship to provide tuition assistance to a Hamilton, Boone or Johnson County student preparing for a career in the

Jensen

BEN’S RANCH FOUNDATION OPEN HOUSE, RIBBON CUTTING AT KOTEEWI STABLE & TRAILS

farms, in stables and in equine

in central Indiana was founded by Brose McVey in honor of his late son, Ben,

from mental illness before his unexpected death at age 24.

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From left, Melina Ruggeri from TCC/Round Room, Jeena Siela from the Hamilton County Community Foundation, Mayor Chris Jensen, Hamilton County Commissioner Mark Heirbrandt, Hamilton County Parks & Recreation Director Chris Stice, Ben’s Ranch Foundation Founder and Executive Director Brose McVey and Hamilton County Councilor Sue Maki attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony. (Photos courtesy of Ben’s Ranch Foundation)

Ben’s Ranch Foundation held an open house and ribbon cutting at Koteewi Stable & Trails Feb. 22. Ben’s Ranch recently assumed management and operation of the riding stable at Strawtown Koteewi Park at 11949 Koteewi Dr. The park is on the north side of Noblesville and owned by the Hamilton County Parks & Recreation Department. Ben’s Ranch Foundation operates and supports programs connecting teens with mental health challenges to jobs on

therapy facilities. The nonprofit organization based

who suffered

Ben’s Ranch Foundation founder and Executive Director Brose McVey speaks at the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

From left, J.D. McVey and Ben’s Ranch Foundation founder and Executive Director Brose McVey attend the open house.

Attendees meet the horses at Koteewi Stables & Trails during the open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Noblesville Chamber again presents savory event

By Elissa Maudlin elissa@youarecurrent.com

The Noblesville Chamber of Commerce will present its annual Taste of Business/Made in Noblesville event at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Convention Center from 4 to 7:30 p.m. March 14. The event showcases business and organizations in the Noblesville community.

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“(The event is) our way of celebrating the Noblesville business community and bringing people together to gain exposure to businesses, develop relationships, develop customers,” said Bob DuBois, president and CEO of the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce.

The event will feature approximately 100 businesses and organizations and include entertainment. DuBois said it is a “diverse array” of businesses and organizations, including 15 booths representing restaurants, caterers and breweries and several businesses offering snacks, treats and branded cookies.

All participating businesses and organizations are members of the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce.

DuBois said the event used to be held at

the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds but outgrew the location.

“We probably have 20 percent of the attendance, maybe a little bit more, are people from the community that may not have a connection to the chamber and just know that this is a great way to experience existing business(es) in the community,” DuBois said.

Kristi Spehler, director of member engagement for the chamber, said the event is an ideal way for new businesses to get in front of the community and network with other businesses.

“People love to be out and about at a social event, a social networking event, and being able to learn more about their community and just get a taste — a literal taste of some of their favorite menu items at some of their favorite restaurants — but also get a taste of the business community itself,” Spehler said.

Tickets are $5 online and $7 at the door. The event is at 13700 Conference Center Dr. S. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. The event is open to the public.

For more, visit noblesvillechamber.com/ events/details/taste-of-business-made-in-noblesville-exhibitor-registration-2024-4770.

A previous Taste of Business/Made in Noblesville event. (Photo courtesy of the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce)

Hamilton County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy to hold breakfast

By news@currentnoblesville.com

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy, a faith-based nonprofit, will hold its third annual Chaplaincy Prayer Breakfast April 24. The Chaplaincy serves public safety personnel and individuals who work or reside in public safety facilities, are housed in the jail and are residents of Hamilton County.

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The breakfast will be at the Mill Top Banquet and Conference Center, 802 Mulberry St. in Noblesville. Doors open at 7 a.m. and breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m. The event will celebrate the Chaplaincy’s accomplishments as it looks forward to the future, according to the organization.

Last year, Senior Chaplain Mark Fidler oversaw 175 community volunteers and added a new staff chaplain, Daniel Hester. The Chaplaincy answered 2,575 inmate requests; provided educational classes; administered eight baptisms; and helped lead the annual Sheriff’s Chaplaincy Conference and the National Day of Prayer events at the Hamilton County Courthouse and Indiana Statehouse.

As a group of ministers and counselors, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy assists with personal, marriage, job and spiritual matters and are available to assist in emergencies.

Tickets for the Chaplaincy Prayer Breakfast are $35 per person. A table for 10 is $300.

A previous Hamilton County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy Prayer Breakfast. (Photo courtesy of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy)

Noblesville Schools ranks on best midsize employers list

By news@currentnoblesville.com

WORKFORCE

Noblesville Schools ranked No. 18 on the America’s Best Midsize Employers list by Forbes magazine, the district announced Feb. 21. The school corporation was the highest-ranked Indiana employer on the list.

Forbes’ rankings recognized 400 employers across the United States. Noblesville Schools has approximately 1,800 employees in various roles, according to the school district.

“Our staff is exceptional and we’re proud to be recognized for our unique culture of caring, innovation and excellence,” stated Daniel Hile, superintendent of Noblesville Schools. “We place a high value on employee recognitions, professional development, community service, staff celebrations, competitive compensation and benefits, mentor networks, and safety and mental well-being. Noblesville Schools is a great place to be, and we appreciate this presti-

gious honor.”

According to Forbes, the annual ranking is in partnership with the market research firm Statista. The list is based on a survey of more than 170,000 workers based in the United States at American companies. Respondents were asked to rate their employer and if they would recommend their employer to others, according to Forbes.

From right, Noblesville High School Principal Craig McCaffrey collaborates with Executive Director of Secondary Special Education Amy Roberts in a leadership meeting. (Photo courtesy of Noblesville Schools)

Former State Sen. Kenley receives Health Commissioner Award

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Former State Sen. Luke Kenley, a Noblesville resident, received a State Health Commissioner Award Feb. 22 from State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver for supporting public health. Kenley represented District 20, which covered Hamilton, Tipton, Madison, Grant and Howard counties, from 1992 to 2017.

Kenley received the award during Public Health Day at the Statehouse, where Indiana public health advocates celebrated the role public health plays and learned more about efforts that are underway to improve how services are delivered across the state.

After he left the General Assembly, Kenley served as co-chair of the Governor’s Public Health Commission, which studied Indiana’s public health system and made recommendations. The recommendations from the commission formed the basis of Health First Indiana, legislation passed by the 2023 Indiana General Assembly that invested in public

health and made sure Hoosiers had access to core public health services.

“Through visionary foresight and tireless advocacy, Kenley has catalyzed transformative change in shaping the future of public health in our state,” Weaver stated. “His pioneering efforts have not only advanced the cause of public health but have also inspired a new generation of leaders to champion health and innovation.”

From left, Legislative & External Affairs Deputy Director Jake Torrie and Legislative & External Affairs Director Rachel Swartwood from the Indiana Department of Health, former State Sen. Luke Kenley and State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver. (Photo courtesy of the Indiana Department of Health)

Vare elected new Hamilton County Democrats chair

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POLITICS

Hamilton County Democrats chose former Fishers City Councilor Jocelyn Vare as the county party’s new chair during a Feb. 17 party election at Carmel Clay Public Library.

Vare, who lost her bid for reelection to the Fishers council in November, ran for the county chair position along with Crystal Neumann, another former Fishers councilor who lost her seat in the November election.

use their voices,” she stated. “When Hamilton County citizens pledge to never skip a vote, their voices make Indiana a better place to live.”

Vare

Vare stated in a Feb. 21 announcement from the Hamilton County Democratic Party that her first priority is supporting Democratic candidates in the upcoming election.

“Voters in Hamilton County will have important choices on their ballot this November and the Hamilton County Democratic Party will make sure that all voters are informed with the facts and prepared to

Vare stated that there are more Democratic voters in Hamilton County than ever before, and her goal is to strengthen those voters and Democratic candidates for elected office.

Vare replaces former county party chair Dayna Colbert, who was hired as the new executive director of the Indiana Democratic Party.

“Congratulations to Jocelyn Vare on becoming the next Hamilton County Chair,” Colbert stated in an email from the state Democratic Party. “Jocelyn knows how important this election is and has spent the last few years as an important voice in the Fishers community for fairness and growth. Democrats are uniting for 2024, and ready to bring balance to Hoosier politics.”

ZCHS senior swimmer caps career

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Zionsville Community High School senior Walker Mattice knew the boys swimming team had to make strides.

“At the beginning of the season, our expectations weren’t that high with as many good guys as we had graduated,” Mattice said.

“Throughout the season, we proved ourselves, and then to be able to place as high at the end of the season is so nice. It shows the guys behind me are going to step up and continue to improve, and they’re going to be at the top level the next couple of years, too.”

After finishing second in both events in 2023, Mattice won the 200-yard freestyle in 1 minute, 36.86 seconds, and the 100 freestyle in 44.26 seconds at the IHSAA boys swimming and diving state finals Feb. 24 at the Indiana University Natatorium at IUPUI. Mattice’s two victories helped the Eagles place fourth in the team standings.

“Winning an individual event is a whole

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Favorite athlete: Giannis

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Favorite movie: “Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith”

Favorite subject: Physics

College major plans: Electrical engineering

other level of what it means to me and everyone around me,” Mattice said.

Then it was capped off by Mattice winning the Mental Attitude Award for boys swimming.

“That was so special. It just made everything pay off from swimming and school and everything the last four years,” Mattice said.

Eagles coach Scott Kubly said Mattice defi-

nitely deserved the honor.

“He’s a great kid,” Kubly said. “He’s a leader of the team both in and out of the pool. He’s a good student and does all the right things.”

Mattice did all the right things in the state finals.

“He was definitely dominating in the 200 freestyle and had to work to get the win in the 100 free, but that was a fun race,” Kubly said.

Mattice also was a member of the Eagles’ third-place 200 freestyle relay team and fifth-place 400 free relay.

“Our goal was to get top five and we did it,” Kubly said.

Mattice was part of the state record-setting 200 freestyle team with 2023 graduates Will Modglin, Gabe Berry and Will Raches.

In November 2022, Mattice committed to Purdue University.

“I decided on Purdue for not only the incredible team atmosphere and team that they have, but also for the amazing education that Purdue offers as I am majoring in electrical engineering,” said Mattice, who has a 4.57 weighted GPA.

ZCHS swimmer Walker Mattice competes in the state finals. (Photo courtesy of Peter H. Bick Photography/Swimming World)

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CORRECTION — The new bathroom area in the Noblesville High School expansion will have security cameras, but security cameras will not be in the stalls. The information was incorrect in the Feb. 27 edition of Current.

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Local residents named as 500 Festival Princesses — The Indy 500 Festival has named 33 Indiana women selected as 500 Festival Princesses for 2024. The women are from 18 Indiana colleges and universities and 23 cities across the state. The 500 Festival Princesses were chosen from hundreds of applicants for leadership, academic stewardship, community involvement and embodiment of the Hoosier spirit, according to a 500 Festival announcement. Festival princesses from the Noblesville area are:

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School seeking donations for Family Promise — Noblesville West Middle School is collecting donations for Family Promise of Hamilton County, a nonprofit for children and families experiencing housing insecurity. The nonprofit provides: shelter; housing resources; rent and utility assistance; on-going stability services for up to 24 months; budgeting, tenancy and employment education; and connection to mental health, childcare, food and employment resources, according to the organization. For more, visit fpohc.org.

Nominations open for HR award — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2024 Ogletree Deakins Human Resources Professional of the Year Award, which will be presented during the 60th Annual Indiana HR Conference April 30–May 2 at the Indiana Convention Center. The award is open to all full-time human resources practitioners in Indiana. Individuals who have made significant contributions to their organization over the past year through implementation of best practices, organization design and effectiveness, and alignment and accomplishment of the strategic direction of their company are encouraged to apply. The deadline for nominations is March 8.

NOT HER FIRST RODEO

Noblesville High School senior moving up competition ladder in horseback events

By Elissa Maudlin elissa@youarecurrent.com

When Noblesville High School senior Bella Slone and her rodeo coach Ryan Hollingsworth discussed her goals for the sport, Slone told Hollingsworth she wanted to qualify for the National Little Britches Rodeo Association Finals.

To qualify, Slone must finish in the top seven in each rodeo she competes in for her two specialty events: poles and breakaway. Poles requires horseback riders to weave through a straight line of poles as fast as possible. Breakaway is a calf-roping event that also requires speed.

Slone, 17, has two more years in the National Little Britches Rodeo Association, which is for kids ages 5 to 18. Her age group is 14 to 18. She is still working to move up the qualifying ladder.

“I knew I always really wanted to do rodeo,” Slone said. “But I didn’t know where to go or how to start because I just feel like in this area, it’s kind of hard to find that.”

Interested in working on a rodeo event called team roping, where competitors rope a calf with a partner, Slone contacted Hollingsworth, who instead encouraged her to try breakaway and poles. Hollingsworth said he had a horse that could perform those events for her, and breakaway and poles would help her achieve her goals the fastest.

Slone has been working with Hollingsworth for eight months and has her sights set on the National Little Britches Rodeo Association Finals set for June 30-July 6 in Guthrie, Okla. To qualify, a competitor must place in the top seven for six total rodeos in each event they compete in. The points they earn in the rodeos accumulate and show individuals where they place among other competitors in their age bracket in the National Little Britches Rodeo Association.

Slone has competed in six rodeos so far in Indiana and placed in the top seven in each except one. She competes one to two weekends a month, she said.

An event Slone remembers fondly is placing in the top five in both of her events in September 2023 at a rodeo in Danville at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds.

“I’(d) been envisioning (that) weekend in my head and hoping it goes well,” Slone said. “I have it all planned out and then I finally get there and what I had in my head became a reality.”

For breakaway, Slone had to learn how to swing and throw a rope, Hollingsworth said. Then, she worked on roping a dummy on the ground, roping while on top of a saddle in a saddle rack and roping a dummy being pulled by a four-wheeler while on horseback. Hollingsworth said he will get calves in April for Slone to practice on.

Hollingsworth, vice president of Central Indiana Little Britches Rodeo Association, said he decided to train Slone because he could see her commitment.

“That was part of the whole process of watching her rope for two months without a horse because most people

NATIONAL LITTLE BRITCHES RODEO ASSOCIATION

Founded in 1952, the National Little Britches Rodeo Association is a youth rodeo organization for ages 5 to 18, according to its website. Its goal is to develop the spirit of fair competition and appreciation of good sportsmanship through rodeo competition.

The association annually sanctions more than 500 youth rodeos in 33 states, which allows association members to earn points and qualify for the finals. According to its website, more than 3,300 kids from 33 states compete in the association’s rodeos each year.

would come over and be like, ‘OK, I’m leaving if I can’t get on a horse,’” Hollingsworth said. “Well, if you can’t put the time and effort into it, I’m not going to take time away from my family to give you if you’re not sold in it. And she was, so it was an easy decision to coach and be part of it.”

ON THE COVER: Bella Slone with the horse she rides while competing in poles and breakaway. (Photo by Elissa Maudlin)

Bella Slone competes in poles. (Photo courtesy of Bella Slone)

Bella Slone celebrates with her coach, Ryan Hollingsworth, after competing in a rodeo. (Photo courtesy of Kelly Hollingsworth)

Kingston takes on iconic role of ‘Miss Daisy’

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Ellen Kingston figured every middle-age actress in the area would audition for the title role of “Driving Miss Daisy.” Instead, only two other women auditioned at the same time. She figured more people came to the second audition and she didn’t get it. But she eventually got the offer she wanted.

Civic Theatre will present “Driving Miss Daisy” March 15 to 30 at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

“When I get a show even in community theater, (when) I’m not getting paid, I’m going to work just as hard as IRT or Beef & Boards when I’m getting paid because I’m so honored to have the role,” Kingston said. “I’m happy to have a role that is (in) my wheelhouse.”

The 68-year-old Carmel resident said it helped that she had memorized her lines before the audition, which impressed Civic Theatre Executive Artistic Director Michael Lasley, who is directing the show.

Kingston has only seen the film version with Jessica Tandy and Morgan Freeman, and the Australian stage version with Angela Lansbury in the Miss Daisy role and James Earl Jones as Hoke.

“It’s weird to see a Southern accent from Angela Lansbury,” Kingston said. “You think of James Earl Jones as so dignified, but he was amazing as Hoke. It was a small theater in Australia, and no one was on mics, so everyone yelled all their lines, which was awful.”

As Miss Daisy, Kingston seldom leaves the stage.

“There are two little scenes where I go off the stage for 40 seconds,” Kingston said. “There is no intermission. She wears the same dress the whole show with hats, gloves and a bathrobe at one point, but there’s no time to change. There’s a lot of lines.”

Kingston retired as director of creative events from the Center for The Performing Arts in February 2023. She does freelance projects for her own company called Ideal Talent.

Despite many years in community theater in central Indiana, Lasley has not previously directed Kingston.

“We have worked in proximity to each other before but I’m very much looking forward to the opportunity to direct her in this classic piece of American theater,” Lasley said. “Similarly, I have worked with Antione Demmings, who played Hoke on a number of occasions at Civic, but this will be the first time I have been the director.

I have had the pleasure of directing David Wood, who is portraying Daisy’s son, Boolie, a number of times as well as working with him in other capacities. All in all, I am very excited to work with all three of these accomplished performers to bring this Pulitzer Prize-winning drama to the stage.”

Lasley said “Driving Miss Daisy’ is a

terrific fit for the Studio Theater, and the three-person cast is the smallest cast since the initial Civic production in that theater.

“While the space is sort of automatically intimate by its nature, the chance to tell this very intimate story about family and friendship in this warm and open space is a real gift,” Lasley said.

Kingston suggested she and Demmings and Wood, both Indianapolis residents, meet before rehearsals started.

“We sat for two hours and talked and laughed and got to know each other, because I think it’s essential for that kind of a small cast,” Kingston said. “We just went into rehearsals feeling like friends.”

For more, visit civictheatre.org.

‘BEAUTIFUL”

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents “Beautiful — The Carole King Musical” through March 30 at the Indianapolis venue. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

‘VIOLET’

Carmel Community Players’ production of “Violet,” a musical, runs through March 10 at the Switch Theatre, 10029 E. 126th St., Suite D, Fishers. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

‘AN EVENING WITH CARRIE NEWCOMER’

Carrie Newcomer and pianist Gary Walters, Allie Summers and String Quartet will appear in concert at 8 p.m. March 9 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

THE IRISH TENORS

The Irish Tenors will perform at 8 p.m. March 8 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

BRUCE HORNSBY

Bruce Hornsby and yMusic present BrhyM at 8 p.m. March 9 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

IMAGINATION MOVERS

Imagination Movers’ interactive concert is set for 1 and 4 p.m. March 10 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

‘ECLECTIC ENCHANTMENT’

The Indiana Wind Symphony’s performance of “Eclectic Enchantment” is set for 7:30 p.m. March 9 at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit indianawindsymphony.org.

Ellen Kingston and Antione Demmings appear in Civic Theatre’s production of “Driving Miss Daisy.” (Photo by Joshua Hasty Photography)

ATI names Frost as executive director — Brian Frost, a Fishers resident, has been named executive director of Actors Theatre of Indiana. Frost replaces Jim Reilly, who retired after 12 years. Frost has been working as a Realtor/associate broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.

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Rickie Lee Jones to perform

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Singer-songwriter Rickie Lee Jones first came to national prominence with the hit “Chuck E.’s in Love” in 1979.

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Forty-five years later, Jones is still creating and performing. She will perform at 8 p.m. March 8 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

“The switch that makes me want to write all the time, loving to write, remains as elusive to me now as it ever was,” Jones said. “The switch is on now. Worries about family are far less. That kind of thing can devastate the creative mind. It needs pastures of unobstructed views of its own imagination, rivers unpolluted by depression and despair. Sometimes you can write your way out of a feeling, but the other time the feeling just sucks down joy and poetry like a black hole.”

At 69, Jones said her age has let her feel like her life belongs only to her.

“I have a little time left to express and

leave behind the impression of my unique self,” Jones said. “Why I decided I am worth it, what caused that Catholic self-retaliation to dissolve, I cannot say. But now that it’s gone and I feel loved and treated with the respect old folks get, I am writing like mad. The pressure is off. I don’t need to present myself. I am myself. I am lucky enough to be called to this job, to have it all my life, to make money being Rickie Lee Jones. Imagine that — so beautiful. And I like being my honest self, so others can feel good about their honest self, their own kindness, their own glory.”

Jones said having money can help.

“When one needs money, that immediacy keeps us returning to the typewriter or the piano, in spite of how it might hurt our jagged soul to have those feelings pass through the memory as they are turned into art,” Jones said. “It’s not a bad word, money. But it’s easy to forget that art has nothing to do with money. The value, for myself, (is) the value of a single song having been sprung up out of the air, with no one else’s judgment of it.”

For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

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FOOD

Commentary by Mark LaFay

While many Americans use St. Patrick’s Day as an excuse to slam Guinness and light lagers dyed green, I use it as an excuse to eat corned beef. The connection between corned beef and St. Patrick’s Day is a tale of immigration and adaptation than of ancient Irish tradition.

Try this recipe. You’ll want to get a brisket and remove the point so that only the flat remains.

HOMEMADE CORNED BEEF

Ingredients:

• 1 5-pound brisket

• 1 gallon water

• 1 1/2 cups kosher salt

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 4 tablespoons pickling spice

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 teaspoons pink curing salt (sodium nitrite)

Instructions:

• In a large pot, combine water, kosher salt, sugar, pickling spice, garlic and pink curing salt. Bring to a simmer, stirring until salt and sugar are dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool to room

temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.

• Place the brisket in a large, sealable bag. Pour the chilled brine over the meat, ensuring it is completely submerged. Seal the bag, removing as much air as possible.

• Refrigerate the brisket in the brine for five to seven days, turning the bag daily to ensure even curing.

• After curing, remove the brisket from the brine and rinse under cold water. Cook as desired, typically by simmering in water with additional pickling spice until tender. I like to slow cook in the oven at 225 degrees until nice and tender. I’ll finish the corned beef by make a mixture of equal parts yellow mustard and brown sugar, cover the top of the brisket and allow the brown sugar to caramelize under the broiler, but be sure to not scorch it!

IWS plans ‘Eclectic’ concert

By Ken Severson editorial@youarecurrent.com

There’s nothing like a broad and diverse range of music. For many people, it can mesmerize, surprise and enchant.

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So, perhaps it’s not a wonder the Indiana Wind Symphony is presenting the concert “Eclectic Enchantment.”

The concert is at 7:30 p.m. March 9 at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

Conrad said the IWS is going to open the concert with “Serenade No. 12” by Mozart, and then Anderson will sing an opera selection and a piece by Samuel Barber called “Knoxville: Summer of 1915.”

Anderson

The night promises to be an eclectic mix of works with performances by guest vocal soloist Jessamyn Anderson, a 2011 Carmel High School graduate.

Anderson, who now lives with her family in Nashville, Tenn., is an accomplished performer, according to IWS founder and Music Director Charles Conrad, a Carmel resident.

“Jessamyn is a graduate of the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music and is a very talented actress and soprano,” Conrad said. “She’s appeared in operas, recitals and musicals.”

Conrad said it’s a soprano feature with 15 instruments.

“I’ve been performing as a soprano soloist with the Indiana Wind Symphony for 12 seasons, which means I’ve grown up professionally alongside this ensemble,” Anderson said. “The Indiana Wind Symphony remains a wonderful group to perform with, and I’ve been blessed to sing a wide variety of repertoire with them.”

The IWS is made up of approximately 80 volunteer members and includes professional musicians, music educators and serious avocational musicians.

Conrad said he believes the IWS is the only concert band that does a chamber series and has done so for 15 years.

“They are smaller than a concert band, anywhere from four to 24 pieces,” Conrad said. “It’s comparable to the orchestra doing a string quartet as part of its series.”

For more, visit indianawindsymphony.org.

LEGAL NOTICE DUKE ENERGY INDIANA, LLC

Public notice is hereby given to affected property owners pursuant to 170 IAC 4-9-4(f) that within two (2) to six (6) weeks of the date of this notice, weather permitting, Duke Energy Indiana, LLC will be performing vegetation management as part of its power line maintenance program in the area described below. As part of this project, one of its qualified contractors will be applying EPA approved and registered herbicides to control vegetation that may interfere with the safe operation and maintenance of power lines. This vegetation management will be performed in/near Noblesville on or near streets identified below:

• Beginning at the substation located at the intersection of E 216th St & SR 19 to include the areas around & near: N of Field Dr, E of N Harbour Dr, S of the substation, W of Edith Ave

• Beginning at the substation located at the intersection of Cherry Tree Rd & Weaver Cemetery to include the areas around & near: N of Haverton Way, E of the substation, S of SR 32, W of the White River

The date this notice is published initiates the two (2) week period for calculating implied consent by an affected property owner under 170 IAC 4-9. If you have any questions, you may contact the Duke Energy Vegetation Management toll free number, 866-385-3675.

Duke Energy Indiana, LLC Vegetation Management Department

LEGAL NOTICE DUKE ENERGY INDIANA, LLC

Public notice is hereby given to affected property owners pursuant to 170 IAC 4-9-4(f) that within two (2) to six (6) weeks of the date of this notice, weather permitting, Duke Energy Indiana, LLC will be performing vegetation management as part of its power line maintenance program in the area described below. As part of this project, one of its contractors that employ qualified utility line clearance tree workers will be trimming and/or removing trees and brush to clear the lines of vegetation to provide safe and reliable electric service. Vegetation management will be performed in/near Noblesville, Fishers on or near streets identified below:

• Beginning at the substation located near the intersection of N 8th St & Clinton St to include the areas around & near: N of Dan Dr, E of S Mill Creek Rd, S of Great Lakes Dr, W of the substation

• Beginning at the substation located near the intersection of Southeastern Pkwy & Olio Rd to include the areas around & near: N of W Fall Creek Rd, E of the substation, S of W 650 S, W of S 750 W

The date this notice is published initiates the two (2) week period for calculating implied consent by an affected property owner under 170 IAC 4-9. If you have any questions, you may contact the Duke Energy Vegetation Management toll free number, 866-385-3675.

Duke Energy Indiana, LLC Vegetation Management Department

Blueprint for Improvement: Sleek and stylish Carmel living room

Commentary by Larry Greene

Built in 1992 in downtown Carmel, this home’s owners were ready to transform their dated living room into a modern and sophisticated space.

THE BLUEPRINT

• The fireplace now makes a sophisticated statement, with chic floor-to-ceiling tile and a custom gas insert for easy operation.

• Grass cloth wallpaper pairs perfectly with the sleek fireplace tile, adding texture and modern style.

• Luxury vinyl plank flooring unifies the living room with the adjoining kitchen, improving flow and elevating the aesthetic.

• A new island features a unique custom curved support that serves as a stylish transition piece between the living room and kitchen.

Larry Greene is the owner of Worthington Design & Remodeling (formerly Case). You may email him at lgreene@worthingtonindy.com or visit worthingtonindy.com for more remodeling inspiration and advice.

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1. Phone downloads

5. Indy City-County Councilor Annee

9. Ask for money

14. Alka-Seltzer sound?

15. Teen woe

16. Online party announcement

17. ___ fide

18. Angela Buchman forecast, maybe

19. Attacked, in a way

20. Indianapolis Motor Speedway street

23. Astronaut Jemison

24. IU’s Kelley School deg.

25. Indiana Firebirds’ defunct pigskin org.

28. Small, but full of fight

32. 007, for one

35. Windblown snow pile

37. Start of a poker

declaration

38. “Star Wars” princess

39. Street interrupted by Geist Reservoir

42. Extinguishes, with “out”

43. Norse thunder god

44. Silence-breaking women’s movement

45. Colts’ 6-pters.

46. Straddling

48. ___-Cat

49. In the past

50. Pacer foe in Texas, briefly

52. Indy street with an I-65 exit

57. Atlantic or Pacific

59. Portent

60. Denny’s rival

63. Toga’s kin

64. Civil rights org.

65. Equipment

66. First Lady Ford

67. Body art, for short

68. Infamous Roman emperor Down

1. IMPD alert

2. Farm implement

3. Cornmeal cake

4. Muscle twitch

5. Astronomical unit of distance

6. Trendy smoothie berry

7. MS-DOS alternative

8. It started on Ash Wednesday

9. “I ___ declare...”

10. Ex-Mrs. Trump

11. Color gradation

12. Nevada neighbor

13. Humane Society for Hamilton County adoptee

21. “Here, try some!”

22. “E” on a gas gauge

25. Competent

26. Criminal trickery

27. Shoppers’ aids

29. “That’s correct!”

30. Detest

31. Lilly lab dish

32. Racy online messages

33. Mountaineer’s tool

34. Google alternative

36. Pacers stats

38. Commit perjury in Boone County Court

40. “Let’s do this!”

41. Lipstick mishap

46. Part of CIA

47. Near failing grade at Westfield HS

49. Bide one’s time

51. Two-finger salute

52. Camp shelter

53. Exactly as required, in three syllables

54. Where to take a Zumba class in Fishers

55. Sensed

6 Airplane Parts 4 ___ Fly

3 “Hoosiers” Stars

5 Ph- Words

56. “Of ___ I Sing”

57. Wagering letters

2 House of Cheung Dishes

1 Largest Indy Hotel

58. Mud Creek Players stage prompt

61. Rowing need

62. Purgatory Golf Club instructor

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Speech Pathology Services is looking to hire a part-time business manager for a small pediatric private practice located in Carmel. If interested, please contact: info@spscarmel.com

information from computerized databases and other sources. Also able communicate clearly and effectively with your supervisor, your fellow employees and, as needed, with customers. A complete job description is available with a request to frontdesk@integrityautomotive.net.

We offer competitive pay with a Monday through Friday work week and (after 90 days) up to four sick/personal days per year and paid holidays. To schedule an interview, send your resume with contact information to: frontdesk@ integrityautomotive.net . 40 S Rangeline Rd Carmel Indiana 46032 www. IntegrityAutomotive.net

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Noblesville, IN 46060. Note, this is a hybrid position whereby the employee will work both from home and from the aforementioned office address. Hence, the employee must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the aforementioned office address. Note, this position does not require travel. Lead the systems project team in developing programs for hybrid traction motors; among other duties. Apply to

Starting at: $1659

Available as: sofa, loveseat, chair, ottoman

Starting at: $1759

Available as: sofa, loveseat, chair,

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