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By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com It hasn’t exactly been smooth sailing for the Westfield City Council and Westfield Mayor GOVERNMENT Andy Cook since five new members joined the council in January 2020. A series of events has led Cook to prohibit council members from Cook speaking to city staff. They must send their questions or comments directly to Cook. “They don’t have access (to city staff), they have got to go through one funnel, and that’s me,” Cook said. “This council doesn’t communicate well within themselves. (City staff) were getting duplicate requests for data from this councilor and that councilor for much of the same or similar information to the point that my department heads’ heads began to spin. I have to be cognizant of my department heads’ time, efficiencies and their priorities. “I’m merely asking, ‘OK, how about you councilors get together, and if you want to know how many housing units of 1,200 square feet can have two trees sitting on them, I can probably come up with that.’” Cook said another reason behind the decision is broken trust between himself and the council. Cook said one example was when an unnamed councilor learned about confidential proprietary information about a local business and shared the data in a public meeting. Cook said the information was misconstrued to the detriment of the local business. Cook said the same councilor also degraded city staff on social media and in a public meeting. Cook said other issues regard efficiency, such as councilors asking questions about the proposed tunnel at the Monon Trail crossing of 161st Street. “I get councilors going to Jeremy (Lollar)
in public works, or John Rogers in the financial department. I get financial questions, and with the tunnel project, we studied that for many years,” Cook said. “We looked at the HAWK (crossing signal) system years ago. We looked at moving the trail. We’ve looked at going over the trail, under the trail. We brought our recommendation forward, and the previous council said, ‘Yes, that’s what we want to do,’ and this Johns council is starting all over again. Which is fine, I don’t object to that, but asking for a second and third time (about) the very data that’s already been studied, it’s a very inefficient way to operate a government.” Cook said he had similar issues regarding the Grand Junction project in downtown Westfield and the Ind. 32 widening project. Cook has never before restricted communication access between city staff and councilors and isn’t sure if other mayors operate in similar fashion. Council President Mike Johns said access to city staff has been restricted since before May 2020. “It’s really a problem, like (council member) Cindy (Spoljaric) and I sit on the (Advisory Plan Commission), and we deal with the planning department,” Johns said. ”In the past, we’ve been able to pick up the phone and call (director of community development) Kevin Todd and get his opinion on discussing a development or a (unified development ordinance) code, so if I have a question regarding the height of a building, I have to call Andy and ask him to get with Kevin.” Johns said the issue has led him to try to find answers on his own. “If I have to call the mayor to ask the question, I try to figure it out and move on down the road to a different issue. It’s silly,” he said. “It’s very frustrating that you can’t talk to folks in the city when you need to
ask a question.” Johns didn’t anticipate such communication hurdles when he ran for council. He said that by asking questions and taking a closer look at city financials, the council is doing what it was elected to do. “We are going to act as a legislative body to make sure that spending is done appropriately,” Johns said. “Hopefully, that’s not making people upset with us.” Johns hasn’t approached Cook about loosening restrictions regarding communication between councilors and city staff. “That has not happened yet, but that is part of something I’m hoping to do. It’s part of a vision,” Johns said. “We have a number of large topics and large expenditures to discuss over the next few months, and we can’t make those in a vacuum. We have got to work together as a team, the elected officials together with the employees.” Veteran councilor Cindy Spoljaric said she has approached Cook about the communication barrier and said he wasn’t open to changing his mind. Spoljaric has served the city in various capacities for 15 years, including on the advisory plan commission, the board of zoning appeals and the council. “I’ve never been restricted in my 15 years of who I could talk to, and it’s been beyond frustrating,” she said. “I’ve never known of a community where staff has been directed to not communicate with council. It’s an interesting thought that any resident can contact a department head, but those that represent them cannot.” Spoljaric also said councilors cannot meet as a group outside of a public meeting to discuss common questions they have to prevent repetitive emails to city staff, as that violates Indiana’s Open Door Law. Cook and Johns agree working as a team is important. “There has to be some common respect,” Cook said. “That respect should result in us working together.” For the full story, visit currentinwestfield. com.
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Health Dept. addresses vaccine FAQs at virtual town hall By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com The Hamilton County Health Dept. conducted a virtual town hall PANDEMIC Jan. 27 to inform county residents about COVID-19 vaccines and answer frequently asked
questions. HCHD Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Christian Walker, Interim Administrator Jason LeMaster and Health Education Specialist Jim Ginder provided information during the program. Since COVID-19 vaccines became available in Hamilton County last month, 30,348 dos-
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Will these vaccines work against different variants of the virus? Maybe. Research studies are underway that show the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines may work against new COVID-19 variants, but more clinical data is needed. How long will the vaccine protect me? Clinical trials are being conducted to see how long immunity from the vaccines lasts. How do we know the vaccine is safe, and what are the chances of an allergic reaction? Both vaccines have received authorization for emergency use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration after completing multi-staged clinical trials. Ginder said out of all patients vaccinated at the Hamilton County’s site at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Noblesville, no one has experienced allergic reactions. If someone were to experience a severe reaction, such as anaphylactic shock, the health department has basic emergency supplies on hand, a doctor is present and other response measures are in place. Patients are screened prior to receiving the vaccine, and they must wait 15 to 30 minutes after receiving it before leaving to ensure they do not have an allergic reaction. When will herd immunity occur? Herd immunity is expected to occur when 70 percent of the state’s population has been vaccinated. Currently, only 7 percent of the population has been vaccinated.
When can those with underlying health conditions receive the vaccine? The Hamilton County Health Dept. is following the state’s instruction, so the vaccine is only available to those ages 70 and older, health care professionals and first responders. How can I register for the vaccine? Those who qualify to receive the vaccine can register at ourshot.in.gov or by calling 2-1-1. Residents also can register by calling the AARP or local libraries, where librarians are undergoing training to assist patients with scheduling their vaccine. Should I make multiple appointments to receive the vaccine? No. The health department requests patients only make one appointment for their vaccine, as some people are making five or six appointments to shop for the best vaccine, and that delays the vaccine process for others. Where can I get vaccinated? County sites include the Ascension St. Vincent in Noblesville, the Fishers Health Dept. clinic, the Hamilton County Fairgrounds, IU Health North, Riverview Health, two Meijer locations – one on West Carmel Drive in Carmel and one on Mercantile Boulevard Noblesville and a Walmart location on Clover Road Noblesville. What does the vaccine cost? The vaccine is free, but insured patients should still bring their insurance card. Uninsured patients also can receive the vaccine at no cost.
es have been administered, which is the can be given up to 42 days after the first second highest in the state behind Marion dose, but immunity cannot be guaranteed County. Nearly 480,000 Hoosiers if the doses are further apart. The have been vaccinated as of press Pfizer vaccine is not offered by the health department because it is time. Ginder said approximately 16 required to be stored at minus 94 percent of people have experienced degrees. Hospitals Riverview Health and IU Health have the ability to mild symptoms, such as a lowgrade fever, fatigue or soreness, store the Pfizer vaccine, so they following the immunizations. Ginder offer both vaccines. Ginder said even people who have recovThe Pfizer vaccine provides 95 percent protection against COVID-19. Paered from COVID-19 should still consider receiving the vaccine because it is unknown tients are fully protected seven days after how long COVID-19 antibodies stay in the they receive their second dose. The vaccine body. The vaccines are produced by Pfizer is available for patients 16 and older. and Moderna. The Moderna vaccine also requires two doses. The second dose is given at least 28 The Pfizer vaccine requires two doses days after the first dose. given a minimum of 21 days apart. Ginder said with both vaccines, the second dose
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Westfield High School threat originated out of state news@currentinwestfield.com A preliminary investigation of a threat received by Westfield High School on Jan. 25 indicates it originatPUBLIC SAFETY ed out of state. Evidence also shows that similar calls were made from the same telephone number to government entities in other states, both before and after the WHS incident. A press release from Westfield Washington Schools stated that in each case, no credible threats existed.
WHS received the threat at approximately 11 a.m. Jan. 25 and immediately sheltered in place. Neither the school district nor the Westfield Police Dept. have specified what the threat was. After the WPD secured the building, WHS resumed normal activities. A press release from WWS stated, “Extensive resources are dedicated to identifying and prosecuting those responsible for making this threat. Because this incident remains an active criminal investigation, there will be no additional comment at this time.”
Health Dept. moves vaccine clinic news@currentinwestfield.com The Hamilton County Health Dept. moved its vaccine clinic into the 4-H Fairgrounds’ Exhibition Hall Feb. 1. The PANDEMIC clinic was originally set up at the Annex Building at the fairgrounds. The move will provide more space for vaccine clinic operations. “The county’s buildings and grounds crew has been working nonstop to help get the new clinic set up,” stated Christian Walker, emergency preparedness coordinator for the Hamilton County Health Dept. “Anyone with an appointment next week should plan to come to the new facility.” Hamilton County is allotted 800 doses
of the COVID-19 Moderna vaccine per week, and it expects the number to double by midmonth. The Exhibition Hall has six times the space of the Annex Building and will allow the health department to administer up to 3,600 doses per week. “Moving to this larger space will allow us to scale up quickly once more vaccine becomes available,” Walker stated. “Supply is our only hinderance to getting more people vaccinated at this point.” Vaccines are administered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the fairgrounds. Health care providers, first responders and people of 70 and older can register for an appointment at ourshot. in.gov, by calling 2-1-1, through AARP or through their local libraries.
DISPATCHES HCSWCD holds annual meeting — The Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District will conduct its annual meeting at 4 p.m. Feb. 18. The HCSWCD Board Supervisors are encouraging the public to attend the meeting virtually. Limited in-person attendance will be allowed at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds in the O.V. Winks & Annex buildings at 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. The HCSWCD Board of Supervisors will highlight the district successes of 2020, present awards to conservation partners as well as recognize the service of past and present district staff. Registration is free. RSVP by Feb. 16 at hamiltonswcd.org. For more, contact Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District at soil.water@hamiltoncounty.in.gov or by calling 317-773-2181.
Indiana Fire Chiefs Association, Methodist Sports Medicine announce partnership — The Indiana Fire Chiefs Association and Methodist Sports Medicine recently announced their partnership. The partnership will bring Methodist Sports Medicine’s expertise and resources to the Indiana Fire Chiefs Association and its members. Methodist Sports Medicine will provide seminars, programming and training for the Indiana Fire Chiefs Association across the entire state. To become a member of the Indiana Fire Chiefs Association, call 877-733-1850 or join online at indfirechiefs.org/index.html. For more information on Methodist Sports Medicine’s public safety programs, call 317-817-1200 or visit methodistsports.com/ tactical-athlete.
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COMMUNITY DISPATCHES Tragesser named office managing partner — The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP recently announced that Joel Tragesser, a partner in the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group and a Westfield resident, has been named the office managing partner for the firm’s Indianapolis office. Tragesser started the position Feb. 1, and he will continue his full-time law practice. Snedeker appointed to horse racing commission — Gov. Eric Holcomb recently announced several appointments to the state’s boards and commissions. Among them was Westfield resident Kate Healey Snedeker, who will serve on the Indiana Horse Racing Commission. Her term expires Jan. 31, 2025. Beekeepers club to meet — The North Central Beekeepers Club next meeting is 6:30 p.m. Feb. 17 at Cool Creek Nature Center in Westfield. Socializing starts at 6 p.m. Meetings are free to attend in person or online by all levels of beekeepers located centrally north of Indianapolis. Those interested in becoming beekeepers are welcome. See the club’s Facebook group for details about the new online and in-person attendance procedures. The Feb. 17 meeting will include presentations on beekeepers, apiary Location/relocation, feeding options and cluster physics (how bees keep warm during the winter). Introduction to Beekeeping for anyone interested in becoming a beekeeper will be offered free of charge. This class will not be available online. Heart and Soul Clinic to conduct open house — The Heart and Soul Clinic in Westfield will conduct an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 11 at the clinic, 17338 Westfield Park Rd., Suite 1. Couples are encouraged to come together and learn about the clinic’s Share the Love fundraising campaign, and the first 15 couples who visit the clinic will receive a free appetizer coupon from Grindstone on the Monon and a flower from Root31. For more, visit heartandsoulclinic.org. IEHA offering eight scholarships — Indiana Extension Homemakers Association, an organization affiliated with the Purdue Extension Service, is offering eight $500 scholarships to Indiana homemakers who are 25 or older. Scholarship applications may be obtained at the Purdue Extension Hamilton County office on the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville or online at ieha-families.org/programs.php. Applications are due by March 15.
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People assume our family is navigating the pandemic easily because we were already homeschooling when this EDUCATION started. Plus, I used to be an elementary school teacher, so obviously we would be fine, right? Maybe, but “easily” is not the word I’d use. I literally brought my desk home from the office and set it up in our bedroom. Our kids wanted to come visit me often and I experimented with several mixes of ambient music and forest sounds to drown out the sound of living with small children. Oh, and what is a pandemic, anyway? Big events were getting canceled everywhere. “This is a big deal,” we thought. How do we stay safe? Work slowed down. I was tempted, and often gave in, to taking extra time from the computer to be with family, cooking extra meals and doing projects around the house. Meanwhile, there’s an increased interest in doing homeschool well. Parents are clamoring for resources to structure their days and keep kids caught up. Watching the panic reminds me of the stress of classroom teaching. I hope to relieve some of that panic. If anything is easy for us, it’s shifting
the relationship between our kids and the learning. Curiosity is the curriculum in our home. My wife and I remember the stress of school growing up, constantly not measuring up, often feeling like failures when we got low grades or confused why this stuff was so important. We’re not bothered when our kids would rather play than “do school.” Play is part of life. We live. We cook, clean, read and they count and compare toys and debate house rules with each other. I show them things I’m working on the same way they show me things they’re working on. Homeschooling this way isn’t easy because life isn’t easy — but it sure is enjoyable. When we live this way, it helps me show my kids that learning feels good. They end up showing me that working, when you put love into it, feels good, too.
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Philip Mott was a reluctant learner, turned elementary teacher, turned homeschooling father. His experiences drove him to explore learning methods that honor the learner, the teacher and learning itself. He lives in Westfield with his wife and three children and writes parenting and education advice for families on his website, philipmott.com
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CONSTRUCTION WESTFIELD Project: Jersey Street Location: From Union Street to Mill Street Expected completion: Jersey Street will be closed for the remainder of the Grand Junction Plaza construction. Project: Grand Junction Plaza Location: The parking lot west of Union Street and south of Main Street Expected completion: The gravel parking lot on the east end of Park Street is permanently closed as the Grand Junction Plaza is moving into the construction phase. Parking is available on the west end of Park Street. Project: East Street extension Location: East Street is being extended north from 196th Street to Ind. 38. Utility relocations are ongoing. Project: Natalie Wheeler Trail Location: On Union Street between Mill and Jersey streets. Expected completion: Closed during construction of the Grand Junction Plaza, estimated completion in 2021. Project: Winter weather updates: Location: The City of Westfield will provide winter weather updates affecting local roads throughout the winter. For the updates, follow the @travelwestfield on Twitter or the City of Westfield Facebook page. NOBLESVILLE AND NORTH Project: Road rehabilitation Location: A 3-mile stretch of 236th Street will be closed for two separate phases for road rehabilitation. The first phase is from west of Devaney Road to east of Tollgate Road. This phase has reopened. The second phase is from west of Deming Road to west of Devaney Road. Expected completion: The second phase is expected to begin in the spring. FISHERS Project: 146th Street at Ind. 37 Location: All left turn lanes are restricted on Ind. 37 and on 146th Street with traffic moved to the interior lanes. Through traffic and right turns on Ind. 37 and 146th Street will remain open. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes for all left turn access.
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To encourage redistricting reform, the League of Women Voters of Indiana will present a three-part documentary series about redistricting reform and voter ELECTION suppression in Indiana. The series, which is presented online and free to the public, also will feature Q&A sessions with panelists after each presentation. The first documentary in the series aired Jan. 28. Called “The Fight to Vote,” the documentary was by Robert Gre-
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TMap seeks to bring talented workers back to Indiana By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Indiana Economic Development officials want to have its best and brightest who might have taken jobs out CHAMBER of state to return to the workforce in Indiana. That’s where TMap comes in, said Michael Rutz, co-founder and executive vice president. Indianapolis-based TMap’s mission is to build talent pipelines. “In Indiana, we are basically approaching a period of time where we are going through a contracting labor pool,” Rutz said Jan. 21 to a virtual Westfield Chamber of Commerce gathering. “It’s supposed to happen this year or next year. Our population is going to start declining in the late 2020s. We are basically looking at 20 to 30 years of flat population growth. How can a community build a real talent-attraction program and then make it real and make these individuals marketable to companies?”
Rutz said people who attended high school or college in Indiana would likely have more affinity for the state and be more likely to return for work than those with no connections. Rutz said TMap started going through college databases to find alumni who might want to return. Encouraged by Purdue University President Mitch Daniels, TMap started with Purdue. TMap then went to Notre Dame, Ball State, Marian University and Rose-Hulman, among other institutions. “We started to build a pipeline of individuals who raised their hand, demonstrated an interest of returning to the state and working,” Rutz said. TMap then started sharing the information with companies and communities as a way to build a talent-attraction program. Rutz said TMap then sought to see if it could create a database of high school students. For more, visit tmap.com.
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DISPATCH Humane Society releases 2020 numbers – The Humane Society for Hamilton County recently released its numbers for 2020. The HSHC had an intake of 3,223 cats and dogs during 2020 and 2,181 of those animals were adopted. The HSHC team reunited 445 lots pets with their families, and the HSHC received 574 animals from other Indiana shelters. The HSHC’s Survivor Program funds lifesaving and emergency medical care to animals in need, and in 2020, it provided services for 1,440 animals. Canines spent 174 days in training with Paws & Play and PetSuites. For more, visit hamiltonhumane.com.
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Hamilton County Tourism hopes unique business offerings encourage residents to celebrate Valentine’s Day locally By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com The COVID-19 pandemic has financially damaged many businesses, especially in the hospitality industry. But it’s also led to a slate of unique offerings for Valentine’s Day. Hamilton County Tourism has partnered with local businesses throughout the county to offer packages, discounts, fun date ideas for couples, family outings and more for Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14. One such offering includes a package deal with Cambria Hotel and Chiba, a Japanese restaurant, in Westfield. “All facets of the hospitality industry, whether that’s hotels, restaurants, casinos, even Birdie’s miniature golf, we all have been hit hard by COVID,” Cambria Hotel Westfield Director of Corporate Sales Robin Turner said. “We all have had to think outside the box and change our business models.” Prior to the pandemic, Cambria Hotel Westfield hadn’t offered Valentine’s Day specials or packages because it has typically been sold out due to tournaments at Grand Park or corporate events. But this year, the hotel is partnering with Chiba to offer 20 percent off standard hotel rates, free delivery of a romantic dinner from Chiba, a heated indoor pool and a bar. “We are right here on the grounds of Grand Park, so typically in the past we were always busy during the weekends with tournaments and during the week with corporate travelers,” Turner said. “Tournaments have resumed, but there’s still an opportunity for more (business). Hence, the Valentine’s Day package. We are promoting a ‘staycation’ to local families just to be able to say we know it’s still COVID, but here’s a way to celebrate. “You can have a romantic dinner delivered to the hotel, so if you’re nervous about going to restaurants, they are still being socially distanced and putting revenue back into the local economy.” Turner said Cambria Hotel Westfield began promoting “staycations” in fall of 2020 to cater to local families.
Cambria Hotel Westfield is partnering with Chiba to offer a “staycation” package to local families during Valentine’s Day weekend. (Submitted photo)
“Pulling out all the stops” Hamilton County Tourism President and CEO Brenda Myers said the tourism organization’s partners have gone above and beyond with their creative ideas. “We have always had creative partners, but everybody has pulled out all the stops, and it was really fun to see and really fun to talk to my spouse and say, ‘Which one of these do you want to do?’” Myers said. “It’s nice to have something to look forMyers ward to.” Myers said despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Hamilton County Tourism planned to ramp up marketing for Valentine’s Day because President’s Day weekend and Valentine’s Day weekend coincide, and Valentine’s Day is on a weekend
rather than a weekday. “We got excited and hopeful, not knowing at the time whether we would be locked down or coming out of it, but we are coming into a more positive direction with the pandemic,” Myers said. “So, I think everybody’s hopeful. And the other thing is, unlike the other holidays, this holiday can be done with your (immediate) family, with your bubble, and how we could promote the fact that you could really have a safe, bright spot in the middle of winter was really important to us. Our partners have been really creative. They have come up with some wonderful, affordable, accessible ways to take a break from all of the stress and really get out there safely and enjoy the holiday. “It’s not only a mental break for our residents, it’s also another way to help our local businesses make it through this winter. I think the planets must have aligned with this one because of the weekend and when it is.”
SOME VALENTINE’S DAY OFFERINGS AROUND HAMILTON COUNTY Organization: Nickel Plate Arts Offering: Take-Out Date Night Kits. Kit reservations have a pickup on or around Feb. 9. Three types of ‘adult’ kits, separated by price point ($60, $100, $150) and one kid/ family kit ($25) will be offered. How to order: nickel-plate-arts.square.site/ product/valentine-s-day-take-out-date-nightkits/3438?cs=true&cst=custom
Organization: City of Fishers Offering: From 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 13, Fishers will conduct a community Heart Hike event at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve, 10410 Hague Rd., to celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Heart Hike scavenger hunt, a free cup of hot cocoa and a campfire.
Organization: Noblesville Books & Brews and Moonshot Games Offering: Valentine’s Day “Couples Play” Package. Moonshot Games partnered with Books & Brews in Noblesville to offer a $40 play/food/drink package that includes choice of one of the most popular two-player games; a 60-second howto-play video; an appetizer and two entrees from Books & Brews; and a mix-and-match six-pack from Books & Brews. How to order: moonshotgamestore.com
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Commentary by Terry Anker Margaret Thatcher, former British prime minister and closest international confidant and ally of President Ronald Reagan, often referred to them as the “loyal opposition.” Of course, she was describing the members of her rival political party. Those were the good people who spent most of their day attacking her personally and her policies tirelessly. Was she likely a fan? Probably not. Although her cabinet was not well regarded by the mostly wealthy men who opposed her from the liberal Labor Party, Thatcher knew that they remained, above all, “loyal” to their oath to England above their self-interest. The Crown ruled, just as it had done for centuries. Everyone agreed. With March Madness approaching, we all take sides. Joe is a Purdue fan and Jill loves IU. OK. They must have their reasons. But what if Joe hates Jill for her transgression? And what if Jill works to punish Joe for his support of the Black & Gold? Take up arms! Buy profane T-shirts meant to offend! Cover the family wagon with bumper stickers, not in support of the home team, but in an attempt at bold affront to theirs! Jill will cheer for any team that is playing Purdue. Run them off the court! Joe feels the same, his hatred for all things Cream & Crimson fills his heart and the pages of his Facebook account. So, what of the “loyalty” to our fine state and to our fellow Hoosiers? Could we temper our contempt by constraining it to those outings where our team is confronted with them on the field? Do we have to express our animus endlessly? Sure, wave the flag for the alma mater. Yet, is their abject destruction really to our benefit? Shared power disrupts corruption. Absolute power, well, we all know the rest.
Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@ youarecurrent.com.
An introvert’s night out Commentary by Danielle Wilson Longtime readers will know that I fully embrace my introvert self. I take no shame in Irish goodbyes, consistently HUMOR decline social engagements and love few things more than reading a trashy Nora Roberts’ novel alone in the wonderfully reclusive confines of my bedroom. That said, even I am beginning to long for a return to the pre-pandemic days of restaurants and parties and people (please note that this wistfulness does not apply, and will never apply, to hugging, because that kind of personal-space invasion is downright loathsome). So, when my brother-in-law and his wife invited us for chili to celebrate Doo’s birthday, 80 percent of me was truly excited to go. Their entire household had already had COVID-19 at Thanksgiving. It was a Saturday and I literally had nothing else to do except grade history papers on the pros and cons of the ’50s. Blecht. Bring on the beans and chocolate cake!
Honestly, the evening was delightful. Besides the obvious benefit of having a legitimate reason to shower and apply mascara, I was able to engage in face-to-face conversations with real human beings and enjoy a hearty meal in a comfortable space that wasn’t my own house, classroom or minivan. Was I ready to leave a full hour before we actually did? Yes. Nine o’clock calls to me with the sweet voice of a lover regardless of my location. And was I utterly exhausted by the time we returned home? Of course. Social interaction drains me to my very core. But was indulging a brief return to normalcy worth it? Absolutely. Even this introvert is hoping for a swift end to isolation. Peace out.
Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at info@youarecurrent.com.
Besides the obvious benefit of having a legitimate reason to shower and apply mascara, I was able to engage in face-to-face conversations with real human beings and enjoy a hearty meal in a comfortable space that wasn’t my own house, classroom or minivan.
Editor, I readily admit I hate wearing a face mask. It’s uncomfortable, unflattering and fogs up my glasses. However, I wear it because the alternative is worse — contracting COVID-19. From reports of family and friends who have had the virus, it’s nothing I or anyone else wants to contract. Most businesses these days require customers to wear a mask before entering. I’m learning that’s where the vigilance ends. Once inside the business, people pull their masks down under their noses, below their chins or remove them altogether, all with no impunity from the proprietors. Are people aware that they can breathe the COVID-19 droplets in or out through their noses? Why would anyone risk such a deadly disease in the name of fashion, inconvenience, or worse, political expediency? To everyone who cavalierly wears their mask where it will do no good, I beg you, pull up your mask! You will be safer and so will those around you. Pamela Jackson, Noblesville
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Being stuck at home due to COVID-19 creates opportunities to tackle household issues you wouldn’t normally HUMOR have time for. I spent some time last weekend arranging my shelved books in alphabetical order. The Dewey Decimal System was no longer working for me (if you’re under 50, please Google it). Mary Ellen had her own project. The annoyance could be ignored no longer: Most of our Tupperware lids didn’t fit or were missing. I knew there was a problem. Almost every leftover in our refrigerator is in a pastel-colored plastic container with a piece of Reynolds Wrap over it. I think this is the reason my mouth waters whenever I see aluminum foil. The lid dilemma is my fault. I always put the Tupperware tops in the bottom dishwasher rack, and an hour later the results look like a Salvador Dali clock. Years ago, a lady in Fort Wayne had potato chips that looked like famous people. One of our Tupperware lids looks like Mick Jagger.
Tupperware’s inventor made the same mistake the Heinz people once made. Not to mention the Bic Pen people. And many toothpaste companies. Tops should always be attached. I’m glad the people at American Standard attach the lid to the seat, or men like me who are always losing things would spend the first half of the day looking for the TV remote, then divide up the next 12 hours between the cellphone and toilet topper. “Mary Ellen, have you seen the lid to the toilet seat?” “Did you misplace it again? When was the last time you used it?” “This morning, after I brushed my teeth.” “Well, it must be there. Did you put it down somewhere? Never mind. You never put it down.” Back to my wife’s project of trying to match container parts. “Why are you even bothering, Mary Ellen? Just throw out the misfits. We’ll buy new Tupperware.” “Dick, what an odd position to take for a man whose bottom dresser drawer is storing 11 solo socks without a mate.”
(“Few things are harder to put up with than the annoyance of a good example.” — Mark Twain) “Mary Ellen, what’s that hint of orange in all these containers?” “That’s just marinara sauce stains that won’t come out.” “Well, if all those containers are stained and ugly, you really should throw them out. What good are they?” “Boy, that sock analogy still hasn’t sunk in, has it?” It reached the point where I couldn’t stand it anymore. The shuffling and rattling were disturbing my Sunday nap, so I marched into the kitchen. “Mary Ellen,” I implored, “can’t you stop this silliness for an hour and do something else?” She told me to put a lid on it.
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All about wounds: The difference between acute and chronic Commentary by Dr. David Sullivan A wound can be categorized in two ways: acute or chronic. A specific event is usually the cause of an acute FOOT HEALTH wound, and this type of wound usually heals without delay. A chronic wound, however, is persistent. It can last a month or longer. Never delay your response to a wound. You should always seek medical attention if any of the following criteria are met:
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Nothing’ (in February 2020) and ‘Pride & Prejudice,’ I have found a lot of similarities between Hero and Jane. They are two women who fall in love at first sight and receive proposals. They each have their own unique personalities, but the similarities are uncanny, so when the opportunity arises to play another character who is the polar opposite, I am so excited. “Miss De Bourgh is the absolute furthest away you could get from Jane, and although she’s on stage for only a couple of scenes, they are the most fun.” The production of “Pride & Prejudice” will be streamed live from The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel at 7 p.m. on Feb. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27. An on-demand option will be available for viewing starting Feb. 14. The production is Masterson’s second appearance in “Pride & Prejudice,” having performed in it at Ball State University. “While my best friend was cast as Jane, I was cast as her nemesis Caroline Bingley, another polar opposite of Jane,” the Carmel High School graduate said. “Caroline was snarky and crude, but Jane is kind, sweet and a great person to be around. Funny enough, Emily Rogge Tzucker, Civic’s director of ‘Pride & Prejudice,’ was the dialect and movement coach for that production. That was the first time we had ever worked together, and I am so glad I get to work with her again.” Tzucker also directed “Much Ado About Nothing” for Civic last year. “It was so nice to be in rehearsal with her again,” Masterson said of Tzucker. “She was my professor at Ball State, and it was so nice to be around someone who taught me so much. During my junior year, Emily’s class was the one where I finally gained confidence in my acting abilities. She is
a wonderful role model, and if she directs another show at Civic, you better believe I’m going to be in that audition room.” Megan Tiller, a Zionsville resident, portrays Lizzy Bennet. “Lizzy has been a dream and honor to bring to life,” Tiller said. “She beats to her own drum, despite what society expects and I really admire that.” This is Tiller’s first time working on “Pride & Prejudice.” “I love Kate Hamill’s adaptations of dramatic works and Emily Tzucker’s direction,” Tiller said. “I think our audiences will be surprised and tickled by this take on ‘Pride & Prejudice.’” Tiller, a 2016 Zionsville Community High School graduate, said she began her love for Civic Theatre through the Junior Civic Program and Act One in the fifth grade when Civic was located at Marian University. She then moved on to the Young Artists Program through high school. “During that time, I performed in over seven productions. ‘Pride & Prejudice’ marks my eighth show on the Civic stage, and I couldn’t be more excited,” she said. “I have been performing for as long as I can remember. I started out taking dance lessons at The Village Dance Studio, and the rest is history. I just recently graduated from Ball State University in the BFA Musical Theatre class of 2020. I don’t plan on stopping anytime soon.” Like the cast, Carmel resident Tzucker is glad to have a show despite having to wear face masks and practicing social distancing. “The challenges in no way match our excitement to bring our community a piece of theater during this unprecedented time,” she said. “We have worked hard to create a safe space for our actors and artists that will allow our TE audience to feel like they are in the theater. The cast is a fantastic group.” For more, visit civictheatre.org/p-and-p.
Carly Masterson performs as Jane and Miss De Bourgh in Civic Theatre’s production of “Pride & Prejudice.” (Submitted photo)
Actors Theatre of Indiana “Alabama Story,” a 2019 production of Actors Theatre of Indiana at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, will be available for streaming purchase through Feb. 14. Cost is $35. For more, visit atistage.org. ‘Jazz Talk’ “Jazz Talk: The Standards of Jazz” will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 9 in a free informal discussion through Zoom. The discussion features saxophonist Todd Williams and Doug Tatum, vice president of programming at the Center for the Performing Arts. To register, visit thecenterpresents.org. Civic Theatre Civic Theatre will present “Pride & Prejudice” as a livestream from The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing arts in Carmel at 7 p.m. on Feb. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27. An on-demand option will be available starting Feb. 14. For more, visit civictheatre.org.
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Must be word and outlook proficient and have experience preparing pleadings and transactional documents. Well organized is a must. Law firm experience required. 20-30 hours a week. Flexible hours. Some work from home is acceptable. Respond with resume in confidence to penkamp33@gmail.com.
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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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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 more than an Office Manager, we are looking for someone 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 office operations; 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 an incoming project and day to day office functions. TO APPLY Clevernest Inc. 240 W. Carmel Drive Carmel IN 46032 tom@clevernest.com; 317-688-8100; www.clevernest.com
Clevernest is a growing company servicing homebuilders, architects, and residential clients throughout central Indiana, as an Anderson 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, and day to day warehouse, inventory, and field supervision. APPLY AT Clevernest Inc. 240 W. Carmel Drive In 46032 tom@clevernest.com, 317-688-8100 www.clevernest.com
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.
February 9, 2021
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2021 VIRTUAL TEACHERS RECRUITMENT FAIR Elementary: Monday, March 1 Secondary: Tuesday, March 2 5:00-7:00pm
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To RSVP and for questions: mmartin@msdwt.k12.in.us WHY MSDWT? International Baccalaureate • Teaching at all grade levels! Competitive Salary • $45,000 beginning teacher salary & full benefit package! 8550 Woodfield Crossing Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46240
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ESSENTIAL WORKERS NEEDED FORKLIFT OPERATORS Starting @ $17.50hr Benefits after 30 days PTO and Vacation after 90 days Bi-weekly Incentive Program 401k matching after 1 year Call 765-482-2653 to apply www.uscold.com
DOG WALKER/PET SITTER Seeking experience. mature person to walk dogs and care for cats. Flexible, part time work. Apply at: www.FetchPetCare.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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International Montessori School, Inc. 2150 West 96th Street Indianapolis, IN 46260 (317) 575-8733 www.intlmontessori.com
Please call to schedule a PRIVATE SCHOOL TOUR Now Enrolling Preschool, Kindergarten & Lower Elementary Students For Fall 2021-2022 School Year A unique and warm place for children ages 3-9 years providing quality Montessori education, including exposure to diverse cultures, languages, art, music, and more.
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