February 21, 2023 — Westfield

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Plans by a developer to build 77 townhomes in Westfield will now head to the Westfield City Council after being preliminary approved by a planning board earlier this month.

HOUSING

The city’s Advisory Plan Commission has forwarded a favorable recommendation to the council to amend the Grand Park Village PUD, or planned unit development, for the project known as the Townes at Grand Park Village. The proposed development by Fischer Homes will be built on nearly 7 acres south of 186th Street and east of Kinsey Avenue.

Plans about the project were initially shared with the council in December, when a representative on behalf of the company indicated the anticipated price of the townhomes would be approximately $450,000. The APC approved a favorable recommendation for the Grand Park Village PUD amendment to the city council during its Feb. 6

meeting.

In other business, the APC approved a de-

Townhome development heads to council Lane seeks at-large council seat

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

An executive at IU Health is among the individuals who have filed for an at-large seat on the Westfield City Council.

ELECTION

Gary Lane, who is executive director of statewide lab business operations at IU Health, filed as a Democrat in the at-large council race that has two open seats in the 2023 municipal election. Lane will be challenged by Kurt Wanninger, Chad Huff or Brian Tomamichel, who are vying for the Republican nomination in the May 2 primary election.

“I’m proud to call Westfield home,” Lane said. “We intentionally chose Westfield when we were deciding where on the

northside we wanted to live when moving here over six years ago. We considered all the usual suspects. Westfield was the place where we instantly felt comfortable and wanted to raise our family.”

Lane has more than 20 years of experience working with many Fortune 500 companies.

“My work history has built my skills in operations, project and strategic management,” Lane said.

“I know how to navigate complex topics in complex institutions with many stakeholders. I believe my core skills of listening to understand and applying analytical rigor to a problem will be a tremendous benefit to the city council.”

Lane said his business operations background will lead him to make data-driven decisions, if elected.

tailed development plan for a 5,600-squarefoot McDonald’s restaurant at 15101 Thatcher Lane. APC member Victor McCarty said the project is a remodel of the restaurant that was also approved by the city’s Board of Zoning Appeals last year.

The APC also approved a detailed development plan of a 11,572-square-foot building for PetSuites Westfield at 17502 Carey Rd. McCarty said the project was first approved by the BZA last April.

“Ultimately, the city council is responsible for helping to set the direction for Westfield well into the future amid many unknown variables,” Lane said. “It’s critical to have a plan and a strategy that gives constituents something they can weigh in on and hold officials accountable against.”

Lane and his wife, Becky, who owns Becky the Bakester, have two sons.

“I’m running because I want the best for Westfield and feel I have the skills to help achieve it,” Lane said. “I am ready to put in the work necessary to listen to citizens and bring about an even better Westfield for all of us.”

For more on Lane’s campaign, visit garyforwestfield.com. Information can also be found on Facebook at facebook.com/gary4westfield and on Twitter at twitter.com/ Gary4Westfield.

The views of the columnists in Current in Westfield are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.

A rendering of townhomes within the Townes at Grand Park Village development. Fischer Homes has proposed bringing 77 townhomes to Westfield south of 186th Street and east of Kinsey Avenue. (Photo provided by city of Westfield)

COMMUNITY

DISPATCHES

City votes to join economic development group – City leaders in Westfield are joining the Central Indiana Regional Development Authority, an organization meant to foster collaboration among entities and apply for grant funding for regional projects. Officials approved the matter during its Feb. 13 meeting in a 6-0 vote after initially tabling it in September amid concerns about potential costs the city would incur. Other Hamilton County cities such as Carmel, Fishers and Noblesville are already members of the Central Indiana RDA.

Students named to chancellor’s, dean’s lists – The following students from Westfield have earned chancellor’s or dean’s list honors for the fall 2022 semester at Indiana University-Kokomo: Elaina C. Anderson, Eden Greer Combs, Mikayla Rose Crabtree, Zoe B. Evans, Evan Hassett, Breanna Koester, Emma Elizabeth Novak, Alexander Parra Andrade and Brooke Aline Rundle.

Melt the Trail 5K slated for Feb. 25 – Westfield Welcome will host the ninth annual Melt the Trail 5K event Feb. 25 at Grand Junction Brewing Co., 1189 E. 181st St., Westfield. The event begins at 10:30 a.m. Participants will be able to redeem drink tickets, purchase food and enjoy music and arcade games at the brewery. The taproom is kid and dog friendly. Registration is $40. Packet pickup will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. Feb. 23 at Riverview Health Westfield Hospital, 17600 Shamrock Blvd. and on race morning at Grand Junction Brewing Co. For registration or more details, visit meltthetrail.com.

Applications open for UWCI pitch contest – Nonprofits interested in winning funding from United Way of Central Indiana by showcasing their innovative ideas can now apply to compete at an April pitch contest. At Propel, human services organizations will pitch their ideas on how to reduce barriers for those from under-resourced communities or asset-limited backgrounds. The event is open to nonprofits serving residents in Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Marion, Morgan or Putnam counties. Interested nonprofits can apply by submitting a letter of interest and a five-minute video about their project or idea by Feb. 27. Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of community leaders. Finalists will make their pitches live April 27 with a location for the event to be announced at a later date. For more information or to apply, go to uwci.org/propel.

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Judge: Commercial courts improve efficiency

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A Hamilton County Superior Court judge says the county’s commercial courts are helping to resolve business and commercial disputes faster with more predictability.

GOVERNMENT

Hamilton County is one of 10 Indiana counties with a commercial court. Businesses can file their complaints in any of the commercial courts, but both sides must agree to participate.

Common cases include shareholder disputes, breach of contract, trade secrets, noncompete agreements, indemnification issues, unfair competition, securities, insurance disputes, environmental claims and antitrust cases. Hamilton County’s commercial court launched Jan. 1, 2021.

Jon Brown, who presides over Hamilton County Superior Court 2, is a former bankruptcy and commercial litigation attorney who took the bench in 2017. He said he understands how drawn-out and cumbersome complex litigation can be.

CURRENT Q&A

“Commercial courts help improve court efficiency and allow business and commercial disputes to be resolved quicker with more predictability,” Brown said. “Plus, the e-filing, e-discovery and video conferencing technologies help us come to resolutions faster. It’s really like playing open-hand euchre.”

Attorney Sean Clapp, who works for Fishers-based Clapp Ferrucci Attorneys at Law, was part of the original committee that helped the Indiana Supreme Court create commercial courts.

“The courts were too busy with nonbusiness-related cases to leave sufficient time to properly review and analyze complex business cases,” Clapp said. “These cases are much more document-intensive, so commercial court requires mandatory disclosures at the beginning of the case. It’s similar to the federal court system.”

Once a commercial case has been filed, parties must confer to discuss case management and create a plan to expedite the exchange of evidence between the parties. The case management conference with the court must occur within 45 days.

Getting to know Sharon Gleason

Sharon Gleason, a Zionsville resident, is president of Assistance League of Indianapolis, a nonprofit with several community outreach programs in central Indiana.

How did you become connected to the Assistance League?

I was introduced to Assistance League by a friend and neighbor. I attended a couple of fundraising events with her and her husband. I loved the mission of the organization and an ability to give back within my own community.

What do you enjoy most about the Assistance League?

The ability to give back, making a difference for children and adults in my community. I also love the friendships I have made.

What is your best habit?

Being organized. I am a list person!

What do you do when you’re creatively stuck?

I like to read and learn from others what inspires them. This helps me think of my own world in a different way.

Do you have a favorite meal in town?

Muldoon’s Irish Stew. Especially in the winter.

What is your favorite song, and why do you like it?

“Forever Young” by Rod Stewart. It reminds me of all the advice, wishes and dreams I have for my children and grandchildren.

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COMMUNITY

Lions Club accepting scholarship applications

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dents planning to attend trade or vocational schools.

EDUCATION

The Westfield Lions Club is accepting applications for four $2,000 scholarships that will be awarded to Westfield High School graduating seniors.

The scholarships include the Lester Tudor Memorial Scholarship for academic achievements and the Florence Benson Memorial Scholarship for combining community service and academic excellence. Two other scholarships, the Don Russel Career Development Scholarship and the Trade & Vocational School Scholarship, are for stu-

Besides the four scholarships, the Westfield Lions Club is working on appropriating funding for additional scholarships for students in the SOS, or Service over Self, Club. The SOS Club focuses on performing service work in the Westfield community. Applications for the scholarships are available through the Westfield High School guidance office. Applications will be received until March 27 with scholarship recipients being recognized by the Westfield Lions Club at a meeting in May.

WESTFIELD LIONS CLUB INDUCTS NEW MEMBER

OBITUARY

Hugh Belton, 79, passed away on February 5, 2023, surrounded by his family at home in Westfield, IN.

Hugh is survived by his wife, Jennifer Belton, his daughters Sarah Lutomski (Michael) and Julia Belton, and three grandsons. Hugh was preceded in death by his son, Noah Belton, and his parents, William and Julia Belton. A memorial service was held Friday, February 17 at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Carmel, IN, where a reception followed.

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The Westfield Lions Club recently inducted Cole McCulloch, center, as a new member. McCulloch with past District Gov. Dan Wilcox, left, and Lions Club member Jeff Schneider. The organization, which was founded in 1930, is the oldest service club in Hamilton County. (Photo provided by Westfield Lions Club)

Carmel High School swimmer regains form after summer set

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Carmel High School sophomore swimmer Lynsey Bowen showed her determination and resilience this season.

“She had a tough summer (in 2022),” Greyhounds swimming coach Chris Plumb said. “She got sick, but she came back and put in the work. She is just maturing as a person. To see her be here and swim like she did was just awesome.”

Bowen repeated as the 500-yard freestyle champion Feb. 11 in a state record time of 4 minutes, 42.81 seconds at the IHSAA girls swimming and diving finals at the IU Natatorium at IUPUI in Indianapolis. She won the 200 freestyle title in a time of 1:45.49.

“Last year, I tied the record (4:45.15) and this year I broke it, which felt really good to not be sharing the record,” she said of the 500 freestyle race. “I had two of my teammates in the 500 with Lexi (Ward) and

MEET LYNSEY BOWEN

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Alyssa (Street). I’m just so proud of them, they did so good. I’ve been swimming with Lexi (Ward) for 10 years and I’m just so glad we went 1-2.”

Bowen was fourth in the 200 freestyle in last year’s state meet.

“It felt really good,” she said. “I just tried to sprint as fast as I can and get my hand on the wall, work on my turns and

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underwaters.”

Bowen helped the Greyhounds capture their 37th consecutive state championship with a record 498 team points.

“I think this team is the best team I’ve ever been a part of,” Bowen said. “Everyone is so encouraging, and the meet was so much fun.”

Bowen said it took time to regain strength after being ill.

“I missed most of July and didn’t really swim anything at Summer Junior Nationals,” Bowen said. “I think I got back to mostly 100 percent at Winter Junior Nationals in December.”

Then she concentrated on improving.

“I worked on my stroke a lot and my turns,” she said. “Lexi and Alex Shackell have helped me so much with my technique and turns. I’m getting better and stronger every day in practice.”

Bowen’s sister, Kendra, is a former CHS swimmer who won the 200 freestyle in the state meet in 2019, her senior year. Kendra is a senior swimmer for Purdue University.

“I just always wanted to be like her, and I look up to her so much,” said Lynsey, whose mother, Renee, swam at Ball State University.

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Carmel High School sophomore Lynsey Bowen was a double winner at the state finals. (Photo courtesy of Luke Miller Photography)

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City launches crowdfunding campaign

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

The City of Westfield and the Westfield Fire Dept. have launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise funds to purchase three automated external defibrillators that will be placed at Grand Junction Plaza, Quaker Park along the Midland Trace and the Monon Trail.

FUNDRAISER

The AEDs are housed in a specifically designed, climate-controlled cabinet known as a SaveStation, which can tolerate extreme weather and is available to anyone in the immediate area. Use of the device does not require specialized training, officials said.

The City of Carmel already has SaveStations along the Monon Greenway, officials said.

City officials want to raise money to purchase three automated external defibrillators.

“Once people cross 146th Street along the Monon, we wanted to ensure we were consistent with what users know to look for,” WFD Chief Rob Gaylor said. “These AEDs will be accessible to the public and monitored 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.”

Mayor Andy Cook said the devices will play an important role.

“More and more people are coming to understand the importance of quick action when someone suffers a cardiac arrest and are more aware of how vital AEDs can be in saving lives when used quickly,” Cook said. “We know that our parks and trails continue to see increased usage, and it’s important that residents know there are safeguards in place to protect them.”

To donate to the crowdfunding campaign, visit crowdfunding.savestation.ca/ fundraisers/AEDs4Westfield/ or contact Westfield Welcome Director Kayla Arnold by emailing karnold@westfield.in.gov or call 463-214-1928.

(Photo courtesy of the City of Westfield)

Event to offer free financial aid help

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

New Season New Home The

ASSISTANCE

Financial aid professionals from across Indiana will be volunteering at 37 sites to assist College-bound students and their families in securing financial aid during College Goal Sunday at 2 p.m. Feb. 26.

The free program assists Indiana students in filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In Hamilton County, the event will be held at Westfield High School, 18250 N. Union St.

The FAFSA form is required for students to be considered for federal and state grants, scholarships and federal student loans at most colleges, universities and vocational/technical schools nationwide.

The FAFSA must be filed by the state of Indiana’s priority deadline of April 15 to guarantee state aid for those who qualify.

One of many reasons College Goal Sunday is so important, according to the initiative, is because many families perceive the form to be too complicated and time consuming to complete. In less than one afternoon during College Goal Sunday, students and their families can get free help and file the form.

“Indiana is first in the Midwest and fifth in the nation in providing need-based financial aid to Hoosier students. But students must file the FAFSA to claim those funds, which go a long way in making the costs of college manageable for students and families,” Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education Chris Lowery stated. “If you are considering education beyond high school, filing the FAFSA should be your first step, so you don’t leave money on the table. You don’t have to go it alone, either, as College Goal Sunday offers 1-on-1 help from financial aid experts.”

Students and parent(s) are encouraged to apply for their U.S. Department of Education FSA IDs at studentaid.gov before logging in to the event.

Volunteers will walk through the online form line-by-line and answer families’ individual questions as needed.

A complete list of sites is available and more information is available at CollegeGoalSunday.org.

POPULAR DESTINATION

Westfield Winter Market at West Fork Whiskey Co. a draw for vendors, visitors

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

Local vendors at the Westfield Winter Market are enjoying much success and drawing plenty of visitors since the indoor market season kicked off in early January.

The market, which is presented by the Downtown Westfield Association, runs from 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday at West Fork Whiskey Co., and features vendors selling items such as dog treats, handmade soaps, honey and baked goods. It continues to be popular with the public since the market began Jan. 7, said Steve Latour, CEO of the DWA and the Westfield Chamber of Commerce.

“I think the community’s excited about it. It’s something to do in the winter and it’s a great way to support the local vendors,” Latour said.

Latour said a winter market was previously held at the Westfield Lions Club in downtown Westfield, but when the pandemic began in 2020, a decision was made to halt the market. He added that one of the biggest benefits of the market is the ability to showcase Westfield while cross-promoting events and programs held by organizations such as Westfield Welcome.

Latour said the market allows people to come together and explore West Fork Whiskey Co., which opened to the public in September 2022. More than 900 people, including vendors, were a part of the market’s first weekend.

“I think it showcases the talent we have in the community with the local vendors, and really, West Fork Whiskey is just thrilled to have all these folks coming through and seeing their building for the first time,” Latour said. “So many people who have come through have never been here, so it’s been great, too, for exposure.”

Vendors such as Barbara Grider, who co-owns Happy Mutt Pet Bakery with her daughter, Melissa, are also receiving positive feedback from market visitors.

“This has been fantastic for the number of vendors who are interested, and customers just seem to be enjoying themselves, having a great time,” Grider said.

Happy Mutt Pet Bakery, which operates year-round, has enjoyed robust business by having a presence at the market, Grider said. It also participates in the DWA’s summer market and the Westfield Band Boosters craft fair, she added.

“I think it all becomes kind of circular, and we get the word everywhere, so our business has just increased exponentially,” Grider said. “The response from the public has been fabulous.”

Shanlin Murawski, who owns Savage Cake Artistry that is based in Avon, said the market has been great for her business, which has been in operation for three years and sells custom cookies and cakes. She is also appreciative of the community’s support.

“It means a lot to me because I can grow and hopefully someday have a storefront,” Murawski said.

Lazy Labs Bakery owner Katie Mack has also received positive responses from the public and said her Fishers-based business normally operates at the Fishers Farmers Market outdoors. However, she said the Westfield Winter Market has been good from a business perspective, noting that several customers have returned to pick up more homemade dog treats that Lazy Labs Bakery sells.

IF YOU GO

What: Westfield Winter Market

When: 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday through April 1

Where: West Fork Whiskey Co., 10 E. 191st St., Westfield

For more: downtownwestfieldindy.com/ winter-market

“It’s been a great season so far,” she said.

Latour also remains optimistic moving ahead as the winter market continues to be a destination for visitors and vendors. The winter market continues through April 1, with the summer market kicking off from 5 to 8 p.m. May 25 at Grand Junction Plaza.

“We’re really hoping to see these vendors there and the crowds continue to be big,” Latour said.

ON THE COVER: The Westfield Winter Market is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at West Fork Whiskey Co. in Westfield. (Photo by Adam Seif)

Lazy Labs Bakery owners Katie and Brian Mack were among the vendors at the Westfield Winter Market Feb. 4 at West Fork Whiskey Co. The market, which is from 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday, runs through April 1. (Photos by Adam Seif)

Hoosier Cookie Company owners Kristy and Stephanie Unton pause for a photo at the Westfield Winter Market Feb. 4 at West Fork Whiskey Co. The market, which is from 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday, runs through April 1.

Noblesville Bed Bath & Beyond store to close

By Matthew Kent matthew@youarecurrent.com

The Bed Bath & Beyond store in Noblesville at the Hamilton Town Center is among six Indiana stores that will close its doors as the retail chain continues to face financial woes.

BUSINESS

The Noblesville store at 14139 Town Center Blvd., Suite 800, was on the list targeted for closure by the New Jersey-based company. Stores in Avon, Bloomington, Lafayette, Fort Wayne and Valparaiso are also on the closure list recently released by the company.

In January, Bed Bath & Beyond announced it was exploring the possibility of filing for bankruptcy and recently announced that it secured about $1 billion in preferred stock and warrants to purchase the company’s common stock to pay off its debt.

“This transformative transaction will provide runway to execute our turnaround plan. We continue to put our customers at the center of every decision, positioning Bed Bath & Beyond to meet and exceed their expectations, while resetting our foundation for near- and long-term success,” stated Sue Gove, president and CEO of Bed Bath & Beyond. “We are optimizing our store fleet and supply chain and continuing to invest in our omni-always capabilities. This will enable us to better serve our customers, and grow profitably, by directing merchandise where and how they want to shop with us.

“We are also prioritizing availability of leading national and emerging direct-to-consumer brands our customers know and love. As we make important strategic and operational changes, we will continue to take disciplined steps to enhance our cost base and improve our financial position.”

The company said it plans to trim the total Bed Bath & Beyond stores it operates to approximately 360, in addition to about 120 buybuy Baby stores.

“In response to evolving shopping preferences today, this target store base includes the Company’s most profitable locations and best geographic presence for customers that can enable an optimal omni-experience,” the company stated in a release.

In January, Bed Bath & Beyond announced its Avon store, 10350 E. U.S. Highway 36, would be shuttered. The company has not indicated when the stores will be closed for good.

DISPATCHES

Hiring a tax professional — In most states, including Indiana, tax preparers do not have to meet any licensing standards, so you need to do your homework if you plan to hire a professional to do your taxes. Ask about any professional certifications, such as a CPA or Enrolled Agent. Find out what your recourse against the preparer is if you get audited and penalties are assessed. Finally, ask for references and check them out.

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Cryptocurrency risks — Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson wants to remind Hoosiers to be cautious about such investments. Common cryptocurrencies include Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin. Unlike tradi-

tional currency, these have no physical form and are not backed by tangible assets. They are not insured or controlled by any central authority and are subject to very little regulation. As a result, the potential for fraud is high. To learn more, visit IndianaMoneyWise. com.

Discounts that actually cost you money — Retailers have latched onto a way to offer giant percentages off that are mesmerizing to shoppers but are not what they seem. The pitch: You get a gigantic discount, typically up to 70 percent off, but the fine print notes that you get that discount only on a second or third of multiple similar items.

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The Bed Bath & Beyond store in Noblesville at the Hamilton Town Center is among five Indiana stores that will be closing its doors by the struggling retailer. (Photo by Adam Seif)

Personal Training at Any Age

By Carol L. Weesner, MD, Founder of Motion 4 Life Fitness

As a kid, exercise was child’s play – freeze tag, kick the can, playing baseball in the field with friends. Staying fit was easy, and we didn’t have to think about it.

As a practicing emergency medicine physician, I see patients daily who might not be in the emergency department if they had continued to exercise regularly. Yet, as people age it seems they are more reluctant to exercise despite a desire to be healthy enough to travel, garden, play with the grandkids, or live a longer, independent life.

How are your New Year’s resolutions working out so far? Only about 8% of those who make resolutions actually keep them. Here are some things I’ve learned in working with active adults that may help you start and maintain an ongoing exercise program:

Assess and Accept – Ask yourself what you truly want to be able to do and how you want to feel as you age. For example, do you want to enjoy injury free golf or tennis, recover quickly from an injury or

have more energy and strength for caregiving? Once you know how you want to live, accept that consistent, guided exercise is vital to this lifestyle.

Medical Clearance – Before beginning or restarting an exercise program, obtain clearance from your physician. It is important to share any restrictions with your personal trainer.

Accountability – Committing to a program with a friend, a spouse or personal trainer helps keep you on track and makes it fun. Without accountability, research shows gym visits become less frequent and ultimately stop.

Guidance - Many adults don’t know what specifically to do in a gym and therefore avoid joining. Even if you frequent a gym, at fifty-five or better your needs are different than when you were younger. Exercises you once relied on may not be appropriate for you.

Whether you are a beginner or someone returning to a regular exercise program, remember to take into account any injuries, medical conditions or even inflexibility. A professional personal trainer has the experience, knowledge and expertise to ensure your

workout is safe and appropriate.

Culture – Individuals who stick with their exercise program also find they enjoy going to their gym. Every gym has a unique atmosphere and culture. When visiting, note how you are greeted. Do you hear friendly conversations and words of encouragement? Does the staff call members by their names? Is the music appropriate and the facility clean? If you find a place you enjoy, it is likely you will attend more often because you feel comfortable.

Finally, decide today that you deserve to be physically able to live the active lifestyle you desire. You don’t need to go it alone. Professional, qualified personal trainers are waiting to guide, support and encourage you on your fitness journey.

…Understanding the increased importance of personal training as you age

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LEGAL NOTICE OF DUKE ENERGY INDIANA, LLC’S STANDARD CONTRACT RIDER NO. 50 PARALLEL OPERATION – FOR QUALIFYING FACILITY

DUKE ENERGY INDIANA, LLC (“Duke Energy Indiana”) hereby provides notice that on or around February 27, 2023, Duke Energy Indiana, in accordance with 170 IAC 4-4.1-10, will submit its Standard Contract Rider No. 50, Parallel Operation-For Qualifying Facility (“Standard Contract Rider 50”) to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (“Commission”) for approval under the Commission’s thirty-day administrative filing procedures and guidelines. This filing of Standard Contract Rider 50 provides the updated calculation of the standard offer rates for the purchase of energy and capacity for 2023. Standard Contract Rider 50 is available to all qualifying Duke Energy Indiana customers and is expected to be approved approximately thirty-days from the date of filing, unless an objection is made. Any objections may be made by contacting the Secretary of the Commission, or Randall C. Helmen with the Indiana Office of the Utility Consumer Counselor at the following addresses or phone numbers:

Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission 101 W. Washington St. Suite 1500 East Indianapolis, IN 46204-3407 317-232-2703

Duke Energy Indiana, LLC

By: Stan Pinegar

Not at your service?

“It’s not my job,” sneers the kid behind the counter. Perhaps, we think. But if not them, then who? OK, specialization leads to greater efficiency. Having the latte person make the Americano might slow down the entire production line leading to the kind of biblical chaos that was only known to readers of the Old Testament. Skinny-foam customers would likely get disproportional halves of “caf” to “decaf.” And some highly educated MBA’s vision of the perfect optimization of steps required to dispense coffee would be disrupted. Still, can’t we just get an extra cup?

As labor markets have tightened, the things that used to get done are now not happening. Young workers are scoring some of the lowest labor participation rates ever recorded. Older workers are retiring early as not before measured. And highly productive employees are self-reporting significant reductions in the amount of time they are putting into their jobs. Maybe it is a needed reset of expectations and demands. Maybe

The promise of technology might help to carry us along. Soon, we hope, some device will lift the shifted burdens. In the meantime, we’re left to manage our own beverages or learn to live without. As we are confronted with a new paradigm of service, can we come to accommodate the changes gracefully while clinging to the fundamental elements of civil interaction? Kind, respectful exchange still carries the day, in most cases. But conflict over increasing gaps in expectation between providers and customers may be a harbinger of a new age in human interaction. We just want an extra cup. Is it really that diffcult? Well, it might be.

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.

Out of sight, way out of mind

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

I’ve come to the realization that I may take the adage “out of sight, out of mind” a bit too seriously when it comes to my husband, Doo.

HUMOR

Case in point, his recent ski trip.

I knew he would be in Colorado and that he’d be meeting up with our older girlchild who’s at Colorado State University. And of course, I knew the exact day of his departure because I’d been dreaming for months about the five evenings of blissful solitude I’d be enjoying, filled with cozy frozen dinners for one in a perfectly tidy living room. Heaven was nigh!

Basically, since I wasn’t part of this vacation and because I was more excited to have Doo gone, his itinerary literally went straight from my inbox to deleted mail with no acknowledgement on my part.

But that’s about it. So, when our daughter called to ask for the Airbnb code, I could not help. And when my friends at work wondered where they were skiing, I responded, “Breckinridge? Veil? The Rockies?” I didn’t know the airline, if he was renting a car, nor that three of Doo’s buddies were going,

– DANIELLE WILSON

too. Basically, since I wasn’t part of this vacation and because I was more excited to have Doo gone, his itinerary literally went straight from my inbox to deleted mail with no acknowledgement on my part. He would be dead to me, and I couldn’t wait. But what if something had gone wrong? I would have been worthless to investigators had he suddenly disappeared or had a horrible accident. I’d have probably heard about the killer avalanche on the radio and turned the station. “Ooh, I love this song!”

Regardless, Doo has returned and my brief sojourn as a single lady is over. I still have no idea where he was, though. Out of sight, out of mind. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at info@youarecurrent.com.

Left to my own ‘devices’

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

Mary Ellen and I compete against each other every evening as we watch “Jeopardy!” I usually win because she is also playing sudoku and is only listening to the show. She doesn’t realize the closed-caption answers come up on the screen. When I hear a clue like, “It’s the highest point in South Dakota,” I yell out,

HUMOR

“What is Black Elk Peak?” Mary Ellen is impressed and asks, “How did you know that?” Her question would be easier to answer if I were willing to admit to cheating.

There’s more competition in our household. We have the following electronic devices plugged in: My Amazon Fire, Mary Ellen’s Kindle, my Apple Watch, her Fitbit, three Alexa Echoes and two iPhones. Oh, and a landline phone, which I seldom use. But you’d have to pry it from my cold, dead hands. I’m old school.

I purchased new hearing aids before the holidays. These incredible devices have changed my life, but not always for the better. They’re intended to interface with other electronic devices, which has caused a bidding war for my undivided attention.

When I’m jogging, for example, my cellphone might ring. I hear that ring through my hearing aids. After I dig the phone out of my sweatpants pocket, I select how I want to take the call: over my headset, through my hearing aids, on the speaker or holding the phone to my ear. Here I am, moving

at a blistering 3 mph, and I’m expected to make this decision on the run? Well, it’s not really a run, but still, it’s a blistering 3 mph. I know one thing: Whichever option I choose, the phrase, “Can you hear me now?” is bound to be said a dozen times during the call.

The other night I asked Alexa to play John Legend. My Apple Watch chimed in and said, “Sorry, to hear John Legend you must sign up for Apple Music.”

“I’m not talking to you,” I yelled at my wrist. Then I realized I should watch my tone because all the gadgets in my house are monitoring me. They know my most personal secrets. Best not to disrespect them.

Recently, one of my wife’s audio books for her monthly book club started coming though my hearing aids, and I couldn’t turn the sound off. I was doing the dishes, so I just kept listening. Later that week, I was the only person at the ladies’ book club who hated “Bridget Jones’s Diary.”

Yesterday, I asked Alexa what the weather would be like for the next week. She said, “I’m sorry, I can’t answer that question while you are driving.”

“I am not driving,” I hollered. “I am on my treadmill, going at the blistering speed of….”

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There’s more competition in our household. We have the following electronic devices plugged in: My Amazon Fire, Mary Ellen’s Kindle, my Apple Watch, her Fitbit, three Alexa Echoes and two iPhones. Oh, and a landline phone, which I seldom use. But you’d have to pry it from my cold, dead hands. I’m old school.

– DICK WOLFSIE

It’s not about the music in Carmel Community Players production

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Tanya Haas doesn’t want attendees to be misled by the title of Carmel Community Players’ upcoming production.

COMEDY

“Even though the title is, ‘The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940,’ it is not a musical. There is a little bit of singing as part of the plot, but it’s definitely a straight play,” Haas said.

Carmel Community Players’ production will run Feb. 24 to March 5 at the Ivy Tech Noblesville Auditorium.

The play takes place in an isolated mansion in the middle of a snowstorm. A group of performers and producers are cut off from the outside world with a deranged murderer, called the Stage Door Slasher, on the loose.

Haas, a Carmel resident, plays Helsa,. “She isn’t a major character in terms of stage time, but she is very important to the plot,” Haas said. “She tells everyone a bit about her life in the course of the show but is quite mysterious. One of the things I love about the role is also what is challenging about it, in that it’s a lot of physical comedy, which I love doing but my body doesn’t always love as I get older. I also have a German accent in the show, which I had thankfully been working on since appearing in a production of ‘The 39 Steps’ in 2021.”

Haas said the show is fun for the entire cast because the comedy is deliberately over the top.

“Not one character is meant to be subtle,” she said. “I think audiences will really enjoy it because it’s the type of show that just makes you laugh, and there’s really nothing serious about it all despite being a murder mystery.”

Zionsville resident Elizabeth Ruddell said she chose to direct the play because it is hilarious.

“There are many characters in it, and they are all bigger than life,’ Ruddell said. “I have seen this show many times before.

Each production brings something new to it. That’s why it is a joy to direct. There are challenges for the show, but it is not with the actors, all of whom are very talented and very funny. The challenge is the set, which holds many surprises for the audience. Be prepared to feel suspense and laugh. What a great combination.”

Noblesville resident Robert Fimreite plays Patrick O’Reilly.

Fimreite, 62, acted during his senior year in high school in Whitehall, Wis.

“I had to be talked into doing that, and then I took a 40-year hiatus,” Fimreite said. “I had a bucket list of things I wanted to do, and I wanted to do a show.”

In October 2018, Fimreite returned to

the stage as Lurch in Carmel Apprentice Theatre’s “The Addams Family” at The Cat in Carmel.

“Now, I’m doing three to four shows a year,” Fimreite said. “It’s been fun. It’s a great way to meet people and make new friends.”

Fimreite said he is performing his role with three different accents: Irish, New York City and German.

“That will be a challenge to me,” he said. “It’s been hilarious watching everyone develop their character.”

Fimreite agreed the show will be an audience favorite.

For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

‘FOOTLOOSE’

“Footloose” runs through March 26 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

‘THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK’

Civic Theatre presents “The Diary of Anne Frank” through Feb. 25 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

‘NEW WORLD DANCES’

The Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will present “New World Dances” Feb. 25-26 at The Florence at the Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre in Carmel. For more, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.

‘PROOF’

Mud Creek Players’ production of “Proof” runs through Feb. 25 at the Mud Creek Barn Theater in Indianapolis. For more, visit mudcreekplayers.org.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE

“National Geographic Live: Lindsay Zanno: T. Rex Rises” is set for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

LIVE AT THE CENTER

The Live at the Center series will feature the Katherine Nagy Trio with Tim Wright at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Tickets are $5 or register for a free livestream at thecenterpresents.org.

NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA OF UKRAINE

The Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine will perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 24 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts.

FLOYD NATION

Floyd Nation: Experience Pink Floyd, a tribute band, will perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts.

‘THE CAT IN THE HAT’

Civic Theatre will feature “The Cat in the Hat” Feb. 28 to March 4 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

Cast members of “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” are, front, from left, Tanya Haas, Kelly Keller, Jeffrey Haber; middle, from left, Hannah Janowicz, Eric Bowman, Eboni Wallace, Amber Roth; back, from left, Robert Fimreite, Sam Brown and Richelle Lutz. (Photo courtesy of Carmel Community Players)

JOHN WILLIAMS

CHS graduate to guest conduct

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Evan Cooper was ready to guest conduct Indiana Wind Symphony’s tribute to legendary film composer John Williams in September 2022.

But IWS Music Director Charles Conrad needed emergency eye surgery and the concert was postponed about 10 days before it was set. Now Cooper, a 2005 Carmel High School graduate and Franklin Central High School director of bands, will get a second shot as the IWS is set to present the Williams tribute at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 26 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

preparation — the focus, hours of practice, time spent on the study of the music. A unique sense of accomplishment and pride can be enjoyed by everyone in the room. Unfortunately, a canceled concert stifles the energy of the preparation. Fortunately, on the 26th, we’ll be able to finally unleash the music and play a great concert for those in attendance.”

Cooper

Cooper will conduct Harry Potter’s “Symphonic Suite” and “The Raiders March” from “The Raiders of the Lost Ark.”

“I’m thrilled to finally get to conduct these great works by such a great composer,” Cooper said. “Like John Williams’ music, there is building suspense and energy as an ensemble prepares for a concert. The excitement peaks at the performance where the ensemble lets loose all the energy spent in

SYMPHONY PALLADIUM

“I have very fond memories of watching Indiana Jones on his adventures when I was younger,” Cooper said. “My cousin and I would love wearing hats like his and diving around the living room furniture trying to escape the bad guys. It’s special to conduct the John WIlliams melodies, not only from the movies, but the soundtrack to many of my most fond memories.”

Conrad will direct the rest of the concert, which includes music from “Star Wars,” “Jaws,” “Superman” and “Schindler’s List.”

For more, visit indianawindsymphony.org.

Ukraine orchestra to visit

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

The Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine was booked in 2021 to play Feb. 24, 2023, at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

At the time, the Center for the Performing Arts president/chief executive officer Jeffrey McDermott said no one had any idea what that date would signify. Russia invaded Ukraine Feb. 24, 2022, igniting a war between the two nations.

“European orchestras are a staple of our classical programming at the Center, and those performances typically are booked years in advance,” McDermott said. “When we confirmed this show back in 2021, we had no reason to expect anything unusual. The coincidence of the date just seemed to confirm that this performance carried a special significance. We’re pleased that the show gave us an opportunity to partner with the local Ukrainian American community and the consulate in Chicago.”

The Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine, led by Theodore Kuchar, will perform at 8 p.m. Kuchar has been the artis-

tic director and principal conductor of the Ukraine orchestra since 1994.

McDermott said when the Center for the Performing Arts announced the 2022-23 season in the spring of 2022, Ukraine was the focus of the world’s attention.

Two nonprofit groups, the Ukrainian Society of Indiana and Indiana Supports Ukraine, will be in the lobby to share information about their efforts to celebrate Ukrainian culture and ship supplies to people living through a winter of war.

The concert will include works by Johannes Brahms, Edvard Grieg and Antonio Dvorák, with piano soloist Oksana Rapita

For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

Theodore Kuchar conducts The Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine. (Photo courtesy of the Center for the Performing Arts)

‘Ant-Man’ fun for the family

Commentary by Julieanna Childs

The new Ant-Man movie, “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” is the 31st in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the first of Phase Five, tagged the “Secret Wars,” with additional releases scheduled between 2024 and 2025.

outside of our space and time, a “Star Wars” vibe visual medley with creative life forms and droids. As they travel among rebels and allies, Janet’s secrets expose a connection that threatens to destroy them all.

MOVIE REVIEW

The movie kicks off with the return of Scott Lang/Ant-Man (Paul Rudd), Hope Van Dyne/Wasp (Evangeline Lilly), Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer) and Cassie (Kathryn Newton), Scott’s now 18-year-old daughter. The group returns to the Quantum Realm, facing down supervillain Kang the Conqueror (Jonathan Majors). Majors’ delivers a Darth Vadar-like, menacing performance of the outer world outlaw who originally made his debut in the comic book “Fantastic Four No. 19” in 1963. The character will have a more prominent role in the MCU’s upcoming projects, “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty” and “Avengers: Secret Wars.”

Janet is the film’s star, leading the costume-clad alliance in their journey through the Quantum Realm, a sub-atomic sphere

Rudd is entertaining in reprising his role of Scott, just your average divorced, nice guy superhero bug dad raising a talented teenage daughter. Cassie comes into her own, learning the ropes of honing the talent and traits inherited from her dad. Sadly, Hope/Wasp is given little influence in the quest; her character is primarily insignificant, reduced to reactionary one-liners of the other players.

Much like Cassie’s meta telescope that transports them into the Realm, “Quantumania” sucks you into the action and delivers a few surprises in a fantasy world of victory and vengeance.

During the past 14 years, Julieanna Childs has worked as a film studio representative, contracting for all the major Hollywood studios. Her film reviews can be found at TheJujuReview.com. She is a Hamilton County resident.

BEHIND BARS: NEW YORKER COCKTAIL

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Where’s Amy?

Amy Pauszek is a photographer, award winning film producer and scouting and casting associate for Talent Fusion Agency in Indianapolis. She can be reached at Amy@youarecurrent.com. To see more of her photos, visit currentnightandday.com.

Academy set to perform

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Carmel-based Nrityangan Kathak Academy has had to wait to stage its eighth annual showcase.

Where’s Amy attends Civic’s ‘Anne Frank’

Kathy Palmer (Westfield), left, and Carrie Rodriguez (Noblesville) attended Civic Theatre’s Feb. 10 opening night of “The Diary of Anne Frank.” Do not miss this incredible production with family and friends. The acting, set design and story are so powerful. The production runs through Feb. 25. For more, visit civictheatre.org or call 317-843-3800. (Photo by Amy Pauszek)

Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: Games: CHECKERS, CHESS, CLUE, MONOPOLY, RISK, SCRABBLE;

Languages: ENGLISH, FRENCH, GERMAN, ITALIAN, SPANISH; Buttons: ELEVATOR, PANTS, PHONE, SHIRT; Instruments: CELLO, DRUM, VIOLIN; Flavors: COOKIE DOUGH, SMORES; Animal: DAIRY COW

DANCE

The academy’s showcase is set for 4 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Pike Performing Arts Center, 6701 Zionsville Rd., Indianapolis. Doors to the auditorium will open at 3:30 p.m. for the free showcase.

The performance is the first since February 2020, which was presented just before the COVID-19 lockdown began, the academy’s founder/director Anindita Sen said. The academy’s studio is inside Sen’s Carmel house.

Special dances this year include collaborations with area artists. Sen said the academy is partnering with saxophonist George Wolfe, professor emeritus of Ball State University’s department of music, and Amudhan Venkateswaran on the Indian drums called tabla.

“Together with them we are presenting Kathak to a well-known jazz piece in a true fusion manner,” Sen said. “This is the first

time that anyone has attempted Kathak to ‘Take 5.’ We are also collaborating with my student Rasitha Jayasekare from Sri Lanka, who has trained in Kandyan dance form while growing up in that country, in our attempt to present a Kathak Kandyan fusion dance for the very first time.”

There are 54 students participating, ranging in age from 6 to almost 60. The majority of students are from Carmel, Zionsville and Fishers. Some are from Muncie, Crawfordsville and the south side of Indianapolis.

For more, visit indykathak.com.

Mullen earns role in ‘Five Points’

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Hamilton Southeastern Junior High eighth-grader Jackson Mullen had the time of his life. Mullen, 13, attended a Discovering Broadway master class with Sierra Boggess in the fall of 2022 and ended up being selected to participate in Discovering Broadway’s “Five Points” concert, which was presented Feb. 10 at Madame Walker Legacy Center in Indianapolis.

Carmel resident Josh Kaufman sang a number as P.T. Barnum. This was his first experience with Discovering Broadway, which was founded by 2012 Carmel High School graduate Joel Kirk.

PERFORMANCE

“This experience has been the best thing to be with all these amazing actors and singers,” Mullen said. “I’m so honored. Indiana is such a great place.”

Mullen was thrilled to work with Jessie Mueller, who won a Tony award for “Beautiful.” Aisha Jackson, who played Anna in “Frozen,” was another cast member. She was the first Black woman to play Anna on Broadway.

“I went to New York when I was 9 and saw her as Anna, and I got a picture with her,” Mullen said. “I thought it was cool that now I get to work with her.”

Mullen

“It was interesting because going into it, all I had was the song that I was doing,” Kaufman said. “It was a little bit of discovering for me, and all of us as well.”

“Five Points” is set in New York in 1863 during the Civil War. It follows Willie Lane, a young Black performer, and John Diamond, an Irish immigrant and dancer.

This is the first time Kaufman, winner of Season 6 of “The Voice” in 2014, appeared in the incubation process for a production. A team has been working on “Five Points” for several years.”

“It was fun to do that,” said Kaufman, who played the title role of “Pippin” on Broadway in 2014. “I have such a broad range of music interest, so it’s nice to put yourself in a different style and try something different.”

Kirk said it was exciting to see all 900 seats filled.

For more, visit discoveringbroadway.org.

Jean Boschee (Westfield) with granddaughter Taylor Wilhelm (Westfield).

From left, Sean Sullivan (Westfield), Caroline Bridges (Westfield) and Amy Sullivan (Westfield).

Carmel-based Nrityangan Kathak Academy performs North India dances. (Photo courtesy of An

Blueprint for Improvement: Contemporary kitchen in Carmel

Commentary by Larry Greene

Built in 1980 in Carmel’s Cedar Point neighborhood, this home’s original kitchen was ready for a remodel to improve form, function and flow.

THE BLUEPRINT

• The existing peninsula was removed to improve flow and infuse the space with light.

• An island was added to increase functionality for the homeowner, an avid baker.

• Caesarstone Misty Carrara countertops were used on the perimeter cabinets, and Bianco Paradiso granite was used to accent the island.

• White upper cabinets combined with a light backsplash resulted in an airy and open feel, while base cabinets in a warmer wood tone help to ground the space.

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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Project generally includes road reconstruction, milling, resurfacing, full depth patching, maintenance of traffic, and striping various thoroughfares and residential streets throughout the City of Westfield.

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Sealed proposals for 196th Street Reconstruction Project will be received by the City of Westfield, Indiana, at the Westfield Public Works Building, 2706 E. 171st Street, Westfield, Indiana, 46074 until 11:00 a.m., local time, on Friday, March 3, 2023. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bids received later than the above time and date will be returned unopened. No conditional bids will be considered.

The project generally includes roadway reconstruction, roadway resurfacing, grading, installation of ditching and pipes, traffic signal at East Street, pavement markings, signs, and maintenance of traffic for Grassy Branch Road and 196th Street in the City of Westfield.

Bids shall be properly and completely executed on the Proposal Form obtainable at the office of the Owner. Each bid shall be accompanied by Form 96 Contractor’s Bid for Public Works, including NonCollusion Affidavit as prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, completely filled out, signed, and notarized as required by the statutes of the State of Indiana, Section III of Part II of Form 96 titled “Contractor ’s Financial Statement,” and acceptable bid security. The bid security shall be a certified check made payable to the Owner or satisfactory bond by an incorporated surety company in good standing and qualified to do business in the State of Indiana in an amount equal to 5% of the bid, said deposit being for the purpose of ensuring the execution of the contract for which bid is made. Any bid not accompanied by the above required items shall be deemed to be a non-responsive bid by the Owner.

No consideration for escalation on prices can be considered; therefore, contractors are advised to not include any such escalation clauses in their proposal for this project.

The Contractors to whom work is awarded shall be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, and they shall be acceptable to the City of Westfield, Indiana.

No bidder may withdraw their proposal within a period of 60 days following the date set for receiving bids. The City of Westfield, Indiana reserves the right to retain the three lowest bid proposals for a period of not more than 90 days, and said proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said time. The City of Westfield, Indiana further reserves the right to waive informalities and to award the contract to the lowest and most responsible bidder or bidders, all to the advantage of the City of Westfield, Indiana, or to reject all Proposals.

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Visiting the City of David

Commentary by Don Knebel

In our continuing tour of Israel and the Palestinian Territories, we come to Jerusalem, an ancient city important to Jews, Christians and Muslims. Today we will visit a site that some archaeologists believe goes back to the time of biblical King David.

TRAVEL

According to the Bible, David captured Jerusalem from the Jebusites in the 10th century B.C., and made it the capital of a kingdom uniting the 12 Tribes of Israel. People today probably imagine Jerusalem at the time as a great city, reflecting their view of David’s United Monarchy. However, most scholars believe that David’s Jerusalem occupied a narrow hilltop strip comprising no more than 10 acres, with a population of perhaps 2,000. This area, now called the City of David, was southeast of Mount Moriah, where King Solomon later built the first Jewish Temple across the Kidron Valley from the Mount of Olives.

Excavations in the City of David area began in the 19th century. In the 1920s, archaeologists discovered a 60-foot-high terraced structure made of stone along the eastern side of the hill, overlooking the Kidron Valley. The purpose of this structure, labeled the Stepped Stone Structure, has long been a mystery. In 2005, Dr. Eliat Mazar, an Israeli archaeologist, reported that she had found another stone structure, just as unimaginatively called the Large Stone Structure, supported by the Stepped Stone Structure. With great fanfare, she said she had found King David’s palace. Other archaeologists quickly disagreed, saying that

there would not be a palace in such a small “hill-country village” at the time of David.

The site of Dr. Mazar’s excavations has become a popular tourist destination in Jerusalem. Guides point out that whatever the purpose of the Stepped Stone Structure, the square stone found at its lower righthand corner, with a hole in the center, is undoubtedly a latrine.

View of the Mount of Olives from the City of David in Israel. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Don Knebel is a local resident. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at editorial@ youarecurrent.com.

The Stepped Stone Structure in the City of David.

A latrine in the City of David.

Across

1. Expenditures

6. Org. with more members from Africa than the Mideast

10. In the Red?

14. Dickens’ Heep

15. Indiana Tech president Einolf

16. Hr. divisions

17. Indiana Senate President Pro Tempore

19. Spa treatment, for short

20. Seazcond oldest town in Indiana (in Perry County)

21. Like a spot in “Macbeth”

23. High card

26. Crushes and musses

29. Scot’s denial

30. Opposite of front

32. “Star Wars” princess

33. Old Russian rulers

35. Leave high and dry

37. TNT part

39. Indiana Senate President

(and Lieutenant Governor)

43. Agree to join

44. Snoozing

46. Nose around

49. Change direction

51. Balkan native

52. Surveillance device, briefly

53. Part of an Indiana driver’s license exam, usually

56. RN’s forte

57. Work too hard

59. Puts on WFYI

61. Latvia’s capital

62. Indiana Senate Minority Leader

68. Tidy

69. Butler frat letter

70. Poker declaration

71. Leaky radiator sound

72. Former Colts first round

pick Dawkins

73. Aggressive personality

Down

1. Mangy mutt

2. Spanish gold

27. Pesto ingredient

28. Non-clergy

31. Musical instrument of a sort

34. Spiritual essences

36. Dozed for a bit

38. Word with mass or rapid

40. “Nick at ___”

41. Ancient Brit

42. Recuperate

45. Plastic pipe, initially

46. Shows disdain

47. Maritime forces

48. Some Swiss watches

50. 40th US president

54. Meditation teachers

55. Distinguishing feature

58. “Peanuts” expletive

60. “Stargate Atlantis” network

63. ___ v. Wade

64. IND schedule abbr.

65. Cut off

66. Bullring cheer

3. Longtime Indy 500 announcer Collins

4. Bakery buy

5. Bake eggs in a shallow dish

6. “No prob”

7. Crooked Stick scorecard number

8. Indianapolis Indians pitching stat

9. Bonnie’s partner in crime

10. Alarm clock toggle

11. Earthy color

12. Make beloved

13. Stage whispers

18. Had prior arrangements

22. 2022 World Series winner

23. “Washboard” muscles

24. Felines

25. Sandy shade

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IUPUI’S COMPUTER AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM

is actively seeking applications for two full-time teaching faculty positions in the areas of web & software development and networking & security systems. The positions require teaching undergraduate courses and participating in curriculum development; they do not have a research expectation. Applicants must have a master’s degree, and individuals with industry experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Prior teaching experience is helpful but not necessary. Our courses are grounded in fundamental IT concepts but are taught via hands-on applications with connections to the industries in central Indiana.

More information can be found at https://go.iu.edu/4Mbx

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SHOP TO CALL HOME?

Integrity Automotive is looking for a full time automotive technician. In business for 28 years in downtown Carmel with a solid, happy customer base and a positive, goodnatured work environment.

The best candidate is a motivated, well-organized technician with at least three years hands on experience in automotive diagnosis, problem-solving and repair. Able to interpret and apply diagnostic/repair 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

WILL DO BOBCAT WORK

Trim/Remove trees & shrubs Building Demolitions Build Decks

Painting inside or Outdoors Clean Gutters

Property Clean Outs

FULLY INSURED

Text or Call Jay 574-398-2135

shidelerjay@gmail.com

www.jayspersonalservices.com

40 S Rangeline Rd Carmel Indiana 46032 www.IntegrityAutomotive.net

ROLL OFF DUMPSTER SERVICE

CALL 317-491-3491 FOR INFO/DETAIL

GOT YOUR ATTENTION?

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NOW HIRING: PAINTERS

We are in need of painters with or without experience

Please Call (317) 397-9389 for info