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Meet the District 4 candidates

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com Democrat Tim Casady and Republican Sarah Sampson are running for the District 4 seat on the Zionsville Town Council.

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Casady: 1. Strengthen the town’s comprehensive plan and zoning code to protect rural areas by preserving green spaces and wildlife corridors and better Casady protect our urban areas from overbuilding.

2. Keep pushing for top-notch parks (both preservation areas and neighborhood parks) and the vital pathways that connect them to our schools, neighborhoods and our distinctive Main Street/ Village area.

3. Establish collegial and effective collaboration with the town administration.

Sampson: My top three campaign issues are safety, responsible planning and maintaining fiscal accountability. As we grow, we need to review per capita and residential safety measures to match Sampson municipality needs and requirements. Requests for increased fire and police coverage hit the town budget and are approved by the town council. Responsible planning is another topic relevant to the town council as it is time for a new comprehensive plan for our town. The current plan has had addendums for annexation, reorganization and zoning changes which have already occurred. A new comprehensive plan could hopefully settle some issues and questions so we can move forward together as a town with more current objectives.

Maintaining fiscal accountability means we should continue to have a balanced budget with solid administrative personnel numbers, while keeping the constituents’ needs and wants in mind.

WHAT ARE ZIONSVILLE’S GREATEST STRENGTHS? WHERE DO YOU SEE AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT? Casady: The three leading strengths of our town are our distinctive Main Street/ Village, our award-winning schools and

teachers, and the town’s parks. We need to improve our pathway connections between these three prime assets and all of our neighborhoods. For example, our western neighborhoods are especially cut off from our parks and commercial districts. Meanwhile, our most important pathway stretching the length of the town — the Big 4 Rail Trail — must remain a priority. With the recent withdrawal of the form-based code proposal, our historic village area remains at risk from development and an out-of-date zoning code which is currently poorly and unevenly applied. The next town council must address this issue.

Sampson: Zionsville is a safe, clean community with excellent schools. We have a quaint thriving village of restaurants and shops, walking paths and a variety of parks, rural land, equestrian properties and an easy on/off drive to the city. Our community is very engaged, often putting others before themselves — especially when it comes to the kids. Our volunteer community is amazing, and we are so lucky to have such strong volunteer civic leadership groups such as Lions Club, Tri Kappa, the Rotary Club, Psi Iota Xi and the American Legion.

Based on discussions with constituents, I have heard requests for financial reporting improvements and help with property taxes by creating a more diverse economic base.

Having a background where I worked as a Certified Public Accountant to audit profit, nonprofit and government clients, I hope to be a financially minded beneficial addition to our council.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE ZIONSVILLE’S FINANCIAL HEALTH? WHY WOULD YOU DESCRIBE IT THAT WAY? Casady: Zionsville’s financial health is excellent. Its balance sheet and major fund balances are healthy with the town having run budget surpluses in four of the past five years. In October 2022, S&P noted “robust cash reserves and liquidity” and the town’s “very strong tax base.” But in the same review, the town’s bond rating was downgraded due to poor internal financial controls and transparency, a small finance staff experiencing high turnover, and “internal disputes between the administration and council.”

Steps have been taken to build back and train the town’s financial staff, to improve its internal controls, and to install a more robust financial reporting software system. I would question, however, whether we’ve remedied the communication breakdowns between the town council and the administration.

Sampson: I’ve been paying attention to

Zionsville’s financial reporting problems, which is one of the reasons I’m running for this position. I think we still need to be cautious with stating opinions about our finances while the balance in any accounts is still uncertain. The image of Zionsville’s financial health was damaged for sure, but hopefully the recordkeeping from the current software will be up to date when the next council takes over. There are good discussions currently occurring about the plan for next year’s budget. The budget workshop I attended helped me be aware of the maximum allowable amounts being requested for the different departments, and town council meetings have helped set an expectation to live within our means to create a sustainable budget. Having town councilors who are financially minded is important to help have Zionsville be financially healthy.

HOW DO YOU DETERMINE IF A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT IN ZIONSVILLE IS SOMETHING YOU WOULD SUPPORT? Casady: Any development must be measured against the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code. Unfortunately, our Comprehensive Plan has not been revised for years and needs to be Updated. As it does today, town council should seek input from the plan commission and planning professionals. I would strongly resist requests for creation of TIF funds or TIF bond financing to benefit the developer at the expense of other taxpayers, other areas, and the schools. I would not act arbitrarily or outside of what property owners have been reasonably led to expect under the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code.

Sampson: I would take the time to thoroughly examine the proposal details. This means looking at all ways it will impact the town such as per capita info that relates to safety, schools and infrastructure. I would look at the comprehensive plan to see how it fits in with zoning and future projects. I would attend meetings to listen to the neighboring community’s concerns or excitement, research the business or developer, consider complications and consider financial impact.

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY FOR VOTERS TO CONTACT YOU? Casady: Casady4ZvilleD4.com, and Casady For Zionsville on Facebook and Instagram Sampson: SarahESampson.com or Facebook: Sarah Esterline Sampson for Zionsville For more from these candidates, visit youarecurrent.com/?p=233788.

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The 18th annual Pumpkins and Hayrides will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 22 at Zionsville Lions Park, 11053 Sycamore St., EVENTS Zionsville.

The free seasonal event is organized each year by the Zionsville Lions Club as a thank-you to the patrons of the park.

“The past president of the club thought this event would be a great gift to the community to wrap up summer park events with a free fall event to thank them for their support for all of the summer activities,” said Gail Robbins, Pumpkins and Hayrides chair.

This year, Pumpkins and Hayrides will include hayrides, s’mores, face painting, games, bounce houses and more.

“Around 10 of our Partners in the Park join us with games and prizes,” Robbins said.

“Another big hit are pumpkins the kids can have and paint.”

New to the event this year is a dog costume contest that will take place at 2:30

The community has enjoyed the Pumpkins and Hayrides event since 2005. (Photo by Roger Manning)

p.m. in the gazebo. A children’s costume contest is set for 4 p.m. with Miss Indiana and Miss Indiana Teen judging, according to Robbins.

“I think the community loves this event because they get to spend the afternoon in Lions Park on a beautiful fall day, and it is a wonderful way for parents to get some great pictures and enjoy time with their children,” Robbins said.

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ZCHS students Addison Coons, Meg Dimmett, John Gunderman, Marissa Roundtree Five Zionsville Community High School and Madison Schmidt were students were recently evaluated on community named involvement, volunteerism, EDUCATION finalists commitment to the State for the of Indiana, work experiLilly Endowment Communience, academic perforty Scholarship. mance and more.

According to the Commu“I am thrilled to be in nity Foundation of Boone consideration for the Lilly Coons Dimmett County, the scholarship Endowment Community can be used for full tuition Scholarship and am inat any eligible Indiana spired to continue working public or private nonprofit in my community,” Gundercollege or university, reman said. quired fees and a special Roundtree said she is allocation of up to $900 honored and grateful to be per year. selected as a finalist for Gunderman Roundtree “We received nearly the scholarship.

60 applications this year for this “This scholarship will help ease prestigious award from all over the the financial burden of college and county, and let us tell you what — help me achieve my educational we are incredibly proud of the Class goals,” Roundtree said. of 2024 and excited to see how they CFBC said the finalists recently continue to pour into our society participated in an interview process and our local communities in their and the winners will be announced Schmidt future years,” said Julie Reagan, mid-December. interim CEO for the Community Foundation

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LittleStar to hold inaugural event

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com LittleStar Center, a nonprofit that provides services for families affected by autism, will hold its inaugural Mom and Caregivers event from noon to NONPROFIT 2 p.m. Nov. 4.

The event will be at Rejoicing Vine, a farm winery at 8440 W. 82nd St. in Indianapolis, and is open to female caregivers and moms of children with disabilities.

“At our event, (guests) will have the opportunity to meet other caregivers in a fun and relaxing environment and access information about a variety of topics,” said Jennifer Baker, LittleStar psychological services director. “The goal is to help them build a community network of other female caregivers who may be going through similar experiences.”

Cost to attend is $25 and includes a wine tasting, winery tour, complimentary glass of wine, charcuterie, a goody bag, roundtable discussions and resources for moms and

LittleStar Center is a nonprofit that provides services for families affected by autism. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Baker)

caregivers. LittleStar requests that attendees pre-register online.

“The proceeds from this event will help to continue funding events for families,” Baker said. “This is our first event for moms and female caregivers, and the goal is to (provide) community resources for all members of the family, not just the individuals receiving ABA therapy services.”

LittleStar has centers in Carmel, Bloomington, Clarksville, West Lafayette and Newburgh. To register for the event, visit littlestaraba.org and click on the event page.

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ZCHS CELEBRATES COLLEGE GO! WEEK AND MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL The Zionsville Community High School counseling department recently hosted activities to celebrate College GO! Week.

Students participated in application and essay help sessions, games and career inventories. Students also had the opportunity to visit with multiple college admission representatives. During the week, students Ella Webb, left, and Shivam Dave applied to the physics program at Purdue University. (Photo courtesy of Zionsville Community High School) From left, Zionsville Community High School students Samuel Fyffe, Amelia Rasband, Shay Hopper and Elle Erickson celebrate the 2023 Mid-Autumn Festival by crafting Oreos into traditional-looking mooncakes.

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, is a harvest festival celebrated in Chinese culture. (Photo courtesy of Zionsville Community High School)

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Early voting under way

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com Early voting for the Nov. 7 general election will run through Nov. 6 at several sites in Boone County. Registered EVENTS voters who live in the county may vote at any site during early voting. On Election Day, voters must cast a ballot at their designated polling location.

Check voter registration status at indianavoters.in.gov or by calling 317-776-9632.

EARLY VOTING IS AVAILABLE AT: Absentee voting at the Boone County Courthouse, 307 Courthouse Sq., Lebanon, will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 11 - Nov. 2 on Tuesdays and Thursdays only.

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• Boone County Courthouse, 307 Courthouse Sq., Lebanon • Whitestown Municipal Building, 6210 S. 700 E., Whitestown Nov. 3, 1 to 8 p.m.

• Boone County Courthouse, 307 Courthouse Sq., Lebanon

• Zionsville Town Hall, 1100 W Oak St., Zionsville • Zionsville Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library, 250 N. 5th St., Zionsville • Grace Baptist Church, 3001 Elm Swamp Rd., Lebanon • Whitestown Municipal Building, 6210 S. 700 E., Whitestown • Jamestown Municipal Building, 421 E. Main St., Jamestown Nov. 4, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Boone County Courthouse, 307 Courthouse Sq., Lebanon • Zionsville Town Hall, 1100 W. Oak St., Zionsville • Zionsville Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library, 250 N. 5th St., Zionsville • Grace Baptist Church, 3001 Elm Swamp Rd., Lebanon • Whitestown Municipal Building, 6210 S. 700 E., Whitestown • Jamestown Municipal Building, 421 E. Main St., Jamestown Nov. 6, 8 a.m. to noon • Boone County Courthouse, 307 Courthouse Sq., Lebanon

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Zionsville residents receive Sagamore honor

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By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com On Oct. 5, Zionsville residents Jim and Nancy Carpenter received the Sagamore of the Wabash award from Gov. Eric Holcomb’s office. According to the Town PARKS of Zionsville, this award is the highest honor that the governor of Indiana bestows.

The Carpenters are the founders and owners of Wild Birds Unlimited and Zionsville’s Carpenter Nature Preserve. The award was presented at the dedication ceremony for Carpenter Nature Preserve.

Zionsville and Boone County officials, organizations and citizens joined together for a dedication ceremony at Carpenter Nature Preserve. Zionsville Parks and Recreation added 215 acres to their parks system with the town’s acquisition of the land at the southwest corner of South Michigan Road and State Road 32.

According to the Town of Zionsville, the purchase will be Union Township’s first park, Boone County’s largest nature preserve and a future regional destination for visitors to experience the wonders of nature.

Jim and Nancy Carpenter and Zionsville Mayor Emily Styron, center, at the Oct. 5 Carpenter Nature Preserve dedication ceremony. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Vela)

The Carpenters purchased the property in 2021 for $5.5 million to preserve the land for future generations.

“When we were invited out to the property by Mayor Emily Styron, we knew what would likely happen to it in the years to come for development,” Nancy Carpenter said. “We couldn’t let that happen. You cannot find anything like this in central Indiana that will ever be available again.”

The first phase of the preserve is estimated to be completed by late 2025 or early

2026 with trails, parking and restrooms.

Plans call for a nature center and a small mixed-used space for weddings or dining.

“I am extremely grateful to Parks Superintendent Jarod Logsdon and our entire parks and recreation team for the work they put into the grant process and into this remarkable preserve,” said Mayor Emily Styron. “I want to recognize and thank the Carpenters. Without them, this wouldn’t have been possible. This is a legacy project for our current and future generations.”

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COMMUNITY DISPATCHES Community of the Year — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce recently recognized Boone County as Indiana’s Community of the Year. According to the organization, Boone County has been recognized as the second-fastest growing county in the state. Boone County’s achievements include securing nearly $800 million in business expansions over the past five years. Boone County will receive the NextEra Energy Resources Community of the Year Award on Nov. 14 at the Indiana Convention Center.

Craft Sale — Hoosier Village Retirement Community will hold a craft sale from 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 20 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 21.

Residents will be selling homemade items that make excellent gifts for the upcoming holidays. The entrance to Hoosier Village for the sale is the Zionsville Road Gate with signs directing individuals toward the chapel where the sale will be held.

Observe The Moon — Celebrate Observe the Moon Night with the Indiana Astronomical Society at Mulberry Fields, Zionsville. Speak with professional astronomers, observe the moon through a telescope and participate in a moon-inspired craft for all ages. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21 at Mulberry Fields, 9645 Whitestown Rd. Register at bit. ly/3PQJb9U. Trick or Treat Trail — From 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 28, trick or treat for candy from local businesses, roast s’mores over a bonfire and go through the spooky woods at Anson Acres Park, 4671 Anson Blvd., Whitestown. For more, visit bit.ly/3FeSFqh. Trick or Trees — From 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 28, join Zionsville Parks and Recreation to roast marshmallows by the campfire, enjoy fun fall activities and mad scientist experiments and more at 165 Elm St., Zionsville.

Support Group — St. Francis In-The-Fields and the National Alliance on Mental Illness are teaming to provide a monthly support group. The group is open to anyone 18 years or older and is a free, confidential and safe group for parents, caregivers and guardians of minor children living with behavioral difficulties and mental health challenges.

Meetings will take place beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month at St Francis in the Field Episcopal Church, 1525 Mulberry St, Zionsville. For more information, call or text Marilynn Berry-Stamm at 317-432-6332 or email hapycmprmg@aol.com.

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Bloodlines, work ethic help CHS senior volleyball player succeed

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Lauren Evans, a senior outside hitter for the Carmel High School volleyball team, has the bloodlines to be a talented athlete.

Lauren’s mother Erin, whose maiden name was Heimann, played volleyball for Indiana University. Lauren’s father, Brian Evans, was a standout basketball player for the Hoosiers. He was a Big Ten Most Valuable Player in 1996 and played in the NBA and overseas.

When she was younger, her mother coached volleyball and her dad coached her in basketball. Lauren played basketball until seventh grade before concentrating on volleyball.

“I just have more fun with volleyball, and it was time to get serious about it,” Lauren said. “I love the team aspect of it and the competitiveness with it.”

Lauren said her biggest improvement this season has been her shot range and defense.

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Hobbies: Shopping, reading Favorite subject: Math Favorite musician: Luke Bryan Favorite vacation spot: Florida her sophomore season when she served as the Greyhounds’ libero for much of the season.

“Something that makes Lauren special is her work ethic and drive to compete,” Greyhounds coach Kristine Deem said. “In the time I’ve had the pleasure of coaching her, she has always been willing to give it her all, whether in simple drills or complicated scrimmage scenarios. Lauren has seen the benefits of disciplined and intentional train-

Lauren Evans is a senior outside hitter for the Carmel High School volleyball team. (Photo courtesy of Lauren Evans)

ing and continues to pursue excellence each day in the gym.”

Deem said Lauren has not only grown as a player but as a leader during her high school career.

“She’s regularly willing to do what is needed to compete at the highest level possible,” Deem said.

Lauren said playing in college has always been one of her goals. Lauren, who plays club volleyball for Circle City, committed to play for Butler University during the summer.

“I just loved all the coaching staff, and the players were really cool. I’m excited to be close to home,” said Lauren, who intends to major in business.

Lauren’s older sister, Emerson, a 2023 CHS graduate, plays volleyball for Marian University.

“We always played on the same team, and I always played up a grade to play with Emerson, so I think that helped me,” she said.

Their younger sister, London, is a freshman on the Greyhounds team. Their brother, Joe, a sixth-grader, plays basketball.

Prior to the Oct. 14 Zionsville Sectional semifinals, Lauren had team highs of 322 kills and 891 attacks.

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Program aims to reduce hiring barriers

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The Zionsville Chamber of Commerce announced it will collaborate with The Arc of Greater Boone County NONPROFIT and the Zionsville RISE Foundation to launch the Main Street Employment Pilot. The initative is designed to reduce hiring barriers for people with disabilities at small businesses in Boone County.

Pam Verbarg, executive director of The Arc of Greater Boone County, said the program came about last summer when the State of Indiana released the opportunity for innovative pilot programs.

“The state released grants that organizations could apply for that would allow them to pilot new and enhanced models of services,” Verbarg said. “We went through the application process, which was pretty intensive, and they ended up selecting this particular proposal as one they wanted us to try.”

The first phase was a survey sent out to businesses and community members to find out what barriers they face when providing jobs to people with disabilities.

“Some barriers include education needs, extended time for training, certain equipment that is needed and transportation,” Verbarg said. “This grant will take that information from employers and provide funds for the workers to work for up to 90 days.

We will incur those costs under the grant versus an employer having to pay directly out of their wages.”

The organizations involved in the project said that through education and participation in the pilot project, small businesses will learn more about the benefits of hiring workers with disabilities and the long-term positive impact it can have on the community.

For employers interested in participating further, the project will provide stipends to businesses and individuals. Anyone interested in hiring someone with a disability can contact Verbarg at pverbarg@thearcgbc.org to learn more.

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administrators and staff to reimagine the Fire Safety Public Education mission,” ZFD Chief James VanGorder stated. “He leads the Citizens Fire Academy and continues to create educational opportunities for all ages.

We congratulate Vince on this award and all his achievements.”

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State Rep. Becky Cash, left, and Zionsville Fire Department Public Educator Vincent Randolph.

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Zionsville Fire Department Public Educator Vincent Randolph recently received the Outstanding Hoosier Award from State Rep. Becky Cash.

PUBLIC SAFETY Cash presented the award during the recent Citizens Fire Academy, an annual program that Randolph helps lead.

Randolph joined ZFD in April 2018. Before that, he was a FEMA Certified Fire and Life Safety Instructor with Firefighters Survive Alive!, Inc., a partnership between Firefighter Local 416 and the Indianapolis Fire Department. A record number of people participated under his leadership, according to the Town of Zionsville.

Additionally, Randolph helped obtain a transportation reimbursement grant to aid cash-strapped school districts to continue to bring their students to the program, according to the town.

“Since joining ZFD, Vince has worked closely with dedicated fire crews, school

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Cripe Photography celebrates 50 years of business

Cripe and Keehn said their goal for the future of Cripe Photography is to continue providing services that big companies cannot.

“We are a small company that is essentially competing with bigger companies,” Cripe said. “The biggest difference between us and them is the customer service we provide.”

Cripe said now that his two children are grown, most of his time is spent focusing on the business. He is also actively involved in a few local clubs and organizations.

“If anything, we just want people to know that we love what we do,” Keehn said. “We hope to continue to grow and get our name out there for other school districts to see.”

For more information about Cripe Photography, visit cripephoto.com ON THE COVER: The building that sits at 45 N. Main St. was formerly Cripe’s father’s business, Bill’s Barbershop. (Photo by Stephanie Keehn)

THE BILL CRIPE FILE Cripe Photography only works with local school districts, shooting yearbook photos and sports images. (Photo by Stephanie Keehn)

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com A Zionsville business owner is carrying on his father’s legacy each day he walks into work.

Cripe Photography, at 45 N. Main St., will celebrate its 50th anniversary this month. The business, owned by Bill Cripe, was started by his father, William Cripe Sr., in 1973.

The photography business will host an open house from 3 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 2 to celebrate the milestone. The studio will be open to the community as a way to get to know more residents and let people know what the studio is all about. Light refreshments and giveaways will be provided.

The studio’s location formerly was Cripe Sr. Cripe’s father’s business, Bill’s Barbershop, and became Cripe Photography studio in the 1980s.

“In the beginning, my father was photographing weddings in the area, and he eventually turned it into a full-time business shooting seniors, families and children,” Cripe said.

Bill grew up in the field and has had a camera in his hand from a young age. His mother Ann (Birdie) worked at Zionsville Community High School for 35 years as an art teacher.

She also put together the yearbook.

“I helped (my mom) cover stuff at the school and shot my first wedding professionally when I was 13 years old,” Cripe said. “I put myself through college by photographing events.”

Cripe graduated with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from Ball State University. He worked for Herff Jones before he

took over his father’s business in 1990, working collaboratively with him for about two years before his father retired.

“Our family has lived in Zionsville for many generations,” Cripe said. “The community response to our business has been wonderful. Since my family has been doing this for a long time, we know a lot of families and people in the area and have had a wonderful business to grow into.”

At its start, Cripe Photography offered senior portraits and family photos. About 15 years ago, the business transitioned out of traditional portraits and now works only with schools in the area.

“Many changes in the industry led our business to change directions,” Cripe said. “We saw the chance to grow our business by working with schools, and once we got involved with nearby districts, we loved it.”

Cripe Photography works with many school districts, including Zionsville, Noblesville, Carmel, Westfield, Mill Creek and more, taking photos for yearbooks and sporting events.

“A lot of people remember us for what we used to offer years ago,” Cripe said. “They have no idea we transitioned to school photography to provide photos for schools.”

Stephanie Keehn, who works alongside Cripe at the studio, said the company loves partnering with schools and building relationships with districts in the surrounding areas.

“Whether it is Zionsville or any surrounding district, we enjoy getting to know the students and administration in the schools,” Keehn said. “When you are servicing schools for as many years as we have, you get to know the kids and recognize them outside of the school setting because you have been taking their picture for years.”

Name: Bill (William) Cripe Residence: “My family has lived in Zionsville my whole life and my kids are the fifth generation to grow up in my house.”

Children: Carly Decker and Liam Cripe Favorite thing to photograph: “I love shooting with elementary students because they are so darn cute and always excited for picture day.”

Life Motto: “Enjoy today.”

Favorite restaurants in Zionsville: “I try to frequent a lot of different businesses but some of my favorites are Cobblestone and Tipsy Mermaid.”

October 17, 2023

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Protect yourself from the flu Commentary by Sarah Dodds Millions of Americans miss work and school each year due to a cold or flu infection. But do you know the WELLNESS difference between the common cold and influenza? Do you know when to seek medical care?

KNOW THE COMMON FLU SYMPTOMS Common flu symptoms include fever or chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches and fatigue. Not everyone with the flu has a fever and some people have vomiting and diarrhea, which is more common in children than adults. You can get the flu multiple times each year.

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE COMMON COLD AND THE FLU Both the common cold and the flu have similar symptoms. The flu is typically worse than the common cold, and symptoms appear more abruptly. You should seek medical attention for high fevers or if you have other medical conditions that put you at higher risk of complications, including diabetes, asthma or congestive heart failure.

TAKE STEPS TOWARD FLU PREVENTION Each year, scientists develop a new flu shot to cover the most common strains of the flu. The first step in avoiding sickness is to get the most current flu vaccine. Getting a flu shot may not make you completely immune, but it can significantly lessen the severity of your symptoms.

You can also take everyday measures to limit the spread of germs. Stay out of close contact with people who are sick. If you are sick, limit contact with others, especially those at increased risk of severe illness.

Remember to wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, cover your coughs and sneezes and do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands. It’s also important to clean and disinfect surfaces.

For more, visit iuhealth.org and search “flu shot.”

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was ready for her to explode with negativity. “Dick, please remember to close the Yesterday I walked in the house and cagarage door when you come home. And sually asked Mary Ellen, “You haven’t had a you left all the lights on in the house. Let’s chance to call the plumber yet, try to save on electricity. And make sure HUMOR have you?” you feed the cat. It also appears you ran “Why do you have to be so the dishwasher half-loaded. Let’s conserve negative?” she asked. water.”

“I’m not being negative, Mary Ellen. I don’t “No, no, no, Mary Ellen: a typical wife know what you mean. Didn’t I just ask a would not respond that way when her husquestion?” band messed up so many things.”

“See, there you go. In that one response “That’s four negatives, Dick. You’re getyou used three negative words. You could ting worse at this.” have said, ‘I am a positive person. I’d like to I told Mary Ellen what I thought most know what you mean. wives would say in a I always try to be similar situation. agreeable.’”

“Don’t leave the “One afternoon, I purposely This was not a dislights on in the middle didn’t shut the garage door cussion I was looking of the day, Dick.” and I didn’t turn the lights forward to. Not then, “Don’t leave the ganot ever. (Oh dear, rage door open.” off in the kitchen. I also three nots.) Time for “Don’t forget to feed didn’t check the dishwasher lunch… the cat.” contents before starting it.

“Mary Ellen, we don’t “Don’t run the dishhave any peanut butAnd I didn’t feed the cat. When washer half-loaded.” ter, do we?”

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“Next time, Dick, sim“Yes, say it—say it, ply ask: ‘Do we have any peanut butter?’”

Mary Ellen! Say the word ‘never.’ It will help “Mary Ellen, this is not fair. We’ve been you get out of this positive rut you are in.” married a long time, haven’t we? You hav“Ne… nearly every day I strive to be open’t ever mentioned this issue before. This timistic. And I do that by using positive is not an easy thing to stop doing. Don’t you words. Do you see the difference?” agree?”

I didn’t, but that would have really gotten I decided to show my wife that this was me in trouble. not really an uncommon way for people to I decided to play it safe and repeat somecommunicate. One afternoon, I purposely thing smart I said almost 44 years ago: “I didn’t shut the garage door and I didn’t turn do!” the lights off in the kitchen. I also didn’t check the dishwasher contents before starting it. And I didn’t feed the cat. When Dick Wolfsie is an author, she returned, I’d hear about all the things columnist and speaker. Contact I didn’t do. And I’d be told, “don’t do them him at wolfsie@aol.com. again.”

When Mary Ellen walked in the door, I

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Ignorant ignoramus Commentary by Terry Anker Hollywood has long hung on to the trope of the inept new dad trying to change a diaper on Junior. We see Dad fumESSAY bling with the project as if he’d never used his fingers before.

Ultimately Mom arrives to save Junior from Dad’s incompetence. Mom and Junior throw shade at Dad until he sheepishly leaves the job to the more capable.

It is a bit embarrassing for all of us when we find ourselves in a situation where we don’t know what we are doing. True, it is less stressful to be comfortably in command. The first time we drove a car, made Grandma’s famous shrimp grits or first spoke a foreign language to someone who didn’t speak our native tongue — each carried incumbent anxiety. By the time we’d done it a few times, it all seemed much easier.

Naturally, the act of making the meal was the same, each ingredient mixed and step performed. It was only in our minds that it seemed simpler. The awkwardness adjoining the development of new skills drives us

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to work intensely to improve, making the discomfort subside and our competency level elevate.

Still, there are those among us so paralyzed by the fear of their own unfamiliarity that they fail to progress. They develop no new expertise and remain throughout life much as they have been since they decided, about middle school age, that they had learned enough. They languish with a mindset that urges shunning of exploration and a clinging to the safe and well known.

We must become comfortable with our own ignorance. Otherwise, shame drives us to become static and fail to progress. If we can’t embrace the reality of our lack of knowledge, the very act of learning can repel us. The shame of our shortcomings can lead us to preserve them.

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

Full story of trout stocking Editor, The residents in and around Zionsville are environmentally aware and active in making this a great town to live in.

In the past few years, rainbow trout have been stocked in Eagle Creek at Zionsville. Unfortunately, the entire story of what happens to the trout is not wellknown. Let’s skip to the end of the story and then explain.

The trout suffocate and die due to lack of oxygen! I hope I have your attention.

Trout are a cold water fish not native to our area. They require a higher concentration of oxygen than many of our native warm water fish. They have been stocked in this area in November when the water temperatures are much cooler.

Cooler water is capable of holding higher concentrations of dissolved oxygen.

It is known as the carrying capacity. As water warms in spring, the amount of DO goes down until the fish can no longer

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survive. While they attempt to move to more suitable water, it does not exist.

They don’t go downstream to the reservoir to live happily ever after as some have told me!

I am an avid fisherman and not against stocking. I only wish we would concentrate our efforts on stocking fish native to Indiana. They live year round, reproduce and can be a boon to the local economy if properly advertised and supported.

Conversely, trout die in spring, don’t reproduce and also, contrary to comments made in the past, are not the reasons why bald eagles have returned to the area.

During my research I was told that trout stocking helps local businesses. I have not been able to find any verifiable, auditable proof of that. I also don’t believe that it justifies the slow suffocation of trout.

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Commentary by Danielle Wilson Friends, I don’t even know where to begin. An administrator’s observation gone awry? A foiled attempt to celebrate our youngest’s homecoming? PerHUMOR haps the discovery of a critter living in the minivan? Endless tales abound! Let’s go with the homecoming; I’m still in my feelings on that one.

Regular readers will recall that the baby of the family has been on a gap year of sorts for the past five months. She has backpacked and worked her way around the Balkans, North Africa and Western Europe, becoming her best self and adulting like a champ. When her money finally ran out, I spent the better part of a week channeling Love Actually to orchestrate an in-airport “Welcome Back!” party.

Unfortunately, her flight arrived 30 minutes early, completely ruining my surprise and amazing poster presentation. She ended up waiting on us at arrivals, where, for the first time in recent memory, IND had security guards actively monitoring the traffic. “Keep it moving, ma’am!” Seriously?

Not even time for a quick hug? Fine. We’ll celebrate with America’s food, McDonald’s.

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When her money finally ran out, I spent the better part of a week channeling Love Actually to orchestrate an in-airport “Welcome Back!” party.

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Nope. Apparently, they all close at midnight, even on Fridays. Same with Wendy’s, Subway and Taco Bell. Ugh. Let’s just get her home.

Of course, I couldn’t even do that efficiently. A cop pulled me over for a busted headlight about a mile from the house.

Luckily, our Lab more than made up for my failure as a mother with plenty of slobbery kisses and enthusiastic tail wagging.

Next week? A sordid tale of minivan mouse poop, curiously shredded upholstery and a half-eaten bag of Combos.

Peace out.

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Ephraim Owens was certainly ready for his prime time moment.

When his time came to MUSIC perform on Blind Auditions on Season 24 of “The Voice,” the Carmel resident delivered.

“I wasn’t nervous,” he said of the performance, which was televised Sept. 26 on NBC. “I knew that the moment was big. I also knew a lot of my life preparation has put me in a place to get that opportunity. I dreamed about that opportunity forever. I wanted to go out there and be myself.”

All four chairs turned for Owens, signaling approval, when he sang Labrinth’s “Beneath Your Beautiful.”

“I didn’t go in there thinking I’m absolutely going to blow their minds away,” Owens said. “I was hoping for at least one chair turn — that’s all it takes. I was extremely surprised and humbled when all four of them turned.”

Owens, 36, picked John Legend to be his coach for the next round, which is expected to start later in October.

“John Legend is someone I’ve looked up to as an artist for as long as he has been putting out music,” Owens said.

When Owens told the judges his 4-yearold daughter, Evelyn, often sang with him, Legend asked if he wanted to bring her on stage with him. She joined her dad for Legend’s “Nervous.”

“She stole the show,” Owens said. “I have no problem with that at all. As soon as she got on the set, I figured she was going to do that. It was icing on the cake that my wife and daughter were right there. The only way it could have been better is if my son (2-year-old Jackson) was there, too.”

Owens said naturally his goal is to win “The Voice.”

“All I can control is I’m going to put my best foot forward and I’m going to do the best I can do,” he said.

Owens’ wife, Elizabeth, is a Carmel High School graduate and her maiden name is

BEEF & BOARDS Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” through Nov. 19 at the Indianapolis venue. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

‘THE PROM’ Civic Theatre’s production of “The Prom’’ will run through Oct. 21 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

FEINSTEIN’S CABARET The Edwards Twins display their talents in impersonating several celebrities in a variety show at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20-21 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

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Ephraim Owens was selected during the Blind Auditions on Season 24 of “The Voice.” (Photo courtesy of Greg Gayne/NBC)

McRoberts. Elizabeth’s brothers, Josh and Zach, were CHS basketball standouts. Josh played for Duke University and in the NBA. Zach played for Indiana University.

Owens’ younger brother, David, a CHS graduate, appeared on “The Voice” in 2019.

Kelly Clarkson was the only one to turn a chair and became his coach.

“John Legend is the only coach from that season who is on this season, and he did not turn for my brother,” Owens said. “So the competitive side of (me said) definitely I have to get him (to turn). I got to have some bragging rights from big brother to my little brother.”

Owens, a Lawrence Central High School graduate, participated in show choir in high school.

When he was working as a special education assistant at Nora Elementary School in Indianapolis, he served as assistant football coach at North Central High School for several years even though he didn’t play football in high school.

While living in Florida, Owens started competing in mixed martial arts and did that for six years.

“It takes a different mindset to step in a ring and hear that cage get locked behind

you and know there is only one way out and hopefully it’s victorious,” he said. “My last fight was in 2013. I didn’t lose the love for it. But I started feeling it was becoming my identity and it was never meant to be that. I just felt it was time to hang up the gloves.”

While he has had other hobbies, Owens said music has been a consistent focal point in his life.

“It’s one of the best ways for people to get to know me, and I can express myself,” he said. “I’ve been involved in music at churches at various levels. I was an associate pastor at one point at Grace Church.”

Owens’ grandmother sang background vocals for Marvin Gaye and Al Green.

“I never give myself time to pursue music from an artist standpoint,” Owens said.

“My wife has constantly pushed me to do that, as has my family and siblings. They know I love to perform. I want to set an example for my kids to follow their dreams and never give up on them.”

Owens helps on his wife’s family’s small farm in Zionsville and also operates a rare Hess machine, which makes custom cast stone for a Westfield company, Custom Cast Stone.

The Live at the Center series presents Okara Imani & The Call ” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Tickets are $10 for in person. To register for a free livestream, visit thecenterpresents.org.

‘POLICE DERANGED FOR ORCHESTRA’ The Police drummer Stewart Copeland’s “Police Deranged for Orchestra’’ concert is set for 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

‘HARRY CHAPIN AT 80: A RETROSPECTIVE’ The Chapin Family presents “Harry Chapin at 80, set for 8 p.m. Oct. 20 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

‘GERSHWIN’S MAGIC KEY’ Carmel Symphony Orchestra will present ‘Family Fun: Gershwin’s Magic Key’’ at 4 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit carmelsymphony.org.

DISPATCH Big Head Todd and The Monster set to perform — Big Head Todd and the Monsters will perform at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 18, 2024, at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

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Family presents musical tribute to Harry Chapin ​​By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Tom Chapin figured this was the perfect time to pay tribute to his late brother’s rich legacy of music.

CONCERT The concert tour is billed as Chapin Family presents “Harry Chapin At 80: A Retrospective.” The concert is set for 8 p.m. Oct. 20 at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

Harry, who died in an automobile accident in 1981, would have turned 80 on Dec. 7, 2022.

“We’ve been doing benefit concerts with Harry’s music over the years,” Tom said. “We realized Harry would be 80 and we’re all getting up there. It seemed like a good time to do concerts with the full family.”

Joining Tom, 78, is his brother Steve, 76, and members remaining from Harry Chapin’s original band, including bass player John Wallace and drummer Howie Fields.

“John Wallace had the high voice in ‘Taxi’ and the low voice in ‘Mr. Tanner,’” Tom said.

Additional performers include Tom’s daughters Abigail and Lily Chapin, who have their own act called the Chapin Sisters, and

Singer/songwriter Tom Chapin leads a family musical tribute to his late brother, Harry Chapin. (Photo courtesy of Tom Chapin)

Harry’s daughter, Jen Chapin, with her trio.

“The concert becomes almost like a festival, singing mostly Harry’s songs,” Chapin said. “Everyone does one or two of their own.”

The concert will feature many of Harry’s most famous songs, such as “Cat’s in the Cradle,” “Taxi,” “Circle” and “W.O.L.D.” “He’s one of the greatest songwriters of our generation and not many people are playing his songs,” Tom said. “He had been a documentary filmmaker, so I think his writing reflects that of finding interesting stories and following the character. He, more

than anyone, could do those story songs.”

Tom said people not as familiar with his brother’s music are being introduced to the depth of his material.

“It’s kind of like a festival with four different entities performing his great songs,” Tom said. “It’s great fun.”

Tom said it’s been wonderful to perform with so many of his relatives and friends.

“The agent who called us said she likes to book us because the only thing selling is cover bands,” Chapin said. “This is the ultimate cover band.”

Tom said the tour has been hard to put together because everyone has their own lives. Tom said his daughters are mothers and also run a clothing store with his wife.

Jen teaches social studies in New York City.

Tom said they plan to play more dates in 2024 because it’s the 50th anniversary of “Cat’s in the Cradle” reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in December 1974.

Tom has 27 albums and three Grammy Awards. Thirteen albums are focused on children’s music.

“It’s been a wonderful ride to do it and perform my own stuff,” Tom said.

For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

CSO artistic director resigns

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for the season-opening concert, will return as guest conductor for Classical Kids Live: Gershwin Magic Key concert at 4 p.m. Oct. The Carmel Symphony Orchestra an22 at the Palladium at the Center for the nounced Oct. 6 it would have a guest conPerforming Arts. CSO has not released deductor Oct. 7 at its tails on the search process for an CHANGE 2023-24 season openartistic director. er. On Oct. 7, it anHymes released a statement nounced Janna Hymes had resigned about her departure Oct. 7. as artistic director. Hymes provided “As this may come as a surprise, clarity on the timing. my plan was to wait for the recent “The separation process took transition of staff and board changlonger than anticipated,” Hymes es to be secured before resigning,” Hymes told Current. “The timing may have Hymes stated. “Now that those seemed awkward, but we needed positions are filled this is the right to finalize the details before making it pubtime for me to leave.” lic. The opening of the season seemed the Anne Marie Chastain was recently named right time to announce my departure. I am CSO executive director after Cara Pittenger excited about my work in Sedona (Ariz.) and took a job with the Indianapolis Youth Orbeyond. I wish the orchestra tremendous chestra over the summer. success as they approach the 50th anniver“My time in Carmel has been amazing,” sary. I am proud of what the orchestra and Hymes stated. “Some of my personal highI accomplished together during my tenure lights include raising the artistic level of the and will always have them in my heart.” orchestra, programming new and diverse Hymes, who was named the Sedona Symconcerts, raising musician fees, increasing phony artistic director in April, took over services for the orchestra, and adding sevthe position of CSO conductor in 2017. David eral new series with an emphasis on outCommanday, who was the guest conductor reach and education.”

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com For Gregory Hancock, Halloween is a natural time to present “Legends and Fairytales.”

DANCE Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre’s production is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 27-28 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

“La Llorona” and “The Alley of the Kiss” make up the first act. ”La Llorona,” which translates to the weeping woman, is a spirit who appears in the folklore of Mexico and other Latin American countries.

Hancock, the company’s executive artistic director, said there are numerous versions and interpretations of this story.

“Legend has it that a beautiful woman named Maria, fell in love with a handsome man, was married and had two beautiful children,” he said. “The man eventually became infatuated with another woman and in a fit of rage, Maria drowned their two children in the river and in her grief, after she realized what she had done, drowned herself in the river as well. Now her spirit wanders riverbanks at night wailing for Proceeds Benefit

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre presents “Legends and Fairytales.” (Photo courtesy of Joe Phillips)

her lost children, often wreaking havoc on those who encounter her.”

“The Alley of the Kiss” is a tragic tale of forbidden love.

“The story has numerous variations, but similarly describes the disapproval of families and two young lovers who were forced to keep their love secret from the world,” he said. “However, when their love was discovered, tragic events cost them their lives.”

The second act is a new work called “Angels and Djinn.”

For more, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.

Enjoy pork chops with apples Commentary by Mark LaFay October is my favorite month. We love to head out to Stuckey Farm’s apple orchard with our kids this time of year.

The apple harvest has been RECIPE in full swing for about 45 days, but you can still find some on the trees.

I love to cook with apples, and recently knocked out this yummy pork chop dish.

PORK CHOPS WITH FALL APPLE AND CREAM SAUCE Ingredients: 4 bone-in pork chops, 1.5-2-inches thick Sea salt For the sauce: 1 quart heavy whipping cream 1 small clam shell of fresh thyme 1 large shallot 2 cloves of garlic 1/2 cup Grand Marnier 1/8 cup apple cider vinegar 3 cups heavy whipping cream 1 stick of unsalted butter Directions: 1. Season both sides of the pork chops with sea salt. Allow to rest 30 minutes

on the counter. Preheat oven to 225 degrees.

2. Warm up a large saucepan over medium heat, add a couple tablespoons of butter and allow it to melt.

3. Pan roast the pork chops until you get some nice color on both sides. Set them on a rack in the oven to rest at 225 degrees until the sauce is ready.

4. In your pork-roasting pan, add shallots and cook until translucent. Add thin slices of peeled apple, pour in Grand Marnier and ignite (or don’t, but fire is fun).

5. Add apple cider vinegar, simmer for a few minutes and then add cream and thyme.

6. Allow mixture to simmer and reduce until thick. Salt to taste.

7. Remove bones, slice pork and top with the sauce

Mark LaFay is a butcher, certified sommelier and founder of Old Major Market, 4201 Millersville Rd., Suite 19, Indianapolis

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Blueprint for Improvement: Bright, breezy bathroom Commentary by Larry Greene Built in 2003 in Zionsville’s Long Branch Estates, this home’s owners were ready to transform their primary bathroom from builder-basic and bland to custom and contemporary.

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THE BLUEPRINT • Matte black finishes provide a hint of rustic texture in perfect contrast to the airy neutral palette.

• Custom alder wood cabinetry, trim and shelving bring a soft and natural element that grounds the space, with clear stain that allows the wood grain to shine and ensures durability.

• A seated-level makeup vanity puts cosmetic drawers within easy reach, providing space for effortless organization.

• The herringbone pattern floor tile makes white-on-white anything but boring by adding texture, pattern and clean lines along the shower wall.

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Spooky word origins Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt We all know about the origin of the word “Halloween,” but what do we know about the etyGRAMMAR GUY mologies of other spooky season sayings? Today we’ll explore these ominous origins.

The word “haunt” comes from the Old English word “hamettan,” which means “to bring home.” This suggests that the original meaning of “haunt” was to visit a place so frequently that you might as well live there. For instance, I like to haunt my local coffee shop.

“Haunt” in a ghostly sense developed in the 14th century. This is probably because people back then were a lot more superstitious than we are today — they were convinced that ghosts were everywhere, just waiting to pounce on the unsuspecting.

The word “spooky” comes from the Dutch word “spook,” which means “ghost” or “specter.” So, next time you’re feeling scared, just remember that you’re not actually scared — you’re just being

spooked by a silly Dutch word.

“Spooky” originally meant something related to ghosts or spirits, but over time, the meaning has expanded to include anything that is strange, eerie or unsettling. So, if you see a clown at midnight, that’s spooky. If you hear a weird noise in the middle of the night, that’s spooky. And if you realize that you’ve been using the same toothbrush for 10 years, that’s definitely spooky.

The phrase “trick-or-treat” is thought to have originated in the early 20th century in North America as a combination of the words “trick” and “treat.” It’s basically a way for kids to extort candy from their neighbors. But hey, it’s only once a year! Every Halloween, my friend Brenda simply turns off her lights and pretends she’s not home.

Curtis Honeycutt is a national award-winning, syndicated humor writer. Connect with him on Twitter (@curtishoneycutt) or at curtishoneycutt.com.

The Limberlost Cabin in Geneva, Ind. (Photo by Don Knebel)

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In our continuing visits to sites within easy driving distance of Indianapolis, we make the first of two stops at TRAVEL homes of Gene Stratton-Porter, an underappreciated Hoosier author and conservationist.

Geneva Stratton was born in 1863 on a farm near Lagro in Wabash County, the last of 12 children. As a child, she developed a love of animals and nature, earning her the nickname “The Little Bird Woman.” In 1884, she met 34-year-old Charles Porter, a wealthy businessman, at a Chautauqua gathering in northern Indiana. After they married in 1886, she shortened her name to Gene and added his surname to hers, becoming Gene Stratton-Porter. Two years later, the couple moved to a small home in Geneva, Ind., to be closer to his business interests.

When oil was discovered on the home site, they built a rustic Queen Anne-style house near Geneva’s infamous 13,000-acre Limberlost Swamp. The two-story, 14-room house, featuring a cedar log façade and wrap-around porch, became known as the Limberlost Cabin.

Stratton-Porter rejected the traditional

role and dress of a housewife, wearing slacks and writing novels and magazine articles. Limberlost Swamp became a place for her to explore nature and a setting for her writings. While living at Limberlost Cabin, Stratton-Porter wrote six novels and five nature books, including the best-selling “Freckles” and “A Girl of the Limberlost.”

After receiving a small box camera from her daughter for Christmas, Stratton-Porter became an accomplished nature photographer, hauling equipment into the swamp and hiding to get pictures of wildlife. She developed the pictures in her bathroom and on turkey trays in the dining room. While at Limberlost Cabin, her photographs won four national awards and she became independently wealthy.

After Limberlost Swamp was drained, Stratton-Porter built another home near Sylvan Lake in Noble County, which we will visit next week.

Don Knebel is a local resident. For the full column visit donknebel.com.

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