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EDUCATION

By Elissa Maudlin elissa@youarecurrent.com

In an effort to promote safety and reduce inappropriate behavior, the Noblesville Schools Board of Trustees approved a new restroom design for the ongoing Noblesville High School expansion project.

Construction on the project began in January.

Modified Design Options:

The new restrooms — which will be inside the new academic addition — will have a fully visible hallway with a wall separating males and females; upgraded emergency alert sensors with a panic button; and vape

The design, created by the design firm CSO, was presented by Noblesville Schools Superintendent Daniel Hile after the board received feedback from the community.

According to school officials, the goal of the restroom design is to reduce bullying, fighting, vaping and smoking, drug use, graffiti, inappropriate relations, adults using student restrooms, phone camera usage

Option 1: Add half height wall & add typical restroom signage. (Approx. cost $5,000-10,000 per restroom)

Other options the board did not approve include adding a half-height wall in the middle of the bathroom or having one of the two restooms be for males and the other be for females. According to a rendering of the approved design, the bathroom entry is fully visible from the hallway to allow passive supervision. Each stall has full-height walls and doors with vape sensors and security cameras. The restroom is for all students, but the design includes a full-height wall separating it into sections for males and females.

The board also approved upgraded emergency alert sensors for the restrooms that can detect certain words and loud noises or commotion. They also can identify how many people are in a space. The sensitivity levels can be adjusted.

“We always try to think of ways to improve student supervision and safety, and

*Modified to include

so the real vision behind all of this that kind of led to CSO offering this as an option was in what ways can we help minimize places where students are not easily supervised and liable to get themselves in mischief?” Hile said.

Option 2: Add full height wall down center of room to provide separation. (Approx. cost $10,000-15,000 per restroom)

Option 3a: Distinguish restrooms by floor.

building. The bid from Myers Construction Management Inc. is $979,000. The funds for the project are from a 2021 bond after Noblesville Schools underspent on a tennis courts project.

Option 3b: Distinguish restrooms by floor and renovate nearby restroom to opposite gender (Approx. cost $250,000-350,000 per renovated restroom)

In other business, the board approved a bid for the Educational Services Center Interior Renovation project that will create offices primarily along the exterior of the

The next regular board meeting is set for 6 p.m. March 19 at the Educational Services Center, 18025 River Rd. The board voted 3-2 in favor of changing board meeting times to 6 p.m. starting in March.

A rendering of the high school expansion with one of the new restrooms in the background. (Rendering courtesy of CSO)

A design plan for the restrooms.

(Photo courtesy of CSO)

sinks in ADA toilet rooms

Disability Resource Fair set

By Elissa Maudlin elissa@youarecurrent.com

The Noblesville Advisory Council on Disabilities will hold a Disability Resource Fair at 6 p.m. March 12 at City Hall, 16 S. 10th St. The inaugural event will showcase businesses and providers offering resources for people with disabilities.

CITY NEWS

Providers that will be on-site include:

• Noblesville Schools

• Limitless (post-high school)

• Education Scholarship Account Program

• Same As U

• Janus Developmental Services

• The Arc

• BeeFree Gluten-Free Bakery

• Noblesville Housing Authority

• Hamilton County Express

• Vocational Rehabilitation

• CICOA

• ABLE Accounts

• Resounding Joy

• Hamilton CO WIC

• Saving Our Sisters, Inc.

• ResCare Community Living — Central Region

• Noblesville Chamber of Commerce

• Honest Helping Hands Home Care Community Relations Manager in the Mayor’s Office Lexie Rock said the event will connect people to resources and make people feel included.

“I think it will have an impact on them knowing that they belong here. This is an inclusive community where we want everyone to thrive and be their best selves,” Rock said.

Councilmember Carrie Hobbs Guiden is the senior executive officer of chapters and community at The Arc, a intellectual and developmental disabilities nonprofit. She said the resource fair will bring awareness to residents and reaffirm that people with disabilities should be included in city planning.

Councilmember Jennifer Wiese also looks forward to the event. She is the founder and CEO of BeeFree Gluten-Free Bakery, which employs people with disabilities.

“The intent (for the event) is for all of Noblesville, if they’re interested in learning more information about disabilities in general, about how people live and work and play in Noblesville and how we can enhance that,” Wiese said.

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Indie Coffee Roasters opens Noblesville location

By Elissa Maudlin elissa@youarecurrent.com

Indie Coffee Roasters opened a new store Feb. 14 within Federal Hill Apartments at 196 Westfield Rd. in Noblesville. The location is the fourth for the coffee brand, which also has stores in Carmel and West Lafayette.

BUSINESS

The shop sells coffee, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate, tea, kombucha and other beverages. According to the company, Indie Coffee Roasters — which opened its first store in 2018 — also sells its coffee blends in 33 Meijer stores across the state, including in Noblesville and Carmel.

“(What got the business off the ground is) a lot of support from the community,” said Diane McAndrews, Indie Coffee Roasters’ co-founder. “It took a lot of people who came back in after the first time, after the second time, who’d bring friends (where) we got to know them.”

McAndrews said coffee beans are roasted

in-house. The company has a combined 40 to 45 employees at its stores.

McAndrews said her favorite part of the business is interacting with people and coffee.

“That’s the part that makes it all turn,” she said. “That’s the thing that keeps the gears going. That’s why you do it.”

Indie Coffee Roasters is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. For more, visit indiecoffeeroasters.com.

Indie Coffee Roasters employees serve coffee to guests at the Federal Hill Apartments groundbreaking Feb. 16. (Photo by Elissa Maudlin)

COMMUNITY

MARCH COMMUNITY CALENDAR

ENGAGED NOBLESVILLE!

The Engaged Noblesville Wedding Expo will be from 1 to 4 p.m. March 3 in Hamilton Town Center, 13901 Town Center Blvd. The event is for soon-to-be married couples and is an opportunity for attendees to connect with vendors in the wedding industry. General admission is free and there is a limited number of $20 VIP tickets that include early access, private venue tours and champagne for up to four guests. The event will showcase venues, floral arrangements, photographers, wedding designers and more. For more, email Jessica@AtomicEventsIndy.com.

CELESTIAL PARTY

The Hamilton East Public Library at 1 Library Plaza will be hosting a Celestial Party from 3 to 4:30 p.m. March 21. It is free to attend. Attendees will learn about the sun and about the solar eclipse while engaging in fun activities. It will be held in the Youth Services Large Program Room and is a family event.

JUNIOR BAKERS CLASSES

At Forest Park Lodge, 701 Cicero Rd., the Noblesville Parks & Recreation Department will host Junior Bakers classes from 5 to 6:30 p.m. March 7, 14 and 21. The baking classes will teach attendees how to make springtime favorites and the Junior Bakers will be side-by-side with baking teachers. It is $40 for residents and $46 for nonresidents. The event is designed for 8- to 12-year-olds. For more information, call 317-776-6350.

MILLER-PALOOZA

The Noblesville Schools Education Foundation is hosting Miller-Palooza at 6 p.m. March 15 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Noblesville Indianapolis Conference Center, 13700 Conference Center Dr. S. The event is an annual fundraiser for the Noblesville Schools Education Foundation.

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS “BELONGING”

The Noblesville Diversity Coalition and The Gathering House will be hosting another Community Conversations event at 1372 Cherry St. Discussions at the event will center on the importance of belonging, fostering inclusivity, building stronger relationships and embracing diversity. The event is at 6:30 p.m. March 27. Community Conversations was made for the community to listen and talk with each other with the goal of having a civil conversation, increasing understanding and widening perspectives. Each Community Conversation is facilitated by a trained table host and includes a conversation guide. Admission is free.

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS

Cherry Tree Road will be closed beginning on or after March 1 as crews begin construction of the new Pleasant Street and bridge over Cicero Creek. During construction, residents who live on Cherry Tree Road will still have access to their homes. When construction is complete, Cherry Tree Road north of Pleasant Street will have a cul-de-sac.

MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS

Success of NobleACT Shared at Statehouse

Success of NobleACT Shared at Statehouse

Success of NobleACT Shared at Statehouse

MENTAL

dogs Luna, Carbon, and Sadie. NobleACT has reduced the number of repeat calls to emergency services from some residents needing support while connecting them with a full spectrum of

dogs Luna, Carbon, and Sadie. NobleACT has reduced the number of repeat calls to emergency services from some residents needing support while connecting them with a full spectrum of

HEALTH MATTERS

dogs Luna, Carbon, and Sadie. NobleACT has reduced the number of repeat calls to emergency services from some residents needing support while connecting them with a full spectrum of

communities to invest in proactive and sustainable mental health resources to rehabilitate at-risk Hoosiers while reducing public safety expenses across Indiana.

SB 10 is a statewide pilot program empowering communities to invest in proactive and sustainable mental health resources to rehabilitate at-risk Hoosiers while reducing public safety expenses across Indiana.

Success of NobleACT Shared at Statehouse

Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen recently testified at the Statehouse in support of Senate Bill 10 (SB 10), the Indiana Community Cares initiative grant pilot program. The bill was unanimously approved by the Senate earlier this month and has moved to the House.

SB 10 is a statewide pilot program empowering communities to invest in proactive and sustainable mental health resources to rehabilitate at-risk Hoosiers while reducing public safety expenses across Indiana.

calls to emergency services from some residents needing support while connecting them with a full spectrum of resources that would meet their needs.

“The City of Noblesville prioritizes public safety and the health of our community through the NobleACT Program. This program has proven it can save lives, and it’s now time to take this program statewide,” said Mayor Jensen. “This bill is a substantial step forward in investing in our people and the future of integrated public health and safety.”

“The City of Noblesville prioritizes public safety and the health of our community through the NobleACT Program. This program has proven it can save lives, and it’s now time to take this program statewide,” said Mayor Jensen. “This bill is a substantial step forward in investing in our people and the future of integrated public health and safety.”

“The City of Noblesville prioritizes public safety and the health of our community through the NobleACT Program. This program has proven it can save lives, and it’s now time to take this program statewide,” said Mayor Jensen. “This bill is a substantial step forward in investing in our people and the future of integrated public health and safety.”

“The City of Noblesville prioritizes public safety and the health of our community through the NobleACT Program. This program has proven it can save lives, and it’s now time to take this program statewide,” said Mayor Jensen. “This bill is a substantial step forward in investing in our people and the future of integrated public health and safety.”

In 2020, the City of Noblesville launched the NobleACT program, a proactive and sustainable mental health collaboration aimed at strengthening community-based responses through a partnership with the police and fire departments and area service providers. Since its inception, the NobleACT program has responded to over 6,000 calls for help to appropriately address issues like housing, mental health episodes, challenges associated with aging and premature birth, and addiction issues with the help of a crisis intervention specialist on staff and K-9 therapy dogs Luna, Carbon, and Sadie. NobleACT has reduced the number of repeat

In 2020, the City of Noblesville launched the NobleACT program, a proactive and sustainable mental health collaboration aimed at strengthening community-based responses through a partnership with the police and fire departments and area service providers. Since its inception, the NobleACT program has responded to over 6,000 calls for help to appropriately address issues like housing, mental health episodes, challenges associated with aging and premature birth, and addiction issues with the help of a crisis intervention specialist on staff and K-9 therapy

“I have witnessed firsthand the challenges that can arise when mental health is not prioritized in a community. Noblesville has proven the success of its NobleACT program, which exemplifies the need for the Community Cares Initiative Grant Pilot Program to exist statewide,” said State Sen. Baldwin (R-District 20). “I’m committed to getting this legislation across the finish line so Hoosiers will ultimately receive the mental health and support services they deserve while providing resources to our first responders who answer the calls for help.”

“I have witnessed firsthand the challenges that can arise when mental health is not prioritized in a community. Noblesville has proven the success of its NobleACT program, which exemplifies the need for the Community Cares Initiative Grant Pilot Program to exist statewide,” said State Sen. Baldwin (R-District 20). “I’m committed to getting this legislation across the finish line so Hoosiers will ultimately receive the mental health and support services they deserve while providing resources to our first responders who answer the calls for help.”

“I have witnessed firsthand the challenges that can arise when mental health is not prioritized in a community. Noblesville has proven the success of its NobleACT program, which exemplifies the need for the Community Cares Initiative Grant Pilot Program to exist statewide,” said State Sen. Baldwin (R-District 20). “I’m committed to getting this legislation across the finish line so Hoosiers will ultimately receive the mental health and support services they deserve while providing resources to our first responders who answer the calls for help.”

“I have witnessed firsthand the challenges that can arise when mental health is not prioritized in a community. Noblesville has proven the success of its NobleACT program, which exemplifies the need for the Community Cares Initiative Grant Pilot Program to exist statewide,” said State Sen. Baldwin (R-District 20). “I’m committed to getting this legislation across the finish line so Hoosiers will ultimately receive the mental health and support services they deserve while providing resources to our first responders who answer the calls for help.”

In 2020, the City of Noblesville launched the NobleACT program, a proactive and sustainable mental health collaboration aimed at strengthening community-based responses through a partnership with the police and fire departments and area service providers. Since its inception, the NobleACT program has responded to over 6,000 calls for help to appropriately address issues like housing, mental health episodes, challenges associated with aging and premature birth, and addiction issues with the help of a crisis intervention specialist on staff and K-9 therapy

In 2020, the City of Noblesville launched the NobleACT program, a proactive and sustainable mental health collaboration aimed at strengthening community-based responses through a partnership with the police and fire departments and area service providers. Since its inception, the NobleACT program has responded to over 6,000 calls for help to appropriately address issues like housing, mental health episodes, challenges associated with aging and premature birth, and addiction issues with the help of a crisis intervention specialist on staff and K-9 therapy

Mayor Jensen has worked to take the NobleACT Program statewide and encouraged state leaders to use Noblesville as a blueprint for similar programs. State Senators Baldwin, Crider (R-District 28), and Charbonneau (R-District 5) have authored SB 10, with an addditional 32 state senators co-authoring the bill. It is being sponsored by Rep. Brad Barrett, Rep. Beau Baird, Rep. Joanna King and Rep. Robin Shackleford.

Mayor Jensen has worked to take the NobleACT Program statewide and encouraged state leaders to use Noblesville as a blueprint for similar programs. State Senators Baldwin, Crider (R-District 28), and Charbonneau (R-District 5) have authored SB 10, with an addditional 32 state senators co-authoring the bill. It is being sponsored by Rep. Brad Barrett, Rep. Beau Baird, Rep. Joanna King and Rep. Robin Shackleford.

Mayor Jensen has worked to take the NobleACT Program statewide and encouraged state leaders to use Noblesville as a blueprint for similar programs. State Senators Baldwin, Crider (R-District 28), and Charbonneau (R-District 5) have authored SB 10, with an addditional 32 state senators co-authoring the bill. It is being sponsored by Rep. Brad Barrett, Rep. Beau Baird, Rep. Joanna King and Rep. Robin Shackleford.

Mayor Jensen has worked to take the NobleACT Program statewide and encouraged state leaders to use Noblesville as a blueprint for similar programs. State Senators Baldwin, Crider (R-District 28), and Charbonneau (R-District 5) have authored SB 10, with an addditional 32 state senators co-authoring the bill. It is being sponsored by Rep. Brad Barrett, Rep. Beau Baird, Rep. Joanna King and Rep. Robin Shackleford. This bill establishes the community cares initiative grant pilot program for the purpose of assisting in the costs of starting or expanding mobile integrated health care programs and mobile crisis teams in Indiana.

This bill establishes the community cares initiative grant pilot program for the purpose of assisting in the costs of starting or expanding mobile integrated health care programs and mobile crisis teams in Indiana.

This bill establishes the community cares initiative grant pilot program for the purpose of assisting in the costs of starting or expanding mobile integrated health care programs and mobile crisis teams in Indiana.

This bill establishes the community cares initiative grant pilot program for the purpose of assisting in the costs of starting or expanding mobile integrated health care programs and mobile crisis teams in Indiana.

Cherry Tree Road

Cherry Tree Road

Cherry Tree Road

Cherry Tree Road will be closed beginning on or after March 1 as crews begin construction of the new Pleasant Street and bridge over Cicero Creek. During construction, residents who live on Cherry Tree Road will still have access to their homes. When construction is complete, Cherry Tree Road north of Pleasant Street will have a cul-de-sac. Cherry Tree Road south of Pleasant Street will have access to the new road with a “right-in/right-out/left-in” configuration.

Cherry Tree Road south of Pleasant Street will have access to the new road with a “right-in/right-out/left-in” configuration.

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Cherry Tree Road will be closed beginning on or after March 1 as crews begin construction of the new Pleasant Street and bridge over Cicero Creek. During construction, residents who live on Cherry Tree Road will still have access to their homes. When construction is complete, Cherry Tree Road north of Pleasant Street will have a cul-de-sac. Cherry Tree Road south of Pleasant Street will have access to the new road with a “right-in/right-out/left-in” configuration.

Cherry Tree Road will be closed beginning on or after March 1 as crews begin construction of the new Pleasant Street and bridge over Cicero Creek. During construction, residents who live on Cherry Tree Road will still have access to their homes. When construction is complete, Cherry Tree Road north of Pleasant Street will have a cul-de-sac. Cherry Tree Road south of Pleasant Street will have access to the new road with a “right-in/rightout/left-in” configuration.

Allisonville Road and 146th Street

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Allisonville Road and 146th Street

Allisonville Road and 146th Street

Beginning on or after March 1, Hamilton County will close Allisonville Road between 146th Street and Kensington Drive and between 146th Street and Helmsley Court for 90 days. Property owners within the closure limits will have still have access to their property. During this time, 146th Street will remain open to all through traffic.

Allisonville Road and 146th Street

Beginning on or after March 1, Hamilton County will close Allisonville Road between 146th Street and Kensington Drive and between 146th Street and Helmsley Court for 90 days. Property owners within the closure limits will have still have access to their property. During this time, 146th Street will remain open to all through traffic.

Beginning on or after March 1, Hamilton County will close Allisonville Road between 146th Street and Kensington Drive and between 146th Street and Helmsley Court for 90 days. Property owners within the closure limits will have still have access to their property. During this time, 146th Street will remain open to all through traffic.

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Beginning on or after March 1, Hamilton County will close Allisonville Road between 146th Street and Kensington Drive and between 146th Street and Helmsley Court for 90 days. Property owners within the closure limits will have still have access to their property. During this time, 146th Street will remain open to all through traffic.

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Little Chicago Road

Little Chicago Road

Little Chicago Road

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Little Chicago Road

The Little Chicago Road Pedestrian Bridge will have temporary signals and closures beginning on or after March 1 as part of the Hamilton County and City of Noblesville project. Crews will be widening the bridge and rehabilitating the existing structure.

The Little Chicago Road Pedestrian Bridge will have temporary signals and closures beginning on or after March 1 as part of the Hamilton County and City of Noblesville project. Crews will be widening the bridge and rehabilitating the existing structure.

The Little Chicago Road Pedestrian Bridge will have temporary signals and closures beginning on or after March 1 as part of the Hamilton County and City of Noblesville project. Crews will be widening the bridge and rehabilitating the existing structure. www.noblesville.in.gov/roadclosures

The Little Chicago Road Pedestrian Bridge will have temporary signals and closures beginning on or after March 1 as part of the Hamilton County and City of Noblesville project. Crews will be widening the bridge and rehabilitating the existing structure.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

April 5: First Friday Eclipse Celebration

April 5: First Friday Eclipse Celebration

April 5: First Friday Eclipse Celebration

April 6: Noblesville Eclipse Concert at Federal Hill Commons

April 6: Noblesville Eclipse Concert at Federal Hill Commons

April 6: Noblesville Eclipse Concert at Federal Hill Commons

April 7: Noblesville’s Eclipse Art Festival

April 7: Noblesville’s Eclipse Art Festival

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

April 7: Noblesville’s Eclipse Art Festival

April 8: Total Solar Eclipse at approximately 3:06 p.m.

April 5: First Friday Eclipse Celebration

April 8: Total Solar Eclipse at approximately 3:06 p.m.

April 8: Total Solar Eclipse at approximately 3:06 p.m.

April 6: Noblesville Eclipse Concert at Federal Hill Commons

April 7: Noblesville’s Eclipse Art Festival

April 8: Total Solar Eclipse at

mental health resources to rehabilitate at-risk Hoosiers while reducing public safety expenses across Indiana.

RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY FOR FEDERAL HILL APARTMENT

From left, Community Development Director Sarah Reed, Noblesville City Councilmembers Evan Elliott, Dave Johnson, Aaron Smith and Mike Davis, Mayor Chris Jensen, Old Town Construction President Steve Jansen, Old Town Companies CEO Justin Moffett, Council President Darren Peterson, Council Vice President Megan Wiles and Public Safety Director Chad Knecht attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony. (Photos by Elissa Maudlin)

The City of Noblesville and real estate development firm Old Town Companies held a ribbon cutting for Federal Hill Apartments Feb. 16. The development includes multifamily apartments, retail spaces, office suites and a parking garage at 196 Westfield Rd.

Guests at the ribbon-cutting ceremony prior to remarks from Mayor Chris Jensen and Old Town Companies CEO Justin Moffett.

Mayor Chris Jensen speaks at the Federal Hill Apartments’ ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Indie Coffee Roasters sells coffee to guests during the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Guerin Catholic junior Cardinal gets boost from basketball pedigree

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Although he played basketball, football and lacrosse through his freshman year at Guerin Catholic High School, it seemed a given that Bryson Cardinal would eventually concentrate on basketball.

After all, his father, Brian Cardinal, was a Purdue University standout who played 12 seasons in the NBA, and his mother, Danielle (Bird) Cardinal, was a Purdue women’s basketball player and is now Guerin’s girls basketball coach.

“I consulted my coaches and my parents just about what was going to be best for me for my sophomore year, and I decided to play AAU, which I think really helped me to develop as a basketball player,” said Bryson, now a junior. “On that team, I played a lot of the perimeter, so I think that really helped me this year to understand where I can get shots from, whether it’s dribble pull-ups or setting a good screen

MEET BRYSON CARDINAL

Favorite athlete: Dirk Nowitzki

Favorite subject: English

Favorite movies: “Star Wars” series

Favorite genre of music: Rap

for someone to slip in, and not just playing that inside guy, the center.”

It wasn’t an easy decision for the Westfield resident, because he played lacrosse for several years and enjoyed it.

“But I started to realize that playing college basketball was really my dream of my future,” Bryson said,

Entering the Class 3A sectional opener against Indianapolis Herron Feb. 27, Bryson, who is nearly 6-foot-8, is averaging 13.5

Guerin Catholic junior Bryson Cardinal, wearing his father’s familiar 35 jersey number, is averaging 13.5 points per game. (Photo courtesy of LiveActionSports)

points and eight rebounds per game for the Golden Eagles (17-7). That’s more than double last season’s scoring average of 6.1.

“His offense has really improved,” Guerin Catholic coach Bob Allen said. “He can score from inside and out and he is another player that our opponents have to prepare

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for. At times, he commands a double team, which is helping some of our other guys to get open looks.”

Allen said Bryson’s game is similar to his father’s.

“Like his father, he is an ultimate competitor,” Allen said. “He wants to win, and he understands the importance of every play, which is why he isn’t afraid to dive for a loose ball or take a charge in a crunchtime situation.”

Allen said his play has definitely attracted interest from NCAA Division I coaches.

“There is no doubt in my mind that he can play at the next level, and he will continue to improve every day,” Allen said.

Like his father, Bryson said his play sometimes irritates opposing teams and fans.

“There’s been a couple of games this season where I’ve had parents yelling at me and coaches yelling at me just because I like to do the dirty work,” he said. “I like to dive on the floor. I like to take the charges. One of my favorite things is guarding one of their bigger or better players and just try to get in their head and being a good hard-nosed player.”

Cardinal

Candidates for May 7 primary

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The deadline for candidates to file for the May 7 primary election was noon Feb. 9. The following candidates will appear on the ballot in Noblesville (individual ballots will vary by districts).

ELECTION

U.S. SENATOR

• Democrat: Marc Carmichael, Valerie McCray

• Republican: Jim Banks, John Rust

U.S. REP. DISTRICT 5

• Democrat: Ryan Pfenninger, Deborah A. Pickett

• Republican: Jonathan D. Brown, Raju Chinthala, Max Engling, Chuck Goodrich, Mark Hurt, Scott King, Patrick Malayter, Matthew Peiffer, LD Powell, Larry L. Savage Jr., Victoria Spartz

INDIANA GOVERNOR

• Democrat: Jennifer McCormick, Tamie Dixon-Tatum

• Republican: Mike Braun, Brad Chambers, Suzanne Crouch, Eric Doden, Curtis Hill, Jamie Reitenour

STATE SEN. DISTRICT 20

• Democrat: Joel Levi

• Republican: Scott A. Baldwin

STATE REP. DISTRICT 29:

• Democrat: Christopher Hartig

• Republican: Laura Alerding, Alaina Shonkwiler

STATE REP. DISTRICT 37:

• Republican: Todd Huston

JUDGE OF THE HAMILTON CIRCUIT COURT, 24TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

Republican: Andrew R. Bloch

COUNTY TREASURER

Republican: Susan Byer, Robert (Bob) Bragg

COUNTY COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 2

Republican: Steven C. Dillinger

COUNTY COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 3

Republican: Mark E. Heirbrandt

COUNTY COUNCIL, AT LARGE (3)

Democrat: Keely J. Gladieux

Republican: Brandon (Brad) Beaver, Elizabeth Fouch, Sue Maki, Steven R. Nation

In the heart of the vibrant community of Indianapolis, the Edison School of the Arts found itself facing both challenges and opportunities. Amy Berns, the dedicated Principal of the school, was not just juggling the responsibilities of an educational leader but also playing the role of CEO, determined to provide the best for her students.

Recognizing the unique challenges faced by Edison School of the Arts, Tom Wood Subaru decided to join forces with AdoptAClassroom.org to make a lasting impact for this school. AdoptAClassroom. org collaborated with Tom Wood Subaru to provide $5000 to Edison School of the Arts. The Leadership Team at Edison then chose 10 deserving teachers, to give $500 each, for their individual classrooms. Sadly, so many teachers reach into their own pockets to provide much needed items for their students.

Through these funds, teachers were able to purchase writing utensils, stickers, candy, crayons, stamps, and so much more! One of the primary focuses was the introduction of a Book Vending Machine, but it didn’t stop there, the school needed more than just books – clothing, personal hygiene items, and volunteers were also essential to fostering a conducive learning environment. A food pantry box was also established, ensuring that no student went hungry.

The teachers and students at Edison sent us so many great photos, sharing their many purchases made through the collaboration with Tom Wood Subaru and Adoptaclassroom.org. We were so touched to receive the beautiful pictures

and thank you cards that the children created! Thank you children....we are the ones that are blessed to be able to help you!!

Would you like to join us in helping Edison School of the Arts?

If you would like to volunteer, provide donations, or help Edison School of the Arts in any way, please be sure to reach out to Ebony Cook or Amy Berns at 317-226-4992 or via email at bernsa@myips.org

Students and their parents participate at one of the the Edison School Of Arts classrooms.

Rose of Impetus aims to grow

By Samantha Kupiainen news@currentincarmel.com

Alpha Kappa Alpha, the first sorority for Black women, has chapters across the state. Many members want to remain involved after college, and that’s where Rose of Impetus comes in.

SORORITY

Together with the rest of her Alpha Kappa Alpha sisters, Pat Gamble-Moore established Rose of Impetus in Hamilton and Hancock Counties. For now, the group is a sub-organization of the overarching Alpha Kappa Alpha as it waits to gain enough membership to make it a full-fledged sorority chapter, which is why it doesn’t have a Greek name yet.

It will take one to two years for Rose of Impetus to become a full-fledged sorority chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha. During that time frame, the group will have to demonstrate that it has a growing membership. Since its launch in February 2023, the group has gone from six members to more than 35 members.

“We had to establish that there was a

need for our programs in Hamilton County and then we have to continue to demonstrate that we have enough members to sustain and grow a chapter,” Gamble-Moore said.

Some of the main goals of Rose of Impetus are to elevate problems affecting girls and women, cultivate high scholastic and ethical standards, and be of service to all mankind.

“We feel like we have talent and experience to share with the community, especially with our youth,” Gamble-Moore said.

Those interested in membership can reach out to membership@roseofimpetus. org.

ESKENAZI HEALTH FOUNDATION IS GRATEFUL TO FOR THEIR LEAD GIFT

THEY BELIEVE IN: “Partnership. We’re very strategic in the causes we support and in choosing organizations we align with. Eskenazi Health’s neighborhood-centric approach and track record makes this project a natural fit for us. We’re proud to be associated with this.”

Rose Impetus members volunteer with Crimestoppers during a shredding event. (Photo courtesy of Pat Gamble-Moore)

‘HEALTHIER OPTIONS’

Noblesville family sells locally-sourced food products through farm-to-table business

By Elissa Maudlin elissa@youarecurrent.com

In 2022, Noblesville resident Suzanne Flanders sampled milk from an Amish family in Shipshewana. Impressed by the product, she and her family decided to bring the milk, and other products, to central Indiana by creating the farm-to-table business Simply from Scratch.

Simply from Scratch is family-owned and operated. Its slogan is, “The grocery just got local.” It began as a catering business in 2010 and became a farm-to-table business in 2022.

During the winter months, the business has pop-up shops and farm pickups where customers can purchase items from the family’s farm on Strawtown Avenue in Noblesville. During the summer, Simply from Scratch sells products at farmers markets throughout central Indiana.

The business specializes in ingredients for “made-from-scratch” meals by selling produce, milk, cheese, eggs, home-baked goods and more. Whatever the family doesn’t produce on its farm, it sources from local producers, such as milk from Amish Country Dairy, butter and cheese from Heritage Creamery and seasonings from Weaver.

“It’s nice to be able to tell people where their milk is coming from, where things that they’re consuming daily come from,” said Lauren Flanders, Suzanne’s daughter-in-law.

“So, that was kind of a big pride of ours to be able to say, ‘We know exactly where this is coming from, the process that it’s going through,’ and just kind of bring healthier options that are even also cheaper for the local families, local communities.”

Joel Flanders, Suzanne’s son and Lauren’s husband, said Simply from Scratch is “an affordable mobile option” as opposed to shopping at traditional grocery stores.

“When you come and purchase from us, we can tell you exactly where all of our products came from, and that’s something we’re really excited about,” Lauren said.

Suzanne said the family focuses on providing quality products without preservatives.

“I had a gentleman come back (recently) that sampled our (product) for the first time last week and came back and bought eight

3-liters of milk,” said Jim Flanders, Suzanne’s husband. “He bought, I think, one last week, and his kids loved it and (he) said, ‘We will be a weekly order’ because it reminds him of the milk he had growing up because he grew up on a small dairy farm.”

Farming has always been a family tradition for the Flanders. Some of the family

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members also have full- or part-time jobs in addition to working for Simply from Scratch.

“We get asked a lot, ‘When do we sleep?’” Suzanne said.

But the family enjoys operating the business together.

“Family’s huge to us,” Joel said. “Family is everything. I’m a seventh generation (fam-

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ily worker) on the farm, (my son’s) eighth (generation and) we want to work with our family full time.”

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HOURS: The business has pop-up shops at various locations and sells items at farmers markets throughout central Indiana

For information on pop-up locations or to schedule a farm pickup, visit facebook.com/simplyfromscratch.in/.

Simply from Scratch sells products from its mobile truck. (Photo courtesy of Suzanne and Lauren Flanders)

Suzanne Flanders, Lauren Flanders and Joel Flanders own and operate Simply from Scratch. (Photo by Elissa Maudlin)

Much ado about nothing

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

When I retired from television three years ago, I hoped to relax and have nothing to do.

HUMOR

But I did have stuff to do. Lots of stuff. I was busier than ever. So, I decided last week that I would set out a day where I had absolutely nothing to do. Zero. Nada. That was my goal.

Today looks good. I have nothing to do. Absolutely nothing. I don’t know where to put myself. But putting myself somewhere is doing something, so I better be careful.

I am home now. I am two weeks ahead on my humor column. No bills to pay. We have no dog to walk. All my laundry has been folded and put away. I think I’ve done it. But I am a little bored.

You might say, “Dick, why don’t you read a book or watch a movie on TV?” But then I am doing something. That’s been my way of avoiding what needs to get done. If I read a book when I have nothing to do, what will I do when I really have to do something, and I don’t want to? I’m losing you, aren’t I? Don’t stop reading now. Do you have anything better to do?

I’ll call one of my busiest friends. I know he’ll be jealous.

“Bob, it’s Dick. What are you doing?”

“Nothing, what about you?”

“Hey, that’s exactly what I’m doing.”

“Dick, when I say nothing, I don’t really mean nothing. I’m paying some bills, shopping online, laundry.”

“You call that nothing? That’s a lot of something. Don’t you know anything about nothing? I am really doing nothing. I mean absolutely nothing.”

“Do you want to come over here and do something together?”

“No, Bob, that’s the whole point. I don’t want to have anything to do with you.”

“Well, you don’t have to get nasty about it.”

I tried another friend …

“I am two weeks ahead on my humor column. No bills to pay. We have no dog to walk. All my laundry has been folded and put away. I think I’ve done it. But I am a little bored.”

– DICK WOLFSIE

“Mikki, it’s Dick. Guess what? I have nothing to do.”

“So, take a nap.”

“A nap? You consider a nap nothing? A good nap is a commitment. A nap is not nothing. Trust me. If I were sleepy right now, a nap would be something to do. Geez, can’t I find one friend who knows something about nothing?”

I called my wife. I decided to rub it in.

“Mary Ellen, I wanted you to know I am home right now and I have absolutely nothing to do.”

“You’re home in a house that has burnedout light bulbs, a broken smoke detector, a dishwasher to be unloaded and a dirty litter box … and you say you have nothing to do? I’m glad you called. Get moving, time to get things done.”

Boy, did that backfire. Now, I have like four things to do. I guess I better get started. I have nothing else to do.

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MUSIC

Veteran actress-singer Purl set for Feinstein’s show

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Linda Purl has had her share of recognizable TV roles through the years.  She portrayed Fonzie’s girlfriend on “Happy Days,” Ben Matlock’s daughter on the first season of “Matlock” and Pam Beesly’s mother on “The Office.

“I feel lucky to be a journeyman actress and have been active through different decades of my life,” said Purl, who also sings and will perform at 7:30 p.m. March 7 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel Purl, 68, said “The Office” attracted a new generation of viewers.

“I gained temporary coolness with my son,” she said. “It’s fun to go around the country and perform because you meet people who have enjoyed those shows.”

Purl said the show is based on her 2023 album, “This Could Be The Start.”

“It’s very joyful to be in the intimate setting (that) cabaret is,” Purl said. “It’s a special, jeweled treasure-box art form. To be in a smaller room and do these beautiful songs with a group of strangers and virtually embrace at the end of the evening and go back to your lives (is special).”

Purl will be accompanied in the concert by her music director, Tedd Firth.

“He’s a phenomenal jazz pianist,” she said. “We’ve been working together for years. It’s all (material) from the Great American Songbook, which is one of the many reasons why we absolutely worship Michael Feinstein, because he has really single-handedly created this space for the Great American Songbook to thrive in and to keep it alive. One of the many reasons that appeals to me is that, more than other eras of music, they are short stories. So, as an actress and a singer, that very much appeals to me. There’s always a beginning, middle and end. There’s a journey and a character behind the voice in the song.”

The songs were a way for people to heal after World War II and the Korean War, Purl said.

“There were great fissures in their lives that they needed to massage and work through,” she said. “They articulate the human spirit with such depth and such poetry, and the music’s not bad, too. They touch on timeless themes and there’s also, as I’ve learned through Tedd, there’s such an elasticity in the songs. You can do them straightforwardly. You can put them into a jazz feel, and they work. These songs can time travel for different eras and different tastes.”

One of her favorites is “I’m in the Mood for Love.”

“It’s engaging, it’s inviting,” Purl said. “It’s fun to be able to share that moment thematically with an audience. It’s a wellknown tune, but Tedd just has an unusual treatment of it.”

Eight years after appearing as Richie’s date, Gloria, in Season 2 of “Happy Days,” Purl returned in a regular role as a new character in Season 10.

Purl and her boyfriend, Patrick Duffy, have recurring roles on “The Bold and the Beautiful.” Duffy is best known as Bobby Ewing on “Dallas.”

Duffy and Purl have a business called Duffy’s Dough.

“It’s been a big adventure for us with a huge learning curve,” Purl said. “Patrick has

had a sourdough starter in his family for over 70 years and Patrick is a wonderful baker. At one point, he said I should start a business with this, and I said, ‘Yes, of course.’”

They reached out to business friends, who advised the couple on a simple model.

“They said they just start doing it all in one kit, so when people receive the package, they have the sugar, the flour, the rolling pins, the recipes and the aprons to get started,” she said.

Purl said they were advised to start with 200 packages and see if they sold.

“We had a packing party and launched in September 2022 and hoped they would sell by Christmas, and they all sold by noon of our first day,” Purl said. “It was great but terrifying news because we had to make a bunch more packages. It’s been going strong ever since.”

All net proceeds go to food scarcity charities.

“That’s our end game,” Purl said. “At this point in our lives, we want to be celebrating with gratitude the fortune that we’ve had, and we want to be part of giving back on a regular basis.”

For more, visit lindapurl.com and duffysdough.com. For tickets, visit feinsteinshc. com.

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‘BEAUTIFUL”

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

LIVE AT THE CENTER

Peyton Womack Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Studio Theater as part of the Live at the Center series at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Tickets are $10 or register for the free livestream. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

CIVIC IN CONCERT

Civic in Concert will present music from “Ragtime” at 7 p.m. March 2 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

MIXED REP

Central Indiana Dance Ensemble will present “Mixed Rep” at 4 p.m. March 3 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit cidedance.org.

‘VIOLET’

Carmel Community Players’ production of “Violet,” a musical, is set for March 1-10 at the Switch Theatre, 10029 E. 126th St., Suite D, Fishers. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

DISPATCH

ICC presents musical journey across the U.S. — The Indianapolis Children’s Choir will present “The Crossroads of America” performance at 4 p.m. March 10 at Hilbert Circle Theatre. “The idea for this concert is to really celebrate the diverse genres of music in our country,” ICC Artistic Director Joshua Pedde said. More than 250 singers will perform songs in the style of gospel, spiritual, jazz, folk and more. Performing choirs include Beginning Level Choirs and Lyric Choirs that have locations across Indianapolis, as well as the advanced singers in Indy Voice. Master Chorale, the ICC’s high school division, will round out the performance with mixed voices. Tickets are $14 and can be purchased online in advance at icchoir. org/tickets. Ages 5 and under can attend for free but require a ticket.

Veteran actress-singer Linda Purl will perform at Feinstein’s March 7. (Photo by Kevin Alvey)

Veteran actress/singer Linda Purl and boyfriend Patrick Duffy. (Photo courtesy of Linda Purl)

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CHS grad advances on ‘Idol’

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

The third time Meggie Iyer tried out for “American Idol,” she finally got an opportunity to audition for celebrity judges. She certainly made the most of it.

PERFORMANCE

The 2023 Carmel High School graduate earned a ticket to the Hollywood portion of the show with a cover of Bonnie Raitt’s “I Can’t Make You Love Me.” Judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Katy Perry each gave thumbs up to Iyer’s performance, with Perry declaring she was Top Ten material. Iyer was featured Feb. 18 on the Season 22 premiere.

“I’ve been dreaming about going on ‘American Idol’ for practically my entire life,” the Indiana University freshman said. “I grew up watching the show. So, it was really a dream come true to be able to audition on such an amazing, well-known stage. I felt like I wasn’t expecting as good of a reaction as I got from the judges. So, when I got such an amazing reaction, I felt really shocked and I was so excited.”

The audition was in Leesburg, Ga., Bryan’s hometown.

Iyer was emotional when she saw the judges’ reaction.

“When Katy Perry started to stand up and clap. I think it was a huge, huge moment for me,” Iyer said. “I immediately started crying, and then when Lionel and Luke followed, I about lost it, like I was so surprised and excited to have gotten that reaction from them.”

Iyer said she is excited for friends and family to see her progress.

“I want everyone to see my musicality as they follow along with the process,” she said.

Carmel High School graduate Meggie Iyer advanced to the Hollywood round of “American Idol.” (Photo by Brittany Iriarte)

Studdard returns as ‘The Cat’

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

There are good reasons why Jonathan Studdard is in the title role in Civic Theatre’s production of “The Cat in the Hat” for the fifth time.

“He is fearless and will try anything,” said Anne Beck, who directs the annual performances. “He is playful. His smile and giggle are infectious. He would prefer not to carry the big red box with Thing 1 and Thing 2 in it — but he knows how much fun kids will have with Thing 1 and 2 that he does it for them.”

“The Cat in the Hat” is set for public performances at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. March 2 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Performances for school children begin Feb. 27.

Studdard always enjoys performing the role.

“It is so thrilling to find new moments to breathe life into the show,” Studdard said. “It doesn’t get old because it’s always the best feeling to hear and see the kids having so much fun. The show is very specific in the way we present it, so there is not

much room for deviating away from our model. But there are small moments that we can breathe new things into the show.”

Beck said the show is fun to direct.

“It is organized mischief and chaos,” Beck said. “The actors do so much physically and mentally with thousands of sound cues.”

Noblesville resident Emily Bohannon returns in the role of Sally. Indianapolis resident Karen Woods Hurt plays Thing 2 for the second consecutive year.

For more, visit civictheatre.org.

ZCHS senior gets special role

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Zionsville Community High School senior Izzy Casciani figures this is a rare opportunity.

MUSICAL

Casciani will appear in a concert of the music from “The Trouble With Dead Boyfriends” at 5 and 8 p.m. April 20 at The Tobias Theater at Newfields in Indianapolis. It’s the sixth musical supported by Discovering Broadway, a pre-Broadway incubator nonprofit founded by Carmel High School graduate Joel Kirk

Broadway (Sierra Boggess, Erika Henningsen and Samantha Pauly), which put me in contact with the directing team.”

Kirk said each cast member is making their Discovering Broadway debut.

“I saw Izzy Casciani and Alanna Porter perform in our master classes and the world saw Ephraim Owens get a four-chair turn on ‘The Voice,’” Kirk said. “Brett Mutter and Sadie Cohen also blew the authors and I away in the audition with distinct choices. I am excited to direct this exceptionally talented group.”

Owens is a Carmel resident and Cohen is a Carmel High School freshman.

“I feel so privileged to be able to learn about and participate in the early process of creating a show,” Casciani said. “As an actor, you usually only get to work on the finished product, so this is very exciting.”

Casciani said her college audition coach, Kelly Butler Smith, sent her the casting call.

“The character I was cast in felt very similar to some of the material we had worked on,” Casciani said. “Then, I received further information because I had participated in some master classes through Discovering

The dark comedy is described as a female empowerment musical. It centers on Stella, Grace and Madison as they navigate senior prom with their dream dates — who just happen to be dead.

“We’ve received limited information so far, but I am always excited to support new theater and I am confident the show will not only be entertaining but will include some great messages for any type of audience,” Casciani said.

For more, visit discoveringbroadway.org.

Jonathan Studdard plays the title role in “The Cat in the Hat” (Photo courtesy of Civic Theatre)

Casciani

Join us in person for a luncheon where we’ll listen to motivational humorist and speaker Desi Payne. Desi, will share “The Incredible Power of Laughter.” As a breast cancer survivor, Desi understands the power of resilience.

Location: Ritz Charles, Carmel

For questions, contact Polly Craig at pcraig@riverview.org or 317.776.7938. Register online by April 10 at riverview.org/24WomenofVision.

Visiting the Pyramids of Giza

Commentary by Don Knebel

In our continuing visit to Egypt, we stop by the famous pyramids on the Giza Plateau above Cairo.

TRAVEL

The Giza pyramids were built as tombs for three consecutive pharaohs — Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure — who ruled Egypt between 2589 B.C. and 2504 B.C. Scholars believe paid workers, including farmers during annual Nile River flooding, built the pyramids. Khufu’s pyramid, the earliest and largest, is often called the Great Pyramid, the only surviving “wonder” of the ancient world. It was originally 481 feet tall, making it the tallest thing made by man for almost 4,000 years. The Great Pyramid, built between about 2589 B.C. to 2566 B.C., was constructed from 2.3 million stone blocks, weighing an average of 2 1/2 tons each. If those blocks were laid end to end, they would extend more than 2,000 miles. At 92 million cubic feet, Khufu’s pyramid is still the most massive structure ever built. Its alignment varies from true north by less than 3.4-arc minutes, less

than 1 part in 1,000. Its base, the size of 10 football fields, is a perfect square to within 4.6 inches, again less than 1 part per 1,000. All of this was accomplished when the Egyptians had not yet invented the wheel and had only stone and copper tools.

Khafre’s pyramid is smaller than that of his father but appears larger because of its higher elevation. Its apex still contains the polished white limestone that once covered all the Giza pyramids. The Great Sphinx, about a mile east of Khafre’s pyramid, lies in the quarry from which workers mined limestone for that pyramid. Scholars believe its damaged face is that of Khafre. The pyramid of Menkaure is by far the smallest of the Giza pyramids, rising only to about 215 feet, less than half the height of Khufu’s Great Pyramid.

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The Pyramids of Giza outside of Cairo. (Photo by Don Knebel)

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5. Dwelling

10. “Golly!”

14. Crude letters?

15. “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” author

16. Make a decision, as the Indiana Supreme Court

17. White River angler’s catch

18. Boss with a Monument Circle music group?

20. Civic Theatre play start

21. Latin 101 verb

22. Lauder of cosmetics

23. Camera type, briefly

25. Prejudice

27. Cartoonist with a Newfields gallery?

32. Drunk

36. Argentine soccer star

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37. Face part

39. Haunted house sound

40. Bikini piece

41. Cheese Shop variety

44. Sr. and Jr. at NHS

45. Wicked

47. Gov. Holcomb rejection

48. Off the leash

50. Made over

52. Snake Pit attire on a hot race day?

54. Hombre’s house

56. Evansville winter hrs.

57. Early Peruvians

60. ___ tea

63. Stood up

67. Monthly jewel for a downtown Indy play producer?

69. “___ It Romantic?”

70. Slushy drink

71. Hefty wrestlers

72. Stylish

73. WTHR timetable, informally

74. Went on a buying spree

75. “Hell ___ no fury...”

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2. Heroic tale

3. ZCHS final, e.g.

4. Great divides

5. Declare

6. A/C measures

7. “My bad!”

8. Doofus

9. Poetic contraction

10. NASA’s “Gus” who was a paperboy for The Indianapolis Star

11. Expel

12. ___ gin fizz

13. Roll-call response

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26. “A likely story!”

27. Yellow shade

28. Chutzpah

29. “To repeat...”

30. Enough, for some

31. Miniseries based on a Haley novel

33. “Happy birthday ___”

34. Ankle bones

35. Beginning

38. Put in an overhead bin

42. Currier’s partner

43. Charitable donations

46. Found the spot

49. Indy Zoo big bird

51. Bandmate of Crosby and Stills

53. Least friendly

55. Throw a tantrum

57. Heron’s kin

58. Indianapolis City Councilor Roberts

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61. “___ Alone”

62. Bard’s “soon”

64. Job safety org.

65. Foul mood

66. Engrave, in a way

68. Leak sound

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