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officers are coming, and since we have this relationship with a lot of these patients, we can step in and deescalate a situation because of having rapport with them. We are At a North Central District meeting conin a unique position where we can do that ducted by Fishers City CounUPDATE cilor Eric Moeller, resisometimes and police officers can’t.

We are working hand-in-hand with dents heard from Fishpolice officers to develop that so we ers Fire Dept. Capt. John Mehling, don’t have those situations. who provided an update on new FFD “What we ended up finding out initaitives and safety tips. was she wasn’t taking her mediMehling informed residents about cine because she lost her driver’s the department’s new position, EMS license, which means she couldn’t duty officer, which is a 24-hour role go to get the medicine. By working in which a vehicle and its personnel Mehling with other agencies, she got her respond to mental health incidents. driver’s license back, got some financial as“We are not only responding to that sistance and got back on the medicine, and emergency but building relationships,” we haven’t been back since.”

Mehling said. “Mental health is a big thing, Mehling also mentioned a similar FFD iniand we are trying to address that as well. tiative called the Community Paramedicine For example, we had a lady that was doing Program. If a patient is released from the great and then all of a sudden kept having hospital and sent home with dressings and episode after episode after episode. Police

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By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com Zionsville Republican Steve Braun has suspended his campaign for the ELECTION 5th Congressional District because of health concerns.

He stated that doctors identified an issue during an annual checkup in September that will require him to step away from the cam-

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paign for “the next few months.” He did not specify the diagnosis.

“I am both frustrated and disappointed to have to suspend my campaign at this critical juncture,” he stated. “Now more than ever, we need to send individuals to Washington who have the capability, the experience and the willingness to address the problems we face.“ Other Republicans in the race are Indiana State Treasurer Kelly Mitchell, Noblesville pas-

tor Micah Beckwith, fund accountant Danny Niederberger and pediatric doctor Chuck Dietzen.

Braun ran for Indiana’s 4th District in 2018, finishing second to Jim Baird in the Republican primary.

He served in the Indiana House of Representatives from 2012 to 2014 and was the commissioner of the Indiana Dept. of Workforce Development until 2017.

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medications and isn’t sure how to correctly use the items, FFD staff can visit the home and assist the patient.

“Those are just a couple of things we are doing overall as a department,” Mehling said. “From an educational side, we are teaching every opportunity we get. We are in schools five days a week. We want to make sure what we are teaching is vital information you can carry on with you through life.”

Mehling also discussed the water safety program the department conducts in the summer months.

“Our goal this summer was to have a drowning-free summer. We failed. We had an older male who drowned out at Geist, but the positive to that is no kids drowned over the summer,” Mehling said. “We go out to apartment complexes, neighborhood pools and teach water safety in a quick, 20-minute program.”

Steve Braun suspends 5th Congressional District campaign for medical reasons

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MVCSC Traveling Talks return – The Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation launched Supt.

Jack Parker’s “Traveling Talks” last month. The recurring event allows anyone in the community to attend with no RSVP and have an open dialogue with Parker. The next event is at noon Oct. 29 at The Grill, 6621 W. Broadway Suite 100, McCordsville.

Dominguez honored by Indiana Latino Expo – Financial Center’s Director of Community Relations Marco Dominguez has been honored as Board Member Emeritus by the Indiana Latino Expo. Dominguez was one of the five founding members of the Indiana Latino Expo and served as the vice president, and then president of the board for three years.

Aktion Club looking for members – The Aktion Club of Lawrence began earlier this year and is currently seeking new members. The Aktion Club is the only service club for adults with disabilities in the Lawrence area, and is part of Kiwanis International’s family of Service Leadership Programs. For those interesting in joining or learning more, email Dave Humes at davehumes@comcast.net.

Lawrence Kiwanis Club meetings – Lawrence Kiwanis meets from 7 to 8 a.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at the Fort Benjamin Harrison YMCA, 5736 Lee Rd. The group’s focus is the Lawrence community and children. The club works with the elementary, middle and high school students and participate in most community events. The public is invited to attend a meeting.

Arts for Lawrence brick campaign – Residents can support local arts by purchasing a brick for $100. The brick will be placed in Arts for Lawrence’s new Cultural Campus. Those who purchase the brick will receive three lines of text for commemoration and a miniature replica keepsake brick. To purchase a brick, call Arts for Lawrence at 317-875-1900.

Lawrence Exchange Club – For those looking to get involved in the Lawrence and Geist community and hoping to give back, join the Lawrence Exchange Club. The club meets from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. the second and fourth Monday of the month at the VFW, 10550 Pendleton Pike. The group’s national focus is prevention of child abuse, recognizing servicemen and woman and community service.

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DISPATCHES Foundations award scholarships – Central Indiana Community Foundation and its affiliates, The Indianapolis Foundation and Hamilton County Community Foundation, have awarded 185 scholarships totaling more than $1.4 million for the 2019-20 academic year.

Recipients will receive varying scholarship amounts, with the maximum award for some scholarships equal to full tuition. Scholarship opportunities for the 2020-21 academic year can be viewed at cicf.org/scholarships in September and applications open in November.

Quilters Guild meeting – Mudsock Quilters Guild meets on the second Monday of every month from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Cornerstone Lutheran Church, 13450 E. 116th St. For more, visit mudsockquiltersguild.org.

Newcomers Club – The Fishers Newcomers Club meets the second Thursday of most months at 6:45 p.m. at the Delaware Township Building, 9090 E. 131st St. Meet friends, join an activity group and participate in various charitable activities. For more, contact fishersnewcomers@gmail.com.

Arts for Lawrence brick campaign – Residents can support local arts by purchasing a brick for $100. The brick will be placed in Arts for Lawrence’s new Cultural Campus. Those who purchase the brick will receive three lines of text for commemoration and a miniature replica keepsake brick. To purchase a brick, call Arts for Lawrence at 317-875-1900.

Hamilton County Democratic Women - The next meeting of the Hamilton County Democratic Women is 9:30 a.m. Oct. 19 at the Delaware Township Community Bulding, 9090

E. 131st St., Fishers. All are welcome.

Sewing and quilting seminar - The Purdue Extension of Hamilton County will host a sewing and quilting seminar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville.

A $17 registration fee includes a day of presentation and demonstrations on sewing machine repair, quilting and sewing techniques and more. Those interested must submit registration no later than Oct. 18. For more, visit purdue.edu/extension/hamilton.

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whole lesson they come in and talk to kids about,” Rapp said. “The fifth-graders would rather hear it from someone closer to their own age. They always look up to When searching for a new D.A.R.E high school students, and it has always Youth Advocate for PREVENTION Indiana, Hancock been a real important thing we have done.”

County Sheriff’s Office During the summer, Griner travD.A.R.E officer Sgt. Christine Rapp eled to the D.A.R.E International was looking for a role model high Training Conference in Phoenix. She school student in their freshman or learned about her responsibilities sophomore year. She chose Maitlyn and was trained on the conseGriner, a sophomore at Mt. Vernon quences and dangers of substance High School. abuse. She also met other D.A.R.E “I became (a youth advocate) Youth Advocates from across the from talking to Sgt. Rapp. She apGriner nation. proached me with this idea of “I just really got to experience the becoming one, and so there was an application with some steps I had to follow,” great community that D.A.R.E is, and I’m just so happy to be part of this D.A.R.E Griner said. program,” Griner said. “I can’t wait to colGriner will have the position until she laborate with youth advocacy members, graduates. As a D.A.R.E Youth Advocate, share ideas and take those back to my Griner promotes the D.A.R.E program, or Drug Abuse Resistance Education, to fifth- community.”

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The annual Mudsock week competition within Hamilton Southeastern Schools during September fueled the largest PastaBowl collection to date. The 22 HSE Schools collected and donated 40,197 pounds of pasta to Hamilton County food service organizations. The donation was an increase above last year’s record-setting amount of more than 20,000 pounds. Students from Cumberland Road Elementary, Sand Creek Elementary, Fall Creek Intermediate and Hamilton Southeastern Elementary celebrate Oct. 1 at Meijer, 8375 E. 96th St. (Submitted photo)

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Commentary by State Rep. Todd Huston (R-Fishers) The Centers for Disease Control is investigating more than 1,000 LEGISLATURE lung injury cases and 18 deaths across the nation, including in Indiana. That is because all those reported patients have a history of using e-cigarettes.

In the Hoosier state, e-cigarette use – commonly known as “vaping” – has skyrocketed almost 400 percent during the past six years.

The majority of those users are between the ages of 18 and 34. This data is alarming and serves as a wake-up call that more needs to be done to make sure fewer young people choose to use e-cigarettes or vapes.

The 2018 Youth Tobacco Survey found roughly 20 percent of high school students vape. As a father of two teenagers, I find this statistic disturbing and I worry how children are exposed to these products, because they are often marketed with fun flavors and packaging.

The same survey also found four in 10 Hoosier youth saw tobacco advertisements on the internet, and 70 percent of kids reported seeing the products in convenience stores, gas stations and supermarkets. In response to this data, Gov. Eric Holcomb announced at Fishers High School a new push to encourage young Hoosiers to stop vaping or never start.

Part of this initiative includes investing $2.1 million in a social media campaign called “What’s Beyond the Haze.” It also creates a text-to-quit program where Hoosiers looking for help can text “DitchJuul” to 888709 to connect with resources to quit vaping. To further reach young users, state officials are developing educational materials for students, parents and educators detailing the dangers that come with using these products.

The trends reported nationwide and in the Hoosier state give us a strong reason to act on this health emergency, and the governor’s new anti-vaping campaign is a positive first step.

Looking ahead to the 2020 legislative session, I plan to support efforts to ensure fewer young people choose to vape and encourage more people to stop using these products.

For more about risks linked to vaping and to find resources to help those struggling with addiction, visit MyLifeMyQuit.com.

Please do not hesitate to contact my office at H37@iga.in.gov if you have any additional questions.

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Location: 276th Street closed between Expected completion: November 2020 Devaney and Gwinn roads FISHERS Expected completion: On or before Nov. Project: Ind. 37 Improvement Project 1 Location: Construction began at 126th Detour: Gwinn Road, 266th Street, DevStreet in August and will be followed aney Road by 146th, 131st and 141st streets, ending Project: 276th Street Extension Project with 135th Street.

Location: 281st Street closed between Expected completion: 2022 Gwinn and Whetston roads Detour: Ind. 37 will remain open during Expected completion: Nov. 22 all phases of construction, with two Detour: 286th Street to Ind. 19 northbound and two southbound lanes Project: Ditch bridge replacement open during each phase. There will be Location: Joyce Avenue closed between closures on side roads with alternate Strawtown Avenue and 241st Street routes always accessible, which will be Expected completion: Nov. 29 announced at the time of the closure.

CARMEL Project: Structure and embankment Project: Reconstruction of Guilford Road repairs Location: Guildford Road closed beLocation: Hoosier Road between 116th tween Main Street and City Center Drive. and 121st streets is closed to all through Roundabout construction at Guilford traffic between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Road and Main Street was expected to Expected closure and reopening: The begin by Oct. 7. road is expected to close Oct. 15 and last Expected completion: The city has not no longer than three days. provided an estimated completion date.

Detour: 121st Street, Cumberland Road, Project: New roundabout interchange 116th Street Location: 96th Street and Keystone Project: Utility relocation for future Parkway 96th Street expansion Expected completion: 96th Street is exLocation: 96th Street between Lantern pected to reopen in November, with the and Cumberland roads full project done by the end of the year Expected completion: 96th Street exDetour: Lanes on Keystone Parkway pansion to begin next year, utility work are restricted but will remain open expected for the next several months throughout the project. Drivers can Project: Downtown infrastructure make right turns onto 96th Street from improvement Keystone Parkway, but left turns are Location: Lantern Road closed south of not available.

116th Street to Fishers Pointe Boulevard Project: Extension of Lowes Way Expected completion: Lantern Road Location: From Keystone Parkway to phase to last 90 days and began Oct. Range Line Road 7. Overall project to be complete in fall Expected completion: July 2020 2020.

Project: Multi-use path installation Detour: Lantern Road access open from along 136th Street the north for local traffic and Fishers Location: Between Range Line Road and Elementary School but will be closed Stadium Drive between 116th Street and Fishers Pointe Expected completion: October Boulevard. Use Fishers Pointe Boulevard Project: Path installation along the for detour. north side of 126th Street NOBLESVILLE & NORTH Location: From Keystone Parkway to Project: Logan Street Pedestrian Bridge Hazel Dell Parkway Location: Northbound lane of Ind. 19 Expected completion: October closed between Ind. 32 and Logan Street. Westbound lane of Logan Street

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DISPATCHES Governor names state fire marshal - On Oct. 1, Gov. Eric Holcomb announced his selection of South Bend Fire Chief Stephen Cox to serve as the Indiana state fire marshal. Cox has served with the South Bend Fire Department for 26 years, with 12 years in executive leadership.

With the South Bend Fire Department, he served as a paramedic, firefighter, EMS instructor, and EMS chief of the fire department, before being promoted to fire chief in 2012. Former Indiana State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson retired last month after 11 years of service. The fire marshal leads the Indiana Department of Homeland Security Division of Fire and Building Safety.

The division investigates suspicious fires, promotes fire prevention and enforces fire and building safety codes in all public buildings, among other duties. Cox will start in the role Oct. 21.

CrimeWatch app now Relay – Fishers Police Department’s CrimeWatch app, which was established in 2016, is now known as Relay. It has the same features as CrimeWatch, but now it will include a streamlined user interface and improved feedback and updates to residents who submit issues. More than 6,000 Fishers residents use the app to report non-emergency crimes. Relay is free to download.

For more, visit relayapp.com.

Lawmakers searching for interns – Hamilton County lawmakers are encouraging college students and recent graduates to apply for the Indiana House Republican Internship Program, which takes place during the 2020 legislative session at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Local legislators seeking interns include State Reps.

Tony Cook (R-Cicero), Chuck Goodrich (R-Noblesville), Todd Huston (R-Fishers), Jerry Torr (R-Carmel) and Donna Schaibley (R-Carmel). Those interested should apply before Oct. 31. The positions are full-time, Monday through Friday, lasting from January through mid-March. Interns receive biweekly compensation of $750, and they can earn academic credit through their college or university. Interns also are eligible to apply for a $3,000 scholarship to use toward undergraduate and graduate expenses. For more, visit indianaHouseRepublicans.com/internship.

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Upcoming Headless Horseman attraction dates will be Oct. 17-20 and Oct. 24-27. (Submitted photo)

Headless Horseman haunts Conner Prairie

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Conner Prairie has brought back a favorite as part of its fall festival THINGS TO DO activities. The Headless Horseman attraction began Oct. 10. Remaining dates are Oct. 17-20 and Oct. 24-27.

Conner Prairie Director of Affairs Christine DeJoy said the event grows in popularity as Halloween gets closer.

“What’s nice too here is how the leaves change,” she said. “If you come to the festival in the beginning of October and decide to come again, it’s almost like two different Conner Prairies. The colors gradually change and it’s just so pretty.”

Besides the Headless Horseman attraction, where a “headless” rider on a horse scares hayriders, other activities include a barrel train rides for toddlers, midway games, a Headless Horseman marionette show, spooky storytelling and a 12-acre corn maze. In addition, the Hamilton County Tourism sculpture of the “White River Monster” will be on display.

There also will be a make-and-take station near the sculpture for families to make crafts.

Per the corn maze, DeJoy suggests older

children participate in the scary section at night.

“At night during Headless, the scary section of the maze is activated, so if you’re a bit older, its best,” she said. “It’s not for young kids. It can get a little scary in there. We tried it last year for the first time.”

The corn maze and all activities are included with admission to the Headless Horseman.

Admission is $13 on Thursdays and Sundays, and $17 on Fridays and Saturdays. Presale tickets, at the same prices, are available online.

Gates are open from 6 to 9 p.m., but DeJoy said the hayride can be out until 10 p.m.

“Nothing changes, but daylight versus night time adds scare to (the hayride),” DeJoy said.

DeJoy said the event has become a Fishers family tradition.

“It’s a great way to experience Conner Prairie in a whole new light than if you come during the day for the historical areas. It’s a completely different experience,” she said. “It’s beautiful here at fall with the leaves changing and the colors so vibrant. It’s a great, different way to experience Conner Prairie and also to make family memories. The Headless Horseman festival is a popular tradition in the area.”

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PETS, PEOPLE PARTICIPATE IN WOOFSTOCK 5K More than 300 runners and walkers and dozens of dogs participated Oct. 5 in the Woofstock Survivor 5K and Dog Walk. The annual event is a fundraiser for the Humane Society for Hamilton County. (Photos by Ann Marie Shambaugh)

Deanna Rowley of Fishers and her dog, Ava, sport their medals after completing the race.

Warren Reed crosses the finish line with a canine.

Volunteer Shannon Uttinger places a medal around Rosa Lock’s neck after she crosses the finish line.

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Deb Thomas is a Top 10 Teacher of the Year who is using the platform to advocate for additional statewide mental health initiatives for teachers and students. (Submitted photos)

Mt. Vernon Community School Corp. students, parents and community members recently participated in a Rise Above It Mental Health Workshop, which featured sessions on anxiety, addiction, vaping, depression, suicide, grief, loss, anger management, social media and more. More than 40 mental health vendors participated.

RESOURCE WARRIOR MVCSC teacher advocates for more mental health tools following district tragedy in the spring

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have experienced a traumatic event in their lifetime,” Thomas said. “So, they come to us at school surrounded in fear and anger and distrust. We crack those barriers.”

One of the Indiana Dept. of Education’s Top Mt. Vernon Middle School Principal Ben 10 Teachers of the Year COVER STORY is using her platform to Williams said the district has spent the past several months researching the effects of advocate for additional secondary traumatic stress caregivers and statewide mental health initiatives for teacheducators may experience if they are educaters and students.

Deb Thomas, a seventh-grade social studies ing children who have suffered trauma.

“If you can imagine having a class teacher at Mt. Vernon Middle School, of 25 to 30 kids and a good number said she wants to advocate more for of them are dealing with different mental health resources following a aspects of trauma in their life, it can tragedy Mt. Vernon Community School really weigh upon a professional eduCorp. experienced in the spring. cator or caregiver,” Williams said.

“What I’m advocating for is stateThomas said because she advowide trauma-informed education,” cates for mental health and traumaThomas said. “We need more awareThomas informed education, she wants legisness, resources and training for lative support and funding to enable educators in Indiana. This issue really each school in the state to equip teachers came to light for me after we went through with necessary training. an experience in the spring where we lost a “In my research, what I have found is there staff member. We went through our own level are many states right now way ahead of us of traumatic grief here at the middle school, on this, especially states out west like Oregon so I’ve really got a heart for these children and Missouri,” Thomas said. “Indiana has some who have been traumatized.” catching up to do, in my opinion, on this topic.

The staff member was Mt. Vernon Middle This was definitely part of my message to the School teacher Adam Bisesi, who was struck Indiana Dept. of Education and the 2020 Indiand killed by a dump truck in Carmel in April. ana Teacher of the Year selection committee.”

Thomas said the experience allowed her to MVCSC Director of Communications Maria empathize with traumatized students in the Bond said better mental health programs and classroom. more resources are items society in general is “Statistics tell us approximately two-thirds striving for. of children who come to us by the age of 16

“It’s not just Mt. Vernon, it is across the state and across the nation,” Bond said. “It’s just rising to the level of we do need more funding, we do need more assistance and resources to help students learn the best they can. We are not unique in needs for mental health. We are among statewide and nationwide educators and students who need more mental health resources. That’s why it’s a hot topic right now, because it is universal.”

Thomas recently submitted a grant application for Hearts of Hope, a program that provides ceramic hearts to paint and gift to

another school after a loss or trauma.

“We were given Hearts of Hope from an elementary school in the HSE Schools district,” Thomas said. “We would like to do the same and give it to some other places, and we will be hearing (on the grant) soon.”

The grant request was made through the Mt. Vernon Education Foundation. It is for approximately $700. Grant recipients haven’t been announced.

As of press time, the 2020 Indiana Teacher of the Year had not been announced.

MT. VERNON COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORP. MENTAL HEALTH EFFORTS In the wake of a spring tragedy that involved a teacher, Mt. Vernon Community School Corp. is taking steps in other areas to increase its mental health resources for students, teachers and the community.

Rise Above It: Mt. Vernon High School conducted an annual “Rise Above It” mental health workshop Sept. 11 for adults and student ages 13 and up. The workshop included sessions on anxiety, addiction, vaping, smoking, sexting, depression, suicide, grief, loss, anger management, social media and other topics. It was sponsored by Hancock Health’s Healthy 365. More than 40 mental health vendors participated.

Suicide prevention: All MVCSC teachers are trained on the QPR (question, persuade, refer) Institute program for suicide prevention.

Counselors: Each school has a counselor from Community Health Network, in addition to its own school counselor or social worker. The Mt. Vernon Middle School Counseling Dept. received a Gold Star Recognition from the Indiana School Counselor Association Second Step: All elementary schools and the Mini-Marauder Preschool teach Second Step, a social-emotional program that promotes mental wellness for students.

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Holiday beacon Commentary by Terry Anker Even as the last days of summerlike sun warm our Hoosier families, thoughts begin to turn toward the coming winter. Merchants, eager to edge out the competition, have already begun squawking about the impending holiday seasons.

Forgive this column’s intrusion into an already crowded field of gate jumpers, too eager to skip this lovely season in anticipation of the next, but one holiday tradition stands to be revived and renewed just this year. Thanks to the remarkable generosity of John Deere farm and lawn equipment impresario Gary Reynolds and his wife, Cindy, the decades-long run (beginning in 1955, reflecting the love of the season with Gary’s parents Mac and Arline) held at the company’s former headquarters at Ind. 37 and I-465 will be continued with a new partnership and locale. Conner Prairie living history museum will now host the elaborate displays as a part of its new “A Merry Prairie Holiday,” from Nov. 29 to Dec. 29.

Reynolds and his family are well-known for their support of our communities, and this gift is no exception. Much planning and consideration has been given on how to best preserve the celebration, attract visitors to enjoy a new seasonal favorite at Conner Prairie while not burdening the nonprofit with the considerable effort of hosting the spectacular. As we struggle to take in the lights, now counting north of 1 million, we are able to make food donations along the way. This year, a familiar beacon — new to Conner Prairie — will light the season, and we’ll be there to see it.

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

Road rudeness drives me crazy Commentary by Danielle Wilson I have had it with mean drivers! And I’m petrified for my youngest, who recently obtained her permit. I’ve done the math: Her bad driving plus strangers’ HUMOR mean driving equals multiple insurance claims.

Take my recent trip to Columbus, Ohio.

In an effort to garner Favorite Aunt status, I drove six hours roundtrip to see a niece belt out “When You Wish Upon a Star” in her fifth-grade musical. I made the first leg without incident but hit trouble almost immediately during my return.

First, there were the three cars that refused to let me into their lane because I had not been duped into merging 2 miles earlier.

Friends, it’s called a zipper merge because you are supposed to continue all the way to the point of the closure, not get over immediately while you are still five towns back.

Pretending not to see me as they kissed

the car butts in front of them was just plain mean. It’s not my fault you’re a sucker!

Next, there were the two obnoxious truckers who drove side-by-side at 7 mph for 20 frustrating minutes this side of the Indiana border. No construction, no emergencies and no one in front of them. What the flip? I honked my horn. I tried to go around.

I even called their company numbers. All to no avail. Eventually, the semis moved on, but seriously? Why would they deliberately slow down traffic like that? Why? Because they are mean.

Look, I’ve got a new driver on the roads.

She’s going to need patience and a wide berth from each of you. Please don’t be mean! I can’t afford it! Peace out.

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

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.”

— Napoleon Hill

Editor, It is any mayor’s responsibility to clearly announce proposed tax increases and defend their necessity to taxpayers. Unfortunately, I do not believe Mayor (Scott) Fadness lived up to this responsibility when presenting the 2020 Municipal Budget at the September Fishers City Council meeting.

Many things concerned me about Mayor Fadness’s presentation, including: • He did not acknowledge that this would be the fifth consecutive year of increases to the property tax rate in Fishers.

• He offered no proof that a tax rate hike is necessary despite higher tax revenues generated by the projected increase in property values alone.

• He delivered the presentation with his backside to the public, facing a city council prepared to rubber stamp his agenda.

If I am elected to city council, I would demand that the presentation of proposed municipal budgets be considerate to taxpayers. The mayor should stand facing residents, clearly explain his proposal and explicitly ask for residents’ support. Tax increases are serious. They deserve a serious and honest dialogue between city and residents.

Unfortunately, residents missed the opportunity provided by the council to speak out on this proposal at a public hearing. But it’s not too late to contact your councilor and share your concerns.

Jocelyn Vare, candidate for Fishers City Council, At-Large

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Hard pass on the guinea pig Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Brett and Mary Ellen and I just returned from a fabulous vacation in Peru (South America, not Indiana). We flew HUMOR to Miami (Florida, not Ohio) where we had a 13-hour layover, which is like a sleepover, but without jammies and a blankie. What do you do for 13 hours at the Miami International Airport?

I wanted to wander around, but I was afraid I’d get lost. I didn’t want to be MIA at MIA. To pass the time, I did a little exercising. My most innovative workout was to walk on the moving walkway in the opposite direction, simulating my treadmill at home. I was doing well until this really attractive flight attendant walked by and I slingshot backwards into an Auntie Anne’s pretzel stand.

After a long flight, we landed in Lima (Peru, not Ohio). Our ultimate destination was Machu Picchu, called the Lost City.

I hope the people who lived there in the 1400s didn’t feel that way. I mean, it was right there when they got out of bed. They couldn’t have been that bad with directions.

Each evening, our guide sent an email telling us when to get up, what time to

have breakfast and what we were going to do the next day. Big deal. I get a text like that every morning from Mary Ellen.

The Wolfsies avoided one traditional food: guinea pig on a stick. This delicacy would make anything on a stick at the Indiana State Fair seem more appealing. One day, we visited an alpaca farm. That evening, the menu included alpaca stew. I couldn’t eat that dish after seeing these adorable animals, but I do love my new alpaca sweater.

When we returned home, there was a block party going on and Mary Ellen was showing our neighbors the elegant necklace and bracelet she bought in Cusco, a thriving city about 45 miles from Machu Picchu. Unfortunately, they thought she said Costco, and that took a lot of the charm away from the story.

We’re already discussing plans for next year’s adventure. My wife is thinking Costa Rica. I am thinking Brazil (Indiana, not South America).

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

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Manning said he doesn’t know how many concussions he suffered and doesn’t want to know. However, he For Archie Manning, a trip to Indianapodoesn’t think he had many. lis is always enjoyable.

Manning never had good pass Manning was protection with the struggling FOOTBALL a frequent visiSaints. He was sacked 337 times tor during his son in 10 seasons with New Orleans.

Peyton Manning’s career with the The Saints had nine losing seaIndianapolis Colts. sons and finished .500 in his other “We came to games for 14 years season. Still, Manning made the and came at other times to see Manning Pro Bowl twice. the family,” Manning said during “They didn’t protect the quarterback an interview Sept. 24 at St. Vincent Neighin those days like they do now,” Manning borhood Hospital in Noblesville. said. “The officials protect quarterbacks Manning became affiliated with St. better today, which is a good thing.”

Vincent along with his son’s involvement Manning, who still lives in New Orleans, with Peyton Manning’s Children Hospital said solid safety strides have been made at St. Vincent Indianapolis. in football at the pro, college and high Manning, 70, had a 13-year NFL career, school level. primarily with the New Orleans Saints.

“People have been working really hard He had short stints in Houston and the last four to five years to make our Minnesota. game safer,” Manning said.

“The world has changed in a lot of His grandson, Arch Manning, is a startways,” he said. “When I played, there was ing freshman quarterback at Newman not much talk about nutrition.”

Manning said he and his teammates ate High School in New Orleans. Eldest son Cooper Manning is Arch’s father. Cooper, steak for a pre-game meal.

Peyton and Eli all played at Newman. Coo“A nutritionist has since told me that’s per Manning had received a scholarship probably the worst thing you could eat to play for the University of Mississippi before playing,” he said. “There is a lot but was diagnosed with spinal stenosis, of help out there if we are just conscious a narrowing of the spine and pinching of of it, starting with screenings and difthe nerves, after a preseason practice and ferent things you can do. What we are had to retire from football. emphasizing today is just to be proactive Peyton played 13 years with the Colts about your screenings and your care and without missing a game before he missed different ways to live a healthy life and the 2011 season with a neck injury. He better life.” returned to play four seasons with the Manning spoke at a private event about Denver Broncos, winning a Super Bowl in his life as an NFL quarterback, being a fahis final season. ther of two NFL quarterbacks, Peyton and “He was so fortunate to come through Eli Manning, and being proactive when it comes to health. He was joined by a panel those four surgeries and then come back and have four more years of football. Unof Ascension St. Vincent physicians and fortunately, it wasn’t with Indianapolis,” specialists on healthy aging.

Manning said. “But it was four good years.

After his career, Manning said he tried They won 50-plus games and went to two to exercise but wasn’t knowledgeable Super Bowls. Eli has never missed a single about nutrition. game in all his football life because of “I was fortunate for a number of years, injury. He’s been an iron man. He’s been but my old football injuries kind of caught able to play when some others wouldn’t up to me,” he said. “I’ve had the knee have played.” replacements. I’ve had the back fusions.

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DISPATCHES Courts improve protection order procees - People who find themselves in need of a protection order may now request one from anywhere they can access the internet. A new Protection Order E-filing service is now available to individuals, advocates, and attorneys. The new service is for adults and children who need protection from domestic or family violence, stalking, sex offenses, or harassment. People seeking protection can use the service to request it any time of day, any day of the week, from the privacy and comfort of a safe space, without having to go to the courthouse. E-filing is already available in all 92 Indiana counties for most case types, and attorneys are required to efile using one of the state’s certified e-filing service providers. This new e-filing service provider (developed by the Indiana Supreme Court’s Trial Court Technology) complies with the Violence Against Women Act, interfaces with state and federal criminal databases, and is free to use. The Protection Order E-filing service is available at public. courts.in.gov/porefsp and is listed as one of the 12 available e-filing service providers at courts.in.gov/efile.

Free FAFSA filing assistance - Financial aid professionals will be volunteering at 37 sites in Indiana to help college-bound students and their families open the door to financial aid during College Goal Sunday. The event is set for 2 p.m. Nov. 3. The free program assists Indiana students in filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form is required for students to be considered for federal and state grants, scholarships and student loans at most colleges, universities and vocational/technical schools nationwide.

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com The iconic movie “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” has always been a favorite of Jan Jamison.

PLAY So naturally, the Westfield resident and director wanted to bring the play adaptation to the stage.

The 1967 movie featured Spencer Tracy, Katharine Hepburn and Sidney Poitier in the lead roles.

“Spencer Tracy died just 2 1/2 weeks after they concluded filming and they all knew he was sick,” Jamison said. “The emotions are very real, especially (Hepburn’s) face and reaction. The acting is superb. We don’t want to copy Tracy, Hepburn and Poitier. We want to have our own (portrayals).”

Carmel Community Players will present “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel, this month.

Like the movie, the play is set in 1967 when a daughter brings an older, black doctor she is dating home to meet her white parents.

“It was a bit of a shock,” Jamison said.

“They are a very liberal family, so they are faced with their own convictions of nonprejudice. It’s still pertinent today.”

Natalie Weber, a 2014 Guerin Catholic High School graduate who grew up in Fishers, is playing Joanna Drayton, the daughter.

“I was getting aggravated because I couldn’t find anything for me, but I saw they were going to have a role for someone 23, which is my age right now,” Weber said. “I was excited because I thought I could do this role. It’s a drama and a comedy. In college, I did improv comedy, so I’m used to more comedic roles. But since this one is more serious it will be interesting and challenging for me.”

Weber knew the premise of the movie.

“Jan got the cast together to watch the movie, which I thought was a really great way to get that camaraderie with the cast,” Weber said.

At the time, interracial marriage was still against the law in 17 states until struck down by a Supreme Court ruling in June 1967, shortly after the movie was

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From left, Lisa Warner (playing Hillary St. George), John D. Carver (Matt Drayton), Marie McNelis (Christina Drayton), Natalie Weber (Joanna Drayton) Janet Crenshaw (Mary Prentice), Rayford Crenshaw (John Prentice Sr.), Onis Dean (Dr. John Prentice) and Tim Long (Monsignor Ryan). Seated, Debbie Hinderliter-Lewis (Tillie). (Submitted photo)

filmed.

Indianapolis resident Onis Dean plays Dr. John Prentice. Dean said he acts in musicals 95 percent of the time.

“My parents grew up loving Sidney Poitier, so when Jan saw me in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar,’ (with Mud Creek Players) she said I should at least come and audition,” Dean said.

When he came in for the reading, Dean said he fell in love with the powerful script.

John D. Carver, Greenwood, is playing the role of Matt Drayton. It is his first show with CCP for the veteran community theater performer.

Carver was attracted to the role because of his admiration for Tracy.

“I’ve done ‘Inherit the Wind’ and a couple of other things that (Tracy has) done,” Carver said. “I like the man. I like his style.

I like his acting technique. This has been one of my favorite movies to watch over the years, so when I saw the auditions, I jumped at the chance.”

Marie McNelis, an Indianapolis resident, portrays Christina Dayton. McNelis acted in high school and college but only returned to acting a year ago.

“I was a speech and drama major in college,” McNelis said. “I put that on the shelf, then I retired and decided I wanted to dust that off and start up. Jan gave me my first role at Buck Creek Players in ‘37 Postcards.’”

McNelis said Jamison alerted her to the auditions for the role.

“I was in my freshman year in college when this came out, and I was just bowled over first by the subject matter and the wonderful acting done by Spencer Tracy and the underacting that was done

by Katharine Hepburn,” she said.

Westfield resident Lisa Warner plays Hillary St. George, who works with Christina Drayton at the art gallery.

Warner said it’s not a pleasant role to play because of her racism, but it’s essential to the storyline.

“I won’t even shake Dr. Prentice’s hand when he offers it,” Warner said of the racist nature of her character.

Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18, 19, 24, 25 and 26 and 2:30 p.m. Oct. 20 and 27.

Tickets are $15 for students and seniors and $17 for adults.

For more or to buy tickets, visit carmelplayers.org.

Caregivers, health care professionals and community members who work with older adults can learn about the benefits of music-based programming through a workshop presented by the Great American Songbook Foundation.

The 2019 Perfect Harmony Fall Training Workshop is set for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Foundation’s home, the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

Perfect Harmony is a group music program for older adults living with dementia and offers a wide range of musical activities, from group singing to instrument play to open discussion of experiences related to memorable songs.

Pre-registration is required. Tickets are available through the Center for the Performing Arts atTheSongbook.org/phfallworkshop19. The $20 registration fee includes lunch and supplementary materials.

Noblesville — Performances of the thriller “Wait Until Dark” are set for 8 p.m. Oct. 12 and 2 p.m. Oct. 13 at The Belfry Theatre. For more, visit TheBelfryTheatre.com.

Westfield — Uncorked with Vincent Yetsko is set for 3 p.m. Oct 19 at Urban Vines Winery & Brewery.

Indianapolis — The Heartland International Film Festival continues through Oct. 20 at various theaters. For more, visit heartlandfilm.org.

Carmel — Meet Me on Main, a gallery walk is set for the second Saturday of each month.

It will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 12 in the Carmel Arts & Design District.

Carmel — The Indiana Wind Symphony’s European Classics, featuring Majorie Hanna, principal cellist for the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, is set for 7:30 p.m. Oct. 12.

Hanna will be featured as a soloist. Christian Starnes, a bassist with IWS, also will be a soloist. For more, visit indianawindsymphony.org.

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Justin Miller, executive chef of Carmel’s Anthony’s Chophouse and 3UP, will have a chance to show his skills at a national competition.

COMPETITION Miller was named to Team Indiana, a group of Hoosier chefs and home cooks heading to Dallas to compete in the Oct. 16-20 World Food Championships.

Miller received his golden ticket to the WFC by winning the Taste of Piazza 2019 competition in Indianapolis. He will be assisted at the competition by Evan Slusher, Anthony’s Chophouse’s executive sous chef. Slusher, a 2011 Noblesville High School graduate, also assisted Miller in the Taste of Piazza in August at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

The duo prepared a turkey dish.

“It’s a unique opportunity to show not just the cooking side of Indiana but Indiana products,” Miller said.

Miller said the golden ticket put the duo in one of 10 categories.

“We’ll be in the recipe category,” Miller said. “Our first round is decided for us. We have to make a vegan dish. Our second

Anthony’s Chophouse and 3UP Executive Chef Justin Miller displays his golden ticket to the World Food Championships. (Submitted photo)

round, we will present our signature dish.

Out of the 60 competitors in our category, the top 10 are selected, if we are fortunate enough to get that far.”

There are 1,500 competitors in the 10 categories, and 10 winners will later compete for $100,000.

Time for sweater-weather wine Commentary by Elizabeth Morse Pulling out sweaters and jeans this week has reminded me that with the change in weather, new, bolder WINEderlust wine selections are in order. With cool temps, we often want something that’s going to “warm us up.” In wine-speak, that translates into heavier-bodied, full-flavored reds.

There’s a great little wine shop at the northeast corner of 116th and Olio Road in Fishers called Tasteful Times. You can find each of the wines I’ll mention there. It also has a fun selection of artisanal local fare, which I love. Tell ‘em I sent you.

One of my very favorite varietals is inky, toffee-full Petit Sirah. For me, fall is permission to indulge! McManis ($12) makes this scrumptious, value-driven bottle. Dark black fruit is nearly overpowered with caramel and cocoa. Think about a dried blueberry covered in dark chocolate Milk Duds. The flavors are big, the finish is long and the price is low. If you’ve never given Petit Sirah a try, this is a great jumping-off point.

2017 Fidelity Red Wine Crazy Creek, Alexander Valley, will set you back a little more

than $15. A Bordeaux-style blend (merlot, petit verdot and cabernet sauvignon) is a great value from California. The merlot contributes flavors of ripe blueberries and cordial cherries. The cabernet adds structure and a nice long finish while the petit verdot brings color, tannin and a pretty whiff of violets to the table. New French Oak adds warm vanilla to this bright little number.

Vindicated Cabernet Sauvignon from Sonoma County ($18) stands out as a deal.

If you’ve traveled to this area, you’ll know what I mean when I say that this wine “smells” like Sonoma. Bright and brambly right off the bat (think ripe with blackberries and raspberries) with a little cocoa and lots of warm wood in the background. And the tiniest hint of eucalyptus. Medium tannins and strong structure with 14.4 percent ABV will warm you right up.

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Where’s Amy sees ‘Mamma Mia’ From left, Colton Lahr, Doug Lahr, Parker Lahr, Norah Lahr and Carrie Lahr (Westfield) attend the show. Where’s Amy put on her dancing shoes and danced the night away on the opening night of Civic Theatre’s “Mamma Mia!” at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

The cast is an amazing mix of talented actors and dancers with fantastic music that is full of energy and fun. The costumes, lighting and sets made the production fresh and upbeat. Grab your friends and family and don’t miss this show that runs through Oct. 19. Where’s Amy can’t wait to see you during the holidays for Civic’s next production, “Elf The Musical,” so snag your tickets before it’s too late. For more, visit civictheatre.org. (Photos by Amy Pauszek)

Kara Snyder (Westfield) stars as Donna Sheridan in “Mamma Mia!”

Scott, Nya and Anne Beck (Fishers).

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Shawn Colvin, left, and Mary Chapin Carpenter will perform together Oct. 20 at the Palladium. (Submitted photo)

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A very over-used word Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt

The Burnt House in Jerusalem. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Horrors in the Burnt House Commentary by Don Knebel Jerusalem’s so-called “Burnt House” shows the horrors that befell Jewish families when first-century Roman TRAVEL soldiers brutally put down the First Jewish Revolt.

In the fall of 66 A.D., Jewish rebels managed to expel the hated Romans from Jerusalem and began extending their influence throughout Roman Judea. Emperor Nero dispatched 60,000 troops to the area, commanded by generals Vespasian and Titus. On August 29, 70 A.D., after a long and deadly siege, Titus and his troops broke down the walls and entered Jerusalem. They set fire to the city, destroying the Second Temple. The historian Josephus, who had led Jewish forces against the Romans, later reported that there were 1.1 million casualties from the First Jewish Revolt, most of them Jewish.

The horrors of the Roman siege and the burning of Jerusalem came to life after Israel gained control of East Jerusalem in the 1967 Six-Day War and began excavating the Jewish Quarter. In 1970, archaeologists uncov-

ered the remains of a four-room manor on Mount Zion, once the home of Jerusalem’s elite because of its proximity to the Temple.

A stone weight found among the ashes identified the owner of the house as the Katros family, a family of Second Temple priests.

Coins dated the destruction to the time of the First Jewish Revolt. Also found in the kitchen were the forearm bones of a young woman, killed in the fire. In another room, archaeologists uncovered an iron spear, presumably used by a Jewish fighter living in the house. Oil lamps and other household items were buried among the rubble.

Today, the Burnt House is open to the public. In accordance with Jewish law, the bones of the young woman have been buried, but the house contains a picture of them. The spear still stands poignantly in the corner where it was discovered.

Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville. com.

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GRAMMAR GUY -Mark Twain Here’s the scene: You offer to drive to lunch, and, just before everyone gets in, you make a mad sweep around your car, grabbing old to-go cups and discarded wrappers and putting them in an old Wendy’s bag. Maybe that’s not you; perhaps your car is somewhat tidier. Regardless, just as everyone gets into your car, you commence with the obligatory statement that goes something like this: “Sorry, my car is such a mess.

It’s very dirty. I’ve been meaning to vacuum it out for the past six years.”

Whether our car interiors are clean or not, we all repeat a version of the obligatory apology when we give someone else a ride. Guess what? It’s unnecessary. You have permission to quit apologizing.

Here’s a word we don’t need to say anymore: very. “The book was very funny.”

“The Olympian jumped very high.” “The president was very upset.” Boring.

If “very” is overused, as I suggest, what alternatives do we have? Let me propose two options. First, simply omit the word and proceed with your sentence as usual.

As Mr. Twain suggests, you should simply search your entire document (when writing) or somehow audit your brain for words it knows (when speaking), then merely delete the word from your entire lexicon. You don’t need to say or write “very” if you’re using it as a “filler” or “padding” word. The same thing goes for the word “really.” Really.

Rather than saying something is “very fast,” say it was “quick.” If you want to convey that something is “very good,” instead say that it is “superb.” Don’t say “very hungry.” “Ravenous” is much more interesting.

Substituting the word “very” will infuse your speech with the exact intensity or tone you want. So, either stop saying “very” or find a better word.

Curtis Honeycutt is a national award-winning, syndicated humor writer.

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Part-time and full-time positions available. Flexible hours, great work environment, and fun atmosphere.

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for our beautiful and busy shop. Formal training not required but experience preferred. Great customer service required; ability to work some Saturdays in addition to regular weekday work Please send your resume to wendi.louks@gmail.com

St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, Carmel IN. is looking for a Part-time (28hrs/wk) administrative assistant to join the parish staff. As the point of “first contact,” this position is vital to the integrity and professionalism of the Parish Offices. It is critical that this position supports the goal of ensuring efficient operation of the Parish Offices. It is also important that this employee understands and supports the Mission and purpose of the Roman Catholic Church and St. Elizabeth Seton Parish and is a practicing Catholic.

• Daily opening and closing of parish administration office.

• This person must have excellent people skills; good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task; Handle a high volume of telephone calls with courtesy, speed, accuracy and patience; Greet visitors to the Parish Office, including parishioners, volunteers and visitors, in a pleasant, professional, and sincere manner.

• Work independently with minimal supervision. self-motivated, and a sense of discretion.

• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook).

• Provide administrative support to all Parish Staff.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate.

• Assist in Stewardship campaigns (mailings, pledge cards, letters, etc.)

• Additional Duties available on request Minimum of three years’ experience in working in similar position and duties. (Able to maintain a friendly and professional presence in person, on telephone, email and written correspondence.)

Interested candidates should email resume to Kevin Sweeney kevin.sweeney@setoncarmel.org

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**OUTBOUND CALLING ** **THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION** Admissions Assistants are responsible for: contacting high school students who have requested information, giving degree information, determining program interests, and scheduling appointments to tour the campus. An Admissions Assistant’s job functions are to provide the requested information to prospective students via phone, encourage investigation, and to schedule campus visits. *SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS – Monday through Friday schedule..

Saturdays will also be worked on occasion.* Monday-Thursday 2:30 pm to 8:30 pm Friday 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm (ATTENDANCE IS VITAL!!!!)

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Email your resume to: cwinter@ibcindianapolis.edu

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•Packaging, serving and selling worldclass gourmet chocolates •Customer service •Shop key holder •Making artisan ice cream sundaes •Making hot drinks w/ real chocolate

PART TIME HELP WANTED Must be 18 years or older Morning-hours negotiable Bring resume for interview Cigar Haven 11017 Allisonville Rd Fishers In.

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Position: Youth Advocate Location: Noblesville, IN | Type: Full Time | Organization: Prevail, Inc. Description: Prevail, Inc. provides crisis intervention and restorative support services for adult, adolescent and child survivors of crime and abuse to residents of Hamilton and surrounding counties. Prevail is seeking a full-time Youth Advocate responsible for crisis response, prevention and intervention services for youth victims of crime, family violence and sexual assault. Services include individual and group facilitation for teen survivors of family violence and sexual assault. The weekly schedule for this position includes a minimum of three evenings per week Duties: Provide intervention and restorative support services to clients including: intake assessment, individual appointments, group facilitation, Child Advocacy Center support, community referrals and resources, court advocacy, assistance in filing protective orders, completing safety and action plans, and inter/intra-agency networking and advocacy on behalf of the victim, and 24-hour on-call crisis line response.

Facilitate at least two support groups, which may include primary and secondary victims of family violence and/or sexual assault.

Provide individual appointments on an as needed basis.

Qualifications: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field; or a combination of experience, education and/or training.

Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development. Salary commensurate with education and experience (starting salary - $16.98/hour).

In-person first interviews: October 21, 2019 – November 1, 2019, 9:00am – 5:00pm In-person final interviews: November 4, 2019 – November 8, 2019, 9:00am – 5:00pm Start date: November 8, 2019 Please submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Michelle Moen – mmoen@prevailinc.com

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