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Westfield City Council approves golf cart expansion ordinance
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
Eighteen months after Westfield Mayor Scott Willis introduced his intention to expand golf cart use on trails in Westfield, the Westfield City Council voted July 28 to approve the plan.
CITY NEWS
The city’s golf cart ordinance was first passed in 2018. The change means street-legal golf carts driven by licensed drivers can be driven on city-funded trails greater than 5 feet wide — excluding the Monon Trail, Asa Bales Trail, Natalie Wheeler Trail and in city-owned parks — at a speed not to exceed 15 mph. The ordinance expands use on the Midland Trace Trail from Grand Junction Plaza east to Gray Road. Golf carts will not be permitted on the Midland Trace Trail west of U.S. 31. Golf carts remain legal on surface streets where the speed limit is 25 mph or less.
City officials have spent the past year and a half researching the proposal, holding community meetings and visiting Peach Tree City, Ga., a golf cart community similar in size to Westfield.
Willis said the golf cart ordinance passed eight years ago was intended to be a three-year trial period, which included a portion of the Midland Trace Trail between Carey Road and Grand Junction Plaza.
For more than an hour, residents approached the council to voice their opinions on the ordinance. Although several people said they were in favor of the change, those against it expressed concerns about safety of pedestrians and enforcement.
“I don’t want to get killed, I don’t want to get maimed,” Nancey Abbot said. “It’s just not fair to the rest of us who walk and bike. Most of us have cars and we all get around just fine.”
Other residents argued the trails aren’t designed for motorized vehicles.
“We’re a little behind when it comes to the infrastructure to support our population,” Chadwick Collins said. “I would count this as part of that problem — we don’t have the infrastructure to allow golf carts on the trails yet. They’re not marked. You don’t have the signage. We’re still working out the rules.”
Willis said his intention was to create a citywide unified golf cart ordinance that
also addresses enforcement, penalties and eliminates what he calls “a discriminatory law” that only allows golf carts in certain neighborhoods.
Willis said golf cart usage needs to be governed in a way that is fair and equitable, based on data.
“I’m not afraid to take this liberty away from our residents. I’m not afraid to tell the people up in that part of our city, ‘Sorry, it’s been fun, but it’s no longer legal,’” he said. “But to do that, for the government to step in and take away a freedom from residents because a portion of our population doesn’t like it, is not good government. It’s a slippery slope. We’ve looked at the data (and) here is the reality — in eight years, not a single resident has been hit by a golf cart.”
Westfield Police Department Chief Shawn Keen said enforcement will require a change in policing philosophy to become more adaptable and to focus on community-based policing, where officers are assigned to specific districts and stay in those districts for the most part, outside of incident response.
“As we get more and more people here,
we cannot allow our patrol districts to be the whole city,” he said.
Keen said WPD will use enhanced patrols from April through November to target the trail system. Keen also said parents hold responsibility for making sure their unlicensed drivers are not behind the wheel of a golf cart.
Willis acknowledged the map included with the ordinance was confusing but said golf carts will not be allowed on Natalie Wheeler Trail, despite seemingly being included on the map. He said golf carts are permitted on Union Street, next to Natalie Wheeler Trail.
The ordinance passed 4-2, with Councilors Chad Huff and Victor McCarty voting no. Councilor Jon Dartt was ineligible to vote because of participating remotely.
Hours of operation will be considered at a later date by the park board, which oversees city parks. Westfield’s trails are considered linear parks and managed by the Westfield Department of Parks and Recreation.
There are approximately 1,000 registered golf carts in the city. The ordinance goes into effect Nov. 1.
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Golf carts parked outside Westfield City Hall July 28 prior to the Westfield City Council’s vote on an expanded golf cart ordinance. (Photo by Marney Simon)
WPD: Lemieux investigation initiated in February
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The Westfield Police Department issued an update into the investigation of a Westfield man implicated in a national multimillion-dollar sports memorabilia hoax who apparently killed himself this month.
INVESTIGATION
According to a news release July 24, WPD initiated an investigation into Mister Mancave LLC, a local business founded by Brett Lemieux, 45, of Westfield, in February. A woman in North Carolina filed a complaint with WPD, stating that Lemieux was allegedly selling counterfeit autographed sports memorabilia through the Mister Mancave online store and various other platforms. The woman reported to have received fraudulent merchandise from the company.
identified as Lemieux.
According to the releases, a significant quantity of evidence was collected during the searches, including documentation and items related to the alleged counterfeit operation. Investigators also discovered posts apparently made by Lemieux on social media shortly before his death that included specific details and named other individuals who may have been involved. Investigation into those individuals is ongoing.
WPD is working with various authenticators for technical assistance and the authentication of all seized items.
The FBI is assisting in the investigation, and WPD has a detective assigned parttime to the FBI White Collar Crimes Task Force.
According to the release, additional victims were located as the case progressed, each claiming to have purchased autographed memorabilia from Mister Mancave that was later determined to be counterfeit.
WPD executed a search warrant July 15 at the Mister Mancave business location in connection with the suspected fraudulent scheme. On July 16, the investigation extended to a residence in the 300 block of Hoover Street. Upon arrival at the residence, officers discovered an individual deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The individual was later
“We are incredibly proud of the professionalism and persistence our detectives and officers have demonstrated throughout this investigation and commend their passion for serving,” the release stated. “We also thank our law enforcement partners at the Carmel Police Department, Fishers Police Department, and the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office for their valuable assistance in this case.”
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact Detective Don Bennett of the Westfield Police Department at dbennett@westfield.in.gov.
This story will be updated as new information is available.
DISPATCHES
Westfield arts survey available — The City of Westfield is creating a comprehensive plan to support arts and creativity in the community. Part of the process includes a community survey to collect local input. Feedback will help shape a vision that supports local artists, inspires creativity and enhances cultural experiences in Westfield. Noblesville Creates is partnering with the City of Westfield on development of the plan. Take the survey at tinyurl.com/ kbv84fh5.
Taste Indiana — Indiana Farm Bureau will host the annual Taste From Indiana Farms event at the 2025 Indiana State Fair, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 7-10 at the INFB Fall Creek Pavilion. During the event, volunteers will
pass out food and drink samples that contain ingredients farmers produce in Indiana. The Indiana State Fair opened Aug. 1 and runs through Aug. 17, closed Mondays, at the Indiana State Fairgrounds and Event Center in Indianapolis.
Remodeling seminars set — Worthington Design & Remodeling will host a free remodeling seminar from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 13 at its Carmel showroom, 99 E. Carmel Dr. Suite 100. The 90-minute session covers how to prep a home, set a budget, plan a realistic timeline and more. A second seminar is set for Aug. 21. Admission is free but space is limited. To reserve a spot, call 317-846-2600.
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Class ring, jewelry among items stolen from area mausoleums
By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com
A 1960s Purdue University class ring, multiple watches and several sentimental pieces of jewelry were among items reported stolen from mausoleums at area cemeteries earlier this year.
POLICE
More than two dozen families were impacted by the break-ins, which occurred in Hamilton and Marion counties between January and March. No one has been arrested and victims continue to await closure of insurance claims filed in connection with the crimes.
In January, Washington Park Cemetery Association discovered items missing from glass front niches inside mausoleum buildings at Buchanan Group’s Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Fishers and Hamilton Memorial Park Cemetery in Westfield. A similar theft also was reported at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery in Indianapolis, which is managed but not owned by Buchanan Group.
In March, WPCA reported another theft from a mausoleum at Washington Park East in Indianapolis, which impacted several families.
According to Ben Upton, Buchanan Group vice president of sales, it appears the “same group of thieves” is responsible for each incident.
Upton said the thieves targeted “anything of perceived value that was in plain sight” and that the monetary value of missing items is estimated to be approximately $10,000. No urns or cremated human remains are believed to have been removed or impacted.
“We’re going to do everything in our power to make sure that we protect those that are entrusted to us and the families that have been impacted,” Upton said. “(We’re going to) do our best to make it as right as possible. Again, nothing makes it right. The thief decided to violate all of us in this process.”
Current attempted to reach several families impacted by the thefts but did not receive a response. One victim confirmed the crime but declined to speak on the record.
The nonprofit WPCA, which includes seven total cemeteries, has filed insurance claims on the missing items, but many of them were worth much more to the fami-
lies than their price tag.
“That’s the tough part with the insurance claims, is that some have sentimental value,” Upton said. “We can try to make it right, but nothing makes that whole.”
Current reached out to Shepherd Insurance regarding the claim but did not receive a response. Upton said he expects the insurance claims to be closed before the end of the year.
The thieves also stole metal letters and numbers from storage drawers in the mausoleum room at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens that were likely targeted to be sold as scrap metal, according to a Fishers Police Department police report.
WPCA reported the thefts to police in Fishers, Westfield and Indianapolis, but no arrests have been made. FPD Sgt. Angela Ellison said the case has been closed out, meaning it won’t be investigated further unless new information becomes available.
The case also has been closed in Westfield because of a “lack of further leads,” according to a police report.
A Flanner Buchanan employee encountered the suspects Jan. 19 when he was locking up for the day at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. According to the FPD police report, the employee noticed a man exiting the Good Shepherd Chapel clutching a Flanner Buchanan bag, which he found to be “odd.”
When the man needed assistance exiting the locked property, he told the employee he worked for a local construction company that frequently works on the site. The employee accepted the answer and unlocked the gate to allow the man and driver of the vehicle to leave.
The employee reported the incident to Flanner Buchanan, which confirmed with the construction company that it was not doing work on the property that day.
Flanner Buchanan has begun locking the mausoleum buildings at all times since the thefts. Previously, they were open during the day. It has also taken other measures to protect belongings.
“Anything of value that we feel like was in still in plain sight, we went ahead and tagged them and put them in our safe, just to make sure nothing else was taken,”
Upton said.
Ellison recommends families using crypts take a photo of the contents to aid an investigation should a theft occur.
Westfield could get unified ZIP code
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
A bill directing the U.S. Postal Service to designate a single, unique ZIP code for 66 communities across the nation — including Westfield, Zionsville, Carmel and Noblesville — recently passed the U.S. House of Representatives.
The bill, introduced by U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colorado), directs the United States Postal Service to create unique ZIP codes for communities in 19 states. The bipartisan bill passed the House July 21 with a 278-121 vote and moved to the Senate, where it was referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs July 22.
According to Boebert’s office, communities that do not have a unique ZIP code can experience associated problems such as loss of economic development; loss of sales tax; higher insurance rates; tax remittance and commercial licensing issues; diminished public safety and reduced emergency response times; identity issues; and efficiency issues.
Westfield Communications Director Kay-
A bill directing the postal service to create a unique ZIP code for 66 communities, including Westfield, passed the U.S. House of Representative in July. (File photo)
la Arnold said the City of Westfield is fully supportive of HB3095.
“We are currently served by seven ZIP codes including Sheridan, Noblesville and Carmel, so getting to one would eliminate confusion, simplify addressing and improve the accuracy of data and ana-
lytics that are tracked,” she said. “There are many times residents are confused because they purchased a home with an address of Carmel or Sheridan, but are actually in Westfield and would attend Westfield (Washington) Schools and vote in Westfield elections.”
Westfield Deputy Mayor Danielle Carey-Tolan is a part of the National ZIP Code Advocacy Coalition — an informal working group of more than three dozen municipalities from across more than 20 states.
A similar bill was introduced by Boebert in 2024, but that bill — which was passed in the House in December 2024 — died in the Senate when the session ended. A similar bill introduced in 2023 by Florida Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart stalled in the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
The bill would create new ZIP codes in communities in Indiana, Colorado, California, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Wisconsin, Oklahoma, Ohio, Kentucky and Texas.
Read the text of the bill at tinyurl. com/3hnbhu77.
Mother’s room at Colts Camp
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
As the Indianapolis Colts take the field for practice at Colts Camp at Grand Park in Westfield, mothers of babies and toddlers can find some cool comfort near the stands.
PARENTING
Holiday Rambler, a motorhome provider and part of REV Group, is sponsoring the Colts Mother’s Room next to Colt City. The amenity is installed in a Class B RV van, providing mothers the ability to feed their babies, pump and change diapers with privacy and comfort. The unit has seating, counterspace and can hold up to four adults.
The mother’s room has been used by dozens of nursing mothers each day at camp.
“The Colts reached out to have a unit on site this year and we figured out that a class B van fits perfectly,” said Jenn Goethel, senior marketing manager at REV Group. “What we focused on is the (automatic) door and the ease of the door. Sometimes the Class A and the Super C (models) can
Holiday Rambler is sponsoring a mother’s room inside a Class B RV van at Colts Camp in Westfield through Aug. 14. (Photo by Marney Simon)
have a latch door that seems intimidating. So, we wanted it user-friendly and it’s not too large. There’s a small bench in the back. We really wanted to have a presence since we are partners all season long with the Colts and this seemed like the perfect fit at Colts training camp.”
Goethel said a core value of Holiday Rambler and REV Group is a focus on family and mothers, which made the partnership a good match.
The unit is open the same hours as Colt City.
Training camp runs through Aug. 14.
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Hamilton County groups pursue separate land trusts
County,
collaborative have similar goals, different structures to add affordable housing
By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com
What began as a partnership to address a lack of affordable housing in the area has evolved into two Hamilton County entities working to launch their own versions of a community land trust.
The Hamilton County Housing Collaborative has been pursuing the idea for several years and initially received financial and other support from the Hamilton County government. But now, the county wants to create its own land trust, which came as a surprise to HCHC leaders.
A CLT is a nonprofit that acquires properties — through purchasing or development — to sell to qualifying buyers at a discounted price. Homeowners are required to sell the home back to the CLT or another qualifying buyer when they are ready to move, and the CLT and seller share the equity if the home’s value rises.
Then, the CLT sells property at a subsidized rate to another qualified buyer under the same conditions, ensuring it remains affordable for perpetuity.
Andrea Davis has been looking to bring the concept to Hamilton County for years. As executive director of nonprofit Hamilton County Area Neighborhood Development, she’s seen firsthand how rising home costs have made homeownership unattainable for many people who want to live in the area. She believes a CLT could help change that.
“I think it’s going to make the community more accessible to the people who make our community great,” she said. “There’s a benefit to having a community where the seniors who built this community are still here and can give us perspective. And for the teachers who make our schools so wonderful, I don’t think they should have to drive 45 minutes to get home.”
In the last year or so, HAND — on behalf of the collaborative — has been researching the feasibility of creating a local CLT. It hired consultant Michael Osborne to introduce the idea to community stakeholders and decided to move forward after finding much support for the idea — including from Hamilton County officials.
“We have a huge housing shortage in Hamilton County, and until we fix that problem, we’re going to (have) stymied growth, and growth is the key to maintaining a strong, healthy community,”
Hamilton County Commissioner Christine Altman said.
CLTs can be finely tuned to address the unique needs of the areas they serve, but all work by removing land from the dynamics of the private market.
“The core concept is dedicating land permanently to (a
HOW COMMUNITY LAND TRUSTS MAKE HOMEOWNERSHIP ATTAINABLE
The chart below shows an example home cost of $350,000
An 80% area median income CLT buyer (household income of $65,280) would pay $195,840. A onetime down payment assistance of $154,160 would be required to make home attainable for this buyer and all future buyers. An unrestricted buyer, regardless of income, would pay $350,000
Both owners own their home for 10 years and then decide to sell.
In both examples, the home appraises for $560,000 at the time of the sale, resulting in a net value increase of $210,000
Both homeowners stand to gain equity from the ownership and sale of their home.
The CLT has preserved attainability while the unrestricted unit has become even less attainable to more people.
The CLT buyer is required to sell at a reduced market value to ensure long-term affordability.
The CLT’s shared equity model allows them to realize 25% equity They are able to sell for $248,340 to another CLT-approved buyer.
After paying off their remaining mortgage ($130,000) the CLT owner’s total equity in the property is $118,340
The CLT property is still affordable to a 101% AMI buyer.
At the time of sale, no price restrictions would be placed on the unrestricted property.
The unrestricted owner sells their home for the full appraised value, $560,000
After paying off their remaining mortgage ($265,000), the unrestricted owner’s total equity in the property is $295,000
The unrestricted property now requires an income of 229% AMI or $186,667
Source: Greenstreet’s “Housing For All: Leveraging Housing for Economic Well-Being” 2022 report
specific use), and not saying, ‘Whatever the market gives us is what we’ll take,’” Osborne said.
Each CLT sets its own standards to determine who is eligible to apply for a protected home, how much assistance they will receive and how the equity is split.
Both entities want to ensure affordable homes are available locally, but they have different ideas about how to run the organization that could help make that happen.
‘A paycheck away from disaster’
The HCHC formed after the COVID-19 pandemic revealed that many area residents were living “a paycheck away from disaster,” Davis said. It began exploring long-term solutions to address the lack of attainable housing.
The coalition commissioned the research firm Greenstreet to study the issue. Its report, released in 2022, found that an attainable home value for a family earning the area median income is $244,800, but only 6 percent of homes on the market fell at or below that price. It concluded that acquiring attainable housing in the county is nearly impossible for many types of essential workers.
The study confirmed a CLT could be a leading option to spur long-term change. So, HCHC began raising funds to launch one. It has received $55,000 in grants so far, but Davis said it still needs approximately $100,000.
Davis initially hoped to receive much of the remainder needed through a Community Development Block Grant, which is distributed by the county. But that changed in July when she was “stunned” to see a request for proposals to assist the county in launching its own land trust.
“We were under the impression (Hamilton County was a member) of the collaborative and were walking alongside
us,” Davis said. “They never had a direct conversation with us to say, ‘We’re going to do our own thing.’”
Altman confirmed CDBG funds will not be given to HCHC to launch a CLT, as the county has already done much of the legwork to create its own version to develop affordable housing prioritized for county employees. Officials originally eyed Baker’s Corner in Adams Township for the project but put the plan on hold after receiving pushback.
Altman said she didn’t know HCHC planned to request the funds until it appeared on the commissioners’ May agenda. She concluded “there was certainly a miscommunication somewhere in the mix.”
“The county has always anticipated building a land trust that met its specific project and that was broad and inclusive enough to welcome other community projects,” Altman said. “While we did not anticipate that any entity other than the county would be forming a land trust, the housing needs of the county are significant and welcome those willing to help with the solution.”
Altman said the county wants to have autonomy in managing its land trust to ensure it remains a county asset that can meet future housing needs.
HCHC plans for its land trust to be formed and governed by the community. Typically, a CLT board consists of CLT homeowners, experts and community stakeholders.
Davis said she does not believe the county’s effort would technically be a CLT, since it would be managed by the government and not the community.
But she said the collaborative would welcome the county to rejoin its efforts at any time.
Read an extended version of this story at youarecurrent.com/?p=260275.
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Anderson appointed to WFD safety and training role
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The Westfield Fire Department recently announced the appointment of Battalion Chief Don Anderson to the position of division chief of safety and training.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Anderson has 17 years of experience as a firefighter and EMT and was instrumental in the department’s training efforts since becoming battalion chief of training in March 2024, according to a news release. His previous roles include serving as a shift training officer for two years and as a merit company lieutenant for another two years. He also has contributed to the Local No. 4416 committee for
Firefighter Human Relations and served on the Reliability Committee for two years, focusing on risk management.
“Developing young recruits into full-functioning firefighters and emergency responders is where my passion lies,” Anderson stated. “Continuing that education and training for the career lifetime of that firefighter is an honor. Serving the men and women of WFD to assure their training does not fail them is the goal, every single day.”
Anderson’s appointment was effective July 14. Anderson
Anderson and his wife, Jennifer, have been married for 23 years and have four children, Ethan, Isaac, Samuel and Rachel.
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Lions prepare for events
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The Westfield Lions Club inducted two new members last month. Greg and Karen Batt, sponsored by Lions Mark and Linda Hallett, were inducted by past District Governor Bob Benson.
NONPROFIT
The Club is organizing its annual fish fry Sept. 5-6. It will be held for the first time at the club’s renovated clubhouse, 1101 E. 169th St.
The fish fry has been held for more than 90 years and generates several thousand dollars that support the club’s charitable donations.
The Lions also are preparing for several upcoming events, including:
SCHOOL VISION SCREENINGS
The Westfield Lions are an active participant in the school vision screening program that tests more than 20,000 students at 88 schools in the central Indiana area. The program, coordinated by the Zionsville Lions Club, helps with early detection of vision issues in students. The program also relieves the burden of testing for school nurses who are responsible
for conducting student vision screenings. Westfield’s vision screening dates are Oct. 8 and Oct. 10 and will cover over 500 students.
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY
Twice a month, the Westfield Lions participate in the Gleaners Mobile Food Pantry food distribution events in Arcadia and Cicero. The events provide food for area families in need. Gleaners provides an opportunity for the Carmel, Noblesville and Westfield Lions Clubs to work together to serve Hamilton County residents.
POKER FOR SIGHT
The Lions are in the early stages of preparing for the popular, semiannual “Poker for Sight” Texas Hold ‘em tournament, scheduled Nov. 14-15 at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds in Noblesville. The Lions will host more than 350 players vying for $25,000 in prize money. The tournament is the club’s signature fundraising event. Learn more at lionspoker.org.
The Westfield Lions Club is always looking for men and women interested in serving others. Learn more at westfieldlions.org.
West Nile virus detected in Hamilton County
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
The Fishers Health Department announced July 24 that the Indiana Department of Health has detected West Nile virus in mosquito samples collected within Hamilton County.
HEALTH
West Nile virus activity is typically highest from July through September, during dusk and dawn, according to the FHD news release. The virus is spread through mosquito bites and is not contagious from person-to-person contact.
According to the Indiana Department of Health’s insect-borne activity dashboard for West Nile Virus, tests are conducted in pools of standing water where mosquitoes breed. In Hamilton County, about 280 pools were tested and 26 had positive results for West Nile virus. That was the highest number of positive results in the state. The next highest was eight positives in Marion County. However, Hamilton County also had
more pools tested than any other county — more than double the number of pools compared to Marion County, for example. To reduce the risk of infection:
• Reduce mosquito habitats by eliminating standing water like birdbaths and flowerpots.
• Use EPA-registered insect repellents with DEET, Picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus.
• Wear protective clothing, such as long sleeves and pants, particularly during dawn and dusk.
• Keep doors and windows closed and ensure that screens are intact.
• Limit outdoor activity during dusk and dawn.
People over the age of 60 are at higher risk of developing serious illness from West Nile virus, according to the state health department’s website.
For more, visit the Indiana Department of Health’s insect-borne activity dashboards at in.gov/health/idepd/zoonotic-and-vectorborne-epidemiology-entomology.
Brothers arrested for drugs
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The Westfield Police Department Special Investigations Unit, in collaboration with the Fishers Crime Reduction Unit, recently arrested two Indianapolis siblings for suspected drug dealing in Hamilton County.
According to a news release, detectives conducted a traffic stop July 10 on Anthony Castillo, 22, as he traveled from Indianapolis to Westfield. WDP K-9 Scout alerted to the odor of narcotics. According to the release, a search of the vehicle revealed one ounce of psilocybin mushrooms; marijuana; and a Glock handgun with an extended magazine.
zine; a small amount of cocaine; hundreds of THC products; a loaded revolver and an AR-style pistol; and approximately $5,000 in cash, according to the release. Anthony Castillo was charged with two counts of felony dealing of a controlled substance; two counts of felony dealing of a narcotic; and one felony count of dealing in marijuana over 10 pounds.
After the stop, a search warrant was obtained for the Castillos’ apartment in the 500 block of Broken Bow Trail in Indianapolis. The SIU and CRU and the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department executed the warrant and recovered 11 pounds of marijuana; 1.5 pounds of psilocybin mushrooms; a bottle of Prometha-
An arrest warrant for his brother, Alexander Castillo, 21, was issued July 16. With the assistance of the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office, Alexander was located and arrested in the early morning hours of July 22 on charges of dealing a controlled substance; dealing a narcotic; possession of a narcotic drug; and dealing in marijuana over 10 pounds.
The Castillo brothers were booked into the Hamilton County Jail on a $150,000 bond each. According to online court records, Anthony Castillo’s next court date is Sept. 2. and Alexander Castillio’s next court appearance is Oct. 7.
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AUGUST 15-17, 2025
Hamilton County, Indiana
August 15-17, 2025
The Club at Chatham Hills
1100 Chatham Hills Boulevard Westfield, Ind. 46074
All guests will arrive via shuttles and enter at the Main Entrance located off Tomlinson Rd.
PARKING
Parking for all ticketholders will be at 308 E. 191st St., Westfield. Parking is free with paid admission.
Lots open one hour before gates each day and close 90 minutes after conclusion of play (Sunday) or conclusion of the concert (Friday and Saturday).
Shuttles are provided from the parking lot to the main spectator entrance. Please allow 10 to 15 minutes for shuttle transportation to and from the venue.
There is no public parking at The Club at Chatham Hills, main spectator entrance or surrounding neighborhoods. No exceptions.
TICKETS
Tickets for LIV Golf Indianapolis, August 15-18, 2025, at The Club at Chatham Hills, can be purchased at livgolf.com/tickets. Ticket options include:
• 3-Day Passes (Friday-Sunday)
• Single-Day Passes for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
• Concert-specific tickets (Concert Pit, Zone A, Backstage Lounge, Legends Circle).
• Children 12 and under receive free Grounds Pass admission at the entry gate when accompanied by a ticketed adult. For hospitality areas, children aged 4 and over require a ticket.
EVENT SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, AUGUST 15TH
10 A.M.
Gates, Hospitality and Fan Village open
12:05 P.M.
Shotgun start for the first round AFTER GOLF (5 P.M.)
Riley Green at the Concert Stage
30 MINUTES AFTER PLAY Hospitality closes
7 P.M.
Gates and Fan Village close
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH
9 A.M.
Gates, Hospitality and Fan Village open 11:05 A.M.
Shotgun start for the second round AFTER GOLF (4 P.M.)
Jason Derulo at the Concert Stage
30 MINUTES AFTER PLAY Hospitality closes 6 P.M. Gates and Fan Village close
SUNDAY, AUGUST 17TH
8 A.M.
Gates, Hospitality and Fan Village open
10:05 A.M.
Shotgun Start for the final round AFTER GOLF Podium ceremony
30 MINUTES AFTER PLAY Hospitality closes
FAIRWAY FUN
Inside the LIV Golf Fan Village
By Brittney Dial news@youarecurrent.com
The LIV Golf tournament’s Fan Village, affectionately referred to as the “beating heart of every LIV Golf event,” according to event organizers, includes dining options and a range of family friendly activities, including live entertainment.
With three locations at the course — the putting green, the practice range and an area between the 17th and 19th holes — the Fan Village features several activities, including next-gen golf simulators, classic sports challenges and arcade games.
Activities in the fan village include:
TIRE SHOP CHIPPING
Fans can chip golf balls into stacked tire targets, which is designed to test precision in a race-inspired challenge.
PIT STOP CRAZY PUTT
This putting challenge, inspired by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, simulates the racetrack’s turns in a classic putting game. The course is complete with a podium at the very end.
PUTT PRESSURE RACE
Fans compete against each other, racing to sink putts from increasing distances.
POP-A-SHOT CHALLENGE
This arcade basketball game features rapid-fire hoops, electronic scoring and a quick ball return. A team-sport format, the Pop-A-Shot challenge is for groups, allowing people to play with or against their friends or other fans. A few additional team activities also are offered.
FLOP A SHOT
Fans attempt the iconic flop shot made by professional golfer Phil Mickelson by lofting the ball over a cutout of Mickelson onto the green.
HYFLYERS X DORMIE
Fans can engage with the HyFlyers LIV X Fan Club and score branded, exclusive team gear.
The experience at Fan Village is designed for fans of all ages with interactive games and activities and the designated Kids Zone, which includes a temporary tattoo station, an Xbox racing game, a race on a 3D-printed Indianapolis Motor Speedway track and more hands-on games. Kids 12 and under are free with a ticketed adult. A goat petting zoo also will be available.
Sensory-sensitive activities also are included, such as sand and water play, sensory poppers, ball pits, headphones and tactile experiences.
A DJ Tower will play curated music throughout the Fan Village hours. Photo opportunities also are available course wide, including a digital mirror that inserts a fan into their favorite team photo.
For more and to purchase tickets, visit livgolf.com/fan-village.
IF YOU GO
Hours of Operation for LIV Golf Fan Village are as follows:
• Friday, Aug. 15 — 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Saturday, Aug. 16 — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday, Aug. 17 — 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
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BEYOND THE COURSE
Special promotion enlivens LIV Golf experience
By Lauren Weidinger news@youarecurrent.com
The upcoming LIV Golf tournament does not simply provide golf enthusiasts a chance to watch the professionals play. Fans also can explore what Hamilton County has to offer beyond the fairway and greens.
Attendees can obtain a Beyond the Course pass — a special promotion designed to encourage individuals to dine out and support local businesses during the tournament.
The Beyond the Course pass is a mobile-friendly “passport” that offers visitors and residents a variety of savings deals and discounts to local attractions, restaurants and retailers throughout Hamilton County.
“The introduction of the pass expands the event’s impact beyond the course by offering exclusive deals through our valued partners in the food industry,” said Gabe Amick, senior sports development manager for the Hamilton County Sports Authority. “This initiative helps promote local businesses to both residents and visitors, encouraging spending within the community that has built and supported the event.”
a staff member at participating businesses. The Beyond the Course pass is valid through Aug. 18. Discounts can only be applied one time per business.
Ashley Ledford, director of marketing and promotions for Hamilton County Tourism, said the pass is for visitors and residents.
“I would encourage locals and visitors to claim the savings (and) take advantage of it,” she said. “This is a great way to go and experience new restaurants. I feel like there are some new ones and some oldies but goodies on the list, so even as a local resident, you can be a part of it and go and explore different food options that our destination has to offer.”
The three-day LIV Golf Indianapolis tournament is expected to draw 45,000 spectators.
“LIV Golf presents a significant opportunity for the community,” Amick said. “The tournament is estimated to generate $20 million in economic impact, benefiting local businesses, hospitality and tourism.”
After signing up for the Beyond the Course pass, the passport will be instantly delivered to mobile devices via text and email. The pass is available to use immediately with no app to download and can be saved to a phone’s home screen for easy-to-use access or opened through a web browser.
To redeem discounts, participants can present the pass to
The Beyond the Course pass includes more than 60 local vendors with savings ranging from percentages off of meals and appetizers, to free items to buy one, get one deals. Ledford said businesses and restaurants that are not currently included in the Beyond the Course pass but who would like to participate can reach out to her directly before the beginning of the tournament Aug. 15.
Sign up for the Beyond the Course pass at visithamiltoncounty.com/ things-to-do/professional-sports/ liv-golf/beyond-course.
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As LIV Golf brings world-class competition to town, you’re invited to take a swing at exclusive local deals with the Beyond the Course pass. This free, mobile-friendly pass is your ticket to birdie-worthy bargains at top-notch restaurants and things to do near the course.
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MUSIC MEETS GOLF
Riley Green & Jason Derulo set to amp up LIV Golf Indianapolis
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Concerts have become a staple of LIV Golf tournaments
The Aug. 15-17 tournament at The Club at Chatham Hills in Westfield will feature a diverse mix of headliners with concerts by country singer/songwriter Riley Green Aug. 15 and R&B/pop star Jason Derilo Aug. 16. Concerts begin after each day’s round of golf concludes, tentatively at 5 p.m. Aug. 15 and 4 p.m. Aug. 16.
“LIV Golf is about challenging boundaries and revolutionizing the fan experience,” stated Ross Hallett, LIV Golf executive vice president and head of events. “Riley Green and Jason Derulo will deliver dynamic performances highlighting our one-of-a-kind festival environment filled with intense competition, immersive fan zones, music
and energy. LIV Golf Indianapolis is on track to become one of our best-attended events of the year and it’s going to be an electric weekend for all fans to enjoy as we crown our individual champion.”
AJ Dolan, vice president of music and event production for LIV Golf, said the concerts are a key part of the tournaments.
“Live music is not an add-on — it is a core component to how LIV Golf redefines the fan experience,” he said. “We’re building a global entertainment platform where elite competition meets fan connection, creating moments that make fans feel different. Concerts like the ones we’re bringing to Indianapolis, with Riley Green and Jason Derulo, turn the tournament into a weekend-long festival that is unique to LIV Golf.
Riley Green is scheduled to perform Aug. 15. (Photo courtesy of LIV Golf)
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“Concerts supercharge the vibe and open the experience to more fans, whether they’re hardcore golf followers or attendees just in it for a great time. LIV Golf Indianapolis is a lineup built to reflect the diversity of our audience and the energy of the weekend.”
Green, who is known for his downto-earth lyrics, has released three studio albums: “Different ‘Round Here,” “Ain’t My Last Rodeo” and “Don’t Mind If I Do.”
He rerecorded the song “Different ‘Round Here” with Luke Combs and it became a No. 1 single.
“There Was This Girl” was a No. 1 platinum hit. His song “I Wish Grandpas Never Died” was threetime platinum certified.
Green and Thomas Rhett combined for the hit, “Half of Me.”
Green, a former Jacksonville State University quarterback, was named the Academy of Country Music’s 2020 New Male Artist of the Year.
Derulo has sold more than 250 million singles around the world and has 14 platinum hits in the U.S. His fifth studio album, “Nu King,” came out in 2024. His sound blends pop, R&B and dance.
Some of his hits include “Talk Dirty,” “In My Head,” “Ridin’ Solo” and “Want to Want Me,”
“Riley Green is one of the rising stars in country music and a true headline act.” Dolan said. “ We could not be more excited for him to take the stage on (Aug. 15). Jason Derulo has been a pop-culture icon for 20 years — he’s still as relevant today as ever — and his pop and R&B set will be a party from start to finish. It’s a lineup built to reflect the mixture of our audience and the energy of the weekend.”
Dolan said it’s about providing a varied mix of music everyone can enjoy.
“In Indianapolis, both artists will have full sets and live bands while providing their own distinct blend of energy,” he said. “A festival headliner like Riley Green will start the party and set the tone of our individual championship, then Jason Derulo will arrive with a completely different spark — genre-blending, high-performance, totally electric. It keeps the weekend fresh, dynamic, and inclusive. Our fans are multidimensional, and our entertainment reflects that.”
For more, visit jasonderulo.com and rileygreenmusic.com
Jason Derulo is scheduled to perform Aug. 16. (Photo courtesy of LIV Golf)
LIV GOLF GETS LIVE ART
Renowned artist ARCY to spray-paint mural during tournament
By David Jacobs david@youarecurrent.com
On a canvas stretching 36 feet long and 8 feet tall in front of The Club at Chatham Hills, Ryan Christiansen — better known as ARCY — will spray-paint a mural for LIV Golf throughout the Aug. 15-17 tournament.
“I have everything planned out to a ‘T’, and that way there’s no room for error when I’m in front of people and creating this piece,” Christiansen said. “I’ve done a lot of live events throughout my career. A lot of planning goes into it. The design has to get approved by a committee, and I’ll go back and forth ironing something out that represents the event and the city of Westfield.”
Despite such a large canvas to fill, it is one of the smaller murals Christiansen has created.
“It’s hard to go smaller than this with spray paint,” he said. “You can only spray with the tips you’re using. Even the smallest tips I can get are about half an inch. So, that poses a problem when you’re working on
a smaller-scale spray paint. The imagery has to be manipulated so that it is larger and more detailed. I can’t get a lot of detail into smaller things on the canvas…It’s easier with a larger tip and doing bigger stuff.”
The Connecticut resident has created hundreds of permanent large-scale works throughout North America, Australia and Europe.
“I have had a love for art since I was a little kid,” Christiansen said. “The passion really exploded when I started to fall in love with graffiti art and that whole culture and form of expression. I never really planned on doing this as a career; it just kind of worked out the way it did.”
Christiansen has completed murals for several major brands, including The Smithsonian Institution, Major League Baseball, America’s National Park Service and Walt Disney.
“One connection led to another,” he said. “Here I am today, able to support my family doing this. I always tell people don’t ever go into (art) with such high goals.”
Muralist Ryan “ARCY” Christiansen will spray paint a mural during the LIV Golf Indianapolis tournament.
(Photo courtesy of Ryan Chrisitiansen)
SUSTAINABILITY A LIV GOLF VALUE
Westfield tournament implements comprehensive efforts for a greener event
By David Jacobs david@youarecurrent.com
With its casual, party-esque culture, LIV Golf has taken the sport and sports world by storm. The professional golf tour will bring the party to Westfield at The Club at Chatham Hills, Aug 15-17.
To lessen the event’s environmental impact, LIV works with Blue Strike Environmental to make sure there is a sustainability manager on-site for each event. For the stop in Westfield, Blue Strike National Sustainability Program Manager Riley Bahr coordinates local composting services for the event with help from Hamilton County Tourism.
”(Composting service) RE317 in Westfield and Hamilton County, and they’re going to be doing the collection of compost from the event,” said Katherine Couch, senior sustainability manager for Hamilton County Tourism. “Another local partner we were able to connect them to is RecycleForce, based out of Indianapolis.”
To enhance sustainability efforts, Hamilton County Tourism helped form a subcommittee chaired by Laura Crum, marketing director with Sports Venue Forum, that includes Couch and Westfield Parks and Recreation Director Christopher McConnell.
“We meet regularly to try and support LIV’s sustainability team,” Couch said. “These large-scale events do have an environmental impact, even if it’s not always visible. So, it’s really important that we’re thinking about how we can be responsible stewards of our natural resources and our natural environment.”
Hamilton County Tourism officials said the goal is to maintain a healthy environment.
From installing a pollinator program near the 12th hole to support
its ecosystem and keeping track of water usage, The Club at Chatham regularly implements the practices to help reach its sustainability goals.
Course Superintendent Chad Allen said Chatham Hills is intentionally a “good steward” of the property.
“Golf has gotten a bad rap of being a wasteful (sport),” he said. “For us in this industry, we’re trying to recreate that narrative to show that we’re keepers of the grass. We’re not just throwing down products to make the course green.”
Allen expects approximately 20,000 fans will attend each day of the tournament.
“There’s only so much you can do (in preparation), but we’ll turn off our irrigation on Aug. 8 or 9,” Allen said. “Every drop of water that hits the course will come out of a hose, so we’re very site-specific. We’re not going to be over-watering. When you have this influx of people out here, you try to keep things as dry and firm as possible.”
Anyone planning to attend the LIV event should keep an eye out for LIV’s ‘Know Before You Go,’ which will highlight several tips on how to enjoy the weekend sustainably.
For more, visit livgolf.com/ schedule/indianapolis-2025.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
To enhance sustainability efforts, Katherine Couch, senior sustainability manager for Hamilton County Tourism, offers several recommendations for fans who plan to attend the event.
“Carpooling, biking or walking to the event will cut down emissions and make (traffic)more efficient,” Couch said. “Make sure to bring a water bottle to refill; there will be refill stations across the course for visitors. You can also really help us with waste sorting at the event.”
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library program now available — Hamilton County has launched Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a nationally acclaimed book-gifting program that delivers free, high-quality, age-appropriate books to children from birth to age 5 at no cost to families. Children enrolled at birth will receive up to 60 books by the time they graduate from the program at age five. The Dollywood Foundation manages operations and secures books at a discounted rate, while local partners fund the mailing and program costs. In Hamilton County, the initiative is fully funded for its first three years by the Hamilton County Council, the state of Indiana and the CenterPoint Energy Foundation. Sustaining the program beyond the initial three years will depend on ongoing community support and fundraising efforts. Families and caregivers can register their children online at ImaginationLibrary. com. Following a soft launch earlier this month, Hamilton County has already registered more than 1,750 children. The initiative is coordinated by Hamilton County’s public libraries in collaboration with the Hamilton County Community Foundation.
Showcase and Taste of Westfield — The Westfield Chamber of Commerce hosts the third annual Showcase & Taste of Westfield from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 23 at Grand Park. The networking event, open to the public, is an opportunity for local businesses to connect with potential customers at one of the chamber’s largest events of the year. Exhibitors include restaurants; service and healthcare providers; legal professionals; entertainment venues; and food providers. Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities are available at westfieldchamberindy.com under the events tab.
Dinner Party on Union tickets available — Reservations are available for the eighth annual Dinner Party on Union from 6 to 11 p.m. Sept. 13, hosted by the Downtown Westfield Association. Tickets are $400 per couple; $1,600 per eight-person table; and $2,000 per 10-person table. Tickets include a cocktail reception; dinner from Prime 47; and assorted desserts. Live entertainment, a live auction and a silent auction round out the evening. Proceeds from the event support the association’s mission of endowing, enhancing and enriching downtown Westfield. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at tinyurl.com/ wbch5r6a.
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Westfield Welcome volunteers keep activities running smoothly at Colts Camp
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
Indianapolis Colts training camp is in full swing at Grand Park in Westfield.
Although the stars of the show are the players, coaches and, of course, the mascot Blue, it’s a team of volunteers coordinated by Westfield Welcome and local law enforcement that keep things running smoothly during training camp.
Westfield Welcome has coordinated volunteers at Colts Camp since it moved to Grand Park from Anderson University in 2018. Between 40 and 50 volunteers check in several hours before the team hits the practice field, directing parking, offering rides on golf carts, answering questions, making sure fans are directed to the right areas and generally keeping an eye on things.
Ken Lewis, an Atlanta, Ind., resident who grew up in Westfield, volunteers at camp each summer.
“I’m a season-ticket holder, so I’m a huge Colts fan,” he said. “There was no doubt in my mind to volunteer once they made the announcement it was at Grand Park.”
Lewis volunteers in the VIP section, checking wristbands and making sure people are in the right place. A volunteer since 2018, he said things have changed a lot at camp — for the better.
“They’ve done a lot of different things out here to improve everything,” he said. “The first year, Colt City wasn’t like this at all. Now, it’s all in the center and it’s really nice.”
Lisa Everling-Baumgartner has volunteered with Westfield Welcome for the past six years. She’s spent the last three summers at Colts Camp driving a golf cart to help people get to and from the field. A Westfield resident for 28 years, she said volunteering is a way to meet and interact with people from all over the region.
“There are different golf carts at different (parking) lots, and then there are people who you just bring to the entrance. We bring them up as far as we can and get them to where they need to be,” she said. “It’s fun to get to meet people. I’ve picked up people who have never been here before (and) it’s interesting talking to new people and learning why they came here.”
Janice Ruiz moved to Westfield 10 years ago to be closer to her children and grandchildren. She started volunteering with Westfield Welcome at local events shortly after she moved, which led to working at Colts Camp when it came to Grand Park seven years ago.
“I volunteer three to four times during
camp, and I do something different every time,” she said. “I’ve done all the entrance information booths. I’ve done the VIP. I’ve done the elevator. I’ve done the golf carts. A little bit of everything. That very first year, the volunteers helped check people in, and there were no covers, and it was sunny. You couldn’t see the app, and we
ABOUT COLTS CAMP
The 2025 Indianapolis Colts Training Camp at Grand Park in Westfield runs through Aug. 14. Open practices include bleacher seating, family-friendly activities and opportunities to see players up close. A joint-practice day with the Green Bay Packers is Aug. 14. Training camp includes Colts City — an 85,000-square-foot multipurpose asphalt pad and turf field adjacent to the practice fields. Colts City will be open
each day practice is open. Activities include the Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital Field with football drills; a 40yard dash and flag football activities; Colts In Motion, an interactive traveling experience; the Colts Pro Shop; cool zones; appearances by team mascot Blue and the Colts Cheerleaders; and interactive partner displays and exhibits. Learn more and get tickets at colts. com/events/trainingcamp.
had long, long lines. We’ve learned from that, and now the Colts actually take care of all that. It has grown in a really good way.”
Volunteers don’t simply deal with meetand-greet situations. They are trained to respond quickly to a variety of situations, like if someone is stuck in the elevator at the grandstand or if someone needs assistance.
“I just interact with everybody and anybody, one way or another,” Lewis said. “It’s not always easy (and) you always kind of have to be on high alert.”
Volunteers also walk away each year with stories to share.
“I was at the South Entrance one year, and the Budweiser Clydesdales went past me,” Ruiz said. “That was very cool that year. Then last year, I donated blood. They had a blood mobile here at camp.”
Everling-Baumgartner said the golf cart
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Westfield City Councilor and Westfield Welcome volunteer Victor McCarty directs traffic at Grand Park during Colts Camp. (Photos by Marney Simon) Blue on the field at Colts Camp at Grand Park in Westfield.
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drivers also give rides to players, which can be memorable.
“One of the ladies who also drives a golf cart — I’ll never forget — she had a flat tire on a golf cart and she had to pick up some football players and she drove it all the way back over here from the hotel. And that was the end of the rim,” she said.
Many volunteers agree that the best part of Colts Camp is the people.
“It’s awesome, you run into former coaches or players,” Lewis said. “I saw (former Colts wide receiver) Bill Brooks the other day. A lot of these people, you see them every year.”
Ruiz and Everling-Baumgartner volunteer for events year-round in Westfield like the farmers market, winter market, Melt the Trail and provide ride assistance at events.
“The Westfield Welcome folks are amazing, they’re just so organized,” Ruiz said. “They have been for 10 years since I’ve been involved with them. We were going to live here so I wanted to be a part of the community and get to learn about the community and people and give back. And it’s just fun.”
Everling-Baumgartner echoed the sentiment.
“We love Westfield. We’re proud. We built a new house here,” she said. “(Volunteering) is something that’s fulfilling and everybody enjoys it. You get to meet different people and learn about different events and you’re helping Westfield grow more and be the best.”
Besides volunteers, the Westfield Police Department plays an essential role at camp, ensuring the safety of everyone who comes through the gates.
WPD Assistant Chief Billy Adams said officers are present throughout camp to ensure the safety of the fans and players;
manage traffic; assist with crowd control; and respond to any public safety needs that might arise.
“We work closely with Colts staff, city officials and event organizers to create a welcoming and secure environment for fans, players and staff,” he said. “I’m incredibly proud of the professionalism and dedication our officers demonstrate throughout the duration of camp — especially while working long hours in the summer heat. Their commitment to serving our community and visitors with integrity and enthusiasm is what makes events like this a continued success for Westfield.”
Volunteers said what the Colts offer fans at Grand Park is unique.
“Teams that come here and people who come (for the first time), they’ve never seen anything like this location,” Lewis said. “Every team scrimmage that’s been here, they just absolutely love this place. The fans come here, and they have a ball — just the interaction with everybody and to see the fans, there’s just a lot of activity. Don’t miss it. If you get the chance, make it out here.”
Volunteers encourage people to attend, even if they aren’t football fans.
“Everybody’s here to have a good time,” Ruiz said. “It just flows so smoothly and well organized. And it’s fun to see the young kids come with their footballs and their helmets and all that stuff to get an autograph. They just are so excited. There’s so much to see here other than to sit in the bleachers. There are activities, there’s food, it’s just a nice way to spend an afternoon.”
Fans cheer during Colts Camp at Grand Park in Westfield. (Photos by Marney Simon)
From left, Indianapolis Colts tight end Drew Ogletree and tight end Jenali Woods toss autographed footballs to fans at Colts Camp.
Indianapolis Colts rookie cornerback Justin Walley signs autographs for fans at Grand Park.
A young fan in a helmet wears a T.Y. Hilton jersey at Colts Camp.
Fans fill the stands at Colts Camp in Westfield.
Colts City at training camp at Grand Park includes interactive activities for fans.
A family poses for photos with team cutouts at Colts Camp in Westfield.
ON THE COVER: Westfield Welcome volunteer Lisa Everling-Baumgartner drives a golf cart at Colts Camp in Westfield. (Photo by Marney Simon)
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The Shooting Academy focuses on gun education, safety
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The Shooting Academy in Westfield is under new ownership. Opened in 2014 as Tim’s Shooting Academy, the firearms store, training center and indoor shooting facility at 17777 Commerce Dr. in Westfield is more than a place to practice.
FIREARMS
For those new to firearms, the academy offers a basic class.
Yan Guenette, general manager of The Shooting Academy, said classes help firearm owners and family members become familiar with their weapons. The basic class gives students exposure to a handgun to the extent that they’re comfortable — they learn how to safely handle the gun, how to load it and how to fire it, and can spend as much or little time as they want on the range.
The academy also offers a ladies-only class.
“The ladies-only and the basic pistol are both the exact same class, but the ladies only is obviously just ladies only in the class,” Guenette said. “It’s the same curriculum, same step-by-step process. It starts from the bottom (and) goes up from there. Some ladies may feel that maybe they are intimidated when there are men in the class, so they prefer to just be with women. We get plenty of women who also take the basic class, a lot of husband-wife or partners, things like that. We’ve had many times where a group of women friends will take the class together and they’ve kind of got this camaraderie about them. As an instructor, those are actually the most fun classes, the ladies only. People speak out. They put their guard down because it’s all women and they just have fun instead of being a little apprehensive. So, it’s pretty cool.”
The Shooting Academy prioritizes safety, education and responsible firearms ownership. The first thing anyone does before they can go on the range is sign a waiver and watch a safety video. For basic classroom instruction, participants spend three hours with instructors learning about firearms, going over safety protocols and learning how to properly handle a firearm. Participants spend one hour on the range and can try different firearms.
“You get to shoot a couple of guns on
your time on the range to get you started and get comfortable with it,” Guenette said. “It doesn’t make you a sharpshooter by the end of it, but you’re comfortable enough that you shouldn’t be nervous and (we can) point you in the right direction as far as where you want to go next. Buying a firearm, to me, is like buying a guitar. You’re not a musician once you buy the guitar.”
After a basic or ladies-only class, instructors recommend participants practice on the range before moving to the next level of instruction. In intermediate classes, participants are introduced to the holster and the holster draw. In advanced classes and concealed carry classes, participants learn the methods of safely carrying firearms.
Guenette said just like any hobby, the key to getting better is practice. Clinetelle at The Shooting Academy ranges from those who shoot on occasion to those who come in several times a week to keep their proficiency up. The classes are designed for participants to be comfortable with firearms and lose any fear of the unknown. Although firearm training is not mandated in Indiana, Guenette said classes teach participants safety tips, rules and expectations they might not learn on their own.
“What’s special about The Shooting Academy versus any run-of-the-mill gun store is we have the range and we have classes and we’re education-focused,” he said. “(We like) to focus more on the range and the classes. The guns and accessories are an addition to what we offer, not the focus of what we offer.”
Learn more at theshootingacademy.com.
A woman practices on the range at The Shooting Academy in Westfield. (Photo courtesy of The Shooting Academy)
Blueprint for Improvement: Basement transformation
Commentary by Larry Greene
This unfinished Carmel basement was completely transformed into a stylish family room and bar area with custom built-ins, rich tones and functional design.
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• The raw, unfinished basement was reimagined as a polished, multi-use space for relaxing and entertaining.
• Built-in cabinetry anchors the TV wall with ample storage and symmetrical shelving.
• A textured navy wallpaper by Joanna Gaines adds depth and contrast while highlighting the crisp white cabinetry.
• The bar features sleek Cambria quartz countertops, matte black stools and modern glass pendants.
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CCP set to present police drama ‘American Son’
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Zarah Shejule had several reasons for wanting to perform in the play “American Son.”
Shejule plays the mother in Carmel Community Players’ production of “American Son,” which is set for Aug. 8-17 at The Switch Theatre in the Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy in Fishers.
Shejule was eager to work again with her friend Bradley Lowe, the director.
“It’s just an amazing show, amazingly written,” Shejule said. “It’s such an important message. I loved the idea of being part of a group of people getting the message out there.”
Shejule, who is biracial, plays a Black woman named Kendra whose son, Jamal, is being held in a Miami police station. Kendra’s estranged husband, Scott, is white. The other two characters are an older Black police officer and a young white officer.
“Bradley and I are similar in age and so we’re both kind of the first real wave of legal mixed kids,” said the 37-year-old Shejule, who lives in Wilkinson in Hancock County. “A lot of the teachers just didn’t quite know what to do with us and maybe how to talk about certain things. I went to school in the country and there were a lot of Confederate flags.”
Shejule, whose mother is white and father is Black, said she has a greater appreciation for what her mother was feeling. In 1967, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down state laws that made interracial marriages illegal.
“At the soul of the show, it is a mother whose child is in custody,” Shejule said. “There are other layers and race being a big layer of it.”
However, Shejule and Lowe said any parent can relate to the story.
“There is no bias to the story,” said Lowe, a Lawrence resident. “It doesn’t have an agenda. It’s about family.”
Earl Campbell, a Noblesville resident, plays the father, who is an FBI agent.
“I only audition for anything if it hits me emotionally and I feel like there is a
story for me in it,” he said. “I was really struck by this because of just the intensity of the character I play. I’m a father of three and I imagine myself in those circumstances and imagine myself saying some of the same lines. I’m not an FBI agent, but I feel my own expectations for my children have at times been high.”
Campbell said he is always motivated to perform more complicated material.
Bryan Ball, an Indianapolis resident, is performing with CCP for the first time as the older police officer, Lt. John Stokes.
“Stokes plays a vital role because he is giving a different side of the racial divide, coming from a more older lens in the African American community,” he said. “I do identify with the character that in certain situations you might have to switch who you are a bit to navigate through certain situations that might cause harm to you as an African American male in society.”
Ball said he is playing a character older
Zarah Shejule and Earl Campbell perform in Carmel Community Players’ production of “American Son.” (Photo courtesy of Gary Nelson)
‘WAITRESS’
“Waitress” runs through Aug. 31 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.
FEINSTEIN’S CABARET
“Human Jukebox with The Ahlwardts” is set for Aug. 8, followed by “All the Way Frank: A Sinatra Tribute” Aug. 9 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. The performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc. com.
‘MAN ON THE MOON’
Fritz and the Tantrums will perform its “Man on the Moon” concert at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
LOCAL MIX MUSIC SERIES
The Local Mix Series features King Bee and the Stingers at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Tickets are $10 or register for a free livestream at thecenterpresents.org.
‘A FEW GOOD MOMENTS’
than himself from a different generation.
Lowe said it was a show he discovered in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We were in the height of the Black Lives Matter movement and the pandemic, and I think we were all a little numb,” he said. “I thought it would be a great show to do and tell this story.”
Joshua Matasovsky, a Fishers resident, plays the younger officer, Paul Larkin, Matasovsky said there are challenges to what motivates his character.
“Throughout the show, he’s trying to help the mom, but at the same time, he is very nonchalant about it,” said Matasovsky, a 2021 Hamilton Southeastern High School graduate. “To him, this is another night. But to her, it’s not. I think it shows the two different perspectives in how a police officer views the situation and how a mother views the situation.”
For more, visit carmelplayers.org.
Burton Cummings, former singer for The Guess Who, will perform his “A Few Good Moments” concert at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
DISPATCH
CSO fundraiser features spy theme — Carmel Symphony Orchestra’s fundraiser will feature a “James Bond” theme at 5 p.m. Aug. 21 at Woodland Country Club in Carmel. The fundraiser will feature a “James Bond” martini bar and cocktails at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m. Gene Coyle, recipient of the CIA’s Intelligence Medal of Merit, will share stories about his more than 30 years as a field officer in the CIA. The retired Indiana University professor writes spy novels. CSO pianist Patrick Fata will perform music from the “James Bond” film series. The cost is $85 per person. For more, visit carmelsymphony.org.
FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS: MAN ON THE MOON TOUR
U.S. NAVY BAND COMMODORES
THU, OCT 23 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
WED, AUG 6 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
HERB ALPERT & THE TIJUANA BRASS & OTHER DELIGHTS
THU, AUG 7 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
BURTON CUMMINGS OF THE GUESS WHO A FEW GOOD MOMENTS TOUR
SUN, AUG 10 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
FOUR80EAST
FRI, SEP 12 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
STORIES AND SONGS
WITH ROGER MCGUINN
SAT, SEP 13 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
THE CENTER CELEBRATION 2025 PRESENTED BY ICE MILLER
SAT, SEP 20 AT 5PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH BRIAN MCKNIGHT
FRI, SEP 26 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JAY LENO
SAT, SEP 27 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CHOIR! CHOIR! CHOIR! WE WILL CHOIR YOU! AN EPIC QUEEN SING-ALONG
THU, OCT 2 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
RICK BRAUN & MINDI ABAIR
SAT, OCT 4 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
IL DIVO BY CANDLELIGHT
THU, OCT 9 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AIDA CUEVAS:
50 YEARS SINGING TO MEXICO
FRI, OCT 10 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
MATTHEW MORRISON: RHYTHMS & REVELATIONS
FRI, OCT 17 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH TOMMY EMMANUEL, CGP
SAT, OCT 18 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
VIENNA BOYS CHOIR
SUN, OCT 19 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS: JAZZ FROM THE BACK O’ TOWN FRI, OCT 24 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JESSE COOK: LIVE IN CONCERT SUN, OCT 26 AT 7PM | THE TARKINGTON
BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY
SAT, NOV 1 AT 8PM & SUN, NOV 2 AT 2PM PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
HEATHER LAND LIVE SAT, NOV 1 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
JON SCHMIDT OF THE PIANO GUYS
THU, NOV 6 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
LISA LOEB & JOAN OSBORNE
FRI, NOV 7 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
TITO PUENTE JR. AND HIS LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE
SAT, NOV 8 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
THE VOICE OF WHITNEY: A SYMPHONIC CELEBRATION SAT, NOV 8 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
BRANDON WOODY’S UPENDO SUN, NOV 9 AT 7PM | THE TARKINGTON
SAMARA JOY FRI, NOV 14 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
PEABO BRYSON
FRI, NOV 21 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
WISH YOU WERE HERE: THE SIGHT AND SOUND OF PINK FLOYD
SAT, NOV 22 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
LES ARTS FLORISSANTS
VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS AT 300 SUN, NOV 23 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH DAVID FOSTER & KATHARINE MCPHEE
TUE, DEC 2 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
SONGBOOK FOUNDATION
HOLIDAY SCREENING
THU, DEC 4 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JON MCLAUGHLIN & FRIENDS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS FRI, DEC 5 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND
CREOLE CHRISTMAS MON, DEC 8 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS FRI, DEC 12 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CHRIS ISAAK
SAT, DEC 13 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
LET’S SING TAYLOR:
AN UNOFFICIAL LIVE TRIBUTE SHOW SAT JAN 17 AT 2PM & 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
WITH RAY CHEN
FRI, JAN 30 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CECE TENEAL’S DIVAS OF SOUL SAT, JAN 31 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
WAYNE NEWTON: UP CLOSE & PERSONAL SAT, FEB 14 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
MARIACHI HERENCIA DE MÉXICO
LA NUEVA GENERACIÓN TOUR
FRI, FEB 20 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
GREAT AMERICAN CROONERS: A JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS PRODUCTION
WED, FEB 25 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
PEKING ACROBATS
THU, FEB 26 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE SUN, MAR 1 AT 3PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CHRIS BOTTI
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JEROME COLLINS: REWIND A JOURNEY TO MOTOWN AND BEYOND SAT, MAR 7 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
ORPHEUS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA & MARC-ANDRÉ HAMELIN SAT, MAR 7 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
GOITSE SUN, MAR 8 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JOSHUA HENRY: GET UP STAND UP FRI, MAR 13 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
GREGORIAN: PURE CHANTS WORLD TOUR FEATURING SONGS OF ENIGMA SAT, MAR 14 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
STEP AFRIKA! THE EVOLUTION TOUR SUN, MAR 15 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
ONE NIGHT IN MEMPHIS: THE NUMBER ONE TRIBUTE TO PRESLEY, PERKINS, LEWIS AND CASH
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BRANFORD MARSALIS QUARTET FRI, MAR 20 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
DIRECT FROM ROME: THE THREE ITALIAN TENORS SUN, MAR 29 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
ILLUSIONIST RICK THOMAS SAT, APR 4 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
MANDY PATINKIN IN CONCERT: BEING ALIVE THU, APR 9 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CHRIS THILE FRI, APR 10 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH MICHAEL FEINSTEIN FRI, APR 17 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JOSHUA BELL THU, APR 23 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM THE ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA EXPERIENCE SAT, MAY 2 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH JAKE SHIMABUKURO FRI, MAY 8 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
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Band to celebrate 35th anniversary at Rock The Ruins
By David Jacobs david@youarecurrent.com
For 35 years, moe. has brought an experimental jam-band sound to their loyal fans. Now, the veteran group will be showcasing the tunes of their newest album, “Circle of Giants,” at Rock The Ruins at 6 p.m. Aug. 16 in celebration of its time together as a group. Eggy will open the show.
CONCERT
Founded by bassist Rob Derhak, guitarist Chuck Garvey and former drummer Ray Schwartz at the University of Buffalo in 1989, moe. now consists of six members. The group added guitarist Al Schnier in 1992, drummer Vinnie Amico in 1996, percussionist Jim Louglin in 1992 and their newest addition, keyboardist Nate Wilson, in 2023.
“The first time that Rob and I did a show was a cover gig at someone’s house,” Garvey said. “We were in college, and it was just for fun — it was a hobby. For a long time, we loved doing that, and we started writing our songs to mix in with the covers. It slowly turned into a full-time job, we quit our menial jobs and we were practicing and writing songs even though we were not getting paid much.”
None of the lifelong friends could have guessed that rag-tag cover gigs would turn into over three decades of jamming out across the country and releasing 14 studio albums, and some dire times as of late.
Over the last half-decade, Derhak has battled and beaten cancer while Garvey suffered a stroke that forced him to take a brief leave of absence from the band.
“We were determined to keep going ev-
ery step of the way,” Garvey said. “That’s what got us through the bad times and through the great times. These are my best friends, so that really helps. I’m my own boss, I work with my friends and I like what I do. We still love writing new music and trying new things. ”
Originally starting without the “jam band” label, the band members had a clear idea of what they wanted to do, incorporating multiple genres within their music.
“We’re lucky because we don’t have to play the same songs every night,” Garvey said. “We mix it up every night, and that’s part of how (performing) has not gotten old or stale.”
While mixing it up every night may deter some fans, Garvey knows the band has stayed true to itself every step of the way.
“Our band is really different from pop right now,” he said. “Pop music is fabricated, a committee writes songs, and they’re just trying to get the most money out of a song. Having a group of guys who have known each other for 35 years writing songs just by themselves is unique — what we do is a little bit different.”
For more or to get tickets, visit rocktheruins.com/shows/moe-with-specialguest-eggy-08-16-2025-indianapolis
The band, moe, will perform Aug. 16 at Rock the Ruins. (Photo courtesy of .Moe)
LIFESTYLE
1. Urgent acronym
5. Family member, familiarly
10. Mexican money
14. 1/12 of a foot
15. Exactly right
16. MyISU and Fever Direct, e.g.
17. Puppet on strings in Grant County?
19. Flaky mineral
20. Sings like a bird
21. Hinkle Fieldhouse whistle blower
23. Set down
24. WJJK classic song
25. Old AT&T rival
27. NYSE debut
29. Medieval weapon
31. Broad Ripple theatre: The ___
34. Psychedelic drug
37. I-69 posting
38. Look over in Miami County?
39. Up on
41. Ex-Pacer Stephenson
43. Ship’s bottom
44. Sweet in Lake County?
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46. Sandwich cookie
48. NHS class
49. Sleep sound
50. Not singular
52. Blockhead
53. Designer Claiborne
54. Poke fun
58. Part of B&B
60. “___ Only Just Begun”
62. Grow
63. Served a winner
65. Tiring in Scott County?
68. No ___ Traffic
69. Hamilton County Court jury’s determination
Sealed proposals for 161st Street Perimeter Trail Extension Project will be received by the City of Westfield, Indiana, at the Westfield Public Works Building, 2706 E. 171st Street, Westfield, Indiana, 46074 until 10:00 a.m., local time, on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bids received later than the above time and date will be returned unopened. No conditional bids will be considered.
Project generally includes asphalt multi-use path construction between Oak Road and Carey Road.
Bids shall be properly and completely executed on the Proposal Form obtainable at the office of the Owner. Each bid shall be accompanied by Form 96 Contractor’s Bid for Public Works, including Non-Collusion Affidavit as prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, completely filled out, signed, and notarized as required by the statutes of the State of Indiana, Section III of Part II of Form 96 titled “Contractor’s Financial Statement,” and acceptable bid security. The bid security shall be a certified check made payable to the Owner or satisfactory bond by an incorporated surety company in good standing and qualified to do business in the State of Indiana in an amount equal to 5% of the bid, said deposit being for the purpose of ensuring the execution of the contract for which bid is made. Any bid not accompanied by the above required items shall be deemed to be a non-responsive bid by the Owner
No consideration for escalation on prices can be considered; therefore, contractors are advised to not include any such escalation clauses in their proposal for this project.
The Contractors to whom work is awarded shall be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price, and they shall be acceptable to the City of Westfield, Indiana.
No bidder may withdraw their proposal within a period of 60 days following the date set for receiving bids. The City of Westfield, Indiana reserves the right to retain the three lowest bid proposals for a period of not more than 90 days, and said proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said time. The City of Westfield, Indiana further reserves the right to waive informalities and to award the contract to the lowest and most responsible bidder or bidders, all to the advantage of the City of Westfield, Indiana, or to reject all Proposals.
The Contract Documents and drawings will be available to all interested parties from: Repro Graphix, 437 North Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204 or at eplanroom.reprographix.com.
Please direct all questions regarding this project to Michael Pearce, City of Westfield, Department of Public Works, 2706 E. 171st Street, Westfield, IN 46074, (317) 473-2917, mpearce@westfield.in.gov
By: Michael Pearce, City of Westfield
70. Perimeter
71. Meh
72. Beasts of burden
73. Sax player’s need Down
1. “We ___ please!”
2. Entangle
3. Foul-smelling
4. Writer Roth
5. Kin to secs. and hrs.
6. Poetic tribute
7. Encountered
8. Table of data
9. Sheltered, at sea
10. WISH news anchor Elliott
11. Book endings
12. Pet lovers’ org.
13. Anthem start
18. Bread spreads
22. Orange pool ball number
25. Hoosier Lottery game: ___ Millions
26. Iaria’s dessert choice
28. Joe’s Butcher Shop meat from pigs
30. Showy flower
32. ___-friendly
33. White River snakelike
swimmers
34. Glasgow girl
35. Astound
36. Well-meaning people
38. British noble
40. Prefix with “graph” or “legal”
42. Santa ___, California
45. Mortgage adjustment, for short
47. Hall’s singing partner
50. Solar ___ (stomach nerves)
51. Alphabet soup bit 55. Tolerate
56. Burn slightly 57. Urged (on)
58. Halloween decorations
59. Off-the-wall response
61. Old Chevy subcompact 62. Courage
64. Bob & Tom, e.g.
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