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It is our position that the errant Democrat lawmakers vacationing in Illinois are well within their constitutionally provided rights to stall the movement of government.

While the citizens of Indiana might not support the decision to run away rather than stand and fight, we believe Representative Pat Baurer’s leadership to be within the letter of the law. That said, we wish that the errant would-be lawmakers had taken a more civil approach to resolving their disagreement with the election that put them in the minority at the statehouse.

We hope and expect that those who believe that they were ethically bound to desert their elected posts in favor of Wisconsin solidarity in of the land of budget deficits and notoriously corrupt politicians will reimburse the citizens of our good state for their actions. With leadership comes cost. If one is compelled to lead a protest against perceived injustice, is it correct to take money (in this case, the payroll checks have already been cashed by the Urbana protesters and the ongoing cost to we taxpayers for delays and extensions will easily exceed six figures) from those you protest? Regardless, isn’t the suffering of leaders is more authentic if suffering actually occurs?

Priorities

It is our position that our Indiana House of Representatives had many more important issues to address than spending its precious time on a measure to create a state constitutional amendment aimed at banning same-sex marriage. The august body hopes to advance a definition of a marriage that is restricted only to be defined as that between one man and one woman. Moreover, it hopes to prevent civil unions. In 2005, a similar proposed amendment failed to pass the required second vote.

While we understand that many believe this issue to be the most important of all matters – beyond education reform and economic development – the a majority of Hoosiers, tolerant or otherwise, would prefer to focus on other issues until our state is no longer near the bottom of education performance while still suffering from its rust-belt locale. Can we say that our legislators, whether at home or resting in Illinois, are focused on the electorate’s top priorities? Or, are we caught up in the misplaced priorities of a supermajority?

Regardless of our views on gay marriage, do we agree that Indiana deserves legislators focused on improving our economy and educational system before advancing a panoply of social reforms?

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In Hawaii, it is illegal to appear in public wearing only swimming trunks.

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ARTICLE 5. Section 14 continued. (D) In the event of a veto after final adjournment of a session of the General Assembly, such bill shall be returned by the Governor to the House in which it originated on the first day that the General Assembly is in session after such adjournment, which House shall proceed in the same manner as with a bill vetoed before adjournment. The bill must be reconsidered and voted upon within the time set out in clause (C). If such bill is not so returned, it shall be a law

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(3) He may refuse to sign or veto such bill in which event it shall become a law without his signature on the eighth day after presentment to the Governor. (b) Every bill presented to the Governor which is signed by him or on which he fails to act within said seven days after presentment shall be filed with the Secretary of State within ten days of presentment. The failure to so file shall not prevent such a bill from becoming a law. (c) In the event a bill is passed over the Governor's veto, such bill shall be filed with the Secretary of State without further presentment to the Governor, provided that, in the event of such passage over the Governor's veto in the next succeeding General Assembly, the passage shall be

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From the backshop It’s one breakfast well worth attending Chaucie’s Place, created in 2001 by the Hamilton County community after it was devastated by Chaucie Quillen’s suicide, is having its second Friends of Chaucie’s Place Breakfast, 7:30-9 a.m. on April 28 at The Ritz Charles in Carmel. U.S. Rep. Dan Burton (RInd.), a survivor of child abuse, and will share his story and powerful journey of recovery.

Chaucie had been sexually abused by her father for years, but the case against her him was plea-bargained because Chaucie couldn’t emotionally stand trial. These days, the child advocacy center reduces trauma to child victims of sexual or physical abuse by requiring the child to tell his or her story only once, rather than repeatedly to each investigating organization. We’re telling you this, because we’re proud to help sponsor the event.

Please, if you’re able to attend, we urge you to do so. For more information, call 582.8251.

••• This is terribly disappointing. The city attempted and then finalized a communitywide survey about door-to-door solicitation in Westfield. We twice publicized it. With more than 9,500 homes able to be represented in the results, a mere 794 participated.

That is shocking. Solicitation in city neighborhoods long has been identified as an

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Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg irritant and as a possible gateway to commission of residential crimes, to speak nothing of abusive sales techniques. The city did the correct thing by asking for residents’ input.

Percentage-wise, the city got little in return.

So now the Westfield is left to revise an ordinance that deals with the issue but without roundly representative opinions from residents. Between Dec. 3 and Jan. 24, there was a chance to be heard. We commend those who responded, and to those that didn’t, yet moan about their tiring of answering the continual doorbell rings, some by shady characters, understand this: You had your chance. It’s local government’s call now.

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Hoosier workers

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By Terry Anker I come from a big, extended family.

Mom is one of 10 children and Dad is one of six. Over the years scores, of children, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and greatgreat-grandchildren have added to the abundant population of this planet. And as citizens scattered across our fine state, very few of us have managed to pursue much higher education or to achieve even modest financial success. In fact, some would be called by our federal government “poor.”

But most of us would identify ourselves as entirely middleclass. In fact, I come from a family where folks work hard to pay taxes, raise a family and, well, generally watch as much television as their fellow Americans.

So when my son’s fourth-grade class was prevented from making its fieldtrip to the statehouse because of fear for the kids’ safety amidst the protests, I was surprised to hear the news reporters call these temporary domedwellers representative of average Hoosier families. Even in my exceedingly large Indiana clan, we count only a few card-carriers –

all good folk, hard-working and patriotic but certainly a distinct minority.

If the total population of Indiana (according to the 2010 Census) is 6,483,802 with the percentage of unionized workers at 10.9 percent (the Bureau of Labor Statistics) of a total of roughly 3,127,554 workers, there are 286,931 union jobs. Statistics on how many of those jobs are supported by taxpayers (teachers and other government employees) are much more difficult to uncover. Is some tiny minority (less than 4 percent) being given significantly disproportionate advantages to the rest of us Hoosier families? Government workers in Indiana make more than private workers. So, are the majority of us footing the bill for the few? While we can and should debate the merits of this arrangement, isn’t the rhetoric of worker versus oppressor misplaced?

Are the majority of us footing the bill for the few?

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Trash collection considered Editor, We currently pay $10.50 a month for senior trash pickup, excluding a Fuel Surcharge. We believe it is a fair price for the services rendered.

We chose Ray’s Trash Service as they have been very reliable and have never missed a week that we can recall. They pick up at a consistent time of day week after week. They pick up from any trash container we put to the curb, and pick up any number of bundles or bags each and every week. We want to continue to do business with them as long as their service continues to be top notch.

On the other hand let’s look at Republic, who also collects on our street. They will only pick up using their style of container that can be automatically picked up and dumped. We

know of no limits they impose on the number of bags or bundles. They come on our street at random times of the day. During the recent ice storm they skipped our street for an entire week.

We had trash cans at the neighbors’ curb for a whole week.

Ray’s for their part only skipped one day due to the ice. Needless to say we like doing business with Ray’s.

With pricing comparable to what the city will charge we see no reason to change services. We also do not want government getting bigger and getting in between us and our suppliers of services. Small government is better government in our opinion.

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DISPATCHES » Fundraiser for AYS – The annual DIVA fundraiser on Thursday March 10 at The Mansion at Oak Hill, returns supporting the AYS Before and After School Program throughout Indianapolis. Local artists and artisans, and local food and beverage distributors will be on hand for an evening of art and good food and friends.

Tickets are available on line at www.ayskids.org or by calling 317.283.3817, Ext. 23. Individual tickets are available for $50 or $85 per pair. To learn more about AYS, visit www.ayskids.org. » Fish fry - The Knights of Columbus at St. Elizabeth Seton Church will be hosting their annual Lenten Fish Fry every Friday during Lent, beginning March 11 and continuing through April 15. All-youcan-eat fried fish will be served along with salmon, crabby cakes, and a children’s menu. Serving hours will be 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the church, 106th & Haverstick Road. » 2011 Autism expo - March 26 the Autism Society of Indiana and Easter Seals Crossroads will host the 2011 Autism Expo in Carmel. Learn about autism and programs available to families and those affected by autism. The event is at The Fountains in Carmel (520 E. Carmel Drive) from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The expo is free to the public. Register online at http://support.autism-society.org or contact Dana Renay at 800-609-8449 or by email at dana@inautism.org.

Tell your kids that they are beautiful COMMENTARY

By Danielle Wilson Have you ever thought about why some women have great body image and some don’t? I was recently looking at pictures of my twin sister Suzanne and myself back when we were kids.

We were not attractive to begin with, given our ginger status, but we also had the unfortunate coincidence of growing up in the ‘70s and ‘80s.

Dorothy Hamil haircuts and tube socks did little to improve our appearance. Added to this, my mom had somehow decided that I would be the daughter forever dressed in blue.

I have a vivid memory of eating dinner out with my parents and four sisters while vacationing in Florida. An older gentleman approached our table, smiled, and then said to me, “It must be hard being the only boy with all these girls!”

From that moment on, Dorothy was out and Rapunzel was in. I also convinced my mom to let me pierce my ears and wear more femininecolored clothes (though to her credit, I did look fabulous in blue).

Despite this awkward incident, both Suzanne and I always thought we were the most beautiful girls in the world. Even in high school, when neither of us could land a boyfriend, we assumed it was because guys were intimidated by our loveliness, intellect and talents. Looking back at those pictures though, I’m quite certain why we were frequently reduced to

inviting “neighbors” to dances. Honest to God, my freshman yearbook photo is a lesson on why day-walkers with Flock of Seagulls mullets should never be allowed to wear navy weskits.

I have two daughters, and let’s face it, girls in particular are susceptible to what the media tells them is beautiful.

Now that I’m a parent, I want to know how my mom and dad instilled such a high level of self-confidence in my sister and me when clearly we should have been headed to, maybe not Plastic Surgery-ville, but certainly the salon. I have two daughters, and let’s face it, girls in particular are susceptible to what the media tells them is beautiful.

I’m not worried at all about our youngest.

She’s your stereotypical blond, blue-eyed cutie.

But our other daughter? Not so much. Sometimes, when she is clean and the light catches her just so, she is flat-out stunning. But usually, her mismatched outfits are either too big or too small, her fine hair is stringy with dirt and oil, and her narrow face sports silly passing-gas-like expressions. She’s a lot like me as a girl.

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You may e-mail her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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And yet, she has just as much self-confidence as her sister when it comes to her appearance.

She heads off to school in high-water sweatpants, a dressy cardigan and snow boots, thinking she is truly hot stuff. She wears glasses with pride, ignores the fact that she will need braces, and brags about becoming a redhead.

At her advanced age of nine, our daughter has figured out what sadly, some women never will – that it’s her strengths, like her artistic talents, nurturing personality, and organizational skills, which make her beautiful. And anyone who says differently can go suck an egg.

How did this happen? Well I truly believe she feels this way because Doo and I have always told her she is gorgeous. Kids will believe anything if they hear it enough! And continual praise and acceptance generates self-confidence just as constant criticism leads to poor body image. This ain’t rocket science, baby.

So it’s our job as parents to embrace the quirky and sometimes embarrassing attributes of our children so they can learn that beauty truly comes from within. And definitely not from crimping irons or parachute pants. Peace out.

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Show choirs inspire, give back VOLUNTEERS

By Jeff Worrell Sparkling in sequined dresses or distinguished looking tuxedos, this week’s volunteer spotlight literally shines on the finest performers Carmel High School has to offer. Both show choirs, Carmel Ambassadors and Carmel Accents are committed to give back to the community by producing a first time ever “Concert For The Community.” Some 93 young men and women will own the stage and show off the fruits of their practice, after months of preparation getting ready to present to the community the work they plan on taking to competition. All of the money raised from this special concert’s ticket sales will go directly to Janus Developmental Services.

The concert is an opportunity for the community to experience the competition sets both groups will take before the judges during the March and April contest season. But more importantly, 93 students who have been encouraged by their teachers, parents and supporters to find their natural talent will help do the same for individuals with disabilities at Janus.

Beth and Phil Anderson serve as co-chairs of the Ambassador Parent Club and Phil said, “Once we decided that we wanted to give back in some way, Janus became the obvious benefactor. Our children work hard to develop their talents, and that is exactly what we hope the funds raised for Janus will do for their clients:

develop their hidden talents as well.”

There seems to be a great deal of talent discovery occurring because of “A Concert For The Community.” Teams of current and past choir moms have practically taken up residence in the sewing rooms backstage at CHS. They are busy fashioning the multiple costumes that make up the wardrobe ensemble each choir requires for competition. Almost like a full-time job, they have been sewing every day for weeks. The dads, although not found in the sewing room, are generally building sets, loading, packing and organizing the equipment, thus making it a truly family affair.

For only $5, you can be part of “A Concert For The Community” on March 16 at 7:30 pm in the CHS Dale E. Graham Auditorium. The music will be inspiring and brilliant. Each dance step perfectly choreographed and expertly executed. Brightly colored costumes, lights, clapping, humor and fun for just a five dollar donation. All that plus someone at Janus will move closer to discovering a talent they didn’t know they had. Call Olga Keegan 317-332-6590 for more information.

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He recognizes volunteers on “Connecting with Carmel” on cable channel 16. Contact him at jworrell@advantagemedical.com

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For younger performers just getting comfortable on stage, the Showcase is a very exciting opportunity. According to Izabelle Black, a 12-year-old singer who performed Miley Cyrus and Emily Osment’s song “Wherever I Go” with her friend Liv Moloy, the pair’s friendship helped spawn the idea for participating in the event.

“We’ve always sung together, and we were looking through songs and saw that this one was a duet, and it was already split into parts,” Black said.

Julia Clark, a second grade student at Carmel Elementary, sang the song “The Seahorse” at the event. Clark said that she practiced often to get ready for the performance.

The Young Performer’s Showcase is sponsored by the Carmel Arts Council and Piano Solutions in Carmel.

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By Lauren Burdick Current in Carmel The Carmel Arts Council held the 13th annual Young Performer’s Showcase as a chance for local youth to show their talents to the public. The annual showcase features elementary through high school musicians and vocalists across the area.

Competitive and non-competitive events help young artists become comfortable with the performance atmosphere and also receive feedback to further improve and grow. This year’s event was very well attended by 136 young performers, and took three full days to hear each young musician.

Two $1,500 scholarships were awarded to Carmel Highand School seniors for outstanding Sisters Kelly, Molly Kathy achievement on the piano and in performance. and their mom Jingxuan Zhang, a senior at Carmel High School, won the $1500 piano scholarship, while Alexandra Dierkman, also a senior at CHS, won the other scholarship for vocal performance.

Dierkman plans to attend Indiana University in the fall and has not decided a major, but plans to take music classes with the scholarship.

Zhang, who has performed in Carnegie Hall, on the radio program From the Top, and with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, plans to also attend Indiana University and will use the scholarship to help pay for piano lessons and further instructions.

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Your Big Backyard Urban wildlife truly calling Carmel home

By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Carmel Spring is around the corner, and just as family and friends are eager to get outside and enjoy the sunshine after a long, snowy winter, so, too, is the wildlife in Carmel.

Urban wildlife is all around. As cities develop, wildlife from songbirds to deer, fox to coyote are adapting to living closer to people. Knowing how to respond to and responsibly interact with urban wildlife can help make accepting and enjoying the wildlife in your own backyard a bit easier.

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Wildlife in Carmel especially is prevalent since there still are remnants of farms and larger areas of open land in the city, leaving the city and residents in a situation where interactions with wildlife are inevitable, and where wildlife populations are encouraged in certain areas, such as parks.

Gary Doxtater, former Indiana DNR Fish and Wildlife director, current director of development for the Indiana Wildlife Federation, and member of the Carmel Urban Forestry Committee, said urban wildlife in Carmel is something that people need to be aware of so that they also can enjoy the benefits of wildlife around them, whether by bird watching or getting to observe cycles in nature.

Doxtater said understanding how to live with the wildlife is easier than trying to make drastic changes to get rid of it.

“One of the things I do with the Wildlife Federation is to help people understand what is habitat: it is a food source, a water source, shelter and a place for wildlife to raise their young,” he said. “Without one of these things populations suffer or animals move on, but helping people understand that having a wildlifefriendly habitat is not a bad thing.”

Creating areas of wildlife habitat, such as recent wetland, prairie and forestry developments at Central Park, and making sure all parks are certified for urban wildlife are important initiatives that control and monitor populations. Working with residents to help them develop a backyard habitat that responsibly responds to animals’ needs helps also to mitigate potential problems between people and animals.

Rick Peercy, the Hamilton County biologist with the DNR, said that food for pet and garbage outdoors is the quickest way to attract some unwanted wildlife, so researching and recognizing the kinds of wildlife you seek to attract is important. Feeding the birds is one

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thing, but feeding the raccoons can also bring along other consequences, like inviting unwanted animals in your house because they like the food source.

Mitigating Conflict between People, Animals

Accommodating wildlife for residents to enjoy and for the health of parks and other ecosystems also means striking the right balance between encouraging and managing wildlife populations.

While many people may enjoy the urban wildlife, often people hear about problems and conflicts with wildlife: raccoons getting into the house, deer and rabbits eating gardens, and coyotes attacking pets.

Bryan Poynter, a Westfield resident and chairman of the Indiana Natural Resources Commission, people often find themselves in tough situations for trying to handle wildlife on their own. He said what often may start out as a philanthropic action of protecting injured wildlife or orphaned animals, ends up being illegal.

“I always tell people the best course of action is to just leave the wildlife alone,” Poynter said Poynter. “Common sense should prevail here. If there is a problem call a conservation officer to answer questions or call a pest control company to remove an animal you don’t want. Especially with protected or regulated species, such as eagles and Canada Geese, you don’t want to misstep and end up in trouble or getting fined, so ask questions and get assistance.”

Asking questions when you have them, and recognizing that urban wildlife is more prevalent now more than ever can help residents enjoy the animals that live among them naturally, and also discourage those they do not want.

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Where to Call and What to Do The DNR – When you have questions regarding urban wildlife, whether how to encourage backyard songbirds or get rid of rabbits eating your garden, the DNR can answer your questions. Visit www.In.gov/ dnr/fishwild for tips and information regarding specific species, or call the Hamilton County DNR representative Rick Peercy at (765)567-2152 or email him at rpeercy@dnr.in.gov.

Animal control – Tom Rogers with Hamilton County Animal Control said that his department relies on local police agencies to enforce and handle stray pets. Animal Control does not come and remove urban wildlife, but only domesticated animals. To report a stray cat or dog, call the Carmel Police Department at 317-5712580, or Hamilton County Animal Control at 317-773-1282.

Sick/Injured animals or a wildlife emergency – If an animal is acting strangely or you think it is sick, Peercy suggests reporting the animal to DNR (765)567-2152 at to ask for help. Raccoons with distemper or animals who have survived being struck by a car are concerns for the DNR to handle, and you should not approach the animal.

Often times a wildlife rehabilitator through the DNR will be able to help if it is a scenario where an animal is either injured or orphaned. In case an animal is loose inside your house or taken up residence in an attic or crawl space, calling a pest control service is the best option. The DNR does not remove those animals and must be done by the homeowner. Being aware of your outdoor space and structure of your home is crucially important to preventing animals from getting inside.

The Canada goose – A federally protected migratory bird, dealing with Canada Geese on your property is not easy, and can be illegal. The birds are paired off and nesting, and become particularly aggressive during springtime, and can be a nuisance for all property owners.

Strategies to handle the geese and also permits to destroy nests are available here: http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/2351.htm.

Protecting your pets – Rick Peercy with the DNR said that it is not unusual for coyotes or other wildlife to harm, and kill pets. “Just as you wouldn’t let a little kid outside to play alone, you shouldn’t let your pet outside by itself. Go out with your pet and bring them inside with you,” he said.

Urban hunting and poachers – More and more often now, hunting near urban areas is allowed to help manage wildlife populations. Without natural predators, population control is necessary. Bryan Poynter said that hunters need to be aware of state and also local ordinances when hunting, and residents need to be aware that often the hunter is in the right and has permits to be out. If for some reason you feel unsure if a hunter is doing something legally call 1-800-TIPINDNR, a confidential hotline to catch poachers and handle other environmental issues.

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By Brandie Bohney Jacob’s Pillow Pets project took off. Helped by Current in Carmel organizations such as K-Love Christian Radio Chemotherapy is exhausting. Radiation is Network and Applebee’s, the McConahays have exhausting. Cancer is exhausting. collected more than 1,700 Pillow Pets so far. In Jacob McConahay, a 7-year-old student at Westfield’s Monon Trail Elementary School, was addition, the Pillow Pets parent company, CJ Products, has donated 840 of the plush toys, 35 diagnosed late last fall with stage four alveolar cases of which were sent directly to Riley, and rhabdomyosarcoma, a soft tissue cancer that the company is working with Tosha to possibly affects muscles attatched to the bones. match what Jake collects.

No one would blame him if his exhausting In the meantime, Jake’s school, church and treatments left him with neither the time nor energy to do much of anything. But Jacob is do- parents are getting calls and donations from across the country. ing far from nothing.

“Now they’re coming in from all over,” said In December, while on one of then-daily trips Tosha. “What was once a thought is now a to Riley for radiation treatments, Jake’s mom, dream come true.”

Tosha, asked him what he thought kids battling “I want to collect millions of Pillow cancer at Riley need.

Pets,” Jacob said. “I think that is my “He said, ‘I think they need Pillow Pets,’” goal.”

Tosha said.

Jake currently travels to Riley once Jake’s first Pillow Pet was a T-rex from his a week for chemotherapy, and every aunt, who Jake calls Rexi, and the stuffed aniweek he and Tosha pack as many of mal has accompanied him for every procedure, the comfort creatures treatment, and check-up. His mother said, “He as they can in their car. said that kids need Pillow Pets because there are “We load them up times that they don’t feel good, the doctors don’t and take them down, always tell them good news, and it’s scary.” and [the staff at Riley] So the McConahays started taking donated hands them out that Pillow Pets to Riley for cancer patients. They day. By the time we started with family and friends. It wasn’t long leave [Riley], they’re until their church – Northview Christian in Advertisement gone,” Tosha said.

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Jake and his family have heard from patients thrilled with their new companions: “The kids just love them … it’s rewarding for them and rewarding for us.”

The McConahay family knows the feeling of needing comfort well. Jake’s cancer is a rare one, and it has metastasized from his leg into his lungs and abdomen.

Tosha explains, “It’s a very aggressive cancer, and right now, they can’t find anything to help him.”

But in spite of the prognosis, Jake continues to forge ahead with the Pillow Pets collection, showing compassion and maturity well beyond his seven years.

“Especially for a kid facing what he’s facing right now, for him to reach out to all of the other kids going through similar things to what he’s going through is just unbelievable,” said Monon Trails school counselor Therisa Seymour.

She adds that for a child facing such an uphill battle to give so much of what little time and energy he has to comfort others, “is a tribute to his entire family … for them to start something – conMcConahay sidering the time that

donate a pillow pet If you would like to donate a new Pillow Pet for Jake to deliver to Riley hospital, you may drop it off in several locations: Northview Christian Church (through the end of March) 12900 Hazel Dell Parkway (Carmel) 317-846-2884 Area Applebee’s locations (through March 10) Including Westfield, Carmel, Fishers, and Noblesville locations among many others in central Indiana

he has – they’re still letting him touch the lives of so many other people.”

Shanna Banks, a children’s ministry director at Northview Christian Church, said helping Jake with his mission to comfort sick kids was an easy decision.

“We have kind of walked this journey with them from the beginning,” Banks said. “We’re always looking for projects where kids can be involved in serving, and the Pillow Pets was such a natural fit; it was a practical way to teach kids about giving.”

And Jacob McConahay seems to be just the person to do the instructing.

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Rebuild of strip mall started Current in Carmel After a fire last November, the Carmel Walk shopping center on Range Line Road is slowly but surely opening back up for business.

Zacky’s Hot Dogs and mini mart have both recently reopened, and The Fineberg Group, which owns the building, expects that by late March or early April Donatos Pizza and the Sansui Sushi Bar will be open.

The Nov. 11 fire damaged several businesses in the shopping mall, completely destroying Dunkin Donuts and Grape Inspirations, and damaging Donatos Pizza and several other businesses. Since then, The Fineberg Group has been working with state and local government for the rebuilding process, which owner Brian Fineberg said has been slow going for permitting and approval of changes.

“We are planning on updating the façade,” said Fineberg. “We are planning on painting the brick and also creating a kind of edifice that is much more attractive. It’ll be a much nice, more updated building for our old and potentially new, tenants. But it will be several more months before it is back all the way.”

Register for school Current in Carmel Registration for kindergarten in Carmel Clay Schools has been set for March 17 at all CCS elementary schools.

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. parents can register children who are age 5 by Sept. 1 to start classes in August. For those who cannot attend the earlier registration, Towne Meadow and Woodbrook Elementary Schools will be open from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. There are only a few days this summer when registration will be available, so parents are strongly encouraged to visit their child’s school on March 17 and sign up. To see elementary school boundaries, visit http://myccs.ccs. k12.in.us/district/boundaries/.

Parents are asked to bring with them their child’s birth certificate and proof of residency. Proof of immunization is due by Aug. 1.

In addition schools will be hosting tours for families. To learn more about the tours, registration process, visit http://www1.ccs. k12.in.us/district/prospective-families-students/preparing-enroll, or contact Joni Morris at 371-844-9961, ext. 1054 for additional information.

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Races set for May primary Current in Carmel Since the February deadline, Carmel City Council races and the mayoral race have lined up, and the campaigning is getting underway.

The May 3 primary races are listed below: Carmel City Councilman John Accetturo and Carmel resident Marnin Spigelman are challenging current mayor Jim Brainard in the Republican mayoral primary.

Clerk-Treasurer Diana Cordray is running unopposed for her current seat.

John Garman Jr. and Kurt Snyder have filed to run for Carmel city judge. The position is currently held by Brian Poindexter, who was appointed to the position in 2008 by Gov. Mitch Daniels.

Michael Casati and current councilman Rick Sharp are both running for the northwest dis-

trict of the Carmel City Council.

Former Carmel Mayor Jane Reiman filed to run for city council in the central district against current councilman Eric Seidensticker.

Sue Finkam and John Koven have both filed to run for the northeast district of the Carmel City Council against current councilman Joe Griffiths.

In the southeast district councilwoman Luci Snyder will face Tom Kendall. Four candidates filed for the at-large seat including current councilman Kevin “Woody” Rider and Ron Carter. Ron Houck and Wayne Wilson will also run for the two at-large seats.

In the newly created southwest district after last year’s annexation was finalized, Carol Schleif and Paul Wonch will seek the new council seat.

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Carmel has new e-ticket system for police department

By Lauren Burdick Current in Carmel On Friday, March 4, the Indiana Supreme Court delivered e-ticket scanners and printers to the Carmel Police department. This delivery correlated to a demonstration for the public to show how the new e-ticket equipment will affect drivers and the police alike.

With the new e-ticketing system, trial courts will be given traffic tickets on a purely electronic basis. While tickets are still printer for violating drivers via the police officer, at the same time the ticket is sent straight to the court, where it can be printed.

This system came after the Supreme Court for the state applied for federal grants for $54,000 to finance the new equipment. E-tickets have been in effect with the Carmel Police Department and Carmel City Court since June 2010. The recent demonstration of the equipment correlated with the Supreme Court procuring enough equipment for all police in the Carmel Police force.

According to the court, the new system will not only streamline the process of traffic ticketing, but will also reduce costs as well, especially those associated with the travel time for police to deliver tickets to the courts.

The new e-ticketing system is an important step in the efforts to bring the Carmel Police

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Department into the 21st century and fully integrate all police equipment together. This integration, called Odyssey, will help the court manage cases more efficiently. Odyssey is a public service that is provided free to the Carmel Police Department and the city itself.

According to Brian Poindexter, Carmel City Court Judge, this increases the safety level from the current traffic ticketing system, as it more effectively manages the time Carmel police officers. With the new e-ticketing system employed by all members of Carmel Police Department, police officers will spend less time writing up tickets while exposed to traffic.

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DISPATCHES » Celtic Fiddler at CCPL – Emily Ann Thompson’s Celtic fiddling is lively, passionate, and homegrown with an American flare.

She plays traditional Irish, Scottish, and Cape Breton tunes in highly energetic and original arrangements. Emily has performed Celtic fiddle at many different local venues and festivals, as well as nationally. She recently performed for the first time in Ireland. Tickets not required. Call the Audiovisual desk for more information at 571-4281. Saturday, March 12; 6:00 p.m.; Program Room » Science team wins first – The CHS Science Olympiad teams participated in the Purdue Regional competition this past Saturday.

Team A came in first place, which qualifies them to go on to the state level competition on April 2 at Purdue Calumet. Combined, the two teams took first place in 13 out of the 23 competition events. They placed in the top three in 22 out of 23 events! » Cinderella story – The First Annual Countywide Prom Dress Event will be held at Noblesville High School March 12th from 9:00 am to 5 pm. Donate a clean, gently-used prom dresses and men’s suits at Carmel High School in the

counseling office with Jane Wildman, Student Assistance Counselor. If you have questions, call Jane at 846-7721. Then on March 12, Hamilton County students will be able to purchase these items for less than $20. For drop off locations and more details contact julesindy@gmail.com or deb1127@comcast.net. » Scholarship for high school students – Carmel Tri Kappa is accepting applications for its annual college scholarships. Four $1,500 college scholarships will be awarded.

Applicants must be female, senior high school students, attend any area high school, live in Carmel-Clay school district, and demonstrate financial need. Applications, including scholarship criteria, are available at area high school counseling departments. Applications are due March 25, 2011. For more information, you may contact Candace Beidl, Carmel Tri Kappa President, at 733-3613. » Students losing hope - Three in five young Californians, ages 16 to 22, now express sharp worries about finding a job or working long hours to pay for college, according to an eyeopening poll out last week. These students also feel that unrelenting state budget cuts are damaging their schools and colleges, jeopardizing their ability to get ahead.

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Commas, continued

GRAMMAR LESSON

By Brandie Bohney It sounds like a surgical procedure or gardening propagation technique: the comma splice.

Since I’m neither a surgeon nor a successful gardener, I think you probably already realize that the comma splice has to do with grammar.

Comma splices are a basic punctuation error.

In fact, my grammar guru – I have a guru of my own – would tell you that if you use comma splices, you are only barely literate. I wouldn’t go that far. At least not all the time.

So what is this error? Comma splices are created when the writer uses a comma instead of a period or semicolon to separate two independent clauses: Mark went to the store, he didn’t find what he wanted.

You can easily correct this problem by replacing the comma with a semicolon to keep the one-sentence format or divide the clauses into two sentences separated by a period. Easy, right?

Sort of.

What if you use a conjunction such as but?

Great! Now you can use the comma: Mark went to the store, but he didn’t find what he wanted.

The only thing you have to remember in this case is that only coordinating conjunctions (and, but, for, or, nor, yet, so) can partner with

a comma without continuing to create a comma splice. And that’s where it gets tricky.

Many people think the adverb however can be used in place of but in such a situation. It can’t.

The following sentence is still a comma splice: Mark went to the store, however he didn’t find what he wanted.

If you want to use however, you need a semicolon or a period, because however isn’t a coordinating conjunction: Mark went to the store; however, he didn’t find what he wanted.

Mark went to the store. However, he didn’t find what he wanted.

Most grammar check programs will catch a comma splice and give you the wavy green underline to let you know it may be incorrect.

Many people, however, don’t see the error even with the underlined suggestion. While I don’t suggest that you ever just make every grammarand spell-check recommended change, take a moment to look them over. Now that you know what comma splices are, you’ll be in a better place to correct them.

Brandie Bohney is a grammar enthusiast and former English teacher. If you have a grammarrelated question, please email her at bbthegrammarguru@gmail.com.

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Middle school play combines art, real-world issues

By Lauren Burdick Current in Carmel For Clay Middle School students participating in the school’s production of “Annie,” the show encompasses more than a performance.

Those involved in the show have been working with Kingdom’s Kloset and Agape Families, each of which help serve children in need and/or foster children. According to those working with the show, this allows the cast and crew to more fully understand the concepts associated with “Annie,” which follows a girl as she transitions from an orphanage to wealthy adoptive parents.

“We always try to do something that is relevant to the play,” Becky Schmelz, parent volunteer coordinator, said. “This year we thought, ‘Annie:’ orphanages. We made some contact with this local group that helps foster children.”

In preparation for the show, students sorted bags of donations for children in foster care for Kingdom’s Kloset, which provides a week’s worth of essentials for children in need. Additionally, the cast and crew hosted a lunch and arts and crafts with the children of the Agape Home. Speakers also spoke with ‘Annie’ members about the foster care/adoption process.

June Clair, producer of ‘Annie,’ said that adding an educational component to its shows is a long-running tradition for Clay Middle School.

To coincide with last year’s production of “The Music Man,” the students ventured to the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

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“To give the kids a flavor of turn-of-the-century small town, we took them to the old Hook’s drug store in the fairgrounds,” Clair said. In previous years, students went to the Morris-Butler House for high tea in preparation for “Pirates of Penzance” and studied the Nazi takeover of Austria to prepare for “The Sound of Music.”

Schmelz said that educational component associated with Clay Middle School’s productions not only helps the cast and crew understand the show, but it offers another layer of learning.

“Even as they’re learning their lines, there will be parts in the play that they don’t understand. They’ll stop and explain to them what that meant. So it’s almost like they’re getting a history lesson and they don’t even realize it, and then they take that home. It’s neat to see that,” Schmelz said.

For the cast and crew of “Annie,” Schmelz said that volunteer activity brought a new dimension to the context of the show.

“We’re trying to get them to portray anger, and that feeling of what it’s like to not have family to back you up,” Schmelz said. “I think seeing these kids and trying to understand that they don’t have anything kind of gave them more of a feeling for that. It just seems to give them an idea that life can be different than what they’re living.”

“Annie” runs March 11 and 12 at 4 and 7:30 p.m. at Clay Middle School. Tickets range from $6 to $10 and are $5 for students and can be purchased at Clay Middle School.

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Carmel students raise $230K for Riley

By Jordan Fischer Current in Carmel More than 1,200 students packed into Carmel High School on Feb. 26 to participate in the sixth annual Dance Marathon.

The event is a six hour fundraiser for Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health. The hospital provides medical care for more than 245,000 pediatric patients a year.

Over the last five years, Carmel students have donated more than $500,000 to Riley. This year, the Carmel Dance Marathon raised $230,000 for the hospital. “I’ve been asked why our event is so successful

by other Dance Marathons,� said faculty advisor Sarah Wolff. “I would like to say that I think our kids are very community service-oriented.

And, it’s also just fun. At the end of the night, it’s impactful, and you combine those things and I think our students just get it.�

Carmel freshmen Ana Rose and Jenna Voris were first-time participants this year. “It’s so fun, and it’s for a great cause,� Voris said.

For Rose, her decision to participate was a bit more personal. “One of my cousins was at Riley Hospital,�

Rose said, “so I decided to contribute.�

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David Bowden Conductor International Violin Competition of Indianapolis 2010 MEDALISTS DAVID BOWDEN ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

WAGNER Prelude to Act III from Lohengrin RAVEL, SINDING, SAINT-SAĂ‹NS Virtuosic works for violin and orchestra RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 2 in E minor

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DISPATCHES » Ribbon cutting – Platinum Living, a Noblesville-based interior design retailer, will hold a ribbon cutting Wednesday at 4 p.m. for its new location, 960 Logan Street.

Learn more at www.platinumlivingllc.com. » New Salinger bio out – J.D. Salinger is a biographer's nightmare. He refused interviews, banned his photo from his book jackets, cut off anyone who spoke about him to journalists and implored friends to destroy his letters. But barely a year after Salinger's death at age 91, a new biography is here – “J.D. Salinger: A Life”

by Kenneth Slawenski. The author’s prose is serviceable at best, but he's an energetic researcher. He doesn't solve the impossible puzzle that was Salinger, but he does find some important pieces.

-www.time.com » Students urged to avoid Mexico – College students in Texas who are planning to celebrate spring break have been advised to stay away from Mexico because of the dangers of drug violence.

In the warning, Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steven McCraw cited violence near the border and throughout the country. "Our safety message is simple: Avoid traveling to Mexico during spring break and stay alive," he said.

-www.msnbc.com » Airline hikes cut in half – Two weeks ago, the big network airline carriers including United, Continental, Delta and American raised many domestic fares by $20 a round trip but cut them to $10 last week because of pressure from discount carriers.

The airlines have already attempted five broad-based price increases this year, with most of them sticking. They have also twice imposed bigger increases — up to $60 a round trip — on high-priced tickets favored by business travelers.

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Ribbon cutting ceremony featured resident companies and the Center for the Performing Arts leaders.

Emerging artist Joanna Smith Photos by Margaret Sutherlin

Studio opens for up-close, diverse performances

By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Carmel The Studio Theater may not be as grand inside as the Palladium, but as a part of the Center for the Performing Art campus serves an equally important role.

The opening of the first theater at the Center is a small, intimate and flexible setting for a variety of performances. The black box theater seats around 250 audience members and can be rearranged so the audience surrounds the stage or traditionally faces the performance. The degrees

in which the stage and theater can be rearranged allows for a kind of tailor made experience. For artistic director Michael Feinstein and president Steven Libman, the Studio is an opportunity to feature emerging, young artists in a professional and also engaging space.

“This will be an opportunity for performers to really test original work of all genres and breathe life into many artistic repertoires,” said Libman during an emerging artist showcase featuring country music singer, songwriter Joanna Smith.

“This is really a chance to showcase new artists.”

In addition to presenting emerging performers, the Studio is also an opportunity to host local theater groups and resident companies with the Center for the Performing Arts in a space that allows them to be creative and also suit their needs.

“I can’t believe that it is finally open and we’re here,” said Cynthia Collins of Actors Theatre of Indiana, one of the artistic directors of the resident company. “We are so elated, so happy. We are so happy to have a real home here in Carmel.”

To learn more, visit www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org.

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The Fantasticks by Carmel Repertory Theatre Join Carmel Repertory Theatre as they open the new theater The Studio at the Center for the Performing Arts. The inaugural production The Fantasticks features favorite songs and dance from the longestrunning musical, and famous off-Broadway production. The musical features two childhood friends as they discover the world around them and also fall in love after some rather bothersome match-making from their parents.

At The Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts For tickets call (317) 843-3800 or visit carmelrepertorytheatre.com Show Times: March 11-12, 17-19, 24-26 at 8:00 p.m.

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Pale and pasty or beautiful and bronze?

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By Michael Vlasich The thought of spring break makes us think of how we all look so pale, pasty, and tilt the scale a little on the plus side. All of us probably wished we had indulged a little less and paid attention a little more of the labels specifying the contents of the foods we’ve consumed. The big problem is giving into temptation without a second thought of consequences. This time of year it hits home in a drastic way - first in the mirror and then on the beach.

The following are some basic guidelines for publishing labels regulated by the government.

The top five concerns which food categories affect health are for weight or health monitoring, like high blood pressure, and cholesterol. These terms are to help us understand the real meaning.

• Sugar – for it to be considered “sugar free” it must be less than .5 grams sugar per serving. To be called “reduced sugar” is must be 25 percent less sugar per exact reference portion than the regular item compared.

“No Sugar added” means no sugar was added during processing or packing including even ingredients that contain sugar.

• Calories – to be considered “Calorie free” it must be less than five calories per serving. “Low calorie” is 40 calories or less per serving and “reduced or fewer calories” is at least 25 percent fewer calories per serving to the exact reference portion than the regular item compared.

• Sodium – to be “sodium free” is less than five milligrams of sodium per serving. “Low sodium” serving is 140 milligrams or less per serving. “Reduced sodium” is at least 25 percent less per serving to the exact reference portion than the regular item compared.

• Fiber – “high fiber” is five grams or more fiber per serving. “Good source of fiber” is 2.5 to 4.9 grams fiber per serving. “More or added fiber” is 2.5 grams per serving more to the exact reference portion than the regular item compared.

• Cholesterol – to be “cholesterol free” is less than two milligrams of cholesterol and two grams or less saturated fat per serv-

tomato bisque Ingredients: • 1 Medium Spanish onion, chopped • 1 carrot, chopped • 1 stalk celery, chopped • 4 cloves garlic, chopped • 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth, • 1 (28-ounce) can whole, peeled tomatoes (with liquid), roughly chopped • 3 springs fresh parsley • 3 fresh thyme sprigs • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning • 1 cup half and half Directions: Heat a medium size stock pot with a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft and fragrant. Pour in broth and tomatoes, bring to a boil. Meanwhile tie thyme, parsley, and bay leaf together and add to pot. Then reduce heat to simmer for 30 minutes. Let the soup base cool and then add to a blender and blend until smooth and then strain. Return strained soup to heat and add half and half and season to taste with salt and pepper.

ing. “Low cholesterol” is 20 milligrams or less cholesterol and two grams or less of saturated fat per serving. “Reduced or less cholesterol” is at least 25 percent less cholesterol and two grams or less saturated fat as compared to the exact portion being referenced to a similar food.

Instead of opening a can of a well-known soup, I've included a recipe for tomato bisque.

Chef Michael R. Vlasich, CEC, AAC, is a Carmel resident and the executive chef at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. You may e-mail him at chefmichael@ currentincarmel.com

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Manager at Luca Pizza Where I Dine “I love going to a steakhouse, like Texas Roadhouse.”

What I Order “I always order a 16 oz. T-bone steak, with a loaded baked potato and a large beer.”

Why I Like It “I like the quality. Good quality beats any price, and if you want good food, you have to pay for it.”

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Dragon House Chinese Eatery The scoop: From traditional Cantonese pan fried noodles to the highly-recommended pepper steak, this local restaurant offers a wide variety of choices – at a reasonable price. Buffet-style dining is available during lunch and dinner hours, and to-order dishes are available throughout the day. Patrons with kids will find a great deal here as well – 7-10-year-olds eat at a discounted rate, and kids 3-6 eat at half price.

Type of food: Chinese Price: The lunch buffet is $7.25, while access to the dinner version will cost you $9.25.

Specialty and take-out prices most often run $5.45 for a small order, and $8.25 for a large.

Specialty menu items: “Sea Wind and Fire:” shrimp, chicken, BBQ pork with vegetable in a wine sauce. “San See in Garlic Sauce:” shredded beef,

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March 9

Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre: Hairspray Now-March 27, 2011, Show times vary Beef and Boards, 9301 N. Michigan Road Tickets $36-59; Call (317) 872-9664 Join Tracy Turnblad and Link Larkin as they fall in love and dance the night away in this hit Broadway musical set in the 1960s. Tracy becomes an overnight sensation on a local teen dance television show, and uses her fabulous dance moves, curves, and forward-thinking to make some major changes to her Baltimore home.

March 10 The Indianapolis Museum of Art: Hard Truths -The Art of Thornton Dial Now-September 18, 2011 Indianapolis Museum of Art 3000 Michigan Rd. Tickets $8.00 Public, Free for members; for more information visit www.imamuseum.org Thornton Dial is an extraordinary American artist, whose work addresses social issues in innovative and thoughtful ways.

March 12 Carmel Symphony Orchestra: Gold, Silver, Bronze Saturday, March 12, 7:30 p.m.

The Palladium, Carmel Tickets at www.carmelsymphony.org Join the Carmel Symphony and the medalists of the 2010 International Violin Competition Indianapolis for a night of spectacular classical music.

March 13 Going Solo: In Acting Shakespeare March 10: 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., March 13: 2 p.m.

Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46024 Tickets $36 regular, $42 premium Call 317-635-5252 or visit www.irtlive.com In this humorous memoir, DeVita exposes the many challenges he experienced on the path from Long Island fisherman to celebrated classical actor and playwright. On the way he performs passages from a dozen of Shakespeare’s plays with dexterity and wit.

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March 16

Center for the Performing Art: Tango Buenos Aires March 16, 7:30 p.m.

The Palladium, Carmel Tickets at thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Tango Buenos Aires enjoys worldwide acclaim for its authentic and uncompromising interpretations of Argentina’s national art form. The Tango is renowned for its impeccable precision and its sensuality. Performed by the brilliant dancers of Tango Buenos Aires, it will take your breath away.

March 18 Civic Theatre: Cabaret March 11-27, Thursdays-Sundays, Showtime varies. Tickets $25-32, Call 317-923-4597 or visit www.civictheatre.org Civic Theatre at Marian University 3200 Cold Spring Road On the eve of Hitler’s rise to power, a Cabaret singer, an American writer and the citizens of Berlin are caught in the swirling maelstrom of a changing society. This provocative Broadway show features a macabre emcee and phenomenal cabaret dance numbers.

March 20 The Storytelling Ability of a Boy March 11 – 27 7 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m.

Sundays The Phoenix Theatre, 749 N. Park Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46202 Tickets $15 Thursdays, $25 for adults, $15 for ages 20 and under Call 317-635-7529 or visit phoenixtheatre.org.

The story of two dangerously smart teenagers and the teacher struggling to help them, armed with humor and compassion. No matter how smart or talented any of us are, each of us has felt at some point in our lives that we didn’t belong. In perhaps the toughest world of all – high school – Peck and Dora have each other and their friendship can endure anything the bullies or the teachers or society can throw at them.

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DISPATCHES » Free remodeling seminars – Case Design/Remodeling will offer two free kitchen and bath seminars this month. The first will be held at Michael’s Southshore at Geist, 11705 Fox Road, Indianapolis, on Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The second will be held Saturday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Indianapolis Yacht Club at Geist, 12900 Fall Creek Road. Call 846-2600 to register. » Whale of a Sale consignment event – The spring Whale of a Sale children’s consignment event is Friday, March 11 and Saturday, March 12 at Eagle Church in Zionsville (5801 S. 650 East). Admission is free. Sale hours are Friday, March 11 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 12 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Many items are half price on Saturday. » Great earrings for spring – Spring is nearing, so it's time to refresh one's accessories collection. These shoulder-grazing, gold-plated earrings from Citrine by the Stones would look right with breezy floral pieces as well as more structured, minimalist looks, like those at Michael Kors.

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Engineered wood flooring has come of age …

COMMENTARY

By Vicky Earley Wood floors create a warm and timeless expression for a home that other floorings can’t match. They are durable, and with the variety of finishes available, they have become the flooring of choice for most designers.

Changes and improvements in the hardwood flooring industry have ushered in more selection than ever before. With increased choice comes the need for more background information than ever.

One option that is sure to present itself in the dense forest of hardwood choices is engineered wood flooring. This product is a cousin to solid hardwood but proffers a list of independent pros and cons.

Engineered wood flooring typically has three or more core layers in addition to the top hardwood veneer. This layer of hardwood veneer is the same genuine hardwood enjoyed in solid hardwood floors. This is generally a thin layer of the show wood, typically 0.6mm to 4.5mm or more in thickness.

Once you have installed an engineered wood floor, the only visible difference will be your bill, as engineered is generally a less expensive option.

Engineered products constructed with three to five layers and a top layer of premium hardwood counteract the natural tendency of wood to expand and contract with seasonal changes in temperature and humidity, making engineered flooring dimensionally stable.

Engineered products constructed with three to five layers and a top layer of premium hardwood counteract the natural tendency of wood to expand and contract .

Most engineered wood floors are prefinished at the factory, which eliminates the mess, time and vapors associated with applying the finish coats at the job site. Prefinished floors are ready to be walked on right after the installation is complete. Most factory applied finishes are UVcured with ultra violet lights, which creates a much harder finish than a job-site finish. In addition, the manufacturer can apply more coats of finish as well as giving added protection.

Engineered wood is an ideal choice in an area where humidity is an issue. Where solid wood might warp and wave, engineered wood has the best chance for remaining flat.

The big question that usually accompanies the choice of an engineered wood product is, “Can I refinish an engineered floor”?

The answer? It depends entirely upon the thickness of the hardwood layer. The reality is that due to the high quality of finishes offered, 95 percent of engineered hardwood surfaces are never refinished. If sanding is desired, typically the professional sanding procedure removes 1/32 of an inch. Therefore, if an engineered wood floor has a 2mm layer it can be sanded 1-2 times.

Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

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Lather Up! For most people, the act of shampooing is merely the routine cleansing dirty hair. However, shampooing your hair is much more than that. There is a wide range of specialty shampoos on the market and it is important to make sure you pick one that is right for your hair type.

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Your stylist understands your hair type and texture, so it is pertinent to get a professional recommendation for which shampoo works best for your hair needs. Whether it is color protecting, such as Brocato’s VibraColor shampoo or Aquage’s Volumizing shampoo that you need, your stylist will be able to recommend the perfect bottle for you.

Shampoos also can help prevent and reverse damage to your hair caused by chemicals or the elements. Healthy hair begins with the proper products and regimen for at-home maintenance

Plaid ties (Just not paired with a plaid shirt) Suede buck shoes (Choose a bright color if you are risky enough) Linen (It’s OK for it to get wrinkled) Denim (Found in any color of the rainbow this season) Get out and be different this spring!

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Instead of matte foundation, use a light tinted moisturizer. This will hydrate your skin, combating the dry, worn out look.

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Try a navy blue liner which will help open up your eyes.

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Use a light pink blush instead of mauve. This color brightens up your skin and creates a fresh look.

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Remember that lip gloss helps bring light to your smile with its reflective nature. Try a shimmery peach, which also gives the impression of plumping your lips.

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DISPATCHES » New procedure at IU Health – A scar-free procedure for treating acid reflux and heartburn is now available in the Indianapolis area. Don Selzer, MD, and Dan McKenna, MD, recently began offering the new procedure – Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication procedure (TIF) – at Indiana University Health North Hospital in Carmel. The procedure uses the innovative EsophyX device for the treatment of GERD. » Light fights depression – As we spend more of our time indoors we are becoming increasingly deprived of the bright light that is essential to our health and well-being. Our eyes have special light receptors, connected directly to the middle of the brain, that respond only to the brightness of outdoor light. That light, absorbed by the eyes, stimulates the release of neurotransmitters and hormones that regulate mood, sleep, and energy. Without it, our natural sleep-wake cycle goes awry and our mood and energy suffer.

-www.health.msn.com » Diabetes fair – Join Riverview Medical Group’s Diabetes Center for a free Diabetes Fair on March 19, 8 to 11 a.m, in the lower level of the Women’s Pavilion, entrance 11. Find out if you are at a high risk by getting a free A1C screening at the event. An A1C is a test that measures a person’s average blood glucose level over the past two to three months. For more information, call 770-5835. » Eat fresh, not dried fruit – Dried fruit is nutritious, but by weight it has more than twice the calories of fresh. And because its water content is lower, you have to eat more to feel satisfied. In fact, fresh fruit beats any other fruit product, including juice.

-www.fitbie.msn.com » Stop dieting, ladies – A new study indicates that for marital happiness, a woman only needs to be thinner than her mate. Researchers monitored 165 newlywed couples over four years, tracking their marital satisfaction via questionnaires. Results showed that men’s satisfaction wasn’t connected to their wives’ actual weight but did closely track to whether their wives were thinner than they were. The women also were happier in these cases.

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Acid reflux or heartburn?

COMMENTARY

By Daniel McKenna, MD and Don Selzer, MD As physicians, we often get questions from friends, family members and, of course, Selzer patients, about a variety of medical questions. One complaint we hear quite often is in regard to heartburn and acid reflux. Numerous individuals suffer from what they believe is heartburn, often experiencing a sensation of burning or pain McKenna in the esophagus soon after a meal. However, the truth is that what they’re suffering from could actually be acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

GERD is a medical condition that affects nearly one-third of Americans. It is caused by stomach acid that abnormally travels backwards up into the esophagus.

Heartburn is one symptom of acid reflux disease, but it isn’t the only symptom. Those with GERD may also experience the following: • hoarseness or sore throat • frequent swallowing • chronic cough • asthma or asthma-like symptoms • burning in the mouth or throat • pain or discomfort in the chest • intolerance to certain foods • yellow fluid or pillow stains after sleep • dental erosions or therapy resistant gum disease or inflammation Acid reflux disease differs from heartburn in that disease symptoms persist for two or more days each week, despite efforts to pursue a more active lifestyle and healthier diet. Once diagnosed with GERD, individuals may choose treatment options like over-the-counter and prescription antacids, acid suppressants and proton pump inhibitors.

While these may relieve symptoms, there is now a groundbreaking procedure that helps to resolve acid reflux more permanently. The procedure – Transoral Incisionless Fudoplication (TIF) – is simple and life changing. Clinical trials show that, after having the procedure, most people can eat and drink foods they avoided for many years and 79 percent remain off their daily reflux medications two years later. Because the procedure is performed through the mouth with no incisions, there is little pain and risk, no scars and minimal time away from work and regular activities.

To learn more about acid reflux and the latest treatment options, you’re invited to attend an informational seminar March 9 at 6 p.m. at IU Health North Hospital in Carmel. To schedule a personal appointment with us, call 317-2740931 or 317-688-4880.

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Running with Everyday problems become an opportunity for innovation the 80s COMMENTARY

By David Cain A room full of people looked out the window. There was a man about 80 years old running by. It was impressive to me to see a guy that age running in 34-degree weather that felt like 27 degrees. It was really more like a runwalk, but he was out there nonetheless. He was making his way and doing his thing.

I’m 43 years old and I run, too. Just as I watched this enterprising older gent pass by the window, someone in the office said, “That’s probably how Dave looks running.” Ouch! Rough crowd! Thanks. What are you? 22 years old? Actually, she is. It was the remark of a 22-year-old woman.

While I don’t consider myself old, younger people do.

It got me thinking about age and perception. While I don’t consider myself old, younger people do. My 80-year-old friend likely would think I’m a kid. My co-workers fresh from college think of me as an older man. My kids, well they’re too young to know, I thought. I went home and asked my three-yearold how old she thought I was. Her answer, “You’re old.” I answered quickly with, “Are you serious?” She responded again, “You’re old and I’m new.” Okay, that’s fair. I decided I’d fare better with my five-year-old. I posed the same question to her. She quipped, “I think you are 10, Daddy!” I wasn’t sure if my feelings were that of relief or confusion. Was she saying I must be twice her age, which to a child probably seems ancient?

I decided then and there I should resolve the situation myself. I’m 43 and proud of it. I’m 43 and feel 23 sometimes and 63 other days. Hey, if the weather can offer an actual temperature and a “feels like” temp, why can’t we do the same with age? It’s my actual age versus my effective age.

I decided today that I would let my own perception form my perception. I’m not going to be jaded by others. Despite working in an office of Generation Y (Millennials), I’m going to continue being Gen X. Even though my exercising might resemble a run-walk too, let’s see if a Y can keep up with an X.

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By Jenn Kampmeier For those parents whom have a child that loves to throw things then you can relate to Carolyn Carter, mom of three and inventor of Clingy CordTM. “In 2007 after realizing that my first born, then a toddler, loved to throw anything she could get her hands on. I created a product that would secure the items to her stroller and highchair.” states Carter.

She was constantly concerned with the germs on the floor in which her toddlers’ toys would land. Out of this concern became one of the hottest and most sought after products, Clingy Cord TM. The Clingy Cord takes all the fun out of throwing because it is fully adjustable to secure a variety of objects like sippy cups, bottles, toys, pacifiers and more, to the stroller, high chair, car seat etc. So, when the child throws the item it stays attached and never hits the dirty floor. This eliminates the need to retrieve those items over again; you no longer have to worry about losing their belongings or cleaning them while you are out with your children. We are all concerned about germs and when our children throw their items that they put into their mouth without cleaning them we are exposing them to harmful bacteria.

Being a stay-at-home-mom of three and a business owner does create its’ own challenges.

Carter decided from the start that she would grow her business organically, without taking on debt to do it, as least until she could prove that it is a financially viable concept.

“As a mom-entrepreneur there are many opportunities that I am presented with – PR, advertising, expos, TV and print ads, and making the right risk/reward decisions on these opportunities can be very daunting to a small businessperson.” states Carter. Most recently Carter will launch their first television commercial for the Clingy Cord, scheduled to begin airing nationwide on Comcast channels in February 2011.

Carter has learned that being a mompreneur is hard work which equals late nights of working after her children are in bed. She also lives by the motto: “Never be afraid to ask for help.”

Carter is currently working on her latest invention Lunch Box Scribbles. Scribbles are reusable chalkboards in fun foam shapes and are the perfect way to remind your children that you are thinking of them throughout the day.

You can find her products on her website at www.CaitiMacCreations.com and you can connect with her on Facebook: CaitiMac Creations and Lunch Box Scribbles.

David Cain works at MediaSauce, a digital media and online marketing company in Carmel. David welcomes your questions or comments at David.Cain@MediaSauce.com.

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As wedding season approaches, Lucy’s Bridal has opened its doors as a full service bridal boutique in Carmel. An intimate space, Lucy’s Bridal focuses on creating a very personalized, low-pressure experience for brides and Lucy Qi, onwer and Susan Barber their party. One-on-one appointments and high expectations for customer service also help distinguish this small, locally owned bridal store.

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I’m just not that into God, part 1 FAITH

By Bob Walters We are conditioned by our culture to believe that God – especially the person of Jesus Christ – is merely one of life’s extracurricular activities, not the full-time source and center of our humanity and life itself.

There is doubt. God is OK but organized religion is a pain. Yeah I suppose there is a God but until He proves to me he or she exists I’m looking out for No. 1. When I sincerely tried to pray, I got no answer. What’s God ever done for me?

There is reason. Survival depends on my ability to reason, to choose and to judge right and wrong. I’m supposed to deny my powers of reason and “believe” in a God I can’t see? Who allowed his own son to be killed? Who needs a father like that?

There is precedent. I’m free, aren’t I? Don’t Bible-thump me with that Jesus nonsense.

Arose from the dead? Loves sinners? Forgives even the stuff I’ve done? C’mon. I’m too smart for that. I know things. And don’t mix faith with public schooling. It’s my God-given right to have church and state separated!

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or not. But our culture of media and personal esteem makes it far too appealing and easy for us to seek reality elsewhere.

I did that for about 30 years.

I never thought God didn’t exist. Nor did I think Jesus, the Bible and the church were all that important. Just a bunch of old characters, old stories, old thinking. Jesus was a good man, the Bible has lots of good advice … but, the center of all life?

I just wasn’t that into God. Thing is, I realize now, I wanted to BE God. As I grew to understand that the job was already taken, Jesus – our human-divine connection with God – suddenly became very important.

Lent, the church season of Christ’s passion and sacrifice, begins tomorrow and ends at Easter. Traditionally, many Christians give up something for Lent.

To take the critical step of putting Christ in the center of our lives and recalibrating / downsizing popular culture, let’s give up trying to be God. That job’s taken, and it’s a full-time gig.

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Help for the cheating epidemic, Part 7 RELATIONSHIPS

By Rachael Noble Warning: These next few columns are a series on men cheating. I will be sharing openly and not holding back on opinions. So fasten your seatbelts!

I’ve received much e-mail about this topic I’ve been covering in this series on cheating, and I’m amazed at how many women have come out of the woodwork to tell their stories of relationships torn apart by infidelity. What is to be done about this common epidemic of cheating? I have some ideas of how both men and women can contribute to fixing this problem, so gentlemen, please consider the following: The world will tell you that you are a “stud” if you play a basketful of women. But is this truly what you believe makes a good man? Does hurting so many women and destroying their trust make you a good person? Take some time to think about what you believe makes a man a man. Is it cheating and causing misery to so many gals? Was your goal in life to grow up to be someone who caused havoc in women’s lives?

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More to come on how I believe men can change and put an end to the cheating epidemic in my next column.

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Does anybody remember me?

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By Dick Wolfsie I hired a tutor to teach me about the intricacies of Facebook, blogging and tweeting. The original plan was to take a class on all this, but I get very distracted in large groups and can’t concentrate.

Christine, my able instructor, spent a great deal of time with me. She discussed privacy settings and asked if I was OK just having friends, or whether I wanted to have communication with people who were friends of friends. I went for broke and opted for friends of friends of friends because before computers, that’s the very method I used to select a doctor to do my first colonoscopy. Oh, and find a wife.

At one point, Christine asked me to publish something on my Facebook wall, just to give me an idea of how the process worked. For lack of anything prepared, I typed the following: Thanks to Facebook, I have located three old high school girlfriends. Two of them don’t remember me.

Within minutes, my Facebook page was abuzz with commentary about my post from former classmates. “Post,” by the way, is a new term I learned, and I’m trying to get the hang of using. Christine will be so proud.

So here are some of the posts that were posted in response to my post: Dear Dick, I was an old girlfriend. Can you find out how the others managed to forget you? God knows I’ve been trying for 45 years.

Charlene Hi, Dickie, Try not using your maiden name.

Ginny Hello, Dick, I’m not 100 percent sure, but I think we went to the Senior Prom together.

Does that make you feel better? Barbara Wolfsie, Your name rings a bell. Oh yeah, you used to copy my homework, steal my pen and call me chubby. Gee, thanks for reminding me. Andrea Dick, We graduated in l965. We’re lucky we even remember high school. Carol Hi, Dick, I remember you very well, but we never went out. Maybe it’s the dating part that makes you so forgettable. Sara I was a little embarrassed about all these responses suggesting I didn’t make much of an impression on women, but I hadn’t progressed far enough in my instruction to know how to delete them, so I called my Facebook coach ...

“Hi Christine, it’s Dick Wolfsie.”

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Is everyone at hockey games an idiot?

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By Mike Redmond Had a grand time the other night watching two-thirds of a hockey game. The other third I was not so grand, seeing as how I spent it in a line at the concessions stand.

Basically, I spent the entire second period (two goals, three fights and three penalties) in line to get a Coke.

For those of you who are not in the know, hockey is played in three periods of 20 minutes each. And these are sports minutes, not real life minutes, which means they can be up to 30 times longer than minutes anywhere else. This explains why the last two minutes of an NBA game take about an hour to play.

Do the math and I spent 30 minutes of my life waiting to get refreshed.

And why did it take so long?

Because everyone else in the line was a moron.

I’m talking about people who would make it to the front of the line and then decide they needed to start studying the menu. Never mind that they had half an hour to do while THEY were waiting. Oh, no. They had all been too busy talking on their cell phones and texting people back in the arena, or rolling their eyes and sighing noisily while complaining about the slow service.

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How anyone can stretch this into three minutes of reading (with lips moving) is beyond me, but they do.

The order is finally made (dinner for two, which means four of everything on the menu) and delivered fairly quickly. I want to make that point clear: The concession workers that I saw were friendly and efficient. No blame there.

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After which, the person notices that he or she is going to need considerable help getting all this snacky goodness back into the area and so whips out a cell phone to call in reinforcements – all while standing at the head of the line so as to best hold things up.

And then the next person does precisely the same thing.

Result? You miss the goals and fistfights, and all the players are so dog-bone tired by the time you get back to your seat that the third period is really just a skate-around. It’s enough to make you buy Pacers tickets.

Okay, that’s an exaggeration. But it’s enough to make you re-think the whole business of going out, with all its attendant headaches, from finding a place to park to chasing squatters out of your seats to wasting time in lines, when you could just as well stay home and have your grand time and your hockey moron-free.

The popcorn’s fresher, too. By about a decade.

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Basement remodel in 1980s-built home

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By Larry Greene ORIGINAL BASEMENT: This home was built in 1988 in the Smokey Ridge subdivision. The current homeowners had big plans when they moved in to start with a kitchen remodel and then remodel the basement. However, in 2010, their basement flooded, and their priorities quickly reversed.

HOMEOWNER’S FAVORITE DESIGN CHANGES: The homeowner commented, “We used to have a wood-burning stove in the basement, and now we have a vent less fire place.

It’s the best! Also, we had this big clunky bar right in the middle of the room that took up a lot of space. Now, the new bar has been totally redesigned up against the wall, and it opened up so much more usable space.” The homeowner continued, “We also had a small half bath with a little closet down here before. Now, we have a full bathroom with a tub, better lighting and more closet space. It’s really cozy now. We love it.”

FIREPLACE DETAILS: The existing brick fireplace hearth and surround was removed and hauled away, and the area was framed to fit the new firebox opening. After a gas line was roughed in, Eldorado Limestone York stone veneer was installed on the fireplace surround, hearth deck and hearth face with mortar joints.

New semi-custom maple cabinets in taupe paint with café colored highlights (that match the new wet bar) were installed on each

Before side of the fireplace. Finally, prefinished engineered maple wood flooring in an alternate pattern with a 4”, 5”, and 6” wide planks was installed in a glue-down method.

FINAL RESULTS: The homeowner was pleased with the overall results and commented, “It’s all usable space now! So much more lighting! Before, no one wanted to go down there; it was just a basement. Now we use it for our family movie nights, and there’s play space for the kids. Now, we’ll come down here to watch movies on our nice big TV.”

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Larry Greene is the president of Case Design/ Remodeling, a full-service design/build firm serving Hamilton County. Contact him at lgreene@indy.rr.com.

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Is your PC safe enough to do your taxes?

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ated for potential hidden malware. start up, that’s the first sign that extra programs TECHNOLOGY The process of tracking down the extra proare likely loading every time you start your

By Gary Hubbard cesses, understanding what they do and removcomputer.

Millions of U.S. taxpayers will turn to their ing them if they are unnecessary or malicious Once it has fully booted, launch the Task own computers once again this year to prepare can get quite complicated, especially for those Manager by hitting Ctrl-Alt-Del at the same and file state and federal tax returns. The ease of who don’t have a good working knowledge of time (or you can right-click on the Taskbar and use and sophistication of the tax programs have the Windows Registry. Lots of tools exist for select Task Manager). When the Task Manager made them a compelling option for many taxscanning for malicious programs on your compayers (an estimated 35 percent did so in 2010). opens, it should be in the “Applications” winputer (Malware Bytes is one of the best) but dow, which should be empty. In the bottom left With many Internet-connected computknowing which tool or manual process to use corner will be a display of the “Processes” that ers compiling sought-after information by ID under which circumstances is a constantly movare currently running. thieves, you can bet that attempts to exploit On a well-maintained computer, this number ing target.

U.S.-based computers are in full force.

If you’re not very technical, find someone that will be in the 30-40 range for desktop computA virus could open the door for the actual you trust that is, as this isn’t an area of computers and 35-45 on portable computers (laptops program that would hide itself in your computing you should take lightly. and netbooks). er, but simply scanning for viruses is no longer And if you think those slick TV ads for autoThe higher the number is over these benchsufficient. marks, the more you should be concerned about mated computer cleanup services are an option, Malware (malicious software) comes in so you should really take a few minutes to think what unnecessary programs are running in the many forms these days and can sneak into your about it. The most common thing scam artists background of your computer. The next check computer from virtually any activity you likely try to do is to trick you into giving them your is accessed by clicking on the Performance engage in every day. data. Don’t make it easy for them by handing tab, which will display the CPU and Memory A complete virus scan of your computer is them the keys to all your personal data. It is certainly a good start, but since most malware is meters.

With no programs open, the top set of graphs worth it to take it to someone you trust. pretty good at sneaking past antivirus programs (CPU Usage and History) should be low and these days, I would highly recommend you stable. If you see the CPU Usage meter jumping do an additional self-check of your computer, Gary Hubbard is the owner of up and down and the history graphs shows a especially if you are running older versions of Data Doctors Computer Services - www.datadoctors.com. Have a lot of up and down activity, you would be wise Windows like XP. technology question? Send it to Start by rebooting your computer so it’s start- to avoid doing your taxes or even any kind of online banking until you have the system evaluing clean; if yourAnswers computer takes a long time to to BUILD THE WORDS: PISCES, NORDSTROM, MARISACurrentInCarmel@datadoctors.com TOMEI,

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DISPATCHES » HSHC fundraiser – This Friday, the Humane Society for Hamilton County will present its fundraiser Wine, Wags & Whiskers. This event includes the opportunity to taste more than 40 unique wines, eat well, shop silent auction items and listen to the soulful sounds of Jennie DeVoe live in concert. The event will take place from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at The Mansion at Oak Hill in Carmel, 5801 E. 116th Street. Tickets are $55 each in advance or $65 the day of the event. Purchase tickets or learn more at www.hamiltonhumane.com.

» Keep pets out of your bed – A recent study by the University of California Davis veterinary professors Ben Sun and Bruno Chomel showed that letting your pet sleep in your bed may increase your chances of contracting a parasite or other illnesses.

The study showed that in some cases parasites and that kisses from your dog or cat can lead to serious health problems, including transmission of staphylococcus, cat-scratch, and other diseases that can be transmitted through fleas and ticks.

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By John Mikesell If your dog seems to always have gas, make an appointment for a veterinary examination to rule out serious problems If you haven’t already, switch from that bargain basement food to a high-quality food rich in animal proteins.

Keep track of the ingredients – at least the major sources of carbohydrates, proteins and fats in each food you give your dog – and whether his gas improves or worsens with each. It may be that his problem is with one type of grain.

Some unfortunate dogs are banished to the outdoors because they produce such volumes of noxious gas – and it’s not their fault! Some of these dogs also produce giant volumes of sloppy feces. These are two huge indications that their food is low-quality, indigestible product. Improving the diet will reduce all malodorous emissions.

When dealing with a chronic farter, do not free feed. Whether you choose to feed your companion once, twice, or several times daily, it is best not to leave food on the floor all of the time. Allow at least a few hours between feeding to allow complete digestion of each meal. This by itself has cured many cases of chronic flatulence!

Several safe and accessible herbs come to mind for effective relief of flatulence and indigestion. But remember this: All these herbs do is relieve symptoms. They do not represent a silver bullet solution.

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