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New ways of living Founded Oct. 24, 2006, at Carmel, IN Vol. V, No. 51 Copyright 2011. Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved.

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It is our position that one of the most noticeable changes in Hamilton County is that people are no longer restricted to living in the suburbs. We believe that it shows unity between both residents and businesses, which means good things for our cities in Hamilton County.

We believe that with Carmel, Noblesville, Westfield and Fishers mixing commercial properties and residential properties, we will be able to get a greater variety of families and businesses coming to Hamilton County. In the recent past, one would have to live in a big city to be near restaurants, bars, and other diversions. Now, we have the benefits of living in Hamilton County while experiencing the big-city feel created by the growing number of commercial properties.

We can appreciate both the desire for the feeling of living in the city and living of the suburbs, so we think cities in Hamilton County have done a great job in offering both to its varying constituents. Hamilton County has done a great job offering what very few counties can.

Fall for all

It is our position that fall is a time for family, football and franks. Whether you’re leaping into a pile of leaves with your kids, keeping your fingers crossed for the Colts or sipping hot (or cold) cider by a tailgate the crisp season is one that’s activities vary as much as the season’s colorful and changing landscape.

Hamilton County is at its picturesque peak in the weeks of October and we believe Current readers should celebrate more than Halloween, one of our favorite holidays, by the way. Challenge yourself to take on the fall activities before winter rakes up the season.

We encourage you to get lost in a corn maze, face your fears at one of the many haunted-house tours and put those trick-or-treat bags through a practice run by filling them with fresh produce from farmers markets in Hamilton County.

Fill the fall air with the aroma of bonfires and fired-up grills, and pocket your smartphones for a few hours to take a drive on some of Hamilton County’s tree-lined roads for nature’s most colorful show.

The views in these editorials are of reader participants. They do not represent those of Current Publishing ownership and management.

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Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you.

In Louisiana, it is illegal to gargle in public places.

Every week, we will print a portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the Indiana Constitution.

ARTICLE 14. Boundaries Section 1. State In order that the boundaries of the State may be known and established, it is hereby ordained and declared, that the State of Indiana is bounded, on the East, by the meridian line, which forms the western boundary of the State of Ohio; on the South, by the Ohio river, from the mouth of the Great Miami river to the mouth of the Wabash river; on the West, by a line drawn along the middle of the Wabash river, from its mouth to a point where a due north line, drawn from the town

of Vincennes, would last touch the north-western shore of said Wabash river; and, thence, by a due north line, until the same shall intersect an east and west line, drawn through a point ten miles north of the southern extreme of Lake Michigan; on the North, by said east and west line, until the same shall intersect the first mentioned meridian line, which forms the western boundary of the State of Ohio.

Section 2. Jurisdiction and sovereignty The State of Indiana shall possess jurisdiction and sovereignty co-extensive with the boundaries declared in the preceding section; and shall have concurrent jurisdiction, in civil and criminal cases, with the State of Kentucky on the Ohio river, and with the State of Illinois on the Wabash river...

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FROM THE BACKSHOP Dunkin Donuts rises from the ashes Welcome back to Carmel, Dunkin Donuts.

The rebuilt store at 1305 S. Range Line Rd. is something of a phoenix, rising from the ashes of a fire that gutted it and much of the Carmel Walk shopping center last Nov. 11. There is a new floor plan to ease traffic flow – not to mention the return of the best iced coffee anywhere. This is about more than yeast and icing, though; it’s about recovery. While we still don’t know the cause of that early morning fire, we do know this: The company could have chosen to completely fold the tent, take the loss and perhaps look at other locations in Carmel or elsewhere in Hamilton County. Instead, it honored what it said upon opening the first time: “We intend to be here for a good, long time.”

The recent re-opening, then, can be summed up thusly: The company is as good as its word.

••• You have one more week to channel your inner Stephen King and frighten your fellow readers in our first Halloween Writing Contest.

The deadline for submissions to our managing editor, Kevin Kane (kevin@youarecurrent.com) of 450 words is next Monday. There are two divisions: 13 years old and younger, and 14 years old and older. Stories also may be mailed to Current Publishing, 30 S. Range Line Rd., Carmel 46032.

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••• It was a turn-away event – for the latecoming companies that tried to become exhibitors at last week’s Hamilton County Job Fair.

More than 80 firms, each required to have at least five positions that had to be filled “now,” were on hand to fill the show. The commitment to swell the workforce of our county is commendable.

Service stripes

COMMENTARY

By Terry Anker If someone is considering offering public service, it is certainly fair to consider why it is that one would want to serve. And, in fact, those are the kinds of topics the would-be civic leaders most want to discuss.

Generally, they have some frustration (or, occasionally, even anger) regarding this topic or another. “Teachers are underappreciated!” says one. “Schools are bloated with tax dollars!” says another. And, others still are simply responding to a desire to give back, referring to a family member or mentor who inspired them to commit.

“Mom worked tirelessly for the PTA and now that I have kids, it seems like the right thing to do.”

All the answers are right from the perspective of the giver; and, we should be eager to support the instinct to service.

But to me, there is a more important question: Does one have the temperament to sustain peer criticism (or even to be a part of the minority caucus)? In my experience, the critique is

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most harsh closest to home. Indeed, familiarity breeds contempt. Neighborhood association officers have folks showing up on their doorsteps demanding intervention in the ongoing feud over the trash can placement. Next in line, school board members feel the heat of tight budgets and are ascribed all sorts of aspersions often based in frustration, not fact. Next in line are local government officials. We see these fine people at softball games and the town parade and are willing to “remind” them of our street care needs and tax burdens.

Finally, in order are state and national representatives. They have staff to shield but must come back from D.C., at least to run for reelection.

Accountability may not be as important as ideology. But if one wants to serve, isn’t it a big part of the equation?

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DISPATCHES » Rotary meeting – Rotary Club of Carmel will meet Friday, noon to 1:30 p.m., at the Mansion at Oak Hill, 5801 E. 116th St. Program: Rotary Business Fair. Contact: Wendy Phillips, 501-4955. » Kiwanis meeting – Carmel Golden K Kiwanis will meet this Thursday, 10 a.m. at the American Legion Hall, 852 W. Main St. Speaker: Erin Slater, “College Mentors for Kids, Inc.” Contact: Don Moehn, 873-1956. » Marching band community night – Many of Indy’s favorite food trucks will be coming to Carmel on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. as part of the Carmel High School Marching Band’s annual Community Night. The event will be held at the CHS football stadium on 136th Street in the west parking lot and will include familyfriendly activities. There will also be a performance by the award-winning Carmel Marching Greyhounds at 8 p.m. Contact Jennifer Riley Simone at publicity@carmelbands.org for more information. » Physician relocates – Dr. Jeffery Schoonover, a dual board-certified physician and vein treatment expert, has moved his practice to Fishers, now at 11876 Olio Rd., Suite 700. For more information, visit www.indyveins.com. » Chaucie’s Place receives grant – Through its Team Depot grant program, The Home Depot Foundation has awarded $18,000 to Chaucie’s Place. The donation will be used to purchase all the construction materials needed for the renovation of the organization’s new facility at 106th Street and Gray Road.

Magical trip to the kingdom

COMMENTARY

By Danielle Wilson M-I-C. K-E-Y. M-O-you know what? I am exhausted. Although I just arrived home from a girls-only weekend at Disney World, I have recovered enough to share my experiences. I say “recovered” because the Orlando-based world of Disney is far from relaxing. Regardless, I will never forget my 72-hour magical adventure.

Here are some of the highlights: Going all mommy dearest at Space Mountain. I channeled Joan Crawford and forced my 7-year-old to ride the scary indoor roller coaster.

She usually loves thrill rides, and I was certain once she got going she would rank it as an alltime favorite. I was wrong. She screamed the entire four minutes, prompting the gentleman in front of me to double check I was not shaving her skin off with a potato peeler.

Dining with the princesses. Yes, this is expensive. Yes, it’s a bit cheesy. But I got to meet Belle, Snow White and Ariel. I mean, they actually talked to me! “Well, hello, your highness,” lilted Cinderella. “How are you enjoying your stay in my castle?” Hee hee hee. Your highness.

Taking one for the team at the Mad Tea Party teacups. My youngest niece turned out to be too short to ride the puke-inducing torture bowls, and her mom worried she’d get a migraine. So I sucked it up and volunteered my chaperone services, knowing this could be a game-ender for me. I can get motion sick in bed,

so imagine me spinning in several different directions in high humidity on an empty stomach. I swayed like a drunk for several minutes after exiting that hideous ride. Bibbity-bobbity-blek!

Flying high on Soaring. Our flight home was bumped up two hours, which meant we only had about an hour to spend at Epcot. The strategy? Arrive when the gates open and sprint for Soaring, a simulated hang-gliding attraction with hour-long waits. Listening to my two girls giggle with delight as we virtually flew over farmlands, ocean and glaciers was the best moment of the trip for me.

Witnessing a miracle. A woman collapsed not far from where we were observing young padawans duel Darth Vader that’s when another woman rushed to help. She began vigorous CPR and after several minutes, was able to bring the heart attack victim back to consciousness. The passerby is a trauma nurse. She literally saved this woman’s life, right in front of us. Now, that’s magic.

We walked miles in the 90-degree temperatures, fought crowds, and suffered our fair share of tantrums and diarrhea, but it was still an amazing and memorable trip. P-E-A. C-EOUT. M-O-U-S-E. Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist.

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Our readers step up to help VOLUNTEERS

By Jeff Worrell The love affair between Current in Carmel readers and Chaucie’s Place continues. The center, which exists to serve children affected by abuse and neglect, is grateful for the response from readers willing to give of themselves.

According to Toby Stark, Chaucie’s Place executive director, “We have received a tremendous response from people interested in volunteering and willing to make a financial contribution.”

Stark said many of the volunteers offered to help after reading about the center in Current.

For a place like Chaucie’s, volunteers and donations are what drive the child advocacy center’s ability to continue serving children.

Although it seems like only yesterday when CP opened its doors, Chaucie’s Place has been a valuable asset to our community for more than 10 years. To help celebrate the milestone, organizers are putting the finishing touches on Treasure Our Children Beach Bash. To be held at the Ritz Charles banquet facility, the Thursday event from 5:30 to 9 p.m. will feature music of the Beach Boys, a live and silent auction with lots of food and fun. Casual beach attire is requested and tickets are just $60 per person. For more information, call 582-8251.

Chaucie’s Place is named after Chaucie Quillen, born Sept. 3, 1974. She grew up in Carmel and excelled in both athletics and academics.

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Chaucie’s Place is a center that provides a unique approach to the investigation of cases of abuse and neglect of children in Hamilton County. Chaucie’s Place is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit child advocacy center in Hamilton County. The center opened its doors on April 30, 2001, and has since served more than 2,600 children. They provide a child-friendly atmosphere for the investigation of allegations of child abuse and neglect.

The center provides a location for members of a multi-disciplinary team to come together and perform a forensic interview of a child who is alleged to be a victim of abuse or neglect. The objective is to provide a quick, professional response by law enforcement, child protection services, and the prosecutor’s office to a case, so the trauma to the child can be minimized and an appropriate course of action to the specific case can be charted expeditiously. A critical safety net for our children, I hope you will consider the Bash on Oct. 13.

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City considering $130M bond for The Barrington the loan solely on the borBy Kevin Kane rower’s credit.” kevin@youarecurrent.com Federal tax code allows A Texas-based nonprofit municipalities to do this developer is asking the for economic development city to issue $130 million purposes, and The Barin bonds to help fund the rington could bring many construction of a senior high-paying jobs to Carliving community in Artist’s rendering mel. Representatives from Carmel.

Mayflower Communities at last week’s City Mayflower Companies plans to build a $142 Council meeting said The Barrington, once fully million development, The Barrington, on Guilstaffed, will fill 140 full-time positions and sevford Road near 116th Street, but it needs the eral more part-time positions at an annual paycity’s help to secure its financing at a lower cost. roll of $5.2 million. Although nonprofits do not Bruce Donaldson, a partner at Indianapolis pay property taxes, Mayflower will be required law firm Barnes and Thornburg, said nonprofits to pay the city $350,000 per year, indefinitely. are eligible to receive non-taxable bond rates In addition to the jobs, Councilwoman Luci but, in order to take advantage of these lower Snyder said the project is “excellent” for a varirates, are required by federal tax code to go ety of reasons. through a governmental issuer.

“This project is interesting and appropriate to “So they basically asked the city of Carmel…to Carmel because of what it is and the fact that essentially do this as a favor for them,” said Donour own citizens may avail themselves to it,” aldson, whose firm was hired by the city to reSnyder said last Monday. view the bond documents. “This will lower their The Barrington will be a full-service, conborrowing costs and the costs of the project.” tinuing care retirement community with 134 Because this would be a developer-backed bond, the city would not be on the hook for the independent living units and many other units in which varying levels of living assistance will debt, even in the “worst-case scenario,” Mayor be provided.

Jim Brainard said.

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By Kevin Kane kevin@youarecurrent.com Former Marion County Prosecutor Carl Brizzi likened his experience with starting his private practice to Jerry Maguire.

“When I left the prosecutor’s office, I didn’t have a single client,” said Brizzi, who after two terms as prosecutor opened his Carmel firm in January.

And like Tom Cruise’s character, Brizzi, a Fishers resident, is attracting new clients by offering personal service that goes beyond the scope of typical legal representation.

Drawing from his own experiences, Brizzi offers help in reputation management for many of his clients. His clients often are “good people who have made a mistake in one form or another,” he said, adding that he works to soften the blow caused by these mistakes, both in and out of the courtroom.

“Almost all of my cases have ramifications beyond the legal ones,” he said. “I don’t even know how to be a lawyer and not be this guy after everything I experienced as prosecutor for eight years and learning that bad things happen to good people.”

Many of his clients are not well-known, public figures, and for them he often works to prevent a ripple effect, created by their legal issues, from impacting other aspects of his clients’ lives, such as employment.

But in a few months he has landed some high-profile cases, too, including the representation of Secretary of State Charlie White. In these cases, he imparts the knowledge he gained while in office. This includes his handling of the unwanted media attention and scrutiny he received, in part, as a result of his ties to Tim Durham, a financier indicted for fraud earlier this year.

“I draw on that experience,” he said. “Some lessons are harder to learn that others…Hopefully what I can do in my new role is help others who may be similarly situated.”

Jim Parham, chief operating officer at Hirons & Co. Communications, has worked with Brizzi on a number of cases in which clients were in need of public relations help and other reputation management services. Though he’s worked with many other attorneys on similar cases, Parham said Brizzi’s expertise in law, public policy and politics make him especially effective in these cases.

“Carl’s been in the spotlight himself,” Parham said. “He has a lot of experience with the media and that really helps a lot…He’s got a lot of unique characteristics.”

Brizzi said he hasn’t actively worked or followed a plan to

high profiles His new practice less than a year old, Carl Brizzi is involved in two of state’s highest-profile cases: He serves as lead defense attorney for Indiana Secretary of State Charlie White and represents Heather Goodrich, whose husband, Glenn, was killed in the Aug. 13 tragedy at the Indiana State Fair.

change or manage his own reputation. After more than eight years of experience dealing with the media and public perception, distinguishing the right moves from the wrong ones comes easily to him now. When he sees attorneys rush off their clients and avoid the media, for example, he envisions a different course of action.

“You can’t be a mole and bury yourself underground,” he said, adding that in some cases the best way to reverse public perception is to publicly own one’s mistakes. “One thing you’ll never hear me say is, ‘No comment.’ I don’t know why attorneys say, ‘No comment.’”

Brizzi said some things would have been done differently in White’s case, too, if he had been his original counsel. White hired Brizzi in August after firing his previous attorney.

“Would I have told him to shut up in a room full of reporters?

Absolutely not,” he said.

His second career under way, Brizzi said he sees himself as much more than a lawyer, bringing to the table of variety of skills and experiences. His first handful of clients were friends and acquaintances, but now he receives several inquiries a week from new and faces seeking the same -Jim Parham names assistance he’s provided to previous and existing clients. No one has sought his help solely for reputation assistance, but he said this is part of nearly every case he takes.

While the accused are presumed innocent in court, Brizzi said this is rarely the case in the court of public opinion. Regardless of the size of the case or the profiles of the persons involved, the public tends to assume guilt, with or without the necessary facts, Brizzi said. Making the wrong moves, he said, can have a devastating and lasting impact.

“It’s not difficult for people to get the wrong idea about you,” he said. “People are very quick to judge. I know this because I experienced it first-hand.”

“Carl’s been in the spotlight himself. He has a lot of experience with the media and that really helps a lot.

He’s got a lot of unique characteristics.”

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Riley patient honored in Carmel Current in Carmel Olivia Pierce was the guest of honor recently as family, friends and representatives from Riley Children’s Foundation gathered at White’s Ace Hardware and Garden Center in Carmel to bid “bon voyage” to the soon-to-be traveler. The ceremony helped celebrate the five-year-old cancer patient’s official involvement as Indiana’s Champion for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Pierce was recognized by Riley Children’s Foundation as well as Ace Hardware store owner Chris White, who presented Olivia’s family with a $150 in-store gift card.

Olivia Pierce, 5, with mother Shannon Photo by Kevin Kane

Four-star hotel planned for City Center parking facility on City CenBy Kevin Kane ter Drive. kevin@youarecurrent.com Pedcor Companies PresiPlanning is under way dent and CEO Bruce Cordfor a hotel to be built in the ingley said few details are heart of Carmel’s downtown concrete at this point, includdevelopment. ing the number of rooms Mayor Jim Brainard said Artist’s rendering in the hotel, how it will be designs for the hotel, initially funded and who will control dubbed The Georgian, are it. However, Brainard said is it likely the hotel still being finalized, though Brainard said it is will be managed by Pedcor. expected to be a four-star facility.

Brainard said he might discuss the hotel at The hotel is expected to be constructed his 15th State of the City Address, tomorrow at across the Monon Trail from The Center for the noon at the Monon Community Center.

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By Darla Kinney Scoles hopefully it gets them excited about editorial@youarecurrent.com science and overall learning.

The Carmel Planetarium and CIC: Youth seem to have an inCHS Astronomy Club will presnate interest in astronomy. How do ent “The Secret of the Cardboard you capitalize on that?

Rocket” Friday, at 7 and 8 p.m. This KT: I am very excited about asseason of night-sky shows marks the tronomy and I am also a passionate 12th year for Planetarium Director person, so I try to translate that into Keith Turner. Current in Carmel Turner enthusiasm and energy and drive to asked the veteran astronomer to stimulate an interest in astronomy and in learnshare his thoughts on his unique offering to ing. I tell students most will not go on to study Carmel students and local residents. astronomy, but the skills we practice -- thinking, CIC: Do you know how many such planobserving, asking good questions, applying the etariums exist in public schools in Indiana? math skills they have, pushing them to use of KT: More than you would think. There their skills to do better -- that will help students are about 20 in public schools in Indiana and no matter what they go on to study or do in life. over 50, total. Indiana has the second largest CIC: How often do you have public events? number of planetariums in the country behind KT: Once a month, September through May. Pennsylvania.

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By Brandie Bohney Recently, I’ve been noticing a disturbing trend about graduating. Not graduation numbers or percentages or qualifications or even the ceremony itself. No, I’m noticing a tremendous increase in the number of people who use the word graduate and its various forms incorrectly.

Many students have made a habit of saying, “When I graduate high school...” when what they mean is, “When I graduate from high school…”

When a person is receiving a degree or diploma, the verb graduate is intransitive (does not take an object) and nearly always requires a prepositional phrase to follow it: • Timothy graduated from high school.

• He graduated with high honors.

• Actually, he graduated at the top of his class.

Do you see the preposition from, with, and at? Those are there because the subject is the person graduating. On the other hand, if the subject is the high school, university, or other program from which students are graduating, graduate functions as a transitive verb (requires an object), and the preposition is no longer a necessity: • Blueberry High School graduated 532 seniors last year.

• Mackinally University graduates their students in style.

Notice the objects: 532 seniors and their students.

The definition of graduate is slightly different in each case: in the former, the subject is receiving a degree or diploma, and in the latter a degree or diploma is being bestowed by the subject. That’s why the usage changes: the transitive verb form indicates that the subject is acting upon the object. A person doesn’t bestow degrees or diplomas on institutions, so you can’t graduate high school or college. They graduate you.

You may have noticed, too, that the last example is a little awkward because graduates the verb is spelled (though not necessarily pronounced) exactly the same as the plural noun graduates. To avoid confusion, sometimes a reworded sentence works a little better: • Students of Mackinally University graduate in style.

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Center lands new sponsor COMMENTARY

By Frank Basile Over the next several weeks, I’ll have the honor of announcing several generous new partnerships at The Center for the Performing Arts. It’s all part of our ongoing work to reach out to our corporate neighbors in Central Indiana. I’m excited to share news of one of those partnerships today.

When you attend a performance, receive the center’s newsletter or send your child to an educational master class, you are benefitting from the generosity of the center’s many donors and sponsors.

Our corporate sponsors, much like our individual donors, give generously and believe wholeheartedly in the power of the arts.

One of our most generous partners has just solidified their long-term commitment with the center in a very big way. In late September, Krieg DeVault - a highly regarded Central Indiana law firm - chose to build on its relationship with the center. With a new multi-year agreement to support our annual Encore gala celebration, Krieg DeVault’s sponsorship becomes the center’s second-highest corporate gift to date. You will be hearing a lot more about the 2012 Encore in the

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weeks and months to come, but rest assured it will the next great celebration at the center - thanks to our friends at Krieg DeVault.

I marvel at the generosity and enthusiasm Krieg DeVault brings to the partnership. With a Meridian Corridor office, I’m delighted to know their resources will be utilized to connect more people with the programming and performances offered at The Center for the Performing Arts.

Building a stronger community is at the heart of all philanthropic and nonprofit endeavors. The combined efforts of individuals and organizations create a rich cultural environment. Many dedicated people are behind the excellence we are building at the center. And that’s the beauty of the Krieg DeVault partnership – a multitude of people are joining forces to accomplish new goals. As a brand new performing arts center, we are laying the groundwork for a generation of performers and arts patrons to mature together.

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By Lauren Brooks editorial@youarecurrent.com Two years ago, opening a restaurant seemed like a crazy idea for Michelle Miller and Magdalena Segovia. But the close friends turned their idea into a dream and that dream into a reality.

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Upon entering, patrons are instantly immersed in a comfortable, Sonata Cafe, Bar & Art is at 31 E. Main St. For more cozy atmosphere. The walls were lined information visit their website www.sonatacafebarart.com with artwork created by Segovia’s art students from her gallery across the street.

One of Sonata’s unique features is a walk-up cof“We wanted to create a restaurant where people fee window. Miller and Segovia decided to make it could come to eat for any occasion, not just special walk-up so their restaurant would still be authentic ones,” Segovia said. and unique. They also plan to have a family-oriented The two also explained how important it was that Sunday Tapas Brunch, as well as a two pair pasta their costumers have an exquisite dining experience, night on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. without burning a hole in their pockets. Sonata ofIt’s not difficult to see that Miller, Segovia and fers a variety of Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine, Hoyos are passionate about giving their customers and all of the dishes stay true to their authenticity. the best dining experience they can.

Sonata’s chef, 25-year-old Karla Hoyos, has had “We want to embrace the community and make cooking experience in Spain, Italy and France and them feel as though they deserve to eat here,” Miller even worked under Martin Berasategui, one of the said. “We are very proud of what we have to offer world’s most famous chefs. The restaurant also uses and want others to be just as excited as we are.” for its brews Italy’s preferred coffee beans, LaVazza.

Frank Basile is the interim president and CEO of The Center for the Performing Arts. E-mail him at fbasile@ thecenterfortheperformingarts.org.

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DISPATCHES » Featured artist exhibition – Detrás de la Máscara/Behind the Mask by Salvador Jimenez Flores is on display at the Churchman Fehsenfeld Gallery and Frank M. Basile Exhibition Hall now through Nov. 27 at The Indianapolis Art Center. In this series of works, Salvador has chosen to pay tribute to several immigrants who died pursuing the dream of migrating to the U.S. for a better life. “Instead of a traditional altar, I have created each of their altars as a personalized portrait using the same basic mask outline,” he said. » Marine-themed restaurant - The founder of Domino’s Pizza, Tom Monaghan, has announced that he’s opening a pair of militarythemed burger joints in Naples, Fla., with eyes to possible expansion if the first two are a success. Monaghan, a former Marine, is calling the restaurants Gyrene Burger, after a nickname for the corps. The restaurant will focus on delivery, courtesy of a staff decked out in camouflage.

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By Jocelyn Vare You can always count on Indiana’s network of 25 state parks to provide an ideal setting for outdoor recreation activities. State parks offer wellmaintained hiking trails, camping sites and picnic shelters. Although state parks have unique qualities, Spring Mill State Park in Mitchell and Falls of the Ohio State Park in Clarksville go beyond the definition of a typical state park.

Plan on two full days to enjoy the variety of family activities found at Spring Mill State Park.

The centerpiece of the park is a pioneer village with multiple historic structures to tour. During a weekend visit, you can watch corn being ground into corn meal inside a two-story mill. At this state park, you can also explore under the surface on a guided boat tour through Twin Caves.

For me, the most surprising of all Spring Mill State Park offering is an astronaut museum.

Hometown hero, astronaut Virgil “Gus” Grissom, was the second man in space in 1961.

Grissom’s space suit and one of the capsules he piloted are inside the newly-refurbished museum.

Spring Mill State Park is in Mitchell, south of Bloomington at Ind. 37, about a 1-1/2 hour drive from Indianapolis. Consider spending the night at Spring Mill State Park Inn, inside the park.

Indiana’s state park system is almost 100 years old but part of the Falls of the Ohio State Park is more than 390 million years old. The state park is in Clarksville, right on the banks of the Ohio River in southernmost Indiana, just north of Louisville.

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Spring Mill Pioneer Village the park. Visitors can explore one of the largest exposed Devonian fossil beds in the world. At the spectacular interpretive center overlooking the fossil beds, I learned more than 300 types of fossils have been found in the Falls of the Ohio State Park, a former ancient sea bottom.

More recent history can be experienced at the George Rogers Clark Home Site. A representation of General George Rogers Clark’s cabin is filled with items of the colonial era. Today, costumed interpreters greet visitors and exhibits tell the story of General Clark and the significance the cabin had in the Lewis & Clark expedition.

The George Rogers Clark Home Site is open during weekends in October. The website www. fallsoftheohio.org offers good alternate routes to reach the state park since the Sherman Minton (I-64) Bridge is currently closed.

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Beef Burgundy (Boeuf Bourguignonne) Ingredients: 2 to 3 lbs. good beef (like chuck steak) cubed, 1/4 cup EVOO, 10 or more small onions peeled, but whole, 1 tsp. kosher salt, 1 lb. fresh mushrooms, 1 bottle burgundy wine Prepare: Trim all the fat from the beef and then stir fry it in a large stew pot. Remove these pieces of fat with a slotted spoon and then add the cubed meat and oil. Brown this mixture for 20

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to 30 minutes. Add the salt and onions and then cover the mixture with the wine and simmer 30 minutes. Clean the mushrooms with a brush and then slice them into thin profile slices. Add these mushrooms to the mixture and then cover with the remainder of the wine. Simmer 30 minutes longer and then take one piece of beef and taste it. If it’s tender and full of that rich wine taste, it’s

done. If not cook longer.

Serving: Refrigerate this mixture overnight. Skim off the fat with a spoon. Take this mixture to the game and heat it slowly. Serve it in hefty bowls with French baguettes and Burgundy wine.

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A view of the pink solar lights placed on the IU Health North Hospital campus in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Members of the breast care team at IU Health North Hospital and others from the I.W.I.N. Foundation place pink solar lights near the emergency department entrance.

IU Health goes pink Beginning last week, IU Health North Hospital turned pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

In addition to using pink solar lights, the hospital also is using pink medical gloves throughout the month, serving pink desserts in Atrio and running pink water through the outdoor fountains.

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We’ll take them to previously homeless people who are getting a second start at independent living.

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DISPATCHES » Risks of anesthesia – Children who received general anesthesia repeatedly before the age of two had a doubling of their risk for learning disabilities at school age, according to a new study released last week.

In recent years, many animal studies have shown that the drugs hamper brain development when administered during sensitive growth periods, and a contentious human study published in 2009 – by many of the same researchers who conducted this new research – found an increased risk of learning disabilities for children who had anesthesia under the age of four.

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By Angela LaSalle M.D.

Is Vitamin D an emerging tool in the fight against breast cancer? In a recent study at the State University of New York, human breast cancer cells were treated with Vitamin D resulting in shrinkage and death of the abnormal cells. Vitamin D levels may also be predictive of more aggressive cancers with one study showing women with more aggressive cancer types being three times more likely to have low Vitamin D levels. Vitamin D does more than protect the breasts. Recently, a randomized controlled trial with 1100 IU/day Vitamin D3 plus 1450 mg/day calcium found a 77 percent reduction in all-cancer incidence.

One possible mechanism may be the VDR, or Vitamin D Receptor. The VDR is one of the regulators of gene transcription, and may work to turn on and off critical genes involved in the growth of tumor cells. Detoxification pathways also require Vitamin D and affect the breakdown of hormones, toxins and the production of neurotransmitters and fights inflammation.

Vitamin D also is protective against cancer recurrence. A study published in the Aug 2010 issue of Journal of Clinical Oncology

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Lack of sun exposure isn’t the only cause for low Vitamin D. Researchers have identified genetic variations in the Vitamin D receptors that can increase risk for breast, prostate, melanoma, bladder and colon cancers as well as other ailments such as diabetes, depression and auto-immune disease. Nutrition and sun exposure are important variables as is skin tone with darker skinned individuals having lower Vitamin D levels.

How do you know if you need more Vitamin D? The best way is for your doctor to order a blood test to check Vitamin D levels.

Though the laboratory range for a normal level is between 30 and 100, most experts suggest that a more optimal level is between 50-80 ng/ml to achieve the best cancer protective effect.

Angela LaSalle, M.D. practices integrative medicine with the Indiana Health Group in Carmel and is board certified in family medicine.

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DISPATCHES » New debit card fees – Bank of America will start charging a $5 monthly fee to consumers who use their debit cards early next year, joining a series of banks reacting to new federal regulations by imposing new costs for customers. Wells Fargo, Chase, SunTrust and Regions Bank also are launching debit card fees, either in certain states or system wide, and many others have cut rewards. But if you’re willing to shift your accounts to an online bank, you can still get debit rewards.

Ally Bank, for instance, pays both rewards and a decent interest rate on deposits.

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By Dena Shepherd Page Question from Rachel M. from Westfield: I work from home once or twice a week.

Are there any insurance issues I need to worry about?

Response from Dena Shepherd Page: If you have an ongoing arrangement which to work at home in any capacity, you will be considered a telecommuter. The special privilege of reduced commuting also brings some special insurance considerations in play.

Bringing your work home with you can have some unintended consequences. Most homeowner policies severely restrict or exclude coverage for business property. This is further complicated by the fact business property is usually pretty valuable. Business property could include anything your employer provides for you to work at home, including computers, printers, phone equipment and valuable paperwork.

Liability issues can also arise when you’re working from home. A typical homeowner policy will completely exclude business-related losses. A social guest slipping and falling is a common claim your homeowners policy will cover. Switch it around and make the guest a business guest and you can have liability issues for you and for your employer. Liability claims are never fun, but they’re a lot less fun when your homeowner policy excludes them.

Using your personal vehicle for job-related

activities, like making deliveries or client calls, can also cause some issues. Most personal auto policies exclude job-related use. Driving to and from work would not fall under job-related use. Some examples of job-related use would be: picking up a client at the airport, running to the store to restock the office vending machine, driving to and from client appointments.

Now that you have a better idea of what you should be worried about, you should take a minute to document what you do so your employer and your independent insurance agent can make sure you’re covered properly. Make note of the following: • What routine job duties do you perform in your home?

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Dinner anyone?

COMMENTARY

By David Cain What do you want for dinner? It’s a simple question with a powerful lesson. With two young food critics as my diners, it’s important to get a commitment before the fire on the stove lights up. I’ve found unequivocally when there is agreement before the meal is prepared; there is a greater likelihood of a clean plate when the sun sets on dinnertime. In contrast, when the meal is prepared without any input from the end users, it’s met with hit and miss success. No one likes to be greeted with, “Just eat it.”

It’s a funny lesson. I didn’t even realize it until I made the girls sweet potatoes and collard greens and they cleaned their plate. My other diners were impressed stating, “You must have really had to sell that.” The sale was asking for their help and getting their commitment to the meal. We reviewed what was available for us to make, I offered suggestions and discussed the pros and cons of each suggestion and we agreed on a meal plan. They contributed to the preparation and then cleaned their plate adding

comments like, “I could eat this for the rest of my life!” Not surprising guests were impressed when two toddlers clear out vegetables and add the accolades for the cook.

As I was receiving my praise for “selling” dinner, I reflected on the upfront commitment.

When people get the opportunity to be involved in the decisions, they are more likely to own the outcome. Obviously the same applies to other aspects of life, especially your career. Let people chime in and they are more likely to own the outcome. Serve up what you want, and you’ll always be the project lead. And as for what you sell, the same can be said. If you serve up only what you want, you are taking a chance. Ask people and make refinements based on their suggestions and there might just be a clean plate in your future.

When people get the opportunity to be involved in the decisions, they are more likely to own the outcome.

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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At The Stratford we don’t have to go outside to get to our grand dining room for a delicious, hot meal. We don’t have to drive anywhere to pick out a good read from our library. No one has to hit the sidewalk to travel to the wellness center for some exercise (ours is just down the hall in the clubhouse). We don’t even have to clean up after our parties because the amazing staff here does it for us.

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Champion – Sullivanʼs Steakhouse 2nd place tied with Bonefish Grill and Gingerʼs Café Thank you to all of our restaurants: Alanʼs Catering • Bonefish Grill • Eddie Merlotʼs • Gingerʼs Café Heartland Distillers and Mr. Gʼs Liquor • Heavenly Sweets Houlihanʼs • Kelties Restaurant & Catering with Hamilton Beverage Lake House Tavern • Melting Pot • Sullivanʼs Steakhouse • Sodexo TGI Fridayʼs • Union Jack Pub

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Bison, it’s what’s for dinner

By Robert Herrington robert@youarecurrent.com Those looking to try something new – or healthier – for dinner should consider visiting the newly opened Bison World for a variety of exotic meats, which are grass feed and locally-raised.

The store, which opened on Aug. 16, offers bison, beef, pork, venison, lamb and elk cuts.

Johnson Farms has been raising buffalo since 1999 and its farm has included camels, zebras, highlanders and other exotic animals. Bison World owner Art Johnson said he used to give his bison meat away or provided it to golf outings and charities before going into business. In February, Bison World became the local distributor in Indiana for Green B.E.A.N. Foods.

“We know where it comes from and how it’s been raised. We don’t add anything to our meats,” he said. “There is no processing on site.

We use a USGA certified site.”

Johnson said once people taste bison meat they tend to prefer it over beef. He added the meat also contains many health benefits including being the lowest meat in terms of fat, calories and cholesterol and is the highest in iron and second to salmon in Vitamin B12. When comparing similar sizes of bison and 95 percent lean beef, Johnson said the beef produces five tablespoons of grease when cooked to just half a teaspoon for the buffalo meat.

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allergens to man,” said Johnson. “It also has 33 percent more protein compared to beef so you eat less and are filled faster.”

In addition to the various meats, Bison World offers unique bison-related items like robes, leather jackets, mounted heads and even stuffed animals.

“Every part of the animal can be used. It’s an efficient creature,” Johnson said.

In the near future, Johnson plans to add a smokehouse and produce stand to the store.

“I hope we’re cooking meat and selling burgers next summer,” he said.

Bison World is at 20100 Ind. 37 North, Noblesville. The building began as a golf cart store in 1974 but has been vacant since 2008, before Johnson purchased and redesigned the location.

Bison World is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, visit www. bisonworld.org or call 214-1060.

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To the residents of Carmel, Republic Services would like to thank all of you who supported the trash ordinance and also for your patience while the details were worked out. Republic has serviced the City of Carmel for years and we value your loyalty.

I have talked with many of you recently and answered your questions regarding the ordinance and wanted to address some of the misinformation, rumors and gossip that are undermining the value of our services and the trash ordinance.

• Weekly trash and bi-weekly recycling is included in your services. You will be charged $8.82 per month and this fee will be included on your utility bill. If you opt out, you will not see this charge on your utility bill. You will have two carts delivered (one trash, one recycle) with the option for a third container (either trash or recyle).

Recycling pick up will be the same day as trash pick up.

• If you are a special needs customer, please let the City know because we do offer “special needs service”.

If you require this service, you will not be charged any more than the regular rate of $8.82.

• There will be a spring and fall clean up period (dates TBA) and 20 extra bags/bundles of yard waste is included for free each week.

• You will have the ability to suspend service for snowbirds or extended vacations of 30 days or more.

Contact the City to suspend service.

• Our recycling program is by far the best program in Central Indiana as we have the largest state-of-the art recycling facility. You do not sort the materials, just toss them into the provided recycling cart. We will take plastics #1-7, aluminum, tin, phone books, plastic grocery bags, magazines, newspapers, junk mail and office paper.

• By using Republic and the City supplied service you are ensuring the benefits of the program, like reduced truck traffic, not having multiple service days in your neighborhood, container uniformity and known rates for years to come.

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DISPATCHES » Choose the right frames – There are plenty of theories about how men should choose their eyeglasses based on their face shape, but most men don’t want to analyze 200 frames to find the perfect pair. A good rule to remember is that, if you have a round face, go with rectangular frames to add angular interest; if you have a narrow or angular face, go with round frames to soften your features.

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» Find your best color – The right blush shade gives you the same super-fresh glow that you rolled out of bed with when you were 18. When your cheeks have healthy color, your complexion looks more radiant.

Which shade will work magic on you? For olive skin, think warm — peach and copper — or bright. If you’re fair, your best bets are natural pinks ranging from pale to a rosy hue. And plum, cognac, and berry tones look gorgeous on dark skin. Whichever color you choose, make sure it’s shimmer-free; you didn’t have naturally sparkly cheeks as a teen, and you shouldn’t have them now, either.

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Warm it up

COMMENTARY Vicky Earley I drove in from sunny South Carolina last night only to discover the weather in Indiana had changed. Nooooooo!!!!!!! I am not ready!

Now we have a need for serious “warming up” and “cozying up” of spaces!

Cozy and warm are meant in both an emotional and physical sense. An inviting home is somewhere people want to put their feet up on an ottoman and stay, it’s a true comfort. A room armed with interlined window treatments, rich throws and a blazing fireplace is warmer and cozier.

Emotional comfort is experienced in a space is the right combination of color, texture, lighting, furniture and furniture placement.

While the interpretation of cozy can be quite individual, there are some elements that seem to be universal.

Furniture groupings foster a sense of togetherness. Furniture that is anchored to the walls engenders a feeling that the center of the room is just an open pit.

The area rug it typically the anchor for the grouping and the passage ways are around the back of the furniture and along the perimeter of the room.

Physical comfort plays a definite roll in “cozy”. Furniture that does not fit the body can break the feeling of safety and comfort. The height and size of a person and the dimensions

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of a chair or couch do make a difference.

Even if you don’t have a fireplace in your cozy space, add firelight! The flickering of candles on a coffee table reflects intimacy and warmth.

Throws can’t be too thick or too plentiful. A rich, Merino wool throw just invites one to curl up for a toasty evening.

The type of furniture says cozy, as well. I once had an oversized down-filled sofa that was slipcovered. It was probably the pure definition of cozy to me since it was genuinely comfortable and provided the depth for proper curling!

Natural and rustic materials often evoke a sense of comfort, whether that means aromatic scents in the air, leather lamps and wood accessories on tabletops.

Lighting has an emotional impact on the cozy factor, as well. Dimmers are the first step to warming up a space. Florescent and LED lighting tends to be cold so a bulb that offers warmer lighting is key.

You know that a room has achieved “cozy” when you feel the urge to sit down, slip off your shoes, and curl up for a long, long time!

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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Kitchen flooring sometimes on top of list REMODELING

By David Decker When our company is called to do a top-tobottom custom kitchen remodel, flooring is rarely the first thing considered; counters and cabinets are.

It is surprising how often homeowners, as a first step toward updating their kitchen, replace the flooring before they do anything else.

It’s easy to understand why.

Professionally installed flooring is an uncomplicated project. It doesn’t need to be terribly expensive, can be quickly put in, and makes a dramatic difference in appearance. By adding a refreshed paint scheme on the walls and cabinets, a kitchen can look entirely new.

As Joe Evans from our sales staff points out, “We rarely design an entire kitchen around the flooring because its cost is not nearly as impactful as the countertops and cabinets. Generally you’d start with the more impactful items and go from there.”

Flooring can be as expensive or inexpensive as the budget allows. Although kitchen flooring in older homes usually have dated color schemes, the flooring can also be worn out. Kitchen floors usually endure the heaviest traffic of anywhere in the home.

Advances in flooring have come along tre-

mendously in recent years providing many options not available in the past.

People have come to expect higher quality in their floors’ look and function. The old white 12”x12” tiles just don’t cut it.

What’s “in” are larger format tiles, like 18x18, 20x20 and 12x24 in a spectrum of materials, colors and textures. Kitchens have become larger and are integrated into adjacent open space – family rooms, breakfast nooks and sitting areas – we see a lot of people using wood for the whole main floor to link the rooms together and present a more connected and open space.

Putting the right finish on the floor can be a great place to start the transition to a whole new kitchen look.

David Decker is president of Affordable Kitchens and Bathrooms, based in Carmel (877-252-1420, www.affordablekandb.com). Have a home improvement question?

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‘Get outside and squeeze’ COMMENTARY

By Randy Sorrell Have you noticed…people everywhere seem to be desperate? Desperate to squeeze every last moment of outside enjoyment into our narrowing schedules. Summers painfully hot / dry routine seems to have exaggerated this growing annual ritual and suddenly we are aware that in just a few short months it will be too cold and dark to relax on the cushy patio furniture.

WALKABILITY The art of “cocooning” coupled with the increased “walkability” of our community has only served to fuel Americas’ fashionable love affair with outdoor living. Competing bike and hike trails and the proliferation of parks of all sorts are a stark contrast to life a brief decade ago. Especially in Carmel. Not convinced? Next sunny Friday or Saturday afternoon, take a stroll in the Carmel Arts District, SoBro or Mass Ave in Indy. Of course other cities have caught the buzz too. Fishers, Westfield and Noblesville are all fans of this Jeff Speck inspired termination of suburban sprawl.

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backyard moments. Will it be as comfy as gorgeous October evenings? Sorry.

But imagine how compelling your patio space could be with a cozy fire feature and inspiring night lighting system. From the simple to elaborate, these luxuries can create resort like gatherings.

Often, a minor adjustment can cause a big impact…a tipping point of sorts. That’s what fire and light can do. And if that’s not enough (and the budget allows) let’s build a lanais. Yep, there’s still time. These roof structures are great at capturing the warmth and creating destination. This confident structure, married with fire and light, can buy another 4 weeks of enjoyment on each side of winter.

Throw in a few episodes of House and Glee and suddenly the January / February stretch doesn’t seem too painful. Remember, there is always prayer.

Off with the TV. Get outside and squeeze.

Open a book and a bottle of wine. Fire up the grill, walk a trail and hug every possible morsel of joy before it’s time to hibernate.

Randy Sorrell is president of SURROUNDINGS by NatureWorks+, a Carmel home improvement firm.

He may be reached at 317-679-2565, randy@choosesurroundings.com or www.choosesurroundings.com.

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Laughable lawsuits

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By Dick Wolfsie Martin Kessman, a longtime fan of White Castle hamburgers, has sued the Columbus, Ohio–based chain for inadequate seating. After eating their food for 50 years, he is now too big to wedge himself into the booths in the dining area. This is shocking to me: I never knew White Castles had dining areas. Every morsel I have ever consumed from there was shoveled in my mouth after leaving the drive-thru.

Can Kessman win this lawsuit? White Castle attorneys say “fat chance,” which I think is the same as slim chance, but that wouldn’t fit as well in this case.

Recently, he slapped a lawsuit on the company that makes his Blackberry because he said his pudgy fingers prevented him from dialing his mother and instead he kept getting the local pizza chain. Hmmmm. Since filing the suit, Kessman has boycotted the fast food chain, telling reporters he has no recollection of setting foot in a White Castle in the past year. But he’s not totally sure; it’s been a while since he’s seen his feet.

Kessman also affirms when he did finally shoehorn himself into a booth, he slammed his knee into a metal table leg and doubled over in pain.

No one came to his assistance. After all, anyone who eats more than four belly bombers assumes a similar posture, so no one really noticed him.

Goofy lawsuits are not entirely new. Remember Johnny Carson’s claim against a portable

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by Ed McMahon, but the judge was not convinced, especially since the company’s slogan was: World’s Best Commodian. Vanna White once sued a cellular phone conglomerate after they ran a TV ad with a blond robot turning letters over on a game show set much like “Wheel of Fortune”. She won the suit and got a reported two million dollars.

Allen Heckard gets my vote for the most outrageous attempt to use our judicial system to make a quick buck. The Oregon resident is apparently a dead ringer for basketball super-star Michael Jordan and has tired of the persistent attention he attracts when he is out in public, so he’s suing Jordan for 800 million dollars. Can you blame him? It must be hard on a single guy like Allen to get the best table in a restaurant, fend off gorgeous chicks and have every sports nut in Portland buy you a beer.

If his lawsuit prevails I may have to consider a similar money-making scheme for myself. George Clooney better hope he has a very good lawyer.

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The perils of the new ketchup packets COMMENTARY

By Mike Redmond As further proof that there is no problem that cannot be solved by good old American (or, as is increasingly the case, outsourced) ingenuity, I give you: The new and improved Heinz ketchup packet.

I shall pause to allow you all a few minutes of rejoicing.

All done? Confetti cleaned up and party horns put away? Good. Now let’s get back to the story.

What we have now is a ketchup packet that works two ways: You can either open at the end for squeezing, or peel back the top for dipping.

Boy howdy. You have to love a condiment container that can multi-task.

(Actually, it looks a lot like the containers they hand out with an order of deep-fried reconstituted die-cut chicken scraps, also known as nuggets, but don’t tell Heinz. I wouldn’t want to rain on their parade.)

Now, you may be wondering why the world NEEDED a new ketchup packet. Glad you asked. It is the result of a three-year research project that determined that the old packet was the number one thing people struggled with while eating French fries in the car.

Which brings me to MY question: What are they doing eating fries with ketchup in the car?

I can understand driving down the road with a burger in your hand. I can even understand accompanying said burger with a serving of fries. But ketchup on the fries adds a dimension that takes it out of the realm of “side dish” and into that of “safety hazard.”

If you dump the ketchup on the fries, you wind up with soggy, ketchup-y fries that are going to leave your fingers all messy, which will

require you to search for a napkin, which will lead you to dig around in the bottom of the fast food bag, which will divert your attention, which will cause you to drive into a culvert. The only upside I can see will be the happiness you get from finding the bonus fries in the bottom of the bag just before the car goes into the ditch.

If you use the new packet and dip, you’re going to have to look at what you’re doing. After all, you don’t want to go dipping your fries into the ashtray. Your eyes will have to guide you fryholding fingers to the target, which means they are not going to be on the road. Again, culvert.

And no bonus fries this time.

This is madness. Think about how many scores of drivers are out there right this minute weaving back and forth across the center line because they want ketchup on their fries.

Which, of course, they often eat while talking on the phone and sending text messages. Also while driving.

So I’m not sure this new ketchup packet – marvel of engineering that it is – completely solves the problem, which is that people are lousy drivers to begin with and the last thing they need is a shiny new object to distract them further.

There you have it. We have scientifically proven that ketchup on French fries causes traffic disasters. My thinking is this: If you absolutely MUST have ketchup on your fries, you should probably skip the drive-through and just eat in the restaurant. It’s safer.

Unless, of course, you actually order one of the burgers, which is a disaster of another kind.

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Chances are, you don’t have any Plumbing Problems now but if you ever need a Plumber, call me! My name is “Mike”. My Work includes Repair and New Install: I am 24 years in the Profession, Licensed, Bonded, and Insured, Sure like to hear from you; Call me anytime 317-485-5449 or 317-728-9698

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Sales positions available in the Hamilton,Co. Territory paying $625 per week base pay plus bonuses and commission. Top Reps average over $2000 per week.

Pay checks issued weekly. Seeking positive minded individuals with energetic personalities, professional appearance and great people skills. Sales experience is helpful but not required. Company training is provided. For immeidiate interview call 317-564-4957 Mon-Fri 9am-9pm

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near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

Hiring door to door sales reps Guaranteed minimum of $800.00 Biweekly while in training Great Opportunity Excellent income Health ins., 401k, dental, vision, Life & disability offered Call 317-702-4001 Or Send resume to: lyle. kirtz@oberweis.com

(Nora) is seeking a full time secretary/file clerk. Must type 75 wpm and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Duties will include answering phones, file management, transcribing and general office tasks.

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GARAGE SALES ESTATE SALE - CARMEL 1624 Cool Creek Drive Oct 21st and 22nd 10 AM to 5 PM Treasurers of a Lifetime 7 1/2’ lighted Xmas Tree Crystal Plates, Cups, Glasses Mexican Flowers & Decorations Softie’s by Sylvia Dolls Hand knitted Throws, Quilts Stuffed Animals, Toys Baskets, Gold trimmed Plates

GARAGE SALE

Saturday, October 15 505 Birch St. Westfield 9a-2p Furniture, exercise equipment, clothing, household items

MOVING SALE

Sat. Oct. 15th ONLY 8am - 2pm 13400 W Golden Gate - off Shelbourne N of 131st Jenn-Air gas-line grill, refrigerator, sewing machine, dining room table, guitar, file cabinets, air hockey, twin bed set, glassware, holiday decorations, bike, & more!

Moving Sale

841 Liberty Drive Centennial in Westfield Saturday, October 15, 8a – 4p Furniture, lawn care items, tools, home décor

AUTO FOR SALE SATURN VUE 2004

$6,900 Contact via e-mail @ ccollins@actorstheatreofindiana.org

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Pediatric specialists who work tirelessly so everyone sleeps better.

Access to Indiana’s most experienced pediatric experts is closer than ever at Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health North Hospital.

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And absolute confidence that no matter what your child’s medical issue, we’ll do whatever it takes.

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