March 22, 2016

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Fall Creek Vet moves into expanded, upgraded new home / P8

INDOT awards contract for I-69, 106th interchange / P3

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City council honors Lawrence officer for heroics / P5

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INDOT awards contract for I-69, 106th interchange news@geistcurrent.com The Indiana Department of Transportation has given Walsh Construction the $21.7 million contract to build a new interchange roads at 106th Street and Interstate 69, where construction could begin in April.

According to INDOT, the City of Fishers and Hamilton Co. have partnered to contribute up to $12 million towards construction costs as a two-lane, oval-shaped roundabout will be built on 106th Street over I-69 with ramps to and from both directions of the interstate.

The existing 106th Street bridge over I-69 will be removed and replaced with a pair of two-lane bridges each carrying one direction of traffic. One bridge, carrying westbound traffic on the north side of 106th, will also accommodate pedestrians.

The direct access provided between 106th Street and I-69 will serve the area’s commercial and residential growth as the project aims to improve mobility and safety along the I-69 corridor in Fishers, while reducing congestion at the existing I-69 interchanges at 96th and 116th streets.

Those I-69 interchanges at 96th and 116th are not easily able to be expanded due to the right-of-way impacts in those more commercially developed areas. According to INDOT statistics, more than half the crashes that occurred at those interchanges in recent years were rear-end collisions and more than 75 percent of them took place during dry, daylight conditions, with high traffic volumes likely the primary cause.

An oval-shaped roundabout on 106th Street over Interstate 69 will aim to increase mobility and safety along the congested I-69 corridor in Fishers.

(Submitted renderings)

While 106th Street is closed, traffic will be detoured along Allisonville Road, 96th Street and Lantern Road.

While 106th Street is closed during construction, traffic will be detoured to 96th Street via Allisonville Road and Lantern Road. The new 106th Street interchange ramps and access across I-69 are expected to be open to traffic in November, while overall construction on the project could extend to June of 2017.

Card skimmer found at gas station news@geistcurrent.com The Fishers Police Dept. issued a crime watch alert March 11 after a credit card crime skimming device was found at an area gas station that morning.

An employee of the Shell gas station at 96th Street and North by Northeast Boulevard contacted the Fishers Police Dept. after finding the skimmer device, which copies customers’ card information as it’s swiped to pay, hidden inside one of the gas pumps.

Chief of Police George Kehl is reminding Fishers residents to pay extra attention when using their credit and debit cards at gas pumps and offered the following safety tips to keep in mind.

• The safest way to pay is by going inside.

• Look at the exterior of the pump before inserting your card and contact the cashier immediately if anything looks out of the

This credit card skimming device was found by an employee of the Shell gas station at 96th Street and North by Northeast Boulevard March 11. (Submitted photo)

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• Pay attention to your surroundings. It appears criminals may be sitting in a car nearby using a Bluetooth device to receive the stolen information. If you see a person that appears to be just parked in the area, please report it.

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Dispatches Citizen’s Police Academy – The Fishers Police Dept. is hosting its 30th Citizen’s Police Academy this spring. The 12-week “police style” training academy will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning March 30.

The academy is open to individuals 16 or older who reside in or are employed by the Hamilton Southeastern school district. Training topics include: crime prevention, neighborhood watch, bicycle patrol, traffic stops, weapons familiarization, self defense, and evidence collections. To apply, visit www.Fishers.in.us/ police or visit the Fishers Police Dept. at 4 Municipal Dr. by March 28.

Visitor restrictions at IU Health – As the number of flu cases increase, IU Health is taking added precautions to protect its patients, families, staff members and community from unnecessary exposure to influenza. Until further notice, the following restrictions are in place: no visitors with flu-like illness, fever or cough; only essential adults 18 or older are allowed; please limit friends and family members accompanying patients in waiting and reception areas.

Scholarship applications – OneZone – the result of the merger of the Carmel and Fishers Chambers of Commerce – is now accepting applications from graduating high school seniors for the Nancy Blondin Scholarship. Students must submit their application by May 1. Details about the scholarship and the application are available at www.OneZoneCommerce.com.

Library planning in progress – As its community partners from Launch Fishers transition to their new home, the Hamilton East Public Library is developing exciting plans for the now vacant lower level of the Fishers Library.

The Library has been working with library consulting firm Kimberly Bolan and Associates to rethink the available space and its potential use. The next step will include working with architects to make the vision a reality. Connect with the library online at www.hepl.lib. in.us to discover more.

Roadwork on SR 37 – E & B Paving Inc. will begin work on two sections of State Road 37 in Hamilton, Madison and Grant Counties in mid-April to patch and seal existing pavement. The two sections include the stretch between 146th Street and Allisonville Road and the stretch between SR 28 and SR 26. Specific work locations and schedules will be announced before work begins. All work on the project is expected to be complete in July.

Conner Prairie summer camps – Registration is open for summer day camps at Conner Prairie. Ten different weeks of Adventure Camp for youth ages 5 to 15 and five specialty camps for youth ages 8 to 12 will be offered this summer. For more information, or to register online, visit www.connerprairie.org. Registrations can also be made by calling 776-6000 or toll-free (800) 966-1836.

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HSEHS World Connections Club hosting International Night

By Sam Elliott • sam@youarecurrent.com Approximately 130 students representing nearly 30 countries will entertain, event educate and feed visitors to Hamilton Southeastern High School’s eighth annual International Night.

The event, hosted by HSEHS’ World Connections Club, begins at 7 p.m. March 25 in the Leonard Auditorium.

“We've been doing it awhile and it gets bigger and better every year and we have more people come and participate,” HSEHS Spanish teacher and club leader Vicki Lazaga said.

The first half of the evening will see students take the stage to perform different cultural acts from their native countries.

“Kids will sing, dance, play musical instruments. We’ve had tae kwon do. This year one girl is going to do some Russian gymnastics — it’s just a wide variety of performing arts and talent,” Lazaga said. “From there, we move to the cafeteria where students and their families and people from the community will set up tables that will have all kind of memorabilia, maps and food from their country, and

Students from the World Connections Club at HSEHS display information about and share food from India during last year’s International Night event. (Submitted photo)

it's like a little international festival.”

Proceeds raised from the event will be donated to Matanya’s Hope, a charity organization which benefits children in Kenya.

“We've donated money to them, and we've collected shoes and backpacks to help them in the past,” Lazaga said. “One of our students has a relative that's connected with that organization.”

Tickets to International Night are $4 in advance and available at HSEHS and $5 at the door. For more, contact Lazaga at vlazaga@ hse.k12.in.us.

Frank to perform at various restaurants

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Travis Frank is no novice when it comes to performing, but usually he has events his dad, Kelly, by his side. The Fishers father son-duo went on tour for two years and performed all over the nation, including Tennessee and Florida, and released their Christian rock album “Come Close to Me” in 2013.

Now Kelly is taking a step back to let Travis take the reins on his own pursuit of music.

“Travis picked up guitar around age 11 and got really serious at 13 and started writing his own music at 14,” Kelly Frank said. “I realized he was much better at guitar than I was, so I needed to encourage him to pursue his dream.

We started doing more and more of Travis’s songs, so I’m trying to get him launched. He’s doing his own thing every week and I’m trying to be more supportive.”

Throughout March, Travis will be performing solo acoustic gigs at the South of Chicago Pizza restaurants in Noblesville and Fishers.

He is also experimenting with electronic

Travis Frank has recently branched off from the father-son duo, Kelly and Travis Frank, to pursue a solo acoustic and EDM career.

(Submitted photo)

dance music in his spare time.

“I’m trying to get a local fan base started,” the 2012 Fishers High School graduate said.

“What I like about it is the interaction with the crowd. It’s fun to give people that happiness through music.”

Travis performs a mix of covers from The Beatles to today’s top-40 hits and includes some of his own music as well. Wednesdays he performs at the Noblesville location, 56 South Ninth St., and Thursdays he performs at Fishers, 13578 East 131st St. His gigs last from 6-9 p.m. and are free to attend.

For more, visit travisfrankmusic.com or kellyandtravisfrank.com.

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Lawrence Police Dept. officer Dustin VanTreese was honored by City Councilor Sherron Freeman as the Lawrence City Council passed a resolution March 7 commending him for his heroic actions saving a teen from a partially frozen pond Jan. 30. (Photo by Sam Elliott)

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ice into the chilling water of a retention pond south of Harrison Community Park, just north of Bob Drive at approximately 4 The Lawrence City Council passed a p.m. that afternoon. Officer VanTreese raced resolution March 7 recognition to the scene, ran into the pond and recued Lawrence VISIT US INcommending ALL OUR FINE NEIGHBORHOODS the boy from the freezing water.

Police Dept. officer City Councilor Sherron Freeman, who was Dustin VanTreese as a hero and expressing doing a ride-along with officer VanTreese at its appreciation for the life-saving efforts he the time, read from the resolution honoring made while on duty Jan. 30. him.

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March 22, 2016

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Game Day scores big for HSE schools news@geistcurrent.com A sold-out crowd at the Hamilton Southeastern Schools Foundation’s fourth annual Game Day fundraiser fundraiser event brought in a record total for the district’s schools.

This year’s signature fundraising event for the HSE Schools Foundation was Feb. 26 at Conner Prairie. Food, drinks, a well-stocked silent auction and the opportunity to meet Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman and HSEHS alum Joe Rietz were among the evening’s entertainment.

The event nearly doubled its fundraising efforts from a year ago.

“We expect to net just over $81,000 after expenses, which we believe will allow funding about 85 percent of the teacher grants that were submitted,” school board member and liaison to the Foundation Howard Stevenson said. “Those grants will be announced and the recipients recognized at the March 23 board meeting.”

Fishers seventh grader third in spelling bee

The HSE Schools Foundation’s fourth annual Game Day fundraiser resulted in more than $100,000 raised, which will be used to fund grants to district faculty looking to bring innovative programs and ideas into classrooms.

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The grants will be awarded to district faculty who applied to the Foundation for funding to bring new, interesting and unique educational programs and ideas into classrooms.

Fishers resident and Enman Schools seventh grader Iman Masood, left, finished in third place at the Hamilton Co. Spelling Bee March 8 at 502 E. Event Centre in Carmel. The contest lasted 32 rounds before Creekside Middle School seventh grader Ashwin Prasad, center, won the event, and after two more rounds Highlands Latin eighth grader Dominic Solomito, right, came in second. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)

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RJHS student qualifies for state geography bee news@geistcurrent.com Riverside Junior High School eighth grader Amelia Stahl recently won the school’s geography bee competition achievement and has tested for and qualified as a semifinalist for the 2016 Indiana National Geographic State Bee. The contest will be April 1 at IUPUI and is the second lever of the National Geographic Bee competition, now in its 28th year. The

state bees invite up to 100 students, who will compete to represent their state at the National Geographic Bee Championship in Washington, DC, in May. Amelia, 14, is involved in the National Junior Honor Society and is on the academic team at Riverside JuStahl nior High. She is the daughter of Patricia and Anthony Rettig of Fishers and Daniel and Debi Stahl of Bascom, Ohio.

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Student Design Challenge – Hamilton Co. Area Neighborhood Development and the Hamilton County Leadership Academy have partnered to sponsor the Student Design Challenge for high school students. Entrants will create content to raise awareness of lack of affordable housing in the county. Deadline is April 15. Contest rules are available at www.HandIncorporated.org.

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Fall Creek Vet moves into expanded, upgraded new home

By Sam Elliott • sam@youarecurrent.com Dr. Jerry Risser described his practice’s move into its new and improved, expanded Mccover story Cordsville location like only a veterinarian can.

“It was an elephant-like gestation to get here,” he said.

“It took a long while, but now that the casts have come off, it’s a whole lot nicer. We loved the location we were at before, it was a great location for us, but we were just like sardines in a can there.”

Fall Creek Veterinary Medical Center celebrated the grand opening of its new location — at 9667 Geist Crossing Dr. in McCordsville, directly behind the strip mall that housed its previous location — with a ribbon-cutting March 11.

The new facility has more than tripled the practice’s space, as it used to operate in a 1,968-square-foot location, but now has 6,800 square feet to work with.

“We were really limited by our facility where we had two exam rooms. We couldn’t see patients the way we wanted to, and now we’ve gone from two to five (exam rooms), and we’ve got more space for inpatients, more space for grooming, and it’s just given us a chance to kind of take the practice we had and just be able to do it in a way that gives us space to grow,” Risser said. “It really is largely just taking the practice that was constrained by space and letting us be able to stretch our legs here.”

Dr. Risser opened the practice in 2007 and Dr. Aaron Luth joined him in 2014. They and their staff of approximately 15 will now be able to see more patients simultaneously as the expanded new facility includes five exam rooms, a surgery room, X-ray-equipped room and waiting areas for families.

“As opposed to telling people, if we needed to squeeze something in, ‘We really don’t have the space to put you, we may just need to have you wait for a while,’ now we can work it in, and we’ve got a room for them to be in,” Risser said. “We can be a lot more efficient. Our efficiency will go way up, and we can be doing multiple things at the same time.”

The Fall Creek staff began really feeling the need for ex-

Dr. Jerry Risser cuts a ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of the new Fall Creek Veterinary Medical Center in McCordsville. (Photos by Sam Elliott)

The new Fall Creek Veterinary Medical Center is located behind the practice’s previous location, at 9667 Geist Crossing Dr. in McCordsville.

Dr. Aaron Luth performs a dental procedure on a visiting pup at the new Fall Creek Veterinary Medical Center.

The new 6,800-square-feet facility includes an expanded front desk and reception area.

pansion about two years ago, Risser said, and the site for their new building happened to become available right as another potential location fell through.

“It kind of fell into our lap right at the time we needed it,” he said.

Peterson Architecture, Elements Engineering and CF Jones Construction worked on the new facility, which includes a second floor solely for office space — a vast improvement over the practice’s previous location.

“I shared an office with our business manager, and it was a former closet. We would have to store boxes in there, too, like old records and things like that,” Risser

said. “I had a desk that fit a computer and some pens. We couldn’t close the door because the laundry kept filling up in the way of the door, too.”

Now Risser, Luth and the rest of the staff have more room in which to operate, but they still want to keep their small-practice vibe.

“We’ve worked really hard to get a culture for this practice that we like of being kind of the family doctor for your pets,” Risser said. “Our goal is to be a small practice in a bigger space, where we have more space and can be more efficient with it, but I like the fact that we are still small and I want to keep that feel.”

Fall Creek Veterinary Medical Center New address: 9667 Geist Crossing Dr., McCordsville Old location size: 1,968 square feet New location size: 6,800 square feet Old location exam rooms: Two New location exam rooms: Five

Dr. Jerry Risser

Education: Bachelors and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees from Texas A&M University, Master of Arts in Bioethics from Trinity International University Family: Wife, Rebecca, son, Jameson, 11, daughters, Laine, 11, and Lydia, 10, dogs, Kelsey and Pippa

Dr. AARON LUTH

Education: Bachelor of Science degree from Bradley University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Purdue Family: dogs, Tess and Kallie

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‘Follow us, or keep quiet’

It would be an over-generalization to state here that all liberals hate the right to exercise free speech. We happen to believe, though, that many do, and what follows is the latest example … aside from the Trump-related throwdowns.

California State University Los Angeles President William Covino recently abruptly canceled a speech by conservative author and advocate Ben Shapiro. The speech was titled, “When Diversity Becomes A Problem.” According to reports, twice it was approved by the student budget board and was sponsored by the conservative student group, Young America’s Foundation. But liberal groups aggressively protested Shapiro’s pending appearance and one professor threatened to wrestle conservative students who supported the event. That, right there, is big, highereducation thinking. Covino sent an email to YAF saying it would be best to reschedule Shapiro for another time as part of a panel offering different viewpoints on the topic. Liberal-focused speeches, including “Exploring Whiteness” and “Do Muslim Women Really need Freedom?” went on as scheduled. How much closer to fascism can this campus leader get? Plain and simple: Shapiro was denied his right to free speech.

We have a new slogan for Cal State-LA: “Where you are free to speak your mind – as long as it meets with our agenda.” Of course, the mostly liberal mainstream media made zero stink about this. Heck, even comedians get it. Jerry Seinfeld said last year he avoids the politically correct college campuses at all costs, and the same goes for Larry the Cable Guy and Chris Rock. Sad but true, and we’ve come to expect the kind of behavior shown at Cal State-LA, and you should, too. It’s not where we’re headed as a nation, it’s where we are.

Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@youarecurrent.com.

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Adopting a future

Commentary by Terry Anker

Some families know adoption. Sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews – all can trace their blood lines to a terminus other than their own. Our own family is one of them. Who we are and where we come from can be a bit more complicated for some of us than others. Moreover, some of us care, a lot – really, a lot, unable to sleep, obsession, a lot – while others of us dismiss the whole affair as if the past is as irrelevant as 1950s morals at a Kardashian family reunion.

“Long Lost Family” on cable television undertakes to unearth the buried past of exploring adoptees. It films the search of adults seeking their own now, even more adult, progenitors. The “birth parents” may or may not be friendly to being “discovered” by their biological children. With the passage of time (one would hope), perspectives have matured and folks are better prepared to reconcile their own complicated pasts.

The stories are varied, but all are emotional.

How is it that we define who we are?

Some is by what we do. Some is by where we spend our time. Some is by how we live.

Yet context cannot complete the picture.

There is more to the portrait. Who do we believe we are? Certainly, what others think matters; but it is our own perception that colors the scene.

What is our story? What is our past? Can our history help predict our future? Adopted or not, what do we really know about our history? Can we adopt a future? Some of us are completely disinterested in anything in the rear view mirror; while others cannot move forward without full knowledge. How can we get to our destination if we don’t know where we are? Perhaps, we each decide our own story – if not the text, then certainly the interpretation.

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

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So here is the rundown on the current situation at Chez Wilson. Our kitchen is completely gutted. We have humor no cabinets, no oven and no stovetop. A thick layer of drywall dust coats the entire first floor.

I’ve come home the last three days to find the dog, who appears to somehow have broken her tail, eating trash under the makeshift dining room table. Doo and I argue nightly over light fixtures, our latchkey children are living off of dry cereal and canned pasta, and the one break I get from dealing with the catastrophe of our house – jogging – consistently results in me peeing my pants. (Seriously, how does one hydrate efficiently without needing a Depends?) Let me also point out that I gave up not only my beloved Diet Crack but all soda for Lent. At least Jesus knows I’m taking my sacrifices very seriously this year.

And yet, life is good. The kids complain about the lack of home-cooking, but seem excited about the renovations. Doo and I waste hours debating the virtues of pendant lighting versus wagon-wheel chandeliers but have had many quality dates at Home Depot. Our pets are taking advantage of doors left open, food left on the ground and the perpetual mud baths created as we drive through the yard every morning to navigate a narrow driveway with three cars since our garage has been converted into a temporary U-StoreIt unit. Yes, this past week has been every bit annoying as that last run-on sentence!

How long can our sanity last? Who knows, but I’m proud of our stick-togetherness so far. We may all stroke out by the end of the month from the number of high sodium frozen foods we’re ingesting, and I might off Doo in his sleep if he continues to insist on wainscoting instead of beadboard, but with spring clearly on her glorious way in, the outlook is positive.

There’s definitely a light and a case of Diet Coke at the end of this remodel tunnel. If only I could do something about the stupid incontinence. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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HSE needs referendum support Editor, On May 3, you have the opportunity to maintain the high standards of our school district by voting “YES” on the HSE Schools referendum. We cannot continue to invest in the future of our 21,000 students without your help.

With the dollars generated from this new referendum, HSE Schools will be able to reduce class sizes, attract and keep quality teachers and better prepare our students for their future. As a former teacher, I can speak to the difference even a few less children in a classroom can make in the time and energy a teacher has to focus on your children’s education. And if we don’t address our salary schedule, we have and will continue to risk losing quality teachers that you and your children have come to expect.

Having served for 20 years on the HSE School Board, I can speak to the tireless efforts of our board and administration to reduce the school district’s budget. We have frozen salaries, cut supplies and outsourced services all in an effort to save money with-

out sacrificing quality. We have even utilized energy audits, saving approximately $1 million per year.

Our fiscal discipline has allowed us to avoid laying off teachers, but we have not been able to hire desperately needed new teachers to keep up with our growing student population. Our administrator to pupil ratio is nearly the lowest in the state.

Our cuts have required an increased reliance on our parents, PTOs and Foundation to pay for essentials. The cuts have been deep and have hurt. But for all our belt-tightening, we still are facing a shortfall and must stop the financial hemorrhaging if we are to maintain the health of our district.

If you have further questions as to other measures the board has taken to cut costs, please feel free to contact me at kharmer@ hse.k12.in.us.

For the full version of this letter, visit currentinfishers.com Karen Harmer HSE School Board President

Homeland security Commentary by Dick Wolfsie I was watching “House of Cards” one afternoon and suddenly the TV’s sound went off. I got out the cable manual. Every humor troubleshooting guide begins with the assumption you are clueless.

1. Does your house have power?

2. Is your unit plugged in?

3. Is the switch in the ON position?

4. Are you taking all your meds?

I called the 800 number and explained the problem I was having. Dennis, their rep, required my PIN number, but I couldn’t remember it.

“In that case, I have to ask you a security question you chose. Who is your favorite movie actor?”

I was drawing a blank.

“Could we use my wife’s maiden name, instead? How about my favorite superhero?

Come on, work with me here.”

Wait, maybe it was Mary Ellen who answered the security question. I called her on my cell phone.

My wife was in an important meeting, but I was desperate. “Could you interrupt her?” I pleaded with the receptionist. “Please ask her

who her favorite actor is.”

Apparently, Mary Ellen didn’t believe I would bother her at work for something that stupid.

“That can’t possibly be my husband,” she told the secretary. “Ask him the name of his first pet. It’s Slowpoke.”

Well, I blew that question, too. I answered Bosco, who was my first dog. I forgot about that silly turtle I got when I was 4.

Then I remembered writing the PIN number on the back of the TV. Dennis did some kind of reset and soon the audio returned. But it was driving me crazy that I couldn’t remember who my favorite actor was, so I asked Dennis to tell me who I had picked.

“Oh, I can’t tell you that, sir. That would be a breach of security.”

“Wait a second, you’re not allowed to tell me who my favorite actor is? That’s crazy.”

“Well, I suppose I can, but first I need to ask you a few security questions…”

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Gregory Hancock’s ‘SUPERHERO’ to return

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com For the third year, Gregory Hancock’s “SUPERHERO: the story of a man called Jesus” will be returning to theater the Tarkington in Carmel.

“It’s becoming this annual tradition, audiences have asked for that, they like this production and want it to be an annual Easter holiday tradition,” said Hancock, the director of the show. “We are doing that; this is the sixth time we’ve presented it.”

The first three times the dance performance took place was at Pike Performing Arts Center, until Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre moved to 329 Gradle Dr., Carmel.

The dancers tell the story of the last week of Jesus’s life without any vocals.

“It is a contemporary retelling of that using modern music and contemporary music and I focus on the women in Jesus’s life, his mother and Mary Magdalen and the woman he meets at the well and the woman who wipes his face while carrying the cross,” Hancock said. “I think it is an interesting aspect that hasn’t been looked at as much and women were really important to him.”

Jesus’s relationship with Judas Iscariot is also portrayed. Hancock said the concert starts off with a rock feel and then arcs into more classical music throughout the performance.

“It focuses on Jesus as man more than as a god or savior, just more of a human and focuses on his struggles and having to come to terms with his fate and his destiny as a human being,” Hancock said. “These performances are starting to get a really big audience, church groups are becoming more interested in it. I don’t think you have to be of any particular faith to enjoy the show, it’s an interesting story and it’s a human struggle story.”

The dancers have to tell the story with just their bodies and their motion, and Hancock said they have to be actors as well as dancers to pull off the performance. James Gilmer of Cincinnati, Ohio will play the character of Jesus for his second year.

“James’s interpretation of Jesus is very different, his look is very different than

Dave Dugan performs in Fishers – Comedian Dave Dugan will performs the final area show of his Winter Comedy Tour (“Sleight of Hand, Slight of Mind”) at 8:30 p.m., March 26 inside Britton Hall located in the Pinheads Entertainment Complex. Also, joining Dugan Dave will be the very funny John Branyan. Doors open for food and drinks at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $12 at the door. For more information, call 773-9988.

Free admission to Annual Circus Day – Visitors can step right up to see several live performances and take part in family activities when the Indiana Historical Society hosts its 15th annual Circus Day celebration on March 26. IHS will offer free admission to the event, as well as the ‘Indiana Experience,’ from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, at 450 W. Ohio St. in downtown Indianapolis. For more, visit indianahistory.org.

Comic Art – From now until April 8, Monday-Friday, the Comic Art will be on display at Fishers City Hall, 1 Municipal Dr., Fishers. The display feature local comic book artists. Opening reception will be 6-9 p.m. March 25.

The crucifixion scene during the last week of Jesus’ life is performed. (Submitted photo)

how Jesus was perceived, but that’s the beauty of doing a repertoire piece year after year is seeing different dancers or actors in those roles,” Hancock said. “I like the difference that James brings and the uniqueness that he brings to his interpretation of Jesus, that’s a pretty daunting role to tackle. He’s a beautiful dancer.”

Hancock said the audience often times gets very emotional, and experiences a large range of emotions.

“There’s a big arc, the performance is incredibly sad at one point and then incredibly uplifting a few moments later. We go through the resurrection and the crucifixion,” Hancock said. “Some scenes are very sad, very emotional but then it’s very uplifting and it’s light and beautiful at the end.”

Hancock said that the modern, rock feel of music at the beginning of the perfor-

mance takes people aback at first, but that the feeling gets lost the longer the performance goes on.

“It’s not just about Christianity,” he said, although the two performances do take place over Easter weekend. “People of all faiths can enjoy the beautiful dancing and music.”

see the show What: “SUPERHERO: the story of a man called Jesus” Where: The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts, 3 Center Green, Carmel.

When: March 25 and March 26 at 7 p.m.

Tickets: $38.50 for adults, $33.50 for students and seniors. Purchase tickets at www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org, or call 843-3800.

Carmel Symphony League to host Annual Spring Luncheon – The Carmel Symphony League will host the Annual Spring Luncheon April 12 at the Ritz Charles in Carmel. Social hour will begin at 11 a.m. with the luncheon beginning promptly at 11:45 a.m.

Proceeds of the momentous occasion will benefit the CSO Education Program, which works to foster the musical talent of our local young artists. Appearances by special musical guests will highlight luncheon with silent auction items on display as well. Featured silent auction bid item includes a dinner with the Carmel Symphony Orchestra Maestro, David Bowden.

RSVP by April 5 to info@carmelsymphony.org.

Antiques Road Show – Antiques Roadshow, PBS’s most-watched ongoing series and a production of WGBH Boston, visits Indianapolis as part of a sixcity 2016 summer tour. Roadshow and WFYI will host an all-day appraisal event on July 9. To enter the drawing for free tickets to the Indianapolis Antiques Roadshow event and to see complete application rules, go to pbs.org/roadshowtickets. For more information you may also call toll-free 888-762-3749. Deadline for applications is April 28 at 11:59pm PST. The BrewsLine – In celebration of Indiana’s Bicentennial, ride The BrewsLine to sample local craft brews and hear the stories of their historic ties. Breweries stops include Deer Creek Brewery, Deviate Brewing, Grand Junction Brewing Company, Heady Hollow Brewing Company and Sun King Fishers Tap Room and Small Batch Brewery. Visit brewsline.checkfront. com/reserve to make reservations. Tag your Bicentennial Beer photos with #HCbrews16! This brew tour will be on Sundays until May 22.

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The night was amazing and included delicious food prepared by award-winning chef Peter Fulgenzi, music from the Abel Family Quartet and the opportunity to tour the home, complete with an interior golf simulation, home theater, stateof-the-art kitchens, children play areas and tons more. The Home of Distinction tour in Carmel was very successful, and it’s still not too late to donate or learn more on ways to help others in need. For more, contact Terry Miller at northgiving@iuhealth.org.

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Choco and peanut butter toast Commentary by Ceci Martinez

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A real choco and peanut butter toast is a heavenly reward snack for those late night soccer practices or for a college student’s midnight treat. This yummy and healthy recipe is a breeze to prepare!

Note: Feeling the blues? There is evidence that chocolate makes us happier. Research scientists have isolated the chemical in chocolate that makes us feel good. Tryptophan is what the brain uses to make the neurotransmitter serotonin. High levels of serotonin can produce feelings of elation.

Serves: 8 Prep and cook time: 15 minutes Ingredients: • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate morsels • 8 slices thin white bread • 6 tablespoons Trader’s Joe’s organic peanut butter (buy PB with no added oils, sugars and salt) • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened • 1/2 tablespoon sugar Directions: Preheat oven to 375F. Melt the chocolate in the microwave. Spread four slices of bread evenly with peanut butter and the remaining four slices evenly with melted

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chocolate. Sandwich the slices together. Butter the outside of bread and sprinkle lightly with sugar. Arrange sandwiches on a baking sheet, and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for few minutes. Cut each sandwich into triangles. Serve warm with a cold glass of milk.

Ceci Martinez is a Zionsville resident who was born in New York and raised in Peru. For more of Ceci’s recipes, visit currentzionsville.com.

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By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com After one semester at Indiana University, Travis Frank realized he was itchmusic ing to get started on his music career. So he left school to make his musical career a full-time pursuit.

“I’m doing what I love,” said Travis, a 2012 Fishers High School graduate.

His album, which includes 18 tracks, will be released April 14, his 22nd birthday.

“It will be pop, EDM (Electronic Dance Music) and hip hop. I’m looking to put Frank together an acoustic EP as well, maybe four-to-seven tracks,” he said.

Travis is the oldest of nine children of Fishers resident Kelly and Tracy Frank. The youngest is 1 year old.

“I play everything from classic hits of the ’60s to top 40 hits of today,” Travis said. “I try to cover a spectrum so everyone has one or two songs they really like.”

Travis is playing free acoustic sets from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at South of Chicago

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Travis (left) and Kelly Frank performing at a local show. Travis is the youngest of Kelly’s nine children. (Submitted photo)

Pizza, 56 S. 9th St. in Noblesville, and on Thursdays, he performs at the Fishers location, 13578 E. 131st St. “This is good because it gets my name out there,” Travis said. “Toward the summer, I’ll be getting a lot more patio shows and stuff like that. My goal for the summer is playing these gigs around town.”

Kelly and Travis also play together with a band.

“We play ’80s hairband Christian rock, and he has acoustic and electric dance music,” said Kelly, who owns Creative Approach Realty. “Depending what the venue is, we’ll do churches, we’ll do bars, and he can do it with himself or a full band.”

Kelly said Travis’ love of music was established early. Kelly and Tracy toured in a Christian rock band when Travis was an infant.

“Ever since Travis has been old enough to crawl, he’s been playing,” Kelly said.

Kelly said the driving focus now is to get Travis’ solo career launched, but they will do some full band performances in the summer.

Travis is represented by Blonde Entertainment. Travis and Kelly also act and model and are represented by Helen Wells Agency.

They have appeared on the NBC show “Parks and Recreation” when it filmed in Indianapolis. Both portrayed gladiators during Madonna’s Super Bowl halftime show and perform in commercials.

For more, visit travisfrankmusic.com or kellyandtravisfrank.com.

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‘Tis the allergy season Commentary by Tammy Wittmann Allergy season has hit. If you are anything like me, this time of year can really be frustrating. One of the main areas eyecare affected is our eyes. Itchy, red, watery eyes are the telltale signs of ocular allergies but can sometimes be symptoms of other ocular infections. It’s important to have your eyes checked by your eye doctor if you are having these symptoms to rule out more serious infections. Also, keep in mind that watery eyes alone are not necessarily allergy eyes. And you can also have allergic conjunctivitis and not experience any other allergy symptoms like sneezing and rhinitis (hay fever).

It’s important to note that the oral medications you may be taking for your systemic symptoms do little to nothing for ocular allergies. Some of the prescription nasal sprays will help but the most effective treatment for ocular allergies is an eye drop. There are some over-the-counter drops that work well, but you want to steer clear of any of the “get the red out” drops. Also, stay away from gener-

ics in this case as well. Generics can have more preservative in them because they are not regulated by the FDA. More preservatives mean less active ingredient and more irritation for the ocular tissues. The most effective treatments however are prescription eye drops.

Contact lens wearers may not realize they have ocular allergies but have symptoms such as decreased contact lens comfort and shorter wearing time. Also, contact lenses may have more deposits on them causing temporary decreased vision. Some contact lens wearers have to switch to a daily disposable lens during allergy season as well.

It is always best to have any ocular problem evaluated by your eye doctor to differentiate between allergic, viral or bacterial conjunctivitis as well as dry eye, since the treatments for each vary.

Dr. Tammy Wittmann, O.D., practices at Wittmann 20/20 Family Eye Center at 2792 E. 146th St., Carmel. For more information, visit www.wittmann2020.com or call 843-2020.

Spring into fitness Commentary by Kara Babcock, an ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor Spring is finally here. It’s time to get outside and enjoy the sun with exercise your little ones!

Here are some great suggestions on activities, places and exercises,which you can do with your little ones outside this spring!

Walking-Stroller lunges Stand behind your stroller with your hands on the handlebar shoulder-width apart. Lunge forward with one leg, pushing the stroller out in front of you. Your knee should be directly above your ankle and your thigh parallel to the ground. Return to the standing position and lunge with the other leg.

Kiss the baby push-ups Find a bench and park your baby's stroller safely against the bench with the brake in place. Facing your baby/stroller, place your arms shoulder-width apart on it. Keeping back and abdominals strong, lower your chest to the bench, and then press back to the starting position. Keep your body in a straight line.

As you are lowering your body, give your little one a quick little smooch or peek-a-boo for some giggles!

Walking-stroller lunges are a great way to work time with your baby into your fitness regimen.

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Peek-a-boo Squats Stand behind your stroller with your hands on the handlebar shoulder-width apart. With your feet and knees forward, squat down as if sitting on a chair, keeping your weight in your heels and your knees directly above your ankles. (Be careful not to put weight on the stroller; you don't want it to tip.) Squeeze your rear end and return to the starting position.

As you squat down in front of your baby, play a fun game of peek-a-boo so you can hear their adorable baby belly laughs!

Baby Boot Camp-Carmel, Noblesville & Fishers has classes at St.Vincent Fishers Hospital and The Fashion Mall. Your first class is always free. Register at www.babybootcamp. com or email kara.babcock@babybootcamp. com.

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Fishers’ Osborn named GreenTree executive director sisted Living in the past, so I’m very excited to be helping with another one of their communities,” Osborn said in a release.

Fishers resident M’Chellin Osborn has In her new role, Osborn is responsible for been hired as the executive business director of GreenTree Asthe day-to-day operations of the 82-unit assisted living facility and ensuring each sisted Living in West of its residents experience a positive Lafayette. environment.

Osborn is a licensed residential Osborn earned a bachelor’s care administrator who has worked in degree in public health and adminthe senior living industry since 1997. istration and a master’s degree in She previously worked as the execuhealth administration from Indiana tive director for GreenTree Assisted University-Purdue University IndiaLiving in Fort Harrison from 2011 to napolis. She volunteers with several 2015 before taking a position with Osborn community organizations, including another assisted living community to the Fishers Freedom Festival Committee, complete her residential care administrator Hoosiers for Huskers and several networking license training. organizations.

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The prestigious award honors dealerships that have excelled in automotive retailing in 2015, by providing exceptional customer service and satisfaction. This is the fourth time in six years that Pearson has won the award.

Grants awarded – The Board of Directors of Legacy Fund has approved the allocation of $81,910 to seven not-for-profit organizations in Hamilton Co. The grants were awarded to: Boys and Girls Club of Noblesville, Connect2Help211, Open Doors of Washington Township, Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton Co., Youth Assistance Program of Hamilton Co., Legacy Fund Community Scholarship.

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For more information or to register, go to CarmelMarathon.com.

Anytime Fitness reopens – Anytime Fitness in Westfield is hosting a grand re-opening from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 16. Anytime Fitness is located at 3249 E. Ind. 32.

Real estate investors meeting – Central Indiana Real Estate Investment Association is the largest non-profit real estate investors group in Central Indiana. Through its monthly meetings it provides education and networking for real estate investors. The next meeting will be held on April 7 at Broadmoor Country Club, 2155 Kessler Blvd. W. Doors open at 5:30 and the meeting begins at 6:45. Cost is $20 for non-members. Members are free. Pre-register at www.cireia.org. Go to the calendar of events, click on the link for the meeting and sign up to attend.

Tech repair expansion – uBreakiFix has expanded in Carmel. The company specializes in sameday repair service of small electronics. Repairs include: cracked screens, water damage, software issues, camera issues and other technical problems. Its newest location, uBreakiFix West Carmel, opened March 10 at 10460 N. Michigan Rd. in Suite 120.

Home sales improving – According to F.C. Tucker Company’s real estate data of the nine-county Central Indiana region, pended home sales are gaining momentum. In February 2016, pended sales were down 3.5 percent compared to this time last year while January 2016 sales had been down 9.5 percent. During this time period, average sales prices grew modestly by 2.7 percent, now at $171,932.

New funds created – The Indianapolis Foundation, an affiliate of Central Indiana Community Foundation, has created two $100,000 “Ben Franklin” funds in celebration of its 100th anniversary. They include a $100 donor fund and $1,000 donor fund. The funds will not be accessed until 2116 when each will be valued at an estimated $100 million and will be used for the public good.

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Lemonade Day registration – Lemonade Day Greater Indianapolis has opened its registration for Lemonade Day, to be held on May 21. This is a fun and easy way to teach kids the basics of entrepreneurship and finance. When children participate in the program, they learn everything from customer service and supply management to marketing and how to calculate a profit.

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Your privacy intervention Commentary by Randy Sorrell Several times a year a F.H., or Frantic Homeowner, calls, texts or sends a frantic email pleading for intervenoutdoor living tion with a neighbor.

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But … they just put in an obnoxious play-set that stares at me when we entertain in our sunroom. But … their ambitious patio space is seven feet form mine and I can hear every whispered word. But … they just removed their overgrown shrubs and now I have a direct view into their kitchen.

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This F.H. was my lovely wife thrilled that our great neighbors, who we adore, had strategically placed a hot tub directly in our view from our sunroom and patio. Landscape architect Eric Beard promptly sketched the rusted privacy panel/cedar posts/beam structure pictured. Ten days later it was installed with

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Privacy panels Most F. H. calls don’t progress that swiftly, but I know a guy. We dig these rusted privacy panels and have employed them often as architectural elements, wind buffers and heavy entry gates. Shiny aluminum is available for a clean modern feel.

Generating privacy is a strong driver in today’s intimate market and there are many The rusted privacy panel/cedar posts/beam structure designed by landcreative solutions scape architect Eric Beard and installed on the Sorrell property. (Submitthat deviate from the ted photo) traditional evergreen barrier. Imagine an abbreviated pergola with a Randy Sorrell is president of custom lattice structure, drapes or a recessed SURROUNDINGS by NatureWorks+, a Carmel home improvement firm. shade. Or a rectangle steel gabion wall filled He may be reached at 679-2565, with cobble, horizontally placed wood privacy randy@choosesurroundings.com panels and the list continues. or www.choosesurroundings.

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The free trees are part of the nonprofit Foundation’s Trees for America campaign.With planting instructions included, the trees will be shipped at the right time for planting, between now and May 31. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge.

Arbor Day Foundation members also receive a subscription to Arbor Day, the Foundation’s bimonthly publication, and The Tree Book, which contains information about tree planting and care. To become a member of the Foundation and receive the free trees, send a $10 contribution to TEN FREE WHITE FLOWERING DOGWOOD TREES, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, Nebraska 68410, by March 31, 2016. Or join online at arborday.org/march.

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Easily open and reseal envelopes – You’ve signed and sealed the perfect greeting card inside its matching envelope and then realize you forgot to include something – like a gift card or check. You can reopen the envelope without destroying it.

Place the envelope in the freezer for about three hours. Take it out and slide a letter opener or knife under the flap. It should open neatly and you can then reseal it after you’ve finished.

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Dish detergent substitute – Need a substitute for dish detergent in a pinch?

You can use shampoo as a stand-in. The best shampoo for dishes is one formulated for oily hair, as it will cut through greasy food buildup. Try to avoid using conditioning shampoo, as it may leave an oily residue on dishes. Source: BottomLinePersonal.com Coinless coin flip – You can ask Siri to flip a coin if you don’t have one on hand. Just say “Siri, flip a coin.”

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Organizing takeout menus – With today’s busy lifestyles, ordering takeout for dinner has become a frequent occurrence. A pile of takeout menus, however, can clutter up kitchen space. Keep them neatly organized in a binder with clear plastic sleeves. Write the date you got the menu at the top and replace as the menu changes. Source: BottomLinePersonal.com

Grow roses in potatoes – Early spring is a great time to plant roses because of the mild temperatures. Here’s a trick for getting healthier bushes from your cuttings. Take a cut rose and push it into a small potato before planting. The potato will help the rose retain moisture and will provide important nutrients.

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Jesus forgiving Peter along Sea of Galilee. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Israel’s sacred lake Commentary by Don Knebel The Sea of Galilee in northern Israel is one of the world’s most famous bodies of water because of its association with travel Jesus. Perhaps the best-known story about Jesus and the Sea of Galilee occurred after his death.

Only eight miles wide, with an area of less than 65 square miles, the harp-shaped Sea of Galilee is more accurately called a lake. Whatever its name (the Bible also calls it the Lake of Gennesaret, the Sea of Tiberias and the Sea of Kinnereth), the Sea of Galilee is the lowest fresh water lake in the world. Lying in the Jordan Rift resulting from the separation of the African and Arabian plates, its surface is about 700 feet below the level of the Mediterranean Sea. The Sea of Galilee is fed primarily by the Jordan River, which flows into it from the north and then flows out of it for 88 miles south until it reaches the Dead Sea, the lowest lake in the world.

Jesus spent most of his earthly ministry

preaching in and around the fishing villages along the northwest shore of the Sea of Galilee, where his disciples lived and worked.

His miraculous feeding of the 5,000 and the Sermon on the Mount took place on nearby hillsides. According to the “Gospel of John,” on a morning after his crucifixion in Jerusalem, Jesus suddenly appeared to some of his disciples on the shore of the Sea of Galilee after they had spent the night fishing, entirely without success. With guidance from Jesus, the fisherman filled their nets and joined Jesus for a fish breakfast ashore, where Jesus forgave Peter for having three times denied knowing him after his arrest. Today, a statue in Tabgha, an area on the northwest shore not far from Capernaum, remembers that event.

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

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Now Hiring Full Time skid loader and mower operators. Must have experience, valid drivers license and clean driving record. 317-281-1840.

Learning Time Preschool is looking for Early Childhood Teachers to nurture, motivate & encourage the healthy development of young children at all three of our campuses. Apply @ learningtimepreschool.com Aquatic Management of Indianapolis is now hiring retirees to be Pool Technicians.

Start now! Apply online at http:// indianapolis-pmg.com/employment or call 317-804-9124.

Dental Office

Front Office Receptionist Mon-Fri Full-Time Resume to: dental293@gmail.com

Now Hiring: Painter

$10-12 starting pay.

Steady work all year. Training & equipment is provided. All work is local. 35-40 hrs per week, no work on weekends. Must have reliable vehicle. Call Jonathan 999-8124.

Carmel Based Cleaning Company

Now Hiring - Employment opportunities are available in the Carmel area. We are currently hiring part time help 25-30 hours per week for our day shift team.

Starting pay $10/hr, potentially more depending on experience with opportunities for advancement. *Criminal background check is required.

Experience is preferred but not required. *Having the following is helpful: Cell phone with texting Reliable transportation GPS is helpful *We will train you to clean with attention to detail. We employ only honest and responsible individuals.

Join our professional cleaning crew!

CALL 317-587-1294 TO APPLY Please email us today for more information at details@detailsbyots.com or you may apply online at www.detailsbyots.com

Noblesville Schools Employment Opportunity

Full-time custodians are needed at Noblesville Schools.

To apply for these positions, please visit our website at www.noblesvilleschools.org Any questions may be directed to: Steve Coverdale at 317- 773-4680, Ext. 12132 Bill Farley at 317-773-2580, Ext. 26130

Assistant Teachers Hiring Immediately!

International Montessori School, Inc. is in need of excellent Assistant Teachers!

The candidates we are seeking should be comfortable working with children ages 3 through 6, and be able to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Resumes should be forwarded to rkd1948@sbcglobal.net

Passionate About Health and Fitness?

Motivated, Outgoing, and Like Helping People?

Then We Are Looking for You! A Few Benefits of Working for Us: Get Valuable Training in Health and Nutrition, Fun and Flexible Environment, and FREE Supplements.

If Interested, Send Resume to jobs@pointblanknutrition.com.

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CAREGIVERS NEEDED! Help brighten the lives of aging adults in our community. Provide non-medical home care services to help seniors remain at home for as long as possible. Training, support and flexible shifts provide.

No degree necessary Call (317) 774-1750

CAR WASH Graduating or NOT? Fred Astaire Dance School is hiring individuals with fantastic personalities. Just read through the entire post! We know we can train you to be a teacher and a great dancer even when you have NO experience. The personality is the kicker.. either you have it or you don’t, if you do have the personality and want an opportunity for a GREAT career then call us. Give it a shot, you’ll be glad you did. $30k plus 1st year potential Call Dan 317-846-3237 Midwest Academy is currently seeking candidates to fill the roles of high school science teacher, technology teacher/ coordinator, and substitute teachers.

Qualifications include subject area expertise, teaching background, and the ability to relate well to pre-adolescent and teenage students. Master’s degree and experience with learning style differences is preferred. Please send a resume and letter of interest to Katie Foster at kfoster@mymidwestacademy.org.

Rama Car Wash Employment Rama Car Wash is looking for hard working and dedicated individuals.

These candidates should be available for full-time and part-time work.

Must have flexibility in schedule and enjoy working outdoors.

If interested you may download a application from www.ramacarwash.com under our employment section and bring it into the Carmel Dr. location.

Rama Car Wash 431 East Carmel Dr. Carmel, IN, 46032

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Lawn mowing & landscaping $10/hr starting pay Servicing Hamilton County No work on Sundays Must have reliable transportation Must be able to lift heavy equipment Must have valid ID Call Ray 698-5480

The Greenskeeper, Inc. is now hiring several positions.

Applicants must apply in person at 17309 Westfield Park Rd in Westfield.

317-804-8877 *Lawn Care Applicators & Landscape Crew Members 40hr/week. Starting @ $10hr.

No experience OK. Must have valid driver’s license, willing to work outdoors in all conditions, able to lift 50lbs. *Office Assistant Flexible 10-20hrs/week. $9/hr.

Data entry and customer service.

Familiar with MS Office.

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