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vaccine on at least a yearly basis.”

Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb said the state still has “a long way to go” in its battle Indiana State Health Commissioner Dr. against COVID-19.

Kristina Box said COVID-19 vaccines might Data reporting only create temporary Box said the state changed one of the PANDEMIC immunity. If so, annual metrics it uses to track the rate of commuvaccinations likely will be nity spread it in Indiana counties. required.

On Aug. 26, state officials announced a “We’ve said all along that coronaviruses, new feature on its dashboard at coronavisome of the strains, are the ones rus.in.gov. The state plans to crethat cause the common cold,” Box ate a color-coated map to provide said during a Sept. 2 virtual press local and school officials with an briefing. “And you know we can get easy-to-understand system to track (the) common cold over and over COVID-19’s spread on the county again, so the idea that we were level, thus helping them make apgoing to let everyone get exposed propriate decisions. The map, on a and get herd immunity has been scale of 0-3, shows a county’s rate Box questioned from the very beginning of COVID-19 spread (scoring does not and not something that we encouraged or trigger a state requirement of any action). thought would be appropriate.

Previously, the map was to be scored us“Until recently, we had not seen cases ing an average score applying three metrics: where people were definitively reinfected, The number of new cases per 100,000 resibut I can tell you that these are individuals dents, a county’s percent positivity rate and who in a three- to four-month period of time its change in percent positivity. But after once again became symptomatic and were consulting with county health departments tested and were positive. They actually and local health officials, Box said the state looked at the genetics of that virus and determined that a county’s change in perknew that particular strain of this Sarscent positivity would no longer be used to CoV-2 was a little bit different — different determine a county’s score on the map. enough that it was a reinfection.”

“We have taken a deeper look at the Box said health officials hope the vacimpact that the change in the percent posicine, if one is developed, will last six to tivity rate has on counties and realized that 12 months. She said that a viable COVID-19 we needed to make some adjustments,” Box vaccine “like influenza, will be a repeated said. “While we initially planned to use three

To our valued readers: We hope you are well and are enjoying the summer!

It seems as though it was years ago when we communicated our revised distribution plan for Fishers, but it was actually only the end of March. Time flies when you’re battling the fallout from the pandemic, we suppose.

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metrics, we’ve determined (that) including the percent change in positivity from week to week introduced too much volatility and wasn’t truly representative of the situation in a county or the true community spread.

“For example, a county’s positivity rate could be slightly improved but the rate of spread could still be high based on the number of positive cases per 100,000 individuals or the percent positivity.”

Box said the state doesn’t want to want to give a false sense of confidence to counties where the virus is still active by factoring a county’s change in percent positivity, Now, the map is be based on two metrics: A county’s number of new cases per 100,000 residents and its percent positivity rate.

But some local health officials question the utility of the map. Boone County Health Dept. Public Health Educator Claire Haughton said the map, which will use data collected by the Indiana State Dept. of Health, would likely be outdated, thus failing to provide an up-to-date snapshot of community spread.

Haughton said data collected by the ISDH has consistently reported fewer cases and deaths in Boone County than the Boone County Health Dept. has throughout most of the pandemic, either because of delays in receiving test results, delays in data collection or incomplete data reporting.

Haughton said the lagging data the ISDH reports would also create a lagging map of community spread.

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He has helped raise more than $300,000 to build the Indiana Military Veterans Hall Financial Center First Credit Union’s Presof Fame, helped raise thousands of dollars ident and CEO J. Kevin to feed the hungry through programs such RECOGNITION Ryan received the as Pack the Pantries and FCFCU’s charity Jefferson golf outing and helped provide free Award for Multiplying Good in July. financial education to Indiana resiThe Jefferson Award for Multiplydents on an annual basis. ing Good is awarded to local unsung “As a credit union, Financial Cenheroes who make the world a better is dedicated to giving back to ter place through volunteering and the communities we serve, so the community service. ability to be involved is a blessing Ryan received the award for for us,” Ryan stated. “I was honored Ryan his dedication to helping Hoosiers to receive this award and recognize across the state, whether it be that this type of recognition is the through feeding the hungry, supporting and result of the efforts of many people includhonoring military veterans or championing ing our employees and Board of Directors.” financial education at the credit union he FCFCU is at 7101 E. 56th St., Lawrence. For leads. more, visit fcfcu.com.

Schools recertified with STEM designation — The Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Townships had several schools recertified with an Indiana Dept. of Education STEM designation. The schools are Skiles Test Elementary, Belzer Middle School and McKenzie Center of Innovation & Technology.

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Fishers eligible for $3M in CARES ACT funds

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you have exhausted your amount.”

The three categories for eligibility are: Necessary expenses incurred because of The City of Fishers is eligible for nearly $3 the COVID-19 pandemic; costs not accounted million from the federal economic stimulus for in the county’s most recently approved package called the budget as of March 27; and costs PANDEMIC Coronavirus Aid, incurred during the period that beRelief and Ecogan March 1 and ends Dec. 30. nomic Security Act, or CARES Act. “The county is in contact with the The state of Indiana received $2.4 IFA almost daily as we work to debillion in federal aid from the CARES cide which expenses are allowable Act and set aside $300 million to be costs under CARES Act funding,” distributed to counties, cities and Hamilton County Grant AdministraFadness towns. Hamilton County is eligible tor Todd Clevenger stated. “Within for a little more than $10.7 million, these three major categories are and the cities and towns within the another six subcategories that county received individual funding expenses must further fit into. It is based on the population. the Auditor’s Office responsibility The funds can be used to reto make sure all the departments, coup expenses already incurred within the county and any non-govbecause of the COVID-19 pandemic. ernmental units we help, stay in Bradford In Fishers, the largest cost the city compliance with all the requireplans to use the reimbursement for is the ments outlined in section 601(a) of the SoCOVID-19 testing provided by the Fishers cial Security Act as added by section 5001 of Health Dept. Mayor Scott Fadness said the CARES Act.” personal protective equipment also was a major cost.

“We received (an) allocation from the state CARES Act, a little over $3 million is what we are eligible for,” Fadness said.

“That doesn’t mean that was directly given to the City of Fishers. It was set aside, and if we have reimbursement expenses, we submit those for reimbursement.”

So far, Fishers has submitted two requests for reimbursement totaling $1.1 million.

City Controller Lisa Bradford said the proA smile cess was straightforward. and quality, “The Indiana Finance Authority has an aphonest work. plication on its website, and it goes through (three) buckets of expense, and when you We will put in the allocation, you must submit an continue to allocation for each category,” Bradford said. wear PPE when “You can submit multiple applications until we service

“We received (an) allocation from the state CARES Act, a little over $3 million is what we are eligible for. That doesn’t mean that was directly given to the City of Fishers. It was set aside, and if we have reimbursement expenses, we submit those for reimbursement.”

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MVHS ranked as one of top high schools — The U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Mt. Vernon High School in the top tier of the national high school rankings. MVHS was ranked No. 17 in the central region and #64 in Indiana. Schools are ranked based on performance on state-required tests, graduation rates and how well students are prepared for college. The U.S. News and World Report ranked 17.790 high schools in the nation.

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Getting prompt ER care for a stroke can mean the difference between disability and recovery ERs deliver stroke care, with safety precautions in place When David Wegener couldn’t hold his coffee cup one morning, he knew something wasn’t right. It never occurred to him he might be having a stroke.

in providing advanced imaging and treatments for complex strokes.

This type of highly specialized stroke care is shown to help lead to better recovery for patients.

Fortunately, David decided to go to an ER at an Ascension hospital.

A neurologist looked at his CT scan using specialized software and determined the right treatment within two minutes. David was transferred immediately to a Comprehensive Stroke Center for a procedure that not only saved his life but also prevented long-term damage.

“Timing is critical in treating stroke,” said Daniel Sahlein, MD, Neurointerventionalist. “Delaying care, even by a few minutes, can be the difference between recovery and permanent disability.”

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Don’t postpone emergency care for stroke symptoms Emergency rooms across the country are reporting fewer cases of strokes and heart attacks. But these critical events are still happening.

“Our ERs are fully prepared to offer immediate care for the entire family, and are open 24/7 with labs and imaging on-site,” said Jonathan Nalli, Senior Vice President, Ascension, and Ministry Market Executive, Ascension St. Vincent. “And because we’re more than emergency care, we’ll help you schedule follow-up appointments, so it’s one less thing to worry about after you return home.”

Avoiding care can make recovery more difficult. For example, if a patient receives hospital care within three hours of the first symptoms of an ischemic stroke, a clot-busting medication may be given. Patients who receive this medication are more likely to fully recover and avoid suffering long-term disability. Larger strokes can often be treated with a minimally invasive clot extraction procedure, performed only at select hospitals, including Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.

Recognize the symptoms of stroke The first step in getting treatment for stroke quickly is recognizing the warning signs. These include: sudden loss of balance, lost or unclear vision, face drooping or uneven smile, arm weakness, and speech difficulty.

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Strong precautions to protect patients and caregivers Many people have put off care recently because they may have been reluctant to visit a medical facility, with concerns about exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19). Ascension St. Vincent is screening staff and caregivers, providing masks to all who enter its hospitals and ERs, and rigorously cleaning and disinfecting all areas in its facilities.

Ascension is committed to balancing care with caution to help protect all who enter its sites of care.

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Project: Ind. 37 Improvement Detour: Drivers will be directed Project to use 141st Street to AllisonLocation: 126th Street cloville Road or 131st Street to sure switched to the east Cumberland Road.

CONSTRUCTION Project: 131st Street at side and is anticipated to reopen in November. During Nickel Plate Trail Crossing this time, cross access will be reLocation: 131st Street at the Nickel stricted, with only right in and right out.

Plate Trail Crossing closed July 28 for Northbound Ind. 37 traffic will not have acapproximately one week. Work included cess to 126th Street. Traffic on northbound regrading of the crossing, removing the Ind. 37 will shift to southbound lanes and stop sign and the construction of speed two lanes will remain in each direction. tables. Beginning Aug. 5, after the reLocal access to businesses will remain opening of 131st Street at the Nickel Plate open.

Trail Crossing, the roundabout and the Expected completion: 2022 trail construction will begin. 126th Street

from the Nickel Plate Trail Crossing to Ford Drive will be closed.

Expected completion: Late September Project: Utility relocation for future 96th Street expansion Location: 96th Street between Lantern and Cumberland roads Expected completion: 96th Street expansion to begin this year, utility work expected for the next several months Project: Sargent Road roundabout, Mud Creek bridge replacement and additional travel lanes Location: 96th Street between Sargent Road and Cumberland Road.

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Expected completion: 96th Street east of Sargent Road to Cumberland Road is closed and is anticipated to reopen in early November. The official detour route will direct drivers to use Lantern Road or Cumberland Road to 106th Street.

Project: Downtown infrastructure improvement Location: The intersection of Morgan Drive and Lantern Road closed Feb. 10.

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COMEBACK PATIENT OF THE MONTH This is one in a series of case studies of triumph over injury.

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BACKGROUND: Sean Ferbrache is a retired firefighter after working 26 year with the Indianapolis Fire Dept. and after 11 years as a Safety Team Member with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. A lifetime of strenuous work and spending long hours standing on his feet, Sean sought relief at Methodist Sports Medicine where he first met Certified and Licensed Athletic Trainer, Sara Myers. Sara worked with Sean for only a short time when she knew he needed to be seen by an MSM Foot & Ankle Specialist, Dr. David Porter. Sean knew he had a challenge ahead of him when he was told that he had chronic ankle instability and impingement of his ankle joint, severe bone spurs and a bone defect. In other words, he needed some new wheels. Dr. Porter performed arthroscopic surgery in December 2018.

Now, Sean is loving retired life and enjoying hiking with his wife, hunting, playing tennis and enjoying being a new grandparent.

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“Sean is a testimony to the hard work and determination necessary to return to the quality of life enabling him to fulfill his passion.” – Dr. Porter THE MSM EXPERIENCE: “The team at MSM can get you back to what you love doing, regardless of your activity,” Sean said.” Those who read this and who are experiencing pain and discomfort, you don’t have to take the journey alone.

(MSM) truly understands what you are going through and will take the journey with you each step of the way.”

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WHY MSM: “They have the best physicians and rehab facilities,” Sean said. “I liked the fact I could see Dr. Porter and Sara in the same building. Communication was excellent. Sara knew exactly what I was going through before I could even explain it. I felt comfortable with the MSM team. They took the time to listen to my concerns.”

THE JOURNEY: “I had the opportunity to guide Sean through his rehabilitation, during the recovery process, following his ankle surgery. We always want to see our patients get back to whatever it is they love,” Myers said. “We set a goal of getting back to working on the racetrack that involved rapid response times and some crazy inclines! He also worked hard to get Sara Myers back to hiking with his wife, tennis and hunting. When he reached every goal, it was a testament to his hard work, and I love knowing that he just finished a 12-mile hike with his wife!” – Sara Myers, Certified Athletic Trainer at Methodist Sports Medicine

The Toastmasters Club of Fishers members meet over Zoom. (Submitted photo)

The Toastmasters Club of Fishers will celebrate an impressive milestone this month, although it is not as its MILESTONE members expected prior to March.

The club, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, meets every Friday morning on Zoom because of the coronavirus pandemic.

It previously met at the Fishers YMCA. “Toastmasters Club of Fishers has a long history of serving our community,” said Amanda Roberts, the club’s vice president of public relations. “Our club is ranked in the top 10 percent of clubs worldwide, having earned the President’s Distinguished Award for 11 consecutive years. This award requires the club to meet at least nine of 10 goals, including membership renewal and growth, member progress in their chosen Toastmasters’ curriculum path and officer training.

Our club offers a supportive, fun environment to continually grow.”

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a network of more than 16,200 clubs in 145 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International’s mission has been to help people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders.

Roberts said most of the 33 members are from Fishers, Noblesville or the surrounding area. Attendance was typically 15 to 20 each week at the YMCA. Roberts said Zoom attendance has been slightly less.

For more, visit 5763.toastmastersclubs. org.

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The Fishers Health Dept. has announced it has expanded COVID-19 testing to Fishers residents ages 5 and older.

PANDEMIC The previous age threshold was 12. Testing opened for younger ages Aug. 28. Parents and guardians who live in Fishers city limits can make the appointment.

Lowering the age was approved by the Fishers Board of Public Health during its Aug. 21 public meeting. According to a press release from the City of Fishers, the board supported the change because it anticipates an increased demand for testing due to the return to in-person learning in the Hamilton Southeastern School District Sept.

8 for grades pre-K through fourth.

Since opening April 30, the Fishers Health Dept. testing site on Municipal Drive has served more than 10,500 residents. Results are provided within three business days.

Residents seeking a test must first complete an assessment and schedule an appointment by visiting fishersrecovery.com/ testing. Walk-in testing is not available.

For more, visit fishers.in.us/ healthdepartment.

The On Par for Parks golf tournament is scheduled for Sept. 21 at Crooked Stick Golf Club, 1964 Burning Tree Lane, Carmel. The fee is $2,500 for a fourperson scramble, and it includes practice time, lunch, snacks and beverages along the course, 19th hole party and a silent auction. For more information, visit friendsofhamiltoncountyparks.org.

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The You’re Not Alone Program is for Boone County cancer patients starting treatment at the Cancer Center. Care packages are given to first-time cancer patients seeking treatment. Bags also may be picked up at the BCCS office. To donate to the program, you may send or bring a check to the BCCS office with You’re Not Alone in the memo or visit

HSE receives donation from Vendorjump — Vendorjump recently donated 150 touchless thermometers to HSE Schools. The thermometers will be kept in nurses’ offices to monitor student health.

Judges appoint commissioner — The judges of Hamilton County have appointed local attorney P. Chadwick Hill to serve as a commissioner. The state legislature previously granted the county’s request for a new magistrate to alleviate its backlog of work, but the position doesn’t take effect until next year. The Hamilton County Council, created the position of commissioner to fill that need until the magistrate position becomes effective. Hill has served as an attorney in criminal and civil litigation, personal injury and entertainment representation.

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GOOD SAMARITAN NETWORK If you would like to volunteer for the holidays, please go to gsnlive.org to view opportunities or to register. The Holiday Assistance Program will undergo assessment and development because of the pandemic. During the coming weeks and months, the program may look different this year as a result of COVID-19. Participants voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree to not hold Good Samaritan Network or the venue liable should they become ill. Expect long lines, possible changes and new participation guidelines. These and other changes may be announced at any time.

BOONE COUNTY CANCER SOCIETY

www.boonecountycancersociety.org/ donate. For more information, call board member Diane Beltran at 317.518.3906.

THE SHEPHERD’S CENTER OF HAMILTON COUNTY Seniors need to know that SCHC is ready to help them during isolation.

Any senior in Hamilton County is eligible for assistance. Consider sharing SCHC’s Facebook page with seniors you know and please have them 317.674.8777, ext. 5, for assistance. You also may make a donation at shepherdscenterofhamiltoncounty.org or mail a tax-deductible gift to SCHC, 347 S. 8th St., Suite B, Noblesville 46060.

For more information, email lauren@ shepherdscenterofhamitloncounty.org.

SAHM’S MARKETPLACE HEALTH CARE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM Sahm’s Catering has a menu for individual meals to help feed the brave men and women who are doing lifesaving and critical work during the pandemic. These meals can be delivered ready-to-eat hot, cold, or ready to microwave when they are ready to eat. If you would like to provide a meal for a health care provider, learn more at feed-to-flatten.square.site.

MEALS ON WHEELS Volunteers are needed to deliver a route a day each week. Call 317.776.7159 for details or visit mealsonwheelshc.org.

SECOND HELPINGS The organization urges sign-ups for its emergency volunteer wait list at www.

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866.459.5360 A X I A T P. C O M secondhelpings.org/volunteer/emergencyvolunteer-waitlist. Volunteers assist in the kitchen with making sandwiches and meals to serve the community due to increased demand.

PHONE-A-FRIEND This is a network of college students designed to create community with the elderly and immuno-compromised.

Volunteers and seniors can sign up on at phoneafriendindy.com. Seniors write phoneafriendindy@gmail.com or call 317.847.8411.

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BOONE COUNTY The foundation is accepting applications for the 2021 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program. The scholarship is open to Indiana residents who graduate from an accredited Indiana high school by 2021 and receive their diploma no later than June 30. Details related to conditions of the award, eligibility and selection criteria are available at communityfoundationbc.org/ scholarships/lilly-endowment-communityscholarships/. The application deadline Sept. 8 at 2 p.m.

PREVAIL Volunteers are needed for this Noblesvillebased nonprofit that advocates for victims of crime and abuse. Two of the open positions are weekly support group co-facilitator and for weekly support group assistant. Interested parties may gain more information from Beth Dunlop at 317.773.6942 or bdunlop@prevailinc.org.

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Farmers market — The Fishers Farmers Market runs from 8 a.m. to noon at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater.

The market will run through Sept. 29.

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HCAA exhibit — The Hamilton County Artists’ Association will hold an exhibit in Fishers City Hall, 1 Municipal Dr., from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The exhibit is free.

Fishers opens grant applications — The City of Fishers recently launched the application for the Nonprofit Grant program for 2021 funding. The program was established in 2017 as a transparent way for the City of Fishers to support various nonprofit organizations in Fishers that provide services to Fishers residents. Nonprofits

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based in Fishers or serve a large portion of Fishers residents are eligible to apply. The Fishers City Council determines the funding for the grant program as part of the annual budget process. To apply, fishers.in.us/869/ Non-Profit-Committee.

North Central Beekeepers Club — The North Central Beekeepers Club meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Cool Creek Park Nature Center in Westfield.

Socializing begins at 6 p.m. and meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. The club is for all levels of beekeepers from centrally north of Indianapolis. Those interested in becoming a beekeeper are welcome. There are no dues.

COVID-19 testing available to children — The Fishers

Health Dept. recently announced it would expand its free testing to include children ages 5 to 17. Testing requires an appointment. To schedule an appointment, visit fishersrecovery.com/testing.

Public Works Dept. removes stop signs — The Indiana Dept. of Transportation recently granted approval for the City of Fishers’ Dept. of Public Works to remove stop signs at the railroad crossings throughout Fishers, except for the 131st Street crossing, for the upcoming Nickel Plate Trail. Due to the steep grade of the 131st Street crossing, the removal will come at a later date. “Out of service” signs have been placed, and that removes the requirement for school buses and hazardous material vehicles to stop at the tracks.

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Oktoberfest in Lawrence returns with safety measures

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Because outdoor events are deemed safer than indoor events with regard to the COVID-19 pandemic, the third annual Lagers in Lawrence Oktoberfest is still a go. It is set for 3 to 7 p.m. Sept. 26 at Civic Plaza in Lawrence.

Indiana on Tap founder Justin Knepp said the craft beer marketing and events company is excited to conduct an event in 2020.

Safety measures will be in place.

“The majority of all of our events have been canceled,” said Knepp, a Fishers resident. “We are excited to be putting events on again. We are in a unique position to pull this off because we have a great relationship with the breweries and distilleries.

We have submitted our safety plans to the county health department, and we’ve had glowing reviews.”

The outdoor beer fest will be in Lawrence’s Civic Plaza, an outdoor park. Knepp said the event’s footprint will be expanded to allow for social distancing, and fewer tickets will be sold than in previous years.

Face coverings will be required for anyone entering or exiting, but attendees are not required to wear them the entire time. Once they are inside and can socially distance, they may remove their mask. There also will be five hand sanitizer stations, and extra hand-washing stations, and vendors will only serve touchless pours of beverage samples.

“It’s really not that hard. Instead of the brewery taking the tasting cup out of the person’s hand and filling it, we will instead have pitchers,” Knepp said. “So, we will still be pouring draft beer, but we are pouring into the pitcher and then pouring that directly into each person’s tasting cup or stein so no one has to touch the tasting cup of the attendee, except for the attendee.”

Attendees can bring their own beer steins, which will allow for larger pours. All attendees will receive an Oktoberfest alpine hat.

Attendees can bring their own beer steins to the event.

Couples prepare to dance to German-style music. (Submitted photos)

A couple dances at last year’s event.

“We want to get people in the Oktoberfest spirit, so that’s what we’re planning to do,” Knepp said.

Knepp said a wide variety of beers will be available for tasting. Between 20 and

In addition to beer samples, a 15-piece German Oktoberfest band and a German dance group will also be part of the event.

“The event will be very similar to last year,” Knepp said. “This is the third year for the event, and we saw nice growth and attendance last year for Year 2 over Year 1. I think this is going to be one of the only Oktoberfests taking place in Indy this year.”

Advance sale tickets can be purchased online at lagersinlawrence.com. Prices range from $45 for VIP, $35 for general admission and $20 for designated drivers.

A portion of proceeds will be donated to a charity of the City of Lawrence’s choice. A recipient has not yet been announced.

For more, visit lagersinlawrence.com.

25 breweries, wineries and distilleries are expected to participate.

“We try to make it clear the name Lagers in Lawrence is great and fun, but all beer styles are going to be there,” Knepp said.

MORE SAFETY OUTDOORS Indiana on Tap founder Justin Knepp said the upcoming Lagers in Lawrence event will be safe for attendees, largely because it will be conducted outdoors.

“We are very confident the event is going to be as safe as possible,” Knepp said.

“The county health department was very impressed with the safety plans we sub-

mitted for these events.”

Although ticket sales are limited, Knepp said they are selling fast.

“People are eager to get out again, it seems like,” he said.

Knepp expects tickets will sell out before the event.

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Sales pitch

Alternate avenues for protesting

Commentary by Terry Anker “How can I have any confidence in your polls since you missed so far the last time I trusted you?” demanded the churlish evening newscaster. She had a good point. Those who are tasked with prognosticating our future based upon a series of questions to random humans tend to speak with what can only be described as “high confidence” in their own ability and methodology. Perhaps being self-possessed with certainty is a requirement to getting other people to listen. And getting other people to listen, it seems increasingly so these days, is the way to make money.

“Well,” retorted the rather portly and now visibly perspiring guest, “this time we have heavily over-weighted for the straight white male.” Other than following up with the expected “what does that mean?” the interviewer simply smiled a knowing smile, looked directly into the camera with a near wink and went to commercial. It seemed that the magic formula had been perfected and that the next round of alchemy would indeed produce gold from lead.

As business leaders, consumers and voters, we are routinely subjected to the predictions of these surveys. They determine the aroma of detergent, how long (and if) the Shamrock Shake will be available and the priority of many political agendas. It prevents us from making giant investments for something our customers don’t want. But too often, these prophecies are way off. New Coke comes to mind. Still, they generally work.

The art, it appears, is using good math to get good samples, hope that good luck shows up and exude strong confidence — a good deal of it — that anyone can really expect to know the future. But what happens when our well-intentioned, if not deserved, confidence leads to smugness and blinding hubris? Can we believe our own sales pitch?

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

Unleashing the poet within Commentary by Danielle Wilson Step aside, Shel Silverstein! There’s a new poet on the block, and she is me! Or rather, my 8-yearHUMOR old self. While rummaging through an old scrapbook recently, I discovered a newspaper cutout from 1980. A poem called “Silly Rules” by yours truly, which I will now share, in its entirety, with you, my adoring public: Do not jump on the beds, dad said, Do not jump on your sister’s doll’s head.

Do not put your pen in the Jell-O, Do not hit you sister with a pillow.

Do not go to school without your books, Do not go fishing without your hooks.

Do not jump on muddy chairs, Do not talk to bearded bears.

Honestly, I’m pretty impressed. The cadence feels a bit forced in my discerning opinion, and I committed the literary crime of unnecessarily repeating a word with “sister,” the horror. But the creativity? Well done, little Danielle! Pens in Jell-O? Bearded

bears? That’s imagination, people.

Is it any wonder, then, that some 40 years later I’ve become a global phenomenon? (If by “global,” I mean the Indy suburbs, and “phenom,” the three bimonthly hate mails I receive). The brilliance has been within me since second grade, just waiting for the new millennium to be unleashed again on the world. You’re welcome.

And I suppose I should thank you, too, for allowing me to unburden my talent each week. My already large head can inflate even further with the amount of awesomeness floating around up there. Of course, now that I’ve recalled my poetry skills, I might have to move on to bigger and better things.

Step aside, Shel Silverstein. Peace out.

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

My already large head can inflate even further with the amount of awesomeness floating around up there.

Of course, now that I’ve recalled my poetry skills, I might have to move on to bigger and better things.

Editor, It is past time for serious, nonviolent, demonstrating protestors to find other ways to express their views. To be properly heard and listened to, they must disassociate themselves from the violent extremists that have hijacked their method and messages. These rebellious hoodlums produce an anarchy with the ultimate goal of overthrowing the peaceful society brave soldiers have fought and died for, and which God has so greatly blessed.

Protesting has been given a bad name by those who abuse it. Alternate avenues are readily available and can have a great effect in bringing about reasonable change.

It is so easy to email the President of the United States, our state’s two senators and the representative from your district. Call local or Washington, D.C., offices. Write a note to the chief of police, or the mayor, or a letter-to-the-editor of Current Publishing. Use social media in a responsible way.

Get those who believe as you do to follow your example. Hundreds or thousands of letters and phone calls will have a great impact.

And teach your children respect for the law, and the men and women in blue charged with upholding it.

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Tie-ing it all together Commentary by Dick Wolfsie I haven’t worn a tie in years — with one exception. I always wore one to the Unitarian Universalist Church on SunHUMOR day. That is, before we started Zooming our services. The ties were from my special collection of neckwear to honor legendary comedic heroes I admire. I’ve combed Amazon, searched eBay and Googled just about every name in hopes of finding some new ones. Meanwhile, here’s a look at a few faces in my collection.

Buster Keaton My favorite silent screen star. He wasn’t just silent, but expressionless. It’s not easy to be a comedy legend that way. Never watched one of his films? What else have you got to do this week? Watch “The General” first (it’s not about a general).

Laurel and Hardy Here’s the test of great comedy. I have seen many of their films, multiple times. I know exactly what is going to happen and I laugh before it happens. Watch as Stan in “Way Out West” gets into a giggling fit while an unscrupulous woman is trying to get a deed from his pocket. I giggle with him every time.

The Three Stooges If you are female, you will probably hate this tie. But if you are one the few women who love the Three Stooges, where were you when I was looking for a wife?

George Burns Gracie was the funny one, but George Burns was the ultimate straight man.

“Where did you get those flowers, Gracie?”

“Well, Mrs. Pincheon is in the hospital and you told me to take her flowers. I just got back from visiting her and I took them.”

Jack Benny He seldom made a joke himself, but the people around him — like his wife, Mary

Livingston, and his valet, Rochester — skewered the daylights out of him. Truth is, neither George Burns nor Jack got many laughs themselves; they left that reward to others.

Charlie Chaplin Chaplin was proof that silence is golden. On my Facebook page, there’s a photo showing this tie right in the middle of my collection. Chaplin was not my favorite comic legend, but it’s my favorite tie because it matches more shirts.

Lucille Ball This one features her in the episode where she is doing a TV spot for a nutritional elixir called “Vitameatavegamin” that contains 23 percent alcohol. It’s 100 percent funny.

W.C. Fields You know how unfair rumors can be.

You’ve probably heard he didn’t like kids, he drank too much and was a womanizer. Oh, wait, those were all true.

Abbott and Costello “Who’s On First?” is the classic comedy bit of all time. It wasn’t actually created by the iconic duo, but they revived and finetuned it from an old Vaudeville bit. I’ve listened to it a thousand times. I’ve even tried to do the routine with my friend (and former student) Peter Spellos. We know the words — we just don’t have the melody.

My wife hopes we will be back in church soon, so I have a place to wear my ties. It’s bad enough Mary Ellen must wake up next to me, but no woman should have to see Moe, Larry and Curly when she first opens her eyes.

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Consider MLS Laser Therapy for foot and ankle pain Commentary by Dr. David Sullivan When a physical condition or injury affects mobility or quality of life, there is one goal: A rapid return to everyday activities. At Westfield Foot and Ankle, RECOVERY we are committed to providing the latest medical developments and technological advances in medicine to give our patients the best care. One of the many ways we provide this quality care is by being the only podiatry practice in Hamilton County to offer FDAcleared MLS (Multiwaved Locked System) Laser Therapy to our patients.

Laser therapy has been used effectively for many years, but advances in technology have produced “the next generation of laser therapy” with the new MLS Therapy Laser.

This advanced laser technology works to eliminate pain and reduce inflammation in the body in a safe, painless and noninvasive way. There are no known side effects, and it is quick and convenient.

The MLS Laser uses specific wavelengths of light to treat painful and debilitating conditions. It treats the conditions by penetrating deep into the tissue to stimulate regeneration at the cellular level without the potential for thermal injuries that other lasers can inflict. Treatment is usually 10 to 15 minutes. The typical course of treatment

is six to 12 sessions, depending on the nature of the condition being treated.

With MLS Laser Therapy, we can offer relief without the use of painful injections, potentially habit-forming drugs or surgery to those suffering with both chronic and acute ailments such as: • Plantar fasciitis • Achilles injuries • Arthritis and bursitis • Tendonitis • Neuromas • Peripheral neuropathy • Post-surgical sites • Fractures • Occupational and sports injuries • Hematomas and gout MLS Laser Therapy also can aid in the quick recovery of sprains and strains as well as the structure and function of an injured region.

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DISPATCHES Air pollution and dementia – A large new study provides evidence that invisible air pollution such as that emitted by cars, trucks and power plants might be responsible for more than 1 in 5 cases of dementia. This is because microscopic particles generated by fossil fuels get into our bodies directly - they go from your nose right into your brain. Cells in the brain treat these particles as invaders and react with inflammatory responses.

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ri, led by Chunfa Huang, Ph.D., an associate research professor in the department of internal medicine, tested extracts of various teas against several types of breast cancer cells.

Huang included extracts from green, oolong, black and other dark teas. His results indicated that green and oolong teas could stop the growth of breast cancer cells; the two types of tea worked equally well against all the cell lines Huang tested. Black and other dark teas had no effect, he said.

Tea might reduce breast cancer risk -Making smart choices about your diet can go a long way toward lowering your risk of breast cancer. Now it looks like choosing the right beverage can also help. Women who sip green or oolong tea may be able to gain extra breast cancer protection, according to a study published in the journal Anticancer Research.

Researchers at St. Louis University in Missou-

Sunscreen tip – Most skin cancers are a result of exposure to UV radiation. UV radiation comes in two forms – UVA and UVB. Sunscreen products list an SPF on the label, but the SPF only refers to protection from UVB rays.

Make sure to buy products that are labeled as “broad spectrum” in order to obtain protection from both types of radiation.

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Study finds Hamilton County residents among highest earners news@currentinfishers.com A recent study by SmartAsset, a financial technology company, found that Hamilton County residents are among the highest earners in Indiana. The analysis was com-

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pleted as part of the company’s study on the places with the most purchasing power. The study examined income data and cost of living. For the full study, visit smartasset.com/ mortgage/cost-of-living-calculator#Indiana/ median-income.

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$46,672 $43,681 $43,580 $43,354 $39,129 $39,070 $39,262 $38,194 $39,019 $39,477

$90,582 $75,591 $74,245 $70,973 $66,080 $65,979 $65,272 $62,905 $60,992 $60,317

Median Income Index 64.64 51.06 49.84 46.87 42.44 42.34 41.70 39.56 37.82 37.21

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Fishers filmmaker Query seeks to make first feature-length film

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com The audience was left wanting more after seeing Dylan Query’s short film, “Cold Creek.”

FILM The Fishers resident is happy to oblige.

“After the crucial reception we got from our short film, we decided to make it our pilot,” he said. “We are continuing the story from the short film.”

Query has a GofFundMe page to produce his first feature-length film called “Cold Cross.”

“Cold Creek” was written by Query and his friend Jacob Stieneker, who stars in the short film. Query and Stieneker are graduates of Pike Central High School in Petersburg.

Query, who graduated from Ball State University in December 2019, majored in telecommunications and minored in entrepreneurship and digital media storytelling.

Query works as a digital media specialist at Alegion in Carmel and owns Query Productions, which films weddings, events and films.

When creating a short film called “ReTnE” while at Ball State, Query put out a casting call on Facebook.

“Jacob responded and said he was interested in acting in it,” Query said. “This was his first involvement in being in any kind of film production. We submitted it to Ball State’s Frog Baby Festival, and we ended up winning three awards at the festival.

That whole experience inspired Jacob.”

A couple of months later, Stieneker told Query he had an idea for a Western and asked if he would be interested in making it.

“I realized I wanted to encourage his newfound passion,” Query said. “We ended up making ‘Cold Creek,’ and that was kind of my swan song for being at Ball State.”

The film, directed by Query, revolves around William McCarthy, played by Stieneker, who returns years later to seek revenge on the sheriff for the murder of his parents.

Dan McGuinness Band Dan McGuinness Band, a Credence Clearwater Revival tribute band, with opening act Corey Cox, Federal Hill Commons Concerts, 7 p.m. Sept. 12. Free. For more, visit noblesvilleparks.org.

Movies in the Park “Dolittle” (PG), Federal Hill Commons, 175 Logan St., dusk Sept. 11. Free.

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From left, Bobby Christman, Indianapolis actor, Ryan Yates, actor, Josh Stieneker, actor, Ryan McClain, audio technician, and Dylan Query, director. (Submitted photo)

“Cold Creek” received thousands of views on Facebook and was chosen for several film festivals. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, several festivals have been postponed or canceled.

“Cold Creek” won Best Short Film at Popcon’s inaugural International Film Festival in Indianapolis. The film also won Best Director, Best Actor and Best Cinematography at the 2020 Frog Baby Festival.

Query said they are still working on a script for a full-length version.

“While we are writing the script, we are fundraising for the product itself,” he said.

“Our goal is to actually start filming this fall.”

As of Sept. 1, nearly half of the $10,000 goal has been raised. The money raised will be specifically used for talent, props and location rentals.

“We want to invest in local talent,” Query said. “We want to rent local venues to film. With my production company, I have all the gear I need to do this.”

Since the pandemic started, more

actors and actresses are looking for opportunities.

Query’s goal is to succeed as a filmmaker while staying in Indiana.

“Indiana has tried to pass a film incentive bill on several occasions. Unfortunately, it hasn’t passed yet,” he said. “I’m not entirely sure had it been passed (that) it was the right time for Indiana. If you look at the other states that are getting popular with filmmaking, Georgia, for instance, since 2012, their filmmaking has grown exponentially, creating thousands and thousands of jobs. Before the big boom, Georgia started investing in filmmaker infrastructure. They started investing in production studios and sound stages. They started to build the solid base and then came the film incentive bill. It was a good, well-thought out process.”

Query said the next film bill should play to Indiana’s strengths.

For more, visit gofundme.com/f/query-productions-first-feature-film. A $9 donation will earn a digital ticket to “Cold Cross.”

Historic Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens, 10595 Eller Rd., Fishers, 13 artists from Fishers Arts Council and music by Ashton Wolfe, 4 to 8 p.m Sept. 12. Free.

Fishers Arts Council features illustrations editorial@youarecurrent.com The Fishers Arts Council is celebrating the Art of Illustration & Caricature this month at The Art Gallery at City Hall featuring 14 artists. The exhibit, which opens Sept. 2, runs through Sept. 29.

Featured artists are Robert Boyle, Nichole Cochran, Rebecca Entrican, John Essex II, Sandra Hall, Jacque Hammonds, Duane King, Gabriel Lehman, Shaunt’e Lewis, Nick Mangos, Charles McNally, Sue Payne, Leigh Marino Petersen and Betty Shaefer.

There also is a virtual art gallery at fishersartscouncil.org/art-gallery-exhibit.

The gallery is free and open to the public, from 8:30 am to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 am to noon Saturdays during Summer Farmers Market hours.

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whole leadership team at Conner Prairie, the same as Heartland, is working with Conner Prairie. We see it as the beginning of a longDuring the Indy Shorts International Film term partnership.”

Festival in July, organizers presented a Sorvig said there will likely be room for hybrid schedule of virtual 200 cars per night.

FILM and in-person screenings “We’re looking to do a mix over at Tibbs Drive-In Theatre. three nights of films that are up for It worked so well that Heartland awards this year and some clasInternational Film Festival Artistic sic films that can get people out,” Director Greg Sorvig said a similar Sorvig said. “A lot of our attendees concept will be used by Heartland do come from Hamilton County. We with the addition of three nights of have attendees from all over the Sovrig pop-up drive-in showings at Conner central Indiana area and the state.

Prairie in Fishers. Heartland scheduled two It’s neat to partner with Conner Prairie, themed films each evening Oct. 12-14 at which has such a great following on the Conner Prairie’s parking lot during the Oct. north side (of Indianapolis area) as well.”

8-18 festival. The other evening shows will The Heartland film schedule is slated to be at Tibbs. be released Sept. 17.

“The spotlight will either be on Conner Even though theaters have reopened, Prairie or Tibbs,” Sorvig said.

Sorvig said it wasn’t clear that would be the Sorvig, a Carmel resident, said Heartland case in October with all the changes during has discussed with Conner Prairie before the pandemic. about partnering.

“We erred on the side of caution and “It was a great time for us to get togethwanted to make sure everyone was safe,” er and talk about some real options for the he said. “We are going to have no actual sitfall,” Sorvig said. “This is a full partnership. down inside screenings this year.”

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Porto sings in ‘Opera in the Park’

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Miami and I had many canceled performances. It’s good to be making music again. It’s what I do, and I think an opera is more than Like many performers, Rafael Porto has a job. It’s kind of a lifestyle. I definitely miss had his career put on hold for several not being able to perform, so I’m glad to months. research different ways to make it PERFORMANCE Porto had possible.” been living in Porto, a 2009 Ben Davis High Miami as an artist-in-residence at School graduate, earned his underFlorida Grand Opera, but when the graduate degree at Butler Universipandemic began he returned to his ty and master’s degree from Indiana parents’ home in Indianapolis.

University’s Jacobs School of Music.

Porto will take part in Indianap“Opera can seem like it’s unapPorto olis Opera’s “Opera in the Park” at 7 proachable, sometimes a little scary p.m. Sept. 11 at MacAllister Amphitheater at to people,” Porto said. “But I think opera can Garfield Park in Indianapolis. It’s the third be really easy to grasp, appreciate and love. year the company has hosted the free conBut I think sometimes you have a bit of forcert. Capacity for social distancing is 500 mal stigma to it, dressing up and (knowing) and all those tickets have been claimed. when to clap at the right times.”

The event will be led by Indianapolis Porto took part in the first staged opera Opera Artistic Advisor Alfred Savia. Angela production in the U.S. after the lockdown Brown will be a featured vocalist along with was lifted in early July at the Northern Porto, a bass baritone soloist.

Lights Music Festival in Minnesota.

“I’ve worked with Indianapolis Opera “That was a different experience because since 2011. It was one of my first shows,” it was a full opera production,” Porto said. “I Porto said. “I’m super honored to be part of definitely give credit to anybody that’s trythis just to make some music again. Things ing any new thing to just keep doors open.” ended abruptly (in March) when I was in

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Celtic Pretzel

Commentary by Anna Skinner Address: Noblesville Farmers Market, 175 S. Logan St. What to get: Hand-rolled soft pretzel Price: $4 Anna’s take: Food trucks are popular at farmers markets, and one you shouldn’t miss is Celtic Pretzel. Owners Joshua and Stacey Noelle are from Noblesville. Celtic Pretzel offers two types of pretzels – the classic, served with or without coarse sea salt, and The Sugar & Spice, which is topped with turbinado sugar and ground cinnamon.

The pretzels are served warm. For an extra

The classic pretzel is hand-rolled and topped with coarse sea salt. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

dollar, you can choose a dipping sauce of either nacho cheese, cream cheese, housemade Bailey’s Irish Cream glaze, Ghirardelli Black Label Chocolate, Ghirardelli White Chocolate or Ghirardelli Caramel. Pretzels are made fresh from Killian’s Irish Red Lager, Irish butter and Celtic sea salt. They are hand-rolled. Celtic Pretzel’s only machinery is a warming oven. The pretzels are a great treat as fall approaches.

Visit Celtic Pretzel on Facebook to learn where the truck will be.

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Blueprint for Improvement: Modern living in Zionsville Commentary by Larry Greene

THE SOLUTION

After

Before

1. The built-ins were replaced with floating acrylic laminate cabinetry and custom-made floating poplar shelves. The cabinets are topped with quartz.

2. The fireplace is now the star of the room, covered in a beautiful tile that mimics burnished steel. The firebox was converted from woodburning to gas.

3. The hearth was designed with a recessed space to accommodate the television.

4. Luxury vinyl flooring provides clean lines and unparalleled durability.

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Larry Greene is the owner of Case Design/Remodeling; email him at lgreene@caseindy. com. Visit caseindy. com for more remodeling inspiration and advice.

This 1977 home is in Zionsville’s Colony Woods neighborhood. The homeowners wanted to update the family room fireplace and surrounding built-ins with a clean, modern style.

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Prague’s Charles Bridge and replica statue of John of Nepomuk. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Crossing Prague’s Charles Bridge Commentary by Don Knebel A 600-year-old bridge in Prague, Czech Republic, is often considered the most beautiful bridge in Europe. A TRAVEL famous statue remembers a grim part of its history.

Prague lies along the 267-mile-long Vltava River that runs north and south through central Europe. By the Middle Ages, Prague had become the capital of Bohemia and an important trading city, with a fording site on the river. In 1170, the king of Bohemia built a bridge at the fording site, which was destroyed by a flood in 1342. In 1355, Charles IV became Holy Roman Emperor, determined to make his native Prague the most important city in the Empire. In 1357, he began building a new bridge across the Vltava, linking Prague Castle with Old Town. When completed in 1402, the bridge, later named Charles Bridge, was 1,693 feet long and 33 feet wide, supported on 16 sandstone arches. Traffic entered the bridge though massive Gothic towers.

In 1393, a cleric named John of Nepomuk became involved in a bitter religious dispute

with Wenceslaus IV, the king of Bohemia.

When John refused to back down, Wenceslaus ordered him tortured and thrown from the incomplete Charles Bridge into the river, where he drowned. John was buried in the Prague Cathedral and became the patron saint of Bohemia. In March 1683, on what was incorrectly thought to be the 300th anniversary of St. John’s death, a bronze statue of him was erected along the south side of the Charles Bridge, his head surrounded by five stars. During the following century, 29 more statues of saints were erected along the bridge.

Following reconstruction of the Charles Bridge in the 1970s, all but pedestrian traffic was banned. For good luck, many crossing the bridge touch it just below the statue of St. John of Nepomuk, now a replica of the original.

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PUBLIC NOTICE FOR NOTICE OF INTENT Cripe (3939 Priority Way South Drive, Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46240) is submitting an NOI letter to notify the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of our intent to comply with the requirements under 327 IAC 15-5 to discharge storm water from construction activities for the following project: Crew Headquarters located in Hamilton County, Fishers, Indiana. The project is located at 11700 Exit Five Parkway.

Run-off from the project site will discharge to Mud Creek-Sand Creek. Questions or comments should be directed to Chris Wiseman, PE, of Cripe at 317-706-6429.

CITY OF FISHERS BOARD OF ZONING APPEAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals at 6:00 PM, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th in the Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana.

REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of a development standards variance to permit a 7’ tall masonry and wrought iron fence located in the front yard.

LOCATION: The Proposal is located at 12301 Florida Road, Fortville, IN 46040, also known as 13-12-31-00-00-004.000.

The case file about this project is available for public review in the office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda with room location details and case related information will be posted on the City’s website forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting specified above.

Written objections filed with the secretary of the Board of Zoning Appeals before the hearing will be considered. If you would like your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing date noted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public hearing.

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CITY OF FISHERS BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals at 6:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23rd in the Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana.

REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of Development Standards Variance from section 3.2.3.B.5a R2Residential Development Standards to allow the construction of a swimming pool.

LOCATION: The Proposal is located at 10560 Geist View Drive, also known as 13-15-11-00-17023.000.

The case file about this project is available for public review in the office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda with room location details and case related information will be posted on the City’s website forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting specified above.

Written objections filed with the secretary of the Board of Zoning Appeals before the hearing will be considered. If you would like your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing date noted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public hearing.

Department of Planning and Zoning City of Fishers 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN 46038 (317) 595-3120 www.fishers.in.us CITY OF FISHERS BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals at 6:00 PM, Thursday, 9/23/2020 in the Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana.

REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of a Development Standards Variance from section(s) 6.2.2.A, 6.2.2.B, and 6.2.2.C Accessory Structure Standards to allow the construction of a detached garage.

LOCATION: The Proposal is located at 10700 Brooks School Road, Fishers, IN 46037, also known as 13-15-03-00-00-037.001.

The case file about this project is available for public review in the office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda with room location details and case related information will be posted on the City’s website forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting specified above.

Written objections filed with the secretary of the Board of Zoning Appeals before the hearing will be considered. If you would like your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing date noted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public hearing.

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CITY OF FISHERS BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals at 6:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23rd in the Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana.

REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of a Development Standards Variance from section 3.2.3.B.5a R2-Residential Development Standards to allow the construction of a driveway and other lot improvements.

LOCATION: The Proposal is located at 10755 Geist Cove Way, also known as 13-15-11-00- 19001-.000.

The case file about this project is available for public review in the office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda with room location details and case related information will be posted on the City’s website forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting specified above.

Written objections filed with the secretary of the Board of Zoning Appeals before the hearing will be considered. If you would like your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing date noted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public hearing.

Department of Planning and Zoning City of Fishers 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN 46038 (317) 595-3120 www.fishers.in.us CITY OF FISHERS BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VA-20-20 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 in the Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana.

REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of a Use Variance from Ord. No. 012918B Section 1.01 Permitted uses to allow a restaurant use with a pick up window.

Subject request is located at pad site P1 on the northwest corner of The Yard at Fishers District, on the southside of 116th Street.

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Written objections filed with the secretary of the Board of Zoning Appeals before the hearing will be considered. If you would like your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing date noted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public hearing.

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REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of a Development Standards Variance from section 3.2.3.B.5a R2Residential Development Standards to allow the construction of a swimming pool.

LOCATION: The Proposal is located at 14035 Deer Stone Lane, also known as 13-15-01-00-09011.000.

The case file about this project is available for public review in the office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda with room location details and case related information will be posted on the City’s website forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting specified above.

Written objections filed with the secretary of the Board of Zoning Appeals before the hearing will be considered. If you would like your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing date noted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public hearing.

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CITY OF FISHERS BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VA-20-16 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals at 6:00PM, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 in the Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana.

REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer comments on the following request (“Proposal”): REQUEST TO CONSIDER A DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS VARIANCE FROM SECTION 6.9.2.A.3. OF THE FISHERS UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE (UDO) TO ALLOW THE PARKING OF A RECREATION VEHICLE WITHIN AN ESTABLISHED FRONT YARD. LOCATION: The Proposal is located at 11 FOREST RIDGE COURT, also known as PARCEL: 14-15-07-02-01-002.000.

For those interested in providing public comment, the City of Fishers has established an online form to submit your comment(s), which will be read during the meeting. This form can be found at www.fishers.in.us. Alternatively, written comments, e-mails, and/or questions about the project request may be provided to the department contact prior to the public hearing meeting.

The case file about this project is available for public review in the office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda with room location details and case related information will be posted on the City’s website forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting specified above.

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