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From left, Noblesville Common Council members Greg O’Connor, Chris Jensen and Megan Wiles, Noblesville Mayor John Ditslear, Westfield Mayor Andy Cook and Westfield City Council President Jim Ake break ground on the Midland Trace Trail in Noblesville. (Submitted photos)

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Joining Noblesville for the groundbreaking was Westfield Mayor Andy Cook and other Westfield officials. The two mayors “passed the shovel” as Westfield completed its 3.75mile portion in November 2016, which runs from Gray Road to Union Street. Westfield will continue developing its portion west to connect with the Monon Trail.

The trail is expected to be completed this fall. For more, visit bit.ly/2nrFOYu.

On March 31, City of Noblesville officials broke ground on its first phase of the Midland Trace Trail, a 12-foottransportation wide multi-use path that will connect Westfield’s portion of the trail at Gray Road, east to Hazel Dell Road.

The city said the project increases Noblesville’s trail availability and connectivity and accomplishes a goal of making the city more

From left, Economic Development Specialist Aaron Head, Deputy Mayor Steve Cooke, Assistant Engineering Director Jim Hellmann, Assistant Economic Development Director Alaina Shonkwiler, Community Development Manager Kristi Spehler and Assistant Parks Director Mike Hoffmeister break ground on Midland Trace Trail.

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Meet a public servant: Gary Pitcock • Hometown: Westfield • Rank: Engineer, Noblesville Fire Dept.

• Years of service: 14 • Station/crew: Station 77, C-crew.

• EMT or Paramedic: “Not just any EMT, but EMT of the year 2015.”

• Technical Rescue Team: No • Dive Team: No

• Hazardous Materials Team: No • Activities/hobbies: “Crossfit, working on my house and playing dad to three awesome Pitcock boys.”

• What he did before NFD: Building supervisor for Drees Homes of Indianapolis and Nashville

Teacher of the Month—Students in grades K-12 are invited to enter Current’s Teacher of the Month contest sponsored by the Edge Guys. Participants should send a 100-word essay explaining why their teacher should be named Teacher of the Month. Winning students will receive a pizza party for their class, sponsored by Papa Johns.

Winning teachers will receive a $50 visa gift card. Essays are due by April 24 and should be emailed to teacher@youarecurrent.com.

Mother’s Day essay callout—What makes your mom special? What do you love most about your mom? Current wants to know! Send a 300-word essay explaining what makes your mom amazing to sophie@youarecurrent. com by April 18. Photos are welcome and encouraged. Select essays and photos will be chosen to run in print and online.

Noblesville Prayer Breakfast—The 12th annual Noblesville Prayer Breakfast is set for 7 a.m. May 4. Noblesville Mayor John Ditslear hosts this event in conjunction with the National Day of Prayer. This year’s keynote speaker will be Nancy Chance, a lifelong Noblesville resident and founder and executive director of Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County. The event will take place at White River Christian Church, 1685 N. 10th St., Noblesville. Proceeds will benefit the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Chaplaincy program. Reservations are required no later than April 24. For more, or to RSVP, email mayorsevents@ noblesville.in.us, or call 317-776-6324.

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April 11, the Noblesville Common Council will gather for a regular meeting at the City Hall Council Chambers, 16 S. 10th St., Noblesville. For more, or to see an agenda, visit www.cityofnoblesville.org.

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City roundup: parks and rec news@currentnoblesville.com EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City of Noblesville recently released its year-end annual report. The report details major accomcomprehensive plishments from every city departreport ment and within the community during 2016, and each week, Current in Noblesville will be highlighting a portion of the report. To see the full report, visit bit.ly/2lDGclL. Last year was a busy year with a number of new faces, projects and improvements for the Noblesville Parks Dept.

The construction of Federal Hill Commons neared completion in 2016. The park will officially open April 29.

The recreation division hired a new assistant recreation director and charged ahead with Noble Kids Camps and new, inhouse recreation programming opportunities. The award-winning Recreation Annex at Ivy Tech Community College Hamilton County Campus continues to be successful, with more than $24,000 in revenue and the addition of the auditorium.

Improvements made in 2016 include replacing several facilities with energyefficient LED lights, adding automated door locks to the outdoor restrooms in Forest Park and resurfacing the trail bridge on Lakeview Drive.

A bicentennial tree was planted at Forest Park to honor Indiana’s 200th birthday. The “Tree of Hope” was part of an Eagle Scout project. At Dillon Park, a gaga pit was built between the playground and restroom building. Planned park improvements in 2017 include continuing LED light conversions at multiple parks, surface repaving and Shelter No. 3 replacement at Forest Park, seal coating and striping parking lots at Dillon Park and starting phase one of Finch Creek Park.

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parks stats (2016) Park acres managed Trail miles LED lights installed Trees replanted Shelter rentals Third-party special events Picnic area rentals Indoor banquet facility rentals Eagle Scout projects completed Full-time employees Combined years of service

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brought back the Tuesday Evening ChooseUp game in 2016. Fox Prairie was host to more than 40 golf outings and tournaments and was the only location in Noblesville to host the First Tee program. A number of course improvements were made in 2016, including bunker edging and bridgework.

The driving range had a number of trees planted and received a facelift.

In 2016, more than 26,000 rounds of golf were played at Fox Prairie and Forest Park golf courses.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS Google Trekker: Through the Indiana Parks & Recreation Association, Noblesville was the first parks agency in the state to use the Google Trekker. The department “trekked” local trails, more than 30 miles.

Recreation annex: The partnership between Noblesville Parks and Ivy Tech Community College of Hamilton County to create the Recreation Annex received an IRPA award for “Good to Great” resource improvement.

Finch Creek Park: The first phase, estimated to cost $8.9 million, was approved by the Noblesville Common Council and is scheduled to start in 2017. In addition, a partnership was established with Klipsch/ Card Athletic Facilties, LLC. to bring a $15 million fieldhouse to Finch Creek Park.

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The Noblesville Street Dept. has begun street sweeping throughout the city.

Using two sweepers, the roads street department will start in Old Town before moving from the downtown area into the subdivisions.

The entire process could take up to two months to reach every street and neighborhood.

Street Commissioner Patty Johnson said the spring sweep will take place throughout the month and in May. Another sweep will occur in July and August.

“In addition to having clean roadways, street sweeping improves air standards and stormwater quality for the citizens of Noblesville because it picks up nutrients and sediments from street surfaces before they can be washed off in stormwater runoff,” Johnson stated in a press release.

“These operations are vital to our total city structure.”

By removing leaves and other debris that collect in the gutters, sweeping prevents localized flooding during heavy rains.

Sweeping also removes metal particles and other hazardous waste products left

This season’s street sweeping will continue through May. (Submitted photo)

by passing vehicles. If left on the roadway, waste products can harm fish and other wildlife when they reach creeks and rivers.

“Residents are asked to assist in the cleaning effort by removing any loose limbs found on roadways and by keeping bagged leaves on their property. Because of the damage they cause the equipment, sweepers go around limbs on streets and do not return once passed,” Johnson said. “Also, if (residents) have the option to park (their) vehicle off the street, that would assist us.”

When severe weather conditions exist, the city said street sweeping might be postponed if it is deemed not beneficial to the public. The cycle also will not interfere with downtown Noblesville being swept at least once each week.

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Noblesville girl featured in Riley license plate campaign

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Kicking off its annual license plate campaign featuring the recognizable little red wagon, 7-year-old Kilyn Dripps of fundraiser Noblesville is one of four Riley Hospital for Children patients featured on billboards across Indianapolis from now until June 25.

The billboards are to encourage Indiana motorists to put the Riley red wagon plates on their vehicles.

Dripps was born with tumors near her eye and an interrupted aortic arch and a large ventricular septal defect. While spending her first month of life in the Riley Newborn Intensive Care Unit, she underwent her first open-heart surgery to repair her interrupted aortic arch at only a week old. At the age of 2, Kilyn’s ventricular septal defect was repaired in her second open-heart surgery.

With 15 surgeries under her belt, Dripps is a second-grader at Hinkle Creek Elementary in Noblesville and raises money for Riley through her annual Kilyn’s Krusaders lemonade stand.

She also served as a Riley ornament artist dur-

Seven-year-old Kilyn Dripps of Noblesville will be featured on Indianapolis billboards like this for the Riley Children’s Foundation. (Submitted photo)

ing the 2016 holiday season. Dripps said she is excited to help raise money for other kids with medical needs.

Riley plates are available for cars, trucks or motorcycles. A $25 tax-deductible gift goes straight to Riley Children’s Foundation with each plate purchase. Plates raise more than $40,000 for Riley Hospital each year. Motorists can switch to a Riley plate at any time, even if the license plate is not up for renewal. The BMW will prorate the fee. In 2016, more than 16,000 Indiana motorists across the state had a Riley red wagon specialty license plate.

Drivers can visit MyRileyPlate.org, or any Indiana license branch, and request a Riley plate.

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Dispatch Bryan Clauson Strut 2 Save Lives — Family members of late Noblesville racecar driver Bryan Clauson are prepping for their third annual dogwalk event at 11 a.m. April 30 Clauson at Forest Park in Noblesville. Clauson died Aug. 7, 2016, from injuries after a crash at the Belleville (Kan.) Nationals midget car race on Aug. 6. As an organ donor, Clauson’s heart, lungs, kidneys and liver saved five lives, and his tissue enhanced up to 75 lives.

The event will include several registration levels. Registration for the event begins at 10 a.m., and final walkers will begin no later than 3 p.m. To register for the event, visit bit.ly/2oAbUVv. To register to become a donor through the Clauson campaign, visit registerme.org/Campaign/ BryanClauson.

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reverence, service to the poor, dedication, creativity and integrity. Nominations are made by peers and based on the following Noblesville Fire Dept. firefighter and criteria: volunteerism, community service, paramedic Tony Murray has been recogcore value commitment, leadership, nized as an public safety “Angel Medic” professionalism and appropriate medical care. for 2017.

“Tony has been very dedicated Each year, St.Vincent Health to the EMS and firefighting profesgives the honor to an EMT or sions, as well as his community,” paramedic from each department Division Chief of EMS James Macky in Hamilton County. The purpose stated in a press release. “His work of the award is to provide public Murray for the Noblesville Fire Dept. is recognition for those contribuinvaluable, and he is well-deserving of this tions made to patient care that align with award.” the St.Vincent Core Values of wisdom,

Dispatches City, county offering offering discounted rain barrels — The Noblesville Clean Stormwater Program has teamed up with the Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District to again provide Noblesville residents and business owners discounted rain barrels, which collect and store rain water that would otherwise be lost – while supplies last. Residents may pre-order rain barrels for $30 beginning now at the Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District office, 1717 Pleasant St., Suite 100, Noblesville. In order to qualify for this discount, residents/business must do three things: (1) provide a City of Noblesville Wastewater Utility bill that shows his/her name and address, (2) take one or more of the online clean water improvement pledges at clearchoicescleanwater.org and print the confirmation or show the email of the pledge, and (3) pre-pay $30.00 (cash or check preferred) to the Hamilton County SWCD office. Rain barrels are limited to one per address. The retail value of rain barrels is normally $80 or higher. The barrels are designed to keep debris and insects (including mosquitos) out and saves homeowners money by allowing them to use for gardens, lawns, car and window washing, etc. For more, call 317-773-2181, or visit hamiltonswcd.org.

Boys & Girls Club receives grant — The Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville recently received a $10,000 grant from the City of Noblesville Fund and Legacy Fund, a Central Indiana Community Foundation affiliate.

The grant is intended for to support the club’s academic success programs in 2017

and 2018. With the support of the CICF, the BGCN says it will be able to continue to provide the community’s youth with academic success resources during afterschool programming. In 2016, 847 youth participated in BGCN’s homework help programs. The CICF was established in 1997 as a partnership between The Indianapolis Foundation, serving Marion County since 1916, and Legacy Fund, serving Hamilton County since 1991.

Brush pickup — The Noblesville Street Dept. has announced that its seasonal brush pickup has begun, and the free service will continue through Oct. 13. Pick up is made on the street side only with no alley collections. All brush must be placed as close to the curb as possible without going in to the street. Residents are asked to stack brush in small piles that are no more than four feet in length and 18 inches in diameter (4’x18”). Pickups will be made once each week on the same day as residents’ regular trash collection day but not necessarily the same time. The street department also will be collecting bagged leaves.

The biodegradable bags must only contain leaves and not twigs or grass clippings.

Bagged leaves may be placed next to brush piles and follow the same rules and pickup schedule. Free, green biodegradable bags are available to Noblesville residents at all fire stations, city hall (16 S. 10th St.), street department (1575 Pleasant St.), parks department (701 Cicero Rd.) and the Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Center (1717 Pleasant St.).

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Janus to host 9th breakfast

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Janus Developmental Services clients, parents and staff will present 2016 success stories at its ninth annual fundevent raising breakfast scheduled for 7 a.m. April 21 at 502 East Event Center in Carmel.

The organization serves clients with disabilities to prepare them for work and participating in the community. The event is free. Senior Vice President of Development Debbie Laird said attendees will be asked for donations.

“Last year’s event was attended by a little over 400 individuals that included elected officials, parents, business professionals and Janus staff,” Laird said. “It’s a chance to celebrate the successes Janus has had in the last year with our clients, staff and our parents.”

This year’s fundraising goal is $85,000.

“We’ve got several parents talking this year about the opportunities for their children and what they have been able to experience due to success with the Janus program,” Laird said. “We also have an employer in the community who will be talk-

Board member Selina Stoller and her daughter, client Amelia, attend last year’s fundraising breakfast. (Submitted photo)

ing about the wonderful service they have received with (Janus) clients working for them and how they would encourage other employers to consider hiring clients with a disability.”

Clients will participate throughout the event, such as handing out programs or speaking.

“Each year, we try to include our clients in the program,” Laird said.

Reservations are required and can be made by emailing Laird at dlaird@janus-inc. org. For more, visit janus-inc.org.

Safe Families for Children holds 12th-annual event

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Safe Families for Children will host its 12th-annual golf outing May 15 at the Bridgewater Country Club, 3535 E. 161st St., to benefit families in fundraiser crisis.

“We are a child welfare organization, and our mission is to strengthen families and care for children when families cannot,” said Beth Bishop, director of communications, fundraising and development for Safe Families. “The way we do that is we place children into host families for a temporary period of time to give parents the time and space they need to get back on their feet.”

The cost to participate is $1,000 for a foursome and $250 per individual. Hole sponsorships are available for $300. Registration begins at 11 a.m., followed by lunch.

“Tee off is at 12:30 p.m. They will play, and we do have several contests throughout the day,” Bishop said. “Then afterwards, we will have a little banquet to recognize that

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The 12th-annual Safe Families for Children golf outing is scheduled for May 15. (Submitted photo)

and to talk about Safe Families and what we do. We will provide a light dinner.”

All the money raised will go directly toward building short-term and long-term relationships with families at risk.

“Most of us have family or friends we can call on if you have a medical crisis, but the families we work with on a daily basis don’t have that kind of support system they can call on,” Bishop said. “We try to build that community support system for them. We intervene for that immediate crisis but we also want to a long-term support system for them.”

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McMahon hopes book will help rescue animals

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com A rescue dog named Sweetie brought much joy into Sharon McMahon’s life.

Now, McMahon wants to author help ease the way for others to open their homes to dogs or cats in need.

The Noblesville resident wrote a book, “Sweetie’s Scars: A Journey of Hurt, Hope and Healing,” about her time with Sweetie, an American Eskimo dog she and her husband Bruce rescued in 2005. Sweetie died in November 2016 at age 16.

McMahon plans to donate any royalties from the book to the Humane Society for Hamilton County to help dogs and cats, which may be wounded or may need medical assistance to help them become more adoptable. The fund, called Sweetie’s Rainbow Fund, also helps senior dogs and cats.

McMahon said there might be someone who wants to adopt a dog or cat but is not in position to incur a lot of medical expenses.

McMahon brought Sweetie home from a bad situation in Peru, Ind., where she had been badly injured. McMahon learned about Sweetie through the American Eskimo breed rescue group.

“We took her to our veterinarian, and it was determined she needed surgery right away,” McMahon said. “She had two surgeries. In the first surgery, it took 60 stitches to close up her wounds. Through rehab and therapy and lots of medical care, she was with us until November.”

The McMahons also have two other res-

Sharon and Bruce McMahon’s rescue dog, Sweetie. (Submitted photo)

cue animals, a cat and a dog.

“If an animal goes into the humane society shelter wounded, they will obviously provide the proper medical care for the animal immediately,” McMahon said. “They will not let an animal suffer. But the Sweetie Rainbow Fund is going to help provide that care and help any potential adopters care for that animal.”

McMahon said the book is written from her perspective as well as Sweetie’s.

“Each chapter has Sweetie’s words and mine,” McMahon said.

The small book, which includes photos, costs $5.38 and is available at Amazon.com.

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Sandusky to speak against abuse

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The annual breakfast is held in conjunction with Child Abuse Prevention Month. The 2017 event will feature a few changes.

“We will be having a hot breakfast this Matthew Sandusky, adopted son of year. Before we had a continental breakformer Penn State football coach Jerry fast,” Powers said. “We are trying Sandusky, will to make small tweaks, because fundraiser be the featured it’s an amazing opportunity for the speaker at the community to hear about us.” seventh annual Friends of Chaucie’s The event will start with breakPlace Breakfast set for 7 a.m. April fast, followed by a presentation 26 at Ritz Charles. discussing what Chaucie’s Place In 2012, Jerry Sandusky was does for the community. Sandusky found guilty of sexually abusing Sandusky will speak after the presentation. young boys and sentenced to 30 to “We do a state-of-the-center address. We 60 years in prison. Matthew Sandusky said he experienced abuse by his adopted father talk about the agency and the programs we do. The dollars raised go back into our between the ages of 8 and 17. programs. We’re very focused and driven “He has turned that experience as a surby our servitude to the community. We use vivor into starting his own agency called them to reach out about prevention,” PowPeaceful Hearts Foundation. He is speaking ers said. to us about the grooming process by abusThe cost to attend is $20 per person or ers and survival,” said Brady Powers, Chau$250 for a table sponsorship. Guests can cie’s Place director of programs. purchase tickets by visiting chauciesplace.

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Breakfast features legislators

By Adam Aasen • adam@currentinwestfield.com Hamilton County’s state legislators came together at a breakfast hosted by OneZone at Conner Prairie last month.

WTHR reporter Kevin Rader politics moderated the discussion between state representatives Kathy Richardson, Jerry Torr, Donna Schaibley and Tony Cook and state senators Luke Kenley, John Ruckelshaus, Mike Delph and Jim Merritt. All of them represent portions of Hamilton County.

Two main topics were how a repeal of the Affordable Care Act will affect Indiana’s Medicaid expansion program, HIP 2.0, and the proposed gas tax to fund road improvements statewide.

As for HIP 2.0, the legislators said Indiana is in wait-and-see mode. About 250,000 Hoosiers have coverage through the program, and a proposed replacement for the ACA would slowly phase out matching funds to the state to pay for health care. It could have an impact on the state’s budget, legislators said.

The proposed gas tax would increase the state’s current gas tax from 18 cents to 28 cents. It could also be tied to inflation, which means it could increase each year.

There would also be extra fees for vehicle

IN OUR WORKFORCE From left, State Sen. Jim Merritt, State Sen. John Ruckelshaus, State Sen. Mike Delph, State Rep. Tony Cook, State Sen. Luke Kenley, State Rep. Kathy Richardson, State Rep. Donna Schaibley and State Rep. Jerry Torr at the breakfast. (Photo

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registration and a $150 fee for electric vehicles. The changes are designed to raise an estimated $1.2 billion a year for road upkeep and construction.

“We’ve had no tax increase in this area since 2003, so the tax has actually been a tax cut since the buying power of the 18-cent gas tax has decreased over time,” Kenley said.

There also were questions about whether to create a scratch-off lottery ticket to raise money for veterans. Delph said he supports the idea. He said some money could go for care such as hyperbaric oxygen treatments for veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder.

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obituaries Elinor S. Curtis, 87, Noblesville, died March 31. She was born Oct. 14, 1929, to Hugh and Virginia Finley (Wills) Stanton in Memphis, Tenn.

For more than 30 years, Elinor was a bookkeeper for sevCurtis eral companies in Memphis. She had a passion for her prison ministry, both in Memphis and Mobile, Ala. Most of all, Elinor loved being with her family.

She is survived by her sons, Ed (Donna) Curtis and Joe (Jean Marie) Curtis, grandchildren Thomas (Katie) Curtis and Katie Curtis, step-grandchildren Joey, Jason and Michael Hearn, sister Ida (Jim) Holmes, nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Elinor was preceded in death by her husband, John J. Curtis, Jr. and siblings Julie Bales, Sarah Garner, Louise Payne and Hugh Stanton, Jr.

William E. Carey, 84, Noblesville, died March 31. He was born Aug. 15, 1932 to the late George and Carrie (Williams) Carey in Noblesville, Ind. Bill proudly served his country in the United States Army durCarey ing the Korean War. He worked as a painter for many years.

He is survived by his wife, Elese Carey, sons William (Karen) Carey, Steve Carey and Scott (Sharon) Carey, grandchildren Joe Carey, Samantha Carey and Seth Carey and sister Barbara Davis, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his siblings, Norma Carey, Jack Carey, Linda Parton, Dan Carey and Sandy Carey.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Stroke Association, Memorials and Tributes Lockbox 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.

Charles Edward Turk, 75, Noblesville, died April 3. He was born Nov. 21, 1941, to the late Charles and Louise (Neiger) Turk in Beech Grove, Ind. After graduating from Howe High School, Ed attended Indiana University and went on to work in installation for Western Electric, AT&T and Lucent Technologies for 37 years. Ed enjoyed attending sportTurk ing events, plays and concerts as well as researching genealogy and dancing.

He was an avid sports fan who cheered on the Indianapolis Colts, Indiana Hoosiers and Butler Bulldogs and, in his younger years, coached youth sports. He especially loved attending any event in which his grandchildren participated as their biggest supporter.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Barbara Turk, children Louis Dewayne (Barbara) Turk, Carl Edward (Barbara) Turk and Jennifer Ann (David) Bigley, brother Ronald (Carol) Turk, grandchildren Tyler (Anne), Kyleigh (Matt), Jordan, Mia, Cooper, Kirby, Norah, Lucas and Kiera, great-grandson Charles Michael, two nieces and one nephew.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to MDS Foundation, 4573 S. Broad St., Suite 150, Yardville, NJ 08620; or Make-A-Wish Foundation, 7330 Woodland Dr., Suite 201, Indianapolis, IN 46278.

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K-Trails Equestrian Adventures opens, welcomes beginners to Strawtown Koteewi

By Sadie Hunter sadie@youarecurrent.com Hamilton County residents can look no further than Noblesville’s Strawtown Koteewi Park for a new adventure at K-Trails Equestrian Adventures, cover story which opened March 24.

The company has partnered with Hamilton County Parks and Recreation to be housed in the new horse barn on the south half of the 750-acre park.

K-Trails owner and operator John Stewart of Noblesville said he wants to bring his knowledge of horses to those with little to no experience.

“We actually spend 30 minutes going through temperaments of the horse and trail riding rules and regulations, and because we’re on shared trails out here with walkers and bikers, we also teach people how to be considerate of other visitors (of Strawtown Koteewi),” Stewart said.

The facility leases 14 horses from Brown County and houses three of Stewart’s own for a total of 17 horses. Experiences last approximately 90 minutes with approximately 45 minutes of actual riding through the nearly nine miles of trails at Strawtown Koteewi.

Now, with a few weeks of operating KTrails with his family (his two sons serve as operations manager and facilities manager.) under his belt, Stewart is the first to admit that this isn’t what he had in mind for his life.

“It’s funny because when I started this, I had no intention of owning a business here in Hamilton County. I have a full-time job (as director of corporate engagement and sustainability for Boy Scouts of America),” he said. “The county decided to build a horse barn, and I reached out to the Hamilton County Parks Director (Al Patterson) and said, ‘Let me know if you need any help,’ because we had been riding our horses out here (at Strawtown Koteewi) for years.”

Eventually, after the parks department didn’t find exactly what it was looking for in an operator when accepting bids, Stewart submitted his own proposal, an effort he said was driven by a desire to work with the more than 25 Hamilton County businesses that provide lessons and training, and the opportunity to tend to a family passion for animals.

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John Stewart and his wife Suzanne Stewart at the Stawtown Koteewi horse barn. (Photo by Sadie Hunter)

“If somebody wants to take a lesson, we can connect them with all the barns,” Stewart said. “A majority of the people who come for a ride will come once a year for an adventure, as an attraction. Every now and then, a kid is going to say, ‘I want to do this.’ So, we’re doing an intro to horses class here.

“I had an open house with all the different people that own barns and stables in the area and said, ‘I want to know about your business,’ because if a kid wants to be a western rider, there are people who teach that. If a kid wants to jump things, there are people who do that. Or if you’re a kid who wants to shovel manure for free lessons, there are places like that. We’re also looking to provide the ultimate date night or family event.”

Stewart said interest in horses in Hamilton County is more common than people realize.

“In Hamilton County, per capita, we have more horses per people than even Lexing-

ton, Ky.,” Stewart said. “We had more than 150 kids in 4-H horse programs last year.”

Strawtown Koteewi in recent years has added several attraction-based features.

“K-Trails is an excellent addition to the growing adventure area at Strawtown Koteewi Park and complements the adjacent adventure businesses Koteewi Archery and Koteewi Aerial Adventures,” Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Director Al Patterson said. “County Commissioner Steve Dillinger, a horseman himself, has championed and supported the vision for a new equestrian facility at the park, and the county council didn’t blink an eye in its fiscal support. Almost two years of development later, we are excited that K-Trails (has opened). We have been asked for years if there was a way for people to ride at Strawtown Koteewi Park if they don’t have a horse. This relationship now allows us to answer, ‘yes.’”

For more, visit ktrails.com, or call 317-770-8835.

• Background with horses: Has been riding as one of the Headless Horseman at Conner Prairie for 10 years. Is a member of Indiana Trail Riders and the Hamilton County Horseman’s Club. “I first rode a horse at a Boy Scout camp. I was raised in Carmel in a neighborhood, and we never had land for a horse, but when I was kid, I got on a horse and knew that someday I wanted to own one.

Something resonated in my heart,” Stewart said. “So I eventually bought two ponies for my kids, and then I bought a horse, and as soon I owned my own horse, I dove in. That was probably 12 years ago or so. I really found a horsemanship community here over the past 10 years.”

• Career: Works as the director of corporate engagement and sustainability for Boy Scouts of America.

• Education: 1984 graduate of Carmel High School and 1988 graduate of Oral Roberts University • Family: Stewart and his wife, Suzanne, have been married for 28 years and live on a farm with more than 40 animals in Noblesville.

Together, they have two sons, Andrew, who works as the operations manager at K-Trails, and Jay-Daniel, who works as the facilities manager at K-Trails, and a daughter, Julianne, a seventhgrader at Fall Creek Junior High.

• Age: 51

learn more • Address: 11949 Koteewi Dr., Noblesville • Website: ktrails.com • Email: info@ktrails.com • Social media: Facebook: facebook. com/koteewi, Instagram: @ktrails • What’s offered: Family trail rides, guided rides, sunset rides, pony rides, chuckwagon dinner nights, Boy Scout and Girl Scout workshops, corporate outings, family reunions and more.

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Commentary by Terry Anker College towns win big. The local economy benefits from the higher-than-average per capita spending of students (and their benefactors – parents and taxpayers).

Small-town communities that host significant campuses have seen property values and incomes surge even as peer cities without the industrial locus of higher-ed have almost universally stumbled. Moreover, these places tend to see increased levels of education attainment. As the adage goes, folks are being taught to fish rather than being given a fish. The longterm civic advantage of a well-educated population is thoroughly documented and acknowledged.

Indiana State Sen. Luke Kenley has offered a budget amendment to include capital investments into the campuses of Ivy Tech Community College to the tune of $40.2 million for Kokomo and $38.7 million for Muncie. Although not part of our own central Indiana region, it can only serve our larger community. The Kokomo facility was decimated by a tornado this past August. Were it not for the Herculean effort made by students and staff, no learning would be occurring. As to Muncie, it, like all good things, has been a victim of its own success.

Thousands of high-paying Indiana jobs go unfilled because Hoosiers cannot access the instruction required to meet demand.

Investment in Ivy Tech will reap benefits far in excess of the expense for many years to come. Although there are numerous demands on taxpayers, investments in infrastructure, education and other areas that teach people to fish makes sense. Let’s plan the fish fry.

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

REA D ERS ’ V I EWS Raise it for health Editor, Approximately 95 percent of people who are treated for addiction to opioids also are addicted to cigarettes. If we can help people fight the addiction to cigarettes, or even better, never become addicted to begin with, we will save them from a lifetime of chronic diseases and reduce their risk for abusing other drugs.

That is why I am in favor of the “Raise It For Health” campaign to raise the ciga-

rette tax by $1.50 per pack and increase funding for tobacco prevention and cessation programs.

Again, I applaud our lawmakers for wanting to tackle the drug problem, and let’s keep our children drug-free by increasing the cigarette tax by $1.50.

George L. Kristo, executive director, Hamilton County Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs

Editor, Indiana is consistently ranked near the bottom of the 50 states for health, a statistic made worse because too many Hoosiers smoke. The Institute of Medicine says the most reliable method to reduce tobacco use is to increase the price of tobacco products.

If legislators choose to raise the cigarette tax by just $1 instead of $1.50, more than

16,000 Hoosier kids will become smokers, and 4,500 moms and babies will be impacted by smoking over the next five years.

Please ask your legislators to pass the original request of $1.50 increase to the cigarette tax to encourage more smokers to quit and to prevent children from ever starting to smoke.

Let’s Raise It For Health.

Carol Dixon, Cicero

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Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In Barre, Vt., all residents shall bathe every Saturday night.

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I made it! I survived a 15-hour car ride through the night that included, but was not limited to, stream-ofhumor consciousness, high-volume diatribes from three teenagers; the constant threat of severe weather; an honest-to-God highway collapse; and a very early morning rendezvous with my husband Doo at the Atlanta airport car rental drop-off. I credit a poorly-made CD of “The Sound of Music” and the promise of sand and sleep for this miraculous feat of driving. Go, me!

Yes, friends, for the first time in five years, I am enjoying a spring break vacation with my beloved family (actually, I am missing one child, as she is a member of a militant color guard team and was denied leave.

I did consider staying to support her at their national competition, but after about three seconds, opted for vacay). Usually, because I teach in a neighboring school district with a different calendar, I’ve wallowed in Midwest self-pity while they frolic along Floridian beaches. But thanks to a unique alignment of Jupiter and Mars, we had the same week off in April. Woo-hoo!

So here I am, two days post-drive, feeling almost like myself again. I’ve slept for 10 hours both nights, already had my coralpainted toes in the Gulf, and unlike Doo and Boy Twin, have successfully avoided Fifth Disease-esque sunburn. And yesterday (gulp), we ate a real dinner, (tear) at a real table, (full-on weeping), all together!

Because that is what family vacation is all about - spending time with each other sans the distractions of the daily grind. Re-establishing connections that have been pushed by the wayside. And laughing at my terrible rendition of “Edelweiss” while making fun of Doo’s splotchy red chest. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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Dispatch Case Design/Remodeling of Indianapolis opens second area location — Case Design/Remodeling of Indy has announced the opening of its second Greater Indianapolis location, in Meridian Kessler.

Case’s original location, which serves as the company headquarters and remodeling showroom, is located in Carmel at Greene 992 Carmel Dr., Suite 100.

Case has been serving homeowners in the greater Indianapolis area for more than 13 years, providing full-scale residential remodeling services. There are several events planned for the coming months to celebrate the grand opening of the new Case Meridian Kessler Neighborhood Design Studio, including a Kitchen and Bath Seminar and Launch Party as well as participating in upcoming neighborhood events.

The Meridian Kessler Neighborhood Design Studio is at 5912 N. College Ave., Indianapolis. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Saturday by appointment. For more, visit caseindy.com, or call 317-846-2600.

By Desiree Williams news@currentnoblesville.com Attitudes, action and faith are important to Scott Beck, president of Beck’s Hybrids. leadership “Attitude and work ethic play an important role in what we do and how we get along,” Beck said at the March 23 Hamilton County Leadership Academy’s community storyteller event at Beck’s hangar at the Indianapolis Executive Airport in Zionsville.

Beck’s Hybrids was created in 1937 when Lawrence Beck and his son, Francis, planted a three-acre portion of hybrid parent-seed corn on their farm in Hamilton County. Eighty years later, it is the largest family owned seed company in the U.S., serving farmers in nine states.

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Regardless of your current level of physical activity, the idea of running a marathon shouldn’t scare you. But it’s a process. The key is to start fitness small and work your way toward endurance very gradually — and by gradually, I mean at least a year or more.

For those who are not so active, it’s a good idea to consult your primary care provider before beginning any new exercise program. Having said that, a good starting point would be to walk 10 to 15 minutes, three days a week. This may take several weeks, but when you do feel energized enough to up your routine, try brisk walking for 30 minutes, five days a week.

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One more note: Don’t buy brand new shoes for race day. Wear the type and brand of shoes you trained in, and break them in a few weeks beforehand.

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By Heather Collins news@currentnoblesville.com Hamilton County cheese lovers, rejoice and unite. Return of the Mac will hit Hamilton County June 3. food Chef’s Night Off and MOKB Presents have announced that Noblesville will be the next stop for Return of the Mac, a food festival dedicated to mac n’ cheese.

“I’ve spent the last four years working with the upper echelon of the region’s food scene and realized I had been alienating the average diner,” said R.J. Wall, festival co-founder and Chef’s Night Off Ambassador of Awesome. “So I thought and thought about what is the most loved food in America that translates well to a festival style event? Duh! Mac n’ cheese.”

Wall said he believes Indiana is a perfect state to represent the average American who loves comfort food.

“I’ll bet my bottom dollar that the lion’s share of Indiana’s population loves mac n’ cheese,” Wall said.

Return of the Mac co-founder, R.J. Wall, left, with celebrity chef and male model, Craig Baker of The Local. The festival will feature 25 mac n’ cheese cuisines from local restaurants and chefs. (Submitted photo)

Wall won’t be losing his bottom dollar.

It turns out Hoosiers really do love mac n’ cheese. Earlier this year, the festival soldout in Bloomington and Indianapolis, with the Indy festival selling out in less than an hour. Hamilton County will be the final 2017 stop for the festival.

“I think Hamilton County is an underserved market with a lot fun people and families looking to get out and have a

great time,” Wall said. “There are so many great facilities and an abundance of awesome, locally owned restaurants to work with.”

During the event, attendees can sample cheesy goodness from 25 Noblesville and north Indianapolis restaurants. The mac n’ cheese creations will be judged by a panel of local foodies who will determine the winner of the “Golden Noodle.” Residents can vote in the Yelp! Crowd Favorite Competition. Some participating restaurants include The Local, Barley Island, Four Day Ray, The Coterie and Rail Epicurean.

Return of the Mac will be 1-5 p.m. June 3 at the Federal Hill Commons, at 175 Logan St. in Noblesville. The Federal Hill Commons also will host the Noblesville Main Street Farmer’s Market and a free concert by the rock band 16 Candles.

Tickets are $25 for general admission, $40 for VIP Early Entry tickets and children under the age of six are free.

Tickets grant access to unlimited 2-hour sampling. For information or to purchase tickets, visit returnofthemacfest.com.

Program to celebrate flowers, art April 20

By Heather Collins news@currentnoblesville.com The Carmel Arts Council will celebrate the art of florals April 20 at Ritz Charles from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

EVENT “This is going to be a beautiful event that pairs art with florals,” said Jayme McComas, “Art in Bloom” chairperson.

McComas said similar events have been held in St. Petersburg, Fla., and Boston.

“I thought it would be a beautiful thing for us to recreate in Carmel,” McComas said.

The event will include a luncheon, floral demonstrations, artwork, a silent auction and live music. “Art in Bloom” will highlight the work of floral designers who have created unique floral arrangements inspired by works of art by local artists.

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“Riot of Joy” by Deb Slack. Slack will be one the premier artists at Art in Bloom. (Submitted image)

by a floral expert from Oberer’s Flowers and a floral sketch by a local artist.

“We are so excited to present this wonderful event to get us all in the mood for

spring arts in Carmel,” McComas said. “We will have nearly a dozen artists and floral designers participating in this celebration of art and spring. They will be paired to create stunning art-inspired florals that will be auctioned at the event.”

A 5-foot bling tree will be on display with rings available for purchase. More than 30 baskets will be auctioned during the event, including a VIP basket from the Palladium, a Main Street restaurants basket and a Silver Door Spa basket. PRP Wines International will offer a free wine tasting. The event will also include a cash bar featuring signature spring drinks and live piano music.

Tickets are $35. Tables, consisting of eight tickets each, are $260.

For more, visit carmelartscouncil.org.

Proceeds will support the Carmel Art Council’s community outreach programs, teacher grants and high school scholarship programs.

Easter egg hunts — Ready to look for Easter eggs with your little ones? To see a list of area Easter egg hunts and holiday festivities, visit currentnightandday.com.

Saks Fifth Avenue Indianapolis & Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital Celebrate the Season with a Spring Fête — Saks Fifth Avenue will host a special egg hunt benefitting Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital on from 9- 11 a.m., April 15. Tickets are $40 per child and $15 per accompanying adult, and 100 percent of ticket sales will be donated directly to Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Children are invited to hunt for colorful eggs filled with candy and springtime treats. A light breakfast will follow, along with festive craft and meet-andgreet photo opportunity with the Bunny.

This spring fête of flourishing fashion and hidden treats is sure to be a cheerful family activity benefitting a wonderful cause. To purchase tickets, visit give.stvincent.org/ saksegghunt.

Hamilton County Artists’ Association membership meeting — The April HCAA membership meeting will be at 7 p.m., April 12. This is open to the public. Artist Steve Edwards will be demonstrating his watercolor techniques. For more, visit hcaa-in.org.

Original Fine Art Trunk Show — CV Art and Frame is hosting the fifth annual Original Fine Art Trunk show from 5-9 p.m., April 13.

This event will feature more than 350 original painting of varying styles by emerging, established and museum-represented artists.

An evening with Pete Rose – Baseball legend Pete Rose will share tales from his record-shattering and controversial career in this special appearance at 8 p.m., May 5, at the Palladium in Carmel. Rose made his Major League Baseball debut in 1963 with the Cincinnati Reds and closed his career as the team’s manager in the late 1980s. He became a household name as a member of the “Big Red Machine,” the Reds lineup that won back-to-back World Series in 1975 and 1976. Tickets start at $40. For more, visit TheCenterPresents.org.

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Nicole Tredup had an idea of bringing together two organizations that she supports.

Unique is an organization that supports families with rare chromosomal disorders.

“My daughter is 4 years old and she is special needs. She has a very rare chromosomal abnormality,” said Tredup, a Fishers resident. “Unique has helped my family tremendously with research and putting us in touch with other families who are afflicted with my daughter’s disease.”

Tredup, a landscape photographer, is the membership chair for the Hamilton County Arts Association. So she suggested dual fundraisers for the organizations.

“It was met with overwhelming approval,” Tredup said.

HCAA and Unique will hold a month-long “We Are All Unique” exhibit in June in the HCAA’s The Birdie Gallery, 195 South 5th St., Noblesville. The HCAA artists will be exhibiting work that makes their representations of what is unique. There will be an exhibit block party and opening reception from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 17.

Nicole Tredup, left, became involved with Unique because of her daughter Skyler’s chromosomal disorder. (Submitted photo)

Tredup said there will be a silent auction and face painting.

“I want it to be a fun event where we can bring the arts community and special needs community together,” Tredup said.

Tredup said 50 percent of the proceeds will go to the HCAA and 50 percent to Unique.

To donate to the Unique fundraiser, visit squareup.com/market/hcaa/item/ donate-to-unique.

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Donatello’s Italian Restaurant in the Carmel Arts & Design District is hosting a wine dinner April 27 to restaurants benefit the Cheetah Conservation Fund of Indiana, a new statewide chapter to help protect and conserve the threatened African cat.

Tickets are $95 per person and include tax, tip and a donation to the group. The event starts at 6:15 p.m. and includes six dishes paired with six wines. Chef Patrick Aasen will prepare specialties such as sautéed calamari, scallops and shrimp, a linguini with braised rib eye, crumbles of gorgonzola cheese and a light sauce, and chicken francese, which has a sauce of lemon, butter and capers.

Nicole Phillips, a CPA who lives in Carmel and graduated from Carmel High School, volunteers with the cheetahs at the Indianapolis Zoo in her spare time.

“Everyone knows that cheetahs are the fastest land mammals, but not everyone knows their populations are rapidly declining,” Phillips said. “They’re beautiful creatures with great personalities, and it’s

Nicole Phillips stands in front of a cheetah on exhibit. The Cheetah Conservation Fund of Indiana will benefit from the fundraising dinner at Donatello’s April 27. (Submitted photo)

heartbreaking to know that their numbers are dwindling. I wanted to get involved, even though I live in Indiana.”

The event will also feature a silent auction with gift cards from local businesses, a gift bag from internet cat sensation Lil’ Bub, artwork and cheetah-related prizes.

Tickets can be purchased by phone at 317-564-4790 or online at donatelloswinedinner.eventbrite.com.

For more, visit indianacheetah.org and to get involved with the Indiana chapter visit their page on Facebook.

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By Sara Baldwin news@currentnoblesville.com Danielle Walter Nolan and Kate Nolan, owners of Indiana-based outdoor adventure company DNK Presents.

EVENT Danielle and Kate are wilderness guides, certified mountain bike instructors, and Leave No Trace trainers, among several other certifications.

DNK Presents offers trips for men and women, but specializes in all-female adventures.

“The women who were originally hesitant to come on these trips were the ones having more periods of growth,” Danielle said.

Danielle and Kate decided to offer a trip specifically for women who would not typically sign up for a trip on their own. In the spring of 2016, DNK Presents hosted its inaugural women’s adventure contest in Indiana. Women had to be nominated by someone. Danielle said in a short amount of time, more than 60 nominations came in.

The “Live Adventurously” film was made over the course of the weekend trip. The film follows the transformational journey

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“Live Adventurously” premieres April 14 at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. To purchase tickets to the premiere on April 14, visit dnkpresents.com/buy-tickets.

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Goose the Market is a restaurant and shop built around food and the people who enjoy it. Within the doors, you will find a daily selection of soups, sandwiches and other meal plates as well as cut-to-order beef, pork, poultry and game from small Indiana farms that raise their animals on pasture.

Goose the Market’s most popular combination, however, is probably its extensive cheese and wine selections they offer. Dining here will be unlike an average restaurant meal, but it is certainly worth it!

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Blueprint for Improvement: Stunning laundry transformation Commentary by Larry Greene

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Before Background Info: These owners reside in the Geist-area Anchorage neighborhood in Fishers.

They knew they wanted to update their laundry and adjacent powder bath spaces but did not really know where to start.

Before problems: The previous laundry room did not inspire the already tedious task of laundry for this busy family. The builder-grade cabinetry and outdated laminate flooring needed a fresh update in aesthetics and functionality. With the powder bath in proximity to the laundry room, the owners wanted the two spaces to coordinate and update the outdated finishes to reflect their style.

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The goal for these areas was to improve functionality, update the aesthetics to the homeowners’ preferred style and strategically design the aesthetics to feel continuous throughout both spaces.

1. The washer and dryer appliances were stacked, creating more space for functional storage and work space.

New cabinets and granite countertops were designed to maximize functionality. One of the cabinets even doubles as a trash can and a clothes hamper.

2. A small drop-zone for shoes, coats and bags was incorporated into the design as well.

3. In the adjacent powder bath, a new vanity, champagne bronze plumbing fixtures and a mesmerizing light fixture add a beautiful elegance to that space.

The new cabinetry stain color in the powder bath matches the color in the laundry room.

4. For an added aesthetic that ties into other elements in the home, a reclaimed wood accent wall was installed and stained to coordinate with both the new cabinet color and the existing floor.

Larry Greene is the owner of Case Design/Remodeling. You may email him at lgreene@caseindy.com. To see more before-and-after pictures of this project, visit caseindy.com/blog.

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The other London Bridge Commentary by Don Knebel Tower Bridge is one of the most recognizable symbols of London. Often confused with the London Bridge that travel was always falling down, Tower Bridge is a marvel of 19th century engineering.

London planners wanted a bridge across the River Thames just east of the Tower of London that would accommodate tall ships sailing to the port at the London Pool.

The solution was a unique combination of bridge-building techniques. Two suspension bridges link the river banks to two 213-feettall towers supported on massive concrete piers in the middle of the river. A drawbridge with twin 1,000-ton leaves goes between the Victorian Gothic towers, designed to be compatible with the Tower of London. Two walkways 140 feet above the river mechanically connect the towers to anchors on the river banks, providing structural support.

When the bridge opened in 1894, at a cost equivalent to $150 million today, the leaves could be raised completely in a minute or so by an ingenious mechanism relying on

steam power and pressurized water. The bridge was so successful that it soon put out of business a nearby pedestrian tunnel.

The little-used upper walkways attracted prostitutes and pickpockets and were closed to the public in 2010.

In preparation for the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 1977, Tower Bridge was painted red, white and blue, and the mechanism for raising the drawbridge was replaced by one using electric power and hydraulic oil. The original blue and white colors were restored in 2008. Today, the drawbridge leaves are raised completely in salute when the Queen passes under the bridge. For anyone else, the leaves are raised no higher than necessary to accommodate the passing ship. Persistent rumors that the buyer of London Bridge, now located in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, thought he was buying Tower Bridge are false.

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.

Dispatches David Weekley Homes to host showcase — David Weekley Homes is hosting the world’s largest showcase of homes in cities across the country. Throughout April, the community is invited to visit any model or showcase home in Indianapolis to see current innovations in design and décor trends. To celebrate the event, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Indiana will receive a $5 donation for each visitor who registers with a sales consultant during the month of April. In addition, each registered visitor will also be entered for a chance to win one of three prizes: a smart watch, $1,500 appliance package or $2,000 electronics package. For more, visit davidweekleyhomes.com.

Designer workshop series — The public is invited to connect with design professionals each month on various interior design topics.

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Individual looking for 2500 sq. ft.+ w/ overhead door-to clean vehicles. 24/7 access with ALL utilities (Rent Only).

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(three way) for sale. Available immediately. $30,000 obo. Phone 317-219-8446. leave message.

Services To Your Door Pet Services I offer nail trims, anal gland expressions and medication administration such as insulin injections, subcutaneous fluids and more! I have over 15 years of pet care experience, 8 of which were spent as part of the nursing staff at a veterinary hospital.

Please contact me at (317) 908-1556 or toyourdoorpetservices@gmail.co m to make an appointment. I serve the Fishers and Geist area.

Let me help your pet in the comfort of their own home.

For pricing e-mail your ad to classifieds@ youarecurrent.com

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We are looking to HIRE YOU If you have a compassionate heart and a nurturing soul, Clarity Care is interested in hiring you.

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Come enjoy the fun at our growing company as we make a difference in poeple's lives. Visit our Facebook Pages to learn more about our family’s story and why we started our local business 10 years ago. Call today and set-up an interview at 317-652-6175 or stop by our Carmel office. EOE

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INTERVIEWING NOW! •Daytime, full-time Locate Technician positions available •100% PAID TRAINING •Company vehicle & equipment provided •PLUS medical, dental, vision, & life insurance REQUIREMENTS: •Must be able to work outdoors •HS Diploma or GED •Ability to work OT & weekends •Must have valid driver’s license with safe driving record

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We offer a great environment, guaranteed starting salary, great training and opportunities to travel and compete.

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Scott Pools in Carmel is currently hiring full time seasonal helpers for our service department. A valid drivers license, background check and some weekend work is required. $12.00 per hour.

Experience helpful but not necessary. If you like working outdoors, this job is for you! Give us a call, email or stop by the store to fill out an application. Scott Pools - 904 W. Main Street - Carmel, IN 46032 - 317-846-5576 - scottpools2@gmail.com

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CARPENTERS NEEDED NOW Simpson Construction Services, LLC, a family owned general contractor, would like to hire skilled construction carpenters.

Our company is growing, and we are looking for craftsmen that take pride in their work and want a future with our company. Contact Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.

Brookdale Carmel is looking for : Cook Full time Maintenance Tech PT Housekeeper FT & PT CNAs FT & PT all Shifts LPNs PRN all shifts 301 Executive Dr. Carmel, IN, 46032 317-580-0389

Full and Part Time Endurance Consultants: Endurance House, a full-service run, walk, bike and swim athletic store is hiring at our locations in Zionsville and Fishers.

Individuals must have proven customer service achievements and retail experience is preferred. Our mission is to help people redefine their possible. If you wish to be part of our team, please apply by emailing justin@140-6llc.com or mailing your resume to 640 South Main Street #400; Zionsville, IN 46077

For pricing e-mail your ad to classifieds@youarecurrent.com

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April 21, 2017 7am - 4pm “BAGS TO RICHES” DONATION & RESALE EVENT JOIN US FOR THE EVENT - it’s free and open to the public!

Friday, April 21, 7am – 4pm IU Health North Hospital, room K130

“Growing a successful company requires marketing, promotions and advertising. These methods bring attention to our product and ultimately increase our sales. I have put great faith in Current Publishing to achieve on our marketing needs. The results we have received have been outstanding. I personally recommend, if you are looking to expand your business, that you turn to Current Publishing, where you’ll find professionals that desire to provide an increased customer base for your company.”

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Peruse bags and goodies and participate in our silent auction. Buy that perfect item knowing your money is going to a good cause! All proceeds will go to the Social Work Fund, which provides meal vouchers, gas cards and prescription help for patients in need.

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