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Donnelly talks bipartisanship

Sen. Joe Donnelly

cally than nationally?

It doesn’t change really at all. People are people, and what you want to try to do is find folks who want to get things done, who want to listen to common sense.

The recent situation in Charlottesville has led to many discussions about whether Confederate statues and symbols have a place in our culture. What do you think?

My focus is on the issue itself. There’s no place for the KKK. There’s no place for (neo-) Nazis. There’s no place for racism. We are so much stronger when we are together. We’re a big melting pot.

How is it different working in Congress under President Trump than it was with President Obama?

I don’t work for any president. I work with presidents, but I work for the people of Indiana, so they’re the executive branch, I’m the legislative branch, and my bosses are everyone back home here in our state. So for all of them, when the president is right and has a policy that makes sense for our state, count me in. When I look at something and say I don’t think this helps either our state or our country, I’ll pass. It’s of no interest to me whether they’re Democrat or Republican.

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Dispatches World War I wreath laying — The Horseshoe Prairie Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, will present a special wreath laying in honor of Hamilton County World War I Veterans and the 100-year anniversary of the war at 2 p.m. Sept.

24 at the Hamilton County Courthouse Square Veteran’s Memorial, on the west side of the square. A brief ceremony will include special readings and musical presentations including a soloist, bugler and bagpipe. Chapter organizers would like to invite family member descendants of WWI veterans to attend the ceremony. The public also is invited to attend.

Compiled by Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com Sen. Joe Donnelly has been ranked as one of the most bipartisan senators in Congress by the Lugar Center. The Indiana politics Democrat shared how he successfully works across the aisle and what he sees as top issues for Hoosiers in an exclusive interview with Current.

You’re known for working with Republicans, but many legislators seem less willing to cooperate with the other party. How do you deal with that?

There’s a lot more wisdom in Hamilton County than in Washington, D.C. In Hamilton County, when people get together to solve problems, they don’t always agree on everything, but they figure out a path forward (knowing) that 70 percent of something is better than 100 percent of nothing.

How do you decide which issues are important for Hoosiers?

When I look at an issue, I look at it in a way that’s not Democrat or Republican, but does it make our nation stronger? Does it make our families stronger? That’s how I try to decide.

I look at a mom and dad in Carmel or Avon or Terre Haute or Richmond and say, ‘What makes sense for these families?’

What are the top issues facing Hoosiers right now?

No. 1 is that everybody has a chance to get a really good job with a really good paycheck, because what that does is, that stabilizes the family.

Second is, we have a real challenge – not only in our state but in our country – with opioids and with heroin, and I’m working nonstop to try to end this. The damage these drugs cause can destroy families.

What are your thoughts on simplifying the tax code?

I think that would be great, and I think it’s very possible. We just need to make sure in simplifying the tax code we don’t wind up increasing the deficit at all, because it’s not fair to our families and it’s not fair to our children to increase the debt burden and to make it so that the next generation has to pay for today’s deficits.

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Nature in the Suburbs — The Hamilton County Master Gardener Association has announced its upcoming seminar, “Creating Nature in the Burbs,” for 9 a.m. Sept. 23 at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. This educational series boasts a colorful array of speakers to will focus on incorporating native plants into established gardens and how to successfully maintain a healthy garden.

Other topics highlighted during the full-day seminar will include heirloom seed saving and gardening to support pollinators. The registration deadline is Sept. 14. For more, or to register, call 317-776-0854, or visit extension.purdue. edu/Hamilton.

Library celebrating library card signup month — September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and Hamilton East Public Library is celebrating.

Individuals can stop by the Noblesville or Fishers libraries anytime during the month to either register for a new library card or renew their existing card, which will give them an opportunity to enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card. For more, call 317-770-3239.

Fish and chicken fry — Noblesville First United Methodist Church, 2051 E. Monument St., Noblesville, will host its annual fish and chicken fry in the church’s celebration hall from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Sept.

22. The meal includes all-you-can-eat fish or chicken, a choice of two sides (green beans, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, applesauce), a roll, dessert and drink. Adult meals are $12, children are $6 (age 10 and under. Carry-out is available.

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Parks seeking part-time employees — The City of Noblesville is seeking applicants for part-time employment for positions, including a naturalist, recreation coordinator and facility monitors. Interested candidates should visit agency.governmentjobs.com/ noblesvillein or cityofnoblesville.org.

Dan’s Fish Fry and craft show — Bethel Lutheran Church, 20650 Cumberland Ave., Noblesville, will host a fish fry and craft show Sept. 29. Craft vendors will be at the church from 3 to 8 p.m., and the fish fry will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the church at a presale price of $10 for adults, $6 for children ages 6-12, or $25 for a family of 2 adults and up to 4 children.

At-the-door tickets will be $12 for adults and $8 for the children, ages 6-12 or family rate of $30. Carryouts will be available. For presale tickets, contact deebaskerville@ comcast.net.

Essay contest — The Horseshoe Prairie Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, is sponsoring its annual American History Essay Contest for grades 5 to 8, and the Christopher Columbus Essay Contest for grades 9 to 12.

All students in Hamilton County, including public, private, parochial and homeschool students are eligible to participate. Winners at the chapter level will be eligible for entry into the state level and ultimately for the national level in Washington, D.C. Teachers, students and parents can contact the chapter at horseshoeprairiensdar@aol.com for more information. The deadline to submit essays is Nov. 1.

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Schools to show movie on how tech affects kids — Noblesville Schools is inviting the community to the NHS auditorium when they host a viewing of the movie “SCREENAGERS” from 7 to 8 p.m. Sept. 20.

The documentary, produced by an awardwinning filmmaker, physician and mom, reveals how tech time impacts kids’ development and also offers solutions on how adults can empower their kids to best navigate the digital world to find balance.

Issues like teen struggles over social media, video games and internet addiction are addressed. The event is free and open to the public.

Dispatchers sought — Do you have what it takes to be a 911 dispatcher? Hamilton County Public Safety Communications is hiring communications officers. Those interested can apply online at hamiltoncounty.in.gov/jobs.aspx.

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Communities take a ‘united approach’ with MetroNet

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The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission has found MetroNet responsible for 10 of the 20 incidents it incity news vestigated involving damage to natural gas lines in Carmel and Fishers in recent weeks.

The damage occurred as MetroNet’s subcontractors worked to install underground fiber optic lines.

Six of the incidents were found to be caused by utility companies not marking the gas lines properly as required by law.

Another four incidents produced enough evidence to show a law was violated.

On Aug. 30, the City of Carmel ordered MetroNet to halt work until the IURC investigation, initially requested by the City of Fishers, was complete. Fishers also halted MetroNet digging in late August, and the City of Westfield did the same after damage to a gas line Sept. 8 resulted in gas leaking into the sewer system. As a result, nearby homes were evacuated and electricity in the area was turned off until the gas line was repaired.

MetroNet President John Cinelli said the company is taking the IURC’s findings seriously and that its goal is “always to protect public safety.”

“We are voluntarily pausing all underground construction in central Indiana while we conduct further contractor training,” Cinelli stated. “We are committed to providing a world-class fiber optic infrastructure in Indiana and building it in a responsible manner.”

It’s unclear when work will resume, but Carmel spokeswoman Nancy Heck said affected Hamilton County communities “intend to have a united approach to this issue and need to work together toward that goal.”

“Before the City of Carmel can allow MetroNet and its contractors back to work in Carmel, we need assurances that any work done in our city will be accomplished in a more prudent and careful manner,” Heck stated in an email. “Neighboring communities in Hamilton County are discussing municipal legislation that will create ordinances giving our cities the ability to fine MetroNet or others requesting to work in our right-ofway areas when they violate certain criteria set forth in the new local legislation.”

• Heck said the city would like the new legislation to require:

A MetroNet sign alerting Carmel residents to construction in the area remains standing after the city ordered the company to halt work after its subcontractors broke several gas lines.

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• Assurances that safety plans are in place.

• Contractors be legally registered to work in Indiana.

• Yard and landscaping restoration to be completed in a timely fashion.

• Contractors entering the right-of-way or private property to treat people and private property with respect.

The IURC report stated that all six subcontractors involved in the incidents were from out of state and that five were not registered with the Indiana Secretary of State’s office. The unregistered companies could face fines of up to $10,000.

carmel findings May 30: 13034 Abraham Run, MetroNet contractor Nexgen Directional at fault June 16: 12788 Double Eagle Drive, Insufficient evidence of violation July 18: 13580 Brentwood Lane, MetroNet contractor Radical Concepts at fault July 18: 1204 Smokey Row Lane, MetroNet contractor Radical Concepts at fault July 21: 14370 Jeremy Drive, Insufficient evidence of violation Aug. 2: 490 Tulip Poplar Crest, MetroNet contractor Radical Concepts at fault Aug. 8: 513 Chauncy Drive, Insufficient evidence of violation Aug. 9: 3965 Chadwick, Vectren failed to locate utility or provided incorrect markings Aug. 9: 515 Chauncy St., Vectren failed to locate utility or provided incorrect markings *Source: IURC report

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ART ROCKS!, sponsored by Current Publishing, celebrates 20 years of the Carmel International Arts Festival. Featuring Carmel’s own wildly popular variety band, The Bishops.

Sept. 23, 7:30-11 p.m.

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Westfield’s Fall Resurfacing and NOBLESVILLE 2017 Trail Connections projects.

Lacy Road in Cicero will be Fall Resurfacing includes closed between 241st and Joliet Road, Catherine Drive, 246th streets through Sept.

CONSTRUCTION Greyhound Pass from 151st 25 for construction work. to Western Way, Greyhound 276th Street between U.S. Court, Spring Meadows Subdivision 31 and Anthony Road in Atlanta will be and half of Pine Ridge and Quail Ridge closed for road reconstruction through apSubdivisions. proximately Oct. 16. During the closure, loUtility relocations are currently happencal traffic should utilize the signed detour ing at 186th Street and Spring Mill Road. route of 266th Street and Devaney Road.

The project started this month and will be The five-points roundabout at the incompleted by the end of the year. The projtersections of 10th Street and Greenfield ect includes construction of a roundabout and Christian avenues is complete. Final at the intersection and a new boulevard landscaping work will take place in the fall roadway construction to Kinsey Avenue. when cooler weather arrives.

Towne Road reconstruction includes FISHERS three new culverts, widening and vertical Lane restrictions will occur between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on 126th Street between Al- sight distance corrections. Utility relocations will begin next month and construclisonville Road and Lantern Road as crews tion will begin this fall. The project is complete a passing blister. expected to be complete by summer or fall Lane restrictions will occur on 116th of next year.

Street, west of Allisonville Road, for conCARMEL crete curb and ramp repairs and resurfacConstruction is under way for a new ing work on the roadway netween 9 a.m. roundabout at Fourth Street and Range and 3 p.m. Lane restrictions also are on Line Road. The road is expected to reopen 116th Street between I-69 and Cumberland in late September.

Road throughout the summer in order to Gray Road and 126th Street is closed for make improvements to 116th Street. construction of a roundabout. The project The Hamilton County Highway Dept. has is expected to take 60 days and be open by closed the intersection of 136th Street and late October, weather permitting.

Prairie Baptist Road for an intersection City Center Drive and Guilford Road is reconstruction. closed for construction of a roundabout.

The Brooks School Road bridge over The project is expected to take 45 days Interstate 69 is closed for contractors to with the intersection reopening in October, rebuild the bridge deck. Traffic will be deweather permitting. toured to Promise Road via 126th and 136th River Road is closed between 146th streets.

Street and Community Drive for a reconLane and shoulder restrictions will be struction project expected to last until active through September for geotechnical Thanksgiving. The project will include a drilling along Ind. 37 at the 126th Street two-lane boulevard and a new roundabout intersection. Southbound restrictions at Cherry Creek Blvd. begin after 9 a.m. daily and northbound Spring Mill Road is closed between 106th restrictions will be completed daily before 4 p.m. One through-lane will be open and 116th streets. The closure is expected to last through October. at all times.

ZIONSVILLE The Hamilton County Highway Dept. has Construction is complete on a new closed Cyntheanne Road between 146th roundabout at the intersection of Ford and Street and 156th Street until Dec. 1 to reMulberry roads. place the bridge over Keiser Drain.

The Boone County Highway Dept. is miGEIST crosurfacing roads in several Zionsville area Until Oct. 14, U.S. 36 near Lawrence will experience lane restrictions between I-465, neighborhoods, including Oakwood, Cooper Heights, Fieldstone, Pineview, Saratoga, Pendleton Pike and E. County Line Road for Lynn Lea, Deer Ridge and Fox Run. The a drainage culvert replacement. project includes extending the pavement Ind. 234 between Ind. 9 and N. 725 E. surface and overlaying it with asphalt. near Fortville is closed through Sept. 30 for County Road 400 S./425 S. is closed bebridge construction work. tween CR 650 E. and 750 E. as crews work The I-70 eastbound ramp is closed on the 300 S./400 S. connector project in between Fortville Pike and N. 400 E. near east Whitestown. Two lanes are under conGreenfield for bridge construction work struction, although ultimately it is planned until Oct. 31. to be a four-lane divided roadway. The projWESTFIELD ect is expected to continue into 2018.

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exceptional problem-solver, team player and advocate for continuous improvement brought her to the top of a very competitive Noblesville Schools has named Renee selection process with over 100 applicants,” Cook assistant principal at Noble Crossing said Pat Haney, principal of Noble Elementary, replacing Mary Beth Crossing Elementary. “Her passionRiley. ate focus on students and staff Cook brings nearly schools is very much in keeping with our 10 years of educaculture at Noble Crossing, and we’re tion experience from Brownsburg excited to welcome her to our team.” and Franklin Township Community Cook has a master’s degree in Schools, where she served as an Educational Administration from elementary teacher, district math Cook Ball State University and a bachcoordinator and instructional elor’s degree in elementary education from coach.

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The official start of fall is just around the corner, and Hamilton County is bursting with opportunihamilton county ties to enjoy all the season has to offer. Here are but a few.

Apple Store at Conner Prairie Fall wouldn’t be complete without a stop at the Apple Store at Conner Prairie.

Caramel apples, popcorn, apple slushies and donuts – it’s always a hit with families and kids! After all, more than 9,000 slushies were sold last year. While you’re there, stop to explore the new 7-acre corn maze or get spooked at the Headless Horseman Festival in October.

Pumpkin patches Need I say more? If you’re like me, it’s mandatory to visit a pumpkin patch in my boots and scarf and possibly with a coffee in hand. I suggest going to Stuckey Farm Orchard and Cider Mill in Sheridan or Russell Farms in Noblesville. You also don’t want to miss the zip line, pumpkin train and the gourd slingshot at Stonycreek Farm in Noblesville.

Mr. Muffin’s Trains Get your choo choo on at Mr. Muffin’s Trains, now in downtown Atlanta. On Saturdays, the shop displays and runs model locomotives for visitors to view. You’ll be amazed at the displays of the tiny towns, stores and landscapes. While you’re there, enjoy a homemade muffin.

Potter’s Bridge Festival Potter’s Bridge is the only remaining cov-

ered bridge in the county, stretching over the White River. It rests on 66 acres next to Potter’s Bridge Park. On Sept. 30, the park will transform into a festival with art and craft booths, live music, food and activities for kids. If you can’t make the festival, the park and historic icon are a must-see in the fall.

Zip line at Strawtown Koteewi Park What better way to see the fall foliage than to literally fly through it? Koteewi Aerial Adventures at Strawtown Koteewi Park allows thrill seekers to climb through the Treetop Trails and zip line through the air – a fun challenge for groups of families, friends or even coworkers. If ziplining isn’t scary enough, then come out In October and experience the “spooky courses.”

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obituaries Jane is survived by her husband of 62 Jane H. Bannon, 79, Noblesville, died years, Donald Bannon, sons Robert L. BanSept. 11 at Riverview Health. She was born non, Michael E. Bannon and Steven June 15, 1938, to Daniel Ransom M. Bannon (Deb), daughter Mary J. Holloway and Julia Berniece (RoudaBannon (Jeff Poe), grandchildren bush) Holloway in Noblesville.

Michael Shane Bannon (Michelle In her younger years, Jane was a Shanks), Elizabeth Cosand (Jason), determined businesswoman, conMegan Bannon, Laura Bannon and structing residential homes with Mac Bannon and great-grandchilher husband, Donald. She enjoyed dren Brianna Bannon and Brayden fishing in Minnesota with her famBannon Bannon. ily, camping and snowmobiling.

In addition to her parents, she was Jane was a very creative person who loved preceded in death by her grandson, Jefplaying the piano, writing and oil painting. frey Bannon, and sister Jeannine (Walter) She also was a fantastic cook, known for Baldwin. making sugar cookies and award-winning Memorial contributions may be made gingerbread houses. Flowers were her pasfor a memorial bench in Jane’s name to be sion, but Jane also was a Cubs and hockey placed in Forest Park. Please make checks fan, whose favorite player was Marián Hospayable to Mary Bannon and mail to 7183 sa of the Chicago Blackhawks. Most of all, Morello Lane, Noblesville, IN 46062. she loved her grandchildren, who thought Condolences: randallroberts.com she was feisty and smart.

Roger is survived by his wife, Debra Roger M. Brabb, 67, Noblesville, died Brabb, children Travis Brabb, Lindsay BrabbSept. 10. He was born Nov. 16, 1949, to the Cameron (husband Keith) and Tyler late James and Ruth (Moss) Brabb in Brabb (wife Nicole), siblings FranHinton, W.V. ces, Darrell, Mary, Lois and Ernest, Roger proudly served his country mother-in-law Lois Long, grandchilin the U.S. Army during Vietnam dren Valerie, Tori, Eliott and Easton and worked 40 years in the elevaand his beloved dog, Reece. tor industry, ending his career as Memorial contributions may be VP of sales at Mid-America Elevator made to Alzheimer’s Association, 50 Co. He played semi-pro football and Brabb E. 91st St., Suite 100, Indianapolis, was a Golden Gloves boxing chamIN 46240. pion. Roger loved the Ohio State Buckeyes Condolences: randallroberts.com and enjoyed walking and exercising. Most of all, he loved his family.

The father of Eric (Jill) Douthit, Todd (MiJohn ‘Jay’ Douthit, 73, Noblesville, died cah) Douthit, Brent (Anna) Douthit and StaSept. 9 at home. Those who knew him cy (Travis) Fogg, he could be found will be surprised that the cause at a number of sporting events, of death was not the consistently concerts and trips to the zoo with poor play of his beloved Vanderbilt his grandchildren Tate, Sam, Reid, Commodores football team. He was Noah, JC, Jake, Ellis, Jack, Dailey, born to Loren and Irene (French) Caub, Luke and Max. He is also surDouthit on March 18, 1944, in Indiavived by his brother, Bill Douthit, napolis, and was a proud graduate and numerous in-laws, cousins, of PS 84, Broad Ripple High School, Douthit nieces and nephews. and Vanderbilt University.

Memorial contributions may be made Jay loved to travel with his wife of 47 to the Edna Martin Christian Center, 2605 years, Susan. They traveled the world toE. 25th St., Indianapolis, IN 46217; or First gether throughout their blessed marriage.

Christian Church Outreach Fund, 16377 HerHe was active with Edna Martin Christian riman Blvd., Noblesville, IN 46060. In Jay’s Center and First Christian Church. He vismemory, also take your kids/grandkids out ited most of the golf courses in central for a scoop of ice cream at Alexander’s on Indiana and the Caribbean. Jay took advanthe square in Noblesville. tage of his years of retirement after a long Condolences: randallroberts.com career at the George F. Cram Company.

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I-465, I-69 interchange plans considered

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com INDOT’s Christopher Myers sees the mission of Clear Path 465 as perfectly clear.

“The goal of transportation this project is to maximize safety and minimize congestion throughout the interchange,” said Myers, communications director for the Greenfield district.

INDOT held an open house for area residents, commuters and business owners Aug. 23 at Heritage Christian School.

The proposed Clear Path 465 plan includes added travel lanes on I-465 from the White River Bridge (approximately 2.4 miles west of I-69) to Fall Creek (approximately 2.15 miles south of 1-69) on the northeast side of Indianapolis. Portions of I-69 are set to be reconstructed between I-465 and 82nd Street to accommodate a modified I-465 and I-69 interchange configuration.

The open house was one of the first steps of the project. Its objective was to provide an opportunity for those in attendance to give input on the environmental process, discuss key issues, promote collaboration and build understanding and support through the project.

Dispatches Native trees available — The Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District is holding its annual fall native tree sale. This year, 35 varieties of native trees and shrubs are available.

The sale focuses on species native to Indiana. Native species are those that have been growing in Indiana since before English settlement. These types of trees are uniquely suited to local soils, weather, and wildlife, especially birds, insects and other pollinators. All plants are $26 each, will arrive in three-gallon containers and will be approximately 3 to 5 feet tall. Pre-orders are required and are due Sept. 28. Order forms and online ordering are available at www. hamiltonswcd.org.

INDOT presented several possibilities for the future of the I-465, I-69 interchange. (Submitted image)

This fall the selection of a preferred alternative is expected to be made. The project construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2020.

Three alternative paths were displayed on the boards around the HCS gym.

“The biggest difference between the alternatives is really how we split some of

the lanes and how we utilize some of the movement,” Myers said.

Between 2011 and 2013, there were more than 1,000 crashes in the project area.

According to INDOT, contributing factors include congestion, excessive delays and inadequate weaving distances.

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The City of Westfield recently purchased the Grand Park Events Center from Holladay Properties for a one-time buyout fee of $485,000. Over the course of the 25-year lease term, the city will save $17 million. (Submitted photo)

Westfield buys events center

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Regarding recent reports, the City of Westfield said its November 2016 purchase of the Grand Park Event Cenupdate ter from Holladay Properties was by the books. The City of Westfield had purchased the Grand Park Event Center from Holladay Properties for $485,000. Communications Director Erin Murphy told Current on Sept. 12 that everything the city did throughout the purchase was correct. Over the 25-year lease term, the city will save $17 million by purchasing the building from Holladay Properties.

“All that meant was we took out Holladay Properties,” Murphy said. “We transferred the ownership to us but with the same lender, same term, same 25-year loan.

There was a $485,000 one-time buyout fee. What that did in the long term was, it saved us over $17 million because Holladay put into the agreement escalators that they charged the city on top of lease payments.”

The purchase didn’t have its own agenda topic for the city council because it was described within the claims that council approves or declines prior to each meeting.

“The city councilors all were aware,” Mur-

phy said. “The reason this was not a whole new (item) on the city council agenda is because this was always part of our options in the original lease agreement. So, this has been publicly vetted numerous times. Anytime (the city has) a purchase, we don’t have to go to council and individually ask for that specific purchase amount.

In the beginning of every council meeting, councilors approve the claims or they could deny them if they wanted to.”

Murphy said that because the council approves the city budget for the entire year prior to that year, the city doesn’t have to ask the council for approval for use of funds unless the city goes above and beyond what it originally budgeted.

Murphy also said the city was always on the hook regarding the loan payments.

Holladay Properties was simply eliminated as a third party. However, the city still would’ve been responsible for paying the loan amount for Grand Park Events Center regardless of whether Holladay Properties was still involved.

“Now our name is directly on the loan,” Murphy said. “Holladay built the building for the city, they didn’t build it for (themselves).”

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t looking west An old postcard shows Logan Stree late 1800s. circa ing, Build e rwin Sowe the and (Image courtesy of Hamilton East Public Library)

As downtown’s Sowerwine Building turns 150, merchants and owners celebrate

By Sadie Hunter • sadie@youarecurrent.com For the past eight years, the Sowerwine Building at 894 Logan St. in downtown Noblesville has most notably been home to the Old Picket cover story Fence antique store.

This week, Old Picket Fence owner Rosie Hoistion will throw a birthday party to celebrate the building’s 150-year history.

Hoistion is inviting the public to attend a day-long celebration, 11 a.m. Sept. 23, which will showcase historic features of the building, and include local artists, live music, birthday cupcakes and sales throughout the store.

“The Sowerwine Building was built in 1867, and then it was renovated in 1887 when they discovered natural gas here in the area,” Hoistion said. “It was rebuilt to put in the natural gas lines.”

The building continually housed dry goods stores before becoming Willits Department Store in 1925, the start of its 56-year tenure.

“What people most know the store by is Willits Department Store,” Hoistion said. “I still have people come in here all the time talking about going downstairs to get their dresses, and the fabric department was down there.

“I’ve been in touch with the people that (owned) Willits Department Store,” Hoiston added. “Their daughter still lives here in Noblesville, so I’ve been in touch with her, and I’m going to try to have her here (for the event).”

Owned by John Elmore and Mike Davis of Hamilton Properties, the Sowerwine Building houses, on the first level, Old Picket Fence antiques store, Love’s Hangover jewelry store, Pam’s Tea Shoppe and a beauty salon. The entirety of the second floor is a fourbedroom apartment.

For the past 19 months, the building’s forefront business, Old Picket Fence, has been owned by Hoistion.

She purchased the business from Janet Hatmaker.

“I wasn’t event a vendor,” Hoistion said. “My background is in preschool. I was a preschool teacher for 18 years. I came in here during fall break (2015), and I was

Rosie Hoision pauses in her store. (Photo by Sadie Hunter)

talking to Mrs. Hatmaker, and she told me she was getting ready to retire and was looking for a buyer. It was one of those things where everything just kind of fell into place at the right time.”

Old Picket Fence has been in downtown Noblesville for 20 years total. Prior to locating in the Sowerwine Building, it was at 937 Logan St., now home to Sweet Home Cupcakes, and 960 Logan St., where Platinum Living Fine Art Gallery formerly was housed.

Upon Hoistion’s takeover, the basement level of the building was painted, cleaned and reopened. Apart from those touch-ups, the building has remained mostly the same.

Opening of the business for the celebration will include showings of the lowest level, including storage spaces with dirt floors, a door to a former street-level entry, where shipments were dropped off, the old elevator shaft and more.

For more, call 317-774-1800, or visit noblesvillenantiques.com.

The Sowerwine Building History 1867

Originally built

1887

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C. W. Sowerwine & Co. Dry Goods

1920-1925

Osbon Dry Goods

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E.H. Willits Co.

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Watson’s Carpet

2001-2009

Dominic’s Design

2009

Old Picket Fence

CELEBRATION: if you go What: Celebration of the 150th year of the Sowerwine Building.

“There will be a local artist here, whose work we show in the store. Her name is Dani Bradley. She’s 13,” Old Picket Fence owner Rosie Hoistion said. “And local artists Karmen Bromley and Kay Richards, who have been in Noblesville for probably more than 50 years, also will be here. There’ll be live music from Janet Gilray, and then we’ll have refreshments. There’ll be ongoing sales as well. I’m also trying to have former employees of Willits Department Store, (former Old Picket Fence owner) Janet Hatmaker and (landlords/building owners) Mike Davis and John Elmore.”

When: Begins at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, and lasts throughout the day Where: 894 Logan St., downtown Noblesville Tours: No admission. Open to the public.

“We’ll have the lower level open, including the storage area, where people normally don’t get to see,” Hoistion said. “Guests will get to see a tour of the 2,560 square feet that makes up Old Picket Fence.”

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Left behind

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Commentary by Terry Anker No one is left behind! When in combat, the compact demands that we mutually promise to bring back each of our own comrades to safety at battle’s end. It raises the conception that every fellow warrior is worthy of our commitment to their rescue if captured or to our compassion if wounded. Likewise, we can rest in the security of their care should we fall victim.

It is a concept with which we all have familiarity but is difficult to determine its origin. Some attribute it to pre-independence American soldiers fighting in the French and Indian War, Roger’s Rangers.

Others imagine an earlier ethos behind the idea. Regardless of etymology, the notion persists because it is honorable and well-conceived.

As we march into the foibles of life, we can feel abandoned by those pledged to stand with us. And too often, we can fail to live to our own promise. Mundane interests, timing, fear, or even ordinary distraction can draw us away from those we are sworn to defend. Are we living to our commitments to our faith? To our families?

Have we left behind those who would be there for us? Have we been left behind?

When voices cry out for attention, they are difficult to ignore. But those voices fade quickly from distance, fatigue or other distraction. Soon, we can forget they are there, still hoping for remembrance and longing for our devotion. Other matters arise as we justify our failure to meet our sworn obligations. Can we ever fully hope to absolve ourselves of a duty to those we have called comrades? If so, when is the mission complete and the contract fulfilled?

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

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R E A D E RS ’ V I E WS What happened to good manners?

Editor, I was just reading my latest edition of Current (Sept. 5) when I reached Danielle Wilson’s column. I always read it because her writing is funny…sometimes. I always wonder what the household is like because of her quirkiness.

Today, I thought she would end with something funny about the word “insufferable” pertaining to her daughter.

Instead, she used it on our president.

Disagree with him if you must, but spewing about him in the last paragraph of her column is disrespectful and not necessary. Name-calling, abuse of her public writing (as many media are doing) and sophomoric thoughts has brought this reader to the end of reading her column.

Ann Routson Noblesville

Editor, Libsteria (noun: conjunction of liberal and hysteria. Liberals’ group-think state of mind as a result of their candidate losing the election. Often manifested in loss of clear thinking and good manners when talking about our president).

Danielle Wilson’s recent column (Sept.

5) is the definition of insufferable. I began to read it expecting a grammar lesson. She begins by saying she is bringing the term back, yet it was never gone.

Then, she went on to a light-hearted commentary about her girls. She ended by

crudely insulting our president. Those of us who lived through eight years of selfrestrained criticism of Obama policies for fear of being labeled racists are now enduring unrestrained, holier-than-though comments by the self-adjudged smarter people on the left. I shudder to imagine the wrath that would have descended upon anybody who might have called the previous administration a poop show.

Whatever happened to good manners?

Tom Branum, Sr. Noblesville

I have a problem. Well, yes, technically, I have many. But I want to focus on one that has become a source of eyehumor rolling around our house. It’s called misophonia, which basically means that people chewing their food drives me bat-poo crazy.

And no, I’m not making this “disorder” up.

There are multiple articles on the internet about the condition, apparently suffered by thousands around the world. Doo chowing down on a turkey sandwich with pickles and crispy lettuce, one of my daughters methodically eating a bowl of Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Mamaw partaking of an apple and spinach salad are the stuff of nightmares for me. If I’m tired or stressed out, or having a bad day, I literally cannot stand to be around even my loved ones while they are eating.

Sometimes it’s so bad I make awful comments, though I usually do try to invent an excuse for leaving the room before it comes to that. After all, it’s not their fault they are loud eaters or that I have hyper-sensitive hearing, or that their mealtimes are corresponding with one of my I-don’t-like-any-ofyou moments. Luckily, my family has grown somewhat accustomed to these “flare-ups” and rarely pay me any attention. In fact, I’m fairly certain they play the “How Agitated Can We Make Mom?” game during dinner.

So don’t feel too sorry for them. They’ve learned a few coping mechanisms, as have I, and we’re all optimistic that my hearing will soon follow the way of my declining eyesight. Until then, we’ll muddle through the misery of misophonia together. Just not over a bowl of popcorn.

Peace out.

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

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Fiscal responsibility requires discipline and oversight Commentary by County Council President Fred Glynn

sioners closely and always attempt to align our priorities during budget time. This past March, we met with the commissioners and agreed on a group of projects that needed to be funded in 2017-18. Those projects included the As you likely know, the Hamilton County Council is the Logan Street pedestrian walkway for approximately $2 milfiscal body of our county government. As such, the council is wholly and exclusively responsible lion; expansion of the judicial center at approximately $25 guest column to ensure taxpayer money million; and the highway 37 project, cost of which is yet to be confirmed. We also discussed a previis spent wisely. The Board ously agreed upon priority of expanding the jail at of County Commissioners is the executive body, approximately $10-12 million. responsible for the execution of the funding we During that March meeting, we agreed with approve, and the day-to-day operation of county the commissioners that the courthouse and jail government. There are literally thousands of reexpansions were a priority. Our Council Finance quests for money that come to the council each Committee took these estimates and worked with year, many of them for worthy causes.

Glynn our financial consultant to find a way to fund For that reason, it is very important for the these projects without raising your taxes or decouncil to exercise discipline and oversight on every projpleting our reserves. The first step to each project was an ect and consider the impact to taxpayers for years down architectural/engineering design, which came to a cost of the road. In government or business, oversight is impor$500,000 for the courthouse and $700,000 for the jail. tant. A lack of oversight creates an imbalance of power, After having released that $1.2 million for the architecmisplaced priorities and – inevitably – financial mismantural/engineering plans, and not having final numbers yet to agement. As your county councilman and president of the finish either, the commissioners sprung a new set of fundcounty council, I take seriously my job to protect your tax ing requests onto the council. One of those new requests is dollars. Our oversight function includes a requirement that an $8 million request for the installation of solar panels on we conduct an exacting and inquisitive approach to fundcounty property as an experiment in lowering the county’s ing requests from the commissioners, just like we do for electric bill. While a worthy motivation, it is troubling that others who come to us requesting county funds. Because the commissioners have asked us to fund new priorities when it comes to spending money, the buck stops with us. outside of the budgetary priorities we agreed upon just six Cooperation with the commissioners is critical to sucmonths ago – and without the benefit of the final cost on cess. We need each other. We work with the commis-

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the cost of the courthouse and jail expansions.

The Commissioners presented the solar panel project as an “emergency” that could not wait until budget time next year because a state credit on how energy can be stored would expire at the end of the year. But this “emergency” could have easily been avoided had the project been presented in March along with the others, but it was not.

This type of spending, outside of our budgetary priorities, is inconsistent with the disciplinary and resolve we have shown over the past several years to maximize the county’s financial standing. It is easy to say “yes” to projects, but it’s our job to “hold the line” on spending and stick with the contours of our budget, even when the winds of spending blow and bluster.

Currently, county government is the only government body in Hamilton County that has seen a decrease in the amount of property taxes that we extract from our citizens over the past four years. This is due to fiscal responsibility, which is driven by discipline and oversight. It is imperative that we await final numbers on the courthouse and jail before we consider anything else. That is what was agreed upon between the council and commissioners in March, and that is how I am going to proceed with my vote.

Bottom line, we should concentrate on finishing and funding the priorities we agreed upon in March before we begin additional “pet projects,” as worthy as they may be.

That is why I was elected, and that is the course I intend to pursue on your behalf.

To reach Glynn, email fred.glynn@hamiltoncounty.in.gov.

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Back-to-school backpack safety Commentary by Tiffany Thacker What concerns do you have when kids carry heavy backpacks? Heavy backpacks strain the muscles in the back, neck, shoulders, spine joints and rib kids cage. Heavy weight-bearing on a young person’s back can distort the natural curves in the back and lead to rounding of the shoulders.

What are signs a child is injuring his/ her back? Signs of injury include constant pain, leg pain with numbness or weakness, and pain causing your child to wake up while sleeping. If your child experiences any of these symptoms, even if it’s just for a few weeks, it’s important to make an appointment with his/her primary care physician.

What can parents do to prevent their children from back problems caused by heavy backpacks? There are several things

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• Pick a backpack that fits your child.

It should not rest any lower than the small of their lower back. If it hangs too far down, it will increase your child’s lower back pain and risk of falling.

• The shoulder straps should be wide and cushioned to help distribute the weight. A strap that goes across their hips will also help with proper distribution of weight.

• Make sure your child uses both straps and doesn’t sling it over one shoulder.

Holding a backpack on one shoulder causes excessive strain and throws off proper body alignment.

• Distribute the weight of the backpack so the heavier items are resting closer to the child’s back.

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“Number one, they (the returning veterans) are all hurting, literally,” said Ahn, The tragedy of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks had a profound impact on Dr. Soong a Carmel resident who also has offices in Plainfield and Greenfield. “Even Ahn. if they were not injured in some giving back The South way, we are talking about solKorea native, diers who had to carry 90 to 100 who moved to the U.S. with his pounds of gear at one time. So family when he was 11, was in naturally, their body just breaks New York City the day before the down. A lot of time they don’t attacks in 2001. He then left to see it as a related injury, so they start at his first day of studies Ahn don’t get the care they need. at New York Chiropractic ColSometimes it takes so long for things to lege Sept. 11 in Seneca Falls in upstate process, they are in limbo for a while.

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plores a gamut of emotions. “’Every Day … Every Moment’ is about loss, grief and love and how there is no finite period of time when Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will things stop or change. For me, loss, celebrate its 20th anniversary season grief and love have simply become at The Tarkington at the Center for a bigger part of who I am,” Hancock the Performing Arts in Carmel Sept. 22 said. “I have taken challenges, loss, and 23. grief and love and turned them into The company was creativity and beauty. It is a way for established as a me, through my art, to show how I professional dance feel and, hopefully, help others uncompany in 1997. In derstand loss better and connect to the past 20 years, my work in a different way. I believe GHDT has presented at some point in our lives we will all more than 150 works carry something difficult with us. by artistic director Hancock What we carry every moment and and primary choreogevery day can sometimes be seen but rapher Gregory Hancock. GHDT is the is often invisible.” resident professional dance company Hancock has captivated audiences at The Tarkington at the Center for the with his poignant, thought-provoking Performing Arts in Carmel. and heartfelt productions. His works For the anniversary, GHDT will presoften portray social, cultural, historient “CELEBRATION!” It will feature cal and spiritual issues and address memorable performance highlights CELEBRATION! will feature highlights from past issues of human rights and dignity. from the past 20 years, including arshows. (Submitted image) GHDT board member Michael Davichived favorites, excerpts from previson said Hancock is at the top of his game. Davidson noted that ous performances and Hancock’s newest work, “Every Day …

20 seasons is extraordinary for a nonprofit dance company.

Every Moment.”

“The spectacle of dance is second to none,” Davidson said.

Hancock said, on a personal level, the past 3 1/2 years have For information, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org. changed him in several ways. In recent years, he dealt with the loss of his mother and was diagnosed with cancer. As a result, he said he has chosen to create even more personal pieces than ever before. He also is celebrating his 3 1/2-year mark of If you go being cancer-free.

WHAT: CELEBRATION! The show will include a trip In 2014, Hancock created “Until There is No More,” a personal down memory lane featuring some of GHDT’s favorite piece about cancer and fear. Last year, he debuted “The Violin highlights and classic performance pieces, including Under the Bed,” a piece about the love and legacy of his mother, Florence Marie Hancock. excerpts from “Bolero,” “1968,” and Hancock’s newest In the past 20 years, the company has performed at the piece, “Every Day … Every Moment.”

American Teluga Association National Convention at the PruWHEN: 7 p.m. Sept. 22 and 23 dential Center in Newark, N.J., for an audience of more than WHERE: The Tarkington at the Center for the 14,000; appeared at the 11th International Baltic Ballet Festival in Riga,Latvia; won a Regional Emmy for Best Arts Programming Performing Arts for the musical “La Casa Azul”; and earned critical acclaim loTICKETS: Contact The Tarkington box office at cally and internationally.

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22. The festival is free and open for all ages.

Polka Boy, a 14-piece band, is known for more than just polka. It plays everything from waltz to classic rock. The band will perform on the upper plaza of City Center, along Veteran’s Way. Along with music, Oktoberfest will feature food from area restaurants Matt the Miller’s Tavern, Hubbard & Cravens and Books & Brews, along with a Biergarten and airbrush tattoos.

Many City Center shops will be open during the event.

Oktoberfest is sponsored by the City of Carmel, Carmel City Center and Pedcor.

Noblesville performers Kelly and Tanya Keller and Savannah Joy appear in “Curse of an Aching Heart or Trapped in the Spider’s Web,” a comedy/melodrama opening at the Mud Creek Barn, will have 8 p.m. shows Sept. 22, 23, 29 and 30 and 2:30 p.m. matinee Sept. 24. Tickets are $15, $13 for the matinee). For more, mudcreekplayers.org Westfield – Urban Vines, 303 E 161st St., will host trivia night from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 21.

There is a $5 entry fee.

Fishers – Paul Luttrull’s Sax and Upright Bass duo will perform Wednesdays in September at LouVino, 8626 E. 116th St. Geist – “Curse of an Aching Heart or Trapped in the Spider’s Web,” a comedy/ melodrama opening at the Mud Creek Barn, will have 8 p.m. performances Sept. 22, 23, 29 and 30 and 2:30 p.m. matinee Sept. 24.

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Compiled by Zach Dunkin The Avalons, Theater at the Fort, Lawrence

7 p.m., Sept. 22-23.

Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is transported to New York City as two young idealistic lovers struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice

Take a memorable musical journey through the ‘50s, ‘60s and early ‘70s when The Avalons return with a fun, family show of music, comedy and crazy antics.

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7 p.m., Sept. 22-23.

The Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre opens its 20th season by bring back some audience and dancer favorites as well as the premiere of artistic director Gregory Hancock’s newest ballet.

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7:30 p.m. Sept. 20, 21, 22 and 23 and 2 p.m., Sept. 24 (continues through Oct. 1)

With music and lyrics by the legendary Jerry Herman and book

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1 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sept. 20 and 28; 8 p.m., Sept. 21-23 and Sept 26; 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., Sept.

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“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” The Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indianapolis

7:30 p.m. Sept. 19, 21 and 22; 6:30 p.m., Sept. 20, 1 and 5 p.m., Sept. 23; and 2 p.m., Sept. 24.

In this Tony Award–winning stage version of the bestselling novel, a teenage math savant investigates a puzzling neighborhood occurrence and begins an extraordinary journey that takes him places he has never been, and you have never imagined.

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Request your favorites songs from classic rock and country to standards and showtunes, then join in the sing-alongs as pianists Ashton Wolf and Craig Wilson grant requests.

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Songbook Celebration, The Palladium, Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

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Tickets are still available for one of the most magical nights at the Center, featuring headliner Kristin Chenoweth. In addition to the induction of three Songbook Youth Ambassadors, Michael Feinstein will pay tribute to 2017 inductees Ella Fitzgerald, Mitzi Gaynor and Ray Gilbert, with Gaynor planning to accept the honor in person.

Cost: $125-$175, includes the Katz Sapper & Miller After-Party with drinks, desserts and dancing in settings evoking the glitz of Hollywood, Miami and New York City.

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Correction – The incorrect promotional photograph for Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of Mamma Mia (Feb. 1-8, 9301 N. Michigan Rd.) was run in the Sept. 12 edition of Night & Day. The correct photograph is shown here.

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More than 415 volunteers donate their time, vehicles and gas to extend a helping hand and check on the well-being of Meals On Wheels clients as part of their delivery. For more, mealsonwheelshc. org. (Photos by Amy Pauszek)

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Inside south gateway of Akbar’s tomb. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Tomb of Akbar the Great Commentary by Don Knebel Akbar the Great was, as his name suggests, the greatest of the Mughal emperors, ruling a large portion of travel what is now India from 1556 until his death in 1605. Revered both for his military successes and his religious tolerance, Akbar is honored by a magnificent tomb complex near Agra.

Akbar began construction of his own tomb in Sikandra, 5 miles from Agra, an important imperial city. After Akbar’s death, Jahangir, his son and successor, continued the work, completing it in 1613. Akbar’s tomb is located in the center section of a four-story tiered pyramid, more than 300 feet long on each side, lying at the center of a square garden. The garden surrounding the pyramid is divided into four equal quadrants by water channels, symbolizing the four rivers of the Garden of Eden, which Muslims identify with paradise. The walls of the tomb area are covered with intricate floral and arabesque carvings, along with 99 names for Allah. An inscription over the tomb entrance reads: “These are

the Gardens of Eden: enter them to dwell eternally.”

The 120-acre garden is enclosed by red sandstone walls, each nearly a half-mile long, with a gateway at the midpoint of each wall. The gateway on the southern wall is the most photographed structure in the entire complex, with an enormous central archway and 20 panels inlaid with white marble, black slate and colored stones. The southern gateway was inspired by the Buland Darwaza, a gateway built by Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri, his capital at the time, to celebrate a military victory. Shah Jahan, Akbar’s grandson, copied the four minarets at the corners of the southern gateway in his design of the nearby Taj Mahal.

When you visit the Taj Mahal, take a short side trip to Akbar’s tomb. You will be glad you did.

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

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I’ll have the crow Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt “In your recent article, ‘Who do you think you are?’ you state, ‘Additionally, authors like Shakespeare, grammar guy Chaucer, and books like the King James Bible often utilized that to refer to a person.’ Because you were referring to specific people and a specific book, shouldn’t you have used the words ‘such as’ instead of ‘like’ in your sentence?” –Becky, Carmel Becky, you’re absolutely right! You outgrammared the Grammar Guy. Here’s the rule: “Such as” indicates inclusion, while “like” suggests comparison. Take this example: Curtis has visited states such as Rhode Island, Idaho and North Dakota. The “such as” in this sentence indicates Rhode Island, Idaho and North Dakota are included in the states Curtis has visited.

How about this: Curtis enjoys limitededition treats like the McRib. The “like” in this sentence suggests there are other, comparable limited edition treats Curtis enjoys in addition to the McRib. Take, for example, the pumpkin spice latte or Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs. Although I realize their scarcity adds to their allure, these items

are the closest thing to perfection you can get for less than four bucks.

Here’s the McRub: Not everyone agrees.

Although I prefer clear-cut answers, I’m not finding many in the nuanced English grammar universe. Some linguists think “such as” sounds too formal to our casual eardrums. In our rapidly devolving spelling and grammar multiverse in which we find ourselves, I tip my cap to those whose prose is elegant and purposeful.

If your intentions are to use grammar to be snooty, then I object (like when Starbucks changes its seasonal menu from pumpkin to peppermint). On the other hand, if you’ve got it, flaunt it (like if you ingeniously chose to save a pack of Reese’s Eggs in the vegetable drawer of your refrigerator for six months, you deserve to enjoy them in January).

Although this issue seems to involve a minor, hair-splitting distinction, you’ve got to love good grammar; after all, it’s only available in limited quantities.

Curtis Honeycutt is a freelance humor writer. Have a grammar question? Connect with him on Twitter @curtishoneycutt or at curtishoneycutt.com.

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Office Professional/Administrative Assistant Republic Development is currently seeking an office professional with recent experience for full-time hire position for the north side office.

The qualified candidate should be an outgoing, polished individual who meets the following criteria: • Availability on a set weekly schedule • Well versed in Microsoft Office.

• Professional appearance and attitude • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines simultaneously This is an excellent opportunity where the selected candidate will receive hands-on experience handling daily tasks related to residential and commercial real estate. The administrative assistant will participate in planning meetings (when appropriate), accommodating office visitors, general administrative duties and other tasks as assigned.

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Busy, growing optometry practice in Westfield is looking for a full time optician. Duties include but are not limited to fitting, selling and dispensing eyeglasses, filing vision insurance claims, and ordering contact lenses. No experience required, on the job training provided. Please fax resume to 317-8965005 or email info@busbyeyecare.com.

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Titus Bakery and Deli of Westfield is looking to fill a full-time position. Morning and mid-shift team member. Do you want long-term employment? Are you self-motivated with a passionate and hard-working nature? Are you capable of working in a fast-paced work environment and being a team player? If so, we want to hear from you. Apply in person at 17471 Wheeler Rd. Suite 110, Westfield.

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