April 5, 2011

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

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It is our position that our well-intentioned government leaders should resist their collective urge to uniformly pronounce whether restaurants and bars can allow smoking on their premises. While it may be reasonable to regulate the presence of minors unable to thoughtfully assume personal risk, it is an onerous expansion of legislative power to circumvent the consumption and use of a legal product amongst thinking citizens and merchants. Prohibition does not work.

Our view is founded in the solid belief that Americans hold the individual authority over personal decisions. While an often persuasive argument is made that smokers detrimentally affect the personal health of others and the financial health of our collective healthcare system, presently proposed bans do not effective answer either of these issues. Non-smokers are not required to patronize smoking establishments. Non-smokers are not required to work in smoking establishments. And, they should enjoy that choice. We workers routinely make choices regarding our working environs. But so too should bar and restaurant owners have the right to pursue legal markets. If we fail to value that fundamental American tradition, what falls next? We stand for personal freedom even if we choose to patronize a non-smoking establishment.

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It is our position that the United States Congress should vote to end taxpayer-funded subsidies to NPR (National Public Radio). Listeners have many commercial news outlets from which to choose, giving them the option to support the outlets of their choice by patronizing the commercial advertisers of those programs. Under the current formula, all taxpayers financially support NPR without having the option to remove that giving, should the programming not be determined to add value.

It is unrealistic (and likely, unfair) to expect that NPR, or any news outlet, could provide totally balanced programming to counteract the excessive political polarization that exists today. But that’s all the more reason to eliminate public funding for a news source that represents the views of some but not all taxpayers.

It is true that eliminating taxpayer funding for NPR would not have a major impact on federal deficit reduction, and would force some current NPR listeners to seek other sources for programming similar to that of NPR. But if enough of those listeners demand continued programming such as is currently offered by NPR, it would likely provide a marketplace opportunity for a commercial news outlet to fill that need.

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

ARTICLE 6. Administrative Section 1. State officers There shall be elected, by the voters of the state, a Secretary, an Auditor and a Treasurer of State, who shall, severally, hold their offices for four years. They shall perform such duties as may be enjoined by law; and no person shall be eligible to either of said offices, more than eight years in any period of twelve years. (History: As Amended November 3, 1970).

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Section 2. County officers There shall be elected, in each county by the voters thereof, at the time of holding general elections, a Clerk of the Circuit Court, Auditor, Recorder, Treasurer, Sheriff, Coroner, and Surveyor, who shall, severally, hold their offices for four years; and no person shall be eligible to the office of Clerk, Auditor, Recorder, Treasurer, Sheriff, or Coroner more than eight years in any period of twelve years. (History: As Amended November 4, 1952; November 6, 1984).

Section 3. Statutory officers Such other county and township officers as may be necessary, shall be elected, or appointed, in such manner as may be prescribed by law.

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FROM THE BACKSHOP ‘Home’ and development? Thumbs up!

Westfield Mayor Andy Cook announced last Wednesday that Westfield’s future Grand Park will be the home for Westfield youth and adult sports and recreation and fill current and future sporting needs for local organizations for years to come. It’s a solid move.

Cook stated Grand Park will “enable us to meet the needs of our community‌ while attracting outside visitors and economic development with regional and national tournaments.â€? It’s that last part, “economic development,â€? that makes us applaud. Well, that and the fact that Westfield Youth Sports and Westfield Youth Soccer Association officially will have a place to call home. ••• Feedback: We have received a ton of flak in the last week in the wake of our supportive comments about Paul Estridge Jr. We’re still rooting for him and his company to emerge from financial difficulty and to make things right where that needs to happen. We do not own Estridge homes, nor do we have a stake in his company’s ownership. We do know folks who are happy Estridge homeowners. Many others have cited warranty issues with their Estridge homes, and if that is the case, we’re wondering why anyone would hope against Estridge’s return. Those issues and their resolution don’t have a prayer of

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg being honored if the company folds and goes away for good. Anyone who roots for an enterprise’s failure opposes any chance at eventual mutual success. ••• Twice as nice: Hamilton County was honored last week as the healthiest county in Indiana by The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The foundation conducted a statewide study in partnership with the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, and the results pointed to the best access to health education and care, treatment and preventative measures, as well as areas for physical activities. This is a deserved ranking.

Our communities make general health and wellness a priority, as it should be.

Mobile moments COMMENTARY

By Terry Anker Cell phones, portable e-mail and text messages greatly enhance our portability. Technology has untethered us from our desks and allowed both greater mobility and freedom in the way we live our lives. In fact, since I’ve had a computer that fits in the palm of my hand, late arrivers at meetings away from the office never alarm me.

The time at the table to respond to e-mail is like a stolen moment. Reading messages on the tiny screen, I use every instant to its fullest to save more time and be home early!

Yet in a world of technological advance, can we learn to survive if the technology fails us? For the third time in as many weeks, I am accommodating a new smart phone. As I have grown older (and perhaps wiser), I have been transformed from an early adapter, anxiously awaiting the latest gadget, into a slightly curmudgeonly consumer waiting until the last possible chance to upgrade or change-out the trusted and stable method

Yet in a world of technological advance, can we learn to survive if the technology fails us?

City hall, chamber engaged in clear conflict of interest

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

Antique Appraisal Fair

READER’S VIEW Editor, I have not lived in Westfield that long, but the short time I have been here has been an education.

It simply blows my mind that the Westfield Chamber of Commerce office is located inside the Westfield City Hall. I have checked all over the area – Carmel, Cicero, Noblesville, Indy and even South Bend – and not another Chamber is located in a government building.

It is very evident Mayor Cook and the Westfield Chamber of Commerce are in bed together. Can’t say it any other way. This, without a doubt, is the biggest conflict of interest I have ever seen involving government and private enterprise.

In every city I have lived in, the Chamber of Commerce has always sponsored a mayoral debate. Carmel has theirs April 11th.

Not the Westfield Chamber; they are just having a council/clerk forum. I was told by the Chamber that the League of Woman Voters forgot about the council and clerk races, so the Chamber will have that forum. Westfield is not a “hick town,� but they sure seem to have some

and interface that I’ve grown so accustomed to using. When my years-old Treo finally died a valiant death, off to the cell store went I. The near-child behind the counter was entertained when I asked him to repair my trusty friend.

He, no-doubt amused by the quaint antique I’d delivered, told me I had to upgrade.

The new device was beautiful, smooth and sexy. But for all its shine, it couldn’t do what the other had done. Back to the store, a new person behind the counter told me I’d been misdirected.

A different new phone was produced. This, said he, would be the ultimate solution. So far, he has proven to be wrong as well. Maybe I just miss the way things were. But, in seeking the sparkle do we sometimes lose the substance?

hicks running it.

I would like to know first and foremost if the Chamber is paying rent and if so how much.

The Chamber is supposed to be “pro business,� but this does not seem to be the case with the Westfield Chamber of Commerce. What has the Chamber ever opposed? Look at the downtown redevelopment. Did the Chamber oppose the grant program for facade improvements for “certain business�? Why would the Chamber support the redevelopment of downtown until the state makes it plans known for S.R. 32?

Property owners in Westfield now have the highest tax rate in the county. Higher than even Carmel. This is going to have a direct effect on business wishing to locate here. Where was Chamber opposition? Has the Chamber opposed the $60 million Grand Park project?

Of course not. Has the Chamber ever opposed anything? Of course not. You never cut off the hand that feeds you.

The Chamber needs to be booted out of city hall.

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I can’t write about how perfect everything is because that’s way too boring, and frankly, not exactly true.

Now back to live action: We have been in our new house for about eight months. And though we haven’t done one darn thing that we’ve wanted (landscaping, updating, or even painting over the plethora of spackle patches left by the previous owners), we are finally feeling settled. I found a job the same week we moved, and though I still shoulder most of the domestic responsibilities, I have taken to my role as a working mom quite nicely. (In fact, I love it! I actually feel intelligent again, which, as any stayat-home mother on her fourth hour of Dora can tell you, is truly saying something.) Our cat and gecko are still alive, but the stinkier fish have passed, so all is good on the smell front too.

And most significantly, I no longer have Pam-

pers and pacifiers and Poison Control constantly on my mind.

So what am I to do? I can’t write about how perfect everything is because that’s way too boring, and frankly, not exactly true. I still dislike my kids from time to time, like when my 7-year-old decides to reinvent herself as a teenage zombie but throws a tantrum when she’s asked to clean up the “transformation zone” that is her bathroom. I also, on occasion, want to ship Doo off to Siberia until he learns to communicate better. And if I have to attend another inefficient, pointless, could-have-put-this-in-ane-mail staff meeting, I might start licking public toilet seats just so I can legitimately call in sick.

But in general, I don’t have as many potential Chernobyl’s in my life now. While this is comforting to me, the lack of suburban radioactivity might not be so good for your reading enjoyment. I suppose I will just have to get a little more creative and bide my time. With four tweenage kids, a balding husband, and a fulltime job, the poo is bound to hit the fan soon.

If not, I turn 40 in less than year. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist.

You may e-mail her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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» HCLA announces board – The Hamilton County Leadership Academy added six community leaders to its board of directors. The new board members include: Josh Blackmore, Carmel Dad’s Club; Patricia Fox, Riverview Hospital; Matt Snively, Eli Lilly Federal Credit Union; Liz Tate, Central Indiana Community Foundation; Jennifer Williams, Church, Church, Hittle & Antrim and Greg Wyant, Noblesville Fire Department. The following individuals were also named as officers: President, Beth Smietana, Carmel Public Library; Vice President, Carrie Cason, City of Westfield; Treasurer, Paul Hensel, Community Bank; Secretary, Judy Gareis, HR Essentials.

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» Food drive – From now through April 2, the Westfield Washington Public Library is collecting non-perishable kid’s food as part of the Carmel Golden K Kiwanis Club’s new annual “Food for Kids” drive. The purpose is to assist the Good Samaritan Network in Noblesville that serves all 13 of the food pantries in Hamilton County.

The goal is to collect 1,000 pounds of food, as well as monetary donations to purchase items most in demand. Anyone wishing to learn more may contact Golden K Secretary Fred Lindsey at 317-844-4481.

struggling personally with career decisions, knowing it was time to throw in the nanny towel but scared about returning to a full-time job outside the home. Ideas were coming so fast

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» City council meeting – The next Westfield City Council meeting is scheduled for April 11 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall located at 130 N. Penn Street. For more information visit www.westfield.in.gov.

COMMENTARY

By Danielle WIlson What a difference a year makes! I keep wondering why I’ve been struggling to come up with topics for this column over the last few weeks, and then it occurs to me that compared to last spring, my life has settled dramatically. Flashback to March, 2010: Our house was under contract and awaiting inspection results, but our offers on foreclosed dream homes kept being denied. (Read: We were moving out within the month but had no place to go.)

I was babysitting two nieces and a nephew four days a week and my youngest was only attending kindergarten part-time. (Read: I had four children under six clamoring for fruit snacks, juice boxes, and my attention pretty much nonstop from 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. almost daily.) Santa had just brought a kitty, and our twins’ gecko and goldfish were thriving. (Read: Keeping the pet odor to non-toxic levels was requiring extra sanitation measures and additional evening cocktails.)

Needless to say, article fodder was not hard to come by. The stress of selling and buying a home alone could have spun off a whole encyclopedia set. And don’t get me started on the antics of precocious toddlers and their conniving, button-pressing older cousins. I was also k

» Annual Spaghetti Supper at Christ United Methodist Church, 318 N. Union St., Westfield, is planned for Saturday, April 16 from 5-8 p.m. The meal includes allyou-can-eat spaghetti, salad, bread sticks, desert and beverage. Adults are $7.00 and children age 4 – 12 are $4.00. Carry-out meals are also available. Proceeds will be donated to the family of Jacob McConahay to help defray medical expenses

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» Women’s club meeting – Westfield Woman’s Club will meet on April 12th at 1 p.m. at the Westfield Friends Church, 324 South Union St. The guest speaker will represent Decorating Den Interiors.

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New networking group seeks involve younger audiences in arts

By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Westfield Graying audiences and older donors are a familiar challenge and concern for administrators in the arts, and one that goes back for years.

But the Center for the Performing Arts has a unique answer to the warning call and an option for young arts and cultural enthusiasts who want to get involved at the new Center.

Launched officially after the Savion Glover performance on April 1, the new young professionals networking group, The Scene, promises to be a unique blend of professional and social opportunities for younger residents in Carmel.

Organized by Heather Mourer and Anne O’Brien of the Center for the Performing Arts, The Scene will be a mix of exclusive offers from the Center, social events, volunteer opportunities, and also professional networking events.

“We really researched in the area and in the community to find what people wanted and desired this kind of group to be, and it helped us shape what it would become,” said O’Brien.

“The nature of the Center is entertainment and enjoyment, so The Scene will be about that sort of social togetherness and, just because of its nature, also about networking.”

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For more info call 773-2002 While the group is undoubtedly focused on the opportunities, O’Brien also knows The Scene will be a chance to address members as donors and also help create a core group of supporters and arts advocates for the arts and Center.

“For us this is an opportunity to help people expand and enhance their experience with the Center,” said O’Brien.

Additionally, regular and open events for the first several months and into the future of the organization are all about creating a cohesive and lasting experience with the arts. By midsummer, O’Brien said she hoped The Scene would be ready to formalize the leadership board and also have a growing membership.

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Burma shave inspires political campaign for local couple Current in Westfield Growing political awareness and participation in campaigns since 2008’s presidential election are not a new trend for Mic and Jill Mead of Westfield. Always active in local politics, the Meads have created their own campaigns this year to support their favorite candidate, incumbent Mayor Andy Cook.

While brainstorming about how they could get involved, Jill Mead recalled the old Burma Shave signs along the side of the road from her childhood and decided a campaign of similar signs would be her contribution.

The Burma Shave signs were an innovative advertising method in the 1930s for a brushless shaving cream. Slogans and funny sayings were split up into a series of signs along highways, so when cars passed it would create the complete message. For Jill and Mic, what was effective advertising of days past was an opportunity to get creative and also get busy supporting their candidate.

“We just love Andy and what he has done for this community,” said Jill Mead. “We like him because he’s always thinking of good things for our city and has the character and integrity of a leader. He’s done excellent work and is so humble about it.”

For several months, Jill and Mic worked to

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Jim and Jill Mead create the funny slogans that referred to Cook’s leadership, various projects and enthusiasm for Westfield. They created 18 slogans in total. The one in front of their house on Oak Road reads: “Think proven leadership’s a good thing to keep?

Then vote for the man in the yellow Jeep!”

Signs are located in nine places around the city. A few highlights are at South Union Street outside of Beauchamp’s, at 161st Street and Spring Mill Road, and also on Highway 32 just west of Oak Ridge Road.

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New sculpture under construction soon in Westfield COMMENTARY

By Ken Kingshill Recently, the Grand Junction Task Group has been contemplating a number of public art projects in and around the downtown area.

A location we felt would be a good candidate for a piece of sculpture is the vacant lot on North Union Street owned by the city. It’s located on the west side of the street just north of Penn Street. In fact, the lot currently serves as a sort of side entrance into Asa Bales Park.

We turned to the Herron School of Art in downtown Indianapolis, which often partners with communities seeking public art options.

It’s a win-win situation, as the school uses the opportunity as a learning experience for its students and the community obtains a piece of art, essentially at cost.

One day last summer, about 15 art students and several faculty visited downtown Westfield to tour the site and hear some history of Westfield and the Grand Junction project. They strolled through Asa Bales Park and up and down Union Street to get a feel for the location.

They then went to work dreaming up ideas for a sculpture to be installed at the site.

After several months refining their ideas, they were ready to present their proposals to our group for consideration in mid-March. Mem-

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bers of the Grand Junction Task Group met in the sculpture building on the Herron campus in Indianapolis to act as a selection jury.

We viewed presentations by five different teams. Each team presented a model of their proposal. At first it seemed we would be in for a long day of deliberations. The proposals were all very good, and all very different.

However, one proposal ultimately stood out from the rest. This artist had clearly done her homework: she incorporated Westfield’s past, present and future. We spent the most time on her proposal, quizzing her on her thoughts and the specifics of how the piece would be fabricated and installed.

After we had viewed all five proposals, we deliberated fairly quickly. Much to my relief, we were able to reach a consensus. The five teams were then paraded back into the room, and we announced the winner.

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Educators combine efforts to bring computers to rural Africa

By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Westfield Combining environmental awareness, education and supporting the global community, Westfield students and educators have taken on the challenge of bringing technology to rural Africa through Wings for West Africa.

An organization dedicated to bringing computers to remote classrooms of Senegal and West Africa, Wings for West Africa was founded in Indianapolis by North Central High School teacher Kathleen Lattimer, who had spent time in Senegal. Having developed a friendship with Senegal teacher Habib Diatta, Lattimer knew how badly technology was needed for students in Senegal; thus Wings for West Africa was born. The organization collects old computers and sends them to rural classrooms in Africa.

Since its founding in 2001, the program has collection days grown rapidly from around 50 computers to between April 16, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

300-400 computers being North Central High School donated a year to African 1801 E. 86th St. schools, with major conIndianapolis, IN 46240 tributions from Hamilton April 30-May 1 County families.

Holy Spirit at Geist Diatta, who has since 10350 Glaser Way moved to Carmel after Fishers, IN 46037 teaching for 10 years in May 21, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Senegal, saw the impact of Noblesville High School technology on the students 18111 Cumberland Rd. in Africa.

Noblesville, IN 46060 “I know that one computer is a huge revelation for them. It improves efficiency, helps teachers and students be up to date, and opens so much information for them,” he said.

Collections during drop-off days and working with businesses to collect old computers have been instrumental in growing the organization. While the job of refurbishing computers is extremely complicated, students are trained by technicians to check monitors and receive mini-lessons at each drop-off day about the components in the computers. In the U.S., the computers are donated, refurbished and then sent to Africa, where teachers receive training to use them in the classroom: a full circle of education for all involved.

“People ask why we don’t help kids locally, but we have a much different situation than these classrooms in Africa. If a child wants to get online here, all they have to do is go to school or find a library; in Africa, there are no facilities like that. This is these children’s first and only exposure to technology and the internet,” said Susie Seal, the Westfield organizer for Wings for West Africa.

Seal, a Westfield Middle School science teacher, became very active in Wings for West Africa after her close friend Lattimer approached her about the programs, and because she felt compelled

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Middle school students using donated computers in Diofior in Senegal as a science teacher to address the variety of issues the organization supports, including environmental awareness and technology training and support.

Not only is the benefit getting computers into classrooms for students to learn, but also helping keep dangerous metals and toxins out of the environment by responsibly recycling computers, something Seal knows is important as a science teacher.

“We are really aiming at getting a recycling center in Africa,” said Seal. “This way, even there we’re keeping the environment clean.”

Lattimer also joined locally with Indiana Work Force, which employs former convicts. She explained that not all computers can be refurbished for classrooms, and as a result, they needed a way to safely dispose of and recycle the computers, and they’ve (partnered) with Work Force to support this.

Perhaps for Seal, Lattimer and Diatta, all educators, the benefit

is seeing their own students grow from the experience after getting involved with Wing for West Africa. Lattimer said she saw her students take on vocational classes and graduates involved in pursing higher degrees dealing with global citizenship and politics.

Seal said the impact on her students has been especially incredible: She had a former student from his Boy Scout Eagle Project around the organization and has seen students grow into leaders being involved with the program that relies heavily on not just student manpower, but word of mouth.

“As educators, we have to help develop the philanthropic sense in our students,” said Seal. “They do this with the expectation of getting nothing back but just knowing they’ve done good things, and that is so important. Seeing my students work hard is a fantastic thing, and seeing the day when they get the shrink-wrapped pallets of the first shipment of the year ready is so amazing.”

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Sports Park youth connection takes shape

By Brandie Bohney Current in Westfield While there has been much talk about the sports facilities to be built at Grand Park, until recently, the proposed purpose of the park – serving as the central facility for youth sports in Westfield – has been just that: a proposal. That proposal has now become a reality.

Last week, Mayor Andy Cook announced that both Westfield Youth Sports (WYSI) and Westfield Youth Soccer Association (WYSA) will officially make Westfield’s future Grand Park Sports Campus their home. Shortly prior to that announcement came the release that LIDS Indiana Bulls, a heavy hitter in the world of youth travel baseball teams, would also call the new facility its home upon completion. But while the LIDS teams serve players of a greater area, the WYSI and WYSA specifically serve Westfield youth, and that, says Mayor Andy Cook, has been the purpose of the facility from the beginning.

“We just want to reiterate that … the primary goal of this campus is to provide for the youth sports future of Westfield,” Cook said.

While the campus will not have facilities for every sport – most notably basketball – it will have areas for soccer, lacrosse, football, baseball, softball, volleyball, cheerleading, wrestling and track and field.

The Grand Park Sports Campus is a significant accomplishment for Westfield.

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have a parks department,” Cook said.

The new park, he notes, is the culmination of the idea of a centralized youth sports facility.

“For the most part, [youth sports teams’] practices, their games, their seasons, their tournaments will happen at this location.”

And with 26 baseball and softball diamonds and 32 soccer, lacrosse, rugby and field hockey fields as well as an indoor training facility, the complex will be a significant asset to Westfield’s youth.

And while Mayor Cook’s excitement is palpable and understandable, it is also shared by WYSI and WYSA officials. WYSA Board President Mark Anderson noted in a statement last week that, “it is impossible to underestimate the impact of permanent fields and an indoor, stateof-the-art training facility. Such facilities will allow the club to offer year-round training and multiple sports opportunities.”

Dave Schmitz, WYSI Board President, shared Anderson’s enthusiasm for the project, and both presidents noted the benefit of having a highquality facility large enough for hosting tournaments and championships of national size and significance.

“The design is 99 percent completed, and in April, we will begin the engineering process,” Cook said.

“The finances will all be finished, and the plan will be presented at the next Sports Commission meeting in April. And we hope to begin construction later this year.”

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DISPATCHES » Students need more shots – Indiana state law requires that current fifth-grade students receive additional immunizations before starting school in August as sixth graders. To meet Indiana state requirements, the student’s immunization record needs to include the following: 3 Hepatitis B, 5 Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis, 4 Polio, 2 Measles, Mumps, and Rubella, 2 Varicella or documented history of chicken pox, 1 Tetanus and Pertussis, 1 Meningococcal. For more information visit http://www.in.gov/ isdh/17094.htm » Book sale – The Friends of the Westfield Library are having a book sale that is open to everyone during regular library hours through Saturday, April 16. All proceeds go to support library events and materials. » Give Blood, Get a Book – The Indiana Blood Center will be at the Westfield Washington Public Library on Tuesday, April 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and each person donating blood will receive a free book of their choice. To make the best use of the time, please sign up at the library for a time slot, but walk-ins will still be welcome. Addi-

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Alternative spellings: Okay (OK) or not?

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By Brandie Bohney Okay is always o-k-a-y to me. I never spell it without the a and y. Ever. It irks me to see it written ok or o.k. But it’s correct all three ways.

Nearly any dictionary you check will list all three spellings as acceptable, and different people have different preferences. In fact, after I submitted this column, my editor (an AP-Style guru) informed me that the AP Stylebook calls for use of OK rather than any other form; apparently the stylebook says, “do not use ‘okay.’” So when you see OK in my column, it’s not because I like it that way.

The same is true for a number of other alternative spellings: colour and color, theater and theatre, center and centre, catalogue and catalog, leaped and leapt. Many of these differences are due to preferences shown in British versus American English.

There is another handful of words with acceptable alternate spellings for informal use only. Take for example thru, a shortened, informal version of through. It’s recognized in nearly any dictionary you can pick up, but it’s only for informal use. Don’t put it on your resume or a formal proposal at work.

Words with unacceptable (not formally recognized even as informal) alternate spellings are often easy to spot: 2nite, ur, sk8, bcoz. And they’re most often used by people under the age of 30.

In fact, if you’re over the age of 30, you may be looking at those spellings wondering where

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we’re going and why we’re in this handbasket.

But what about words like tonite? I recall from my high school years my mother using the spelling tonite frequently, and when I asked her about it, she said it was an alternate spelling. She was and still is a wordsmith, so I never questioned it. I generally use the traditional spelling: tonight. But when I started to put this column together, I intended to use tonite as an example of an acceptable alternative spelling.

Unfortunately for me, tonite is not an acceptable alternative. It’s not listed in any dictionary as an acceptable alternative for tonight. It is a word, however. According to Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, tonite is a noun: an explosive compound; a preparation of gun cotton.

Not at all the same as tonight.

The point, of course, is that you need to check a dictionary before you use an alternative spelling. And remember, even wordsmiths are wrong sometimes. Okay?

••• This week’s Grammar Therapy topic is Split Personalities: Straightening Out Commonly Confused Words. Join us at 7 p.m. on Thursday at Carmel Lutheran Church, room 100A. Brandie Bohney is a grammar enthusiast and former English teacher. If you have a grammarrelated question, please email her at bbthegrammarguru@gmail.com.

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Teacher recognized for artistic contribution in classroom Current in Westfield Washington Woods Elementary School art teacher Bev Staub has been selected as the Indiana Art Educator of the Year by the National Art Education Association.

The award recognizes teachers and educators who are dedicated to art education and find outstanding ways to engage their students through the fine arts. Staub will join other art educators who were selected in their state for the award and will be recognized at the National Art Education Association conference in Seattle.

“We were excited, but not surprised when we heard that Mrs. Staub had been selected as NAEA Indiana Art Teacher of the year,” said Washington Woods Principal Dr. Scott Williams in a statement. “She is a creative, innovative, collaborative and enthusiastic professional, and we’re delighted that she is part of our staff.”

“This award is being given to recognized excellence in professional accomplishment and service by a dedicated art educator. This recipient exemplifies the highly qualified individuals active in the field of art education today: leaders, teachers, students, scholars and advocates

Staub who give their best to the profession,” NAEA President R. Barry Shauck said in a release.

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Grilled steaks: A spicy, smoky Cabernet Sauvignon or an equally hearty red like an Italian Primitivo stand up well to grilled beef. Burgers: A drier, yet fruity red like Merlot, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, or Syrah are good complements. Barbecue: Wines that are both fruity and spicy like a Petite Syrah or Zinfandel won’t get lost in all that spice and smoke from the barbeque.

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Glitz and glamour: costume design for ‘Chicago’

By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Westfield Costume design is as much about creating characters through clothes and costume as it is about functionality.

Lucky for Brian Horton and Jeremy Korgenski, the costume designers for “Chicago,” the costumes are as much about the glitz and excess of the 1920s as they are about the personalities of each actor. For the designers, much of the concept for the show was based around dark fabrics and sheers and sequins that reflect light, with bursts of color to create interest.

“We wanted pops of color and to bring out the elements of the 1920s, more than the revival did,” said Horton.

Horton’s extensive experience on stage and in costume design and Korgenski’s experience designing for show choirs and working at Disney, and his fashion design background, makes them a good pair to create the nearly 30 looks that will go into the performance of “Chicago.”

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Quick-changing wrap dresses and decisions about the kind of hose that should be worn on stage for each of change will be considered. Horton, whose experience is as much behind the scenes as on stage, has helped him to understand costumes in a way an actor might.

“I like working with the actors before I start rendering to help build the costume and clothes that fits their character, and also because they can offer insight into how they envision their character,” said Horton.

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Best behavior: etiquette for the theater

By Lindsay Eckert Current in Westfield Carol Baker, Director of Education and Outreach at the Center for the Performing Arts answers questions about proper theater etiquette to make the most of any Baker performance.

“The Mayor has called the Palladium, the community’s living room – a place where the community can come and enjoy great music together. Imagine 1,600 guests in your living room at home. The Golden Rule applies in any venue, so the Palladium is no different. As beautiful and grand as the concert hall is, it is a place for all to share in the live music experience!”

What etiquette advice would you give to those going to see a classical piece at the Palladium or another arts center?

Classical music has a tradition in unto itself; however, the Golden Rule still applies. In classical music, there is the topic of clapping between movements. To clap or not to clap? Traditionalists say no clapping, please. At the same time, a new tradition is emerging – if you feel like clapping, go ahead. Watch the conductor or musicians. When they lower their instruments or arms, it’s usually an indication that the piece is over. Otherwise, they are moving on to the

next movement.

Also, I usually come to concerts with a cough drop or gum in my purse just in case I feel the urge to cough. Classical music can get very soft at times and I don’t want to miss a beat.

What is the reasoning behind the rules of the theater? How does this enhance the overall experience?

In live musical settings, minimizing distraction is key so everyone can enjoy the music.

In the age of technology, please remember to silence your cell phones. It’s usually not polite to check email or text during a concert. About theatre etiquette in general, be aware of your surroundings, and when in doubt, follow suit.

Performers want you, the audience, to have a good time.

What else should people do to prepare for a theatrical or musical performance?

When attending live performances, allow enough time to get to the venue comfortably, especially if it’s your first trip to the Palladium.

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Here’s a critical tip: Cut the steak across the grain—meaning, make thin slices perpendicular to the flank’s pronounced striations. The shredded slaw adds a cold-and-crisp accent to the savory-sweet steak.

Call it “streetfood,” call it “fusion.” Or just forget classifications—this recipe’s a crowd pleaser.

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By Clint Smith The crowds drawn to on-the-go, “streetfood” gurus West Coast Tacos is a local testament to the macro trend of “fusion” – a movement which, over the past few decades, has been blurring the culinary line between tradition and amalgamation. In this sense, a humble stack of corn tortillas parts ways with predictable Tex-Mex milieu, and transforms into a threeto-four-bite device, ideal for showcasing flavors which are seldom paired together.

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Grilled salmon with dill pickle butter Ingredients • 4 tablespoon(s) unsalted butter, softened • 1/4 cup(s) finely diced dill pickles • 1 teaspoon(s) minced tarragon • 1/2 teaspoon(s) Dijon mustard • Salt and freshly ground pepper • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, with skin • Extra-virgin olive oil, for rubbing Directions 1. Light a grill. In a small bowl, blend the butter with the diced pickles, tarragon, and

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Serves two (2 tacos each) Ingredients • 1/2 cup prepared barbecue sauce (your favorite brand) • 1/2 cup hoisin sauce (Chinese condiment, available at most grocery stores) • 1 tablespoon sesame oil • 2 cloves minced garlic • 2 tablespoons sliced scallion • 1 1/2 pounds flank steak • 8 fresh corn tortillas Slaw • 8 – 10 ounces shredded cabbage slaw mix • 1/4 cup julienne radish • 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro • 2 tablespoons sliced scallion • 2 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds • 1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar • 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil • 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce • Juice from one fresh lime • To taste, kosher salt and cracked black pepper Directions 1. For marinade: In a zip-lock bag or airtight container, combine barbecue and hoisin sauces, sesame oil, garlic and steak.

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April 9 Indianapolis Repertory Theatre: The Gospel According to James The Indianapolis Repertory Theatre 140 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis March 22-April 10; Showtime vary Tickets available online at www.irtlive.com This world premiere performance is certain to make audiences reflect on their own and country’s history. Written by Charles Smith and commissioned by the IRT, “The Gospel According to James” follows James Cameron and Mary Ball as they look back at the racial crimes in Marion, IN when they were teens in the 1930s. Past and present intermingle to create and incredible performance and story.

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April 9 Carmel Community Players: I Hate Hamlet Carmel Community Playhouse, 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd Suite 140, Carmel March 31-April 10; Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm, and Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm.

Tickets are $15 for adults; Seniors (62+) $12, and $12 for students. Tickets at the door or in advance at www.carmelplayers.org or by calling CCP’s box office at 317-815-9387.

This comedy is sure to be fun for those who either love, or love to hate, Shakespeare. The plot is that of a successful television actor who relocates to New York, where he rents a marvelous, gothic apartment. With his television career in limbo, the actor is offered the opportunity to play Hamlet onstage, but there’s one problem: He hates Hamlet. His dilemma deepens with the entrance of John Barrymore’s ghost, who arrives intoxicated and in full costume to the apartment that once was his.

April 10 Indianapolis Repertory Theatre: The Gospel According to James The Indianapolis Repertory Theatre 140 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis March 22-April 10; Showtime vary Tickets available online at www.irtlive.com This world premiere performance is certain to make audiences reflect on their own and country’s history. Written by Charles Smith and commissioned by the IRT, “The Gospel According to James” follows James Cameron and Mary Ball as they look back at the racial crimes in Marion, IN when they were teens in the 1930s. Past and present intermingle to create and incredible performance and story.

April 16 Carmel Symphony Orchestra: A Thousand and One Nights The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts Saturday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets available by phone by calling 317.843.3800 or toll-free at 877.909.2787. Visit www.carmelsymphony.org for more information.

Carmel Symphony performs Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Rimsky-Korsakov in what is sure to be a fantastic musical evening for the entire family. information, call 770-9020.

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DISPATCHES » Loosen the ponytail – The tighter the ponytail, the more prone the hair will be to falling out. Pulling every hair into a taut tuft causes traction alopecia, a form of hair loss that leads to a receding hairline. The good news is the recession isn’t likely to be permanent.

-www.glo.msn.com » Expert tip – “Use the back of a cold spoon to smooth on eye cream. Placing the spoon in ice water or the fridge works well,” says Dior makeup artist Ricky Wilson, who’s worked with the likes of Sharon Stone and Elizabeth Banks. It’ll hydrate and de-puff, increase circulation and decrease dark circles while still working on those spider veins and crow’s feet.

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-www.elle.com » More durable jeans – Choose a dark wash to save money on jeans. Denim companies launder items repeatedly to lighten the color. Deeper shades are handled less, so they last twice as long. Also, look for blended fabrics. Pairs last longer if they contain at least 2 percent spandex. That material doesn’t just hug your curves -- it also helps maintain the shape of the jeans over time.

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Has the bed been remade?

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By Vicky Early Is the duvet history? Is the elegant, pillowfestooned bed sound asleep? Did the down-filled comforter take a nap?

It just takes thumbing through a few pages in House Beautiful to realize that there is a strong trend toward a cleaner, simpler look in bedding.

Fluffy and layered has been the conventional choice since the ‘90s. The beautiful bed has been all about an abundance of everything from down to pillows to layers.

Down’s detractors have long cursed the downfilled duvet as a lumpy, untidy covering and have accused it of being an undercover sweat factory. Its supporters stand by it with the intensity of a toddler and his favorite binky, as it says warmth and comfort.

Could it be that the design world and its aficionados are ready to remake the bed?

The sleeker look has infiltrated design showrooms and has displaced the look of excess comfort. This sleek, minimalist look can give a serene, Zen-like feel inspired by boutique hotels.

Although the look is simple, the execution often is not.

The “Hotel W” look that is riding the wave of popularity consists of crisply pressed sheets, blankets and coverlet(s) carefully folded down at the top edge and tucked in at the sides and the

bottom. The final result is far more svelte than a mattress draped in the bedding equivalent of a down jacket.

Because maintaining this look requires a set of gazillion thread count, monogrammed sheets that are laundered and ironed daily, it is probably not ideal for anyone who has a life outside of the laundry room.

Just making this streamlined bed so that it looks like the carefully coifed Architectural Digest vignettes can be enough to send one running for the less severe look of the duvet.

Before you commit to one style or the other, consider that the down-filled duvet is not as forgiving as it sounds: Just getting the down comforter in place in the duvet is akin to dressing Jell-O. When the comforter it is in place, it is a temporary state of being. Morning is sure to bring with it a tectonic shift in placement.

When the execution of the sleek is weighed against the effort required to manage a duvet coupled with mountains of pillows and shams, it is difficult to cast a disparaging finger at either style.

This austere look is not for everyone: It is probably the style of choice for those who are more urban in their lifestyles.

For those who crave morning coffee in a toasty bed, covered by fluffy, puffy layers, the bed and breakfast look is a clear winner. I am in this category and predict that the comfy-looking bed will return with a vengeance. This is your retreat, and comfort is paramount!

Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

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Kitchens: When a cosmetic remodel is not enough REMODLEING

By Larry Greene ORIGINAL BATHROOM: This home, located in the Huntington Chase subdivision in west Carmel, included the original kitchen. While a lower-budget cosmetic remodel was originally considered, the homeowner soon realized this would not be enough.

PROBLEMS IDENTIFIED: They commented, “There wasn’t a cosmetic repair that could fix the look of our kitchen. The existing floor was at the end of its life, the sink was rusty and the cabinets were hideous.” The refrigerator door hit the wall when you opened it, and the island was built at a strange angle and did not allow for a good flow around the kitchen. The island was very plain: “… just a big wooden box with a counter top,” said the homeowner. The doorway between the kitchen and dining room was awkwardly located in a corner.

FAVORITE CHANGES: The homeowner commented, “We replaced worn-out vinyl flooring with a beautiful hand-scraped maple wood floor in a kaluha finish. We put the same flooring in the entryway, office and powder room to create a very unified look. The doorway between the kitchen and dining room was moved to the center of the wall, giving us more wall space for additional cabinets and more counter space.”

HOMEOWNER FINAL THOUGHTS: “This was the biggest remodeling project we have done. Everything is in the right place

Before now,” said the homeowner. “The layout is so much more functional for us.” The upgrade to new double wall ovens with convection on the top resulted in shorter cooking times and energy savings. The cabinets were upgraded from the original builder-grade honey-oak cabinets to a more contemporary, dark espresso finish on cherry wood. The island was reconfigured and enlarged and includes new cabinets with shelves and deep drawers to allow for more storage. The two levels on the island allow the family to sit and eat at the bar or set up a buffet for guests on the upper level when they entertain.

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DISPATCHES » Antibiotic resistance – A new pattern of resistance has emerged among a particularly challenging group of bacteria called the gram-negatives. The bacterial genes responsible confer resistance to the carbapenems, a group of so-called last-resort antibiotics. Carbapenem resistance in gram-negative bacteria is especially worrisome because these germs are ubiquitous and share genes easily.

Plus, no new drugs for these bugs are being developed. This could mean many people could die of newly untreatable infections.

-Scientific American » Migraine remedy – Capsaicin, an ingredient in cayenne pepper, cuts off neurotransmitters in the brain that cause headache pain. Dissolve one-quarter teaspoon of cayenne powder in four ounces of warm water.

Dip a cotton swap into the solution and apply liquid inside your nostrils. It will burn and by the time the burning stops, the headache pain will be reduced or gone altogether.

-Bottom Line Health » Avoid conventional beef – Though he claims many organic foods are a waste of money, Dr. Joseph Mercola advises to only

buy organic beef. “Cattle were designed to eat grass, not grains,” he writes. “Compared with corn-fed beef, organically-raised grassfed beef is higher in beta-carotene, vitamin E, omega-3s, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), calcium, magnesium, and potassium.” He also says non-organic meats can have up to five times more pesticides than non-organic vegetables.

-www.mercola.com » Drinking speeds aging – Drink more than one cocktail a day and your skin suffers.

Alcohol increases the level of inflammatory agents in the bloodstream which can hasten skin sagging over time. If you smoke, too, you’ll develop more deep wrinkles and a blotchier skin tone. Every decade of smoking results in a perceived extra 2.5 years of age, according to research published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

-www.allure.com » The more nutritious choice – When looking to cut calories, choose soft cheese over hard cheese. As cheese ages, it loses moisture and becomes more dense in calories and fat.

To cut calories without cutting out cheese, just eat smaller amounts of aged cheese, or go with a soft variety, such as mozzarella.

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Natural support for life’s stresses WELLNESS

By Laura Marenco For most of us, stress is a natural part of life. Stress is a part of our ability to cope with demanding situations, and is when our adrenal glands release stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline to give a boost of energy and strength. This is often called a “flight or fight” response. In the case of an emergency, the response is short term, and after the stressful situation has passed, our hormone levels naturally decline.

It is the chronic stress of daily life that can create problems, when the same stress hormones regularly remain at high levels in attempt to cope. The same stress hormones such as cortisol, when they remain at high levels, can also cause depression and suppress our immune system, leading to sickness. Stress has a significant impact on our health, and studies by the National Institutes of Health approximate that 90 percent of mental and physical illnesses are either are either caused by or aggravated by stress.

Since we can’t just turn off stress situations that life brings, there are ways we can reduce its effects. Getting regular exercise and activities such as yoga help combat stress. Also the herb holy basil, incorporated with such healthy activities, can effectively reduce hormone levels

caused by chronic stress.

Holy basil is an herbal adaptogen that has reigned supreme for the last 5,000 years in its native land, India, where it is a sacred herb in the Hindu religion and is considered a pillar of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian traditional system of medicine. Scientific studies examining the herb holy basil have found that holy basil decreases stress hormone cortisol. When cortisol reHoly basil mains high, it impairs everything from cognitive performance, lower immunity, and even increases in abdominal fat storage. It also triggers the production of inflammatory COX-2 enzymes, which affect blood sugar changes and increase metabolic inflammation, all of which have negative health effects.

Stress helps us deal with difficult situations, but don’t let chronic stress affect your health.

Incorporate healthy activities to relieve stress, and give holy basil a try for natural support to reduce stress hormones and their negative effects.

Laura Marenco is a certified personal trainer and nutritional advisor for PointBlank Nutrition. You may e-mail her at laura@pointblanknutrition. com.

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WELLNESS

By Dr. Angela LaSalle The rapid hormonal changes of pregnancy and menopause can cause major shifts in our immune system, making a woman’s immune system more likely than a man’s to attack her own tissues.

Because thyroid hormone levels also shift with changes in estrogen and progesterone, the thyroid gland can be misidentified as a foreign invader and is prone for attack by the immune system. The result may be thyroiditis, or inflammation of the thyroid gland, and may present with symptoms of either hypothyroidism (low function) or hyperthyroidism (high function).

Such inflammation may be transient and resolve on its own, as in a case of post-partum thyroiditis, or may be chronic in nature, and require long-term medical treatment. Many patients have presented with complaints of not returning to their normal energy levels after pregnancy or issues during menopause such as hot flashes, insomnia or hair loss. Since the symptoms of thyroid disease overlap with hormonal changes, it may be easy to miss a developing thyroid problem without proper testing.

Hypothyroidism can present with weight gain, constipation, dry skin, depression and cholesterol issues or menstrual abnormalities. Hyperthyroidism is associated with weight loss, fast heart rate, feeling jittery and diarrhea. It is important to note that both conditions can cause menstrual

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abnormalities, fatigue, hair loss, skin changes, palpitations and mood issues. For a new mom, issues with milk production, not restarting menstrual cycles after stopping breast feeding, continued hair loss, rapid weight changes, depression, palpitations and insomnia may be additional red flags to a possible thyroid issue.

If you suspect a thyroid problem, ask your doctor to check the level of a signal hormone from the pituitary called TSH, or thyroid stimulating hormone. Its level runs opposite of the thyroid function and will be elevated if the thyroid is under-functioning and low if the gland is too active. Checking free levels of thyroid hormones (T4 and T3) measures thyroid hormone available to the cells and anti-thyroid antibody levels like thyroid peroxidase antibody and antithyroglobulin antibody can look for an immune system attack on the thyroid gland.

Thyroid issues can present in both men and women at any time of life. But in women, hormonal swings can often overlap or trigger the symptoms of thyroid disease, and complicate the diagnosis.

Talk with your doctor about testing and treatments to help you find your hormonal balance.

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“OMG” and “LOL” were created, along with And I’m sure we all had pretty much the same a pestiferous host of other such abbreviations, reaction: when the modern communications came along “OMG, OED!” (For those of you not burdened by the miracles to dictate speed over spelling. The thinking, of modern communications technology – and be- if you can call it that, was that, “Oh, my god” lieve me, there are days when I envy you – OMG and, “That’s so funny I laughed out loud” took entirely too long to type. is the abbreviation for “oh my god” and has I fear the slippery slope may be underfoot. If become the standard text/instant message/e-mail OMG and LOL are OK, it may only be a matexpression of surprise. For example … ter of time before those little smiley face emoti“Let’s go get a hamburger.” cons are language too. The OED has already “OMG! I can’t because it’s a Friday in Lent.” decided to include the heart symbol used as a “OMG! I totally forgot you were Catholic.” synonym for love, as in, “I (heart) new socks.”

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DISPATCHES » Home sale prices increased – The Indiana Association of Realtors recently released its Indiana market report for February. Statewide, when comparing February 2011 to February 2010: The median sale price of homes increased 2 percent to $100,000; the average sale price of homes increased 0.3 percent to $122,052; and the number of closed sales increased 7.1 percent to 3,212. » Supervalu a steal? – Supervalu (SVU), the country’s third-largest grocery company, saw sales fall 6 percent to $8.7 billion in the most recent quarter, and shares have tumbled 39 percent in the past year. But now it looks like a steal. The stock trades at just five times next year’s estimated earnings, or half as much as its grocery peers. And experts like Supervalu’s cost cutting and cash flow.

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conference center at 10333 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at buskillers.eventbrite.com. » Food companies hide price hikes – Food companies in recent months have tried to camouflage price increases by selling their products in tiny and tinier packages for the same prices. So far, the changes are most visible at the grocery store. Many canned vegetables, for example, have dropped from 16 to 13 ounces. Some sugar is now in 4-pound, not 5-pound, bags and some pasta boxes contain three fewer ounces, among other examples.

-www.nyt.com » Women earning more – According to a March “Women at Work” report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the gender wage gap continues to narrow. Women earned 81 cents for every dollar earned by men in 2010, up from 76 cents in 2000. They even earn more than men in some occupations, including: construction managers, interviewers, preschool and kindergarten teachers, social science and health technicians, dieticians, occupational therapists, painters, aircraft mechanics and construction laborers, among others.

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By David Cain I seldom watch the morning news anymore. I have taken to more contemporary means of gathering news – my trusted networks or aggregated sources via the Internet. It turns out it’s cheaper than installing flat screens in every place of my house where I might be looking as I conduct the daily rituals of readying for work or play.

Mind you, I’m not a television hater. I still maintain a love affair with my old friend and spend my fair share of mindless hours staring at it without a thought in my head. Even so, I must admit that growing shares of my mindless gazes are focused on the much smaller screen of my phone. And, despite the television being on in the background, I’m often giving it up for the little guy: my phone.

Yesterday, I reverted back to the prehistoric days of the morning broadcast news. I tuned in on a weekday as I decided I craved the weather forecast delivered by a real person instead of a phone app. When I tuned in, I was delighted to see it was sports. I hadn’t heard this news since I read it and watched it before bed the night before. Redundancy is a big part of my life, so a healthy dose of it first thing in the morning seemed to agree with my schedule.

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ous day, spun with a slightly different angle, they moved to the “social media segment” of the sportscast. “Let’s see what Butler’s Blue II has been saying in social media,” the report started. Twitter posts of a dog were put on the screen along with the insightful color commentary of the reporter.

Insights into what the dog meant by his tweeting and Facebook posting, what great commentary indeed! I mean, I’m way more into dog blogging, but, hey, dog tweeting is cool with me too.

It’s become somewhat common to see a television segment that references the social sphere and what activity is happening online. During the March basketball coverage, there is persistent coverage of the social networks and what people are saying. Television stations used to interview people to see what they thought. It appears now they are simply providing commentary on social network posts. For all of us that remember the day when only birds tweeted, it’s important to realize that in today’s world even dogs tweet. Is your business watching the social networks to see what people say about you?

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This executive home boasts elegance and privacy and is the perfect home for a professional. It features a spacious main-level master bedroom, upstairs bedrooms with a “Jack and Jill” bathroom, and a finished daylight basement with a recreation room, bonus room, wet bar and family room. Don’t miss the cart garage!

Strengths: Overlooks the 13th fairway. Main-level master bedroom.

Finished basement.

Challenges: A lot of competition, competing with new constructions. Floor plan limits market.

Keith Albrecht is a Realtor with RE/MAX serving Hamilton County and Indianapolis. Contact the Albrecht Team by phone at 580-9955 or via e-mail at team@keithshomes.com.

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These smart phone apps will make doing Uncle Sam’s paperwork a little less taxing.

IRS2go – Wondering if your tax refund got lost in the mail? Find out exactly how long you have to wait to see your check with the IRS’ first mobile app, which launched in January. The free app, available on iPhones and Androids, also allows you to sign up for tax tips via e-mail.

TurboTax SnapTax – You can already pay and bank by phone.

Now you can file your taxes with your phone, too. Just take a photo of your W-2 with your smart phone. With this app, your data is uploaded into your phone and transferred right onto your return.

The app is designed for simple returns. It won’t work if you have a more complicated return. While

you can test out the process for free, you have to pay $14.99 to file.

Tax Organizer – Instead of stuffing receipts into a drawer or shoebox, just snap a photo of them with your iPhone or Droid and store them in an online account.

When you’re ready, simply email the receipts to your accountant. The app, created by Mishap Studios Inc., is free for 14 days and then costs $14.95 a month. iTaxMama – iTaxMama makes sure you never miss a relevant tax deadline by allowing you to set up e-mail alerts for the days that matter. It even lists the penalties you will incur if you don’t heed the reminders. The app costs $2.99 and is available on iPhones.

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DISPATCHES » Poll: Pet owners say declawing is OK – Nearly 60 percent of American pet owners, including 55 percent of cat owners, say it is OK to have a cat declawed, but only 8 percent approve of having a dog’s vocal cords removed, according to an Associated Press-Petside. com poll. Experts say both surgeries are painful and alter the way the animals walk or talk. Ninety percent of pet owners oppose removing a dog’s vocal cords.

Forty-seven percent would favor a law making the procedure illegal, while 44 percent would oppose a law.

-Associated Press » Shelter challenge – Help the Humane Society for Hamilton County regain the title of the top shelter in Indiana – and a $1,000 cash prize which will help the shelter’s animals. Visit www.hamiltonhumane. com and click the “Vote for HSHC” link at the bottom left of the page. The link will direct you to www.theanimalrescuesite. com, where you can vote for Hamilton County’s shelter up to once a day.

Learn to recognize (and then reduce) your dog’s stress CANINES

By John Mikesell There are many reasons why it’s important to pay attention to stress indicators, including the following.

• Stress is a universal underlying cause of aggression.

• Stress can have a negative impact on the dog’s health.

• The dog’s ability to learn is impaired when she is stressed. I remember when I first took Izzy to training class; she was so stressed out by the other dogs she couldn’t concentrate on me or her instructions.

• Dogs respond poorly to cues when stressed • Negative classical conditioning can occur as a result of stress.

There are several signs of stress. I will name a few, and there are many more then we have space for here.

Anorexia: Stress causes the appetite to shut down. A dog that won’t eat moderate to high value treats may just be distracted or simply not hungry, but this is more often an indicator of stress Avoidance: Dog turns away, shuts down, evades handler’s touch and treats Digestive disturbances: Vomiting and diarrhea can be a sign of illness, or stress; the digestive system reacts strongly to stress. Carsickness is often a stress reaction.

Hyperactivity: Frantic behavior or just restless pacing, sometimes misinterpreted as ignoring or” blowing off” owner.

Excessive grooming: Dog may lick or chew

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paws, legs, flank, tail, and genital areas, even to the point of self- mutilation.

Almost every dog mauls toddler headline is followed by an article that includes, among other things, these two phrases: The dog was always good with children, and the bite was unprovoked.

Most people who think their dogs are good with children don’t realize their dogs only tolerate children – the dogs are actually stressed in the presence of children, at least to some degree.

Dogs who are truly good with children adore them: They don’t just tolerate them. They are delighted to see children, and, with wriggling body, wagging tail, and squinty eyes, can’t wait to go see them. With the rare exception of idiopathic aggression – aggression for which there is no discernible cause – every bite is provoked, from the dog’s perspective. We, as humans, may feel the bite wasn’t justice or appropriate, but rest assured the dog felt justified in biting.

What you can do: • Observe your dog closely and make a list of the behaviors he manifests when stressed.

Watch for those subtle ones!

• Study the list to determine which stressors you can remove from your dog’s environment. Create a plan to change his association from negative to positive with as many of the stressors as possible.

• Watch other dogs you come across a make note of their signs of stress to improve your stress observation skills.

John Mikesell, owner of Izzy’s Place, A dog Bakery in Carmel, can be reached at john.mikesell@att.net.

Pets of the week Stacia is a four-year-old female white and tan American Staffordshire Terrier mix. Stacia is extremely loving and affectionate and she absolutely adores children; she actually cries when she sees a child wanting to meet them. Stacia suffered a ruptured disk in her spine which left her paralyzed from the waist down. Surgery saved her life, but now she is in need of a very understanding and compassionate family who can assist her in her rehabilitation and cope with her special needs. She has a cart to help her get around and go for walks and she desperately wants to be part of a family again.

Howard is a three-year-old male orange and white tabby DSH. Howard is a gentle and loving boy who enjoys being petted and gives kisses to anyone who will show him affection. He is fairly small, only nine pounds and he gets along well with other cats. Howard is FIV positive, this is the feline equivalent to AIDS, but he can live in a home with dogs or where he is the only cat; or he can live with other cats that have FIV. He is a very sweet boy and will make a great family pet.

For more information on these and other animals at the Humane Society, call 317-773-4974

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8. Once around the Noblesville HS track 9. NAPA Auto Parts battery fluid 10. Scoped out 11. Lacking a musical key 12. Free from, with “of” 13. Indianapolis City Ballet pirouette point 14. Crane Naval Base rank: Abbr.

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caviar 69. Hamilton Co. winter clock setting 70. Female deer 71. Antiquity, in antiquity 73. Tom Wood Ford Explorer, e.g.

74. James Whitcomb Riley’s “before” 75. Montana Grill name

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