May 3, 2014

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Stephanie and Jim Yott are helping other families in need through the loss of their daughter / P15

Schools, city discuss economic development partnership / P3

Asa Bales gets a little greener for Arbor Day / P9

Learn about the candidates running in the primary / P12

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District requests $2.5M for stadium

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By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com

Westfield Washington Schools is looking to partner with the city to increase economic development within Westfield and expedite construction of the new community stadium. education On behalf of the school district, Supt. Dr. Mark Keen told the Westfield City Council on April 28 that for $2.5 million, the city could turn school land into assessed value and taxes. The funding allows the district to accelerate its timetable to sell 9.6 acres to developers, build a new football stadium and provide the city with a new tax base, projected as $40 million.

“You will start getting back your investment within two and a half to three years and then will be going forward with additional revenue,” Keen said.

“The $2.5 million does not build a stadium. It gets us off the ground so the land can be developed.”

“It’s not a handout or a gift,” said Nick Verhoff, WWS executive director of business and operations.

“This is economic development in the purest sense.

It regenerates itself.”

Earlier this year, the district agreed to sell 14 acres just east of the U.S. 31-Ind. 32 interchange to a group of local Westfield investors. On the 9.6 acres west of Shamrock Boulevard, development plans include a three- to four-story office building and a hotel, whose name has not been released. The area is the current site of the school district’s football stadium and track and a baseball diamond.

“The value of the construction is approximately $40 million and they want to commence construction as soon as possible. The buildings could impact 2016 payable taxes,” Keen said. “Land taxes would generate $80,000 and taxes on the commercial structures would generate $900,000.”

Verhoff said the 4.5 acres east of Shamrock Boulevard is where the administration office is located.

He said the district has the ability to remain in that space for five more years.

Officials said the football team will remain at the current stadium until the new one is built, which Keen projects to be during the season. While the stadium will not be completed, it will be capable of hosting games.

“We hope some football games will be played there this fall. Not in August, but some playoff games,” Keen said.

Mayor Andy Cook said the proposal offers direct

Westfield Washington Schools Supt. Dr. Mark Keen explains the funding benefits to the Westfield City Council in front of a packed audience at city hall on April 28. (Photo by Robert Herrington)

and indirect impact to the city. Directly, Cook said the 12-acre parcel can be developed commercially.

“Indirectly, of our four quadrants this will be the first to be developed in a quality fashion. What we’ll see is other development coming,” he said.

Cook said funding for the project will come from the proceeds of the utility sale. He said the city would pay $1.5 million now and the other $1 million “when vertical improvements have begun.”

“The goal of the proceeds is to make investments in the community. Mostly roads, infrastructure improvements and trails,” he said. “When it was first proposed, the council was very skeptical.”

Councilors have been meeting with school board members to discuss ways the two could work together on economic development.

“It’s a great exercise that never really happened before,” Cook said.

“I know the stadium is 54 years old with old stands; the locker rooms are terrible and the track is shot. We need a remedy,” City Council President Jim Ake said.

Ake said the proposal is a win-win for the city and school district.

“That corner is very valuable – it’s a gateway to the city and the edge of Grand Junction. It’s an opportunity for us to put it on the tax roll and a huge return on the investment,” he said. “We want to hear from the people what their thoughts are.”

City councilors can be contacted at councilmembers@westfield.in.gov. Ake said the council will hold a public hearing on May 12. The proposal also will be up for adoption that evening.

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Under consideration – Westfield Mayor Andy Cook said the proposed “Towers of Westfield” at the interchange of U.S. 31 and Ind. 32 will be discussed later next month at the city council meeting. Cook said the time to build them is in conjunction with the construction of the interchange. “It’ll be controversial,” Cook said, “because its art and some think it’s extravagant.” Bids for the project were submitted earlier this year.

Safe and secure – The Westfield Police Dept. collected 102 pounds of expired, unwanted, and unused prescription drugs during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 26. This was the eighth opportunity in three years for citizens to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of unwanted prescription drugs.

Healthy transportation – Students at three Westfield Washington Schools will take to the streets and sidewalks as they pedal their way to class to celebrate National Bike to School Day on May 7. Bike to School Day provides an opportunity for schools across the nation to join together to celebrate active transportation and the benefits to children’s health, academic achievement and the environment. Teachers, parents, police offers and community leaders will join students for the morning ride.

Dedication – Organizers for the Angel of Hope in Noblesville’s Forest Park will dedicate the memorial at 3 p.m. May 4. The Angel of Hope was inspired by the book “The Christmas Box” by author Richard Paul Evans as a quiet and healing place where parents and families can remember their children. The Hamilton County memorial will be the 123rd Angel of Hope in the nation.

The commute – On April 25, crews closed the northernmost right-turn lane from westbound 96th Street to northbound U.S. 31. This lane closure is expected to last about 60 days. During this time, motorists traveling on westbound 96th Street will still be able to access the eastbound I-465 ramp.

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Christopher Lloyd reexamines the video streaming versus disc debate. The vast majority of new Netflix subscribers are streaming-only.

Like competitors such as Hulu, Vudu, Amazon and others, they offer a large library of films and television shows. While the video quality can be on par with DVD, one of the prime benefits of streaming is the ability to watch anywhere on a smartphone, tablet or laptop computer. Read more at www. currentnightandday.com.

To stay up to date with election results for Westfield and Hamilton County, visit www. currentinwestfield.com on May 6. As results are announced at the Hamilton County Judicial Center, they will be posted on the website.

Our Twitter followers can also stay apprised of the results. Read more at www.currentinwestfield.com.

Columnist Mike Redmond writes that you can’t plant a garden and be a pessimist. The act of putting seeds and starters into the soil is, to him, the very essence of optimism.

You’re trusting that good things will happen – the radishes will sprout, the marigolds will bloom, the tomatoes will hang heavy on the vine, just like in the seed catalogs. Of course, optimism can become foolish optimism. Where gardening is concerned, he counts himself among the fools.

Read more at www.currentinwestfield.com.

The Bible says few people will understand Christ. Columnist Bob Walters writes that’s easily the most provable statement in scripture.

American culture broadly and blurrily buys into a secularly errant, quasiChristian version of heaven that is an all-comers reward for a life well lived. Better read John 14:6. Read more at www. currentincarmel.com.

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From sharing news to making it Q&A with Erin Verplank

residents are truly blessed to have so many dedicated and capable city employees who work hard to make this city move. I’m honored to be a Many Westfield residents will know Erin part of that team.

Murphy from her work as the weekend morning Q: What exactly does the communianchor on WISH TV. But Murphy (now cations department do?

Erin Murphy Verplank) currently serves A: Our department handles virtually as the communications director for the every type of communication that the City of Westfield. This month marks her public sees. We handle media relations, six-month anniversary on the job. operate the city website, cultivate our Question: How did you wind up online relationships through our Facein Westfield? book and Twitter pages, organize events Answer: I actually grew up in the Verplank and assist other departments with suburbs of Chicago and came to Indiana their communication efforts as well. We hope by way of college when I attended Indiana University in Bloomington. At IU, I majored in journal- to expand our role into more video-based communication, adding more and more to our Vimeo ism and gender studies. It was at IU that I also page. We also play a huge part in Super Services, met my husband, Gerrit. After school, I worked our hospitality initiative that will help with Westat several TV stations throughout the Midwest field’s burgeoning tourism industry. It’s really an before landing an on-air job for WISH-TV. When exciting time. we moved back to Indiana for my job with WISH Q: What is your favorite thing TV, we just knew that Westfield was home. It’s a about Westfield? great community to live in and raise a family. We A: That’s a really tough question to answer. love it here.

There are so many great things: trails, restauQ: How did your background prepare you rants, the schools. At the end of the day, I’d say for your current role?

A: I started working for the city because work- the best thing about Westfield is the people who live and work here. Westfield is such a great ing in government excited me. While I enjoyed community where people really look after each the work I did with WISH, it feels good going into work every day knowing that what we do makes other. It is a wonderful place to call home. an impact on people’s lives. I work with so many Erin Murphy Verplank is the communications director for the great people that each day I learn something city of Westfield. She can be reached at 804-3004 or evernew about how the city operates. Westfield plank@westfield.in.gov.

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Supporting the park A group of fifth-grade Girl Scouts from Westfield Intermediate School raised $746 for the Westfield Bark Park. The Bark Park Walk-a-thon, a 2-mile walk with pets along the Midland Trace Trail, was April 19 at Quaker Park, 17535 Dartown Rd. The event included music, vendors and therapy dogs from Love on a Leash and was organized by Girl Scout Troop 1019. Troop leader Melissa Adams estimates that 250 people attended the fundraiser. Girl Scout Troop 1019 is comprised of Nicole Adams, Sophie Porter, Taylor Pickard, Sarah McDonald, Chloe Johns, Larissa Krakora, Natalee Brendel, Katie Spadaro, Grace Mayen, Kennedy Greenwalt and Audrey Shea. (Photo by Melissa Adams) Defining the Art of Outdoor Cooking P R E M I U M

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From left: Trish Oman, Riverview Health Foundation executive director; Amy Gardner, maternity department manager; Tracie Toomey, medical practice office manager; Cindy Moore, rehab and fitness manager; and Terri McCall, Riverview Health Women’s Boutique manager; were part of the Women of Vision Giving Club grants check presentation. (Submitted photo)

Women’s luncheon celebrates milestone news@currentnoblesville.com The Women of Vision Luncheon was created in 2004 to bring together interesting and talented women to educate them about Health their health and inspire them to follow their dreams. On April 17, Riverview Health Foundation hosted its 10th annual luncheon.

During the past 10 years, Riverview Health Foundation has reached out to 3,000 women and men who have helped raise more than $600,000 for women’s services, programs and equipment at Riverview Health. In addition, this year’s luncheon raised nearly $62,000 to help fund women’s initiatives.

At the recent luncheon, Riverview Medical Group physician, Amy Banter, MD, and her sister, Cynthia Husted, PhD, shared their knowledge of holistic medicine and Husted’s story of strength and heal-

ing after being bitten by a black widow spider. Husted also was presented with the Women’s Retreat Impact Award, which is given to women who best exemplify life balance through who they are and the time, talent and energy they give through business, civic or philanthropic leadership.

The foundation was honored to present 11 “Women of Vision Giving Club” grants, totaling $28,287, to the following areas and programs at Riverview Health: Maternity Center, OB/GYN Specialists, Rehab & Fitness and Women’s Boutique.

These grants are awarded to programs at Riverview Health that impact the lives of women and girls in Hamilton County.

On the day of the event, the attendees opened their hearts by raising $24,879 and 48 women renewed or joined the Women of Vision Giving Club. For more information on how to join, contact Jessica Deering at 776.7938 or jdeering@ riverview.org.

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What happened: CarDon Senior Living development

What it means: CarDon Development Company has proposed a 16-acre senior living community at the northeast corner of 146st Street and Ditch Road. The $14 million proposal includes an initial phase of construction of a one- and two-story facility of approximately 117,500 square feet. The project will consist of approximately 104 skilled nursing beds and 36 assisted living apartments. The skilled nursing portion will divide four neighborhoods of two beds for short-term rehabilitation, memory care and longterm care. The land is currently vacant and used for agriculture.

What’s next?

The development was approved 6-1 with Cindy Spoljaric casting the lone dissenting vote.

What happened: Amendment to Spring Mill Trails development What it means: Redwood Acquisition, LLC, requested an amendment to the Springmill Trails development to permit a polymeric siding as an approved exterior material for single-family attached or multifamily homes constructed on approximately 20 acres of the mixed-use district. The product has been previously approved by the council for other developments and is considered to be a superior to approved exterior building materials.

What’s next? The amendment was unanimously approved by the council. The petitioner also has added one bicycle rack for four bicycles near the rental office and one bicycle rack for two bicycles near the dog park.

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Renovations wrap up at public library

By Lauren Olsen • news@currentinwestfield.com The dust has settled, and the heavy equipment has been cleared from the parking lot; the Westfield Washington Library is in its last days of construction. All CONSTRUCTION that is left to do is the landscaping outside the building and re-arranging some shelving and books inside.

“I can’t wait for it to be exactly what we envisioned,” WWPL Director Sheryl Sollars said. “I think it turned out wonderfully.”

Sollars expects everything to be completed shortly and plans to have a grand re-opening in June. The entire project cost $2 million and included a new 1,500-square-foot community room, a separate teen area, an expanded children’s area, a new entrance, circulation desk, computer lab, audiovisual area, public restrooms and four new study rooms.

Throughout the entire 11-month construction project things have gone smoothly, with the exception of some weather related issues over the winter.

“We kept very close to the budget,” Sollars said.

Parts of the newly renovated library are already in use and the library held an employee appreciation dinner as its first event in the new community room. They are holding classes in the new computer room and began “story-time” in the updated children’s pit on April 21.

“The biggest transformation has been creating more public space with study rooms and the community room. We tried to minimize the staff area so we could expand the area for the community,” Sollars said.

The library is already getting calls about booking the new community room, and plans to rent the room free of charge for nonprofits; they have not yet finalized terms of use for

Mother’s Day event harkens to luncheons past

By Terri Spilman • news@currentinwestfield.com

The newly renovated front desk (top) and kids AV area (bottom).

Construction will be completed shortly. (Photos by Lauren Olsen)

other groups yet.

“I want to thank the community for its patience while we moved everything around, and also for their loyalty and staying with us. I’m so thankful to my staff for providing great customer service throughout this whole process,” Sollars said.

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White gloves and wide-brimmed Derby hats festooned with feathers and big bows will be all the rage at the sixth annual Tea Time with Mom on May 10 at Ritz Charles in Carmel.

Tea Time with Mom is a throwback to frilly tea rooms event and sophisticated ladies’ luncheons of a bygone era with the added benefit of health education for women of all ages. The event is held in conjunction with Mother’s Day and offers tea service with an elegant lunch of soup, salad and assortments of desserts.

Keynote speaker Dr. Samantha Bouchie of Community Physician Network will feature a presentation titled “The Heart of a Woman: A Healthy Body Today…A Lifetime of Tomorrows.” Dr. Marissa Trout of Community Heart and Vascular Hospital will give a talk titled, “The Queen of Hearts Presents Tempting Tarts.”

Community Health Network leaders also will take to the runway, modeling the latest spring fashions from several area boutiques.

A silent auction is planned for the afternoon with key items offered including baskets for wine and beer enthusiasts, a George Hill autographed Pacers jersey, spa gift certificates, at-home spa kits, an exclusive girls’ night out at AH Collection for a private style party and various art pieces for any style collector.

Proceeds from the silent auction and ticket sales will support the senior meal initiatives at Community Health Network hospitals.

“In 2013, Tea Time with Mom funds raised enough money for over 2,000 meals for seniors,” said Community Health Network organizing committee member Katy Troxell. “Currently, we have over 800 seniors enrolled in the senior meal program and provide over 700 meal vouchers monthly.”

Tickets are $25 a person or $180 for a reserved table of eight. Register by calling (800) 777-7775 or online at www.ecommunity.com/touchpoint.

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Members of Cub Scout Pack 126 Den 1 add dirt around its tree being planted in Asa Bales Park. For more photos, visit www.currentinwestfield.com. (Photos by Robert Herrington)

Arbor Day

In celebration of Arbor Day, 53 trees were planted on April 26 at Asa Bales Park, 205 W. Hoover St. Recreation Program Coordinator Brittany Goger said 42 adults and 21 children volunteered to plant the trees around the park. The event included a tree giveaway with 500 seedlings of tulip, Norway spruce, Chinkapin oak, Shellbark hickory, and American plum trees.

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Why did you become a teacher? After realizing in my freshman year of college that I did not want to become an accountant (way too much alone time in a cubicle!), I reflected on people who appeared to enjoy their jobs. I thought about the year prior, and my twelfth-grade English teacher, Ms. Strom. Her actions in the classroom showed me that it was possible to balance moving students on the trajectory of learning, but also have incredible rapport with each student. I realized by watching her that educating students and showing students you cared could work in tandem, and I thought there couldn’t be a better job than that and certainly not one that could match those invaluable blessings!

What do you encourage parents to do at home to help their children strengthen particular skills? There is nothing better than reading with your child. Whether it be through modeling of reading yourself, bedtime stories, reading road signs while in the car, or intentional focus on words, reading is at the center of every class. It is also imperative that parents see the value of talking about school every day with their child. Articulating the importance and value of school and making it a part of daily conversation aids in children being motivated and engaged at school.

What is your favorite movie? “The Notebook” Who is your favorite musician or band?

Dave Matthews Band What’s something your students might not know about you? I got my appendix taken out at age 8.

Pets find new home – The Humane Society of Hamilton County had a successful adoption event at PetSmart, 17180 Mercantile Blvd., Noblesville, on April 26. With special discounted prices of $25 for cats and $35 for dogs, the Humane Society had 26 adoptions – 10 dogs and 16 cats. For every pet adopted, PetSmart donated $35 to the county nonprofit. “We had some long-term go so that was good news,” Christine McCormick said. For more information and pets available for adoption, visit www.hamiltonhumane.com. Art: Christine McCormick, left, with J.R. and Dee Matthews with Sinatra at Noblesville’s PetSmart. Each feline is available for adoption at the Humane Society of Hamilton County. (Photo by Robert Herrington)

OBITUARy Gerard Francis Downes, 69, of Westfield, died April 24, 2014. Born Feb. 16, 1945 in Dublin, Ireland, he was the son of Francis Gerard and Mary Elizabeth Downes. He graduated from Little Flower High School in Chicago and earned his bachelor’s degree in sociology from Loyola University. He was a social worker with young people in a group home setting. He also was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps having served two tours in Vietnam. He enjoyed playing hockey, jogging and watching old John Wayne Downes movies. He is remembered among family, friends and care givers as a kind person, with a wonderful sense of humor and charm. He was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Noblesville. Survivors include his sisters, Monica (Steven) Schnur, Veronica (Rudolph) Timke and Patricia (Brian) Skiles; nephews, Christopher (Anne-Marie Nielsen) Schnur and their children, Brayden and Amanda, and Jerry (Ann) Schnur and their daughter, Isabel; cousin, Esther Byrne; friend and caregiver, Tony Ramirez; and St. Vincent Stephen Minister, Kathy Stretch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Angela Downes. A Mass of Christian burial was held May 1 in the Chapel at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, Alsip-Worth, Ill. Burial followed the service. Arrangements entrusted to Bussell Family Funerals, Carmel-Westfield.

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Henry’s gives city an urban tavern

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The restaurant space on the south end of Clay Terrace Mall has been reborn since the former Stanford’s restaurant became Henry’s Pub and Grill. now open Henry’s opened May 1.

The concept was developed by the Seattle-based Restaurants Unlimited, and is based on its Henry’s Tavern restaurants in Seattle, Plano, Texas, and Portland.

“We are excited to bring this urban tavern concept to Carmel,” said general manager Mark Schaefer. “It’s a great spot for families looking to have an excellent meal in a casual environment, but we also plan to be a late-night destination in the bar. We have 23 large-screen televisions and two shuffleboard tables, so there’s plenty to keep you entertained.”

Henry’s offers lunch and dinner seven days a week, with late-night kitchen hours. Both the lunch and dinner menus feature a nice array of made-from-scratch appetizers, salads, artisan sandwiches, burgers, pastas, meats and fish, sourcing local items whenever possible.

Stand-out items include: Granny’s “Chedda” Corn Bread, Sesame Ginger Ahi Tuna Salad, Fettuccine Jambalaya, Bangers and Mash and Gorgonzola Waffle Fries.

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Hamilton County residents will have a new place to eat, drink and hang out when Bagger Dave’s Burger Tavern opens its doors at 2740 E. 146th Street with a grand opening dining celebration at 11 a.m. May 4.

The restaurant will be quite large, with 200 seats in 4,700 square feet.

The décor will feature historical artwork from Westfield and the surrounding area and Bagger Dave’s signature electric train running through the main dining room and bar.

The restaurant will employ around 80 people.

Founded in 2008, Bagger Dave’s is a concept of Diversified Restaurant Holdings and is based in Southfield, Mich. There are currently six in Indiana, with a another store planned for Fishers in the near future.

The restaurant’s focus is on fresh, never frozen meats. That includes burgers, prime rib and ground turkey.

The burgers are offered with more than 30 toppings to customize your choice and served with fresh-cut fries. Because of the wide variety of choices, there are order sheets on the table for you to mark your customized burger.

For those who don’t care for ground beef, there are all-natural chicken and vegetarian black bean burgers as well. Interesting sides include sweet potato chips and Cajun and sea salt tortilla chips. Bagger Dave’s is also known

The Southwest Chicken Chopped Salad with Chipotle Ranch Dressing that’s available at Henry’s Pub and Grill. (Submitted photo)

offer a selection of around 35 craft and imported beers and will feature local brews such as Flat 12, Upland, Sun King and Fountain Square. There’s also a very creative cocktail list as well. Of note, the Lavender Cosmo, the Ginger Pear Martini and the Habanero-Peach Margarita.

Henry’s also features a 60-seat outdoor café, and plans to begin serving a Sunday brunch buffet in the months to come.

For more information call 575-9005 or visit www.henryspubandgrill.com.

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The Santa Fe Chipotle turkey burger is just one of the offerings at the new Bagger Dave’s Burger Tavern on 146th Street. (Submitted photo)

for hand-dipped milkshakes and ice cream floats.

“We are excited to bring our new prime rib recipe, fresh ingredients, and winning customer service to Westfield, Carmel and the people of Indiana,” said Michael Ansley, president and CEO of Bagger Dave’s.

The average price is $6 to $8 for a burger.

There are several items on the kids menu for $4.50 and a gluten-free menu is offered as well.

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Susan Brooks (R) Personal: Brooks, 53, is a Carmel resident. She has been married to husband David for 27 years, and they have two adult children and a yellow Lab named Scout.

Background: She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami Ohio and a law degree from IUPUI. She previously was a small business owner, a federal prosecutor, a workforce development executive at Ivy Tech, and a nonprofit board member in addition to being appointed deputy mayor of Indianapolis by Mayor Stephen Goldsmith in 1998.

Website: www.SusanBrooksforCongress.com David Stockdale (R) Personal: Stockdale, 35, is a Carmel resident. He is married to his wife Jacqueline, and they have a young daughter, Tatiana, and are expecting another child in this year.

Background: He graduated from Carmel High School.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing and international studies from IUPUI and a master’s degree in international relations from the University of Indianapolis. He began his career in the banking industry, working his way up from a part-time teller and eventually a position retail administration – all while putting himself through school. Since 2008 he has owned his own business, David Stockdale and Associates, and he works as an independent health insurance broker.

Website: www.Stockdale4Congress.com

John Chalfin (R) Personal: Chalfin, 70, is a resident of Noblesville. He is married to his wife Ellen. He has an adult stepson.

Background: He has a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and holds an associate’s degree from Ivy Tech. He is currently a deputy coroner in the coroner’s office and a professor at Ivy Tech. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy and formerly worked as a manager at OmniSource, Capitol City Metals and Doler Jarvis, as a COO of Kokomo Spring and a plant supervisor at Chrysler’s Kokomo manufacturing center.

Website: http://chalfin4coroner.com

Rhonda Gary (R) Personal: Has been married to husband, Greg, for 10 years. They have four grown children and two grandchildren. The couple are longtime members of Green Valley Church of Christ. Earned her MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2003.

Background: Works in the clerk’s office. Spent six years in the military as a law enforcement specialist and eight years at night school earning associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees. She said the military taught her to be a leader and at Delta Faucet Co., she learned about credit, collections, payables and receivables. She managed a more than $1 million account at Weaver Popcorn, Co. Contact: rsr766@aol.com

u.s. rep. district 5 (D) David Ford (D) Personal: Ford, 29, is a resident of Westfield. He is married to his wife Marcella, and they have a young child.

Background: He served eight years in the U.S. Air Force, working in weather forecasting. Since his 2013 honorable discharge, Ford has been focused on his political career.

Website: sites.google.com/site/df5thdist/ Shawn Denney (D) Personal: Denney, 41, is an Indianapolis resident. His is engaged to Amber Stearns and has three children of his own.

Background: He has bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Indianapolis. He currently works as a high school U.S. and world history teacher but previously worked in the banking industry.

Website: http://www.denneyforcongress.com Allen Ray Davidson (D) Personal: Davidson, 45, is an Indianapolis resident. He has two children.

Background: He has a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Texas Tech. He has more than 20 years of public service working for the state of Indiana, first at IDEM and currently at INDOT. Email: allenraydavidson@icloud.com

County Coroner Roger Conn (R) Personal: Conn, 62, is a resident of Carmel. He and his wife Mary Jane have five adult children.

Background: He has a bachelor’s degree from IUPUI and graduated from the F.B.I. National Academy, United States Air Force Leadership Academy and Hamilton County Leadership Academy. Conn served as Carmel’s police chief from 1992-95. He spent 19 years on the force in all, retiring as a detective in 2002. He also served as deputy coroner from 1985-2003.

He currently works for a third-party retirement benefits company, and he worked for seven years as the business administrator for a local church after his retirement from the police force.

Website: http://www.connforcoroner.com

County recorder Jennifer Hayden (R) Personal: Hayden, 48, is a resident of Noblesville. She is married to her husband David, and they have four children.

Background: Hayden is a graduate of Sheridan High School and has previously served two terms as Hamilton County Recorder from 2002-10.

Email: jjhayden.recorder@gmail.com Ray Ade (R) Personal: Ade, 63, is a resident of Noblesville.

Background: Ade has a bachelor’s degree from Indiana State and a master’s degree from Ball State. He is an independent Realtor and a former precinct committeeman who is looking to get into public service. He spent most of his career in sales, having previously worked for F.C. Tucker for five years and about 15 years as a salesman for contact lens maker Wesley Jessen, among others. He also has worked as an adjunct instructor at Vincennes University and Ivy Tech in their real estate licensing programs, and as a substitute teacher for the Westfield, Tipton and Sheridan school districts.

Phone: 719-0889

County Council D1 Andrew Dollard (R) Personal: Dollard, 40, is a resident of Carmel. He has two teenage children.

Background: He has an associates degree from Vincennes University, a bachelor’s degree from Valdosta State, a master’s degree from Indiana State and a law degree from Thomas Cooley Law School. He works as an attorney and public defender and previously worked as a probation officer.

Email: ajdollard@gmail.com Fred Glynn (R) Personal: Glynn, 38, is a resident of Carmel. He has been married to wife Beth for 12 years, and they have a young child.

Background: He has a bachelor’s degree from EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University. He has served as a past precinct committeeman and chairman of the Carmel Young Republicans. He currently owns Glynn Insurance Services and previously worked as a financial advisor at UBS Wealth Management and Farmers Insurance & Financial Services.

Website: www.fredforcouncil.com

County Clerk Tammy (Clark) Baitz (R) Personal: She is a lifelong resident of Hamilton County and resides near Arcadia. She and husband, David, have two grown children and three grandchildren. She is a member of the Cicero United Methodist Church, Hamilton County Federated Republican Women’s Club and Indiana Sheriff’s Association.

Background: She has served in the Hamilton County Clerk’s Office for more than 25 years and currently serves as chief deputy clerk.

She was previously elected as Hamilton County Clerk of the Courts from 2000 to 2007. During those years, she held most of the supervisory positions that are under the clerk’s direction.

Website: http://tammybaitz4clerk.com

County Superior Court No. 3 William J. Hughes (R) Personal: Hughes, 58, is a Noblesville resident and father of two sons and has two grandchildren. He is a member of Noblesville First United Methodist Church, where he also serves as a Stephen minister. Graduated magna cum laude in psychology from University of Evansville in 1977 and magna cum laude as a Juris Doctorate from Indiana University School of Law at Indianapolis in1980.

Background: He has served as judge of Hamilton Superior Court 3 for more than 25 years and was a private attorney for eight years before becoming a judge. He was a member of the Noblesville City Council from 1985 to 1987.

Contact: judge.hughes@gmail.com Brian G. Poindexter (R) Personal: Poindeter, 52, is a Carmel resident, married to Anne Hensley Poindexter, a managing partner at Campbell Kyle Proffitt, LLP, and has one daughter, Sydney Poindexter. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Indiana University School of Law in 1990.

Background: Appointed by Gov. Mitch Daniels in 2008 and reelected as judge of Carmel City Court in 2011. Also served as deputy prosecutor. For 20 years, he has invested in the future of Hamilton County by volunteering with various youth programs, the United Way, Rotary and as a member of the Hamilton County Domestic Violence Shelter Task Force to aid the victims of crime and abuse.

Website: www.facebook.com/PoindexterforJudge

State Rep. District 32 Parvin Gillim (R) Personal: Gillim, 52, received his bachelor’s degree from Wabash College and master’s in architecture from the University of Colorado. He is a licensed architect and has his business and home in Sheridan. He also is a private pilot and amateur radio operator Background: He was president of the Sheridan Chamber of Commerce for six years. He serves on numerous town government committees and gives his time freely to those endeavors and organizations that seek to better the Sheridan community and its neighbors. He is the general partner and manages his family’s farm operation of more than 300 acres.

Website: www.parvinfor32.us P. Eric Turner (R) Personal: Turner, 62, is married with four adult children and nine grandchildren. Earned his bachelor’s degree from Taylor University in 1975. He has been in a family business for his entire working career and is president and CEO of T3 Investments.

Background: He is completing his 12th term in the Indiana House and is anxious to continue a Republican philosophy of limited government, low taxation, and personal responsibility. He has been involved on the House Ways and Means and State Budget Committees. He previously served on the Mississinewa Community Schools School Board from 1976 to 1980.

Website: www.in.gov/h32/

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The Basics • When: Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Election Day. • Where: If you don’t know where to go to vote, call 776-8476 or visit www.indianavoters.com or www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov.

• What to bring: In order to sign in to vote, you must bring a current identification card issued by the Indiana or U.S. government that includes your photo, name and an expiration date. Acceptable forms of identification include a passport, military ID with expiration date, Indiana’s driver’s license or an Indiana photo ID. • Absentee voting is available at the Hamilton County Judicial Center, 1 Hamilton County Square, Noblesville, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 3 and 8 a.m. to noon May 4.

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Unopposed candidates State Representative – District 24 Steve Braun (R) State Representative – District 32 Bob Ashley (D) Circuit Court Judge Paul Felix (R) Judge Superior Court 4 J. Richard Campbell (R) Judge Superior Court 5 Wayne Sturtevant (R) Prosecuting Attorney D. Lee Buckingham III (R) Hamilton County Sheriff Mark Bowen (R)

Hamilton County Assessor Robin Ward (R) Hamilton County Commissioner – District 1 Christine Altman (R) Hamilton County Council – District 2 Amy Massillamany (R) Hamilton County Council – District 3 Steve Schwartz (R) Hamilton County Council – District 4 Paul Ayers (R) Washington Township Trustee Danielle Carey Tolan (R)

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Sherrill May, left, and Jeanine Tucek of Community Health Surgery Center Hamilton hand out water bottles and sandwich containers.

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Community Health Network Community Day Katherine Kidd of Family Time Entertainment paints a flower garden on the arm of Clairabelle Bonner, who was visiting from Michigan. (Photos by Robert Herrington)

Community Health Network hosted its annual Community Health Network Day at Hamilton Town Center on April 26. The event included live kids entertainment with Radio Disney and Family Time Entertainment and parents could interact, ask questions, or get a screening with health specialists.

Megan Large of Noblesville Kids Dentistry talks about the importance of healthy teeth and hands out brushing charts and Disney stickers.

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If you believe that such ground rules are needed, a provisional hearing (also referred to as a “preliminary hearing”) should be requested in your Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. Once you request the provisional hearing, the court will schedule the matter to be heard and notify each party (or their attorneys) of the hearing date. Typically provisional hearings are very short and can last anywhere from fifteen to thirty minutes, though there are instances where a longer hearing is needed.

Due to these time constraints, it is often beneficial for the parties to reach an agreement on all provisional issues. If an agreement can be reached, the terms are reduced to writing and submitted to the court for approval. There are a number of benefits to reaching an agreement rather than going to court, including: crafting terms of an agreement to meet your families’ needs; saving the expenses associated with preparing and attending a hearing; setting and/or maintaining an amicable relationship

between the divorcing parties; and reducing the stress and anxiety a hearing can cause.

In the event that you and your spouse cannot resolve the temporary issues, you will be required to attend the provisional hearing. This can be a particularly important part of the divorce proceeding. Parties would be well advised to use the preliminary hearing as a forum to position arguments that will be made at the final hearing.

However, it is important to realize that due to the fact that the hearings are often very short, the parties are often the only witnesses and their testimony will be limited to basic matters. Therefore, discussing and preparing your requests with your attorney prior to the hearing is imperative. Following the provisional hearing, the judge will issue a provisional order that will typically remain in effect until your case is resolved. Often times, the order is provided at the conclusion of the hearing. At some point after the preliminary hearing, the parties will typically enter into negotiations on a final settlement, and if a settlement cannot be reached, prepare for the final hearing.

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Stephanie and Jim Yott are helping other families in need through the loss of their daughter

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Starting the foundation

The foundation also supports organizations that help families in similar situations, including Indiana Canine Assistant Network, Riley Hospital for Children, A Special Wish Foundation and Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital.

“We have remained somewhat small intentionally. However, in the past couple of years we have really grown and seem to have quite a bit of momentum,” Stephanie said.

The Yotts work personally with Riley Hospital and have granted several college scholarships for cancer survivors. Riley recently asked them to exclusively support their “Sibling Hero” award. “They actually asked us to name it. The ‘Sibling Hero’ program grants wishes to the siblings that donate their bone marrow to a sick brother or sister,” Stephanie said, adding the award recognizes those siblings that get lost in the shuffle. “The kids are so Emily Yott was diagnosed with leusweet and are just being drug along. kemia shortly after her first birthday They’re sometimes confused and they in 2006. After 14 months of intense just want to be a kid.” treatment, including a stem cell transTo date, the foundation has proplant at Riley Hospital for Children in The Yott family visits Barney and friends in Orlando. vided three $500 wishes to “Sibling Indianapolis. Despite all efforts, Emily Heroes” including an iPad Air, laptop passed away on May 1, 2007, at age 2. computer and a shopping spree.

“Once you get the news it’s one-way In 2013, Stephanie said they prothrough the door. Everything is differvided $15,000 in assistance. ent now,” Jim said. “We literally went “We hope to double that in 2014, she to Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital said. “We really are passionate about clinic and were told, ‘We’re admitting helping these families in crisis.” you’ and were there for six weeks.”

The foundation is in its seventh She was the first of three pediatric year and continues to evolve. cancer patients of the former Clarian “We have definitely dialed it in,” StephNorth Hospital. All had different types anie said. “This is the first year requests of leukemia. The Yotts said Emily had and needs have outpaced funds. We’re three different rounds of chemo, but Jim and Stephanie Yott deliver Christmas trying to step up our fundraising.” nothing worked. Emily was in remisEmily before she presents to six families at Riley Children’s Stephanie said the annual Lemonsion September 2006 but the illness got sick.

Hospital in December. ade Stand and Carnival Fundraiser returned November 2006. is May 17 and assists with raising $10,000 to “She got to be better for awhile but it ultiLast year, the foundation purchased Christ$15,000 for the foundation. mately failed,” Stephanie said. mas presents for six families and also provided “Kids have a great time. They have free run of the For half of Emily’s short life, she grew up in gas cards for those traveling to treatments and place for a few hours,” Stephanie said. “Not a day various hospital rooms. parking passes at hospitals. goes by we don’t think about her. She’d be 9. Each “She walked, talked and got all of her teeth in “You lose your sense of normalcy; everything’s year we celebrate Emily and help people in the prothe hospital,” Stephanie said. “Looking back at turned upside down. We want to make it so they can cess. We still keep her memory and spirit alive.” the experience, in all the photos we were smilnot worry about paying bills. They need to focus on The Yotts are planning to expand the foundaing. We were living our life because people were their little son or daughter that’s sick,” Stephanie said. tion’s fundraising with a partnership with the so good to us. The doctors and nurses (that “We also provide parent care packages with City of Westfield. In the fall of 2015, the two cared for Emily) are still friends.” toiletries. When Emily was admitted she started would like to host a Beer Fest/Taste of WestJim said Emily was a chubby baby who loved chemo later that day. Sometimes you have nothfield event in Asa Bales Park. The event would dogs and Barney and enjoyed the occasional ing but the clothes on your back. It may seem become an annual fundraiser and move to Grand McDonald’s cheeseburger. trivial but it’s huge,” Jim said.

Junction Park and Plaza once completed.

“There was something especially charming Jim said all of the foundation’s board mem“Kids in our community are getting sick and about her – her blond, blond hair and twinkling bers are volunteers and the organization has no word is getting out,” Stephanie said. “As long as eyes,” he said. “To get from here to there she overhead or compensation so all funds go to sick there are we are going to try to help them.” rolled. She was a gift, even for a short time.” children and families.

Westfield’s Jim and Stephanie Yott have lived through the process of having – and ultimately losing – a seriously ill Cover Story child. They understand the impact of caring for a sick loved one and are helping to make the journey easier on other families.

“When Emily was sick and in the hospital for six months, lots of people came out of the woodwork,” Stephanie said. “People would send us money or serve us food.”

“They were small but all of them together made such a big impact. You have an obligation. You do feel like you have to help others. A ‘thank you’ seemed inefficient,” Jim said. “We want to pay it forward.”

Their inspiration

With an initial grant from the Tony Stewart Foundation, the Yotts created an endowment in Emily’s name with the Legacy Fund at Central Indiana Community Foundation. Stephanie said the endowment allows them to assist other nonprofits. To support families in need, the Yotts created a charitable foundation in Emily’s memory in 2007.

“We realize the amount of money isn’t going to cure cancer,” Jim said. “But at the grassroots level we can help people pay rent, utilities, mortgages or keep the electricity turned on.”

Continuing support

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Face painting was one of the multiple activites for children at last year’s fifth annual Lemonade Stand and Carnival fundraiser.

The Emily Yott Foundation will host its sixth annual Lemonade Stand and Carnival Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 17 at The Village Farms Clubhouse, 453 E. Greyhound Pass.

There will be carnival games, a rock wall, bounce houses, Indy Game Truck – The Ultimate Video Game Theater, face painter and balloon artists for children.

For adults there will be an Indiana Blood Bank blood drive, vendor fair and silent auction. Hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade and Chik-fil-A will also be available. Cost is $15 for kids and provides access to all entertainment. Adults are not charged.

The foundation uses 100 percent of the proceeds to financially assist families facing childhood cancer, grant wishes, award college scholarships to survivors, and support programs sponsored by Riley Hospital for Children. For more information, call 281-0970 or visit www. emilyyottfoundation.com.

Stephanie and Jim Yott deal with many families that are caring for sick children.

They provided the following advice they share with other parents: • Live in the moment – “Live in the moment because you don’t know what time will bring. Try to focus on that child. Be an advocate for your child, especially if they can’t speak for themselves,” Stephanie said.

• People react differently – “Men go to the worst case scenario and think about finances. Moms often go in a different direction (more protective),” Jim said.

• Let others help you – “It’s really hard to let others help you but you have to. These people want to help you; you need to let them help you.

You’ll never be able to pay them back but you can pay it forward.

The experience is so humbling,” Jim said.

• Don’t blame yourself – “Don’t spend time and make thoughts that ‘I did something.’ Our doctor said you weren’t the reason,” Stephanie said.

“Emily’s illness was one in 2 million. It just is what it is,” Jim said.

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$2.5M from council makes good ‘cents’ The “Build the Rock” campaign seems to have stalled at $7.5 million with $10 million needed to build a new 5,000-seat football stadium with artificial turf. Supt. Dr. Mark Keen of Westfield-Washington Schools has asked Westfield City Council to fill in the gap with $2.5 million. It seems to us the correct move to make. The current stadium will be razed at some point to make room for development (and tax income!) at U.S. 31 and Ind. 32.

The schools will sell 14 acres to local investors already committed to an approximately $40-million project. It could attract subsequent development and, therefore, more tax revenue.

So the stadium need a new home, and it needs more money to get a new home. Even though the council and schools don’t necessarily intersect financially on a routine basis, for our city this potential payment helps to create a winning environment for Westfield.

Since school-owned land is not taxed, any “gift” from the council to the schools would be repaid, if you will, in the form of those coming tax dollars. It should take about three years, and it just makes good business sense. Decide for yourself, though, and feel free to offer your comments about the idea at the next council meeting, scheduled for May 12.

••• You received your Current today because May 6 is the date of the primary election. We don’t want election information in the paper on election days, as delivery of Current can happen into the late-afternoon hours; that does you no good on Election Day. Today, though, you’ll find what you need to know about candidates and voting. And we do hope you’ll vote, because it is your right and responsibility. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

This is about accountability on every plane.

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

Wanna write us a letter? You can do it a couple ways. E-mailing it to info@currentinwestfield.com is the quickest and easiest. The old-fashioned way is to snail mail it to Current in Westfield, 30 S. Range Line Road, Carmel, IN 46032. Keep letters to 200 words max (we may make exceptions), and be sure to include your home ZIP code and a daytime number for verification.

I’ve been fortunate to have special ladies in my life – my saint of a mother, my wife, my sister (who while not a mother gets a nod), mother-in-law and grandmothers. May 11 is a special day to thank them for all the little things and the big impact they make on my life. This year it will be twice as special for me because not only do I get to celebrate it with our 2-year-old daughter but my wife is on her way to becoming a two-time mom. Yes, I’m happy to announce that we are expecting in early October. I wish all the mothers out there a happy and relaxing day filled with the same love and joy I hope my wife has on May 11 – and the days that precede and follow it.

Robert Herrington is the managing editor of Current in Westfield.

You may e-mail him at robert@ youarecurrent.com

Hearts of gold

Commentary by Terry Anker

On May 14, the American Heart Association here in Indiana will host hundreds of attendees at the JW Marriott in downtown Indianapolis for its paramount fundraising gala, the Heart of Gold Ball. Raising more than $500,000 annually, the event funds pediatric cardiovascular research, increases awareness of childhood obesity, and supports education and advocacy. But perhaps even more importantly, it brings together civic and community leaders, friends and family to spend a Saturday night out for a good cause.

These United States have long benefited from a somewhat unique approach to problem solving. We work together garnering private support, financially and otherwise, to confront the issues pressing ourselves and fellow citizens. Certainly, government has taken an ever increasing role in choosing both the priority and the intensity of allowed interest in matters of philanthropy.

But happily, most of us continue to be directly concerned in an abundance of causes dedicating much towards addressing them.

By April 21, we productive Hoosiers have earned

enough to cover the expense of our State and Federal governments for the year. While the socalled tax freedom day arrived 3 days later than it did in 2013, citizens can now focus our attentions and labor at our own pursuits. Education, housing, food and leisure are among the priorities likely to be addressed. Yet at a rate unparalleled globally, we Americans share. We give away more, in all three categories measured by The Charity Aid Foundation – time, money and support of strangers, than any country rich or poor. A significant and growing amount of our collective toil will go to the benefit of our communities.

A generous friend invited us to join the Heart of Gold Ball at his table. Inspired by his leadership, we will participate joyfully – and contribute. I suspect many of you will too – check out: www.bestheartcare.com/2011/04/26/ the-heart-of-gold-ball.

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

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “Character is the result of two things: mental attitude and the way we spend our time.”

– Elbert Green Hubbard

READER’S VIEW Column raises up entire community

Editor, I have intended to write you all year to let you know how much my family and I continue to enjoy Don Knebel’s column in the Current.

We are Westfield residents. Currently, I “virtual school” two of my children via K12, a classicallyflavored online charter school. They are currently in grades four and seven. My children’s curriculum includes extensive geography and world history. As an enrichment activity, I have them read and discuss with me your weekly columns.

Several are taped to our home classroom wall. This morning, I opened the paper to your article about the Hagia Sophia. My eight-yearold grabbed it out of my hands in excitement, anxious to read more about the building he had studied during his unit on the conquering of Constantinople. It is my hope that your column will continue for many more years. It is a welcome enhancement to the intellectual quality of the paper and, consequently, our community.

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BELIEVE IT! Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In New York a person may not walk around on Sundays with an ice cream cone in his/her pocket.

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Saying goodbye to the folks Commentary by Danielle Wilson My husband and I have been talking at length about the death of our parents. It’s not that we’re plotting to bump them off in humor some diabolical scheme to access their life insurance policies; we’re just concerned that we don’t know what their wishes are after they die. Who gets the heirloom ring? The second house? Do they want to be buried, and if so, where? Is cremation on the table?

Doo is one of six kids and I am one of five, and neither of us wants to debate these questions while we are grieving. Luckily both sets of parents are healthy, but you just never know. (Next year my folks will embark on a 31-day cruise around South America where ships sink all the time!) Over the past month, we’ve broached the subject, to get the conversation at least started.

Our parents’ responses have been fascinating.

Both fathers were clearly uncomfortable talking about their mortality. My dad seemed particularly agitated: “Your mother’s getting everything so don’t worry about it. If we both go, you five are on your own. Figure it out.” Then he promptly left the room. My mom on the other hand, immediately went to get a file which contains all her notes on their funeral arrangements. Yes, she has a “file.”

“People plan weddings and retirement parties.

Why can’t I plan for this?” she asked. We talked for 45 minutes on her memorial service, which is

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to include three eulogizers (she already has them picked out) and her signature song, Tina Turner’s “Proud Mary.” There is to be no urn or casket or any sad music, and we are to donate her body to the local medical school. “I taught for 33 years; there is no reason I should stop because I’m dead!” Yes, I have an awesome mom.

But when asked about “the estate,” she admitted she hadn’t thought much about it. My parents have a will, but it hasn’t been updated in a while, and no executor has been appointed.

My dad can’t understand why I should care about this. But here’s the deal. If we don’t learn their wishes until after they’re gone, then we can’t ask questions if we need clarity or context.

And unfortunately, that can cause brothers and sisters to bicker, fight, or even worse, sever relationships. All because of a stupid heirloom ring?

No thank you.

So we’re both going to keep pestering our parents to make some tough decisions, and more importantly, communicate those decisions to at least a couple of family members. If they want to give everything to dear Aunt Mary, so be it. They just need to tell us before they die!

Peace out.

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

“Am I hip?” I asked my wife the other day.

“Heavens no,” she said. “And the proof is that no one uses that expression humor anymore.”

That really scared me because I’m depending on some hipness to carry me through May 15. That’s when I return to teach at the high school in New York where I taught from 1969 to 1978 and the very place I graduated from in 1965. That first year of teaching, my colleagues called me Mr. Kotter, a reference to the old TV series Welcome Back, Kotter, where the main character returns to his alma mater to join the faculty. I tried to take this as a compliment.

I will have students next month who were not alive in 1970. Wait a second – I will have students whose parents weren’t alive in 1970. No, that’s not possible, is it? Let me do the math. I shouldn’t be torturing myself like this.

Why am I headed back to the classroom for a single day? When I retired 35 years ago, I had not taught long enough to be vested in the pension plan. But recently a new law reduced the number of years required to be eligible for benefits.

To receive my back pension, I have to rejoin the New York State Retired Teachers’ Association, which requires one more day of teaching in order to be reinstated. I also had to get a character reference, so I called one of my first students

who always said I was his favorite teacher.

“Reuben, I’m going back to New Rochelle High School to teach for a day. You probably think I’m a little old to be doing this again.”

“You’re not too old, and you’ll do a great job in the classroom. I’d bet my first Social Security check on it – the one I got in the mail yesterday.”

I emailed one of the teachers I worked with in 1978. Paula, who is still teaching there, advised me that things have changed a lot.

“We introduce all the new technology. We use laptops, iPads, global positioning devices, smart boards, and interactive learning touchscreens.

Students are fascinated with anything new.”

I’m still not sure what I am going to teach, but I’d love to discuss what was going on back in the era of Watergate, Vietnam, Roe v. Wade, and Kent State. (I wonder if they teach ancient history at the high school level.)

In the ’70s, gas prices were soaring, veterans were returning from a war that many people thought was a mistake, the federal government bailed out Chrysler and there was unrest in Iran.

Come to think of it, I know exactly what to talk about.

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist, and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

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Klipsch’s 2014 season offers variety, venue updates

By Dawn Pearson • editorial@youarecurrent.com

Music fans of all genres have a lot to look forward to this summer at Klipsch Music Center, and they can thank themselves for the upgrades and famous artists performmusic ing in the open arena in Noblesville.

Country band Rascal Flatts kicks off the summer concert series, which includes acts from country to rock to rap to ’70s groups.

“The country genre continues to become more popular and make no mistake about it, this is not your grandfather’s country music,” said Andrew Newport, general manager for North American Concerts and Live Nation.

Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Lady Antebellum, Zac Brown Band, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert and Keith Urban will all make stops through this summer, too.

Fans have new country artists to look forward to as well as camping in Klipsch’s campground.

“We’re thrilled to be hosting two nights of Luke Bryan on Aug. 29 and 30 and will open our on-site campground,” Newport said. “We’re also very excited to host Dierks Bently who is headlining Klipsch for the first time on Sept. 27.”

Classic rock also will be alive and rolling in Noblesville this summer.

“A bittersweet date for us this summer is with Motley Crue with Alice Cooper. While we love hosting these guys, we understand that this is their final tour,” he said. “So if you’ve ever wanted to see them, this could be your last chance to rock out with them.”

Jimmy Buffett travels with one the world’s most “enviable tailgate parties,” and Journey will appear with Steve Miller Band and Tower of Power - one of those shows where everyone will sing along every word to every song.

“KISS & Def Leppard will be stopping by on Aug. 22, and if you haven’t seen either of these bands before, you need to,” Newport said.

There are many new artists performing for the first time as well.

“We love seeing artists that are relatively new to the scene and this year will showcase One Republic, Kings of Leon, Fall Out Boy, Wiz Khalifa and the Goo Goo Dolls,” according to Newport. “Fall Out Boy is a Warped Tour alumni which will visit Indy on July 3. We always enjoyed seeing shots of our venue on Warped Roadies show that airs on FUSE TV.” And it wouldn’t be summer without Klipsch’s staple, multi-night performer Dave Matthews Band. They will be visiting at the end of June.

“We’ll be camping for two nights of DMB,” he said.

Whereas the band has toured with opening acts historically, this year the shows will be an

Paramore joins Fall Out Boy on July 19

Brad Paisley (June 19)

THIS WEEK Taste of the Daily Show – Comedian Rory Albanese is a former executive producer and writer for The Daily Show with CARMEL Jon Stewart. Having been a key part of The Daily Show for over a decade Rory has won nine Primetime Emmy Awards and is currently creating an original situation comedy for CBS. He is also an accomplished stand-up comedian; beyond touring the country as a headliner he has been a featured performer on John Oliver’s New York Comedy Show on Comedy Central and starred in his own Comedy Central half hour special in 2010. He’ll be at Cracker’s Comedy Club in Broad Ripple at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. May 3. Tickets start at $17.50.

For more information, visit www.crackerscomedy.com.

Farmers Market – One of the most popular events of the season is back! The Fishers Farmers Market is now in full swing.

FISHERS It’s at a new location in front of the Nickel Plate Amphitheater.

Come out Saturday and check out the variety of vendors selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, coffee, jams and much more.

It’s at 1 Municipal Drive in Fishers from 8 till noon and it’s free!

Jimmy Buffett (June 26)

Rascal Flatts opens the 2014 season on May 17

evening with Dave Matthews Band.

“We’re hearing that in addition to the band’s normal sets, there may also be some acoustic songs as well,” he said. “We are excited to see what changes the band will make to their live show this year.”

Newport credits the music lovers for their support.

“We’re fortunate enough to book some incredible artists every season and should thank the fans for coming out year after year. It’s because of the fans that we’re able to continue to bring many of the industry’s hottest acts to Indiana,” he said. “We can’t wait to open the doors to se so many familiar faces and hopefully some new ones as well.”

Summer schedule Klipsch Music Center is at 12880 E. 146th St. in Noblesville; 776-8120.

• May 17 • Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow, Gloriana • June 7 • Tim Mcgraw, Kip Moore, Cassadee Pope • June 13 • Backstreet Boys, Avril Lavigne • June 19 • Brad Paisley, Leah Turner, Charlie Worsham • June 20 and 21 • Dave Matthews Band • June 26 • Jimmy Buffett • June 28 • Journey, Steve Miller Band, Tower Of Power • July 3 • Vans Warped Tour • July 5 • Motley Crue, Alice Cooper • July 9 • Fall Out Boy, Paramore, New Politics • July 13 • Zac Brown Band • July 19 • Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival: Avenged Sevenfold, Korn • July 24 • Lady Antebellum, Billy Currington,

Joe Nichols • Aug. 2 • Keith Urban, Jerrod Niemann, Brett Eldredge • Aug. 3 • Onerepublic, The Script • Aug. 14 • Under The Influence Of Music Tour: Wiz Khalifa, Young Jeezy, Tyga, Rich Homie Quan, Sage The Gemini, Mack Wilds, Iamsu!

And DJ Drama • Aug. 10 • Chicago, Reo Speedwagon • • Aug. 16 • Miranda Lambert, Justin Moore, Thomas Rhett, Jukebox Mafia • Aug. 22 • Kiss, Def Leppard • • Aug. 23 • Kings Of Leon, Young The Giant, Kongos • Aug. 26 • Goo Goo Dolls,Daughtry, Plain White T’s • Aug. 29 and 30 • Luke Bryan, Lee Brice, Cole Swindell

Degas and Drinks – Artist Lesley Haflich makes fine art extra social during this class for adults from 7 to 9:30 p.m. May NOBLESVILLE 9 at Nickel Plate Arts Campus, 107 S. Eighth St. Attendees can laugh, chat and dabble in paints with a little wine or beer. At the end of the evening, take home a finished 16x20 acrylic painting.

Cost is $30 per person and all supplies included.

Reservations are required. For more information, visit www.nickelplatearts.org or call 452-3690.

Audubon May Bird Count – Volunteer to help the Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Dept. and the Indiana Audubon Society WESTFIELD as they count birds throughout our county. This annual count takes place 8 a.m. May 10 at Cool Creek Park and Nature Center, 2000 E. 151st St., and on International Migratory Bird Day and the results are a valuable tool in tracking bird populations throughout the United States. Bird watchers of different skill levels will be paired together and assigned to various areas of the county. After the morning festivities, an optional lunch will be provided in the Cool Creek Nature Center.

For more information, call 774-2500 or e-mail amanda.smith@hamiltoncounty.in.gov.

Golf outing – The sixth annual Zionsville Volunteer Fire Dept. Golf Outing and 19th Hole After Party is noon May 9 at the zionsVILLE Golf Club of Indiana. Golfers may play nine holes for $65 or 18 holes for $130. To purchase tickets visit the Zionsville Fire Dept. headquarters at town hall.

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NIGHT & DAY Beef & Boards Presents: ‘Cole Porter’s Anything Goes’ • This classic boy-meets-girl tale features two unlikely pairs looking for love on the S.S. American; singing sailors and exotic disguises make this comedy fun and a must-see. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Tonight at 8 p.m.; May 7 at 1p.m.; May 8, 9 and 10 at 8 p.m.; May 11 at 1:30 p.m. • Tickets start at $38.50 • 872-9664 • www.beefandboards.com

Today

Devour Noblesville • Tonight is the last night to explore downtown Noblesville restaurants and experience special menus and prices.

• Historic Noblesville Square, Noblesville • Tonight • See individual restaurants for prices • www.noblesvillemainstreet.org

wednesday

Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre Presents: Les Misérables • This last show of the season is the Tony and Oscar winning musical sensation that tells the story of Jean Valjean. • The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts, 3 Center Green, Carmel • Tonight at 7 p.m.; May 9 at 7 p.m.; May 10 at 5 p.m. • Adult tickets $44, Youth under 18 tickets $34 • 843.3800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

thursday

Carmel Community Players Present: “Lost in Yonkers” • This award-winning Neil Simon play tells the story of mentally challenged Bella, her stern mother and the adventures of two young boys who come to live with them. • 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd.

Ste 140, Carmel • Tonight at 7:30 p.m.; May 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m.; May 11 at 2:30 p.m. • Adult tickets $15, Senior and Student tickets $12 • 815-9387 • www. carmelplayers.org Carmel Pedals Thursday Night Ride • Everyone is invited to this 10-mile, 10 mph bike ride that explores new neighborhoods every Thursday and begins at Carmel Cyclery Bicycle Shop. • 230 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel • Tonight at 6:30 p.m. • Free • 575-8588 Annual Mom’s Nite Out • Ladies are invited to Clay Terrace Mall for an evening and food and drinks with the girls. One-night only specials will be available at many shops. • 143909 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel • Tonight from 5 – 8 p.m. • Free Admission • 818-0725 • www.clayterrace.com Mode Locale: A Look at Local Fashion Past & Present Exhibit • Nickel Plate Arts will fill its exhibit space with fun and fashionable looks. • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • Today from noon to 5 p.m.; May 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free • 452-3690 • www.nickelplatearts.org

friday

Actors Theatre of Indiana Presents: Irving Berlin’s ‘I Love a Piano’ at the Studio Theater • This classic and fun musical follows the journey of a piano as it makes its way in and out of American homes; many favorite songs are showcased including “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” “Cheek to Cheek” and more. • The Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel • Tonight at 7:30 p.m.; May 10 at 8 p.m.; May 11 at 2 p.m. • Adult Tickets $40; call for senior and student discounts. • 843-3800 • www. actorstheatreofindiana.org/ Movies at the Nickel Plate District • Head over to the Nickel Plate Amphitheater lawn for a family movie night. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets; light refreshments will be available for purchase.

Tonight’s film is “Planes.” • Downtown Fishers • Movie starts at dusk • Free • 595-3150 • www.fishers.in.us/parks

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Degas and Drinks at Nickel Plate Arts • This fine art class for adults is instructor-led and includes time for socializing and a little wine or beer. Participants will leave with their own 16 x 20 acrylic painting creation. Reservations required. • Tonight from 7 – 9:30 p.m. • $30 per person and includes all materials • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • 452-3690 • www.nickelplatearts.org Westfield Playhouse Presents: “Grace & Glorie” • Grace is a 90-year-old cancer patient determined to die alone in her beloved Blue Ridge Mountain homestead. Glorie is a transplanted New Yorker and Grace’s hospice worker; she brings her own sad issues to the relationship as the two women forge an odd-couple like bond. • 1836 State Road 32 W., Westfield • Tonight at 7:30 p.m.; May 10 at 7:30 p.m.; May 11 at 2:30 p.m. • Adult tickets $12, Seniors $10 • 896-2707 • www.westfieldplayhouse.org The Loft Restaurant – Jes Richmond, acoustic guitar and vocals • Looking for a farm-to-table restaurant and live music on a Friday night? Dine at the Loft Restaurant at Traders Point Creamery and enjoy freshly made meals with seasonal ingredients and a rotating schedule of performances from local musicians on Friday nights. • 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville • Tonight from 6 – 9 p.m. • Restaurant open 5 – 9:30 p.m. • Call 733-1700 • www.tpforganics.com Conner Prairie at Dawn • Take advantage of this unique opportunity to witness the beautiful early morning scenery at Conner Prairie. Photographers, artists, bird-watchers, walkers, etc. are welcome; must be 18 and over. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Today from 7 – 10 a.m. • $10 for dawn event only; $15 for all day pass; $9 for members • 776-6006 • www.connerprairie.org

saturday

Carmel Farmer’s Market • One of Indiana’s largest farmer’s market, Carmel’s event features over 60 vendors that sell only Indiana-grown and/or produced edible products. Fun for the whole family, this farmer’s market includes cooking demonstrations, music and free parking. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • Today from 8 – 11:30 a.m. • Free admission • 710-0162 • www.carmelfarmersmarket.com Fishers Farmers Market • Visit a variety of vendors at the new location in front of the Nickel Plate Amphitheater; items for sale include fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, coffee, jams, sweet treats and many hot breakfast options. • 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers • Today from 8 – noon. • Free admission • 578-0700 • www.fisherschamber.com Mother’s Day Tea • Spend quality Mother’s Day time at the R.L. Wilson House in Noblesville; an elegant 5-course tea will be served among beautiful fresh flower centerpieces and custom tablescapes.

Heavenly Sweets provides a delicious dessert presentation. • 273 S. 8th St., Noblesville • Today at noon; seating begins at 11:30 a.m. • Call 770-9399 for prices • www.rlwilsonhouse.wordpress.com Carmel Arts & Design Second Saturday Gallery Walk • Take an evening stroll in along Carmel’s Arts & Design district and enjoy entertainment, merchant events and activities and plenty of shopping.

• 111 W. Main St., Carmel • Tonight from 5 – 9 p.m. • 571-ARTS • www.carmelartsanddesigndistrict.com Live Music at Hopwood Cellars in Zionsville • Visit Hopwood Cellars to enjoy award-winning wines that are made from Midwestern grapes and stay to listen to live music from The Blues Mission Band. • 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville • Tonight from 8 – 10 p.m. • Free • 873-4099 • www.hopwoodcellars.com

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For more than 40 years Daryl Hall & John Oates have been entertaining fans with such hits as “Kiss on My Lips,” “Private Eyes” and “Maneater.”

And now the duo will bring their music magic to Indianapolis at 7:30 p.m.

May 8 at the Old National Centre.

It’s been a big year for the musicians – who were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - and are the No. 1 selling duo in music history. In 2008 Daryl Hall and John Oates were honored with the Icon Award during BMI’s 56th annual Pop Awards.

For more information visit http://oldnationalcentre.com.

Daryl Hall & John Oates will play Old National Center on May 8. (Submitted photo)

IMS prepares for a month of rock May 17 – Qualification Day. 1990s alternative rock band LIVE will perform all their chart-topping hits including “Lightning Crashes,” “I Alone,” “The Dlophin’s Cry” and more. Verizon IndyCar Series practice and qualifying will be held throughout the day with the LIVE concert taking place on the Pagoda Plaza Stage beginning at 2 p.m. The concert is free with paid gate admission.

May 23 – Carb Day. The double bill featuring Sammy Hagar & the Wabos and Sublime with Rome is free with $30 admission. The concert will take place on the new Turn 4 Coors Light Stage in the IMS infield.

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‘Grace & Glorie’ offers tears and laughs

By Chris Bavender • editorial@youarecurrent.com It’s the story of two women - one a feisty 90-year-old cancer patient who has returned home to die, the other her volunteer hospice worker grieving the death of her theatre only child. The unlikely friendship is the focus of Main Street Productions’ latest offering, “Grace & Glorie.”

“It’s the lovely story of two women from different walks of life who come together and become friends,” said director Doug Davis. “In the process they discover they have a lot in common through the tribulations they have gone through in their personal lives.”

“Grace & Glorie” – set in the Blue Ridge Mountains - features Marty Essig as Grace and Kristen Wilson as Glorie. Wilson has appeared in two other Main Street shows and is directing the upcoming production of “Diary of Anne Frank,” and she said the script touched her heart.

“It was an opportunity for me to bring a beautiful story to life,” Wilson said. “It hit home for me because I moved back here from Florida to take care of my grandmother. She is 91 and has Alzheimer’s. I wanted her to be able to stay in her home where she is comfortable. Doing this play lets me tell my story and doing something I love - acting.”

Davis said patrons can expect a really interesting night at the theater.

“It’s a neat piece – a mixture of comedy and some drama in there. Mostly at Westfield we do comedy but this has nice mixture,” Davis said. “You

From left, Kristen Wilson plays Gloria Whitmore and Marty Essig plays Grace Stiles in “Grace & Glorie.” (Submitted photo)

are crying one minute and laughing the next.”

“I hope they go away with a new perspective on life,” Wilson said. “The script really does make you see and think about things in a different way. I would love for them to go away with a warm heart & wanting to discuss some questions that might be brought up.”

“Grace & Glorie” • 7:30 p.m. May 9, 10, 16 and 17; 2:30 p.m. May 11 and 18 • Westfield Playhouse • 1836 Ind. 32 West • Tickets are $12 for regular admission and $10 for seniors • For more information call 896-2707 or visit http://bit. ly/1hRRmsV

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Bring the family and get swept up with Disney’s high-flying “Mary Poppins,” live on stage for the first time at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre.

Based on one of the most poptheatre ular Disney films of all time and opening May 15, this musical is nothing short of supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!

The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family.

Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family how to value each other again.

Nominated for seven Tony Awards, “Mary Poppins” includes a score filled with timeless classics such as “A Spoonful of Sugar,” “Step in Time” and the Academy Award-winning “Chim-Chim Cher-ee.”

The Beef & Boards production stars Cara Statham Serber - most recently seen as Maria in “The Sound of Music” - Buddy Reeder as Bert, Eddie Curry as George Banks and local young performers Kennedy Martin as Jane Banks and Logan Sejas as Michael Banks.

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Area emerging as retiree destination Commentary by Bill Demaree While many retirees often adopt a snowbird mentality where they spend some, if not all, of their retirement in warmer Housing climates, many individuals and couples are beginning to recognize the benefits of strategically relocating to new areas for reasons other than warmth.

Hamilton County and its cities have consistently been recognized as some of the top places to live in the United States, but families and those in the middle of their career aren’t the only ones taking notice.

Retirees living on a fixed income are continuing to find creative ways to maximize their assets, and the metropolitan Indianapolis area, including Carmel, provides ample opportunities for them to stretch their dollar a little further.

One of the big draws for the Indianapolis region is the relatively low cost of living. In fact, in 2013, the Indianapolis region was nearly 10 percent below the national average for cost of living for the entire United States.

Housing prices are also well below the national average. The National Association of Realtors put the median home price nationally in 2013 at $196,900, while the Indianapolis area was nearly $60,000 less at $134,500.

For retirees living on a budget, both of these factors can greatly influence the way they live.

Having to spend more on groceries or a mortgage could translate into less money to spend on traveling, hobbies or other personal pursuits.

A lower cost of living will help extend the assets that have taken them a lifetime to accumulate, and, for retirees looking to downsize, the Indiana housing market provides much more bang for the buck.

Together, these considerations lead to a higher quality of life and provide retirees with additional resources to better take advantage of local amenities without having to worry about draining their retirement savings or spending outside of their budget.

One thing is for certain, successful retirement takes planning and dedication. It also requires individuals and couples to set goals for themselves regarding the type of lifestyle they want to live when they retire.

Whether they seek an active lifestyle, a peaceful destination or a mix of both, Hamilton County and the metro area provide plenty of opportunities for retirees to stretch their assets further and achieve their retirement goals.

Bill Demaree owns Demaree Retirement Services, which specializes in safeguarding and growing assets for clients in or approaching retirement and helping to meet their retirement goals. For more information visit www. demareeretirementservices.com.

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The mailed statements fell victim to budget cuts in 2011. But if you’ve signed up to view your benefits statements online, you will not get the mailed statement. AARP said the mailed earnings statements are important for many Americans, because so few people - about 11 million - have signed up to read them online. The Social Security Administration decided to reinstate mailed statements after receiving pressure from the paper industry and advocacy groups for the elderly and other Americans who do not have regular access to the Internet. SOURCE: MSN Money

Avoid unexpected student loan defaults - Student loan borrowers are suddenly being thrown into default when the co-signer on their loan - often a parent or grandparent - dies or files for bankruptcy. Even if they are current on their payments, some borrowers are immediately being placed in default and told to repay the loan in full because their co-signer can no longer back them financially, according to a report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. These so-called “auto-defaults” came to light during an analysis of nearly 3,600 student loan and student loan-related debt collection complaints submitted to the CFPB’s consumer complaint database between October 1, 2013 and March 31, 2014. To avoid surprise defaults, the CFPB recommends immediately contacting your lender to request that your co-signer be released from the loan if he or she has passed away or filed for bankruptcy. SOURCE: CNN Money

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Commentary by James Smith, MD, IU Health Physicians Women’s Health – North

While regular mammograms are a recommended part of preventive healthcare, some women delay scheduling Wellness them for a variety of reasons.

Understanding the facts – and dispelling the myths – of mammography can help relieve anxiety and shed light on why undergoing regular screening mammograms is so important.

Family history Most women diagnosed with breast cancer – nearly 85 percent – have no family history of the disease. If breast cancer does run in your family, you’re at increased risk of developing it. Talk with your doctor about your family history and any other risk factors you may have.

Age For all women, increasing age is a risk factor for breast cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends that women age 40 and older have annual screening mammograms. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force suggests screening every two years for women ages 50 to 74.

Discuss these guidelines with your doctor. He or she can help determine, based on your medical history and personal risk factors, when and how often you should have mammograms.

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No breast problems or lumps Mammograms can detect small tumors up to three years before they can be felt. Treatment is most effective when breast cancer is diagnosed in the early stages.

Concern about radiation While mammograms do expose women to radiation, the amount is quite low and presents little risk. Mammograms are considered safe and effective for diagnosing breast cancer early, which leads to a better chance for cure.

Be sure to see your doctor if you notice any changes in your breasts, such as lumps, thickening or discharge. In your efforts to engage in preventive care for your good health, consider the importance of regular mammograms.

James Smith, MD, specializes in obstetrics and gynecology. He is a guest columnist located at IU Health Physicians Women’s Health – North, 11725 N. Illinois St., Ste. 350, in Carmel. He can be reached by calling 688-5200.

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Fes el Bali: Travel to a golden age Commentary by Don Knebel

At a time when much of Europe was still intellectually asleep, Fes el Bali (Old Fes) was the “Athens of Africa.” Today this travel walled city within Fes, Morocco, is the world’s largest automobile free urban area, with 9,000 twisting streets so narrow in places that loaded donkeys cannot easily pass.

Idris I founded the city of Fes el Bali in 789 AD as the capital of his new Islamic Empire. The University of Al-Karaouine, now the world’s oldest university, was established in the city in 859.

By the twelfth century, Fes el Bali had become an international center of Islamic learning and culture. Its population of 200,000 made it the largest city in the world. When Maimonides, the great Jewish philosopher and physician, left Cordoba, Spain, in about 1160 because of growing tension between Jews and Muslims, he settled in Fes el Bali to continue his studies.

For Fes el Bali’s 150,000 current residents, life is not much different than it was hundreds of years ago, although electricity makes some tasks easier. Merchants in small shops still sell everything from fresh camel and goat meat on hooks to fruit and fish stacked high on tables

to pottery and clothing made by hand. Two hundred mosques still call residents to prayer. One popular shop sells rugs woven by Berbers in the nearby mountains and another sells high-end antiques in a 14th century mansion.

Tanneries producing leather using processes unchanged since the twelfth century have become symbols of Fes el Bali. Employees hand visitors mint sprigs to hold under their noses as they observe huge vats where hides, gathered daily from local slaughter houses, are tanned and colored. The mint can’t overcome the stench of the tanning agent, made from pigeon droppings and said to be the secret to the suppleness of the brightly colored leather goods sold in tannery shops.

Major construction projects are changing the face of Morocco. Fes el Bali, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, is protected against the rush of the twenty first century and provides the closest approximation we have to a time machine to Morocco’s golden age.

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New landscape “triple threat” energizes lifestyles Commentary by Randy Sorrell Imagine the ideal landscape designed especially for you – packed with vibrant colors, seasonal interest and incredibly simple to maintain. outdoors Ever heard of the “Triple Threat?” It refers to a basketball player’s stance that allows them to immediately pass, dribble or shoot. We’ve developed a landscape “Triple Threat” that brings color, seasonal interest and low maintenance together.

COLOR Green is the foundation of the landscape palette but the real personality is generated from the remaining color wheel. Massing flowering shrubs (fothergilla, potentilla, hydrangea, sweetspire) elevates drama with perennial strokes of spring flowering electric pink phlox or full sun yellow moonbeam coreopsis. A well-placed ornamental tree serves to anchor a corner with my favorites being the Serviceberry, Dogwood or Redbud and occasional Crabapple.

Fall color explodes from the aforementioned shrubs and trees, too, with competing yellows, oranges and reds all merging together.

It’s imperative to employ plants with multiple attributes: spring flowers, summer berry, fall color and winter interest.

SEASONAL INTEREST There are required strategies to create seasonal interest beyond flowering beauties. Dramatic bed shapes are a huge contributor to winter interest as unique shapes emerge from the frost

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Cork flooring a comfortable, savvy design choice Commentary by David Decker Eco-friendly and full of natural health benefits, cork flooring is experiencing a growth in popularity among homeowners. And it’s easy to see why.

Let’s take a closer look at cork flooring and the basic facts indoors that you should know before installing it in your home.

Cork is a renewable resource made from tree bark that’s a greener alternative to traditional hardwood flooring materials. By definition, “renewable resource” refers to a material that can be harvested without impacting the environment. When cork is harvested, only the bark of the tree is removed, which means the tree can continue to grow after the product is removed. The bark is replenished every nine years, at which point it can be harvested once again. This is great news for any homeowner looking to cut down on their environmental footprint and install a greener hard surface flooring option.

Many of the benefits from cork flooring stem from its natural-occurring physical properties. Cork is quite durable and resilient, which means when it’s used for flooring, it will hold up well against foot traffic. The material retains heat, so it will feel warmer under your feet than other hard surface options. Its cushioned texture makes it an excellent flooring option for people who suffer from joint conditions or those with young children. Additionally, it can help absorb sound waves, which makes it a good choice for rooms where acoustics could become an issue. And as any wine aficionado knows, cork is naturally resistant to mold. This makes it one of the more hypoallergenic flooring options available: great news for allergy sufferers.

On the flip side, cork flooring can be a little pricey. While a little more comfortable to walk on, cork’s spongy texture does not hold up well under the weight of heavy furniture. You’ll also have to be careful with sharp objects, as cork can get scratched or cut fairly easily. This means that pet nails, high heels and other sharp objects could scratch the surface of your flooring as with any other type of hardwood.

To ensure that your cork flooring has a long lifespan, you’ll want to

Cork is a renewable resource made from tree bark that’s a greener alternative to traditional hardwood flooring materials. (Submitted photo)

proactively protect it from scratches or dents. Safeguard the flooring and install soft pads or coasters underneath your heaviest furniture.

Before installing cork, carefully weigh all of the pros and cons and analyze the characteristics of the room first. If placed in a suitable room, cork flooring can be a comfortable and savvy design choice.

David Decker is president of the Affordable Companies, which include Affordable Kitchens and Bathrooms and now Affordable Custom Flooring. They are based in Carmel (575-9540, www.the-affordablecompanies.com). E-mail home improvement questions to david.decker@ the-affordablecompanies.com.

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AUCTION

Skip’s Auctions Gallery

Next auction date; Monday May 12 at 6pm Auction Zip #26565 We buy estates, households, gold, silver and coins 14000 St. Rd. 32E, Noblesville, IN 765.606.6001 Always accepting clean consignments.

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Sand Creek Woods Apartments

Xerox Services has immediate positions for Customer Service Representatives

Must live within 45 minutes.

Perform snow removal.

Lift up to 50 pounds.

Have own tools for the trade.

Have reliable transportation and hold a valid driver’s license.

Job Fair Wednesday, May 21st 9am - 7pm

We offer an excellent benefit package that includes 401K, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and are an equal opportunity employer. You will be required to pass a criminal background and drug screen test. $17-$18/hour including bonus.

Qualified candidates please send resume to scwmgr@huntpacific.com or apply in person at 11640 Breezy Point Drive, Fishers, IN.

Questions? Please contact Tessa at 765-778-6219 Apply in person: 2828 Enterprise Drive Anderson, IN 46013

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Sales experience preferred High school diploma and weekend/evening availability required Please submit resume to lacy.emsweller@thejoint.com

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Apply online: http://www.jobsatxerox.com/anderson-vin/

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Office Administrator

Home Automation Company in Westfield, looking for full time Secretarial & Administration Support.

Experience with Quickbooks, Excel & Word.

More info.at one-touchautomation.com Send resume to: info@one-touchautomation.com.

©2014 Xerox Corporation. All rights reserved. Xerox® and Xerox and Design® are trademarks of the Xerox Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. BR7307

HOP 5019 Occasional Sale

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HEART AND VASCULAR SCANS FROM THE STATE’S EXPERTS

Don’t ignore your concerns.

Listen to your heart.

Why put it off any longer? A $49 heart scan or $75 vascular scan is an important first step in your heart health. Find out if you’re at risk of heart disease at the state’s only heart and vascular program on U.S.News & World Report’s 2013-14 National Honor Roll.

Is a heart/vascular scan right for you?

Call 1.800.265.3220 or visit iuhealth.org/heartscans

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