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Dispatches Family resource night — The Westfield Autism Team is putting on a Family Resource Night from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5 at Westfield Intermediate School, 326 W Main St. The event is for parents of children with special needs in the Westfield Washington Schools district. Community vendors, information on academic supports, WWS booths and food will be available. There will be a supervised play area for children. The event is free.

Fundraising Live Auction — The Senior Citizens of Hamilton County, 18336 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville, will hold a fund raising Live Auction from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 7. All high-end items have been donated such as gift certificates from local businesses and restaurants, antiques, art work, jewelry, furniture and collectibles. The event will include a raffle and drawings for free items. Both members and non-members are invited and can bring friends. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. for early viewing.

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College news — Ellie Burns of Westfield was awarded a Bachelor of Arts Communication from the University of Alabama.

Native trees available — The Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District is holding its annual fall native tree sale. This year, 35 varieties of native trees and shrubs are available. The sale focuses on species native to Indiana. Native species are those that have been growing in Indiana since before English settlement.

These types of trees are uniquely suited to local soils, weather, and wildlife, especially birds, insects and other pollinators. All plants are $26 each, will arrive in threegallon containers and will be approximately 3 to 5 feet tall. Pre-orders are required and are due Sept. 28. Order forms and online ordering are available atwww.hamiltonswcd.org.

Teen driver safety program returns to Westfield — The Street Survival teen driver safety program will return to Westfield’s Grand Park from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 1 at 19000 Grand Park Blvd. The program teaches teens driving skills through hands-on experiences. For more, visit streetsurvival.org.

Athletic booster cards for sale — The high school and middle school fall athletes are selling athletic booster discount cards. If someone has not been contacted by athletes to buy a card, call the Westfield High School Athletic Office at 317-867-6615. Cards are $20 and include more than 25 local businesses and restaurants.

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Home-a-Rama to feature Lakes at Grassy Branch news@currentinwestfield.com Home-a-Rama has returned to Westfield.

It will feature five custom-built homes in the Lakes at Grassy event Branch neighborhood, presented by the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis. The showcase began Sept. 21 and continues through Oct. 8. The event is open from Lains noon to 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 online or $18 at the gate.

The homes are fully decorated and landscaped and showcase the latest trends in

gathering spaces, outdoor living, bars, garages and more.

“This year’s Home-A-Rama is sure to be incredible,” stated Steve Lains, CEO of BAGI. “There are unique features and designs in each home that will definitely leave show-goers with new and awe-inspiring ideas.”

Last year, Home-A-Rama took place at Chatham Hills in Westfield.

Cook “I’m honored that Westfield has been selected to serve as the site for the 2017 Home-A-Rama showcase, this time at the Lakes at Grassy Branch,” West-

30-day closure. The road is expected to WESTFIELD reopen in late September. Alternate Westfield Boulevard is now open routes include Keystone Parkway, from Habig Garden Shop to Target.

Fourth Avenue S.W., Main Street and A new intersection at Greyhound 126th Street.

Pass and 151st Street also is now Gray Road and 126th Street open. is closed for the construction Construction has begun on the City of Westfield’s Fall CONSTRUCTION of a roundabout. The project is expected to take 60 days Resurfacing and 2017 Trail Conand be open by late October, nections projects. Fall Resurfacweather permitting. ing includes Joliet Road, Catherine Drive, City Center Drive and Guilford Road is Greyhound Pass from 151st to Western Way, closed for construction of a roundabout. The Greyhound Court, Spring Meadows Subdiviproject is expected to take 45 days with the sion and half of Pine Ridge and Quail Ridge intersection reopening in October, weather Subdivisions. permitting.

Utility relocations are currently happenRiver Road is closed between 146th Street ing at 186th Street and Spring Mill Road. and Community Drive for a reconstruction The project started this month and will be project expected to last until Thanksgiving. completed by the end of the year. The project The project will include a two-lane bouleincludes construction of a roundabout at the vard and a new roundabout at Cherry Creek intersection and a new boulevard roadway Boulevard. construction to Kinsey Avenue.

Spring Mill Road is closed between 106th Towne Road reconstruction includes three and 116th streets. The closure is expected to new culverts, widening and vertical sight last through October. distance corrections. Utility relocations will NOBLESVILLE begin next month and construction will begin Lacy Road in Cicero will be closed between this fall. The project is expected to be com241st and 246th streets through Sept. 25 for plete by summer or fall of next year. construction work.

CARMEL 276th Street between U.S. 31 and Anthony Construction continues for a new roundRoad will be closed for road reconstruction about at Fourth Street and Range Line Road.

The project includes deconstructing the south through Oct. 16. During the closure, local traffic should utilize the signed detour route of Arts & Design District arch, which will be 266th Street and Devaney Road. rebuilt and reinstalled during the anticipated

field Mayor Andy Cook stated. “Westfield is a growing community with a long list of amenities that enhance the quality of life, so I’m not surprised that BAGI will be highlighting another one of our outstanding neighborhoods. I look forward to this event every year and so do the thousands of visitors that tour the custom homes and get a taste of what makes our community so great.”

Two of the five displayed homes have already been sold. The price points are in the $800,000s. Builders include BBG Construction, Gollner Homes, Havencrest Homes, Sobczak Construction Services and Stephen Kay Homes.

For more, visit bagi.com.

Dispatches Seeking historical photos — Current in Westfield is looking to gather historical photos from the city and community for a regular feature within the publication, “Back in the Day.” Credit for each submission will be given to images sent with a short description and approximate date. For more information, or to submit photos or ideas, please contact Editor Anna Skinner dat anna@youarecurrent.com.

Produce donation program announced — The Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District and The Farmers Bank have partnered to launch a new program that encourages the public to donate fresh produce for county food pantries. Every Wednesday until Sept.

27, the public may drop off produce donations to the Noblesville branch of The Farmers Bank, 16940 Clover Rd., between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. All donations will stay local and be given to food pantries in Sheridan and Noblesville. People are welcome to donate produce they have grown themselves or that they have purchased at farmers markets or grocery stores. For more about the summer produce donation program, call 317-773-2181, or emailcara.culp@hamiltoncounty.in.gov.

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Derby enters seventh year

Just north of 151st Street on Oak Road

By Noah Alatza news@currentinwestfield.com For the seventh consecutive year, Westfield’s Grand Junction Derby will be on Union Street in downtown event Westfield on Oct. 7.

“The event takes place in the heart of Westfield,” Communications Director Erin Murphy said. “Residents and businesses come together to show their support for their favorite team, and it becomes a friendly competition. The event is really catered to everyone.”

Two types of cars are allowed, stock cars and creative cars. Murphy said nearly 30 cars make the race.

“The event is very popular and really brings people together,” she said. “The crowd number has steadily increased over the last five years, with last year being our biggest crowd yet of 600 attendees. We’re hoping to have even more Westfield residents come enjoy the race this year.”

The Grand Junction Derby will coincide with the Union Bible College and Academy’s Fall Festival. Murphy said she hopes residents attend both events.

“Although our two events typically fall on

Gavin Graf, left, and K.C. Kingshill race their derby cars at a past Grand Junction Derby. This year’s derby will begin at 3 p.m. Oct. 7. (File photo)

the same day, there isn’t any overlap between the two,” Murphy said. “We encourage people to make a full day of downtown Westfield fun by attending the fall festival and then coming down to watch the race.”

Local eateries will feature deals and a beer tent during the derby, Murphy said.

“Grand Junction Brewing will have a tent onsite again selling beer, and we’ve recently partnered with Jan’s Pizza,” Murphy said.

The race begins at 3 p.m. and usually wraps up by 5 p.m. To register a car or for more, visit westfieldwelcome.com/ grand-junction-derby/.

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Robert J. Denari, 84, died surrounded by family Sept. 17. A loving father of five children, Bob was married for 60 years to the love of his life, Nancy (Porter), who he married Aug. 10, 1957.

Whether in the classroom, on the basketball court, with his grandkids, or even in his car helping someone Denari find their next home, Bob was always teaching, coaching, mentoring, giving advice. The number of lives he has influenced in his 84 years is immense.

Proud to be a second-generation ItalianAmerican, Bob was born Sept. 3, 1933, to Eugene Denari and Adelaide (Corradi) in South Hollis, N.Y. A lifelong educator and coach, Bob grew up in Indianapolis, graduating from T.C. Howe High School. He graduated from Indiana University, with a bachelor’s degree in physical education in 1955 and then proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1957, stationed for much of his time in Europe. Later, he earned his master’s of education in 1966 from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.

Beginning his professional career in Ohio, he taught and coached at Washington Township and then Covington. In 1960, he began his varsity basketball coaching career, ultimately leading his Piqua Catholic High School team to the Ohio state finals in 1964. Bob moved on to Talawanda High School in Oxford, Ohio, for two years, before heading to Troy High School, where he taught biology and coached basketball for seven years. In 1974, he and his wife, Nancy, moved their family of seven to Indiana — the mecca of high school basketball — landing first at Northfield High School before coming to Westfield High School in 1977. Bob coached basketball until 1981 and coached golf until his retirement in 1996.

As if that wasn’t enough, Bob also somehow fit in a broadcasting career. He served as a radio reporter for various professional golf and tennis tournaments, and even hosted an Indianapolis sports radio talk show that included his son, Chris.

Bob is survived by his wife Nancy; children, Chris Denari (Terry), Tom Denari (Maggie), Susie McCullough (Scott), John Denari (Aine) and Steve Denari (Cassi); grandchildren, Evan Denari, Wil Denari, Max Denari, Jordan Denari Duffner (Chris), Nick Denari, Katie McCullough, Mark McCullough, Sarah McCullough, Kyla Denari, Finn Denari, Alannah Denari, Jack Denari and Hudson Denari.

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Couple to share ghost stories

By Heather Lusk news@currentzionsville.com Nicole Kobrowski’s interest in the paranormal began early.

“I grew up in a haunted library house,” she said.

After encounters with ghosts and unusual experiences as a child, she sought books about the paranormal and found none, so as an adult she wrote her own.

Kobrowski and her husband, Michael, will share stories of haunted buildings in Indiana at the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library Sept. 26. The couple also will discuss their recent visit to Lizzie Borden’s house in Massachusetts and other notable haunts around the U.S..

As an author, Kobrowski combines her love for history and hauntings through books with topics like the Central Indiana Hospital and Helene Knabe, a murdered doctor whom Kobrowski continues to encounter in spiritual form throughout the city.

The couple lives in Westfield and leads ghost tours around Central Indiana haunts based on history and personal encounters.

“We’ve been on so many different ghost

Michael and Nicole Kobrowski (submitted photo)

tours in the U.S. and abroad, and we gravitate toward those smaller mom-and-pop companies,” she said. “You get a more personalized experience, and the people are usually local, and they know the history and they know the places.”

Kobrowski’s company, Unseen Press, also teaches classes on how to research ghosts haunting someone’s property.

Registration for The Ghosts We’ve Met is required and may be made through the library website, zionsvillelibrary.org. Because of the nature of the program, no one under the age of 10 will be admitted.

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Pumpkin patches Need I say more? If you’re like me, it’s mandatory to visit a pumpkin patch in my boots and scarf and possibly with a coffee in hand. I suggest going to Stuckey Farm Orchard and Cider Mill in Sheridan or Russell Farms in Noblesville.

Potter’s Bridge Festival Potter’s Bridge is the only remaining covered bridge in the county, stretching over the White River. It rests on 66 acres next to Potter’s Bridge Park. On Sept. 30, the park will transform into a festival with art and

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Zip line at Strawtown Koteewi Park What better way to see the fall foliage than to literally fly through it? Koteewi Aerial Adventures at Strawtown Koteewi Park allows thrill seekers to climb through the Treetop Trails and zip line through the air.”

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Did your name change because you recently got married? No problem—head on over to your local Social Security Administration office for an application. You’ll need to bring with you proof of citizenship, documents that prove your identity, and certified documents that reflect your change of name (like a marriage certificate). Was your name changed as part of a divorce decree? The Social Security Administration will make you jump through the same hoops and you’ll need to provide a certified copy of your divorce decree. Changing your name for reasons outside of a marriage or divorce, however, takes a little more effort and requires petitioning your local circuit, superior, or probate court.

Who’s eligible to petition a court for a name change?

Indiana residents may petition a court for a name change if they are at least 17-years-of-age, are not currently incarcerated, and are not currently required to register as a sex or violent offender. If you meet those requirements, you should be good to go and can file a petition in your local county court. You’ll be responsible for paying a filing fee, which can vary from county to county.

Indiana law does have statutory requirements that must be met for a petition for a name change to be valid. What names have you gone by or are associated with? Do you have proof of citizenship? How about a valid U.S. passport? Do you have any felony convictions? Among other requirements, these are just a few key pieces of information that must be contained within a petition for name change.

If you’re requesting a name change on behalf of a minor, expect to meet additional requirements. Most notably, the reason(s) for the name change of a minor must be listed and the written consent of the non-filing parent is almost always required.

Notice requirements must be met before a name change will be granted. After you’ve filed your petition and paid the appropriate filing fee, you still must abide by Indiana’s notice

requirements, all of which need to be met before your scheduled court date. You’ll need to publish 3 weekly notices of your name change petition in your local newspaper, the last of which needs to be published at least 30 days prior to your scheduled hearing. These notices allow interested parties, like a creditor or, in the case of a minor, a parent, to come forward and object to the name change.

Sounds straightforward, right? If you’re changing the name of a minor, you’ll need to include more specific information within the notice than is required for an adult name change. Additional rules also apply if you’ve had a felony conviction within the previous 10 years and noncompliance of the additional notice requirements under the statute could result in a Class A misdemeanor.

Once you’ve completed all your notice requirements, you’ll need to file proof of your publications with the court. This requires a verified affidavit of a disinterested person and, although this is typically handled by a person in charge of handling legal notices at your local newspaper, it’s important to follow up to ensure the court has all required documentation prior to your scheduled name-change hearing.

Don’t forget you’re responsible for notifying applicable agencies of your name change! This is no different than if you change your name due to marriage. Once your name change has been granted by a court, it’s your personal responsibility to make sure government agencies, employers, creditors, and any other interested party are aware of the change. A copy of your court order granting your name change is usually sufficient for most businesses, but some agencies, most specifically government agencies, may require a court-certified copy.

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Flannagan paints mural for Maple Glen Elementary School

Back in Balance Seminar Taylor Flannagan, of Westfield, recently designed and painted a mural on the Maple Glen Elementary School gymnasium wall to reflect the school’s mission and vision. The mural includes a depiction of the school’s outdoor garden, greenhouse and outdoor learning center. (Submitted photo)

Meet your teacher: Jessica Miller Grade/subject at what school: Instructional coach, Washington Woods Elementary Number of years teaching: 10 Background/Schooling (college & high school): Dublin Coffman High School, Dublin, Ohio; B.S. Early/Middle Childhood Education, Butler University Why did you become a teacher? “I was inspired to become a teacher because I want to be a part of providing our students with an environment that encourages student empowerment. As a teacher, I want my students to know they are important, valued and capable of leadership. I want to provide our students with experiences that support them in being leaders of their learning and leaders of their life.”

What goals do you have for your students? “My goal for our students is that they are passionate. I want our students to begin developing interests that they will continue to explore as they grow. I want them to know that their interests, passions

and goals are meaningful and important.”

What do you encourage parents to do at home to help their Miller children strengthen particular skills? “I encourage parents to read to their children and play with their children. Children learn so much from their parents and I hope that they model a love of reading, learning and play.”

Name your favorite movie. “‘The Emperor’s New Groove.’”

Name your favorite musician or band.

“OAR.” What’s something your students might not know about you? “One thing that my students might not know about me is that winter is my favorite season. I love getting bundled up in scarves, hats and mittens before going outside in the falling snow. If I could travel anywhere I wanted, I would go to a place where it is always cold and snowy.”

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Union Bible College looks toward future, learns from the past

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Friends are still on the board today.”

Buckler said when he began his tenure as president, the college was “financially challenged.” In the wake For nearly 170 years, Union Bible College & Academy of a 10-year strategic plan, a facilities master plan was has served Westfield on different fronts. It is the oldapproved last year by the board. Buckest, continuously cover story running school ler said that much-needed improvements are planned. in the state. The “Renovations and additions are long UBC was founded in 1861 by Quaker overdue here,” Buckler said. “I cannot immigrants as Union High School. In say much about the blueprint, but 1882, a grade school was added and I can say without a doubt it would eventually became Union High & transform the entire campus.”

Academy.

Buckler Teter Tuition ranges from $9,000 a year “Union High School was instrumenat the college to just less than $4,000 at the academy. tal in the formation of (Westfield Washington) township at the time,” said Adam Buckler, president of Union Buckler said UBC strives for debt-free graduation for all students. With 154 students, the Association for BibliBible College & Academy. “As the Civil War was quickly cal Higher Education, a Dept. of Education-recognized approaching, (Quakers) were looking at how to prepare organization, lists UBC as one of the fastest-growing for an uncertain future, so they began to educate the Bible colleges in the nation. youth.”

“We applaud the growth of Westfield.” Buckler said.

The school was a key stop on the Underground Rail“We want to make this event worthwhile as we showroad. Quakers owned two houses across the street case the history the UBC has to offer.” from the school, and slaves often were given refuge Students Thelma Miranda and there by Westfield locals.

Austin Line embrace their choice “Quakers have always been to attend Union Bible College. Michampions of equality. They randa immigrated from Honduras opposed all forms of bigotry,” to pursue a degree in education Buckler said. “They were instrufrom UBC. mental in a pivotal part of the “I prayed and God guided me (Underground) Railroad during here,” she said. “I like education the civil war.” and the opportunity came in.”

Fifty years later, UBC became Line attended high school at an academy. The Union Bible UBC’s academy. He and his wife Seminary was founded in 1911 live on campus. He is majoring in and became interdenominational pastoral ministry with a minor in in 1977. youth ministry.

“They added Union Bible Semi“I prayed about it and felt led nary, which is more of a missionto come here,” he said. “This is ary training center,” Buckler said. where I was most comfortable.”

“The school had two individual The UBC will host the Fall entities. The seminary would run Walkathon Sept. 29. Sara Teter under that.” is the president of the Parent In the early 1980s, the school’s A historical photo of Union Bible College and Teacher Fellowship and said she first president, with no affiliaAcademy. (Submitted photos) wants to provide more opportution to Quakers, was selected. nities for students.

The name was changed to better reflect the school’s “The (walkathon) route will follow our campus trails, interdenominational mission, and Union Bible Seminary with misting stations and much more,” Teter said. became Union Bible College June 1, 1989.

Buckler said the walkathon will showcase the ben“We offer undergraduate (degrees) in education, efits of a Christian college experience. ministry and music.” Buckler said. “Though we never For more, visit ubca.org. returned to having a Quaker as president, Quakers and

Union Bible College timeline 1861 1882 1911 1977 1980s June 1, 1989

UBC is founded as Union High School

by Quaker immigrants A grade school is added, name is changed to Union High & Academy Union Bible Seminary is founded The school becomes interdenominational First non-Quaker president selected

Officially becomes Union Bible College

fall festival The UBC’s Fall Festival is from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 7. It features carriage rides, a bounce house, playground, talent show, skits, virtual reality game, car auction, general auction, bubble soccer, home and holiday decor, a toy store and food vendors.

“We typically have 500 or more people,” event organizer Lori Whitaker said. “This year we are expecting a record crowd.”

The festival coincides with the City of Westfield’s Grand Junction Derby, an annual racing event on Union St. in downtown.

“We typically have a small degree of overflow traffic from the derby,” Whitaker said. “We hope that the two events taking place on the same day will make it easy for crossover traffic (to attend) both events.”

A separate event held the night before the festival is for returning alumni and their familes. It is open to the public.

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o b s e r v a tion

Thumb-driven communication

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Commentary by Terry Anker Even as another “breaking” news story is pushed out on social media or live broadcast by some beleaguered, up-and-coming reporter striving to make a name for himself as he risks life-and-limb in reporting from a hurricane zone, one wonders if a little less instantaneousness might make more sense. Sometimes, are we better off to reflect a bit before we commit to the world our first and spontaneous thoughts?

Sitting in any coffee shop, one is entertained and, frankly, impressed by the thumbability of the collected masses.

Folks attack their smartphones ferociously.

Whatever the message, it is delivered nearly immediately and often with little intentional thought. Some of us live in a world where impulse dictates action.

As communication technologies evolved, Gutenberg took great care to select topics for distribution. Martin Luther came to know his publishers personally to ensure their support in circulation. Franklin and other Founding Fathers pushed hard for a national mail service. Even most recently, folks had to find a telephone, attached to the wall, and rotary dial a single intended target. Were we better served when our impulses were more constrained?

What harm is done when our drunk-dial is not directed only at a person we know but instead broadcast to the universe – friend, foe and future alike? If poor judgment, even in a weak moment, becomes a permanent scar, how do we cope? If we let our thumbs do the talking, is our brain taking the backseat?

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

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Learning (and firing) duty weapons Commentary by Anna Skinner For the Sept. 13 Citizens’ Academy, participants took a short road trip to Lebanon to the Boone County Shooting Range. citizenS’ academy Westfield Police Dept. officer Song Kang is a firearms instructor as well as the department’s armorer, and he gave a presentation on WPD weapons to class members. After the presentation, we had the opportunity to shoot the duty and off-duty pistols carried by WPD officers.

A typical officer carries four weapons – a shotgun, a duty pistol, an off-duty pistol and a semi-automatic assault rifle.

Officers such as Kang also have the ability to carry a machine gun.

“A common question we get is why do officers in Westfield need that?” Kang said. “A simple answer is we want to be better than the bad guys. We want to have a better weapon system than the bad guys, and if we go into a gun fight, I want to have a bigger gun than the bad guys and go back to my kids and my wife.”

Although we weren’t allowed to shoot the shotgun, semi-automatic or machine gun, we were able to observe Kang and other officers demonstrate shooting

Westfield Police Dept. officer Song Kang presents on weapons. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

those on the range. We did have the opportunity to shoot the duty pistol and the off-duty pistol, of which I took full advantage.

The duty pistol is larger and carried on the hip of an on-duty officer. Officers carry the off-duty weapon while they are off the clock. It is smaller, lighter and easier to conceal. I enjoyed firing the duty weapon more than the off-duty weapon.

Next week, the column will highlight the duties of K-9 officers.

I used to honk people off all the time with my columns. PTO moms, Catholics, the breastfeeding contingent – I humor could go on and on. I would receive hate mail about once a month, usually highlighting my terrible parenting or wife-ing skills (is wife-ing a word? Now the grammar police will be writing!) and, occasionally, offers of prayercircle mention. Not that I miss the backlash, but I do wonder if anyone out there is reading me.

According to my Current inbox yesterday, they are! Thirty-three emails awaited my attention. Most were spam, but 10 were not.

I’d completely forgotten about my piece a few weeks ago where I likened President Trump to my teenage daughter, labeling them both insufferable. I’d apparently struck a nerve with a few Republicans who wrote that it was I (or is it me? Grammar police, I need you!) who was being insufferable with my disrespectful trash talk.

They have a point. I shouldn’t have compared my 16-year-old to a baby boomer.

She still has nine years before her brain is finished maturing. She’s dealing with hormones and homecoming, academics and acne, college applications and cellphone apps. Of course, no one can stand to be around her – she’s a hot mess!

But I do expect our president to at least behave like he has a plan. Like he knows what he’s doing? Like he has learned something from his 70-plus years on this earth? I didn’t vote for him, but I believe in the office he now holds. So pull it together, Mr. Trump.

The PTOs of this world, and, yes, even this grammar-questioning writer need you.

Peace out.

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

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As you likely know, the Hamilton County Council is the fiscal body of our county government. As such, guest column the council is wholly and exclusively responsible for ensuring taxpayer money is spent wisely. The Board of County Commissioners is the executive body, responsible for the execution of the funding we approve, and the day-to-day operation of county government.

It is very important for the council to exercise discipline and oversight on every project and consider the impact to taxpayers for years down the road. In government or business, oversight is important. As your county councilman and president of the county council, I take seriously my job to protect your tax dollars. Our oversight function includes a requirement that we conduct an exacting and inquisitive approach to funding requests from the commissioners, just like we do for others who come to us requesting county funds.

Cooperation with the commissioners is critical to success. This past March, we met with the commissioners and agreed on a group of projects that needed to be funded in 2017-18. Those projects included the Logan Street pedestrian walkway for approximately $2 million; expansion of the judicial center at approximately $25 million; and the highway 37 project, cost of which is yet to be confirmed. We also discussed a previously agreed upon priority of expanding the jail at approximately $10-12 million.

During that March meeting, we agreed with the commissioners that the courthouse and jail expansions were a priority.

Our Council Finance Committee took these estimates and worked with our financial consultant to find a way to fund these projects without raising your taxes or depleting our reserves. The first step to each project was an architectural/engineering design, which came to a cost of $500,000 for the courthouse and $700,000 for the jail.

After having released that $1.2 million for the architectural/engineering plans, and not having final numbers yet to finish either, the commissioners sprung a new set of funding requests onto the council.

One of those new requests is an $8 million request for the installation of solar panels on county property as an experiment in lowering the county’s electric bill. While a worthy motivation, it is troubling that the commissioners have asked us to fund new priorities outside of the budgetary priorities we agreed upon just six months ago – and without the benefit of the final cost on the cost of the courthouse and jail expansions.

Currently, county government is the only government body in Hamilton County that has seen a decrease in the amount of property taxes that we extract from our citizens over the past four years. This is due to fiscal responsibility, which is driven by discipline and oversight. It is imperative that we await final numbers on the courthouse and jail before we consider anything else.

For the full letter, visit currentinwestfield.com.

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

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Driving while not intoxicated Commentary by Dick Wolfsie “Have you been drinking?” asked the officer when he stopped me on Broad Ripple Avenue in Indianapolis, after I humor had turned off of Keystone. I was on my way to do a WISHTV remote shoot, my usual Sunday morning beat.

“Drinking? Officer, it’s 9:30 in the morning.”

“When is the last time you had a drink?”

“I don’t remember.”

“That’s not a good sign, sir.”

“That’s not what I mean. I think I had a beer three nights ago,” I stammered. Stammering, by the way, is not recommended during a situation like this.

The officer explained that when I made my turn, I “nicked the median with my front tire,” and that in his experience, “this usually means the person has had a few too many.”

“Officer, I’m not drunk. I’m just a lousy driver.” As you can see, I was having trouble saying what I meant to say.

He went back to his patrol car with my registration. A few minutes later he returned to my vehicle. “Have you ever been

arrested?”

“Arrested? Look, I know you’re just doing your job, but other than having a few books overdue at the library, I’ve never been in trouble in my life.”

“Sir, I am going to let you go, but based on your careless turn, I would be justified in giving you a breathalyzer to see if you are legally drunk.”

When I got home, Mary Ellen asked why I was so late. I told her that I hit my front tire on the median and a cop pulled me over for being intoxicated.

Yesterday morning I went back to that corner and performed the same maneuver multiple times. In 9 out of 10 attempts, I was successful in negotiating the pesky median that separates the opposing traffic lanes.

If I were a baseball player, that would be a .900 average. However, it wouldn’t be for hitting. It would be for missing.

For the full column, visit currentinwestfield.com

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Officers to wear pink badges

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com In an effort to raise awareness and funds, some Westfield Police Dept.

Police officers will wear pink badges throughout October.

In the past, officers participated in No Shave November to raise awareness and funds.

WPD Sgt. Billy Adams said this is the first year for the department to wear pink badges.

“The pink badge campaign is just one more way we can get involved with our community on an issue that affects so many of our citizens,” Adams said. “The badges are sure to spark conversation between officers and residents, which is one of the main goals. We are proud to help spread awareness and show our support to those affected by such a terrible disease. As a depart-

Some Westfield Police Dept. officers will wear pink badges during October in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. (Submitted photo)

ment, our officers come into contact and/or are seen out in the public by thousands of citizens each day. If even one of those citizens is prompted to go get a screening because of this campaign, then that’s a success”.

In addition to raising awareness, donations also will be accepted. All funds received will go toward the City of Westfield’s Relay for Life team. Checks can be made to the American Cancer Society and dropped off at the Westfield Police Dept., 17535 Dartown Rd. Adams said the department’s goal is to raise $1,000 in October. Officers used their own money to pay for the badges and support the cause. Badges cost approximately $75.

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Gaynor thrilled to be inducted into Songbook Hall of Fame

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Mitzi Gaynor isn’t sure if she will sing at her upcoming Songbook Hall of Fame induction. One thing for sure is she won’t be able to show off famous dancing moves.

While rehearsing for a tour in August, Gaynor broke her foot.

“I fell off my 4-inch heel,” Gaynor said.

Stumbles are rare for the legendary singer/dancer/actress, who will be inducted into the Songbook Hall of Fame Sept. 30 at The Palladium in Carmel.

The dinner part of the gala is sold out but tickets remain for the second half, which begins at 8:30 p.m.

“I love it, I love it,” Gaynor said of the induction. “It’s just wonderful.

This man (Michael Feinstein) is so marvelous.

He’s so wonderful, I can’t stand it. He’s such a fine human being and so talented. He wants me to be in this (Hall of Fame). It makes me want to cry, it makes me so happy. I’m so proud of it. Not many Mitzi Gaynor performing in “South Pacific.” people have ever done this.”

Feinstein is the artistic director for the Center for the Performing Arts and Songbook Foundation founder.

Gaynor will be inducted along with Ella Fitzgerald and Ray Gilbert, both deceased.

“Ella was a friend of mine. She used to live down the street in Beverly Hills,” Gaynor said.

Gaynor has great praise for Kristin Chenoweth, who will perform at the Gala.

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Following her movie career, Gaynor did a series of TV specials in the 1960s and ’70s.

Gaynor said her show, “Razzle Dazzle!

My Life Behind the Sequins,” features music and stories from her past.

Mitzi Gaynor as she performs today. (Sub“I sing, I dance and mitted photos) change costumes eight times,” Gaynor said.

Appearing before a live audience still thrills her.

“There’s nothing like it in the world,” said Gaynor, who enjoys bantering with the audience. “It’s so much fun. I feel like I’m with my family, no, better than your family because your family is always such a pain in the (butt).”

Gaynor said she will retire the first time she doesn’t sell a ticket.

“Or the first time I can’t wait to get to the theater to rehearse, then I’m going to quit,” Gaynor said.

Gaynor made her movie debut at 19 in “My Blue Heaven” in 1950. She appeared with Ethel Merman and Marilyn Monroe in “There’s No Business Like Show Business” in 1954.

Perhaps her most recognizable movie role was as Ensign Nellie Forbush in Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific” in 1958.

Feinstein and Songbook Ambassadors Annie Yokom (2010), Julia Goodwin (2013) and Finn Sagal will be part of the show.

When: 8:30 p.m., Sept. 30 Where: The Palladium, at the Center for the Performing Arts.

Tickets: Start at $125.

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Known as “The First Lady of Song,” Fitzgerald was one of the most popular singers in the U.S. for more than half a century.

She sold more than 40 million albums and won 13 Grammy Awards. Fitzgerald won two Grammys for two Songbook projects, singing Irving Berlin and Duke Ellington songs. Fitzgerald died in 1996 at age 70.

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Those auditioning should prepare 16 to 24 bars of two contrasting vocal selections with sheet music in the correct key (an accompanist will be provided) and be prepared to deliver a monologue or read. Those auditioning should bring in a recent 8-by-10 photo and updated resume.

Roles are available for the 2017-18 season in “A Beef & Boards Christmas 1017,” “Mamma Mia!,” “Singin’ in the Rain,” “Annie” and Pyramid Players production of “Cinderella.”

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Sept. 27 at Urban Vines, 303 E 161st St. Zionsville — A Hog Roast & Toast benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Zionsville is set for 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 30 in downtown Zionsville near Lions Park. Cost is $75 general admission and $125 for patron tickets. Learn more at bagcoz.org.

Carmel — Carmel High School will present four one-act plays in its Studio Theater with 7 p.m. performances Sept. 28, 29 and 30. The four plays are “From the Mouths of Babes,” “Last Minute Adjustments,” “Pizza, A Love Story” and “The Role of Della.”

Noblesville — Noblesville performers Kelly and Tanya Keller and Savannah Joy appear in “Curse of an Aching Heart or Trapped in the Spider’s Web,” a comedy/melodrama opening at the Mud Creek Barn, will have 8 p.m. shows Sept. 29 and 30 and 2:30 p.m. matinee Sept. 24. Tickets are $15, $13 for the matinee. For more, mudcreekplayers. org.

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High School play to feature small town

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com “Inspector General” was originally a Russian play that opened on Broadway in 1923.

Westfield High School performance will perform the play Oct. 5 and Oct. 7, but the students’ version will be updated to fit modern times.

“It’s about a small town similar to Westfield, except if Westfield took a different direction into government corruption,” said Natalie Penry, a WHS sophomore participating in the play. “An inspector general is coming to the town, and the town tries to cover its tracks.”

The play is a satire. Performances will be 7 p.m. Oct. 5 and 2:30 and 7 p.m. Oct. 7.

Tickets are $7 for adults or $5 for students.

Performances should last approximately 90 minutes. Last year, the school’s fall play was “Sherlock Holmes.”

“It’s the first time in a long time we’ve done a play that relates to present day issues,” Penry said. “A lot of people have different opinions of politics.”

Tyler Jeffries, another WHS student, plays the lead role of the mayor.

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Theatre teacher Rhonda Adams said the play isn’t trying to portray a specific town.

“It gives us a way to laugh at politics without taking sides,” she said. “We are not making fun of any specific town.”

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Society of Broken Souls Concert Sept 30, 7 p.m.

Adventures in Art: Fall Break Camp October 9-13 and October 16-20, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. $10/art project, all supplies included Acrylic Painting 102: Next Steps Oct. 25 - Dec. 6, 7-9 p.m.; meets weekly on Wednesdays, $175, includes all supplies (ages 15+)

Earth from E.T.,” and “Music from Star Wars.”

But that’s not all.

“Another big feature is the second-ever Since the 1970s, the music of John Wilperformance of a brand new flute concerto liams has been closely associated with

by Frank Ticheli,” Conrad said. “We’ll many, if not most, of music Hollywood’s most iconic feature our principle flutist, Carl Butler, as soloist. This is really an films amazing piece. It’s called, ‘Silver “Jaws,” “Star Wars,” “Saving PriLining,’ a concerto for flute and vate Ryan” and the “Harry Potter” wind ensemble. It’s one that’s probseries are but a handful of blockably going to take its place high on busters scored by the industry’s the list of pieces for solo flute with undisputed musical king.

Conrad big concert band with winds.”

“John Williams is probably the Following the Williams tribute, the IWS most well-known film composer of all continues its 2017-18 season with the foltime,” said Charlie Conrad, musical director lowing performances on the following and chief conductor for the Indiana Wind Symphony. “Quite a few of his really famous dates: • “Echos Over Five Centuries: The Reforfilm scores, we’ll be doing selections from mation,” Nov. 12. them.”

• “Joy of the Season,” Dec. 3.

It all begins Oct. 7, when the Indiana • “Masterworks Old and New,” Feb. 18.

Wind Symphony opens its 20th season with • “Steampunk, Sondheim, and Leonardo “The Wondrous World of John Williams,” a Da Vinci,” March 3. tribute to the world-renowned film com• “Among the Trees,” April 8. poser. The IWS performs at the Palladium in • “Trumpet Magic with Allen Vizzutti,” Carmel’s Center for the Performing Arts, its May 25. home since 2011.

All performances are at The Palladium.

A sampling of the season-opening pieces For ticket information, visit indiare “Harry Potter’s Wondrous World,” “Midanawindsymphony.org. way March,” “Superman,” “Adventures on

Come experience this year’s First Internet Bank Home-A-Rama at The Lakes at Grassy Branch in Westfield.

Second Saturday Songwriters Showcase: October 14, 7 p.m.

3rd Annual NICE Noblesville Interdisciplinary Creativity Expo October 6 & 7, doors open at 6 p.m.

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The Wafford Theater: waffordtheater.com

White River Sound Chorus

Harmony Happening Sept 23, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

White River Sound Guest Night Sept 26, 6:45 - 9:00 p.m.

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Commentary by Mark Johnson Where to go: Rosie’s Place Where it is: 68 N. 9th St., Noblesville When it’s open: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Mark’s take: So, you’re looking for the perfect place for brunch and breakfast?

Look no further than Rosie’s Place. Take the down-home charm of an old-fashioned general store, combine it with a modern bistro atmosphere and you’ll have Rosie’s Place.

Weekdays or weekends, you’ll want to drop in to try one of the many selections that Rosie’s Place has to offer. Rosie’s Place is a must for a great dining experience.

What to get: The spicy burrito. It’s a flour tortilla filled with chorizo, green chiles,

tomatoes, green onions, pepper jack cheese, topped with ranchero sauce and cheddar cheese and served with country potatoes.

What’s the cost: Breakfast between $4.95 and $12.95 Want to know more: Call 317-770-3322 or visit rosiesplace.net.

Behind bars: Rabbit’s Foot

Get it at Pure Eatery, Fishers Ingredients: 1 oz. Cruz strawberry, 1 oz. Cruz orange, 1 oz. pineapple juice, Splash of cranberry juice, Colored sugar Directions: Shake with ice and strain into a martini glass with a colored sugar rim.

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Commentary by Joe Drozda and Bob Bley Experts tell us that in September we lose about 1 hour and 17 minutes of daylight.

Here’s a tailgate riddle: What starts out cold, gets hot and then ends up cold, even though its fire never goes out? The answer is a fall day of tailgating. If you’re planning a fall tailgate party, you have to keep temperatures in mind.

For the full column and a list of foods that will keep tailgaters warm, visit currentnightandday.com.

Cumin Yogurt Dip Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 2 cloves garlic crushed and diced, 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, 4 tablespoons sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon salt (fine sea, plus more to taste), 1.4 teaspoon cayenne Preparation: Mash, peel and chop the garlic, then sprinkle it with a little sea salt and mash it to form a paste. In a medium bowl, stir to combine the yogurt, sour cream, garlic, ground cumin, salt and cayenne. Adjust all seasonings to taste.

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Cover and chill to allow flavors to blend for at least 2 hours. Transfer the mixture to a seal-and-serve container and pack in your food cooler. At the tailgate, serve with vegetables and/or crackers. Make it more attractive by sprinkling a few whole cumin seeds on top (serves 12).

Joe Drozda writes about sports and food. You may contact him at drozda@tailgatershandbook. com or visit www.tailgatershandbook.com.

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“La Cage aux Folles,” Actors Theatre 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27, 28, 29 and 30 and of Indiana, Studio Theater, Center 2 p.m., Oct. 1 for the Performing Arts, Carmel With music and lyrics by the legendary Jerry Herman and book

by Harvey Fierstein, this six-time Tony Award winner focuses on the outrageous tale of a family of cabaret performers as the Riviera’s most delicious drag nightclub bursts to life.

Compiled by Zach Dunkin Songbook Celebration, The Palladium, Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

8:30, Sept. 30

Cost: $20-$40.

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

“West Side Story,” 8 p.m., Sept. 26, 29 and 30; Beef & Boards Dinner 1 p.m., Sept. 27; 1 p.m. and 8 Theatre, Indianapolis p.m., Sept. 28; and 1 p.m. Oct. 1.

Cost: $125-$175, includes the Katz More: Sapper & Miller After-Party with drinks, thecenterpresents. desserts and dancing in settings org, 317.843.3800 evoking the glitz of Hollywood, Miami and New York City.

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

7:30 p.m. Sept. 28; 1 and 5 p.m., Sept. 30; and 2 p.m., Oct. 1. (continues through Oct. 14).

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

Cost: Tickets start at $25

More: atistage.org, 317.843.3800.

Ashton Wolf Dueling Pianos, The Cat, Carmel

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

9 p.m., Sept. 30

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

Cost: $12

More: thecattheatre.com, 317.649.4CAT

“The Poets Laureate of Lawrence,” Theater at the Fort, Lawrence

7 p.m., Sept. 26.

Norbert and Katherine Krapf will read from Norbert’s new book “Walt Whitman Illuminated by The Message” in the ACTA Publications new series “Literary Portals to Prayer,” which pairs passages from the work of time-tested authors with a recent Bible translation in contemporary American English.

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Cost: Free

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“Lafferty’s Wake,” Westfield Playhouse

7:30, Sept. 29-30 (continues through Oct. 15)

Charlie Lafferty is being waked in grand style in his home away from home, the local pub. The audience joins Charlie’s widow, his sweet daughter, bumbling son-in-law, the parish priest and the savvy innkeeper as they celebrate the life and times of ramblin’, gamblin’ Lafferty.

Cost: $10-$12. More: 317.402.3341, westfieldplayhouse,org.

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Halloween Hilarity throughout the Museum Fab“BOO”lous Food Stations from Area Restaurants Spellbinding Spirits Devilish DJ and Dancing Crazy Costume Contest Ghostly Games and Activities IPL’s Lights-On and AAA’s Frightening Hours in the Wicked Woods Haunted House* • Private reserved “High Flyers” tables with food, bar, and entertainment available (Additional cost. Capacity limited.)

*Black Hat Bash ticket includes one admission to the Haunted House valid during the Black Hat Bash or Oct. 7–31, 2017.

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Blueprint for Improvement: Modern master bathroom Commentary by Larry Greene

After solutions:

Before

Background Info: This spacious home in the Valley Brook neighborhood of Carmel was built in 1989.

Throughout the home there are several bathrooms, and many hadn’t been updated since the home was built, including the bathroom in the master suite.

Before problems: The master bathroom had plenty of space, but the original cabinets were bulky and lacked efficient storage. The design and layout of the shower and tub made the bathroom appear smaller than it was. Additionally, the bathroom fixtures dated the space.

After

The owners wanted to give their master bathroom an update while creating more efficient use of the space they had. Their new master bathroom has an open, modern design.

1. The biggest transformation was removing the standard gold framed shower and replacing it with a frameless glass shower, making the room appear much larger, overall.

2. Another dramatic change was replacing the decked tub with a free-standing tub and repositioning it to create more space for the second vanity.

3. New quartz countertops and wood-look tile flooring give the space a modern but timeless look.

4. Additional changes included custom cabinetry with efficient storage solutions and a new light plan to brighten the space.

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

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Chorazin is one of three villages most closely associated with the earthly ministry of Jesus. Excavations at travel Chorazin have revealed both a chair described by Jesus and an inexplicable image of a monster.

During the first century, Chorazin (or Korazin) was a Jewish village set on a hillside north of the Sea of Galilee. The village, known for the quality of its wheat, was about 2 1/2 miles due north of Capernaum, the center of Jesus’ ministry. According to the Bible, Jesus performed most of his miracles in Chorazin, Capernaum and nearby Bethsaida. Because the people witnessing those miracles did not repent, Jesus expressly cursed all three villages by name, beginning with Chorazin. As a result, early Christians expected the Antichrist to be conceived in Chorazin. Later Christians believed Jesus’ curse explained why a fourthcentury earthquake destroyed Chorazin, by

then an important city.

Although archaeologists have not yet found the remains of first-century Chorazin, they have uncovered ruins from the third century. In the middle of the 25-acre city was a large synagogue, constructed of black basalt, a volcanic stone. In 1926, excavators found a chair, carved from a single block of basalt and inscribed in Aramaic, near the wall of the synagogue that faced Jerusalem. Scholars believe the stone chair was the so-called Seat of Moses. According to Jesus, as quoted in the Gospel of Matthew, rabbis made authoritative pronouncements from the Hebrew Scriptures while sitting in this chair. The original chair is in the Israeli Museum in Jerusalem, but a replica lies along the southern synagogue wall. Curiously, the Chorazin synagogue also featured a stone relief of the head of snake-haired Medusa. Why a synagogue used for worship by people forbidden to have graven images would include the representation of a monster from Greek mythology remains a mystery.

PUBLIC NOTICE USI Consultants, Inc. (8415 East 56th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46216) on behalf of the City of Westfield is submitting a Notice of Intent to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of our intent to comply with the requirements of 327 IAC 15-5 to discharge storm water from construction activities associated with the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of 191st Street and Chad Hittle Dr and two additional travel lanes from Tomlinson Rd and US 31. Runoff from the project site will discharge to Cool Creek. Construction activities are scheduled to commence after March 1, 2018 and be completed by December 1, 2018. Questions or comments regarding this project should be directed to Greg Wendling, USI Consultants, Inc, 317-544-4996.

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

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Battle of the Latin abbreviations Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt You probably weren’t surprised to learn I was an English major for one semester in college. This grammar guy week, I’m leveling up the nerd factor and divulging another academic secret of mine: I took three years of Latin in high school. And, for a dead language, Latin is everywhere. Ever heard of an astronaut?

They didn’t have those back in the Roman Empire, but astronaut gets its name from combining the Latin word for star (astrum) with the word for sailor (nauta). Boom: star sailor.

We use Latin in our abbreviations all the time without really even knowing what they mean. Today, I’m going to focus on i.e. and e.g. and try to help you understand when each is appropriate to use.

The abbreviation i.e. stands for id est, which is Latin for “that is.” Use i.e. when you want to clarify or further define what you just stated. Think of i.e. as “in essence.” Here’s an example: Carmel’s City Council recently removed funding for the mayor’s $5 million carousel, i.e., one superexpensive horse tornado.

The abbreviation e.g. stands for exempli gratia, which means “for example” in Latin.

It’s easy to remember “e” is for “example.” I like to think of e.g. as “egg sample,” which would be a strange item to try on sample day at Sam’s Club. Here’s an example for you: I love any kind of fall activity (e.g., jumping in leaf piles, watching football and consuming any pumpkin-flavored beverage).

Here are some other things to remember: Always add periods after each letter in i.e. and e.g. They are abbreviations, not their own words. Always add a comma after the abbreviations, even if your spell check interjects a squiggly red line beneath it.

Other Latin abbreviations that are part of our everyday lives include R.I.P., P.S., C.V., N.B., per cent. and vs. They are all ticked they didn’t get any attention in this article, i.e., not the prettiest ponies at the petting zoo.

Curtis Honeycutt is a freelance humor writer.

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By Courtney Walker The client-designer partnership in this kitchen, bath and laundry room remodel was nearly one of those fairy-tail stories. While talking with both The Affordable Companies’ designer, Carlie Crousore-Suski and her client about the beginning inspiration, process and end result – their answers were nearly the same.

Lighter, brighter, “everything” is what they both love in the new design.

It started when The Affordable Companies renovated the Masthead project in Fishers and opened the kitchen reveal to neighbors, friends and clients.

The prospective client instantly fell in love with the design and designer, Carlie. Years later, Carlie received a call.

“It took her some time to realize she was ready, but once she was, I met with and learned about her wishes for the space,” Carlie

says. “From there, I had a great idea of what she was looking for in a custom kitchen and bath.”

As you may notice from before images, the kitchen, powder bath and laundry were dark, divided and displayed poor lighting elements.

“By shifting tall items to one side of the room, this allowed us to knock down the wall between the kitchen and dining room to create an open concept with glass doors, glass shelves, open wine storage and great lighting,” Carlie says.

“One of my fears of the new design was losing storage, but I actually have more functional storage now,” the client said.

The kitchen and powder bath were designed with a fully custom cabinetry line from The Affordable Companies.

“To state it simply, if you can dream it, we can build it,” Carlie says.

Equipped in her client’s kitchen are spice racks, flatware dividers, tray dividers, roll out trays and the cutest and most functional wine storage niche – accessible from both the kitchen and dining room. Just off the kitchen, a powder bath renovation used the same cabinetry line.

“My husband loves his new bath with operating drawers in the vanity for storage,” the client says. “I wanted it to look more like a furniture piece. The outcome was the perfect compromise. He’s also thrilled with the amount of light in his bathroom.”

If this flawless renovation story and beautiful design gives you the redo fever, contact a design professional at The Affordable Companies by visiting their website the-affordablecompanies.com or give them a call at 317-575-9540.

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30. Victory Field dog holder 31. Sham 33. Mac rivals 36. Ice sheet 39. “Three” in a Purdue German class 41. Fishers HS track event 43. Versatile municipality... and a hint to the letters in

each circle 46. IDOT or IRT 47. Final Four org.

48. Where LLY means Eli Lilly and Company 49. Go a-courting 50. McNamara Florists bud holder 52. Former Colts home: ___ Dome 54. 007, for one 55. Soccer stadium cheer 56. 2018 Super Bowl numeral 59. Señor’s emphatic yes 62. Daredevil Knievel 65. NASA gasket 67. Conner Prairie ticket category 69. German auto 71. Acronym popularized by Rachael Ray 72. Rolex rival at Andrews Jewelers 73. Angers 74. Flintstones pet 75. Nymph chaser 76. Thou-shalt-not 77. 2006 Indiana Mr. Basketball from Lawrence North HS Down 1. Home viewing for a price 2. Video game name 3. Indiana State Museum piece 4. Hazel ___ Parkway 5. Jeff Smulyan’s LA alma mater 6. WTHR anchor John 7. Zilch 8. Like fine wine at Kahn’s 9. Egyptian cobra 10. Fauna’s partner 11. Sportswear brand

12. “Perhaps” 13. Boomers’ kids 21. Ex-Notre Dame coach Holtz 23. IND destination to NYC 27. Computer command 29. Bovine bunch 30. House of Martial Arts level 31. Backyard barrier 32. Verdi opera 33. Clever tactic 34. Indiana cornfield sounds 35. “Auld Lang ___” 36. IMHO cousin 37. Comic Jay 38. Mixed bag 40. Does laps on the Noblesville HS track 42. Sicilian volcano 44. Invitation letters 45. Nobleman

51. Carmel City Council affirmative vote 53. Anthem boardroom bigwig 54. Velvety smooth 55. Antiquated 56. Hopping mad 57. Hole-___ 58. Freddy Mercury: “How Can ___?”

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(317) 645-8373 • www.TopShineWindowCleaning.com

Services

Services

LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING Locally owned/operated over 40 YRS * SPRING CLEAN UP * MULCH * MOWING * FERTILIZING *TEAR OUT/REPLACE * FREE ESTIMATES CALL 317-491-3491

Will mow yards, trim shrubs, clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, gutters, paint, do odd jobs, demo small buildings, provide personal services.

Fully insured. Text/call Jay 574-398-2135; shidelerjay@gmail.com

Pet & House Sitting Service www.pawpatrolindy.com 17 years Experience

PHOTO SCANNING SERVICE

Have your photos scanned and saved to a DVD, which is a great way to preserve and share your photos with family and friends. Contact Nancy at 317-900-1133 or visit www.photos4keeps.com.

317-802-6565 317-432-1627

“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield

C&H TREE SERVICE

Topping – Removal Deadwooding – Landscaping Stump Grinding – Gutter Cleaning INSURED -- FREE ESTIMATES Call Steve 317-341-4905 or 317-238-9314

• Residential/Commercial

Michael.Pettygrove@infb.com

Services

Guitar Lessons With Baker Scott

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

910-6990

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317-397-9389 paintthetownred2007@gmail.com

• Kitchen Cabinets

Classifieds

VISA, MasterCard acceptedReach 126,095 homes weekly

Jorge Escalante

• Interior/Exterior

240 East Carmel Drive | Carmel Office: (317) 846-5861 Cell: (317) 506-9239

Services

15% OFF

IF YOU MENTION THIS AD

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

Services

Services

Nick’s Tree Service AVAILABLE SERVICES

• Tree Removal • Trimming • Stump Grinding • Finish Grading • Bucket Truck Work • Climbing • Lot clearing Guitar Lessons

Wth recording artist Duke Tumatoe Learn from professional and have fun All levels - in Carmel duke@duketumatoe.com or 317-201-5856

Brian McGill Painting Inc. 30 yrs. experience Fully Insured Free Estimates 317-758-6818

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

CALL TODAY! (317) 524-9100 seminar FIRST-TIME BUYER SEMINAR

by CPG Real Estate, Fidelity National Title & Elements Financial October 4, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. Teaching Buyers “ Mistakes to Avoid” & Basics In Home Buying Make your free reservation now at 317-908-8001.

garage sale

For sale REAL ESTATE

Neighborhood Garage Sale

FOR SALE – 16373 E. 186th, Noblesville.:

in The Bristols 126th Street & Brooks School Road in Fishers (46037) Friday, Sept. 29 & Saturday, Sept. 30 8AM - 1PM each day

4 BR, 3 BA Country Home with Pole Barn on 1.41 Acres, HSE Schools, $269,900: Volk Realty 765.713.9700; www.MarkVOLK.com

MOBILE SHARPENING & MAINTENANCE Specializing in lawn care, residential and commercial.

Sharpening mower blades, hedge trimmer blades, chain saws, garden tools.

Maintenance, oil changes, filters, grease or lube.

317-937-2803

Thank You, Carmel!

The Electric Bike Center

622 Rangeline Rd, Suite S, Carmel • 317-506-6902

September 26, 2017

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Business for sale

Business AUCTION for sale

now hiring CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTITIVE

Westfield service company located at US 31 and SR 32 is seeking CSR’s.

Experience with Microsoft Office, excellent phone skills and a customer service mindset required.

If interested, please email resumes to apccareer@gmail.com

job fair

job fair

job fair

AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES

CAREER FAIR NURSES & CNAs

NOW HIRING CARPET CLEANERS Bane-Clene® Systems Call for interview 317-546-5448 or send resume to bane@baneclene.com

JOIN US THIS THURSDAY

SEPT. 28

Now Hiring

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

EOE. No phone calls, please.

27

12-5 PM • ROCK BOTTOM RESTAURANT & BREWERY

2801 LAKE CIRCLE DR. INDIANAPOLIS

FILL OUT AN APPLICATION AND ENJOY FOOD AND DRINKS ON US!

College not for you?

now hiring

now hiring

Carmel Clay Schools is Hiring!

Background or Not in dance! Join the team at Fred Astaire Dance Studio Carmel, Indiana. We will train you in all aspects of the ballroom dance business.

Why Fred Astaire?

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

Need we say more?

Call Dan at 317-846-3237

$1000 SIGN ON BONUS Apply in person or contact, Erica Hertzinger, Regional Recruiter

513-260-5209

EricaHertzinger@ASCSeniorCare.com

puzzle answers

AUCTION

• Bus Drivers • Bus Aides • Instructional Assistants • Substitute Teachers Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/ccs/onlineapp/

Email: cmiddlet@ccs.k12.in.us or call 317-844-9961.

ASCSeniorCare.com

Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: Scientists: CURIE, DARWIN, EINSTEIN, GALILEO, NEWTON, PASTEUR; Trees: ELM, MAPLE, OAK, TULIP, WALNUT; Babies: CALF, CUB, FAWN, PUP; Dealers: ANDY MOHR, BILL ESTES, RAY SKILLMAN; Colors: ORANGE, YELLOW; Town: METAMORA

Equal Opportunity Employer

AUCTION

September 26, 2017

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Visit Our

N EW Garden Center! now located at

505 W. 186th Street Westfield, IN 46074 Next to Grand Park Grand Park

SUNDOWN GARDENS

SR 32

★

US 31

186 Street Springmill Rd.

28

call us for Landscape design services

Pumpkins, Gourds, Mums plus Unique Fall Decor

Select Perennials & Nursery Stock now 20-50% Off.*

Pottery Sale! Concrete and Statuary Included. 30% Off.*

*Retail cash and carry only - while supplies last. Does not include labor. Not valid with any other offers.

Excludes seasonal annuals and decor. Sale ends October 31, 2017.

don’t fall behind! now scheduling for fall clean-ups

(317) 846-0620