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U.S. 31 traffic shifts at Ind. 38

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com

INDOT contractors have shifted traffic on U.S. 31 at Ind. 38.

Northbound and southbound traffic on U.S. 31 approaching the construction zone will shift to the left lane on each side of the median. Milestone Contractors will remove temporary pavement on the shoulders while traffic is in this configuration, which is expected to last another week.

Milestone plans to pave the surface layer of asphalt, place permanent pavement markings and open additional traffic lanes and the new Ind. 38 interchange ramps by the end of the month.

Both U.S. 31 and Ind. 38 will have a work zone speed limit of 35 miles per hour through the remainder of the project.

The $19.6 million interchange construction contract at the former intersection of U.S. 31 and Ind. 38 is part of the new U.S. 31 Hamilton County initiative to upgrade the interstate to freeway standards from I-465 to Ind. 38. When the interchange is complete, twin two-lane bridges on U.S. 31 will overpass Ind. 38, and a ramp system will connect the two highways.

INDOT will bundle remaining construction phases for the

A rendering of the new U.S.31 and Ind. 38 interchange new Hamilton County corridor into one contract for bid later this year. The new interstate-quality freeway is expected to open to traffic by the end of 2015, which is three years earlier than was previously anticipated.

For more information, visit www.US31HamiltonCounty. in.gov.

City, Citizens reaches understanding of utilities transfer

By Robert Herrington robert@youarecurrent.com After months of researching and planning, the City of Westfield announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Citizens Energy Group for the transfer of the city’s water and wastewater utilities.

While the final agreement must be approved by the Westfield City Council and the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, Mayor Andy Cook explained that the process to transfer utilities will be a long one with several community meetings to inform the public before any action by the council takes place.

“With enormous development of our city on the horizon, outsourcing management or ownership of certain water and wastewater assets could enable the city to plan for our growth more efficiently,” he said.

The approximately $91 million in proceeds of the transfer will be used to pay off 100 percent of the city’s utility infrastructure debt ($45 million) and fund much-needed capital infrastructure projects, including roundabouts at high-traffic intersections and improvements to Westfield’s trail system, including the Monon

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Four public meetings have been scheduled to keep Westfield residents informed about the potential the transfer of the city’s water and wastewater utilities. Upcoming meetings include: • Today – Westfield High School Auditorium, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

• Oct. 9 – Carey Ridge Elementary School, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

• Oct. 17 – Oak Trace Elementary School, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

• Oct. 23 – Shamrock Springs Elementary Schools, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Additional details can be found online at www.westfield.in.gov.

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“In the next five years, Westfield’s growth is expected to continue, with more businesses attracted by improvements to U.S. 31, the addition of Grand Park and our world-class school system,” said Cook.

“The transfer of our utilities will allow us to pay off our debt, invest in needed improvements to relieve congestion and improve access, all while partnering with an experienced and trusted utility partner that

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will provide outstanding customer service and operational savings to hold down future water rate increases.”

Cook announced in April that the city was exploring the idea of transferring the water and wastewater utilities to a qualified operator.

“We are very excited about the opportunity to expand our service to the growing Westfield community. By creating Citizens Utilities of Westfield, an integrated water, wastewater and gas utility, we will provide outstanding customer service as we ensure Westfield has the water supply and utility infrastructure it needs to continue growing,” said Carey Lykins, president and CEO of Citizens Energy Group. “As we have shown with Citizens Gas of Westfield, efficiencies available by being associated with Citizens Energy Group will help hold down rate increases as the community and the utility infrastructure continues to expand.”

No Westfield employee will lose employment as result of the utility transfer.

Citizens plans to provide pay and benefits to Westfield employees that are competitive with their current compensation package and that of similarly situated Citizens’ employees – upon completing pre-employment hiring requirements.

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Grading Obama – Current Publishing contributing columnist Andy Ray gives President Barack Obama a grade of B-/C+ and says he deserves a second term. You can read Ray’s column recapping and grading Obama’s term online at www.currentinwestfield.com.

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Riverview Health Fair – The Riverview Health Fair takes place from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday and includes discounted offerings to help you stay on top of your health. The event will be held in the lower level of the Riverview Women’s Pavilion (entrance 11). Costs are flu shots, $20; blood chemistry profile, $20; and A1C screening, $20. To register, call 770-2412.

Checkmate – On Saturday, Westfield Washington Public Library is hosting a chess tournament. The tournament runs from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and anyone age 5 to 14 is eligible to participate.

The tournament has three sections: 1st and under, 3rd and under and 8th and under. Trophies will be awarded. Contact Children’s Services at 896-9391 for registration information.

Lego Superhero Build – WWPL’s Lego superheroes need you, so they’re having a Lego Superhero Build! At 3:30 p.m. Oct. 10, you can help build seven brand new Lego superhero sets that were donated to the library. Due to the limited number of sets, everyone will work in teams. All the assembled heroes will be displayed in the library in November.

Parents Day Out – Fishers Pointe Cooperative Preschool is offering eight weeks of Parents Day Out sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Wednesday beginning Oct. 3 for children ages two and up. The cost is $65 per month with a $25 registration fee for non-members. Fishers Pointe, a non-profit parent-participation preschool located in Hamilton County, offers a child-sized world based on the freedom to talk, sing, dance, paint, play and explore independently and cooperatively. For more information, call 721-3727 or visit www. fisherspointecoop.org.

Halloween writing contest – Don’t be scared, enter Current’s Halloween writing contest. The rules of the contest are simple: have fun, don’t write longer than 450 words and make sure the writing is your own. E-mail your story to robert@youarecurrent.com no later than noon on Oct. 19.

Be sure to include your name, address, phone number and birthday. Please include Halloween Writing Contest in the e-mail subject heading. The contest is open to any Hamilton County resident and winners will be selected in the following categories: youth ages 13 and younger through Oct. 19; and anyone ages 13 and older on Oct. 19.

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District honors employees for years of service editorial@youarecurrent.com Westfield Washington s Superintendent Mark Keen kicked off the 2012-2013 year by recognizing staff members with service anniversary awards for their outstanding and dedicated commitment to the students and staff at Westfield Washington s.

40 Years • Dick Parker, social studies teacher, WMS

25 Years

• Chris Hofeling, speech language pathologist, Maple Glen Elementary • Cheryl McLean, science teacher, WHS

20 Years

• Rhonda Adams, theatre teacher, WHS • Susie Borgnini, asst. principal, WIS • Rita Popp, pre special education teacher, Carey Ridge Elementary • Sharon Rice, instructional asst.–pre special education, Carey Ridge Elementary • Bill Wilson, bus driver, Transportation

15 Years

• Julie Alberts, first grade teacher, Carey Ridge Elementary • Darlene Bell, kindergarten teacher, Shamrock Springs Elementary • Jason Compton, science teacher, WHS • Martessa Conover, art teacher, WIS • Yvette Coverdale, fourth grade teacher, Carey Ridge Elementary • Lossie Crane, media specialist, WIS • Bill Davis, athletic director, WHS • Valerie Ferry, kindergarten teacher, Carey Ridge Elementary • Julia Fry, second grade teacher, Washington Woods Elementary • Tammy Green, third grade teacher, Carey Ridge Elementary • Debbie Haggard, bookkeeper, WMS • Charlotte Hall, software support specialist, Technology Services Group • Mark Keen, superintendent, Administration • Laurie Lawry, second grade teacher, Shamrock Springs Elementary • Scott Lidskin, English teacher, WHS • Doug Luce, dean of students/athletic director, WMS • Sharilyn McLaughlin, instructional asst.-special education, WIS • Linda Ogle, social studies teacher, WMS • Jennifer Peterson, kindergarten teacher, Shamrock Springs Elementary • Karen Podell, business teacher, WHS • Deirdre Rinne, kindergarten teacher, Oak Trace Elementary • Chris Rogers, athletic dept. secretary, WHS • Kelley Ruden, kindergarten teacher, Washington Woods Elementary • Therisa Seymour, guidance counselor, Monon Trail Elementary • Chris Sluder, instrumental music teacher, WIS • Angie Smith, kindergarten teacher, Shamrock Springs Elementary • Margaret Smith, technology support specialist, Transportation • Paula Smith, math teacher, WHS • Doreen Spindler, physical education teacher, Washington Woods Elementary

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• Gregg Baud, sixth grade teacher, WIS • Jan Carnes, computer applications teacher, WMS • Jeff Crist, sixth grade teacher, WIS • Lin Dummitt, athletic/attendance secretary, WMS • Judy Gunnell, pre asst., Oak Trace Elementary • Jaime Kircher, sixth grade teacher, WIS • Emily Moyer, second grade teacher, Shamrock Springs Elementary • Vickie Perry, secretary, Shamrock Springs Elementary • Tenna Pershing, marketing/ community outreach director, Administration • Andrew Schaaf, math teacher, WHS • Jody Sims, third grade teacher, Carey Ridge Elementary • Leigh Stella, sixth grade teacher, WIS • Erik Wettschurack, science teacher, WMS • Jennifer Yoder, English teacher, WHS

Meet your teacher: Yvette Coverdale Grade/Subject at what school: fourth grade, Carey Ridge Elementary Number of years teaching: 15 Background/Schooling (college & high school): Concord High School, Elkhart; B.S. Elementary Education, Indiana University; and M.A. Education, Indiana Wesleyan University.

Why did you become a teacher? My high school biology teacher, Mr. Larimer, made me view education in a new and engaging light. He made learning relevant and inspired me to become a teacher.

What goals do you have for your students? I want my students to use curiosity to develop deep understanding for concepts, and then apply that knowledge in and out of the classroom.

What do you encourage parents to do at home to help their children strengthen particular skills? Communicate with the classroom teacher and maintain a daily, regular time for children to study in a quiet place. Even if their child “doesn’t have homework,” allow students to read, review other academic concepts, or even develop their own learning investigation during that scheduled time.

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Schemel selected to Indiana Educator Leader Cadre editorial@youarecurrent.com Westfield Washington School’s Lynn Schemel, director of assessment and professional development, has been selected to be a member of Indiana’s Educator Leader Cadre to help implement new national standards and assessments.

“Lynn’s selection shows that the state knows how well she has been doing in leading our district through the common core transition as well as her knowledge of assessment. Additionally, her selection will allow us to have the first-hand knowledge to immediately prepare our staff and students for whatever action comes out of the committee’s work,” Westfield Washington Schools Supt. Mark Schemel Keen said.

Beginning with the 2011-12 school year, Indiana schools began transitioning to new math and English standards-national standards known as the Common Core State Standards currently adopted by 45 states, District of Columbia, Guam and the US Virgin Islands.

By the 2014-15 school year, all grade levels will be teaching the new national standards and taking new math and English assessments in place of ISTEP+/ECA. Indiana is a governing member of Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers, an assessment consortium of 24 states working collaboratively to develop a common K-12 assessment system aligned to the CCSS in English and mathematics.

“It is an honor and a privilege for Indiana educators to be nominated and selected to help lead this work,” said Carlotta Cooprider, PARCC’s state implementation coordinator.

Each PARCC state is nominating and engaging a 24-member team to begin the development of a larger network of educators known as the Educator Leader Cadres.

Over a three-year period, these educator leaders will provide support throughout their states, assisting regional and district efforts through peerto-peer workshops and trainings to prepare teachers for the upcoming transitions.

Resident input wanted on infrastructure improvements – Westfield officials are beginning to gather input from residents on how funds from the proposed utility transfer to Citizens Energy Group could be directed to infrastructure improvements throughout the city. A survey has been posted on the city’s website, www.westfield.in.gov, and Facebook.

Signs, reminding residents to vote, are posted at the potential development sites, which include roundabouts at 156th Street and Spring Mill Road, 161st Street and Carey Road and 161st Street and Oak Ridge Road; Dog Park; Midland Trace Trail extension; Monon Trail extension; and neighborhood connector trails. “All of these projects are important to the City, and with the potential proceeds of the utility transfer, we will have the opportunity to accelerate our timeline,” said Westfield Mayor Andy Cook. “We want to hear from residents on what their priorities are – where should we start?” Of the funds received from the potential transfer ($91 million), nearly half will be earmarked for infrastructure improvements throughout the city.

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Electrician Kevin Mars of Shirley, Ind., was just going about his day Sept. 20 when he stumbled into the shock of his life. He had stopped for a bottle of water at a Ricker’s convenience store in Carmel when he purchased a Hoosier Lottery Scratch-off worth $1 million!

Mars scratched the ticket in his truck.

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As he claimed his prize money Sept. 21 at Hoosier Lottery Headquarters in Indianapolis, Mars talked about his intention to proceed cautiously and slowly. He doesn’t know exactly what he’s going to do with his winnings, but he is seeking advice and is certain of one thing he is not going to do. The 53-year-old electrician of 28 years is not going to quit working anytime soon.

“Once we come down out of the clouds, we’ll figure out what we want to do. We don’t want to jump into anything hastily,” said Mars. “I’m sure my lifestyle isn’t going to change. I’m not going to allow it.”

Mars purchased his Lucky Millionaire ticket at Ricker’s at 1850 E.151st St., Carmel.

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Westfield Washington Schools set three all-time best passing scores on the ISTEP+ exam. Those areas include third, fifth and sixth grade math.

Supt. Mark Keen explains the state of Westfield Washington Schools and where the district is headed

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com The achievement and rankings of Westfield Washington Schools is leaving other districts green with Shamrock envy. During his annual State of the Schools speech, last week, Supt.

Mark Keen summarized the events taking place within the classroom and across the district, as well as, what’s on the horizon for the growing school corporation.

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Percentage of students passing AP exams. This number is up 7 percent from 2011 and 23 percent from 2009.

All students taking AP courses are required to take AP exams.

The Awards

WWS was one of seven high-performing organizations (the only school corporation) named a recipient of the 2012 Awards for Excellence – Ohio's, Indiana's and West Virginia’s highest honor for performance excellence through innovation, improvement and visionary leadership.

All of the applicants were evaluated rigorously by an independent board of examiners in seven areas defined by the Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence: leadership; strategic planning, customer focus, measurement, analysis and knowledge management, workforce focus, operations focus and results.

Keen said the evaluation process for each of the recipients included about 1,000 hours of review and an on-site visit by a team of examiners to clarify questions and verify information in the applications.

The corporation was also selected as one of 12 leading-edge districts to share experiences, challenges and best practices for innovative uses of new media in K-12 education, as part of an initiative launched by the Consortium for School Networking. Keen said the award is for the use of technology within schools – not having but utilizing technology.

WWS is one of 16 districts from 13 states selected from over 50 applications to participate in the Closing the Gap: Turning Data into Action Community of Practice District Cohort.

“With Closing the Gap, schools are identified as doing a really good job using data from assessments. We find data very useful to use and adapt to instruction,” explained Keen. “WWS is the only district in the nation to be selected for both the Leading-Edge School District Cadre and the Closing the Gap CoP Cohort.”

Summer R.O.C.K.S.

This summer, 3,200 students participated in the district’s summer learning loss prevention program – twice the number of students in 2011. In all, Keen said this summer’s students completed 24,200 activities and teachers recognize a difference in preparedness levels.

“The program is helping our kids eliminate summer learning loss,” he stated. “Teachers are reporting kids are ready to go and ready to learn.”

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The district tied its all-time best passing scores in five areas of the ISTEP+ exam.

Those areas are third-, fourth-, sixthand eighth-grade language arts and fourthgrade math.

Supt. Mark Keen, second from right, reviews student data with Learning Systems team members Lynn Schemel, from left, Dave Mundy and Cindy Keever.

Photos provided by Tenna Pershing

Summer learning loss is a big problem teacher’s face each year. Keen said 25 percent of textbooks are review from the previous year – an equivalent of nine weeks of the school year. By removing the learning loss, teachers are able to skip ahead and provide more new instruction.

“In eight years that’s a year and a half worth of instruction without adding a minute to the day or a day in a year,” Keen said.

host 80 to 100 events. Besides school sports, Keen said the stadium could host club sports, youth sports, marching band events, concerts, and WHS’ graduation.

“These are community schools. We want the facility used year-round,” he said. “We’re calling it the community stadium not the high school stadium.”

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Keen is working on three items that would not only impact Westfield but other schools in Indiana.

1) A waiver to allow some blended courses.

Keen said the district is looking at providing some high school courses that would not meet every day or could be offered online.

“It’ll prepare kids for what they’ll see in college,” he said.

The potential change also frees up space within the building – one classroom can be used for two different classes so 50 students are utilizing one class instead of 25.

2) An exemption for high performing schools. Keen explained that the state DOE is really understaffed and cannot properly handle the paperwork and assessments of more than 300 state school districts. Along with a group of educators, Keen proposes that districts with a record of high performance should be relieved from a lot of mandates.

“They can concentrate on areas that need it,” he said of the IDOE. “Those that really exceed with the state standards get the reward to be left alone.”

3) State money for successful school districts.

Keen said districts receive money for students who fail ISTEP+ to provide additional instruction. While he is not in favor of merit pay, Keen believes high achieving districts should be rewarded for their performance to further enhance the classroom experience.

“Instead of concentrating on poor schools doing better let’s try to reward success,” he said.

The district has been campaigning for two to three years but now that business is beginning to pick back up the focus on building a new community stadium has renewed. The new stadium would be behind WHS, adjacent to the soccer field. Keen said the reasons for a new stadium include more capacity for events, a safer environment for parking and pedestrians, and provide better supervision of attendees.

WWS is looking at naming rights for the stadium, field and press box as it looks to build the stadium without taxpayer funds. Keen said if donations are made the new stadium could be playable in two years.

“If someone comes forward in the next 60 days with the right funds we could potentially have it built before the end of the season next fall,” he said, adding the stadium would not be completely finished but would include stands, lights and one locker room. “Funds on hand would take care of the initial work. Fundraising or sale of ground would complete the work.”

Keen said a new stadium is needed in order to sell ground where present stadium sits - 14.1 acres at U.S. 31 and Ind. 32. Funds from the sale of acreage must be spent on capital projects.

“It’s the hottest intersection in Hamilton County,” said Keen, adding the district has spoken to Grand Junction planning and developers.

Keen said the current football stadium hosts approximately 40 events each year. A new stadium, which would have minimal ongoing maintenance with a synthetic turf field, would

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U.S. News & World Report has ranked Westfield High School as seventh out of 353 public high schools in the state and received a silver medal for how well it prepares students for college-level work. “We are extremely proud of this national recognition,” said Supt. Mark Keen. “Our high school staff and students continue to raise the bar in student achievement. This recognition is also reflective of the hard work taking place throughout the district to prepare our students for high school and the opportunities beyond.”

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The same report ranked WHS as 933rd nationally out of the nearly 22,000 high schools in 49 states and the District of Columbia that were part of the study.

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The Class of 2012’s scores in math and critical reading, respectively, on the SAT. Both are all-time high records for WWS.

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Number of 4 Star Schools designated by the Department of Education. Schools include Westfield high, middle and intermediate schools and Maple Glen, Oak Trace and Shamrock Springs elementaries.

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Amount of perpupil spending on instruction in 2011. This amount is lower than the past four years – $5,648.66 (2010), $5,749.39 (2009), $5,929.09 (2008), and $5,648.51 (2007).

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War on Walley World It is our position that the war waged on super giant retailer Walmart, by Zionsville preservationists may be a lingering battle.

Recently, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. filed revised plans to build a smaller, more attractive store along Michigan Road, north of 106th Street on the Hamilton-Boone county line. The Zionsville Plan Commission is set to consider the proposal at its Oct. 15 meeting. However, aspiring Walmart Greeters, don’t put on your bright red vests just yet.

The fight has been going on for six years now and has spawned two lawsuits, one by Walmart claiming that there is no valid reason a store should not be built in the area.

While Zionsville is not immune to mega retailers with a host already doing business in the area, Village preservationists and local retailers have been dragging their feet for good reason. Perhaps the aberration is Walmart’s reputation for being a “small town killer,” putting smaller retailers out of business by using bulk purchasing to offer low prices on its goods and services.

Regardless of which side wins the war, here’s hoping that the Village of Zionsville remains a peaceful respite from generic strip malls and the mega-store grind. Let originality reign.

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A tailored fit

Commentary by Terry Anker

In visiting a new tailor recently to have a button repaired on a suit, the no doubt well-intentioned seamstress suggested ever-sopolitely that they offered a service that would narrow lapels and generally bring a “quality suit back into fashion.” It was one of those moments where one is both complimented and insulted. She has, albeit in a backhanded way, suggested that there must have been some good taste and desire for superior fabric and construction in me – even though it was hard to see behind lapels that one could only imagine must be reminiscent of Dumbo’s ears.

A suspicious nature might lead one to conclude that the purveyor was simply looking to enhance the revenue from a modest repair to a complex alteration. But after a look in the ubiquitous mirrors lining the walls of the establishment, it was clear, even to an aging eye, that she was more sympathetic than rapacious.

So after agreeing to the new cut, delivery

and some small talk, I returned to my day reminded that even as time marches on, the details of our lives – once finely honed and completely intentional – can begin to say something entirely different about us. From one perspective, there is a measure of success in that the suit still fits, that it was of such quality as to last for a span measured in decades and that the value based per wearing had exceeded all expectations. Yet from another’s take, it appeared tired, at best, quaint. The tailoring, while classic, seemed dated and nostalgic. Did it reflect the attitude of its wearer?

Like so many passing moments if we stop to consider them fully, we realize that the meaning may be greater than imagined. Is it time to look at the cut of our lives and perhaps adjust a little?

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

“The more you are willing to accept responsibility for your actions, the more credibility you will have”

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“My expectation is that if you want to be president, you have to work for everyone, not just for some.”

– President Barack Obama, during taping of “The Late Show” with David Letterman.

That comment by the commander in chief came in response to Republican challenger Mitt Romney’s comments at a private fundraiser. We found the president’s comments quite interesting, if not begging of certain questions. Such as: • Was the president thinking of everyone when he bailed out General Motors to save union jobs (one of his most important sources of financial support) while crushing bond holders, which, in effect, broke American bankruptcy laws?

• Was he thinking of everyone when he granted all the ObamaCare waivers to, among others, union members? (For a complete list of those abdications, go to: www.freerepublic.com/ focus/f-chat/2900475/posts.) In case you’re counting, the list now is up to 1,231 companies, give or take. According the Health and Human Services Dept., ObamaCare waivers excuse about 4 million people.

• Was he thinking of all entrepreneurs when he gave more than half a billion dollars of taxpayer money to Solyndra? Remember Solyndra, the solar-panel company? When government picks winners and losers, we know for whom the loser’s bell tolls. It’s we taxpayers.

The president was just lucky that the “journalist” involved in this exchange was David Letterman. But, let’s face it: Would the questioning have been any tougher had Andrea Mitchell of NBC had been the interviewer?

••• As Columbus Day is Monday, next week’s Current will be delivered to you this Saturday.

The U.S. Postal Service is closed Columbus Day, a day on which route-sorting takes place, so instead of delivering a day late, you’ll receive it three days early.

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

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Life-changing objects I've discovered Commentary by Danielle Wilson This has been a great year for me. Why? Three discoveries that have quite literally changed my life. And because I am a giving person, I’ll now share them with you, my fine friends.

Sperry Topsiders Yes, they are a bit expensive ($70) and yes, they can make already big feet look gi-normous (think clown shoes), but God bless them, these shoes will change your life.

When my dogs hurt, I get cranky, see, and when I get cranky, ain’t nobody happy. But I often want something a little dressier than my black and pink Sauconys. Enter the Sperry Intrepid. These leather and mesh topsiders are like baby kisses for your feet, with just enough support to make crisscrossing Kings Island or hiking a shale mountain perfectly enjoyable. Plus, they’re stylish. You’ll look like you just stepped off your yacht, even in Indiana. Get them wet, leave them on a beach, accidentally run over them in your van . . . no problem! They’ll beg for more and look good doing it. Simply amazing footwear.

Wireless Headphones Admittedly, I have control issues, particularly when it comes to bedtime. I demand complete darkness, silence except for my sound machine, and a room temperature that would make polar bears shiver.

My husband, Doo, as cruel Fate would have it, must watch television to fall asleep, breaking two of my carefully constructed sleep “requirements.” I can combat the light by wearing a

mask and burrowing under two pillows but can never completely drown out the sound. I can’t tell you how many fights this has caused. Until . . . wireless headphones! They have changed my life! Now Doo can watch whatever he wants for however long, and I can’t hear a stinking thing.

I get to sleep and he gets to veg. It’s a win-win, and for $37, far cheaper than counseling.

The Effect of ADHD in the Marriage Another miracle available for purchase and cheaper than a shrink is this book. Even if you or your spouse does not have ADHD, it will change your life. “The Effect of ADHD” is basically an inside look at how opposite personalities can create strong relationships but can also cause tons of problems. When my husband and I read through it this summer, we kept saying “That’s us!” or “That sounds exactly like your brother!” You will relate to almost every scenario and situation presented, if not in your own household, in those of your friends and family.

And though the author doesn’t give answers, she offers techniques for resolving differences effectively and for celebrating even the most annoying habits (watching television in bed).

Again, you’re welcome. Peace out.

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

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In order to keep the residents of Westfield fully informed, the City of Westfield will hold four public meetings detailing the potential transfer of the City’s water and wastewater utility to Citizens Energy Group.

Please join us at one of the locations below and learn about this exciting opportunity for the City of Westfield and its residents.

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Red all over: Observations on hair color Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Last week my wife and I watched a TV program highlighting the most popular television shows of all time. Mary Ellen was delighted when Barbara Walters announced that their poll revealed I Love Lucy was ranked No. 1. “Everyone loves a redhead,” my wife proclaimed.

Mary Ellen is very fair and objective. It probably didn’t even dawn on her at that moment that she is a redhead. Out of sight, out of mind.

Does everyone really love redheads? In my research, I discovered that just three weeks ago, there was the Red Head Convention in County Cork, Ireland, where almost a thousand natural redheads redgistered (yes, that’s how they spelled it) to be part of the festivities. Activities included carrot tossing and red pepper juggling.

If you were not athletically inclined, you could bring home the MFPSI award: Most Freckles Per Square Inch. How do you train for that?

The convention was not all fun and games.

Redheads face some serious issues; experiments done at the University of Louisville a few years ago showed that it takes 20 percent more anesthesia to knock out a redhead in the dentist’s office. My wife is already a knock-out, so this doesn’t apply to her.

Researchers hooked electrodes to brunettes and redheads so they could shock them with a gradually increasing intensity, at the same time upping the amount of anesthesia they requested to ease

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the pain. This experiment, which I thought had been outlawed by some international treaty after WWII, apparently proved that redheads are either total wimps or are smart enough to quickly say: “Hey, knock it off, or I’ll remove these wires and wrap them around your neck.”

I didn’t show my wife the article because I wanted to do a little independent study, myself.

My friend’s wife is a brunette, so we both spent a few weeks doing extensive personal research and then compared notes.

According to our observations, a man with a red-headed wife (that would be me)…

1. Requires a 100 percent more expensive restaurant to get out of the dog house.

2. Will tell 100 percent fewer jokes about people with freckles.

3. Will spend 100 percent more time saying to clerks at Christmas time: “My wife can’t wear that color.”

4. If he’s smart, is 100 percent less likely to use the word “fiery” in front of her when she gets angry.

5. Is 100 percent more likely to hear his wife say: “I think we’ve been out in the sun long enough.”

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Carmel: Carmel Pedals Tour de Thursdays – CarmelPedals Tour de Thursdays, “Carmel’s casual bike ride,” is fun, easy and friendly. The group meets every Thursday evening and rides 10 mph for 10 miles. The event is a great way to see Carmel and meet new friends. Loaner bikes are available. For more information, visit the group’s Facebook page, Carmel Pedals.

(Above) Loren Schmierer, owner of Stonycreek Farm. (Left) One of the many activities available at Stonycreek is the Pumpkin Train. (Submitted photos)

Stonycreek Farm celebrates 40th Pumpkin Harvest Festival

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com What began as a small pumpkin patch in 1972 has grown into a full-service nursery and landscaping business. Harvest season is now celebrated each year on the 1860’s Stonycreek Farm, 11366 Ind. 38 East, Noblesville. This year marks the 40th Annual Stonycreek Farm Pumpkin Harvest Festival which runs now to Oct. 31.

“We now have third generation families picking their own pumpkins.

We take great pride in seeing children find their first pumpkin in our fields,” says Loren Schmierer, owner of Stonycreek Farm.

The 40th anniversary marks a first in Stonycreek history. Because of this summer’s drought, Stonycreek Farm has germinated pumpkins in greenhouses in preparation for the annual event. The seedlings were then planted in the field and maintained with a water truck. Thanks to a proactive germination program, the farm hopes to yield 50,000 pumpkins despite extreme drought conditions.

Pumpkins aren’t the only attraction at the festival.

Once again, the zip line is expected to be a crowd pleaser. The cost is $15 per person for anyone age 10 and up who weighs between 90 pounds and 250 pounds. In honor of the anniversary, those turning 40 years old during the month of September or October get a free zip line ride (with valid ID). The zip line sails across the Christmas tree field, over a pond and gives riders a spectacular view of the hayride wagons heading out to the field. The ride is approximately 400 feet long and is 40 feet high in some places.

The festival includes entertainment for “kids” ages 8-80. Have you ever wondered what a grain grinder looks like? A new educational program will feature antique farm equipment where visitors can learn about the use of various vintage farm equipment. Other highlights include hayrides to the pumpkin patch, a haunted house, the gourd sling shot, corn cob cannon, Kiddiepillar (inflatable), candle making, farm animals, and more. Kids can take pony rides and talk with a blacksmith, as well as jump in a giant straw mound and play at the playground. Most activi14 | October 2, 2012

Stonycreek's zip line is 400 feet long. ties have a nominal fee.

If you get hungry or thirsty, the Country Market is open daily.

Smoked ribs, turkey legs, pulled pork, and Kettle Corn are sold on the weekends. Mums and fall decorations are available for sale in the greenhouse.

During the peak weekends of the Pumpkin Harvest Festival, organizers said more than 2,000 people a day attend. The festival is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Private party sites are available during the evening from 6 to 11 p.m. Parking is $5 per car on Saturday and Sunday and there is no fee Monday to Friday.

For more event updates and information, visit www.stonycreekfarm. net.

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Fishers: 8th Annual Fishers Renaissance Faire – Head out to Saxony (136th Street and Olio Road) this Saturday and Sunday for the 8th Annual Fishers Renaissance Faire. Contestants from History Channel’s “Full Metal Jousting” and the show’s host are set to clash in the weekend’s jousts. The twoday event also features food, games, music and more. Tickets for ages 13 and up cost $10. For kids ages five to 12-years-old, expect to pay $5.

Kids younger than five-years-old get in for free.

For more information, visit fishersrenfaire.com.

Noblesville: First Friday Fall Festival – Noblesville Main Street annual First Friday Fall Festival will have fun for all ages with hayrides, ghostly cemetery tours, art vendors and wine/ beer tasting. The festival will also follow the Noblesville High School homecoming parade, and many of the downtown merchants will have their windows painted in Miller Spirit for homecoming. The event is free but $2 tickets for the hayride and cemetery tour will be available for purchase. For more information, call 776-0205.

Westfield: Pictures in the Park – Friends of Westfield Bark Park at Quaker Park will host “Pictures in the Park” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday. Bring your two and four-legged family members for a fun-filled afternoon in the park. Activities will include a local photographer offering opportunities to capture your 2012 family holiday photo and other local pet-friendly vendors with early holiday gifts for sale. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.westfield.in.gov.

Zionsville: Annual ZFD Pancake Day – The Zionsville Fire Dept. invites the public to its annual pancake breakfast from 6 to 11 a.m. at Station 91, 100 N. Ford Rd. There will be pancakes and pancake toppings, sausage, face painting, sparky the fire dog and an old fashioned bake sale. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children. For more information, e-mail jkvangorder@zionsvillefire.com. www.currentinwestfield.com

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“Chicago” • A show featuring everything that makes Broadway great: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz • Tuesday to Saturday – 8 p.m., Wednesday – 1 p.m., Sunday – 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. • Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • $37 to $60, includes dinner buffet • 872-9664

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Apple Store at Conner Prairie • The Apple Store is the place for all things apple. Shop tasty treats including hand-dipped caramel apples, cider slushies, apple donuts, pies, seasonal gift items and bagyour-own local apples. • 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Free admission • www.connerprairie.org Ben Folds Five • The alternative rock trio formed in 1993 in Chapel Hill, N.C. but struck it big with 1997’s Whatever and Ever Amen and the hit song, “Brick.” • 7:30 p.m. • Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, Indianapolis • $27.50-$75 • wwwlivenation.com

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“Critters” • Come and view the latest exhibit by the Hamilton County Artists’ Association. • 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. • The Birdie Gallery, 195 S. Fifth St., Noblesville • Free admission • 776-2278

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Amy Grant • The Contemporary Christian artist was the first to have a platinum record, have a No. 1 hit on the pop charts and perform at the Grammys.

Grant has 14 studio albums and four holiday records which have won her six Grammy Awards and 25 Gospel Music Association Dove Awards. • 8 p.m.

• The Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel • $23-$123 • 843-3800

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“State of the Union” • The 1946 Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a delightfully fresh satire on America’s favorite pastime – politics. The play is the ultimate Washington power struggle about political ambition, moral principles and romantic intrigue. • Friday and Saturday – 8 p.m., Sunday – 2 p.m. • Belfry Theatre, 10690 Greenfield Ave., Noblesville • $15 for adults, $12 for children 12 and younger • 773-1085 “Battleship” • New ClasSATURDAY sics at Forest Park will show this summer’s blockbuster, “Battleship” – a military science fiction naval war film loosely based on the classic board game. The film stars Taylor Kitsch, Liam Neeson, Alexander Skarsgard, Rihanna and Brooklyn Decker. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. • 8 p.m. • Forest Park Shelter No. 1, Noblesville • Free admission America • The folk-rock band’s success stretched throughout the 1970s and their best-known tunes include “A Horse with No Name,” “Ventura Highway,” “Tin Man,” “Lonely People,” “I Need You” and “Sister Golden Hair.” • 8 p.m. • The Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel • $58-$113 • 843-3800

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Carmel Farmers Market • One of the largest markets in Indiana, the market features more than 60 local vendors. • 8 to 11:30 a.m. • Carmel Farmers Market, 1 Center Green, Carmel • Free admission • 710-0162 Anthology: Repertoire by Request • Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre’s vast repertoire of more than 150 dance works include pieces of joy, sorrow, energy and subtlety. Patrons have the opportunity to vote on which dance pieces and excerpts of dances they most like to see. • 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday • The Tarkington, 3 Center Green, Carmel • $38.50 for adults, $33.50 for seniors and students • 843-3800

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Noblesville Farmers Market • Shop local. Pick up farm-fresh produce, vegetables and much more. • 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Riverview Hospital Overflow Parking Lot, Ind. 19 and Ind. 38, Noblesville • Free admission • 776-0205 To submit your event for future editions, please e-mail editorial@youarecurrent.com.

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‘All that jazz’ and more at Beef & Boards Commentary by Hope Baugh “Chicago” is perhaps a steamier show than Beef and Boards audiences are used to. The costumes are skimpier, the language more raw.

However, the quality of dancing and singing is some of the best I’ve ever experienced there.

And it is, after all, a show about murderesses fighting for the media spotlight during Prohibition.

Deb Wims plays Roxie Hart, a bored housewife who kills her unfaithful lover in a jealous rage. Marisa Rivera plays Velma Kelly, a glamorous burlesque performer who catches her boyfriend in bed with her co-star sister and kills them both. Roxie and Velma meet in prison, where they fight over handsome, hot shot lawyer Billy Flynn (Curt Dale Clark.) He sings that all he “cares about is love” but really all he cares about is his $5,000 fee.

If all this sounds tawdry, it is. You don’t go to this show to find role models. It is also sexy and scandalous. I grinned the whole time, though, because this show both titillates and pokes fun at titillation.

I also grinned because even the “smaller” performances are treats. Alene Robertson as corrupt prison matron Momma Morton, M. J. Austin as flighty reporter Mary Sunshine, and Eddie Curry as cellophane husband Amos Hart, all make their famous roles their own in delightful ways. The ensemble of nine back-up singers-

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dancers is solidly attractive and talented, too.

And those skimpy costumes I mentioned earlier?

Gorgeous. (Designed by Kurt Alger.)

I wouldn’t take children to this show but it is definitely a swell night out for adults who are looking for a bit of high quality sizzle “and all that jazz.”

“Chicago” continues at Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre through Sunday.

Hope Baugh writes about local theater here and on indytheatrehabit.com. Contact her at amarylliswriter@gmail.com or by tweeting @IndyTheatre.

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Dining Greg Sage, manager, Ocean Prime Where do you like to dine?

Late Harvest Kitchen What do you like to eat there? Their menu is constantly changing, but everything they serve is phenomenal.

What do you like about Late Harvest Kitchen? I really like the revolving menu, but they also have a great cocktail list.

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Michaelangelo’s Italian Bistro The Scoop: “Welcome to Italy!” That may be an appropriate greeting for Michaelangelo’s.

Michaelangelo’s is an elegant restaurant where tradition and atmosphere meet to create an unforgettable experience. A menu filled with traditional Italian favorites will be on hand to give diners an authentic taste of Italy. You’ll want to check out the appetizers, salads, and pizza that are staples of Michaelangelo’s. Don’t forget to have a look at the wine list.

Type of food: Italian cuisine Price of Entrees: $9.99-$13.99 Specialty: Pasta Food Recommendation: Lemon Caper Salmon Wine Recommendation: Redwood Creek Chardonnay Reservations: Not Accepted Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Location: 550 Westfield Rd., Noblesville Phone: 773-6066 Website: www.michaelangelosbistro.com

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Don't fear your sweet tooth

Almost everyone I know has a sweet tooth, but these same people want to eat a more healthy diet. For some people, the scariest part of starting off on a new, healthier way of eating is the idea of giving up their favorite sweet treats -- forever! So let’s rethink the idea that all candy is bad for you.

Jean Lawrence writes on MedecineNet.com, “Don’t despair. Sweets can be part of a healthy, lifelong eating pattern. But for the least harm and -- don’t forget this -- the fullest enjoyment, they should be eaten in moderation. That means in small amounts or only a couple of times a week”. Since tailgating for football is generally only once a week, we can eat candy at our tailgate party. Now here’s even better news for chocolate lovers, Everyday Health’s Stephanie Sy tells us that a recent study finds that dark chocolate is actually good for your heart. So don’t be afraid to make everyone happy by serving them candy.

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See classic Hollywood musicals in the Palladium editorial@youarecurrent.com Heartland Truly Moving Pictures and the Michael Feinstein Great American Songbook Initiative are partnering for a new film series launching Nov. 15.

The Great American Songbook Movie Series will bring classic Truly Moving Picture Awardwinning movies to the big screen on the stage of the Palladium concert hall. In addition to movies, select screenings will include guest speakers, plus opportunities to explore music and memorabilia from the Initiative’s archives and upcoming gallery exhibits. The pre- and post-movie events will demonstrate the ties between classic movies and the American songbook.

The movie series will include: • Nov. 15 (7:30 p.m.): “White Christmas” (1954) • Nov. 16 (2 p.m.): “The Sound of Music” (1965)

• Friday, Nov. 16 (7:30 p.m.): “An American in Paris” (1951) • Nov. 17 (10:30 a.m.): “The Wizard of Oz” (1939) • Nov. 30 (7:30 p.m.): “The Music Man” (1962) • Dec. 14 (7:30 p.m.): “Mary Poppins” (1964) • Jan. 11 (7:30 p.m.): “Alexander’s Ragtime Band” (1938) • Feb. 1 (7:30 p.m.): “Kiss Me Kate” (1953) • March 29 (7:30 p.m.): “Singin’ in the Rain” (1952) Single tickets for The Great American Songbook Movie Series, presented by Printing Partners, are $7.50 and are available for purchase online at www.TheCenterPresents.org, in person at the Palladium box office or by calling 8433800. All seats are general admission. For more information visit www.TrulyMovingPictures.org or www.FeinsteinInitiative.org.

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Wellness Younger adults seeking new answers for joint pain

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Commentary by R. Michael Meneghini, MD Hip and knee replacement surgery has traditionally been associated with older adults – those beyond age 65. Today, however, people in their 50s and even 40s are considering joint replacement surgery to relieve pain so they can stay active, continue their favorite activities and maintain their quality of life.

To serve this emerging younger population, extensive research is ongoing to design cuttingedge orthopedic implants that are durable, have improved bearing services and that will minimize risks and side effects. On the surgical side, techniques such as navigation technology, which monitors the position and alignment of the implant in relation to the patient’s anatomy, achieve improved mobility and range of motion for patients. Today, some 90 percent of knee replacements are expected to last 20 years or more. And, although hip and knee replacements are arguably two of the most successful surgeries in medicine, they are still invasive procedures accompanied by risks.

For people of all ages, the best ways to prevent degenerative joint disease and the need for joint replacement surgery is to stay physically fit and to maintain a healthy weight. Excessive weight puts undue pressure on the joints,

causing degeneration. However, if joint pain and discomfort are already an issue, seek out a reputable orthopedic surgeon and schedule a consultation. (I discourage patients from using the internet as a resource, as it contains a lot of inaccurate and misleading information. Consult with a qualified and experienced orthopedic specialist instead.)

After taking a complete medical history, the surgeon will perform an exam and order x-rays of the affected joints for evaluation. The x-rays will show the extent of cartilage loss and help determine whether joint replacement surgery is an immediate remedy or an option that should be considered down the road. The surgeon will also discuss how the joint pain impacts quality of life. In nearly all cases, orthopedic specialists will try non-operative treatments first – medication, injections and/or physical therapy. When warranted, hip and knee replacement surgery helps patients return to the activities and lifestyles they enjoy.

R. Michael Meneghini, MD, specializes in orthopedic surgery.

He is a guest columnist located at IU Health Physicians Orthopedics & Sports Medicine – Saxony, 13100 E. 136th St., Ste. 2000, in Fishers. He can be reached by calling the office at 688-5980.

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• Today – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hamilton Southeastern High School, 13910 E. 126th St., Fishers • Oct. 5 – 2 to 5 p.m., Elite Chiropractic, 9840 N. Michigan Rd., Carmel • Oct. 6 – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Elks Lodge No. 576, 35 S. Ninth St., Noblesville • Oct. 7 – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fishers Knights of Columbus at St. Louis de Montfort, 11441 Hague Rd., Fishers • Oct. 9 – 2 to 6 p.m., Riverview Hospital, 395 Westfield Rd., Noblesville • Oct. 11 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Meridian Plaza, 13674 N. Meridian St., Carmel • Oct. 13 – 8 to 11 a.m., Parking lot next to Riverview Hospital, 395 Westfield Rd., Noblesville • Oct. 14 – 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 10655 Haverstick Rd. East, Carmel • Oct. 17 – 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Pulte Homes – Villages of West Clay, Haverford Rd., Carmel

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Killing flies and taking names Commentary by David Cain

I find flies especially irritating. Like a friendly dog that wants to explore you entirely, they are the great intruder of personal space. Unlike the friendly dog however, the fly gets into all kinds of unsavory places and in my mind the fly is indelibly linked to and a symbol of all things dirty. Only the roach comes to mind as nastier than the fly, an overreaction I’m sure.

As summer draws to a close, my outdoor activities have increased allowing the fly to take his rightful seat at the throne as king of irritations.

Again, I completely understand that I’m on the verge of being considered a germ freak, but the fly is an irritating fellow. You can swat and swipe at them and they still find a way to land on your food or the rim of your drink again and again.

Efforts to ignore them go unfulfilled. And, even if you don’t share my opinion of their nastiness, most would agree they are irritating. The proof, most people kill them.

For me, the fly also represents a business analogy. This seemingly inconsequential little guy, so tiny you’d like to ignore him, can spoil a party.

Consider a cookout. Lots of people, drinks, fun,

kids running about, laughter and smiles. There he sits, the fly with a dozen buddies crawling all over the food and drinks while people talk.

You shoo him. He lands on someone’s forehead.

You shoo him again, he moves to your arm then to your drink then to your plate. The fly is a relentless, determined spoiler. He always wants to disrupt your party, mildly irritate people, and he’s only interested in himself.

Little things can ruin the entire experience.

It takes a lot of work to prevent the little irritations in the daily experience of your customers, too. It’s a lot of work to get rid of the flies in your business. I am consistently on the lookout for flies. I’m the flyswatter or at least the fly spotter. Always working to prevent having flies, spot them quickly when they enter the scene, and immediately escort them out of our business party. After all, too many flies are a signal that something must be rotten.

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Gift-giving can be tricky Commentary by Tracy Line

My husband is quite the gift giver. Over the years, I’ve been surprised with theater tickets, jewelry, a trip to San Francisco and even a new car for our anniversary.

Me? Not so much. I’m practical and too much of a worrier to surprise anyone with anything. So, frankly, I owed him. This year, I went all out. The gift I gave? Wonderful. My delivery, though, was not.

Of course my gift was a vacation – a hunting trip for him and a friend. But first, I had to figure out how to give it. Since I stink at this, I simply put the trip information in a card.

To be tricky, I gave it to him a week before our anniversary. To lure him home from work that evening I texted him and said I needed to talk about something important. He then called me, but I panicked and didn’t answer the call. I texted back to say I could only talk in person.

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house eyes wide open, concern on his face and a torn shirt. Confused, I asked about the shirt. Apparently my words led him to a panic so his shirt caught on the door as he rushed out. Visions of a car wreck or diagnosis of terminal illness had filled his brain. Oops. I guess writing “we need to talk” via text is not the right way to give a gift.

We sat on the patio, him settling his mind and me dying for him to open the card. All the while our kids are making faces through the windows. I felt horrible and was stifling laughter at the same time.

The good news? He recovered and loved the gift. Me? Well, if anything ever did happen, I know my husband would be there in a heartbeat, torn shirt and all.

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Jerky treats (and others) still making dogs ill Commentary by John Mikesell I thought it would be a good idea to give everyone some information on some of the jerky treats imported from China that are associated with the problem. They go by a number of names, including tender’s strips, chips, wraps, twists and more. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and American Veterinary Association (AVMA) first issued warnings about these treats in September 2007, saying that more than 70 complaints had been received, involving 95 dogs who experienced illnesses that owners suspected were linked to these treats.

The FDA issued another warning in December 2008 and again in November 2011 after reports increased. By 2012, over 1,300 complaints had been received, including reports that dogs had died. The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association also began receiving reports of illness in 2011.

MSNBC reported in March 2012 that internal FDA documents it obtained showed the brands of chicken jerky most often cited in priority 1 cases (those the FDA considers most reliable) are Waggin’ Train, Canyon Creek Ranch and Milo’s Kitchen.

Recently, other dried treats imported from China became suspect as well, including duck jerky and dehydrated sweet potato treats.

All of these treats have been associated with a type of kidney failure in dogs called acquired Fanconi syndrome. Recovery can take up to six months, and some dogs have died or been left with chronic kidney disease. Affected dogs may show any or all of the following signs.

• Decreased appetite • Lethargy • Vomiting and diarrhea, sometimes with blood • Increased drinking and urination • Blood tests may show increased creatinine and BUN (signs of kidney failure), low

potassium, mildly increased liver enzymes, and acidosis.

• Glucose and granular cast may be found in urine.

If your dog experiences any of these symptoms after eating treats imported from China, stop feeding it the treats immediately. If signs are severe or persist for more than 24 hours, take your dog to the vet for tests and treatment.

Save the bag of treats in case they are needed for testing in the future. You and your vet should file a report with the FDA. According to the FDA Web site, “To date, scientists have not been able to determine a definitive cause for the reported illnesses” For More Information: www.fda.gov/Animal Veterinary/SafetyHealth/ProductSafetyinformation/ucm295445.htm John Mikesell, owner of Izzy’s Place, A dog Bakery in Carmel, can be reached at john.mikesell@att.net.

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Did I really just hear the furnace kick on?

This is far too early and far too soon. It is time for some serious “warming up” and “cozying up” of spaces!

Cozy and warm are meant in both an emotional and physical sense. A home that is so inviting that people want to put their feet up on an ottoman and stay is a truly comfortable home. A room that is armed with interlined window treatments, rich throws, and a blazing fireplace IS warmer and cozier!

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While the feeling of cozy can be quite individual, there are some elements that seem to be universal.

Clusters of furniture create a sense of togetherness, while furniture that is anchored to the walls engenders a feeling that the center of the room is just an open pit.

Physical comfort plays a definite roll in “cozy.” Furniture that does not fit the body can break the feeling of safety and comfort. The height and size of a person and the dimensions of a chair or couch do make a difference.

Lighting has an emotional impact on the

cozy factor, as well. Dimmers are the first step to warming up a space. Florescent and LED lighting tends to be cold so a bulb that offers warmer lighting is key. Lighting a room with fire in a fireplace is the definition of cozy. Even if you don’t have a fireplace in your cozy space, add candlelight! The flickering of candles reflects intimacy and warmth.

Throws can’t be too thick or too plentiful. A rich, Merino wool is all the invitation I need for a toasty evening all curled up!

Natural and rustic materials often evoke a sense of comfort, whether that means aromatic scents in the air, leather lamps or wood accessories on tabletops.

Cozy and comfortable can be as simple as having upholstered or cushioned chairs in the dining room if you want people to linger after a meal. It can also be as simple as a chaise in a bedroom that is away from drafts, loud noises and the world.

You know that a room has achieved “cozy” when you feel the urge to sit down, slip off your shoes, curl up and let the thermometer drop!

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ORIGINAL KITCHEN: This home is located in the South Harbour subdivision in Noblesville and was built in 1973. The current owner has lived there for 25 years and is the second owner.

REASONS FOR REMODELING: Why remodel?

“I always wanted a bigger kitchen. There was so much wasted space in the dining room, and the kitchen was smaller than those in most people’s apartments. It was a galley kitchen with little counter space and a huge pantry. There was no room for anything else. The builder must have felt that the large pantry meant there was no need for any other kitchen space! I had new cabinets, flooring and appliances installed in 2003 but it really did not help with the space issue. I decided I was going to stay here, as I like the neighborhood and the water, so it was time to expand the kitchen.”

DESIGN PROCESS: The owner went through a detailed design phase looking at several design schemes over the course of 5 weeks. “The goal of the remodel was better use of space.”

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FAVORITE FEATURES: The owner commented on her favorite features. “The peninsula and the wall of cabinets are my favorite parts of the remodel. The red pendants give me the splash of color I wanted against the black and white cabinets. The small island gives me room to the unload groceries and to place food when I have parties. Before, there was no space for me to entertain in my kitchen.”

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Automotive service and repair Our variable labor rates insure affordability on all makes and models.

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Guitar Lessons

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SUPER SALE Gowns for Less

Costumes: $25.

New and Vintage gowns from $99 Donations of gowns — tax deductible Proceeds donated to local charities

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Westfield Washington Schools is seeking drivers for permanent-substitute positions with advancement to permanent route driver as the routes become available.

• Training is provided if not already CDL licensed.

• Health and other benefits available upon becoming a permanent/sub driver.

Call Westfield Washington Schools Transportation Department 317-867-8040 or 317-867-8041

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For prompt and confidential consideration, qualified candidates should fax or email their resume, including salary history to: Peg Weir by fax: 317-338-6612 or e-mail: pweir@priorityphysicianspc.com No phone calls or walk-ins will be considered for employment. EOE

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Painting Lessons

Oil, acrylic and water color. Beginners or advanced. Easy to learn, you paint what you like. Many years in teaching in Chicago area and Carmel. Starting in Oct. Morning classes, some Saturday and future evening classes.

Fun, relaxing and creative.

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Childcare

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

The Carmel Clay Schools Transportation Department is currently seeking Bus Drivers.

May earn up to $99 a day for existing Class B, CDL with school bus endorsement and school bus driver experience Paid training program to obtain a Class B, CDL for those without a Class B, CDL Upon successful completion of training may earn $94 a day with no experience No benefits available but may earn an attendance bonus & voluntary retirement program School Bus Drivers will work an average of 4 hours per day running morning and afternoon routes. Drivers must be able to pass criminal history background check, as well as pass a BMV records check. Apply on-line to www.ccs.k12.in.us AA/EOE

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Janitors WAnted

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Front Desk Servers Housekeeping Line Cook Maintenance Technician Apply in Person!

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Line Cooks: Day/Night Part time and Full Time Apply in person: Mon-Thursday2:30 to 4:00 Dooley O’Tooles 160 E Carmel Drive

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CASH FOR CARS

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AUCTION

Skip’s Auctions Gallery Every Thursday Night 6 p.m.

Auction Zip #26565 14000 St. Rd. 32E, Noblesville, IN 765.606.6001 Always accepting clean consignments.

WINTER AND CHRISTMAS ITEMS Plus older furniture items and ski ball, aire hockey Friday Oct 5 and Sat. Oct 6.

11813 Somerset Way E. Carmel, In 46033

LIQUIDATION SALE

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All Upscale items, priced below cost.

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13301 Ditch Rd. Carmel Oct 4, 5, & 6th Thurs - Sat: 8- 5 Furniture, tools, Foozball, Air Hockey, Pool table, Christmas decorations, speakers, amplifiers, all kinds of chairs/ bar/stools

Waterstone Neighborhood Wide Garage Sale Tons of homes participate. Make sure you get to all four neighborhoods! Designer clothing, furniture, housewares, kids stuff, and incredible deals!

This sale is too good to miss!

Waterstone is east of Gray Road between 116th and 126th Entrances to neighborhood are at 116th, 126th, and Gray Road Includes: Bayhill, Brookfield,Stonewick, and Windpointe October 5 & 6th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily

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Servicing Hamilton County. Must have reliable transportation.

Call Jonathan 656-7045

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Coldwell Banker Kaiser is located in Carmel. We are now hiring full time residential real estate sales professionals.

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You: Head to toe – a Women’s Wellness event

You can’t take on the world without taking care of yourself.

Join the physicians of IU Health North Hospital during a day dedicated to women’s health.

Learn about topics that interest you, including breast and heart health, cancer, cosmetic surgery, nutrition and more. You can also receive health screenings. Admission is free.

saturday, october 6 8:30 am to noon IU Health North Hospital – Learning Center and K130 11700 North Meridian St., Carmel

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