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Ed Carpenter Racing plans move to Westfield
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Ed Carpenter Racing announced July 15 plans to move its corporate headquarters from Indianapolis to Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield. The new headquarters will serve as the first major project under the City of Westfield’s Grand Park District master plan.
ECR will build a 76,000-square-foot state-of-the-art engineering facility, office and retail space; a public viewing area into the team’s operations; a full-service merchandise store; and an on-site Java House café. According to a news release, the headquarter’s design will be inviting and interactive to introduce the team and the NTT IndyCar Series to a new group of fans.
Founded in November 2011, ECR is in its 14th season of NTT IndyCar Series competition. The team’s ownership group is made up of four Indiana businessmen — Ed Carpenter, Ted Gelov, Tony George and Stuart Reed. Gelov, owner of Heartland Food Products Group, joined the team prior to the 2025 season. Heartland FPG also is headquartered in Hamilton County and is best known for its consumer brands Splenda and Java House Coffee.
“Establishing ECR’s permanent home at Grand Park is a defining moment for our organization,” Gelov stated. “This new headquarters will not only serve as the foundation for our racing operations and technical development, but also as a place where fans can truly connect with our team, our partners and the sport of INDYCAR. As a longtime Hamilton County resident and business owner, I’m proud to invest in this community and help bring a new level of energy, innovation, and opportunity to Westfield.”
ECR competes full-time in the IndyCar Series with drivers Alexander Rossi and Christian Rasmussen. Carpenter drives each May to round out the team’s three-car lineup in the Indianapolis 500.
“We are very excited about this project and how it will impact the growth of ECR into the future,” Carpenter stated. “The
opportunity to build a world-class facility within Grand Park was something we could not pass up. The demographic of Grand Park and its annual visitors is not only a great opportunity for our team to reach new fans, but also a great opportunity for INDYCAR itself as we continue to capitalize on the current momentum of our sport. We are very focused on building a unique and best-in-class facility that will support our team and also showcase our brand to visitors each and every day.”
The new headquarters will be located at the current site of the D-1 field, south of the Grand Park Event Center on the west side of Grand Park Boulevard. As part of the planning, the D-1 field will be relocated to the northeast corner of 186th Street and Grand Park Boulevard.
“ECR’s decision to relocate and expand at Grand Park is a major milestone for our city and a testament to the strength of our vision for Grand Park’s future,” Mayor Scott Willis stated. “This project brings new opportunities for our residents, visitors and local economy. With the addition of another professional sports team, this further solidifies Grand Park as a premier destination for sports and innovation. We are excited to welcome ECR to our community.”
The project also will include construction of the first city-funded parking garage at Grand Park, enhancing access and con-
venience for visitors and setting the stage for future developments within the master plan.
“ECR’s new headquarters is the first of many projects that will shape (the) Grand Park District,” stated Ersal Ozdemir, founder and owner of Keystone Group, which operates Grand Park through Grand Park Sports & Entertainment, LLC , a joint venture of Bullpen Tournaments, Indy Sports and Entertainment and Keystone Realty Group. “As the master developer of the district, Keystone is proud to lead the transformation of one of the nation’s most visited sports destinations into a true livework-play-and-stay place. By delivering what we do best, transformative multifamily, office, hospitality and retail developments we’re creating a vibrant and lasting destination in partnership with the City of Westfield’s visionary leadership.”
Westfield Economic Development Director Jenell Fairman said ECR will complement the sports innovation district identity the City of Westfield envisions for Grand Park.
“Exposing amateur and youth sports competitors and leaders to a professional racing organization will be a catalyst for sports technology advancement in the Grand Park District,” she stated.
Construction on the new headquarters is expected to begin early 2026, with project completion anticipated by early 2027.
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The Ed Carpenter Racing team at the 2025 Indianapolis 500. (Photo courtesy of ECR)
Inspection OK’d for roundabout
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The Westfield Board of Public Works and Safety recently approved a contract with A&F Engineering Co., LLC, of Indianapolis, to perform construction inspection and management services for a roundabout planned at Old 146th Street and Towne Road.
ROADS
The roundabout will support the Towne Run project — a development to include Lifetime Fitness, retail and commercial properties. Lifetime Fitness broke ground July 8.
Westfield City Engineer Michael Pearce said the $169,490 contract with A&F will be supplemented with work from the city’s in-house inspectors.
“We’ll have one or two of our own inspectors on that project for the day-to-day work,” he said. “What we’re hiring out through this contract is for A&F to provide a construction manager or project representative onsite to manage the project from a high level.”
A&F will provide inspection services on an as-needed basis and to mentor city staff when available.
Members of the board asked for clarity on using A&F Engineering Co., LLC as a construction manager because of their involvement in the design portion of the project.
“There are projects where that works out really well and there are other instances where we want to see a different firm to kind of hold the designer accountable,” Westfield Director of Public Works Jonathon Nail said. “We’ve done it both ways. I think both strategies can work depending on the project. With this one in particular, we felt really good about A&F coming in to do kind of the higher-level management.”
Nail also said the contract is not to exceed the amount approved.
“So, if there’s less effort from A&F needed because our in-house inspection team is able to accomplish more on site, then we pay less money,” he said.
The $3 million project is expected to begin later this summer and last approximately 120 days.
The LIV Golf information booth at Westfield Rocks the 4th July 4 at Grand Park. (Photo courtesy of City of Westfield)
Events planned ahead of LIV Golf tournament in Westfield
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The City of Westfield and LIV Golf have teamed to form a local organizing committee to host a series of events to engage the community leading up to the LIV Golf season-finale tournament at The Club at Chatham Hills Aug. 15-17.
“Westfield and LIV Golf are committed to making sure the entire community feels included in the excitement,” Westfield Mayor Scott Willis stated. “This is a great opportunity for residents to enjoy the festivities, for visitors to discover all that our great city has to offer, and for local businesses to reach new customers. It’s going to be an incredible time to be here.”
Community engagement activities include:
BEYOND THE COURSE
work take shape in real time before the finished piece is relocated to City of Westfield-owned Wood Wind Golf Club as a permanent tribute to LIV Golf’s debut in Indiana. ARCY’s portfolio includes work for the Smithsonian Institution, Major League Baseball and the Walt Disney Corporation. Learn more at arcyofficial.com.
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The free, mobile-friendly Beyond the Course pass includes discounts and offers for participating restaurants and attractions near the golf course. The pass is delivered via text and email with no app download required.The pass is valid through Aug. 18. Sign up at tinyurl.com/ r682py54.
MINI GOLF POP-UP
The City of Westfield will host a mini golf hole-in-one competition at Rock the Block, 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 1 at Westfield High School; and the Westfield Farmers Market, 5 to 8 p.m. at Grand Junction Plaza Aug. 7. Winners will receive four tickets to the tournament.
LIVE MURAL BY ARCY
Internationally acclaimed street artist ARCY will create a custom mural live in the LIV Golf fan village during tournament weekend. Spectators can watch the art-
Country music star Riley Green and multiplatinum singer Jason Derulo will headline the entertainment stage at the 2025 LIV Golf season-finale tournament at The Club at Chatham Hills. Green will perform at 5 p.m. Aug. 15, and Derulo takes the stage at 4 pm. Aug. 16. Concerts are included with tournament tickets on days of the performances. Buy tickets at livgolf.com.
GOLF BALL PHOTO OPS
Four oversized LIV golf balls will be located throughout Westfield leading up to the tournament. Specific locations will be listed on the city’s social media pages, facebook. com/CityofWestfield and instagram.com/ cityofwestfieldin.
BLOOD DRIVE WITH VERSITI
Versiti will host a blood drive at the Westfield Public Safety Building, 17535 Dartown Rd., from noon to 3 p.m. Aug. 11. All donors will receive LIV Golf swag and be entered to win a pair of tickets to the tournament.
The local organizing committee includes staff from the Hamilton County Sports Authority, Hamilton County Tourism, the City of Westfield and more than 40 community volunteers.
For more on the LIV Golf tournament at Chatham Hills, including tickets, schedules and community programs, blood drive registration, visit westfieldin.gov/LIV.
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Retail tenants announced for The Union
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The City of Westfield and Old Town Companies announced July 9 that seven retail and restaurant tenants are expected to open at The Union — Westfield’s downtown mixed-use development previously known as Union Square.
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The tenants are Pure Barre; Everbowl; Lake City Bank; BlackSheep Pizza and Cocktails; Stella’s Ice Cream; Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming; and The Spark Coffee. Businesses are slated for varying opening dates due to construction and build-out times.
Sun King Brewing — under construction in the detached neighboring building — is expected to open in summer 2026.
The Union — which is north of Grand Junction Plaza bordering Ind. 32 and Mill, Union and Jersey streets — includes 196 residential apartments, retail space and recreational areas.
The site will be the third location for Pure Barre owner Lauren Williamson of Carmel.
Everbowl is one of seven tenants recently announced for The Union in Westfield. (Photo by Marney Simon)
“With my two thriving locations in Carmel and Zionsville, expanding to Westfield seemed like a natural fit and we are excited to bring a top-notch experience to the community this summer,” she said.
David M. Findlay, chair and CEO Lake City Bank, said The Union will be the
bank’s ninth location in the Indianapolis Region.
“The Union Square development is an ideal location for us to engage with the Westfield community at the center of ongoing economic development and place-making initiatives around Grand Junction Plaza,” he stated. “We’re excited to expand our already great connections with the community to showcase our technology-driven banking solutions and our responsive community banking service levels.”
The public parking garage is expected to open in August. City officials stated that discussions are ongoing regarding garage parking fees, and there will likely be a combination of free and paid options. Additional information about parking access is forthcoming.
Amenities for residents include garage parking, fitness facilities and an elevated pool and courtyard gathering space. Residential leasing is open for studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, with tenants expected to move in this month. Learn more at lifeattheunion.com.
Westfield Real Estate Market Overview: June 2025
The Westfield real estate market in June 2025 continues to demonstrate both resilience and competitiveness.
• Home Prices: The median sales price for single-family homes in Westfield reached $511,500 in June 2025, reflecting a modest year-over-year increase. However, there was a notable month-over-month decline, suggesting some seasonal adjustment or a slight cooling after a period of rapid appreciation.
• Inventory & Listings: Active inventory remains tight, with 181 homes available, a slight decrease from last year. New listings have increased, providing buyers with more options; however, the market remains undersupplied, with just 1.2 months of inventory, which is well below the six months typically considered a balanced market.
• Market Pace: Homes are selling quickly, with a median of just 13 days on the market, up slightly year-overyear but still indicative of strong demand. Sellers are receiving nearly the full asking price, underscoring the continued strength of buyer competition.
• Buyer & Seller Dynamics: Despite a minor dip in price per square foot, Westfield remains a seller’s market. Over 45% of homes sold below the asking price, but a significant portion still transacted at or above the list price, reflecting strategic pricing and effective negotiation.
Westfield’s market shows signs of gradual normalization but remains highly competitive. Buyers should be prepared to act quickly, while sellers continue to benefit from strong demand and favorable pricing. With new listings on the rise, the coming months may offer more opportunities for both sides of the market. If you would like a market analysis for your home or would like detailed information about your neighborhood or a specific area, call me.
DISPATCHES
Census workers needed — Field workers are needed to help conduct a special census in the City of Westfield. The special census is because of growth since the 2020 census was completed. Although the official census lists the city’s population at 46,000, city leaders said the current population is potentially more than 65,000, and the special census will help capture population-related tax dollars. The special census will require temporary field representatives to collect data. Applicants must be U.S. citizens at least 18 years old. The U.S. Census Bureau is conducting the hiring process, and onboarding is expected to begin in late summer or early fall. The application deadline is Aug. 8. Application links are available at westfieldin. gov/jobs.
Jams at the Junction — Westfield hosts a summer outdoor concert series at Grand Junction Plaza. The lineup includes Groovesmash July 25; The Flying Toasters Aug. 8; and Fleetwood Gold Aug. 15. Food trucks and shuttle service will be available.
Movies in the Plaza — Family-friendly movies on the Great Lawn at Grand Junction Plaza include Despicable Me 4 July 30 and Star Wars: The Force Awakens Aug. 27. Movies begin promptly at 7:30 p.m.
Buck appointed to legislative committees — Indiana District 21 State Sen. Jim Buck (R-Kokomo) will serve as chair of the Interim Study Committee on Government and as a member of several other study committees in preparation for the 2026 legislative session. Buck’s assignments include Oral History Project Advisory Committee; Interim Study Committee on Public Safety and Military Affairs; and Interim Study Committee on Roads and Transportation. Legislators will meet over the summer and fall months to discuss topics approved by the
bipartisan Legislative Council. District 21 includes Westfield and Sheridan.
Rock the Block — Westfield Washington Schools kick off the return of school with “Rock the Block” from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 1. The event brings together students, families, staff, local Businesses and community organizations for an evening of games, activities and engagement. Booths from WWS departments and programs; school clubs and athletic teams; local businesses and vendors; nonprofits and service organizations; and community health and resource providers will be available.
Mikesell joins OneZone board — OneZone Chamber recently announced the appointment of Dustin Mikesell,
associate vice president of employer partnerships at Riverview Health, to its Board of Directors. Mikesell, a Carmel resident, brings more than 16 years of experience in the health care industry. In his current role, he leads initiatives aimed at strengthening business relationships and positioning Riverview Health as health care partner. For more, visit onezonechamber.com.
Foundation hires new partnership director — The Arthur Dean Family Foundation has added Tracy Butler as the new director of partnership strategy and investments. In this role, Butler will lead ADFF’s grantmaking and partner relationship strategy. She also will play a key leadership role in advancing the foundation’s organizational development.
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DNA 5K supports cold cases
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Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana will host the inaugural DNA 5K — Run for Hope, Stand for Justice Sept. 20 in Broad Ripple, a fundraising event to raise money for advanced DNA testing to assist cold case investigations.
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The event will take place at Half Liter BBQ, 5301 Winthrop Ave., and will include a 5K run/walk, a kids run, a memorial tribute and a community building event for family members affected by violent crime. The event will coincide with National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.
than 10,000 charred and crushed human remains. To date, 14 individual victim profiles have been identified, but four remain unknown.
“Many cases throughout our state have gone cold due to a lack of DNA funding,” Jellison stated. ‘“This initiative will support law enforcement and medical-legal death investigators in funding DNA research of evidence.”
Event coordinator Pamela Francis said the murder of her 19-yearold sister Carmen Hope VanHuss in Indianapolis in 1993 — which was solved more than 30 years later with advanced DNA technology — was the inspiration for the event.
The mission of the DNA 5K is to raise funds for advanced DNA testing — a vital resource that can help law enforcement agencies across Indiana solve cold cases and bring justice to victims and their families.
Hamilton County Coroner Jeff Jellison said the initiative will help provide resources crucial to cold case investigations. Jellison’s office is working to identify remains found at Fox Hollow Farm in Westfield. Herb Baumeister is suspected in the killing of an unknown number of victims at his 156th Street estate before taking his own life in Canada in 1996. Excavation of the woods behind the property revealed more
“This event was inspired by my sister, Carmen Hope VanHuss, who lost her life to violent crime. We now have an arrest in her case, over 30 years later, thanks to advanced DNA testing and I am so grateful,” Francis stated. “Currently there are over 7,000 cold cases in Indiana — each with families awaiting answers. This DNA 5K will help make advanced DNA testing accessible for these grieving families and ensure they don’t have to continue waiting decades for answers.”
The 5K is open to the public, and community members are encouraged to participate, donate, sponsor or volunteer. Register at DNA5K.com.
DISPATCHES
Party on the Patio — The Downtown Westfield Association’s Party on the Patio series returns from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 29 at RIVET Coffee Bar & Roastery, 337 Jersey St. The 21 and over event is sponsored by RIVET and Jan’s Village Pizza and includes mocktails, cocktails and food. Party on the Patio is a community event and fundraiser for initiatives to benefit downtown Westfield businesses. Registration is $5 per person. Register at westfieldchamberindy.com under the events tab.
Women’s Collaborative event — Elevating Hoosier women professionals and entrepreneurs is the focus of the 2025 Indiana Women’s Collaborative Aug. 28 at The Westin Indianapolis, hosted by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce. Topics include confidence and credibility in leadership; making connections that matter; building influence through relationships; executive thinking for non-executives; setting boundaries that
build trust; and owning your voice as a thought leader. The Empower Award Lunch panel will include former Lt. Govs. Suzanne Crouch, Sue Ellspermann and Becky Skillman. Registration is $199 for members and $249 for nonmembers. The 2025 Indiana Women’s Collaborative Empower Award will be presented to the professional who has made significant contributions to empowering women and had a meaningful impact on her organization and community. View the agenda or register at indianachamber.com/ conferences.
Bird hikes at MacGregor Park — Westfield Washington Township and birder Brian Haskett will host hiking events in July and August at MacGregor Park for birdwatchers of all levels. Participants should bring binoculars and download the Merlin Bird ID app to follow along. Hikes are July 22 and Aug. 5, 16, 19 and 30. Register at westfieldwashingtontwp.us under the OWWN Guide tab.
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Saturday, July 26, 2025
Basile Opera Center • 6pm
Join us to celebrate summer, connect with friends, and make new memories in the heart of the historic Meridian-Kessler neighborhood. Featuring live singers, dancing, an open bar, and a delicious lobster and/or beef tenderloin dinner, this fun-filled summer event will be an evening to remember!
To purchase tickets visit IndyOpera.org call 317-283-3531 or scan the code
Hamilton County track club members compete nationally
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Eight members of Hamilton County-based Team B.O.N.D. Track Club compete this week in the USA Track & Field Junior Olympic National Championships in Savannah, Ga. The athletes, from Westfield and Noblesville, range from elementary school to high school level.
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Led by head coach Brandon Bond, the youth participated in the USATF Junior Olympic Championship Indiana Wesleyan University June 20-21 and USATF Junior Olympic Regionals in Chicago July 10-13 to qualify for the championship tournament, a six-day event began July 21 and concludes July 27.
Participants are:
• Drew Potrzebowski — 1,500m, Stony Creek Elementary, Noblesville
• Brendin Bond — 100m and 200m, No-
blesville East Middle School
• Tucker Williams — 100m and 200m (Regional Champion), Noblesville East Middle School
• Tyler Beard — 4x100m mixed relay, Noblesville High School
• Xavion Bond — 4x100m mixed relay, Noblesville High School
• Melody Lowry — 4x100m mixed relay, Westfield High School
• Chloe Stuart — 4x100m mixed relay, Westfield High School
• Angel Wilson — 100m dash, Noblesville High School
The athletes have been training since the end of their school track seasons.
A fundraiser to assist the athletes with the cost of the trip is available at gofundme.com/f/ back-our-track-teams-junior-olympic-dreams. Learn more at bondtrackclub.com
WYAP plans fun run — Westfield Youth Assistance Program will sponsor “The Double,” a 2-mile family-friendly walk/run at Cool Creek Park Aug. 9. Individuals, families and businesses are invited to participate and fundraise. Register at westfieldyap.org.
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‘Dancing with our Stars’ returns for 11th year
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
The eleventh annual ‘Dancing with Our Stars’ fundraiser returns to Hamilton County from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Sept. 4 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Noblesville.
FUNDRAISER
Presented by Community Health Network for the fifth consecutive year, ‘Dancing with Our Stars’ is Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County’s largest annual fundraiser. Proceeds directly support the organization’s mission of delivering medically tailored meals to the elderly, those facing food insecurity, those with disabilities or those who are unable to prepare food for themselves.
“As we celebrate 50 years of service, this event reminds us that when the community comes together, real impact happens,” said Beth Gehlhausen, executive director of Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County. “Every vote, every dance and every dollar raised helps ensure no neighbor is left hungry or forgotten.”
Gehlhausen said the organization came up with the idea for the fundraiser by chance.
“When I joined the organization on a full-time basis, we were looking for a signature event, and one of the girls that worked here at the time had a sister on a committee for a similar event in the Columbus area,” Gehlhausen said. “We met with some folks and thought we could pull it off. And people do love it because they love watching their friends. I think sometimes people come and watch their friends because they think they’re going to be awful, but we’ve never had anybody who’s awful.”
The event features local professional dancers paired with county residents who compete for the ‘Dancing with Our Stars’ championship. The audience also votes for its favorite dancer or dancers for the People’s Choice Award.
This year’s professional dancers are
Rob Jenkins, Scott Shook, Sean Gehlhausen, Matt Moore, Zhivko Yankov, Adam Trogdlen, Natasha Cox, Olga Cansino, Yulia Shook and Diana Miller.
Hamilton County residents who will be paired with a professional dancer are:
• Ashley Mandery — Second-grade teacher at Hamilton Heights
• Erika Ross — Community relations & volunteer services manager at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel Hospital
• Kate Adams — Owner of Lash & Brow Design Co.
• Kim Troyer — Real estate broker with the Williams Richwine Real Estate Group at Berkshire Hathaway
• Susan Rider — President of the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals
• Tiffanie Ditlevson — Air Force Veteran, entrepreneur, real estate professional and member of the Fishers City Council
• Adam Ogrzewalla — Army Veteran and director of architecture at Guidon Design
• Jeff Jarecki — Founder of Paradigm Health
• Kyle Keever — Personal stylist at Saks Fifth Avenue
• Chris Cason — Co-founder of Blue Horseshoe and leader in the supply chain/Microsoft ERP practice
Gehlhausen said Hamilton County residents do not audition.
“We get folks who come up after the event and say, ‘I want to do it next year,’” Gehlhausen said. “Past dancers have friends and family who approach us sometimes. It’s really just a group of us putting our thinking caps on and doing a little brainstorming as needed. It’s just crazy how this whole network of different people keeps bringing new folks.”
Tickets are $100 and include dinner and wine at the table. To register, purchase tickets, donate or vote, visit mealsonwheelshc.org/dancing-with-our-stars. For more, contact Meals on Wheels at 317-776-7159.
Milk Bank celebrates 20th anniversary — The Milk Bank is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a week of virtual and in-person tours of its Indianapolis headquarters, Aug. 4 through 8. Participants will see the inner workings of The Milk Bank’s donation intake, milk lab and shipping dock, where an average of 60,000 ounces of lifesaving breast milk is shipped out every month. Each tour can hold up to 15 people and lasts 60 minutes. Tours can be booked at form.jotform.com/251475953070156.
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Westfield City Council clears the way for new WPD headquarters
Plans to build a $35 million new Westfield Police Department headquarters near Grand Park passed unanimously July 14, as the Westfield City Council approved a planned unit development amendment for 11.7 acres on Grand Park Boulevard north of 181st Street.
The new headquarters will replace the outdated Westfield Public Safety building on Ind. 32 and Dartown Road. The item came to council following a unanimous recommendation from the Westfield Advisory Plan Commission.
Jonathan Tallman, an architect with Dewberry Architects — the design and development team for the new headquarters — said the facility will be efficient, collaborative, wellness-focused and technologically advanced. Tallman said the facility is a responsible use of resources that will support officers and staff.
“The new City of Westfield Police Department headquarters embraces a future (with) a community-based approach to policing and public engagement,” he said.
Mayor Scott Willis said plans for a new police headquarters began under the administration of former Mayor Andy Cook.
“When I became mayor, we explored the costs associated with wanting to just renovate the existing building, and if not, how does that compare side by side with the new construction project?” he said. “So, we went through that analysis (and) what kind of tipped the scale toward a new location was, even with a redesign and reconstruction of that existing building, it would never fit post- (Sept. 11, 2001) police requirements around securing that. And that was a concern for us. Why spend $30 million on renovating a building that still doesn’t really get us to where we need to be?”
Willis said a second consideration was the location of the current building.
“The land that the existing public safety building is on is prime real estate for the City of Westfield,” he said. “It’s part of our commercial district, and it’s one of our higher-value properties. When you factor in the potential tax revenue, a private entity
running a business there on Ind. 32 far exceeded the differences or any gaps that we might have in the finances.”
Although its location in the commercial district near Grand Park might seem unusual, Willis said the choice was strategic.
“When you look at where the biggest areas of concern are, if something goes wrong, you need police in and out, it’s Grand Park and (Westfield High School),” he said. “That location puts them literally not even minutes away from an incident at
the high school or at the park. We just felt strategically, from a response perspective, that made an awful lot of sense.”
Westfield City Councilor Victor McCarty, who sponsored the amendment, said the new facility is overdue.
“This is a long-time coming,” he said. “I’m with (WPD) a lot because of the ridealongs I do. I’ll be excited to be going into the new building. This is awesome for our community.”
Willis said the budget for 2025 and 2026,
INSIDE THE NEW WPD HEADQUARTERS
The design of the Westfield Police Department headquarters includes an outreach and community room for law enforcement officer education and training. But there’s more than just space for police.
The new building will provide safe haven for public officials should the need to initiate an emergency disaster plan arise, according to city officials.
“We don’t have an emergency operations center for the City of Westfield,”
Mayor Scott Willis said. “So, if heaven forbid anything catastrophic would happen in the city — a tornado, terrorist attack, flooding, all the things that you hope never will happen, probably won’t happen but could — we don’t
have a place where my staff and public safety officials can consolidate in a bunker-style room that can withstand the kinds of things you might be planning for. We have no place right now for that. So, this will be a fortified, big enough room that the staff can consolidate in. It will have all the technology and tools needed for us to run an emergency operation, a relief operation to our residents.”
The new facility also provides accommodation for a city court, which the city will be required to have when it becomes a second-class city in 2028. Willis said the city’s IT department also will be housed at the site.
if approved by the city council, would include funds for new officers.
“That expands not only police officers on the street, but also expands our (school resource officer) program into every school in the Westfield Washington Schools district,” he said. “Right now, we don’t have an SRO currently placed in each building. We have kind of a floating system where we have multiple officers floating around all the different elementary schools.”
Willis said the new facility is the right decision for Westfield economically, from a safety perspective and from a capability perspective.
“I think it’s just important for people to understand that we have outgrown the public safety building,” Willis said. “Even when the fire department exited out of (the public safety building), we’re still busting that to seams. (The) public safety building was built for a little tiny town of 6,000 or 8,000 people. We’re 10 times that and growing rapidly. I don’t enjoy spending a lot of money on public buildings, but it’s just an absolute necessity. We want to give the men and women in blue all the tools they need to not only keep us safe, but to protect themselves as well. It needed to be in a new location where we could build for modern-day policing.”
Plans include a 30,000-square-foot addition expected to be added within 15 to 20 years.
“That is how fast the projections for community growth are,” Tallman said. The new facility will eventually include a fallen hero memorial art installation. The city is expected to release a request for proposals in the next 30 to 60 days. Final design will be determined through a collaborative effort of the city and the chosen artist.
Although a construction timeline for the new site has not been announced, city officials expect groundbreaking this fall and approximately 20 months until construction is complete.
ON THE COVER: The City of Westfield will build a new, state-of-the-art police department headquarters on 11.7 acres near Grand Park. (Image courtesy of City of Westfield)
Westfield’s new police department headquarters will be built on Grand Park Boulevard, north of 181st Street. (Image courtesy of City of Westfield)
‘Accidental entrepreneur’ leads office for small businesses
By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com
A self-described “accidental entrepreneur” has been selected to lead the state’s new Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, which opened for business July 7.
INNOVATION
Brian Schutt of Carmel is co-founder of Homesense Heating and Cooling, which has offices in Indianapolis and Fishers, and Refinery46, a coworking space in Indianapolis. But early in his career, he worked in marketing.
Schutt and his team will work to:
• Develop and administer programs to support the growth of small business, entrepreneurship and innovation in Indiana
• Direct and oversee programs and sources of funding related to the growth of small business, entrepreneurship, technology and innovation
• Strengthen policies and programs supporting the growth of entrepreneurship
“The Great Recession really prompted me to become an entrepreneur, because I was laid off from my marketing job,” Schutt said. “So, necessity became the mother of invention.”
Schutt, a 1998 Lawrence Central High School and 2003 Purdue University graduate, said his vision for the office is to “foster an environment where businesses can thrive across all corners of the state.” But first, he plans to listen.
“We want to hear from everyone and for everyone to feel like they have a voice in how we’re supporting them and how their tax dollars are going to be used to serve their businesses,” Schutt said.
Creating the office, which is under the direction of the Indiana Secretary of Commerce, was a priority for Gov. Mike Braun, who also is an entrepreneur.
“(My wife) Maureen and I lived the American dream of growing Main Street businesses in our hometown, and I want every Hoosier to have that opportunity,” Braun stated. “Our goal is to make Indiana the best place in the country to start and build your own business, and the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation led by Brian Schutt will be a nation-leading resource to help Main Street entrepreneurs.”
According to the governor’s office,
• Coordinate with state agencies and other state-funded entities to align services and programs related to entrepreneurship and starting and scaling a business
• Work with funded entities to measure funds reaching rural communities, and work with stakeholders and organizations to provide technical support and expand access to resources for entrepreneurs across Indiana
• Develop and administer programs to support and encourage youth entrepreneurship, including supporting students and teachers in fostering entrepreneurial skills.
Another goal, according to Schutt, is to address the “silver tsunami” of baby boomer-aged business owners who are ready to retire.
“Especially in rural Indiana, these make up the majority of employers and oftentimes there’s no exit plan or succession plan in place. So, too often these businesses just go away,” Schutt said. “We’re going to be working hard to collaborate with people in this acquisition space.”
State legislators allocated $1 million both this fiscal year and the next to fund the office. Schutt’s salary is $170,000 per year.
Schutt and his wife, Tiffany, have lived in Carmel since 2013. They have two children, Parker and Emerson, who will both be students at Clay Middle School in the fall.
DISPATCHES
Mikesell joins OneZone board — OneZone Chamber recently announced the appointment of Dustin Mikesell, associate vice president of employer partnerships at Riverview Health, to its board of directors. Mikesell, a Carmel resident, has more than 16 years of experience in the health care industry. In his current role, he leads initiatives aimed at strengthening business relationships and positioning Riverview Health as health care partner. For more, visit onezonechamber.com.
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Blueprint for Improvement: Elegance defines bathroom remodel
Commentary by Larry Greene
A dated vanity and tired finishes were replaced with rich wood cabinetry, quartz countertops and warm brass touches for a timeless, elevated feel.
THE BLUEPRINT
• The original oak vanity and laminate counters were replaced with rich espresso cabinetry and sleek white quartz for a sophisticated contrast.
• Built-in towers add storage and vertical drama while framing the new double sinks with symmetry.
• Brushed brass fixtures and hardware offer warmth and refinement without overpowering the palette.
• A wide-framed mirror and recessed lighting create a clean, tailored focal point.
• The result is a polished, functional space that blends classic detail with modern convenience.
Larry Greene is the owner of Worthington Design & Remodeling (formerly Case). You may email him at lgreene@worthingtonindy.com or visit worthingtonindy.com for more remodeling inspiration and advice.
MULCH/SPRING CLEANUP
Civic Theatre’s youth performers ready to share ‘Legally Blonde’ message
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
For Nya Beck, Elle Woods is a perfect role.
Beck, who will be a junior at Fishers High School next month, plays Woods in Civic Theatre’s Young Artists Program’s production of “Legally Blonde The Musical,” is set for July 24-27 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
“I’ve been very lucky to be in several previous Civic shows,” Beck said. “All shows combined are like no ‘Legally Blonde.’ They don’t compare at all. This has been really fun, especially to portray this character. Her character arc is something I really admire and I am so lucky to be able to step into her shoes and portray her character arc because it’s similar to the events that happened in my life. I’ve just had to overcome some very challenging obstacles in my life and I am so much stronger and so much better.”
Although Beck played the female lead in Junior Civic’s “Newsies” in 2023, she said this is by far the most lines that she has had in a Junior Civic or YAP show.
“But this role has just meant so much to me because it’s kind of like my peak,” Beck said.
Austin Lizama, a 2025 Zionsville Community High School graduate, plays Warner.
“He’s certainly got some qualities that I disagree with, but I would say that by the end of the show, his character arc is that he recognizes that he doesn’t need to adhere to the expectations of others and kind of pursues his own thing. He ends up going modeling, and that willingness to do this own thing and be passionate is something that I personally take after.”
Lizama will attend Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn., and major in accounting — two things he had never planned on doing.
“But through some realizations, I took a step back and I reevaluated what I wanted to do and to take that leap,” he said.
Lizama plans to minor in music business. He said he wants to perform in an a cappella group or perform some band gigs.
“This is definitely one of my star roles,” he said. “It’s definitely been a responsibility. I showed up late in the process in the rehearsal schedule, but I am lucky enough that I can end my senior year (with a) bang.”
Ozzy Heath, a 2025 Lebanon High School graduate, plays Emmett.
“I really like Emmett because (the role) resonates with me,” he said. “We have a lot of things in common. I feel like he’s very earnest, which I kind of like to see in myself. I do want to go to law school, so that’s the career path that I’m going in, so I find very interesting similarities. I love the musical because I just
love shows that are go, go, go with the energy.”
Carmel resident Emily Rogge Tzucker is directing her third YAP show.
“I think it’s fun and entertaining,” Tzucker said. “There is a lot of silliness, fun and decoration, but within that there’s a big heart. There’s a lot of truth and it’s very earnest, and I think that’s something that we all need and something we all search for, and that’s why people keep coming back to the show over and over again because it’s such a delight and has a kind, honest truth about it. All the characters find that about themselves in the end.”
Tzucker said there is a lot of set work displaying different locations and several props.
Anne Beck, the YAP coordinator and Nya’s mother, is the choreographer.
There are 39 cast members and three swing performers.
“They’re all working as a company and creating the world of the show together,” Anne Beck said. “There is a lot of song and dance and acting, and the cast (is) learning how to do all things really well.”
She said the show has a lot of fluff and over-the-top moments.
“But it’s really a story to me about love and not judging someone by (their appearance), and there’s a lot of sides to someone that might take them a minute for that to come out,” Anne said. The 2007 musical was based on the 2001 movie, “Legally Blonde.”
For more, visit civictheatre.org.
‘WAITRESS’
“Waitress” runs through Aug. 31 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.
FEINSTEIN’S CABARET
Deborah Silver is set for July 24, followed by The Magic of David Ranalli July 25 and “Bubbles Up! Let’s Celebrate Jimmy Buffett” July 26 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. All three performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.
‘PUFFS’
Main Street Productions presents “Puffs,” a youth production that runs through July 27 at Basile Westfield Playhouse. For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.
MOLLY HATCHET
Molly Hatchet will perform at 7 p.m. July 25 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
LOBSTER PALOOZA
Indianapolis Opera’s Lobster Palooza is set for 6 p.m. July 26 at Basile Opera Center in Indianapolis. For more, visit indyopera.org.
DISPATCH
Belfry Apprentice presents ‘Wizard of Oz’ — The Belfry Apprentice Players presents “The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition” July 23-27 at Noblesville First United Methodist Church, 2051 Monument St. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. July 23-25 and 2 p.m. July 26-27. The cast is made up of children who have completed kindergarten through first grade. Three Fishers residents have key roles: Lyla Pike, Dorothy; Olivia Cook, Cowardly Lion; and Anna Terebinski, Scarecrow. Park Oss, a Carmel resident, plays the Wizard. Other cast members include Ivy Walker, Tin Man; Evie Epsy, Glinda; and Callie Heflin, Wicked Witch. Nancy Lafferty is the director. Other team members include, Kim O’Mara, assistant director, Morgan Trowbridge, student director, Nolan Campbell, choreographer and Gracelynn Hyman, music director.
Nya Beck, who plays Elle Woods, holds Bruiser. (Photo courtesy of Joshua Hasty)
Lizama
THE SONGBOOK ACADEMY® IN CONCERT
SAT, JUL 19 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS MAN ON THE MOON TOUR
WED, AUG 6 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
HERB ALPERT & THE TIJUANA BRASS & OTHER DELIGHTS
THU, AUG 7 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
BURTON CUMMINGS OF THE GUESS WHO A FEW GOOD MOMENTS TOUR
SUN, AUG 10 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH BRIAN MCKNIGHT
FRI, SEP 26 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JAY LENO
SAT, SEP 27 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
RICK BRAUN & MINDI ABAIR
SAT, OCT 4 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
IL DIVO BY CANDLELIGHT
THU, OCT 9 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
MATTHEW MORRISON: RHYTHMS & REVELATIONS
FRI, OCT 17 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH TOMMY EMMANUEL, CGP
SAT, OCT 18 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
VIENNA BOYS CHOIR
SUN, OCT 19 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS:
JAZZ FROM THE BACK O’ TOWN
FRI, OCT 24 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
BUGS BUNNY AT THE SYMPHONY
SAT, NOV 1 AT 8PM & SUN, NOV 2 AT 2PM
PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
LISA LOEB & JOAN OSBORNE
FRI, NOV 7 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
TITO PUENTE JR. AND HIS LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE
SAT, NOV 8 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
SAMARA JOY
FRI, NOV 14 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
PEABO BRYSON
FRI, NOV 21 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH DAVID FOSTER & KATHARINE MCPHEE
TUE, DEC 2 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
SONGBOOK FOUNDATION
HOLIDAY FILM SCREENING
THU, DEC 4 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JON MCLAUGHLIN & FRIENDS
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
FRI, DEC 5 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND CREOLE CHRISTMAS MON, DEC 8 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS FRI, DEC 12 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CHRIS ISAAK
SAT, DEC 13 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA WITH RAY CHEN
FRI, JAN 30 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
WAYNE NEWTON: UP CLOSE & PERSONAL SAT, FEB 14 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CHRIS BOTTI FRI, MAR 6 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
DIRECT FROM ROME: THE THREE ITALIAN TENORS SUN, MAR 29 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
MANDY PATINKIN IN CONCERT: BEING ALIVE THU, APR 9 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH MICHAEL FEINSTEIN FRI, APR 17 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JOSHUA BELL THU, APR 23 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH JAKE SHIMABUKURO FRI, MAY 8 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
Boston singer to perform
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Tommy DeCarlo has one of the more unique stories in rock ‘n’ roll history.
CONCERT
When Boston’s original lead singer, Brad Delp, died by suicide in 2007, DeCarlo’s daughter showed her father how to create a myspace.com page and he posted some songs of his favorite band on the website. After a suggestion by a Boston fan, he sent two posted videos to an email address for someone who worked for the band. Boston founder, guitarist and primary songwriter Tom Scholz reached out to ask him to perform at a benefit concert, and the rest is history.
DeCarlo went from working at Home Depot in Charlotte, N.C., to touring as Boston’s lead singer from 2008 to 2017.
DeCarlo will perform with former Chicago lead singer Jason Scheff in concert at 7 p.m. July 31 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center in Carmel.
“For me to go from Home Depot to doing what I’m doing now, I would have never guessed that in a million years,” the 60-year-old DeCarlo said. “I don’t think you could script that kind of story, but I’m certainly thankful for it. I have to praise and give credit to Tom Scholz because if he never gave me the opportunity, I would never have the opportunity to do what I’m doing now.”
DeCarlo said Scholz, 78, is the only person who can determine if Boston will ever tour again. DeCarlo said there is no way Boston could tour without Scholz.
When Boston stopped after four consecutive years on tour from 2014-17, DeCarlo began performing in local shows with his son, Tommy DeCarlo Jr.
“I went a few years before I actually
started performing the music in a more national setting as opposed to just locally,” he said. “The reason I did that is fans still wanted to hear the music.”
His son, a guitarist and keyboard player, joins him on the tour.
DeCarlo sings all of Boston’s major hits, including “More Than a Feeling,” “Peace of Mind,” “Don’t Look Back” and “Something About You.”
He said loves them all but “Foreplay/ Long Time” always gets a big crowd reaction.
DeCarlo said he usually performs a onehour set after Scheff performs. Scheff was Chicago’s lead singer from 1985 to 2016.
“The music of Chicago is just a slightly different type of classic rock,” DeCarlo said. “I follow that with the Boston music, which is a little more hard changing. It leaves the people who come out to see the show with a little more energy at the end of the night. But Jason brings so much to the table that he is actually a very tough act to follow. It’s a really good mix. I love the music of Chicago. Jason performs the songs amazingly.”
For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
JAY LENO BRIAN MCKNIGHT
DAVID FOSTER & KATHARINE MCPHEE SAMARA JOY JAKE SHIMABUKURO AIDA CUEVAS
Tommy DeCarlo spent several years touring as Boston’s lead singer. (Photo courtesy of Tommy DeCarlo)
Film shows mother’s strength
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Westfield resident Kesha Kelly’s story is one of perseverance in the wake of a tragedy.
INDY SHORTS
Kelly’s sons, Liam, and Reece, died in a plane crash, along with pilot Jerral Alan Long, in September 2020 during an airshow in Kokomo. Liam, 17, and Reece, 15, were members of the Westfield High School cross country team and were members of the Flying Squirrels, a flight club for teens ages 14-18.
The film “From the Ashes” follows Kesha’s journey through grief. The nearly 10-minute film is part of the eighth annual Academy Award-Qualifying Indy Shorts International Film Festival. “From the Ashes” is a selection in the Indiana Spotlight program, which is set for July 26 at Newfields in Indianapolis.
“Isaac Eaton grew up in the same community as the Kellys and was aware of their story,” said Cellia Stichter, the film’s producer who lives in Colorado. “We wanted to show that her husband, Pat, is still
“From the Ashes” follows Westfield resident Kesha Kelly’s journey through grief after losing two sons in a plane crash. (Courtesy of Cellia Stichter)
by her side, but he didn’t want to be on camera, so we also respected that wish. This short film is strongly inspiring in that it shows the strength that one can find in one’s community to keep pressing forward and seeking joy in any circumstance.”
Jaden Mason was the film’s director for the Taylor University Fim and Media production.
Noblesville-based 12 Stars Media helped produce two films in Indy Shorts’ Indiana Spotlight category, “Dan Thompson” and “Hawkins Family Farm: A More Than Corn Story.” Thompson is an Indianapolis artist. The Hawkins family farm is in North Manchester.
For more, visit heartlandfilm.org/ indyshorts.
Concert to feature jazzy rock classics
The Center Celebration 2025 presented by Ice Miller with headline performance by Richard Marx is SOLD OUT! We’re so grateful to the many generous people and companies who will join us to support Allied Solutions Center’s wide range of arts and educational programming, from big-name concerts to classes and lectures to free events for schools to our Prism Project arts camp for youth with disabilities – and the list goes on.
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Deborah Silver had long envisioned an album where classic rock meets classic big band.
MUSIC
Silver, a two-time Billboard No. 1 artist, combined with the Count Basie Orchestra to record the album “Basie Rocks!” The album was produced by Steve Jordan, who replaced the late Charlie Watts as the Rolling Stones drummer in 2021.
Silver will perform several selections from the album at 7:30 p.m. July 24 at Feinstein’s cabaret in Hotel Carmichael in Carmel.
“We want to pay homage to these songs, but we wanted to do them very differently,” Silver said.
Silver said she knew she wanted to do “Baby, I Love Your Way,” a hit by Peter Frampton. John Clayton, who writes arrangements for the Count Basie Orchestra, worked on the arrangement.
Silver said someone sent the arrangement to Frampton, who surprised her with a call.
You can still join us in continuing to bring these programs to the community. Visit TheCenterPresents.org/Donate to make a tax-deductible donation to Allied Solutions Center and its mission.
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“He proceeded to tell me that the way I sang and recorded the song was exactly how he heard it in his head when he wrote it,” Silver said. “He then actually played the guitar on the song with us, so (we) had the great honor of recording the song with the great Peter Frampton. It’s really just so beautiful as a melodic tune. Peter’s guitar is just such a perfect touch to the song.”
Silver told Jordan he had to pick the Rolling Stones song.
and
“He spoke with Mick Jagger, who told him this song was their most played and most popular tune, so we had no choice,” Silver said of choosing “Paint it Black.” “(Jazz musician) John Clayton did the arrangement and it turned into a very Latin, fiery feel. Arturo Sandoval joined us on trumpet.”
In addition, there are reimagined rock songs by The Beatles, Elton John and Sting, among others.
For more, visit deborahsilvermusic.com and feinsteinshc.com.
Silver
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6. ___-Man (game at Tappers Arcade Bar)
9. “Semper Fi” grp.
13. “You Light Up My Life” singer Debby
14. Pacers’ original org.
15. Mideast ruler
16. Puzzle cube creator
17. PC screen type
18. Poet Teasdale
19. Falcons, on a Colts scoreboard
20. Colorful fish
22. “Cool” amount of money
23. Carpe ___
25. Levitate
26. “The Raven” writer 27. 100%
29. Words of denial
31. MCL sweets
34. White River Gardens attraction
35. “Best Musical” in 2016
37. Pop
38. Like most OB visits
42. Joe’s Butcher Shop cuts
44. IFD Chief: Ernest ___
45. Indy Fuel shutout, in boxscores
46. Scout group
50. Bro
51. Prez before GHWB
52. Should
53. Indiana State Fair bovine
54. Zilch
56. Bikini top
57. Tara’s Scarlett
59. “___ Brockovich”
60. Bard’s “always”
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62. Yemeni port
63. U-turn from NNW
64. Flat-topped formations Down
1. Worn away
2. Daily grind
3. Westfield Wine Vault glasses
4. Numerical prefix
5. Comics cry
6. Low-carb diet
7. Channel 6 affiliation
8. Military group
9. ___ Indianapolis (sunk ship)
10. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
Salon supply
11. Ross of “Happy Days”
12. Alpine home
20. Heat unit
21. Four Corners state
24. Blunder
28. Entertains before bedtime
30. Disney duck
32. Bazbeaux waiter’s reward
33. Camera type
36. Entice
37. Determined to succeed at all costs
39. Tropical birds
40. Pyrenees land
41. Permissible differences
42. Eye part
43. Stern or Cosell
47. Hicks
48. Fairy tale monsters
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