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The Noblesville Community Foundation, founded in 2020 by Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen and his wife Julie Jensen, recently presented The Jensen Summer Soirée — Vest Fest 2025.

The event was July 11 at the Embassy Suites in Noblesville and raised $235,000.

The Jensens host the annual Jensen Summer Soirée to benefit local nonprofits. Each year, beneficiaries are selected, along with three legacy beneficiaries. To date, the event has raised more than $900,000.

The 2025 beneficiaries were Ben’s Ranch Foundation, Same As U and IGNITE Transform. The legacy beneficiaries are the Noblesville Youth Sports Alliance, the Noblesville Fire Department and the Noblesville Police Department.

“We are grateful to our supporters for sharing our pride and commitment to the community that we all love so much,” Chris Jensen stated. “Because of the support we’ve received year over year, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant Noblesville. Making investments in our local nonprofits and the meaningful work they’re doing to improve and enhance our community deserves to be supported and celebrated.”

For more about the event and beneficiaries, visit youarecurrent.com/?p=258528.

Guests attend the 2025 Jensen Summer Soirée. (Photos courtesy of the City of Noblesville)

The theme for the 2025 Jensen Summer Soirée was “Vest Fest” — a nod to Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen, who has more than 40 vests in his closet.

IGNITE Transform President and founder Mary Beth Woehrle, left, and Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen.

Same As U Executive Director Jennifer Sell, left, and Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen.

Ben’s Ranch founder and Executive Director Brose McVey, left, and Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen.

Noblesville ILEARN scores show improvement

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

The Indiana Department of Education released spring ILEARN standardized test scores July 16 for grades three through eight, and results for Noblesville Schools students showed improvement compared to 2024.

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The district’s average English language arts proficiency score was 60.2 percent, compared to 59.2 percent in 2024. For math, the district’s average proficiency score was 54.3 percent in 2024 and 56.7 percent this year.

Noblesville Schools Assistant Superintendent of Learning Ryan Rich said the district continues to work to ensure students reach their highest potential.

“We’re pleased to see an increase in our ILEARN scores,” Rich said. “While this performance again places us among the top 10 percent of all districts statewide, ILEARN scores are only one indicator we use to measure academic performance. Our students continue to perform at high levels across multiple college and career readiness measures, and we’re confident we are preparing our students for a wide variety of future pathways.”

Statewide averages were 42.1 percent for math and 40.6 percent for ELA, according to an announcement from the IDOE. The announcement stated 2025 statewide results show that math proficiency has increased since 2021 across all grade levels, while ELA proficiency has remained “relatively flat.”

Indiana Secretary of Education Katie Jenner said there is an

“urgent need” for ELA support for middle school students.

“It is essential that our schools and parents/families continue to work together and stay laser-focused on increasing student learning and success,” Jenner stated.

Jenner said a new ILEARN program will launch in 2026 to provide a beginning, middle and end-of-year look at student performance.

“This will be key to knowing early and often if a student has mastered certain knowledge or skills, or if they may still be struggling, ensuring the student has increased, personalized support,” Jenner stated.

According to the 2025 results provided by the IDOE, the percentage of the 4,747 Noblesville students tested who were proficient in ELA, by grade level was 57.4 percent for third grade, 56 percent for fourth, 60.7 percent for fifth, 63 percent for sixth, 61.7 percent for seventh and 62.5 percent for eighth.

The percentage of Noblesville students by grade level who tested proficient in math was 62.1 percent for third grade, 60.8 percent for fourth, 56.9 percent for fifth, 53.4 percent for sixth, 51.3 percent for seventh and 55.6 percent for eighth.

The district’s SAT results for 11th graders also were released July 16. According to the IDOE, 72.7 percent of Noblesville students who took the test reached or surpassed the national benchmark, which is a decrease from last year’s 73.3 percent.

“We will be studying our SAT data further but overall are pleased to be among the top 6 percent across the state on this measure,” Rich said.

DISPATCHES

NHS expansion grand opening — Noblesville Schools recently announced that the community is invited to explore the new Noblesville High School expansion at a grand opening event from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at 18111 Cumberland Rd. Dedication remarks and a ribbon cutting will take place at 4:45 p.m. and attendees can tour more than 100,000 square feet of new and renovated space that will enhance student opportunities in STEM and performing arts.

Noblesville graduate receives scholarship — Noblesville High School 2024-25 graduate Claire DeRolf was awarded a $2500 STAR Scholarship from P.E.O. International to assist with upcoming college costs. P.E.O. International is a philanthropic organization that supports women’s education through scholarships, grants, loans and Cottey College. The P.E.O. STAR Scholarship is an award presented to a high school senior woman who demonstrates excellence in academic achievement, leadership and community service and plans to attend post-secondary education. DeRolf was sponsored by Chapter EH of Noblesville. She plans to attend IU Indianapolis and focus on a health-centered career.

Noblesville artist Frank Hindes unveils his new mural celebrating the Noblesville Sister Cities partnership with Noblesville, Nova Prata, Brazil, and Cittadella, Italy, in downtown Noblesville July 21. The mural was created by Hindes in partnership with Sister Cities, Keep Noblesville Beautiful, Noblesville Creates and the city. It is on 9th Street next to 9th Street Bistro. Noblesville SisterCities is a nonprofit committed to fostering global friendship, multicultural understanding and economic growth. It hosted students, chaperones, mayors and other dignitaries from Nova Prata and Cittadella this month. (Photo courtesy of Aaron Head)

NOBLESVILLE AUGUST EVENTS

BOUTIQUE BARGAIN BASH

More than 40 local boutique businesses will be at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds in Noblesville, 2003 Pleasant St., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 3 for a day of discount shopping. All items will be at least 30 percent off. Admission is $5 and children 12 and under are admitted free. VIP tickets are $20 and include a tote bag with free items, a free drink ticket and early entry at 9 a.m. The first 50 customers also receive a canvas shopping bag with some free items. For more, visit varietyrowboutique.com/products/ boutique-bargain-bash-tickets.

STREET DANCE

The Noblesville Main Street Street Dance will be from 5 to 10 p.m. Aug. 3 at Federal Hill Commons in Noblesville, 175 Logan St. The family-friendly community event will have a free kids zone, live music and food vendors, among other activities. Admission is free. For more, visit noblesvillemainstreet.org.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

The Noblesville Police Department will have its annual National Night Out event from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 5 in the parking lot of 1700 Conner St. There will be food and beverage vendors and hot dogs, chips and popcorn.

PREVAIL GALA

Prevail’s Celebration of Hope Gala will be from 6 to 11 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Embassy Suites in Noblesville, 13700 Conference Center Dr. The formal evening will feature a live auction, dinner, dancing and an opportunity to support Prevail’s services. Since 1986, Prevail has assisted more than 50,000 victims of violent crimes. In 2021, Prevail provided programs and services to almost 4,000 survivors. Tickets are $175. For more, visit prevailinc.org/events/ gala-2025.

IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

The Hamilton County Health Department will host several Back to School Immunization Clinics this month to help families prepare for the school year. Clinics will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 13 and 27 at 18030 Foundation Dr. in Noblesville. The clinics offer a way to ensure children are up to date on required vaccines. Registration is required. Register at patients. vaxcare.com/registration with enrollment code IN5561.

County named survey winner

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Hamilton County was recently named one of the top digital counties in the nation by the Center for Digital Government and Government Technology magazine as part of the 2025 Digital Counties Survey, conducted in partnership with the National Association of Counties.

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Hamilton County Communications Director Tammy Sander said the county was awarded sixth place among counties with populations between 250,000 and 499,999 for its leadership in innovation, cybersecurity and resident-focused digital services.

“This award is a reflection of our team’s commitment to building smarter, more secure and more responsive digital government services,” stated Chris Mertens, director of information systems services for Hamilton County. “We’re proud to be part of a county that values innovation and puts technology to work for its residents.”

Mertens accepted the award at the NACo conference in Philadelphia earlier this month.

Sander said the annual survey honors counties that align digital tools with strategic priorities, modernize their systems and adopt emerging technologies.

“Hamilton County is proud to be recognized among the most forward-thinking counties in the country,” Hamilton County Commissioner Mark Heirbrandt stated.

“This award highlights the proactive investments we’ve made in technology to improve service delivery and protect our systems and data.”

Sander said the survey also highlighted key trends driving county innovation in 2025, including cybersecurity, AI, customer experience, data transparency and longterm IT workforce development.

NFD Lt. completes safety course

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Noblesville Fire Department Lt. Dan Milligan recently completed the Fire Investigation Safety Officer course in Apple Valley, Minn.

NFD Division Chief Trevor Hash said the course is an intensive, four-day competency-tested program focused on managing safety at large or complex post-fire scenes.

“The course provided the latest information on post-fire safety and best practices, equipping Lt. Milligan to serve as a designated safety officer during investigations involving significant hazards and risks,” Hash stated.

Milligan is a 21-year veteran of the NFD assigned to Station 75 on C-Crew. In addition to his leadership role, he has been involved in fire investigations for the past

seven years. He has certifications as a fire investigator technician through the International Association of Arson Investigators and as a fire investigator in the State of Indiana.

“Dan is an asset not only to the investigation division but also to the entire fire department,” NFD Division Chief Todd Estes stated. “He’s a lifelong learner who is always looking to expand his knowledge and expertise.”

Course topics included:

• Safety protocols before, during, and after investigations

• Hazard identification and risk assessment

• Health hazards associated with postfire environments

• Building construction and its impact on scene safety

• Risk reduction procedures

• Legal considerations and documentation

• Post-incident responsibilities

Chief Programs Officer for e.Republic Teri Takai, left, presents the sixth-place digital counties survey award to Chris Mertens, director of information systems services for Hamilton County at the National Association of Counties conference. (Photo courtesy of Tammy Sander)

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Noblesville Creates launches mural program

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

Arts organization Noblesville creates, a nonprfit, recently announced the launch of its Revolving Mural Program, an initiative designed to bring rotating public art to downtown Noblesville.

The first mural, “Pedals of Community,” is on display on the north side of the Judge Stone House in downtown Noblesville. Created by Noblesville resident Derian Cole, the mural features a red peony, sparrows and feathers.

“The red peony represents passion, honor and wealth, things I believe most Americans strive for,” Cole stated in a press release. “I included five feathers and five sparrow silhouettes to represent the fifth year of the (Indiana Peony Festival). Sparrows are symbolic of navigating challenges and adapting to change. That’s something we can all relate to.”

Noblesville Creates Executive Director Ailithir McGill said the goal is to rotate the mural every two months in the summer, spring and fall.

“These are made on a type of vinyl that gets heat sealed to the building, and it can only last a couple of months before it starts to disintegrate,” McGill said. “We’ll spend the winter thinking about what the 2026 cycle is going to look like, because the material won’t stick as well to the

brick when it’s cold.”

McGill said the program is a good option for digital artists.

“This kind of mural lends itself well to art that somebody makes conventionally and then scans to make a digital image, but it’s also a great opportunity for digital artists who don’t always have the chance to show in galleries,” McGill said. “As this program evolves, I look forward to showcasing less traditional artwork than what you might see around other parts of Noblesville.”

An application will soon be available for artists who are interested in participating. Although there is no confirmation on what the next mural will be, H. Ward Miles, a Carmel artist, will create a mural for the fall. All contributing artists receive a stipend for their work.

“Not only will the program mean that more artists are getting paid for their artwork, but it will communicate that this is a city where the arts are embraced and where artists can make it,” McGill said.

For more, visit noblesvillecreates.org/ stories/revolving-mural-program or contact amcgill@noblesvillecreates.org.

DISPATCH

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. Session topics include confidence and credibility in leadership; making connections that matter; building influence through relationships; executive thinking for nonexecutives; 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 a professional who has made significant contributions to empowering women and had a meaningful impact on her organization and community. Nominations can be submitted through Aug. 4 at indianachamber.com/empower-award. View the agenda or register at indianachamber. com/conferences.

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Derien Cole with his mural “Pedals of Community.” (Photo courtesy of Noblesville Creates)

Deceased Westfield man implicated in memorabilia hoax

By Leila Kheiry and Ann Marie Shambaugh Leila@youarecurrent.com, AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

A Westfield man allegedly implicated in a national multimillion-dollar sports memorabilia hoax apparently killed himself the day after Westfield Police Department officers executed a search warrant July 15 at his business on South Park Drive.

INVESTIGATION

In the post, Lemieux claimed that Dominique Ball of Carmel played a major role in the scheme. Ball, who operated the Authentic Sports Collectibles shop at Carmel City Center from 2012 to 2014, was the “sole person” who put 100,000 items into the market with counterfeit Tom Brady signatures on them, the post states.

Current attempted to reach Ball for comment but did not receive a response. WPD and the FBI declined to comment on whether Ball or others are also being investigated.

According to a news release from the City of Westfield, the search warrants were related to the alleged counterfeit sports memorabilia scheme. On July 16, a second search took place at a location in the 300 block of Hoover Street, and upon arrival officers found the man, later identified by the Hamilton County Coroner’s Office as Brett Lemieux, 45, deceased with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The Westfield Police Department is leading the investigation and declined to disclose any information beyond a brief statement released July 16.

Lemieux posted a lengthy statement on the Facebook group Autographs 101 the day of the first search warrant. The post has since been deleted, but screenshots are still circulating.

In the statement, Lemieux wrote that through the company Mister Mancave, he — along with others he named — had sold more than 4 million counterfeit stickers and holograms to collectors, surpassing $350 million in sales over the past 20 years.

Lemieux wrote that those items were fraudulently authenticated using auto pens that can digitally mimic signatures and bootlegged technology. He wrote that there was between $500 and $700 million worth of merchandise in the building when police executed the search warrant.

“There will be photos of this bust, I’m sure of it,” he wrote. “If it was fanatics, they may try to bury it all, but the Westfield Police Department came today at 9 a.m. with semitrucks. I hope no one tries to hide this. I want to expose it all and how big of an operation — you all knew (it) was going on but grasp how big it was. I wish I could write a book about this.”

The scope of the scheme has stunned collectors and dealers of sports memorabilia, but the numbers cited by Lemieux in the post have been disputed by some.

According to a report in The Athletic, Florida-based sports platform Fanatics was aware of Lemieux and the alleged counterfeiting scheme for several years and assisted law enforcement in the investigation. Zohar Ravid, Fanatics president of specialty business and new ventures, told The Athletic he does not believe Lemieux and his associates counterfeited “millions upon millions” of items, as Lemieux’s Facebook post claimed.

“If the numbers were real, we wouldn’t have waited years to put that much pressure on,” Ravid said. “These aren’t the numbers. It’s grossly exaggerated to make a statement. The problem is real. The extent and the scale of it is less than what is being presented, but it is symbolic of what is happening in the industry.”

Fanatics did not make Ravid or anyone else available for an interview with Current, but the company issued a statement about the incident.

“Unfortunately, bad actors exist in every consumer industry,” the statement reads. “In this case, the best way for collectors to know that they are buying officially licensed, 100% authenticated memorabilia, especially online, is to buy from a reputable primary source.”

This is not the first time Lemieux’s business ventures have been investigated. In 2013, the then-Attorney General Greg Zoeller filed a lawsuit against Ultimate Sports Connection after the business failed to fulfill customers’ orders. A Hamilton County judge ordered Lemieux to pay restitution to the victims, who reported losses of $13 to $450, according to news reports.

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DNA 5K supports cold case investigations

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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. The fundraising event raises money for advanced DNA testing to assist cold case investigations.

FUNDRAISER

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.

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 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.”

The 5K is open to the public. Register at DNA5K.com.

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Flower Markets return to city

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

The Indiana Peony Festival, a nonprofit with a mission to inspire residents to celebrate the state flower, will host Noblesville Flower Markets once a month, starting July 31, at Seminary Park in Noblesville, 350 S. 10th St.

FLORALS

Markets will run from 5 to 8 p.m. July 31, Aug. 28, Sept. 25, Oct. 30 and Dec. 5.

The markets, sponsored by Ace Hardware, will feature seasonal, locally grown flowers, artisan goods, live music, food and beverages, among other items.

IPF Associate Director Mackenzie Alexiou said flower markets have come a long way since the organization started hosting them in 2023.

“We’ve definitely done some upgrades,” Alexiou said. “At first it started in downtown alleyways, and it was small and intimate, but this is the second year we’ll have them at Seminary Park. We’ve increased our vendor count, added more food options and now have themes for each market.”

This year’s themes are:

• July: Picnic in the Park

• August: Back to School to celebrate the Millers turning 100

• September: Fall

• October: Halloween

• December: Collaboration with the city for Lights over Seminary Alexiou said the goal is to show that the nonprofit offers more than its annual peony festival.

“We want to show people that we’re not just a one-day event,” Alexiou said. “With us being a nonprofit, we are here to help beautify the community all year round.”

For more, visit indianapeonyfestival.com.

County acquires Sheridan Airport

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The Hamilton County Board of Commissioners recently acquired the Sheridan Airport in Adams Township, 3 miles north of Sheridan. The transfer of ownership became effective July 14.

AVIATION

Hamilton County Communications Director Tammy Sander said the public-use airport opened in 1948. It features a 3,760foot paved runway and a hangar capable of housing multiple aircraft. It is the second airport under county ownership, joining Indianapolis Executive Airport in Zionsville.

Hamilton County Councilor Brad Beaver said the acquisition is a strategic investment in the county’s future.

“Indianapolis Executive Airport continues to see an increase in business jet traffic,” Beaver stated. “By contrast, Sheridan Airport will serve piston-engine aircraft. It gives us the flexibility and space we need to support growth across all sectors —

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Sander said the acquisition is part of the county’s ongoing efforts to meet the increasing aviation needs of both public and private sectors.

“Hamilton County currently sees more than 41,000 aircraft movements annually, a number expected to grow with the county’s continued population and economic expansion,” Sander stated. “With close proximity to the U.S. 31 corridor, the Sheridan Airport will help increase aircraft storage and ease congestion at other nearby facilities.”

Each flower market will feature fresh cut flowers. (Photo courtesy of Mackenzie Alexiou)

Aerial view of the Sheridan Airport. (Photo courtesy of Tammy Sander)

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Roadmap to trust funding, Medicaid protection

Commentary by Christine Stolle

When planning for your future, it’s important to understand the roles of a Revocable Living Trust (RLT) and a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT). An RLT helps avoid probate and ensures your assets transfer smoothly to your heirs but does not protect assets from long-term care costs or Medicaid eligibility rules. In contrast, a MAPT is designed to shield your assets from Medicaid spend-down requirements after a five-year look-back period, preserving wealth for your loved ones.

Why funding your trust matters

A trust — whether revocable or irrevocable — only works if it’s properly funded. If assets aren’t retitled into the trust, they remain vulnerable to probate, creditors, or Medicaid spend-down. Funding your trust is simply the process of transferring assets into the trust’s name, ensuring they receive the intended protections. What is a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust?

A MAPT is an irrevocable trust that protects assets from long-term care costs while helping you qualify for Medicaid. While you give up direct ownership, you appoint a trustee—often a trusted family member or professional—who manages the assets. You retain the right to live in your home and can receive income from trust assets. Upon your death, the assets pass to your beneficiaries outside of probate.

Key benefits of a MAPT:

• Avoid probate: Assets in the MAPT bypass probate, saving time, money, and stress for your loved ones.

• Protect privacy: Unlike wills, trusts are private documents.

• Preserve out-of-state property: Avoids probate in multiple states.

• Protect against scams: Assets aren’t in your direct control, reducing vulnerability to fraud or undue influence.

• Medicaid eligibility: Assets in the MAPT (after five years) are not counted for Medicaid, helping preserve your estate.

• Safeguard your home: Protect your home from Medicaid estate recov-

ery after death if it’s been in the trust for five years.

• Maintain control: While the trust owns the assets, your trustee manages them according to your wishes.

• Protect family wealth: Ensures assets go to your heirs rather than being spent on long-term care costs. The five-year look-back rule Medicaid reviews financial transfers over the five years before applying. Any transfers to a MAPT during this period can result in a penalty. The five-year clock starts when you fund the trust— not when you sign it. Early planning is essential.

What does “funding the trust” mean?

Funding means retitling assets into the trust’s name, including:

• Real estate

• Bank and investment accounts

• Life insurance policies

• Personal property

• Business interests (case by case) Assets not properly transferred remain exposed to probate and Medicaid spend-down.

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Summer wellness tips for seniors

Commentary by David Stordy

After an Indiana winter, summer sunshine feels like a gift. But when the heat kicks in, it’s more than just uncomfortable -- it can pose real risks to your health.

As we age, our bodies don’t regulate temperature as well. You might not feel thirsty even when you’re dehydrated. Conditions like heart disease or diabetes, or medications that affect circulation, can make it harder to stay cool.

A few smart summer habits

• Drink water often – even if you don’t feel thirsty. Keep a bottle nearby and aim to sip throughout the day.

• Keep your home cool

– Use air conditioning or fans and close the blinds during the hottest part of the day.

Conditions like heart disease or diabetes, or medications that affect circulation, can make it harder to stay cool.

• Eat light, cool meals – Avoid using the oven when it’s especially hot. Salads, fruit, and pre-cooked proteins are great options.

• Watch for signs of heat stress – Dizziness, fatigue, swelling, or muscle cramps are all signs to slow down and cool off.

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Medical use of psychedelic mushrooms might have benefits

Commentary by Dr. Carol Weesner

Boomers, blue meanies and Silly

Putty — perhaps the names take you back to the 1960s, elementary school bullies, or playing years ago with some wonder substance you had fun playing with until your mother found it stuck under the kitchen table. But alas, none of this is the case in this article. All the above terms are slang for magic mushrooms, or medically speaking, psychedelic mushrooms. Interestingly, after all the years of bad press and parental distress, they may turn out to be quite beneficial, in the appropriate doses and setting, of course.

Johns Hopkins University, among other universities domestic and foreign, has published several studies on psychedelic mushrooms in the treatment of depression, adding credibility to the idea. I don’t imagine they had any trouble finding volunteers for the control group, or for those who struggle mightily with depression and haven’t found a lasting solution. For those who haven’t had depression, count your blessings, because no one can truly

understand its depths and effects on daily life unless you’ve been so touched. The ingredient of note is psilocybin, which can cause alterations in perception, mood and thought processes. It is thought to act on serotonin receptors

in the brain (the same receptors targeted by drugs such as Prozac) that affect depression and anxiety. One of the most exciting findings is that one or two psilocybin treatments have been found to have rapid and persistent positive

effects, sometimes lasting up to a year. Research has shown the treatment to be safe in supervised settings, but temporary side effects such as nausea, headaches and anxiety may be seen. It is not recommended yet for schizophrenia or severe psychosis.

Those affected by Parkinson’s disease should take note as well. The University of California San Francisco has found that individuals with mild to moderate disease showed improvements in mood, cognition and motor function. Again, the improvements in these symptoms lasted weeks to months. Psilocybin has also been studied and shown promise in the treatment of various addictions. It is very exciting and promising that something so long maligned may benefit so many. Bell bottoms, short basketball shorts and Chuck Taylor shoes are back in vogue, too, so what’s next?

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Eskenazi doctor’s aging brain care program grows

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Dr. Malaz Boustani’s research on dementia care has expanded in the last year.

Boustani’s research led Eskenazi Health Aging Brain Center in Indianapolis to be established in 2008. The center combines research and clinical care, resulting in the rapid translation of research discoveries into clinical practice. The center works closely with the patient’s primary care provider and the multidisciplinary care team, consisting of physicians, nurses, psychologists, care coordinator assistants and social workers and develops a personal treatment plan for each patient. The plan includes medications as well as nondrug treatments to improve the quality of life for patients and caregivers.

also the family member or caregiver. So, when we developed the program, we wanted to improve the quality of life of the patients living with dementia and also the quality of caregivers and keep them in their homes and their communities as long as possible.”

A Carmel resident, Boustani said his team evaluated the program in a controlled trial and found that it worked.

“This program focuses on brain health,” Boustani said. “The brain is the only organ in the body you can’t transplant. The dementia syndrome is one of the most common problems to make you lose your brain, starting with affecting your memory and language. It starts affecting your emotion and then finally starts affecting your ability to function. Unfortunately, certain patients end up leaving their home and live the rest of their lives in an institutional setting. This doesn’t just cause a problem for the person that has dementia, but

“That led us to publish in the highly prestigious Journal of the American Medical Association,” he said. “I wanted to make sure my work didn’t stay on the bookshelf, so I converted it into a clinical program. This clinical program has been able to do exactly what we did in the original research study and was able to keep people at home much longer than other programs without jeopardizing the quality of life of the patient and the quality of life of their care partner.”

In 2024, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Innovation Center announced a new dementia care and payment model. It was developed, in part, by Boustani and providers at Eskenazi Health, who were part of the team that helped guide the payment model of care. Eskenazi Health became one of the first health systems to utilize the new care model. Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience is the first model established by the Innovation Center that directly ad-

dresses the needs of unpaid caregivers of those living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. The model aims to provide comprehensive support and resources for caregivers intended to help reduce caregiver strain and to keep patients in their homes.

“This month, this program or a prototype of it is now available across the entire nation and is delivered across 400 organizations,” Boustani said.

The GUIDE model became available on July 1, 2024, with Eskenazi Health being one of the first to implement it.

“Between 2008 and 2024, I worked with colleagues across the country and with the Alzheimer’s Association to make sure the program is available to every American,” he said. “The benefit of this program is it’s a win-win for everybody. If you are a patient living with dementia, it improves your quality of life. It prevents you from worsening your functional decline and your behavior and depression. It also prevents the stress and depression of your care partner. It reduces your need to go to the hospital inappropriately by almost 50 percent. It keeps you at home longer by at least 24 months. It reduces the cost of care substantially.”

Boustani said reducing insurance cost is why the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services support the model.

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Meridian Audiology: Built on trusting relationships and improving communication

Meridian Audiology LLC, a private Audiology practice, was founded by Dr. Alison Wyss, Au.D. and Kira VonBlon, M.S., after working together in an ENT setting for more than 12 years. The seasoned Audiologists strive to consistently provide premier care to patients with hearing loss, tinnitus and auditory processing disorders as well as those who want to protect their hearing from damage.

In stark contrast to the medical audiology world where patients are in and out in quick succession, private practice allows Ali and Kira to spend whatever time their patients need from them for their individual hearing healthcare situation.

sandwich from their hometown in Ohio.”

The Meridian Audiology Audiologists pride themselves on keeping up with and offering the top-of-theline newest technology in hearing aids, tinnitus and auditory processing disorder.

“The number of patient referrals, along with referrals from area Consierge and Internal Medicine Physicians speaks volumes to us,” VonBlon said. “We have the trust of our patients and many area physicians. They tell their friends and their patients about us, and we cannot buy that kind of loyalty and referral!” She goes on to say “We’ve also had many of our previous patients find and follow us to Meridian Audiology and that is a testament to our relationships we build with them. I even went on vacation this year and made a special stop along the way to bring a longtime patient back their favorite

W We are also available to speak to your local community clubs about hearing and hearing loss Dr. Wyss states, “We’ve done many presentations to community clubs in the area and the participants always appreciate our time in giving them information about hearing loss, cognitive decline and tinnitus as well as answering their questions.”

Meridian Audiology accepts most major insurances, offers convenient scheduling via phone, email, or online and are independent of other medical practices or hospitals. Hours are 9am-4pm MondayFriday by appointment only. T They are located at 911 E 86th Street, Suite 035. Phone 317-731-5386. Email info@ meridianaudiology com Website: meridianaudiology com

Pickleball 4 Parkinson’s set

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Indiana Parkinson Foundation program director Addie Cunningham views pickleball is as the sport that draws a wide range of interest.

“We wanted to create a fun, active and inclusive way for our community to come together in support of individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease,” Cunningham said. “Pickleball is a sport that brings people of all ages and abilities together, and it perfectly aligns with our mission to promote movement, connection and hope.”

So the nonprofit is using Pickleball 4 Parkinson’s as a fundraiser. The oneday tournament, set for Nov. 15 at The Picklr, 9847 Cumberland Pointe Blvd., Noblesville, features women’s doubles, men’s doubles and mixed doubles. Players compete in skill levels ranging from 3.0 to 4.0-plus, divided into two age divisions, 50 and older and 50 and under, Cunningham said. All proceeds benefit the Indiana Parkinson Foundation and their mission to support individuals and families impacted by Parkinson’s disease.

“The idea grew from recognizing how powerful physical activity and community engagement can be in improving the

lives of those impacted by Parkinson’s.

The Noblesville resident said several people with Parkinson’s will participate in the tournament while others will volunteer or be a part of the event through cheering on the participants. All funds raised through Pickleball 4 Parkinson’s will support the vital programs and services we offer across Indiana, providing exercise, encouragement and education to those affected by Parkinson’s and their families.”

Noblesville-based Indiana Parkinson Foundation has CLIMB, an evidence-based exercise class developed for  living with Parkinson disease.

“Our CLIMB classes incorporate many of the same types of exercises that pickleball encourages, but we haven’t included actual pickleball in the classes out of consideration for safety,” Cunningham said. “Pickleball isn’t a good fit for everyone with Parkinson’s.”

Registration for nonmembers of The Picklr is $65 per player. The first event is included in the registration cost, each additional event is $20. The Picklr members’ registration is $50 per player.  The first event is included in the registration cost, each additional event is $10.

For information about sponsorship, volunteering or to register to play, visit indianaparkinson.org/p4p/.

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Indiana Parkinson Foundation program director Addie Cunnignham and her husband, Eric Cunningham, will participate in the third annual Pickleball 4 Parkinson’s. (Photo courtesy of Addie Cunningham)

Resident enjoys several Sycamore Reserve activities

By Ken Severson editorial@youarecurrent.com

Better late than never. That’s how Sycamore Reserve resident Terry Klemann probably felt after moving into the facility in February.

A native of St. Louis, Klemann, 71, was content living in an apartment complex when she was having conversations with her two adult children about moving into a facility that was more elderly friendly.

Balking at first, Klemann decided to look at a couple of facilities, with Sycamore Reserve in Indianapolis being one of them.

“I really didn’t want to move,” Klemann said. “But my kids asked me to reconsider, and I said I’d take a look.”

After checking out Sycamore, Klemann fell in love with it and ruled out all other options.

“There was really no comparison between the (the other options),” Klemann said. “They are super, and they treat you really well.”

Klemann enjoys the food and service she receives, plus it’s pet friendly, something very important to Klemann because she has a Lhasa Apso named Lady.

Klemann, who has been single for nearly 30 years, also appreciates the social opportunities at Sycamore Reserve.

“(Sycamore Reserve employees) take you to the bank, pharmacy, the grocery

“There are also a lot of outings. You get a weekly agenda so you know what’s going on be it bingo, happy hour, live entertainment.”

— Terry Klemann

store — really, anything you need,” Klemann said. “There are also a lot of outings. You get a weekly agenda, so you know what’s going on, be it bingo, happy hour, live entertainment.”

Klemann moved to Indianapolis several years ago to be near a younger sibling who had an illness. Prior to that, she lived in Illinois and Upstate New York. She has a son in Arkansas and a daughter in New York.

Klemann also worked at Macy’s for nearly three years, but after her brother died, she thought of moving but chose to stay in Indianapolis because of friends. That’s when she moved into an apartment until her children brought up the topic of a senior facility with things to do.

“I can go swimming in the beautiful swimming pool and there’s a nice garden with pool parties and so many other things,” Klemann said. “If you’re bored here, it’s your own fault.”

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“No one wants to live in a nursing home,” he said. “No one wants to go to the hospital for just the sake of it and no one wants to burden their loved one. Everyone wants to optimize their quality of life, and this program fits all of that.”

Boustani said he and his wife each have family members who lived with dementia. Unfortunately, Boustani said the program did not expand quickly enough for his wife’s parents in Kentucky and his father and mother in Syria to take advantage of it.

The Eskenazi Health Aging Brain Care

“Through decades of research in brain health, we have learned that by reorganizing care, we can obtain better outcomes at lower costs,” Boustani said.

The team that helped develop the innovative model includes Boustani; Dr. Christopher Callahan, chief research and development officer of Eskenazi Health; Sandra Eskenazi Center for Brain Care Innovation; the Regenstrief Institute; and the Indiana University School of Medicine.

Klemann

TOTAL JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY

ARE YOU A CANDIDATE?

By: Dr. Leonard Buller, orthopedic surgeon and medical director of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at IU Health Fishers

Total joint replacement surgery is a common and highly effective procedure for individuals experiencing chronic joint pain, limited mobility and reduced quality of life due to joint damage. Most often involving the hip or knee, these surgeries are typically recommended when non-surgical treatments—such as medications, physical therapy and lifestyle changes—fail to provide adequate relief. At IU Health, total joint replacement is a cornerstone of orthopedic care, with expert surgeons performing thousands of these procedures each year. The surgery aims to replace damaged joint surfaces with artificial components, reducing pain and restoring function so that patients can return to the activities they enjoy.

WHO IS A CANDIDATE FOR TOTAL JOINT REPLACEMENT?

Candidates for joint replacement are evaluated based on the severity of their symptoms, overall health and personal goals. Patients considering joint replacement are encouraged to attend a convenient virtual educational seminar, which helps them understand their condition, treatment options and what to expect before, during, and after surgery. Our team works directly with patients to create a personalized care plan for their needs.

HOW CAN YOU PREPARE FOR SURGERY?

Preparation for joint replacement begins well before the day of surgery. IU Health provides comprehensive pre-surgery educational resources and has team members dedicated to ensuring patients and their support partners have all their questions answered throughout the journey. Patients undergo a thorough medical evaluation to ensure they are healthy enough for the procedure. This includes reviewing medications, conducting blood tests and assessing cardiovascular and pulmonary function. Preparing the home for recovery is also important—this may involve removing trip hazards, installing safety equipment like grab bars, and arranging for help with daily tasks during the first few weeks post-surgery.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT ON THE DAY OF SURGERY?

The surgery itself typically lasts one to two hours and is performed under spinal or general anesthesia. Immediately after the procedure, patients begin a carefully guided recovery process that includes pain management and early mobilization. At IU Health, a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals—including nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists and case managers—works closely with each patient to ensure a smooth and safe transition from surgery to recovery. Most patients begin walking with assistance the same day or the day after surgery.

WHAT DOES RECOVERY LOOK LIKE?

Recovery timelines vary depending on the individual and the specific joint replaced. Rehabilitation begins in the hospital and continues at home or in an outpatient setting, with physical therapy playing a key role in regaining strength, flexibility and independence. Patients gradually transition from using assistive devices such as walkers or crutches to walking unassisted. While many people begin to feel significantly better

within a few weeks, full recovery and return to normal activities often take several months.

ARE THERE RISKS?

As with any major surgery, total joint replacement carries some risks. However, when performed at high-volume centers like IU Health, the risks are low, and outcomes are generally exceptional. Most artificial joints function well for 20 years or longer, allowing patients to enjoy longterm mobility and quality of life improvements.

IU Health is recognized nationally for its comprehensive joint replacement program, offering patients access to advanced surgical techniques, innovative research and coordinated care throughout the entire journey. With a strong focus on patient education and individualized treatment plans, IU Health helps patients navigate the joint replacement process with confidence. By choosing a trusted healthcare partner and preparing thoroughly for the experience, patients can look forward to life with less pain, better function, and a renewed sense of independence. Learn more about Indiana’s most preferred destination for total joint care at iuhealth.org/orthopedics.

Dr. Leonard Buller

Author mixes

love of books and horse racing

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Catherine Besaw was able to marry her love of books and horse racing.

At 76, the Carmel resident wrote her first book, “Worth Fighting For — a Bluegrass Romance,” which was published in April.

“My 7-year-old granddaughter wants to be an artist,” Besaw said. “I tell her, ‘Don’t wait to be in your 70s like me.’”

Besaw said the original format for the book started more than 30 years ago, but she never quite completed it.

“It was just something fun to do,” said Besaw, who also owns small shares in horses for fun. “When COVID hit, I moved into a new home on the day everything shut down (in March 2020). There was nothing much to do and I pulled out the old book, which was dated in so many formats, and I just started to write.”

During that time, Besaw met Noblesville resident Myra Levine, who has published two books. Levine also is a writing coach.

“She convinced me that I could actually write a book, that I could publish, and she would help me every step of the way, and she did.” Besaw said. “When I look at the first draft now, it was so amateurish. It just grew and developed. Myra helped me proofread and get it published through Amazon.”

Besaw said the first draft sat dormant for years,

“I was a working mother,” she said. “I didn’t honestly think that people would be interested in what I have to say and just needed something.”

Besaw said the book focuses on two things she loves — Kentucky and horse racing.

Besaw, who moved to Carmel in 1991, lived in Lexington, Ky., for seven years. She previously lived in Lake County in Indiana in the 1970s and worked for a man who owned horses and was half-owner of a farm in Lexington. Besaw’s husband, Gary, enjoyed horse racing, so they developed a friendship.

“I would work with his partner and do the secretarial work and he and my husband would go

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Catherine Besaw with thoroughbred Seize the Grey in January. (Photo courtesy of Catherine Besaw)

to the races,” she said. “We fell in love with Lexington and moved there and I worked for a man named Robert Clay.”

Clay owned Three Chimneys Farm before selling it in 2013.

The book’s plot centers on a couple, Brett and Perry, who have a bitter argument and are separated. Perry has a thoroughbred horse farm.

“The only purpose of throwing in when Perry sees a murder is to put them back together because Brett is a police detective,” Besaw said. “I had to get them back to living in the same house and that was for protection.”

She is working on a second book, “Worth Believing In,” that develops other characters in the first book. She said she wants to finish it by the end of the year.

“I like romance. I love happy endings,” she said. “I like mysteries. I lead a book club through the Newcomers Club of Carmel.”

After retiring from her work in office, Besaw worked in two scrapbook shops that both closed, and then worked parttime at Carmel Clay Public Library but had to quit because of her back issues.

“There’s a lot of bending to put books on the shelf,” she said.

SEIZING THE MOMENT

Catherine Besaw became involved with MyRacehorse, where people can own micro-shares of horses.

At first, Besaw was skeptical when her husband told her about it, but then she did more research.

“I said, ‘You know we are never going to own a racehorse on our own, so let’s do it,’” she said. “He bought a couple shares in horses and so did I.”

Besaw has shares in eight horses.

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Preakness winner Seize the Grey. They now have shares in the breeding rights for Seize the Grey.

They bought the racing shares when the horse was 1 year old. Seize the Grey has more than 2,000 owners.

“That’s typically when you are going to buy your share when they are 1 year old,” she said. “You don’t do it for profit.”

There are perks, such as special trips to Keeneland in Lexington or Saratoga (N.Y), and if your horse wins, you get to go into the winner’s circle. That happened July 5 when a horse she has shares in, Elite Heat, won a maiden race at Horseshoe Indianapolis on the day of the Indiana Derby. She also visited Seize the Grey at Gainesway farm in January.

“It’s a hobby and you don’t make money off a hobby,” she said.

“Worth Fighting For” is Catherine Besaw’s debut novel. (Photo courtesy of Catherine Besaw)

Stratford resident Terry devoted to helping others

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Sharon Terry has survived two heart attacks and two bouts of cancer but is still going strong at 87.

The Statford resident has led a life devoted to volunteering.

Terry has lived at The Stratford for four years. The longtime Carmel resident worked at The Stratford when it opened in 2008 as a part-time concierge.

“I was there the very first night it opened,” she said. “I lived in the Village of WestClay and I knew the person that was building The Stratford because she lived in the village.”

She previously worked in the Village of WestClay, starting in 2000. She and her husband moved to the Village of WestClay in 2004.

“I knew the marketing director and I was there two weeks after it opened,” Terry said. “There were 200 people in there because everyone wanted to see it. I said, ‘You need some help.’”

So, the marketing director asked if Terry wanted to work there.

“I had never worked other than being a nurse,” she said.

But after talking with her husband, she decided she did want to work in The Village of WestClay Information Center. She helped start Breakfast with Santa, an ice cream social and a croquet tournament.

Before working at The Village of WestClay, her only job was being a nurse.

Terry has four sons, who she said all have successful careers

Her son, David Broecker, was the quarterback on Carmel High School’s first state championship football team in 1978. He played football at Wabash College and then went on for postgraduate work at MIT and University of Chicago.

Her second son, Tom Broecker, attended Yale University and is head costume designer for “Saturday Night Live.”

“As my husband said, we went 11 years without a new car because they

were all in these private colleges,” Terry said.

Her third son, Ed Broecker, is a lawyer and Zionsville resident. After a divorce, she had a fourth son, John Terry, who came from her second marriage to Steve Terry. A lawyer, Steve died at age 96 in 2019.

“Steve adored the boys and they adored him,” Terry said. “We had a rule in our house that if you don’t make the honor roll, you can’t play sports. We never had any trouble.”

David. Ed and John played football and Tom played tennis at CHS.

Terry was a nurse at St. Vincent but quit after her second son was born. She got divorced when her first three sons were young and moved back to the Indianapolis area after living in New York.

She worked as a nurse for an ear, nose and throat doctor. She and Steve moved to Carmel in 1971 after getting married. All four sons graduated from CHS.

Terry served two terms on the Carmel Clay Schools Board of Trustees. She also helped start Coxhall Guild to support Coxhall Gardens and Mansion.

The only thing that has slowed Terry recently was a second hip replacement. Her femur broke when she was moved

Sharon Terry’s book “Oh My! What a Life!” was published in 2010. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)

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to the operating table. She developed lymphedema, which occurs when lymph fluids build up, which sometimes causes swelling.

“When I had the first cancer, they took out all the lymph nodes in my groin,” she said.

The first cancer was metastatic squamous cell, a type of skin cancer, and the second cancer occured three years later. It was metastatic ovarian cancer.

“I had radiation, chemotherapy and never had another cancer,” she said.

Sharing memories

For her eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, Sharon Terry decided to write a book, so they would have her memories.

“Oh My! What a Life!” was published in 2010.

“One of my sons gave me a book on how to write a book on your life story,” she said. “I would write one or two pages when I went to Florida, but then my grandson, who was 11 then, said, ‘I didn’t know you were poor growing up.’ After that, I decided I had to get busy (writing).”

The book follows Terry growing up in poverty as the youngest of seven children. Her father died when she was 9 years old.

Her mother remarried when Terry began high school and then moved from Washington to Poseyville. She graduated from Poseyville High School with 29 students in her graduating class.

After her second marriage, Terry began volunteering. She volunteered at Saint Elizabeth Seaton Catholic Church and at Carmel Middle School.

“They didn’t have a paid nurse, so I volunteered as a school nurse,” she said.

“I did that for a couple of years and then spent 13 years on the PTO. Then they gave me a plaque for 13 years of devotion to Carmel Middle School.”

Terry then became president of the CHS PTO and an elementary school PTO. In 1984, her husband suggested she run for school board.

She has continued volunteering at The Stratford. She is an elected member of the resident advisory council, serving on dining, activities and welcoming committees.

“I love to stay busy, and I enjoy people,” she said.

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Addressing pickleball injuries

Commentary by Dr. David Sullivan and Dr. Kenneth Stumpf

ickleball, a game that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has rapidly gained popularity among older adults, particularly those 55 and older. Its social and physical benefits make it an appealing choice for maintaining an active lifestyle. However, like any sport, pickleball comes with its risks, especially concerning foot, ankle and calf injuries. Understanding these injuries and seeking professional treatment can help players stay active and healthy.

Common injuries in pickleball Ankle sprains: One of the most frequent injuries in pickleball, ankle sprains occur when the ligaments supporting the ankle are stretched or torn, often due to sudden movements or awkward landings. Older adults are more susceptible to these injuries due to decreased ligament elasticity and balance issues.

• Achilles tendinitis: This condition is characterized by inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel. Overuse during dynamic movements common in pickleball can lead to pain and stiffness, particularly in players who may not have engaged in regular physical activity prior to starting the sport.

Plantar fasciitis: Many pickleball players report heel pain related to plantar fasciitis, a condition resulting from inflammation of the plantar fascia, the tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. It can arise from the repetitive impact associated with pickleball and wearing inadequate footwear.

Calf strains: This injury involves a tear in the calf muscles and often occurs during explosive movements such as sprinting or sudden stops, which are common in the fastpaced nature of pickleball.

Risk factors for older adults

Players older than 55 face unique risk factors that can increase the likelihood of foot, ankle and calf injuries. These include:

• Decreased flexibility: Aging often

results in reduced flexibility, which can limit range of motion and contribute to injuries.

• Reduced muscle strength: As we age, muscle mass and strength tend to decline, making older adults more vulnerable to strains and sprains.

• Balance issues: Impaired balance can lead to falls and increased risk of ankle injuries.

Importance of professional treatment

Proper treatment and management of foot, ankle and calf injuries are crucial for older pickleball players. Consulting a podiatrist can provide several benefits:

• Expert diagnosis: Podiatrists specialize in diagnosing and treating foot-related issues, ensuring you receive the correct diagnosis and treatment plan.

• Customized treatment plans: They can create tailored rehabilitation programs that consider individual health needs and activity levels.

• Preventive advice: Podiatrists can recommend appropriate footwear, orthotics and stretching exercises to prevent future injuries. Encouraging active lifestyles Staying active is vital for overall health, especially in older adults. Although injuries can be daunting, understanding the potential risks and prioritizing foot and ankle health will help players enjoy pickleball safely. By seeking the expertise of a podiatrist, older adults can address any concerns, get back on the court faster and continue playing the sport they love.

In conclusion, it’s essential for pickleball enthusiasts aged 55 and older to remain vigilant about their foot health. With the right knowledge and support, they can minimize their risk of injury and enjoy the many benefits that this fun sport offers. Remember, prioritizing your foot care is a crucial step in maintaining an active, healthy lifestyle.

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Carmel resident’s book features comical country song titles

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Aretired newspaper columnist, Carmel resident Garret Mathews finds a way to stay busy.

Mathews, 75, has written several books and plays since retiring in 2011 after 24 years of being the metro columnist for the Evansville Courier & Press. Prior to that, he wrote columns and features for the Bluefield (W.Va.) Daily Telegraph.

“I like to think of it as a toy. It’s just fun for me,” he said of writing books and plays.

His latest book, released in June, is “Fractured Country Song Titles,” a series of humorous country song titles with illustrations. He doesn’t expect to make a lot of money from it but said he would be happy to get his book in Cracker Barrel, a Branson, Mo., gift store or get some country and western radio stations to discuss it.

“It would be nice to have some success,” he said. “It’s something to play around with. I’m a writer, not a book salesman.”

His first humor book was “From My Funny Bone (hopefully) To Yours,” a collection of 46 humor columns, in 2024.

“In 1971, what I really wanted to do was to write humor columns,” said Mathews, who graduated from Virginia Tech that year.

Mathews had hopes of writing a humor column for a metro paper. He sent samples but got a job as a reporter with the Bluefield Daily Telegraph.

“After a while, I got a once-a-week humor column there,” he said.

At the Evansville Courier, he wrote a mix of columns, some based on interviews, some on opinion and some humor.

“To me, the hardest writing to do is humor because it’s (the beat) of a song,” he said. “If your punchline is out of whack (the humor doesn’t work). With these (song) capsules, it’s the same thing. If you have one or two too many words, it’s not as funny.”

Mathews said it was fun to come up with the song captions.

“I started with the idea of doing 20 or 30, and then I got the idea to do 80 to 100 in the book,’” he said. “The

idea came in the 1970s and ‘80s when I occasionally wrote a column of silly country and western song titles. I wrote a couple columns like that in Bluefield and two or three in Evansville.”

After writing some more, he found a talented illustrator in Tim Eterno.

Some of the song titles include “Sleeping Single in a Double Bed,” “You’re the Reason Our Kids Are Ugly,” “May the Bird of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose,” “She’s Acting Single, I’m Drinking Doubles” and “Beer Never Broke My Heart.”

His theatrical play about the Civil Rights Movement, “Jubilee in the Rear View Mirror,” has been performed three times.

His books include “Swing Batta,” which was published by Michigan State University Press, is about coaching 10-year-old baseball players.

When not writing, Mathews enjoys spending time with his three grandchildren.

By his own admission, Mathews gets bored easily. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, he practiced juggling a 16-pound shot put and bean bags.

For more, visit pluggerpublishing.com and garretmathews.com

Garret Mathews has writen several books and plays. (Photo courtesy of Garret Mathews)

EARLY ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Noblesville Farmers Market welcomes kid vendors

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

Children are getting a taste of entrepreneurship at the Noblesville Farmers Market.

The market is held each Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon through Oct. 11 at Federal Hill Commons, 175 Logan St. Children can participate in Kids Day as vendors Aug. 16 and Sept. 13.

The first Kids Day of the 2025 season was July 12, and 33 kid vendors participated. Maggie Williams, who helps coordinate Kids Day, said children’s participation at the market grows each year.

“We have so many kid vendors,” Williams said. “It’s a lot bigger now than it was initially. They used to put the kids up on the stage at Federal Hill, and now we had to move out into a big part of the grass because we have so many.”

Williams said the day helps children understand entrepreneurship, which includes requiring them to pay a $10 booth fee.

“A lot of parents will have their child take it out of the money that they make, and it’s a good chance to get them to understand that when you’re running a business, you have to pay for things,” Williams said. “I think a lot of times they’re nervous when they first come to set up, but we make them feel comfortable. By the end of the day, they usually love it, and they’re ready to go for the next time.”

All Kids Days have several activities — including games, live music and crafts — for children who don’t participate as vendors.

“This past Kids Day was fun because our live music was in collaboration with Creative Adventures Music, so we had kids playing music up on the stage,” Williams said. “For our next two, the Fishers School of Rock will be there playing.”

The Learning Experience of Noblesville, an early education and day care center, sponsors Kids Day. The Learning Experience of Noblesville co-owner Neha Patel said her passion is teaching young children.

“If we can teach them to be explorative and develop their brain, that can go a long way,” Patel said. “Learning entrepreneurship at an early age gives them a sense of confidence and self-reliance. The kids are selling everything on their own. The parents are supporting them, but it is them

who are developing their marketing skills.”

Williams said children are getting creative with their products, which include baked goods, jewelry, candles and twists to popular sodas.

Noblesville twin sisters Ainsley and Beckett Scott, 9, were vendors July 12. They run BAM Headbands, a small business they started this spring, where they sell handsewn headbands.

“Our cousin Leslie showed us how to sew a pencil case, and we wanted to sew something else,” Ainsley said. “We found some fabric, and she saw the headband in my hair, so that’s when we got the idea to make headbands.”

Beckett said she liked selling their products during Kids Day because she learned

what designs people like and shared her favorite options. Ainsley also enjoyed talking to customers.

“I just like that a lot of people came up to us and were actually looking, not just looking and then walking away,” Ainsley said.

BAM Headbands will be a vendor at the Aug. 3 Noblesville Main Street Street Dance.

“We’re going to be selling some pocket buddies with positive cards, some bracelets and some stickers,” Beckett said. “We’re also going to have some new headbands.”

Lewis Scott, Ainsley and Beckett’s dad, said he enjoys watching his kids grow their business.

“I think it’s important just to show them that the sky’s the limit, and that whether it be entrepreneurship or something bigger in life, we will always be here to help support them and guide them through it,” Lewis said. “The financial aspect of BAM is awesome because our kids get to learn about money and savings and growing a business.”

The sibling’s mother, Sami Scott, said Kids Days is a safe place for children to share their products.

“I think it’s a great confidence builder,” Sami said. “On Kids Days, everyone knows that the kids are the leaders, and that allows the kids to gain the confidence to speak. It’s difficult in today’s world for kids to speak, especially to adults, and the

farmers market gives them a place where they’re not going to get a lot of angry people. It is an awesome thing to do.”

Next year, Noblesville Main Street plans to present Kids Days earlier in the year to avoid conflicts with school schedules. For more, visit noblesvillemainstreet.org/ farmers-market.

The Noblesville Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday through Oct. 11 at Federal Hill Commons, 175 Logan St.

Remaining dates are:

Aug. 2

Aug. 9

Aug. 16 (Kids Day)

Aug. 23

Aug. 30

Sept. 6

Sept. 13 (Kids Day)

Sept. 20

Sept. 27

Oct. 4

Oct. 11

ON THE COVER: Noblesville twin sisters Ainsley, left, and Beckett Scott at their Kids Day vendor booth July 12. (Photo courtesy of Lewis Scott)

A kid vendor works at her booth on Kids Day. (Photo courtesy of Maggie Williams)

Children have the opportunity to participate in Kids Day as vendors Aug. 16 and Sept. 13. (Photo courtesy of Matthew Doudt Photography)

Agency offers senior support

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

A Noblesville-based home care agency, Heart of Gold Home Care, is providing support for people 55 and older in the comfort of their homes.

the University of Evansville for four years, so I have a specific passion for health and wellness,” Stout said. “We provide personal trainers so people can get back to what they really want to do, like walk 3 miles a day or go to the golf course.”

Noblesville resident Miranda Stout, CEO and owner of Heart of Gold Home Care, said she spent more than a decade providing inhome health physical therapy and saw families overwhelmed by a lack of reliable care options. Heart of Gold Home Care offers long-term caregiving and respite services in Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Marion, Morgan and Shelby counties.

“We provide services such as bathing, medication reminders, meal prep, errands and transportation to and from appointments,” Stout said. “It’s tailored to what each client needs.”

Heart of Gold Home Care also offers inhome physical therapy services.

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The business accepts several payment options, including longterm care insurance, Medicaid, VA benefits and private pay.

“I want to give the elderly population a little bit of a better experience,” Stout said. “When insurance stops paying for physical therapy, they want someone to come out and keep helping them work on exercises. Our agency gives a private pay option now for them to continue working toward what they need.”

Stout said her background in basketball and in-home health drives her passion to help others.

“I know how all these systems work up, down and sideways, and if I don’t know, I will learn and I will get it figured out,” Stout said. “I’m very passionate about helping that generation.”

For more, visit HeartofGoldCares.com.

Center of Hope now open

By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com

Victims of abuse and sexual assault have a safe place to receive treatment and care in north-suburban Indianapolis.

WELLNESS ASSISTANCE

Witham Health Services celebrated the grand opening of the first Center of Hope July 10 at the emergency room campus in Whitestown, 6085 Heartland Dr., next to the Whitestown Municipal Complex.

Center of Hope is a specialized emergency treatment facility that provides critical, compassionate care to victims of abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, elder abuse and other forms of physical and emotional traumas. The center provides care for victims in Boone and adjacent counties, including Hamilton and Clinton counties. The location will allow first responders to immediately bring adult victims to the center without delays in care, according to Witham officials. Upon arrival, patients will undergo a forensic exam performed by specially trained sexual assault nurse examiners.

Becky Bradley, clinical director of emergency services for Witham Health, said sexual assault or physical domestic assault is one of the most vulnerable things a person can face.

“The Center of Hope brings together critical services, ensuring that every survivor, whether they’re brought in by law enforcement, our EMS, or even walking through our front doors, that they receive immediate, expert, trauma-informed care,” Bradley said. “These nurses are experts not just in evidence collection and injury documentation, but also human compassion. They understand the complex physical and emotional needs of survivors and they meet them where they are without judgment.”

Witham Health Services officials said the center will operate in collaboration with community leaders, law enforcement, advocates, survivors and donors. The center also offers follow-up physical and emotional care services, including counseling; support groups; legal advocacy; services that support long-term recovery; referrals to community-based resources; and crisis intervention services.

Learn more at Witham.org/CenterofHope.

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Home site reservations open for Noblesville community

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Epcon Communities is accepting home site reservations for its latest Noblesville community, The Courtyards of Hazel Dell.

HOUSING

The Courtyards of Hazel Dell has 111 home sites and four home designs ranging from 1,550 to 4,000 square feet. Prices begin in the low $500,000s.

The Noblesville Common Council approved the development in July 2024. Moveins are anticipated for late winter/early spring 2026.

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Amenities include a clubhouse, pool, fitness center and pickleball court. The community also will have direct access to Midland Trace Trail.

“This community perfectly fits what buyers have been waiting for in Noblesville and have come to expect from Epcon in the Indianapolis area,” Robyn Crawford, regional president for Epcon Communities in Indianapolis, stated. “The resort-style ame-

nities, low-maintenance living and private courtyards give residents a lock-and-leave lifestyle in a convenient area with a connection to the Midland Trace Trail.”

For more, visit thecourtyardsofhazeldell. com.

Moonshot to host card artists ahead of GenCon

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

Moonshot Games, a game store at 50 N. 9th St. in Noblesville, will present Moonshot: The Gathering beginning at 4 p.m. July 30 to celebrate GenCon, a four-day tabletop gaming convention that runs July 31 through Aug. 3 in Indianapolis.

GAMING

Jayson Manship, co-owner of Moonshot Games, said Magic: The Gathering, a collectible card game where people buy packs of cards with different characters and play against their opponent, is one of the most popular games played at the convention. Moonshot will host more than 12 Magic: The Gathering card artists, such as Mark Poole, Mark Tedin, rk post and Steve Argyle who will sign their card art from 6 to 8 p.m.

“There are all different kinds of cards and they have different values and art,” Manship said. “It has become a famous collectible card game where everyone from celebrities to kids play.”

The event is free to attend, but artists

will charge for signatures. Becca Scott, an actress who is well known in the tabletop gaming industry, also will attend.

“A lot of folks are migrating to Indianapolis for the biggest four days of gaming every year,” Manship said. “We’re inviting the artists from the game Magic: The Gathering because the people that do the art for the cards are celebrities in the GenCon space. It will be a cool place to be the night before the convention actually starts.”

Manship looks forward to bringing the excitement of GenCon to Noblesville.

“GenCon is a huge event and an international community, but it’s also something that not everyone in our own hometown gets to go to,” Manship said. “There are costs to go, and a lot of local players can’t or choose not to go downtown for that. This is an opportunity for them to be able to meet some of the artists and get their card signed without having to go to GenCon. I’m hopeful that this brings hundreds and hundreds of people to Noblesville.”

For more, visit moonshotgamestore.com.

Site map for The Courtyards of Hazel Dell. (Map courtesy of Epcon Communities)

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Wellness practice now open

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

Carmel resident Lindsay Zehren recently opened Copper Z Creative Wellness, a creative arts therapy and wellness practice, on the second floor of the Judge Stone House on the Noblesville Creates campus at 107 S. 8th St. in Noblesville.

MINDFULNESS

Zehren will have a grand-opening celebration from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sept. 5 with light refreshments and interactive activities for all ages.

Copper Z Creative Wellness offers community wellness experiences for all ages. It also offers opportunities for community members to participate in retreats, staff and corporate wellness sessions, music lessons, music therapy and other creative arts therapies.

Zehren, a music therapist, yoga teacher and reiki practitioner, said she started Copper Z Creative Wellness in 2024, but this is her first time having a physical space.

“I realized there was a gap in services for mental health in Indiana, and I wanted to help to fill that gap,” Zehren said. “Until now, I have been traveling to people’s houses. This location gives me a place to

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Zehren said the business caters to people looking for a creative way to approach health and wellness.

“Everything I do is geared toward people who may not feel like they’re creative or may feel that it is a big leap to be vulnerable and open themselves to creativity,” Zehren said. “I want it to be accessible for people, both physically and financially, but also cognitively accessible, too.”

Zehren will host a women’s retreat at Teter Organic Farm and Retreat Center in Noblesville Oct. 17-19 with yoga classes, a sound healing session and more wellness activities.

For more, visit copperzwellness.com or email Zehren at lindsay@copperzwellness. com.

Businesses coming to west side

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

The City of Noblesville recently announced via Facebook that several new businesses will be coming to the city’s west side.

DEVELOPMENT

According to the announcement, Midland Pointe, a 34-acre mixed-use development designed to enhance west Noblesville at Ind. 32 and Hazel Dell Parkway, will feature dining, wellness and convenience options. Midland Pointe is already home to a Wawa and Crew Carwash. New businesses coming soon are:

• Convivio Italian Artisan Cuisine — An Italian restaurant featuring handcrafted pasta

• Prime IV Hydration & Wellness — IV therapy and wellness services

• Nothing Bundt Cakes — A cake shop featuring decorated and customizable bundt cakes for all occasions

• Wingstop — A casual restaurant chain

specializing in chicken wings

• Swig — Custom sodas and treats

• Petfolk — Modern veterinary care with a tech-savvy approach

• Noble Wine & Spirits — A curated selection of wines, spirits and beverages owned by Indiana Liquor Group

• The Farmers Bank — Community banking

There is still one restaurant space available at Midland Pointe, according to the announcement.

Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen said the development is transforming the west side by creating new opportunities, including enhanced connectivity to the Midland Trace Trail.

“Midland Pointe reflects the positive momentum we are witnessing in Noblesville,” Jensen said. “I look forward to seeing this area continue to thrive through thoughtful and connected growth.”

For more, visit choosenoblesville.com/ developments/midland-pointe.

The Copper Z Creative Wellness space at 107 S. 8th St. in Noblesville. (Photo courtesy of Lindsay Zehren)

Legendary Guess Who vocalist to perform hits, new songs

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

For Burton Cummings, these words are music to his ears.

“People are saying, ‘Burton, you still sound like the guy on the records,’ and that aways makes me proud and happy,” he said. “That is something every singer wants to hear.”

Cummings, famous for being the lead singer of The Guess Who, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

The tour is named for his most recent album, “A Few Good Moments.”

“It’s a tremendous band I have,” he said. “It’s the best band I’ve ever had around me. Some of these guys I’ve been with now for 20 years. We do the big songs. We understand why people are coming to see us.”

Cummings said the band performs the signature Guess Who hits, such as “American Woman,” “No Time,” “Laughing,” “Share the Land,” “Undun,” “No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature” and “These Eyes.” After leaving The Guess Who, Cummings started a solo career in 1976. One of his biggest hits is “Stand Tall.”

“We do a lot of my solo stuff,” he said. “So, it’s a two-hour show. It’s pretty high energy and a lot of recognizable songs, that’s the main thing. We’re feeling this great welcome back feeling to the states, so it’s terrific right now.”

Cummings, 77, has plans to return in 2026 with former Guess Who bandmate and fellow Canadian Randy Bachman. Cummings and Bachman co-wrote nearly all of The Guess Who’s biggest hits.

However, Cummings’ focus now is the current U.S. tour.

“It’s basically the same show every night, although we do change it around a little bit from time to time,” he said. “But I love being on stage, and so do the guys in the band, and we plan to do this for

quite a while yet.”

Cummings said he spends time talking about the past.

“I talk to the audience and they find out things they might not already know,” he said. “Overall, we try to send the audience home happy. That’s our main goal.”

Cummings was glad to return to performing after the COVID-19 shutdowns in March 2020. He had to cancel a North American tour with Bachman in 2020 and there were tight restrictions when touring resumed. Cummings said he did get COVID-19 during that time.

“I was very sick,” he said.

But he is back feeling great and had several touring dates in the U.S. in 2024.

“One of the things that makes me the proudest is that the songs have never gone away,” he said.

Cummings said his favorite Guess Who recording is “No Time.”

“I think it has lasted well,” he said. “It still sounds like a rock ‘n’ roll song. I’m very happy with that. As far as my solo

stuff, my new album is my favorite in a long time. I think the songs are strong and my vocals are good. We are doing several songs from the album on the tour now and the reaction is tremendous.”

Cummings said it took about four months to record the album.

“Some of the songs were older than I had written before,” he said.

Cummings still enjoys the recording process.

“I’ve been making records for 60 years,” he said. “It’s one of the most important things to me.”

With so many different ways people listen to new music, Cummings said he and his band do whatever they can to promote it, in addition to live performances.

“We come at promoting it from different angles,” he said. “I’m very happy with the critics’ response. Everybody’s saying it’s a terrific record.”

For more, visit burtoncummings. com. Tickets are available at thecenterpresents.org.

‘WAITRESS’

“Waitress” runs through Aug. 31 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

FEINSTEIN’S CABARET

Now that’s Funny Comedy Night is set for July 31, followed by Divas of the Songbook Aug. 1 and Murder Mystery Night Aug. 2 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. All three performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

TOMMY DECARLO

Tommy DeCarlo, lead singer of Boston since 2008, and former Chicago lead singer Jason Scheff will perform at 7 p.m. July 31 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

‘MAN

ON THE MOON’

Fritz and the Tantrums will perform its “Man on the Moon” tour at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

DISPATCHES

Center Presents tickets on sale Aug. 1 — Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Aug. 1 for individual events in the 2025-26 Center Presents performance season at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets will be available online at thecenterpresents.org, by phone at 317-843-3800 or through the Fifth Third Bank Box Office at the Payne & Mencias Palladium, Carmel.

Concert to feature political folk songs — Carmel singer-songwriter and former U.S. government educator Mike Culver will perform at 8 p.m. at the Turntable at Indianapolis. The evening will feature a set of political folk songs addressing critical issues facing the U.S. Opening for Culver will be his daughter, Abigail Jane, a Carmel High School graduate and music technology student at IU Indianapolis. For more, visit turntableIndy.com. Tickets are $10 for ages 18-21, $18 for ages 21 and older.

Burton Cummings will perform Aug. 10 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. (Photo courtesy of Burton Cummings)

Head and Heart show set

By David Jacobs david@youarecurrent.com

A little more than 15 years after starting as a small indie band from Seattle, The Head and The Heart is touring in support of its sixth studio album, “Aperture,” and will perform Aug. 6 at Everwise Ampitheater in Indianapolis.

CONCERT

Co-founded in 2009 by lead vocalist Jonathan Russell and former vocalist Josiah Johnson, the band consists of Russell, violinist Charity Rose Thielen, bassist Chris Zasche, pianist Kenny Hensley, drummer Tyler Williams and guitarist Matt Gervais.

“When I first moved to Seattle, I was (waiting) tables in an Irish restaurant,” Russell said. “At some point, the band started doing little shows on the weekends. I don’t know if I ever really could have envisioned where we’re at now.”

After self-producing its first two albums, the band then signed with Warner Bros. They left the label after their fifth studio album, “Every Shade of Blue,” in 2022. Being free agents under new management, they had no deadlines and decided to take back the creative decisions

within their own band.

“We realized when making ‘Aperture’ we were ready to self-produce again,” Russell said. “We learned that we can do it on our own and it feels even more like ourselves. This band is capable of playing all types of music, but I think it’s most interesting when we don’t have an outside producer putting their touch on it.”

On the second leg of the ‘Aperture’ tour, Russell feels as if this tour is a “rebirth” for the band.

The Head and The Heart will be joined by opening bands Marfa and Wild Rivers. For more, visit whiteriverstatepark.org/event/ the-head-and-the-heart-aperture-tour/.

The Head and The Heart is set to perform at Everwise Amphitheater Aug. 6. (Photo courtesy of The Head and The Heart)

No point in hiding

Commentary by Terry Anker

Any one of us who has spent much time with contemporary television, film or fiction can point to our current obsession with the dystopian. We imagine our end of times not in a welcoming all-white, pearly-gate manner, but with vampires and zombies and each of us struggling to hang on to a life barely worth living. To be honest, the “Mad Max,” post-apocalyptic genre has been around for a long time. Some might suggest that even the Bible’s Genesis leans into the style. In short, they might hold, “The end is coming, and it is going to be terrible, so get ready!”

ESSAY

Still, we live in a modern age of exceptional marvel. In many cases, we have fully mastered disease. And our manipulation of our own physical limitations has been able to extend our lives despite our increasingly self-destructive exercise and eating habits. So, what makes us so bleak in our outlook? Why do we assume the worst?

For those of us who have made a few

trips around the sun, we remember the threat of a global extinction event. While Wikipedia defines it as “a widespread and rapid decrease in the biodiversity on Earth,” we all thought it would happen when the Russians sent nuclear warheads our way, en masse. Even as children, we all somehow knew that we would not survive by hiding under the desks in our elementary school classrooms. But just as we imagined that the solution was exaggerated, we believed the threat was real. It left us with a sense that even as the paranoia was justified, that hope was not.

Do the next COVID-19, countless global conflicts and economic meltdowns lead to constant panic? Is our extinction relentlessly looming? Yet if the desk cannot protect us, why would we go under it? What’s the point?

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

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

There is nothing funny about dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, but there is something humorous about all the commercials about various products to help memory.

HUMOR

There’s one guy on the Prevagen commercial who claims he is just “a normal guy.” I have seen him on other TV shows. Maybe he forgot he was an actor.

A new post in Parade magazine has me scratching my head. Literally. The author is a well-known doctor whose name I don’t remember but who claims that we need to be aware of signs that indicate declining mental ability. He calls these red flags. He claims you can notice these in the shower.

The only flag I am aware of that is mostly red is the flag of China. I have never seen one in my shower, but almost everything else in there — soap, sponges, toothbrushes, toy duckies and soap — was made in China.

According to the doctor, “You need to be aware in the shower of early signs of dementia, like forgetting if you applied body wash or cleanser first.”  Yes, he used the word cleanser, which makes me wonder if he was washing his body or his toilet bowl.

The author believes in a shower routine. I spend 3 minutes in the shower. Here’s my routine: Get in, get wet, get soapy, get wet again, get out. If I do spend more than 5 minutes in the process, I forget what body parts I washed, so I have to start all over again. This eats up a lot of time. That’s why I post a list on the shower door.

Here are other signs the physicians are concerned about and why this is making me, at age 78, a bit nervous:

“I

have admitted that I have found my keys in the freezer, my cellphone in the dog cannister and my wallet in the trash can.”

– DICK WOLFSIE

Putting items in unusual or illogical places. I have admitted that I have found my keys in the freezer, my cellphone in the dog cannister and my wallet in the trash can.

Inability to perform simple tasks like meal prep and getting dressed. When I first retired, I didn’t get dressed for a month. And when I first got married, I didn’t prepare a meal for 45 years. But I just found a recipe I might try.

Getting lost in unfamiliar places. What scares me is when I get lost in familiar places. Like the shower.

Confusion about the day of the week. I’m not confused. Like I said, I’m retired. Who cares what day it is? Except when it’s Tuesday and I have to put the trash out. Or is that Monday?

You should do whatever you can to exercise your brain, forcing you to focus and remember. Which is why I’m going to allow my wife Mary Ellen to remove her name tag that I stuck on her forehead.

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6. Change for a five

10. Queries

14. Penske Honda luxury line

15. Math term used with median and mean

16. “Go ahead!”

17. Nitwits

18. Give off

19. Part of SRO

20. Why is the pig an unpopular teammate on the Pacers?

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25. Tail motion

26. Poem

27. ___ Brothers Band

30. MCL dessert choice

32. WTHR morning show

33. Lewd look

35. Zilch

39. If a Hoosier is the victim of a crime, who do they call?

42. British noble

43. Grammar subject

44. Words of denial

45. Light brown

46. Kitchen utensil

47. Scatter

51. Banks or Young, briefly

53. Miracle-___ (plant food)

54. What’s the best thing about living in the rural parts of the Hoosier state (and why you keep doing the Current crossword)?

59. Guesstimate phrase

60. Days gone by 61. Spanish pal

64. Hoosier Park harness part

65. Heroic tale

66. IndyGo passenger

67. Bingo relative

68. Colts ticket specification

69. Pollster’s find Down

1. Unhappy

2. “Green” prefix

3. Spot for a driver’s drink

4. Hoosier National Forest growth

5. Miss Hamilton County accessory

6. Butler frat letter

7. Request at a Chinese restaurant

8. Word processor command

9. Cain’s brother

10. Sun-dried brick

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21. Possess

22. Cain’s mother

23. Bovaconti Coffee order

24. Hawaiian greeting

28. Inbox filler

29. Author Rand

30. Ivy League school in Philly

31. 401(k) kin

33. Indy Zoo roarer

34. Seine contents

35. Lymph ___

36. Next to

37. divvy patron

38. Start to physics or logical

40. Genetic letters

41. Domino dot

45. A couple

46. Music’s Yoko

47. Baby bird?

48. A trio

49. Pine’s sticky secretion

50. Budget, in brand names

51. Mideast nation

52. Throw out

55. Shapiro’s Deli loaves

56. Slangy refusal

57. Go-___ (small racer)

58. Muslim ruler 62. ___-Xer

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