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Local doctors assist children in Africa

By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com

A Westfield couple recently returned from a 10-day trip to Africa to provide eye care for children at risk of being enslaved.

MISSION

Dr. Kennedy Neukam and Dr. Tyler Penny are optometrists who practice in Hamilton County. Neukam specializes in pediatric optometry at Little Eyes Pediatric Eye Care in Carmel and Fishers, while Penny practices at VisionWorks in Carmel. The couple embarked on a medical mission March 21-31 in Ghana.

Neukam met Christy Farhar, CEO and founder of the Micah 6:8 Project, during a church retreat in 2024. The Indiana-based nonprofit supports a vocational training center and primary school in Yeji, a rural and poverty-stricken area on Lake Volta known as a slave hub in central Ghana. The organization teaches trade skills to reduce the risk of child trafficking and help end child slavery. While speaking to Farhar, Neukam realized she and Penny could offer medical assistance to the children by way of eye exams.

“They do a medical mission every March, but they’ve never had anyone from optometry or ophthalmology go,” Neukam said. “While we were there, we saw around 400 children at the school.”

The trip — which included members of the organization and nurse practitioners — took several days. The group flew to Accra, the capital of Ghana on the Gulf of Guinea. From there it was a 14-hour bus ride north to Yeji, with occasional detours when the roads were too damaged for the bus.

Neukam said the Micah 6:8 Project provides an education for children who otherwise might be forced into slavery.

“They can go to school all day. They get meals. They get health care and they get vitamins, supplements, water, all things that they didn’t have access to before,” she said. “We collected about four suitcases full of glasses that people in the community had donated to us. When we got there, we took a little bit of effort to kind of set

things up — there’s not electricity all of the time and there’s not water all the time, so everything is a little slower.”

Teachers from the school flagged children with vision problems to be seen first.

“We checked their muscle tracking and checked their visual acuity,” Neukam said. “There’s a way to check prescription by just measuring it — I measure the length and shape of their eye. We didn’t have very sophisticated equipment. I just had a bunch of loose lenses that I was able to take on the flight.”

Neukam and Penny also dilated some of the children who had scars in their eyes from trauma or viruses. They were able to provide children who needed corrective lenses with glasses and medicated eye drops for those with infections.

Neukam said although rural areas of Ghana can be dangerous, she felt safe with their group, which was led by a Ghanan native. And, she said, it was worth it to help the children.

“They are full of joy even though they have nothing,” she said. “They don’t know me, they’ve never met me but they let me

put an eye drop in their eye. They’re just like ‘Okay I trust you and I need help from you.’ I would say something they wouldn’t understand so they just smile and say ‘yes’ or do a dance or sing or skip. Some of them walk over an hour in the morning just to go to school. They’re just so happy and they really wanted glasses — they were very excited to get glasses. It’s really cool, putting glasses on a kiddo who has probably gone their whole life and just not even realized it. It was really probably the most heartwarming thing just to know, there’s so many tough things in their lives and this will make one thing easier.”

Neukam said they would return if given the opportunity.

“It was 110 (degrees) and we had no fan because we had no electricity. Most of the time it’s stagnant. I had scabies. But just to see them happy and eager to come get their eyes checked, just to feel like you’re actually doing something with the skills that you have, I think it was totally worth it,” she said.

Learn more about the Micah 6:9 Project at micah68project.com.

Dr. Tyler Penny, left, and Dr. Kennedy Neukam with students from Ghana. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Kennedy Neukam)

Special census back on

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The City of Westfield will resume plans to conduct a special census after receiving an exemption waiver to allow the U.S. Census Bureau to proceed with hiring enumerators and begin the process.

CITY NEWS

The Westfield City Council approved a $1.8 million fund transfer in September 2024 for a special census. City leaders said Westfield would recoup the money spent on the special census because of additional state reimbursements and an increase in population-driven taxes, such as road and cigarette taxes.

Although the city paid the special census fee upfront, the effort was stalled in early 2025 after President Donald Trump put a federal hiring freeze in place. According to a news release, the exemption waiver was secured through a collaborative effort between Indiana legislators U.S. Sen. Todd Young, U.S. Sen. Jim Banks and U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz.

Mayor Scott Willis said the city’s popu-

lation is underrepresented, which affects distribution of state and federal funds. The special census is expected to generate $1.6 million in additional annual revenue for the next five years.

“Westfield has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, and waiting for the 2030 decennial census would delay vital resources that our city needs,” Willis stated. “Certain tax distributions and permits, which are allocated based on population, are essential to supporting infrastructure and public services. By conducting this special census now, we’re ensuring that our city gets the representation and revenue it should.”

The special census is expected to begin in mid-September, with an online self-response period beginning in August. More information will be communicated as the special census date approaches.

The Census Bureau will hire temporary workers to assist with the enumeration process. Those interested in applying can fill out a form at westfieldin.gov/jobs to be notified when the job portal goes live.

DISPATCHES

Creek Stomps — Staff from the Westfield Department of Parks and Recreation will lead the exploration of Grassy Branch on Thursdays through July 31, excluding July 3. Attendees will learn about watersheds, invasive species, ecosystems and wildlife native to the area. An adaptive and accessible Creek Stomp experience is also available. Tickets are $5 per person and space is limited. Register at tinyurl. com/53m6emfh.

Career scholarship program available — Applications are now open for the Indiana Career Scholarship account program. The program is available to Hoosier students in grades 10-12 interested in internships, apprenticeships and work-based learning opportunities. CSAs provide $5,000 annually in scholarship funding to students enrolled in an approved program provider for the upcoming school year. The deadline to apply is Oct. 1, 2025. The program is administered by the Indiana Treasurer of State. Learn more at in.gov/tos/csa.

Food truck list available — The City of Westfield maintains an up-to-date list of all licensed food trucks on its website to

simplify the process for those wishing to hire a food truck for their event. The list allows event organizers and residents to easily search for food trucks that are in full compliance with the city’s regulations. Anyone wishing to hire a food truck for a special event will be required to secure a temporary use and event permit for $150 valid for up to three years. For more, visit westfieldin.gov/mobilefood.

Rock the Block — Westfield Washington Schools kick off the return of school with “Rock the Block” from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 1. The event brings together students, families, staff, local businesses and community organizations for an evening of games, activities and engagement. Organizations can participate by reserving a booth at the event to share resources, connect with families and celebrate the start of a new school year. Eligible participants include WWS departments and programs; school clubs and athletic teams; local businesses and vendors; nonprofits and service organizations; and community health and resource providers. Booth fees are $25 to $75 depending on size. Register by July 11 at bit.ly/2025RockTheBlockRegistration.

Westfield Education Foundation awards scholarship funds

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The Westfield Education Foundation recently awarded $107,400 in scholarships to 69 Westfield High School 2025 graduates, representing 10 percent of the senior class.

RECOGNITION

Scholarships were made possible through community partners, local businesses and legacy donors committed to supporting Westfield’s students’ futures.

“These awards reflect our shared belief in the potential of every Westfield student,” Associate Superintendent of Westfield Washington Schools John Atha stated. “They are a testament to what it means to be ‘Life Ready Rocks.’”

Recipients reflect varying postsecondary paths including science, education, agriculture, design, the trades, music and business. The Westfield Education Foundation administers 41 unique scholarships and awards each spring. The foundation will launch the R.E. Dimond Engineering Future Scholarship in 2026 to support students pursuing mechanical and electrical engineering careers.

“Supporting students today builds a stronger community tomorrow.” Westfield Education Foundation Scholarships and Grants Committee Chair Amy Pictor stated.

Since 1986, the Westfield Education Foundation has invested more than $2.5 million into Westfield Washington Schools through student scholarships, teacher grants and community support initiatives.

See the full list of recipients at wwswef. org/scholarships.

DISPATCHES

Touch-a-Truck — Children can get close to vehicles like fire trucks, construction equipment and police cruisers at the City of Westfield’s Touch-A-Truck event from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 18 at Grand Park Sports Campus, Lot F. The free hands-on event lets little ones climb into the driver’s seat, honk the horn and discover the exciting world of transportation and machinery. A sensory hour takes place from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Learn more at westfieldin.gov/398/ Touch-A-Truck.

Dinner Party on Union tickets available — Reservations are now available for the eighth annual Dinner Party on Union from 6 to 11 p.m. Sept. 13, hosted by the Downtown Westfield Association. Tickets are $400 per couple; $1,600 per eight-person table; and $2,000 per 10-person table. Tickets include a cocktail reception; dinner from Prime 47; and assorted desserts. Live entertainment, a live auction and a silent auction round out the evening. Proceeds from the event support the association’s mission of endowing, enhancing and enriching downtown Westfield. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at tinyurl.com/wbch5r6a.

From left, Westfield Education Foundation

Executive Director Ashley Knott, Sharon Hoffman Memorial Scholarship Hosted by WestMed recipient Audrey T. Wright and Craige Westover. (Photos courtesy of Westfield Education Foundation)

From left, Westfield Education Foundation Executive Director Ashley Knott, Zipparo Family BECIS Scholarship recipient William Harvey, Joanne Zipparo and Michael Zipparo.

Executive Director Ashley Knott presents the Xavier John McDonald Memorial Scholarship to Kylie Amos and Addison Miller.

Summer reading program

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Westfield Washington Public Library launched its summer reading program

LIBRARY NEWS

engaging events for youth participants. Programs range from science demonstra tions and magic shows to art classes and interactive performances. Events include:

• June 10 — Science heroes

• June 23 — Foam happy party

• June 24 — The Rope Warrior

• July 8 — Jim Gill, Music and Movement

• July 15 — Ada Jones, Art with Colored Pencils

• July 17 — Science heroes

• July 25 — Hobby Horsing USA

The programming is sponsored by Apex Benefits.

The summer reading program takes place though July 31. This year’s theme is “Color Our World.”

A foam party will take place June 23 at West field Washington Public Library. (File photo)

The program is open to all ages and is completed after 40 hours of reading or listening. Incentive prizes will be distributed to readers throughout the program as they reach specific milestones.

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WWS retirees celebrate 727 years in education

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Westfield Washington Schools recently honored 24 retiring educators and staff representing a combined 727 years in education.

RETIREMENTS

The 2025 retirees are Amy Clark, 30 years; Beth Hoard, 33 years; Carol Crame, 40 years; Cathi Barker 30 years; Charlotte Hall, 27 years; Chase Stinson, 29 years; Chris Rogers, 28 years; Cindy Keivel, 30 years; Jami Harris, 19 years; Jennifer Stevenson, 34 years; Jim Haywood, 27 years; Katie Harbison, 29 years; Kristi

Parrent, 32 years; Lisa Hudson, 20 years; Marcie Durbin, 52 years; Margie Ramey, 36 years; Melissa Rhodes, 23 years; Nora Bentivoglio, 33 years; Paul Kaiser,44 years; Stacy McGuire, 28 years; Teresa Hollis, 27 years; Teri Vander Wyden, 37 years; Vickie Perry, 21; and Wendy Sprout, 18 years.

The retiring educators spent the night discussing their time in the Westfield community.

“There are too many memories to name just one,” Vander Wyden stated. “I know I’ve made lifelong friends and hopefully made a difference in the lives of children.”

From left, WWS retiree Marci Durbin and Oak Trace Elementary School Principal Jane Hitch. (Photo courtesy of Westfield Washington Schools)

Kaiser honored at WWS

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Westfield Washington Schools Superintendent Paul Kaiser will retire July 1 after a 44-year career in education.

RETIREMENT

Kaiser was honored May 27 during a special event hosted by WWS. He joined the district in 2021, leading the development of the district’s “Destination Westfield” long-term strategic plan to address growth.

The event was attended by Westfield Mayor Scott Willis, District 39 State Rep. Danny Lopez, Beech Grove City Schools Superintendent and President of the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents Laura Hammack, former Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Bennett and educators from across Indiana. Hammack presented Kaiser with the Distinguished Hoosier Award.

During the 2025 legislative session, Lopez authored House Resolution 27, honoring the career and legacy of Kaiser.

The bipartisan resolution was co-authored by District 24 Rep. Hunter Smith and District 32 Rep. Victoria Garcia Wilburn.

Celebrating the retirement of WWS Superintendent Paul Kaiser, from left, are District 39 State Rep. Danny Lopez, Kaiser and Westfield Mayor Scott Willis.

(Photo courtesy of Westfield Washington Schools)

Kaiser began his career as a teacher at Kokomo Haworth High School. He became an assistant principal at Eastern High School in Greentown and was principal at Decatur Central High School in Indianapolis.

Kaiser also was assistant superintendent at Noblesville Schools before being named superintendent of Monroe-Gregg Schools in Monrovia. Kaiser served as superintendent of Beech Grove Schools for 13 years before becoming superintendent at WWS.

Kaiser said his retirement plans include spending time with his daughters and grandchildren and enjoying his favorite pastime, fishing.

Houston retires from WPD

Houston

The Westfield Police Department recently announced the retirement of Lt. Brodie Houston after a 40-year career in law enforcement, including 32 with WPD. Houston began his career with the Montgomery County Police Department and joined WPD in 1993. Over the past three decades he has served in key leadership roles at WPD, including operations commander, investigations division commander, assistant chief of police and lieutenant overseeing professional standards and accreditation.

Houston was honored with both the Medal of Valor and the Lifesaving Award in 1995. He also played a pivotal role in establishing WPD’s Detective Division.

DISPATCHES

Community Health receives Bell Seal — Community Health Network recently was awarded the 2025 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America, the highest level of recognition offered by the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to mental health and wellbeing. The Bell Seal recognizes employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces. To earn the Platinum designation, Community underwent an in-depth evaluation across four key areas: workplace culture, benefits, compliance and wellness programs.

Take charge of clutter in Westfield — Professional home organizer Cindy Garloch will host an interactive workshop with practical solutions for tackling household clutter and maintaining order at 10 a.m. June 21 at the Westfield Washington Township Building, 17400 Westfield Blvd. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to create a more functional and peaceful home environment. Registration is $24 and seating is limited. Register by June 20 at westfieldwashingtontwp.us under the program registration/special events tab.

COMMUNITY

DISPATCHES

Diaper drive — The Hamilton County Democratic Party will host a diaper drive from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 28 at EPIC Coffee in Carmel, 7249 E. 146th St. Residents can donate a case of diapers while connecting with neighbors at the event. All donations will benefit the Indiana Diaper Bank, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing essential diapering supplies to families across the state. Donations also can be made directly through the Indiana Diaper Bank’s online donation platform at givebutter.com/HamCoDemsDiaperDrive.

Jams at the Junction — Westfield’s outdoor concert series at Grand Junction Plaza. The summer lineup includes The 1985 June 27; Groovesmash July 25; The Flying Toasters Aug. 8; and Fleetwood Gold Aug. 15. Food trucks and shuttle service will be available.

Kids Summer Series — At 10 a.m. every Tuesday in June and July, excluding July 1, kids of all ages are invited to Grand Junction Plaza for music, face painting and play. The series includes Mr. Mik — Jump for Joy June 10, July 15 and July 29; Mr. Dan the Music Man June 17 and July 8; TAG Art Dinosaurs June 24; and Magician Rusty Ammerman July 22.

Movies in the Plaza — Family-friendly movies on the Great Lawn at Grand Junction Plaza include Moana 2 June 25; Despicable Me 4 July 30; and Star Wars: The Force Awakens Aug. 27. Movies begin promptly at 7:30 p.m.

Workout Wednesdays — The Westfield Parks & Recreation Department is teaming up with The Yoga Studio and Jazzercise for Workout Wednesdays on select Wednesdays throughout the summer. The all-level fitness classes are open to participants 12 and older. Formats include Slow Flow Yoga with The Yoga Studio or Move to the Music with Jazzercise. Advanced registration is $5 and can be purchased at tinyurl. com/4ys6mr4t.

Wiffle Ball at the Plaza — Swing for the fences during a series of free, family-friendly clinics hosted by the Westfield Parks & Recreation Department from 10 to 11 a.m. June 11, July 9 and July 23. Sessions include light stretching, basic skill-building and a lively game of wiffle ball on the Meadow Lawn field next to the playground. Reserve a spot at tinyurl.com/36xdc267.

AEDs installed at Hamilton County parks

FIRST AID

Hamilton County Parks and Recreation and the Hamilton County Health Department recently partnered to install AEDs — automated external defibrillators — in climate-controlled access boxes at seven local parks and recreation areas.

The health department allocated more than $55,000 for installation of AEDs in parks most frequented by visitors. Devices are housed in SaveStations — climate-controlled access boxes designed to withstand extreme weather conditions. SaveStations are located at the restrooms at Cool Creek Park; Potter’s Bridge Park; and Prather Park. Devices also are at the Taylor Center of Natural History; White River Campground; and by the aerial adventure area at Strawtown Koteewi Park.

“Ensuring the safety of our community is a shared responsibility,” Hamilton County Health Department Administrator Jason LeMaster stated. “By placing AEDs in our parks, we’re making life-saving equipment accessible to everyone, at all times.”

Use of AEDs does not require specialized training. The devices come with audio instructions when activated. Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Director Chris Stice said working with the health department is a proactive step in keeping park visitors safe.

“This is more than just equipment. It’s an investment in our community’s health and peace of mind. We’re proud to lead the way in making our parks safer for everyone.” he said.

Learn more about Hamilton County Parks at myhamiltoncountyparks.com.

Cool Creek Park is one of seven locations that now have an AED. (File photo)

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New home permits increase in central Indiana

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The Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis recently reported a 12 percent year-over-year increase in new home construction permits in central Indiana for April 2025, indicating a rebound in residential building activity

REAL ESTATE

According to the BAGI home permit report, 1,043 permits were issued across the nine-county Indianapolis region in April 2025, compared to 933 permits in April 2024. According to BAGI, the uptick reflects strong demand. Builders noted success in selling move-in ready inventory despite interest rate uncertainty and policy changes.

In Hamilton County, the City of Westfield issued the most new-home permits in 2025, with 95 issued in April and 495 issued since January.

In Boone County, the Town of Whitestown issued 90 new-home permits in April and 208 since the start of the year.

Permits issued from January through April include 152 in Noblesville; 144 in Fishers; 84 in Carmel; 67 in Zionsville; 28 in Lawrence; and 508 in Indianapolis.

“April’s permit growth highlights the resilience of Central Indiana’s housing market,” stated Chris Hancock, CEO of BAGI. “Builders are strategically responding to economic signals and buyer needs, ensuring alignment with market trends. This region remains highly attractive, and we anticipate sustained demand through 2025.”

View the permit report at BAGI.com/ Permits.

New home construction permits were up in April, according to the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis. (File photo)

Gourmet pastries are traditional treats, with a twist

By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com

When Ouassila “Marie” Kaced of Carmel sets up her booth each week at the farmers market in Westfield, she sells more than the average cookie.

SMALL BUSINESS

Kaced’s home-based business — O’lmond’s Gourmet Treats — sells pastries made from a family recipe passed down from her great-grandmother and deeply rooted in her family’s Algerian and European background. The treats are gluten- and dye-free and have become a favorite at the market.

Kaced said her treats — while called cookies — are not traditional cookies. She said the almond-flour baked goods are revolutionary in flavor and a new step forward in the art of baking.

“You can call it a dessert or you can call it a cookie, but for me, it’s more a luxurious dessert than just a regular cookie,” she said. “Because if you say a cookie, you think that it’s like a chocolate-chip cookie or an oatmeal cookie, but it’s none of that. This is very rich, and rich in terms of protein and benefits. We have turmeric, which is an anti-inflammatory and we have the matcha tea antioxidant. We (also) have cinnamon and all the benefits that can bring to your wellness.”

Kaced always made the cookies for family but expanded as a business after the pandemic. Over the past few years, she’s been able to evolve her family’s traditional recipe to add her own touches, with flavors like coffee, lemon, chocolate cherry, matcha, dark and white chocolate, cinna-

mon and orange blossom.

“I innovated a little bit of it,” she said. “I don’t want to use any dye or any artificial color, so I’m using all spices, fruits and vegetables to get the color I want or the flavor I want. They are gluten-free (and) they have a decent amount of protein. I’m working on a keto-friendly version and I’m trying to use as much organic product whenever I can.”

The cookies also can be packaged as gifts.

“It’s development for cookies, with a new renovation for how pastries look,”

Kaced’s husband, Joseph Faltaous, said. “That’s the idea, is to change the pastries of now.”

Besides the farmers market in Westfield, O’lmonds Gourmet Treats can be purchased online at almondsgourmet.com.

DISPATCHES

Owl Pellet Dissection at the Plaza

— Find out what owls really eat at a special educational event from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. June 18 and July 16. Children 5 and older will explore the fascinating world of barn owls through guided pellet dissections. Each participant will receive an owl pellet, gloves and all necessary tools to examine real evidence of an owl’s diet. Tickets are $5 and are available at tinyurl.com/ yp4k9452.

Brave the Barricades in Westfield — The City of Westfield recently launched the Brave the Barricades campaign to encourage residents and visitors to support local businesses by offering incentives for visiting local businesses affected by the closure of Ind. 32. The City of Westfield and the Downtown Westfield Association partnered with local businesses in a stamp campaign. People who make a purchase at a participating business will earn a stamp. At the end of each month through October, participants will be eligible to win $200 in gift cards. Learn more at 32connects.com/barricades.

Ouassila “Marie” Kaced sells her cookies, O’lmond’s Gourmet Treats, at the farmers market in Westfield. (Photo by Marney Simon)

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Community First Bank honored for community service

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Community First Bank of Indiana was recently named a recipient of the Indiana Bankers Association’s Commitment to Community Award, which recognizes outstanding community service and outreach by Indiana banks.

RECOGNITION

The C2C Award, presented at the IBA Mega Conference May 29, honors banks that spearhead service initiatives that can improve the lives of Hoosiers. The award recognized CFB’s 2024 community service efforts that include ongoing projects that originated in prior years.

“We’re incredibly proud to receive the IBA’s Commitment to Community Award,” CFB Vice President and Director of Marketing Lainey Schroer stated. “This award is meaningful to us because it reflects the heart of who we are — people who care deeply about serving our neighbors, supporting local causes, and investing in the well-being of the communities we call

home.”

In 2024, Community First Bank donated more than $174,000 through a collaborative effort with more than 100 nonprofits. CFB also launched a nonprofit learning series to build long-term capacity for local leaders. CFB employees volunteered more than 2,000 hours to community projects. The bank was selected for the award by a panel of independent judges who evaluated nominees based on the impact, innovation and sustainability of their community service programs.

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Community First Bank CEO Robb Blume, right, accepts the Commitment to Community Award from Indiana Bankers Association CEO Amber Van Til.

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A NEW VISION

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Jersey Street project next proposal for downtown redevelopment

Details of the latest project that would help change the face of downtown Westfield went before the Westfield Advisory Plan Commission June 2. Although the development received mostly positive reactions from the commission, some residents raised concerns.

The $106 million mixed-use development is proposed by Jersey 32, LLC. The planned unit development would include up to 225 apartments, more than 530 garage parking spaces, 43,500 square feet of retail and restaurant space and a 10,000-square-foot office space on Jersey and Poplar streets south of Ind. 32. The development would include a plaza and art installation honoring Westfield’s historical role in the Underground Railroad.

The project developer is Skender — a Chicago-based full-service building contractor — which would move its Indiana satellite headquarters to the building. Skender Vice President Brian Simons, who lives in Westfield, said a concept plan was first developed in 2023. Simons said he met with then-Councilor Scott Willis — who is now mayor — about moving the Indiana office to Westfield.

“(We) really view this as a partnership and we want this entry to downtown to be something that we all as residents and our businesses can be proud of,” Simons said. “Working alongside the city, we understand there’s an historic art initiative underway. We do have space programmed within our development for that. (We) view ourselves as a good partner and we want to make sure that we acknowledge and recognize the city’s history.

Westfield resident Melody Jones spoke in favor of the project during a public hearing before the APC. Jones lived on Mill Street for 40 years, and her former home is the site of a new restaurant under construction across from Grand Junction Plaza.

“Downtown Westfield is very important to me,” she said. “I just want to be on the record to say I am thrilled about this. I used to say all the time I’ve lived in Westfield during all the ‘shabby years.’ I’m really excited about coming into the golden age. I

love Mayor Willis’s vision for downtown. Old Town has put their stamp on Main Street and Union, and I think this is going to be a gateway into our downtown as you come in.”

But one of the city’s longest-standing residents expressed concerns. Judy Stanley has lived at 209 W. Main St. since 1948. Her home is on the National Register of Historic Places. Stanley said traffic and density could become problematic.

“I’m mainly concerned that, why do we have to have another apartment complex in that little area?” Stanley said. “We could have some beautiful homes, like Carmel has some beautiful homes close to their downtown area and so forth. We need more people downtown because they’ve left. Some of them have left because they couldn’t and didn’t desire the growth and so forth that’s happening. But I’m a stubborn Irish woman and I’m going to stay in Westfield. I’ve

raised five children here.”

The Jersey 32 PUD would include development of the north side of Jersey Street between Poplar and Mill streets, south of Ind. 32. (Image courtesy of City of Westfield)

For people who live downtown, Stanley said she would like to see more amenities, like grocery stores, restaurants and gathering places. She said she and some of her former neighbors and friends who have since left Westfield miss how it used to be.

“We want Westfield back,” she said. “They’d love to come back here. They’d love to live here again.”

Westfield resident Linda Nass also expressed concerns that the development is not in line with the city’s comprehensive plan for downtown subdistricts.

“The term ‘traditional downtown’ was used repeatedly in the plans and discussions for the subdistrict (in the comprehensive plan),” she said. “The subdistrict should maintain a distinct character that is unique to Westfield. A ‘homey feeling’ was listed as No. 1. I don’t know who thinks that this is homey, but buildings and streets should

CHANGING FACE OF WESTFELD

Downtown revitalization is part of Westfield Mayor Scott Willis’ four-pillar plan to guide growth in Westfield during his term.

Willis said those pillars — public safety excellence; transparency and accountability; quality growth and livability; and empowerment and improvement — are a roadmap for his administration, and each includes a long list of objectives and goals.

“The 32 Jersey project is an important piece of our downtown redevelopment plan and will provide much needed relief to our downtown parking concerns,” Mayor Scott Willis stated. “We are looking forward to this development making its way through the process and helping to create a more livable and walkable downtown.”

The PUD documents can be viewed at westfieldin.gov under the agenda tab.

have character.”

APC members said the proposal creates elements that would tie together work already underway in downtown Westfield, such as Union Square — a mixed-use residential and retail development overlooking Grand Junction Plaza — and Sun King Brewery. The City of Westfield also recently approved the Park and Poplar PUD, a multiuse development, parking garage and public plaza just west of Restaurant Row on Park Street.

APC member and Westfield City Councilor Victor McCarty said the project fits with other development.

“What we’re trying to do downtown is get people both living and working there,” he said. “This helps accomplish what’s already been set forth. I think that further drives the day-to-day traffic to support (downtown businesses). Collectively, this is a very important piece of work that we’re doing and it’s going to be a very important piece of architecture for our downtown, because it’ll outlast us all.”

The developer said the Jersey Street project has the potential to act as the finishing touch to downtown Westfield’s revitalization.

“We are the developer, the builder and ultimately the tenant,” Simons said. I think there’s a tremendous opportunity with downtown, with Park and Poplar and this (project). The demand in Westfield has been pent up for a long time. If you look at Fishers and Carmel, you’re developing one of these per year because that’s what the market can support. We’ve gotten a tremendous opportunity that in two years we can blink, and we have a whole new downtown district.”

The APC waived the workshop meeting for the PUD, which will come back before the APC before a final recommendation is made to the Westfield City Council. Final adoption consideration is anticipated in August.

ON THE COVER: Jersey 32 is a proposed PUD for a mixed-use development on Jersey Street south of Ind. 32, the next development proposed to transform downtown Westfield. (Image courtesy of City of Westfield)

The naked truth about locking myself out

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

This happened many years ago. I’m revisiting it this week because once again, I locked myself out of the house. This time, it was in broad daylight, and I had all my clothes on, a distinct improvement from 20 years ago. It’s worth retelling the story.

HUMOR

I had just arrived home from a dinner, pulled into the garage about 11 p.m. and entered the house through the door inside the garage. My wife Mary Ellen was asleep upstairs. I quietly went into the bedroom and undressed, but before putting on my sleeping shorts, I decided to run downstairs and grab a small bottle of fruit juice from the garage fridge. I retrieved the drink and turned the knob to reenter the house. The knob refused to budge. “No way,” I said to myself. And no clothes, either. I was locked out. Buck naked.

I banged on the door with both fists, bellowing Mary Ellen’s name. No response. The bedroom door was probably closed and the ceiling fan was whirring. On a scale from 1 to 10 to be heard, I would need to make a disturbance that was a seven on the Richter scale. Mary Ellen can sleep through anything. Except for my snoring.

I called Mary Ellen’s cellphone. It went to voicemail. Out of habit, I left a message: “Hello, Mary Ellen. If you get this, I’m in the garage with no clothes on. When you have a moment, could you come downstairs and let me in?”

I didn’t imagine she would check for messages at 11:30 p.m. Now, what was I going to do? I remembered that sometimes I leave the back door of the house unlocked. All I had to do was sneak around

“I remembered that sometimes I leave the back door of the house unlocked. All I had to do was sneak around and go through the entrance on the deck. Still without a stitch.”

– DICK WOLFSIE

and go through the entrance on the deck. Still without a stitch.

I now needed to give some serious consideration to my wardrobe. But what was appropriate for this occasion? I had two choices: A lovely 40-gallon black garbage bag or the 34-gallon clear plastic bags. I look terrible in black, but the other option seemed, well, redundant. Instead, I just opened the garage door and made my way along the side of the house. Then, as I neared the backyard, I bolted toward the deck, up the steps and into the living room.

The next morning, I decided not to tell Mary Ellen what happened. I wasn’t in the mood to be made fun of. But I had forgotten about that voicemail. She called me from work later that day.

“Dick, I just listened to the oddest message. Last night, about the time you were supposed to get home, there was a naked man in our garage. Now, who in heaven’s name could that have possibly been?”

“I haven’t the slightest idea, Mary Ellen.” I figured she’d never find out. I didn’t leave my name on that voicemail.

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

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Civic Theatre presents ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ concert

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Carmel resident Ephraim Owens views the opportunity to play Jesus as a dream role for a great cause. Owens sings the role of Jesus of Nazareth as Civic in Concert presents “Jesus Christ Superstar” at 7 p.m. June 14 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center in Carmel. A resident company of Allied Solutions Center, this is Civic Theatre’s debut performance in the Palladium, which opened in 2011.

“I’m excited about being able to do a fantastic show and doing it with fantastic people is always a plus,” Owens said. “But the huge aspect of this is it is a fundraiser to give back and build the programming and opportunities for all the educational sides of Civic Theatre. So, to be able to do something local in the town that I live in that gets to contribute back to the arts is always going to be a win and a major win.”

Civic Theatre Executive Artistic Director Michael J. Lasley is directing the concert and playing the part of Caiaphas.

But for Owens, the Civic concert is an even bigger thrill.

“Since the show doesn’t have any dialogue, we are singing the entire show,” Lasley said. “It’s not choreographed and for the most part not staged. There will be light staging (but) no scenery.”

The rock opera was created by composer Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Tim Rice.

“We’re presenting the score as you would have listening in your living room in 1971,” said Brent E. Marty, the musical director.

Owens drew attention with his appearance as a contestant on “The Voice” on NBC in 2023.

Owens did double duty May 25 by performing “America The Beautiful” at the Indianapolis 500 and the national anthem at the Indiana Pacers home playoff game.

“Ted Neeley’s (original) version and John Legend’s version (on a TV special) are very different,” he said. “One is very focused on the music primarily (and) one is very theatrical. Ted Neeley’s version is a monster vocally, but his angle and approach is very much as an actor. So, that opportunity is not something that I get to do as often as I would like.”

Ephraim Owens, who sings the role of Jesus in “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Civic Theatre June 14, performs the national anthem at the May 25 Indiana Pacers playoff game. (Photo courtesy of Civic Theatre)

There are 36 performers in the concert. Marty portrays King Herrod and conducts.

“This is a dream,” Marty said. “I’ve always wanted to do this role. Herrod only has one song, so that works out for me to conduct the rest of the show.”

Lasley said except for productions during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021, this is the first time he has performed since acting in the role of Caiaphas in Bobdirex’s 2015 production of “Jesus Christ Superstar.”

The role fits Lasley’s bass voice.

Owens said his songs as Jesus show a wide range.

“I love that, because it pushes me on both sides,’ said Owens, who had Legend as his coach on “The Voice.”

Owens said the song “Gethsemane (I Only Want to Say)” is dynamic and shows the emotional journey.

“If you could take one song to describe what the whole production is about, it is that song,” the Lawrence Central High School graduate said. “My desire is to draw more from (the) Ted Neeley (version) and do it well so that someone can close their eyes and put themselves in those same emotions. That’s when I felt like we would have killed it.”

“It’s a role I’ve dreamed of since I was a child,” he said.

Lasley said he didn’t realize when he heard the album for the first time as a child that it was written by a Jewish composer.

“He doesn’t acknowledge there is a resurrection,” he said. “This show isn’t about the deity of Christ. It’s about the humanity of Christ.”

The production features a full orchestra.

“The idea is to make this an annual fundraiser and putting a big Broadway musical on stage in a concert format,” Marty said.

For tickets, visit civictheatre.org.

‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’

“The Little Mermaid” runs through July 13 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.

FEINSTEIN’S CABARET

John Lloyd Young will perform June 12-13, and the Magic of David Ranalli is set for June 14 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. All three performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

CARMEL PLAYERS

Carmel Players’ Rising Star production of “This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing” runs June 13-22 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

CIVIC IN CONCERT

Civic in Concert: “Jesus Christ Superstar” is at 7 p.m. June 14 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

‘LEADING LADIES’

Red Barn Summer Theatre will present “Leading Ladies” June 11-15 and 18-22 at the Frankfort venue. For more, visit redbarntheatre.net.

RICK SPRINGFIELD

Rick Springfield headlines “I Want My ‘80s Tour” at 7:30 p.m. June 17 at Fishers Event Center. The tour includes Wang Chung, Paul Young and John Waite. For more, visit fisherseventcenter.com.

DISPATCH

The Wallflowers open Rock the Ruins season — The Rock the Ruins season opens with The Wallflowers at 7 p.m. June 14 at Holliday Park in Indianapolis. The Wallflowers are fronted by Jakob Dylan, son of Bob Dylan, who is the band’s singer, songwriter and guitarist. The Wild Flowers are the opening act. Gates open at 5 p.m. For more, visit rocktheruins.com.

MUSIC

Lasley

Marty

Lume celebrates Indigenous Australian art

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

A kaleidoscope of images and music transports visitors to The Lume at Newfields to the world and culture of Indigenous Australians through the museum’s new immersive exhibit, “Connection: Land, Water, Sky,” featuring work by contemporary visual and audio artists who celebrate their history, but with a modern take.

EXHIBIT

Entering The Lume can be a dizzying experience, especially at first. Images shift on large screens on the floor and walls throughout the large space, providing the immersive sensory experience that it’s known for.

The exhibit opened mid-May and remains on display through February 2026. Belinda Tate, the Melvin & Bren Simon director of the Indianapolis Museum of Art, noted that Indigenous Australian cultures are the oldest continuous civilizations.

“These cultures date their history back 65,000 years, and that is really reflected in their stories, their way of life, their approach to being and the way that they can interact with each other and the world,” she said. “‘Connection’ explores the concept of country, revealing the deep ties between land, water, sky.”

Kate Constantine, one of the artists featured in the exhibit, was on hand for its opening weekend. In addition to contributing to the main exhibit, Constantine helped design the adjacent interactive activity space, in which children — and the young at heart — can color pictures of native Australian animals — kookaburras, platypuses and kangaroos — and then scan the images

into a digital animation that plays on large screens in the room.

The backdrop for the animation display features the three elements — land, water and sky — that Constantine said are key to the Indigenous cultures of Australia. It’s all connected, she said.

“It’s about reciprocity and it’s about living in a circular fashion,” she said. “Traditionally, we don’t believe in linear time. We don’t believe in the past, the present and the future. We believe in everywhere … What this does is it gives us a reciprocal relationship with our kin, with our families, and means that we are constantly responsible for ourselves and each other. So, respect doesn’t finish when you die and the respect is as great for an ancestor as it is for a newborn baby. It’s a really different philosophy to a Western society, which is why a lot of First Nations cultures are generally quite misunderstood.”

The exhibit also includes some Indigenous Australian artwork from Newfield’s collection that hasn’t previously been displayed.

For more, visit discovernewfields.org/ lume.

Visitors to Newfields experience The Lume’s new immersive exhibit, “Connection: Land, Water, Sky.” (Photo by Leila Kheiry)

MUSIC

Five CHS students get Songbook Academy invite

Forty of the nation’s most talented high school vocalists, representing 13 states and 31 cities, including 12 from Indiana, have been chosen to participate in the 2025 season of The Songbook Academy. The annual weeklong summer intensive, which starts July 12, immerses young performers in America’s musical heritage and helps them develop as artists under the guidance of Broadway stars, entertainment professionals and music educators.

This year’s group of vocalists will be joined by a lineup of special guests including Broadway star Nikki Renée Daniels and Michael Feinstein, founder of the Great American Songbook Foundation and fivetime Grammy nominee.

Five Carmel High School students are among the 12 selected from Indiana. They are Sadie Cohen, Aarthi Eswaran, Grady Griffin, Isaiah Henderson and Krishaa Motycka.

There are two from Zionsville Community High School, Claire Kauffman and Phoebe Sidebottom, and two from Noblesville, Soren McLaughlin (Noblesville High School) and Thomas Whitten (homeschooled).

Park Tudor School’s Mia Rettig and Westfield High School’s Journee Woodley also are participating.

The 2025 Songbook Academy will take place July 12-19 at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. The program includes workshops, masterclasses, and performance opportunities.

Tickets for two of the public performances at the Payne & Mencias Palladium are already on sale. The first is a Songbook Showcase at 7 p.m. July 17. All 40 participants will perform solos. The evening also includes special performances by Feinstein and Daniels.

That is followed by the Songbook Academy in Concert at 7 p.m. July 19.

Tickets are available at TheSongbook. org, by phone at 317-843-3800 or toll free at 877-909-2787.

Blueprint for Improvement: Carmel bath

Commentary by Larry Greene

This Carmel primary bathroom transformation shows how strategic design choices can create a stunning, spa-like retreat.

THE BLUEPRINT

• The renovation replaced outdated beige walls with crisp white cabinetry and elegant Cambria quartz countertops.

• A spacious zero-threshold glass shower with geometric tile work became the centerpiece, while dual vanities with black-framed mirrors added sophistication.

• Glazed porcelain flooring extends seamlessly into the shower for a cohesive look.

• Modern lighting fixtures and sleek hardware complete the contemporary aesthetic, transforming this master suite into a hotel-worthy sanctuary.

Larry Greene is the owner of Worthington Design & Remodeling (formerly Case). You may email him at lgreene@worthingtonindy.com or visit worthingtonindy.com for more remodeling inspiration and advice.

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Before

Across

1. Indiana Senate student “staffer”

5. “___ and Circumstance”

9. Texter’s “Just sayin’”

13. Bushy ‘do

14. Underway, to Sherlock 16. Salmon variety

17. Cayuga event with 4-H projects and livestock shows

19. Hoosier cornfield bird

20. Before, poetically

21. Braying beast

22. Neither’s partner

24. Vinyl albums, for short 25. “Take it easy!”

27. Go to

29. North Judson event with a pet parade and cooking demos

34. Sore

37. “Dear ___ or Madam”

38. Indy Zoo horned beast

39. Nashville-based awards org.

40. Draw upon 43. USN rank

44. Indiana flag feature 46. IV measures

47. Sharp blow

48. Eiteljorg Museum event with art, music and dance

52. Promised Land, in the Bible

53. Occupy the throne

57. Sellout inits.

59. Green prefix

60. Frequently, in verse

62. Book jacket bit 63. Like permed hair

65. Connersville event with music and tie-dye T-shirts

68. District

69. Wicker material

70. Back muscles, briefly 71. Exec’s benefit 72. Rx items

73. Playground comeback Down

1. Tyrese Haliburton, e.g.

2. Previously, previously 3. Food for Oliver Twist

4. Ages and ages

5. Ponies up

6. Slays, mob-style

7. Kiwi’s extinct cousin

8. Ballet Studio of Carmel position on tiptoe

9. WRTV monitor

10. Global perception of society

11. Fishers breakfast chain

12. Amazes

15. Hoosier Park gaits

18. Uber alternative

23. Old, but new again

26. Notre Dame grad on the US Supreme Court: ___ Coney Barrett

27. Egyptian or Ethiopian 28. Medical research org.

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30. 45-Down kin

31. Helpful hint

32. Tolstoy’s Karenina

33. Misplaced

34. Start of a Main Street

Productions play

35. “Let’s go!”

36. Book type

40. Macbeth, for one 41. Big name in ATMs

42. Chiding sound

45. See 30-Down

47. Sault ___ Marie

49. Victory Field concessions bite

50. “Little Red Book” ideology

51. Art Deco artist

54. Letter-shaped girder

55. Main points

56. Words of denial

57. Trade

58. St. Elmo steak order

60. Current think piece

PUBLIC NOTICE

61. Some Christmas trees

64. Chatter

66. MCL dessert option

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