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By Marney Simom marney@youarecurrent.com
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The Town of Zionsville and the Zionsville Department of Parks and Recreation recently launched the “Love for Lincoln” campaign — a collaborative initiative between the town and the community to celebrate the legacy of Lincoln Park while raising funds for upcoming renovations.
Originally founded as Depot Park for its position along an old railroad stop in Zionsville, Lincoln Park was renamed following a speech given there by President-elect Abraham Lincoln in 1861 on his way to Washington, D.C., for his inauguration. The park added a bandstand gazebo in 1986.
The renovation will add improved walkways and lighting, new landscaping, a fountain and expanded seating. But the most notable improvement will replacing the gazebo with a new one.
“There’s been a lot of discussion around how to make it memorable for people when (the gazebo) comes down,” Mayor John Stehr said. “So, they are going to take down the gazebo in pieces and people can get a commemorative piece of the gazebo.”
Stehr said the gazebo is a piece of Zionsville’s history.
“A lot of people really treasure that gazebo,” he said. “If you have kids who grew up here, that’s the go-to place to get prom pictures, engagement pictures. It’s just an iconic spot. And we’ve had a couple of calls from people saying, ‘Can we have a piece of it? We just want to have our memories. It’s where we got engaged; it’s where we got married.’”
Stehr said his own family celebrated events at the gazebo, including the engagement of his son and daughter-in-law.
“I have five kids who grew up here, and I have pictures of every one of them interacting with the gazebo for some big event like prom or graduation,” he said. “As much as Lincoln Park is a sacred spot here in Zionsville, the gazebo is certainly part of that, too. I think people will appreciate having a piece of it to keep.”
The gazebo will be dismantled after the Zionsville Lions Club Fall Festival and pieces will be made available for a $25 donation. A limited number of decorative corbels can be reserved for $200 on a first-come, first-served basis.
Throughout summer, park staff will attend HOA events and the Zionsville Farmers’ Market to discuss the redesign and engage with the community on the project.
A “Pull-a-Brick” volunteer day is sched-
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uled from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 13. Volunteers will help remove bricks from the current pathways and can take home one as a keepsake, with additional bricks available for a $5 donation. Existing engraved bricks will be preserved in the redesign.
Residents also can purchase new engraved bricks for $150, to be featured in the new gazebo floor and path. Proceeds will support future park enhancements. Learn more at zionsville-in.gov/ Love-for-Lincoln.
Garden tour — SullivanMunce Cultural Center will present the “Gardens of Zionsville” tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 21. Visitors will tour seven private gardens and bid on potted planters donated by local nurseries and gardeners. Registration is $20 through June 18 and $25 after June 18. A kick-off party for the event is from 6 to 8 p.m. June 20 at Sullivan Munce Cultural Center, 225 W. Hawthorne St. in Zionsville. Learn more and register at sullivanmunce.org
The gazebo at Lincoln Park is decorated with lights during the holidays. (File photo)
A plaque commemorating Abraham Lincoln’s visit to Zionsville is at the south end of Lincoln Park. (Photo by Marney Simon)
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Law strengthens parental rights in education
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
A new law regarding education in Indiana provides parents with additional rights.
LEGISLATURE
Authored by District 25 State Rep. Becky Cash (R-Zionsville) and signed into law last month by Gov. Mike Braun, HB 1285 provides three new regulations for school corporations.
Schools are now prohibited from disposing of a student’s property without allowing a parent the opportunity to collect the belongings if the student has died, transferred, dropped out or otherwise withdrawn from enrollment.
is a state where you have the right to record, and it’s really important because if one parent can’t come because they’re working the other parent may need to record. Those meetings can be very tedious and cumbersome, and a parent may want to go back (and listen) again.”
Cash was the House sponsor for a related bill — SB 409 — that was introduced in the Indiana Senate and signed into law in May. SB 409 prohibits employers from firing workers who need time off work to attend their child’s case conference meeting. The employer is not required to provide paid time off but cannot terminate or take other punitive action against the employee.
HB 1285 also requires each school corporation to have at least one employee present in each school building who has obtained nonviolent crisis intervention training.
DISPATCHES
Food drive at Menard’s — Menards home improvement stores are drop sites for local food pantries through July. Menards offers a variety of non-perishable food items in its grocery department that can be donated to food pantries, like boxes of cereal and cans of soup. Large collection boxes are placed near the exit doors. Donations will be accepted through July 31.
“Sadly, when a child dies by suicide, there have been schools within Indiana that have not allowed parents to come and pick up their child’s items,” Cash said. “One particular situation was a young child who died by suicide (and) the school disposed of the child’s items. When one of the siblings went to get the Mother’s Day card that the child had made, the school had already thrown it away.”
The second component of the bill allows parents to record meetings concerning the student’s individualized education program.
“The Lafayette school system tried to pass a school board policy that a parent had to get prior permission several days before a case conference or IEP meeting in order to record, and had to actually get permission to do that,” she said. “Indiana
“This is both for special needs children and neurotypical children, and the purpose of this is to prevent children from ending up in seclusion or hopefully (prevent) having to restrain a child,” Cash said. “If a child is struggling, there would be somebody in every building who could be called upon.”
One component that was removed from the bill was a requirement that schools place cameras in seclusion rooms and special education classrooms. Cash said the cameras would help protect teachers from erroneous complaints but was scrapped because of lack of funding. Cash plans to reintroduce that component in the 2026 session.
Read the bill at iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1285/ details.
Ivy Tech tuition freeze — The Ivy Tech Community College State Board of Trustees voted recently to freeze tuition and mandatory fees for the next two academic years. The decision follows Gov. Mike Braun’s request and a unanimous recommendation by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education that all public higher education institutions freeze tuition to support Hoosiers. In-state tuition for full-time students taking 12 or more credit hours will remain at $2,577.11 per semester; tuition for part-time students will remain at $178.38 per credit hour. Out-ofstate tuition rates also remain unchanged. The Ivy+ Textbooks program, which provides students with all required textbooks and course materials will continue at $18 per credit hour in 2025–26 and $18.25 in 2026–27.
Exclusive Autosport moving to Creekside
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The Zionsville Plan Commission recently approved a detailed development plan for a new motorsports headquarters inside Creekside Corporate Park.
DEVELOPMENT
Exclusive Autosport will move to Creekside from Indianapolis. The company will construct a 45,000-square-foot building, including office space and shop/ storage area on 3.35 acres at 10870 Creek Way.
The development plan includes architecture standards, perimeter sidewalks and landscaping.
“Part of the Creekside PUD requires approval from the Creekside architectural review committee for the building architecture and landscaping,” Senior Planner Jodi Dickey said. “The petitioner met with that committee a couple of times and revised some plans, added some land-
scaping and added some elements to the building architecture.”
Exclusive Autosport is a developmental professional open-wheel formula car racing team that competes in North America. The company operates teams in the USF Pro Championships Presented by Continental Tire, including USF Juniors, USF2000 and the USF Pro 2000.
The plan commission also approved a primary plat amendment to combine Lots 7 and 8 to accommodate the new facility.
A construction timeline was not released.
Plans approved for 96th Street Goodwill store
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The Zionsville Plan Commission recently approved a development plan for a new Goodwill Store. The 14,000-square-foot store will be built on 2.5 acres of vacant property at 96th Street and Zionsville Road.
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Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana Director of Business Strategy, Loss Prevention, and Corporate Security Jared Rains said the organization is pursuing a more aggressive approach to its real estate strategy, with stores generally serving a 2.5- to 3.5-mile radius to maximize the number of customers and donors.
“The lifeblood of everything that Goodwill does is based on donations. We can’t operate our stores without donations,” he said. “So, this corridor is really vital for our donation acquisition — the amount of traffic (and) the amount of people coming in and out of Zionsville
traveling into Indianapolis for work, play, and pleasure. This location was selected as one of those corridors that we haven’t yet captured.”
Goodwill was granted a variance for a parking lot in January.
“As a retail store, we’re providing an adequate amount of parking,” Bryan Sheward of Kimley-Horn, the property developer, told the commission. “It’s about 77 total parking spaces, a few additional beyond what’s required and suitable for Goodwill’s needs.”
Members of the plan commission asked for potential changes to the facade facing 96th Street, to create more architectural detail. Representatives said they were willing to work with the town on how to achieve that goal.
The store also will provide a landscape easement for Citizens Energy Group and add a sidewalk on 96th Street.
A construction timeline was not released.
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Exclusive Autosport is moving its headquarters to Creekside Corporate Park in Zionsville. (Image courtesy of Town of Zionsville)
Boone County plans event for child care professionals
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The Boone County Early Learning Coalition recently received an Empower to Educate grant from United Way of Central Indiana. Funds will support professional development and mental well-being of early childhood educators in Boone County.
The coalition was formed in 2024 in response to the Boone County Child Care
Study. The study showed Boone County faces a critical shortage of licensed child care seats, with more than 600 children without access to care. The coalition is a collective of leaders from different sectors who address urgent challenges in the local early learning and child care system. The study was paid for with funds secured by Boone County Economic Development Corp. from the Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning, the Community Foundation of Boone County,
Eli Lilly, Witham Health Services and Traditions Realty.
The coalition is working to implement solutions identified in the Boone County Child Care Analysis Report, including improving access, affordability, quality and workforce support.
The Empower to Educate grant will fund the coalition’s first major initiative — a one-day professional development and appreciation event for Boone County child care and early learning professionals. The event, with a date to be announced, is expected to take place this summer. Attendees will learn practical strategies for managing stress, building resilience and professional development. The event will include keynote speakers, targeted break-
out sessions and a community luncheon.
“This is exactly the kind of cross-sector collaboration Boone County needs,” stated Julie Reagan, CEO of the Community Foundation of Boone County. “CFBC is proud to serve as the Coalition’s fiscal sponsor and help move this critical work forward.”
The coalition is supported by a network of partners, including the Boone EDC, Community Foundation of Boone County, Eli Lilly and Company, and The Child Care Resource Network.
“By investing in the people who power our child care system, we are strengthening families, employers, and the future of our community,” Boone EDC CEO Andrea Kern stated.
Learn more at BetterInBoone.org.
Master Chef contestant to visit HMMPL
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Chef Tanorria Askew Nickson will present a live cooking demonstration as part of Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library’s summer reading program, “Color Our World,” at 2:30 p.m. June 21 at the Zionsville branch, 250 N. Fifth St. Nickson — a former “Master Chef” contestant who placed fourth in Season 7 — is a personal chef through her business, Tanorria’s Table. She also is a public speaker and co-host of the “Black Girls Eating” podcast.
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Besides the cooking demonstrations, food samples and a free recipe card for the featured dish will be available. The event is funded by Friends of Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library. The all-volunteer group raises funds throughout the year through book sales and the Secret Snowflake Shop event in December. All proceeds from fundraising events are used to fund special library programs and presentations. Nickson will hold a book signing at the end of the event. Register at bit. ly/430Wo6f.
DISPATCHES
Blood drive — Witham Health Services will host a blood drive from 11:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
June 18 at Witham Health Services North Pavilion, 2705 N. Lebanon St. in Lebanon. Individuals 17 and older who are in good health and not experiencing symptoms of cold or flu may donate blood. Donors who are 16 years old may donate but must have parent/guardian permission. Sign up at tinyurl.com/374twmfb.
Touch-a-truck — Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library, Whitestown branch, will hold a touch-a-truck event from 10 to 11:390 a.m. June 20. The event is free to attend.
Bike with a cop in Whitestown — The Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department Bike Patrol Unit partners with local youth Bike with a Cop program, an opportunity for officers to interact and build relationships with community youth in a fun and educational environment. Rides take place in different areas of Whitestown so all kids have the opportunity to participate. Rides include Clark Meadows from 7 to 8 p.m. June 21; Main Street park from 10 to 11 a.m. June 28; Big-4 Rail Trail trailhead from 10 to 11 a.m. July 12; Cardinal Point from 7 to 8 p.m. July 19; and Eagles Nest from 10 to 11 a.m. Aug. 9. Learn more at whitestown.in.gov.
Plans approved for Archer Park
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The Zionsville Plan Commission recently approved a detailed development plan for a 3.8-acre park in Wild Air — a subdivision under construction by Old Town Design Group at Oak Street and Marysville Road.
RECREATION
Archer Park is one of three recreational components of the development that includes 386 single-family homes and 289 multifamily units. Wild Air also includes a trail system and The Woods of Elizabeth and Sylvester Johnson of Wild Air Farms preserve — a 30-acre woodland owned by parks and recreation.
“The site is within the heart or core of the Wild Air development,” senior planner Roger Kilmer said. “It will be immediately south of the previously approved coffee shop and ice cream kiosk. It is located just to the southwest of the clubhouse location, south of the apartment area and east of the Johnson Nature Preserve which is on the opposite side of Marysville Road.”
Archer Park will include a playground, splash pad, four pickleball courts, restrooms, bicycle parking, two dog park areas and wetland areas. Paved and natural paths will wind through the park area
Archer Park will be built in the Wild Air subdivision on Marysville Road and Oak Street in Zionsville. (Image courtesy of Town of Zionsville)
connecting to the pathway system within Wild Air and along Marysville Road.
In January, the Zionsville Park Board agreed to waive $1 million in park impact fees in lieu of development of improvements in Johnson preserve, as well as development of Archer Park. Archer Park will be privately owned by Wild Air, but with a perpetual public easement making the park open to the public.
Wild Air will include six distinct neighborhoods made up of single-family homes, townhomes, multifamily units and senior housing. Learn more at oldtowndesigngroup.com/where-we-build/zionsville/ wild-air.
ZIONSVILLE SIBLINGS WIN SIDEWALK POETRY CONTEST
Zionsville siblings Cameron Worthington, right, and Anna Rose Worthington won first and second place, respectively, in the Zionsville Cultural District’s 2025 sidewalk poetry contest. The pair’s six-line poems will be stamped into a sidewalk in the Village. The siblings were honored during a reception June 7 at Zionsville Lions Club Park where they read their original works. The Sidewalk Poetry Contest is part of ZCD’s ongoing mission to promote and elevate Zionsville’s arts, history and culture. The 12-member ZCD board coordinates artistic, history-based and cultural experiences within the community to improve and enrich experiences for residents, local businesses and visitors. Learn more at zvillecd.org. (Photo courtesy of Andrea Worthington)
Memories of Main returns
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More than 30 Zionsville businesses will participate in the fourth annual Memories on Main June 21 to raise funds and awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association. The event is part of the Alzheimer’s Association’s “The Longest Day” event — an annual program presented near the summer solstice — that spotlights the need for Alzheimer’s and dementia research.
Participating businesses will host drawings, offer specials or donate a portion of sales to advance Alzheimer’s care, support and research programs. Many participating businesses also will provide brochures and other materials to help raise awareness of free support services available to those who are affected by the disease.
“We are thrilled to have such a supportive community for our 4th annual Memories on Main,” stated Mark Wallis, director of community relations for Grand Brook Memory Care of Zionsville and Memories on Main organizer. “Due to the passion
funds for
(Pho-
and enthusiasm of the local business and community of Zionsville, we’ve been able to make a huge impact in the fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia, and we know the community will show up in a big way again this June.”
Zionsville resident, teacher and artist Scott Miller will donate one of his prints for silent auction.
Since 2022, Memories on Main and the Zionsville community have raised nearly $28,000 to help advance care, support and research for Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.
A list of participating businesses is available at memoriesonmain.org.
STORIES IN THE PARK RETURNS TO ZIONSVILLE
Approximately 400 children from preschool through fourth grade attended Stories in the Park at Zionsville Lions Club Park June 6. Children visited 14 booths with activities like introduction to Braille, storytime with members of the Lions Club, a ukulele demonstration, fishing for a book and reading with Clover, the dog who loves books. Children also picked out a free book from Zionsville-based Indy Book Project. Reading to children during the event are, from left, Lions John Waymire, Karen Woodard and Donna Fisher. The event was sponsored by the Zionsville Lions Clubs Reading Program. Learn more about the Lions’ summer events at zionsvillelions.com. (Photo courtesy of Zionsville Lions Club)
Memories on Main returns to Zionsville June 21 to raise
Alzheimer’s research.
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Music, art demonstrations coming to the Village
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Nearly 30 businesses in the Village in Zionsville will participate in the inaugural Art Walk from 4 to 9 p.m. June 27, one of the first signature events sponsored by Main Street Zionsville.
CULTURE
Local and regional artists will appear at locations throughout the brick Main Street for live performances and exhibitions.
Musician Rosie Inman and artist Jess Smith will entertain in front of Robert Goodman Jewelers, 106 N. Main St. Inman is a Zionsville native and Purdue University graduate now based in Indianapolis. Smith is a multidisciplinary artist based in Indianapolis’ Garfield Park neighborhood. A 2016 Herron School of Art & Design graduate, Smith’s work explores themes of memory, motherhood and transformation.
The evening will include screenings of “ART & SOUL: A portrait of Nancy Noël” at COhatch, 75 N. Main St. The Emmy-nom-
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inated feature-length documentary film explores the life and inspiration of Noël, a renowned painter, visionary and activist who moved to Zionsville in the 1970s.
Besides the art walk, Art IN Hand, 211 S. Main St., will celebrate its 25th anniversary. Artists from the cooperative will be available to meet with collectors during the event.
Learn more at mainstreetzionsville.org.
Boone County residents complete fellowship
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The 2023 class of Orr Fellows recently completed a two-year fellowship program.
CAREERS
The Orr Fellowship program recruits, assesses and matches university graduates with high-agency roles in growing Indiana businesses. The program provides graduates with professional development resources and a support network for career growth.
The 2023 class of fellows worked with partner companies including Indiana University Health, Model 1 Commercial Vehicles and Steele Benefits.
“Every graduating class of fellows makes its mark on the fellowship, our partner companies and the greater community,” stated Steven Emch, president of Orr Fellowship. “As we found in our recent economic impact study, more than half of all Orr alumni remain in Indiana after completing the program, which means their
experience and growth over the past two years will continue to pay dividends here at home.”
Zionsville native Claire Neuman, a graduate of Taylor University, was among five fellows honored for exemplifying the four core pillars of Orr Fellowship: Career, community, commitment and continued learning. Neuman is the recipient of the career recognition for a commitment to career development and making strides to grow as a professional.
Besides Neuman, Boone County residents who are part of the 2023 graduating class include Evan Bohrer of Zionsville, DePauw University; Meg Butler of Zionsville, Butler University; Isaac Yops of Whitestown, Taylor University; and Faith Lamb of Lebanon, Indiana Wesleyan University.
The fellows join a network of 650 program alumni who make a significant impact on Indiana’s economy. Learn more at orrfellowship.org.
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Meridian Audiology and its founding Audiologists, Ali Wyss and Kira VonBlon are all having birthday’s this spring/ summer and we’re planning a party to celebrate! You are invited to come tour the office and enjoy cake and cookies with us on July 27, 2025 1-3pm as we celebrate our 40th, 50th and 4th birthdays! Those who attend can be entered into a drawing for a free set of hearing aids. Meridian Audiology performs comprehensive audiograms, tinnitus consults, auditory processing disorder evaluations and sells and services a variety of hearing aids and accessories. Meridian Audiology accepts most major insurances, offers convenient scheduling via phone, email or online
and we are independent of other medical practices or hospitals. Hours are variable Monday-Friday and patients are seen by appointment only. We are also available to speak to your local community clubs about hearing and hearing loss. Give us a call at 317-731-5386 to schedule a speaking date.
We look forward to meeting you and seeing how we can help you with your hearing healthcare needs – see you July 27, 2025 1-3pm!
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Main Street Zionsville will host an Art Walk from 4 to 9 p.m. June 27 in the Village. (File photo)
Indiana Golf celebrates opening of Dye headquarters
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
Exactly one year after breaking ground on the new Pete & Alice Dye Indiana Golf Center at The Fort Golf Resort, center officials cut the ceremonial ribbon and opened the doors June 5, offering guests a first look at the 13,000-square-foot headquarters that also houses a hall of fame celebrating Hoosier golfers.
FORT BEN
Before the ribbon cutting and tour, a brief ceremony at The Garrison conference center next door highlighted the importance of the new facility. Indiana Golf Foundation President Gina Giancone noted that the foundation, which has offices at the new center, serves more than 130,000 Indiana youth through programs and scholarships.
“The foundation’s mission to teach life lessons through the game of golf and what we are here to celebrate today — our new headquarters — will help us do that on an even greater scale and reach more people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities,” she said. “This new facility … represents the next chapter for Indiana Golf, one where we add more First Tee Indiana chapters and players, award more scholarships, introduce the game to more individuals, improve teaching opportunities at our facility and other Indianapolis public courses and support the amateurs and professionals throughout Indiana.”
The new building at 6002 N. Post Rd. in Lawrence is on The Fort Golf Resort, part of Fort Harrison State Park. Indiana Department of Natural Resources Director Alan Morrison and his office were involved in the project and Morrison — said it was an exciting day for golf in Indiana.
“Fort Harrison State Park is the perfect place for the home of golf in Indiana and we’re thankful for what I’m hoping will grow to be an even deeper partnership in the future,” he said. “As a golfer myself, I understand a deep connection between this sport and outdoor recreation. Golf provides outdoor recreation and active lifestyle for over 550,000 Hoosiers, age 6 and above, and supports the health and wellbeing of an estimated one in 13 Americans.”
Steve Sterrett, who chaired the fundraising campaign for the $6.5 million
project, said the idea started about eight years earlier.
“To see this building behind me come to life is an incredible testament to the golfing community we have here in Indiana,” he said. “The support of our donors, our players, PGA professionals, city and state has been incredible.”
Sterrett took the opportunity to tell supporters in the room that there was still about $123,000 needed to meet the $6.5 million fundraising goal, adding that the new building is just one part of the overall project.
“We also purchased a mobile simulator to take on the road to hospitals, veterans events, schools and more,” he said. “We invested in additional, First Tee (youth golf) facilities upgrades across the state of Indiana and we endowed scholarships.”
Indiana Golf Executive Director Mike David said that while the construction timeline was short, the overall process has been long, starting with selling Indiana Golf’s offices in Franklin six years ago and moving into a temporary space.
“Though I firmly believe that our programs and services are why we exist, the relocation of the Indiana Golf offices to the new Pete & Alice Dye Indiana Golf Center does represent a truly impactful step for our programs and services,” he said. “Alongside significantly boosting our exposure across the state, this purpose-built facility featuring an interactive Hall of Fame, dedicated administrative spaces and specific areas for vital initiatives like PGA Hope, First Tee and our adaptive clinics will not only amplify our outreach and impact, but also serve as a prominent destination for golf enthusiasts.”
For more, visit indianagolf.org.
Guests celebrate the June 5 grand opening of the new Pete & Alice Dye Indiana Golf Center at The Fort Golf Resort. (Photo by Leila Kheiry)
Brebeuf girls runners-up loss in state tennis final
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School girls tennis coach Brent Claymon figured his team gave all it had.
TENNIS
The top-ranked Braves lost to No. 3 Jasper 4-1 in the IHSAA girls tennis state finals June 7 at North Central High School. Brebeuf advanced to the final by edging Munster 3-2 in the semifinals earlier that day.
“Our girls fought as hard as they could,” Claymon said. “The better team won. I congratulate Jasper. They’ve had a great season as well. Our record over the past two years is 44-2. Our two losses have been the last match of the year. That’s always tough to take, but we certainly are appreciative of the opportunity to be here, and we fought as hard as we could this time.”
Claymon said he looks at the positives from a 24-1 season.
“I told the girls that this is what makes us stronger, whether it’s on the tennis court or in life,” said Claymon, a Carmel resident. “I’m happy for them and we certainly had a great season. To be ranked No. 1, it’s fun but it doesn’t mean anything until after this (state championship). I guess that means we’re ranked No. 2, but it’s been a great run. It is disappointing. It’s a life experience that you can’t just ask to have and I’m very proud of the girls.”
Entering the match, Claymon said the two teams matched up well at the singles spots and that proved to be true.
“I think that if we played them five more times, I bet it would be pretty close,” Claymon said.
Braves senior Maureen Tandredi topped Lila Hawkes 3-6, 7-5, 6-0 at No. 3 singles to finish with a 25-0 record.
“This year has been the most fun I’ve had playing tennis,” said Tandredi, a Carmel resident. “We had a lot of wins. We started a new era for winning.”
At No. 2 singles, Jasper’s Marian Hayes edged junior Kitty Noga 7-6 (11-9), 2-6, 10-8. Noga finished with a 25-3 mark. Because the Wildcats had already clinched the match, the teams agreed to play a 10-point tiebreaker instead of a third set.
Jasper’s Harper Wigand defeated junior Chloe Wendowski 6-4, 7-5 at No. 1 singles. Wendowski finished with a 23-5 record.
Brebeuf senior Caroline Held and freshman Natalie Held, who are cousins, conclude with a 15-1 record at No. 1 doubles. The No. 2 doubles team of senior Chloe Cannon and junior Leah Klapper finished at 20-7.
Claymon said there are big holes to fill with the loss of three seniors.
“We have siblings coming in next year as freshmen as well as some other really good players,” Claymon said. “I think we’re going to pick up where we left off and be pretty competitive next year.”
It was the first time the Braves had been in the girls state championship match since winning it in 1984. The title was the first for the Jasper girls.
The Brebeuf Jesuit girls tennis team with its state girls tennis team runner-up plaque. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)
Carmel shop owner elected board president of ABA
By Les Morris news@youarecurrent.com
Carmel’s Cynthia Compton has been elected the board president of the American Booksellers Association, a nonprofit trade association with a mission to promote independent bookstores. Her two-year term began last month.
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Compton owns 4 Kids Books & Toys in Zionsville and MacArthur Books in the Village of WestClay in Carmel.
The independent bookstore industry is experiencing an uptick in growth. Figures provided by the ABA show a rapid increase in the number of independent bookstores in the U.S., with 1,300 stores opening in the last five years. So far in 2025, 81 independent bookstores have opened, adding to the momentum.
“We are seeing tremendous growth in the industry,” Compton said. “It’s also never been more challenging.”
“Cynthia has gone above and beyond to support others in the industry,” ABA CEO Allison Hill stated. “Whether serving as a panelist on financial education sessions or mentoring dozens of fellow independent bookstore owners, she’s known for her commitment to raising the tide to lift all boats. As board president, her experience and leadership will be a tremendous asset to ABA.”
Compton sees the ABA’s function as threefold – education, tangible services to members and advocacy work.
She views the organization’s assets on a continuum.
“They point internally, sideways and externally like all great trade associations,” she said. “They do the work collectively that we couldn’t do individually.”
Her goals for her term are to assure the organization’s stability and to nurture the ABA’s growth.
Compton
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Whitestown summer concert series — Whitestown Parks and Recreation will host a free summer concert series at Main Street Park on Fridays through July 25, excluding July 4. Performers include 90 Proof June 20; Midnight Red Eye June 27; Vinyl Escape July 11; The Big 80s July 18; and Stella Luna & the Satellites July 25. Food and beverage trucks also will be available. Gates open at 6 p.m and concerts begin at 7 p.m. Learn more at whitestown.in.gov/ bands-and-vendors.
Whitestown Farmers Market — The Whitestown Farmers Market takes place at Main Street Park from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 28. Market vendors sell local produce, meat and artisan goods. Each market will feature live music and all park amenities, including the splash pad. Learn more at whitestown.in.gov under the community/parks and recreation tab.
Mom Prom — The Zionsville Department of Parks & Recreation will host a 90s-themed “Mom Prom” from 7 to 9 p.m. July 25 at COhatch, 75 N. Main St. The 21-and-older event features a DJ and dancing, signature mocktail, appetizers provided by The Savory Stagecoach, a candy bar featuring 90’s-themed candies, shopping, a photo booth and activities. Tickets are $40 per person. Register at zionsvillein.myrec.com.
Catholic church pilgrimage to Italy — Verso Ministries and St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church of Zionsville will lead a pilgrimage to Italy Oct. 20-29, 2025. The trip will visit Rome, Milan and Turin and will include a visit of iconic sites, culinary experiences and moments of spiritual renewal. St. Alphonsus Liguori pastor the Reverend Travis Stephens, who has been with the parish since 2020, will lead the pilgrimage. Verso Ministries specializes in creating transformative pilgrimage experiences, combining travel with spiritual enrichment. Learn more and reserve a spot at tinyurl. com/365637wb.
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. The deadline to apply is Oct. 1, 2025. Learn more at in.gov/ tos/csa.
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Zionsville Lions Club member Tom Robbins, right, with his wife Gail Robbins at the Lions State Convention in Shipshewana in April. Tom Robbins, a past district governor, was presented with an International Leadership Medal at the convention for his efforts on behalf of the Zionsville Lions Club by International past President Jimmy Ross. Robbins also was presented with The Global Action Team Honors and a Certificate of Appreciation for the growth of membership in Zionsville by Council Chair Julia Kozicki and Past International Director Bob Block. Robbins is the club’s membership director. The Zionsville Lions Club is the largest Lions Club in Indiana. Learn more at zionsvillelions.com. (Photo courtesy of Bob Ford)
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DISPATCHES
Community Compass app helps locate food pantries — For food-insecure residents, food pantries can be a lifesaver. The Community Compass app helps Indiana residents in need of assistance to find the closest food pantry, free meal sites and SNAP and WIC retailers. It also can help users learn whether they’re eligible for federal nutrition programs. The app is available in English and Spanish, and the Community Compass website is available in 11 languages. The app can be found in online app stores or by visiting communitycompass. app.
Museum goes digital – SullivanMunce Cultural Center has a mobile app, Boone IN Culture for Apple and Android devices. The app includes the Century Structure Walking Tour, a showcase of 30 architecturally significant homes in Zionsville that includes insights into each home’s history and unique features with photos from the SullivanMunce archives. The app also has links to cultural organizations, galleries, theaters, libraries, museums and more so visitors, tourists, and residents of Boone County can easily find them. The Boone IN Culture app is available on Google Play or at App Store. Learn more at SullivanMunce.org
Flag disposal – American flags that are tattered and worn should be disposed of following federal guidelines, which include burning and proper handling of the ashes. Collection bins for flags in need of retirement can be found throughout Hamilton County, Boone County, including Zionsville American Legion Post 79, 9950 E. 600 S, as well as the Boone County Veterans Affairs Office and the Boone County Courthouse in Lebanon.
ZCHS sprinter wins state track title — Zionsville Community High School senior Omema Anyanwu captured the 400-meter race in 53.77 seconds, placed third in 200 and fourth in the 100 June 7 in the IHSAA girls track and field state finals at North Central High School. An Indiana University signee, Anyanwu also won the state championship in the 400 as a junior.
The Waterpark now open – The Waterpark at 1195 Central Park Dr. W is open for the summer season. The park will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Aug. 3 and weekends from noon to 6 p.m. Aug. 9 to Sept. 1. Day passes are $17 for adults and $14 for youth and seniors. Learn more at carmelclayparks.com/the-waterpark.
GRAND FINALE
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
It will be the end of an era for Sam Robbins.
Robbins is making her 12th appearance in the Miss Indiana competition through the Miss America organization.
“This is the final one,” she said. “I’m 27. That’s the top of the age limit.”
Her first year was in 2013 as Miss Indiana’s Teen. This will be her eighth time in Miss Indiana.
Robbins is one of four Zionsville Community High School graduates competing for Miss Indiana, along with Shaylee Barnes, Kate Dimmett and Grace Branam. The competition will be held for the 20th time in Zionsville and takes place June 18-21 at the Zionsville STAR Bank Performing Arts Center.
Robbins, a 2016 ZCHS graduate, was second runner-up last year and fourth runner-up in 2023.
“This is something that is a little bit different when you know it’s the last time,” she said. “I’m feeling a lot of nostalgic feelings. All the memories from over the years are playing in my head. I think the fun challenge for me is going to be enjoying it and being fully present. I want to have fun, especially with new contestants I’m meeting for the first time and live it up one more time competing for Miss Indiana.”
Robbins’ talent is tap dancing, and her platform is “Party Smarty,” an online community that encourages substance-free parties.
Barnes earned a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience with a minor in contemporary dance from Indiana University this spring. She is taking a year off while applying to medical schools.
Her platform is supporting the MEDLIFE Movement.
“The MEDLIFE Movement is promoting medicine, education and development for low-income families everywhere,” Barnes said. “I was in the Indiana University chapter. I traveled to Ecuador and Peru to provide medicine and development.”
This is the fourth time Barnes, a vocalist, has competed in Miss Indiana. She competed in Miss Indiana’s Teen three times.
ZCHS graduate set for last time in Miss Indiana competition
Barnes and Dimmett are 2021 ZCHS graduates. Dimmett is competing in her third Miss Indiana competition. She won Miss Indiana’s Outstanding Teen competition in 2021. The contest has since been rebranded to Miss Indiana’s Teen.
Dimmett founded Notable Measures in 2017 with her younger sister, Meg, and Kylie Heagy. So, when she needed a community service initiative, she already had one.
“We’ve grown a lot in the last eight
years,” said Dimmett, whose talent is playing the violin. “We’ve raised over $75,000 and we have given more than 140 grants to Indiana schools and music programs.”
Dimmett said more than 70 volunteers have performed with the program, including several ZCHS graduates.
“I’ve grown so much through my time in the organization when I started when I was 16,” she said. “Now, I’m 22 years old and a graduate of IU, just (being) able to
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Eva Branam saw how special competing in Miss Indiana’s Teen last year was for her sister, Grace, and wanted to have that experience.
“Getting to see her at state made me see the friendship and support that comes from everyone during the week and how encouraging everyone can be,” said Eva, who will be a senior at ZCHS in August. “Grace has made lifelong friends during that week. I wanted to be part of it and make all these friendships and sisterhood come to life.”
Eva’s talent is a singing piece with
tap dancing from “Anything Goes.”
“My platform is Heartstrings, an initiative to bring comfort and healing with music and just quality time in nursing homes to help conquer loneliness and isolation,” Eva said. “Some of these residents don’t have anyone near them or any family, so I’d love to just be there for them to talk to.”
Eva said music has been proven to bring back memories to those with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Eva earned Miss Spirit Indiana’s Teen and Grace was named Miss Spirit Indiana.
give back. I wouldn’t be where I am if it weren’t for the mentors of my life, especially in this organization. The opportunities you get for scholarships and personal growth in this organization, you don’t really get anywhere else. For me, I was able to graduate debt-free from college due in large part due to the scholarships that I received from this organization.”
Branam, a 2024 ZCHS graduate who recently completed her freshman year at the University of Cincinnati, said she had fun competing in Miss Indiana’s Teen last year.
“I’m excited to spend more time with the girls and keep developing my connections with them,” Branam said. “I’m excited to represent my state and my initiative. My platform is 1 IN 4, a self-coded algorithm that connects sexual assault victims to resources in their area. Right now, it’s implemented in three major Indiana hospitals and (at the) IU Bloomington campus.”
Branam said visiting schools through the Miss America organization inspired her to pursue an elementary education degree. Her talent is a spoken word, performing “We Rise” by poet Amanda Gorman.
ON THE COVER: Shaylee Barnes, Sam Robbins, Kate Dimmett, Grace Branam and Eva Branam. (Photo by Roger Manning)
From left, Shaylee Barnes, Grace Branam, Sam Robbins, Eva Branam and Kate Dimmett. (Photos courtesy of Roger Manning)
From left, Shaylee Barnes, Kate Dimmett, Sam Robbins, Eva Branam and Grace Branam.
Actors Theatre of Indiana to present ‘Titanic The Musical’
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Michael Blatt became a fan of “Titanic The Musical” when he saw it during its original run on Broadway. The premiere was in 1997. The musical won five Tony Awards.
“I’ve been a huge fan of the show ever since,” Blatt said. “It’s a show I’ve wanted to do ever since. Theaters don’t often do it because it’s such a gigantic show. It’s not really economical for theaters to do, so it’s really a treat to get to do the show.”
Blatt directs Actors Theatre of Indiana’s production of “Titanic The Musical” at 7:30 p.m. June 20-21 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. The musical features Indy Arts Chorale, members of the Carmel Symphony Orchestra and a 21-member cast.
“It’s a big extravaganza,” Blatt said. “It’s an amazing cast. It tells the huge, epic story of the Titanic. Most of the cast play different roles. It’s really exciting to put it together.”
The Titanic sank after it hit an iceberg on its maiden voyage in 1912. There were approximately 700 survivors while an estimated 1,500 passengers and crew died.
show here.”
Dimon plays Kate Murphey, a third-class passenger, and a first-class passenger. She said there was a difference between how third-class passengers and first-class passengers were treated.
“So, it’ll be interesting to experiment with that dynamic,” she said.
Blatt, who lives in New York, is a longtime friend and former North Central High classmate of ATI Artistic Director Judy Fitzgerald. Blatt is directing with ATI for the fourth time.
Annika Dimon is making her ATI debut, but she is intimately familiar with the Carmel-based acting company.
“I grew up watching shows here,” said Dimon, a 2023 Carmel High School graduate and Ball State University dance major. “Seeing so many (ATI) shows is a big part of why I am pursuing this now as a career and pursuing this in college. It feels very full circle to be doing my first professional
‘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
Kevin Potts and Devan Mathias give a sneak preview of “Titanic the Musical” at the June 5 ATI gala. (Photo courtesy of ATI)
Cunard’s ships were faster and Ismay knew it was important for international travelers to reach New York in six days rather than seven. It was going to be a competitive edge, Trapp said.
At CHS, she performed in show choir, the all-female Accents, for two years, and the Ambassadors, the mixed show choir, as a senior.
“Most of my work has been dancing,” Dimon said. “So, I’m really excited to get to dive more into the musical theater world. I was not familiar with this show until I found out that ATI was doing it and I listened to the soundtrack. It’s a beautiful score and now it’s become one of my favorites.”
Doug Trapp, a New York-based actor, is performing with ATI for the third time.
Trapp plays J. Bruce Ismay, owner of the Titanic, part of the White Star Line.
“His father owned the line, and he passed away and he was the oldest son, so he had a huge responsibility to step into his father’s shoes,” Trapp said. “The Titanic was their big thing because they were competing with (the cruise line) Cunard. Ismay’s goal was to compete as far as being a luxurious way to travel.”
“So, he was very much about them having the best of everything on board the ship but also pressing that they be as fast as the other ships that were known for speed,” Trapp said. “So, the challenge of playing someone like that is not to play him as the bad guy. Ismay actually got himself on one of the lifeboats and became known later on in life as the coward of the Titanic, which was a little unfair because he felt a tremendous responsibility to survive because someone is going to have to be responsible for all those families that perished. There is a song called ‘The Blame,’ because they each think the other is to blame. The owner thinks that the builder is responsible. The builder thinks that the captain is responsible and the captain thinks that the owner was responsible. They are all right.”
Trapp said that unlike the 1997 movie that centered on the love story, the musical centers on the facts.
“The music is spectacular and a good friend of mine, David Garrison, played the role of Ismay on Broadway,” Trapp said. “So, I got a little bit of inside track from him.”
For more, visit atistage.org.
“Summer Nights: The Music of Grease” is set for June 19, followed by Dinner with Divas June 20 and Dueling Pianos June 21 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. All 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 through June 22 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.
‘SEUSSICAL
JR.’
Junior Civic presents “Seussical Jr.” June 20-25 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.
‘REVUE!’
Civic Theatre’s Young Artists Program presents “Revue!” at 6 and 8 p.m. June 23 at the Studio Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. For more, visit civictheatre.org.
‘LEADING LADIES’
Red Barn Summer Theatre presents “Leading Ladies” June 18-22 at the Frankfort venue. For more, visit redbarntheatre.net.
STRAIGHT
UP CHUMPS
Late Night on Night will feature Straight Up Chumps at 8 p.m. June 21 in a free concert at the Carmel Arts & Design District. The street party is from 6 to 11 p.m. For more, visit carmelporchfest.org.
‘PEACE
ON EARTH’
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra presents “Peace on Earth: Beethoven’s 9th Symphony” at 3 p.m. June 22 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts. For more, visit indianapolissymphony.org.
MUSIC
Trapp
Dimon
Blatt
From left, Jackson Noonan, Ethan Mobley and Cate Thomas perform in Junior Civic’s “Seussical Jr.” (Photo by Joshua Hasty)
Actors embrace ‘Seussical’ roles
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
For Ethan Mobley, playing kind-hearted Horton the Elephant is a true change of pace.
MUSICAL
“I usually play more of an antagonist or villain or a rich person,” Mobley said. “It’s a really cool character to play because there is a wide range of emotion.”
Mobley portrays Horton the Elephant in Junior Civic Theatre’s production of “Seussical Jr.” June 20-25 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
Jackson Noonan plays The Cat in the Hat. Mobley and Noonan will be freshmen at Zionsville Community High School in August.
“It’s a lot of fun,” Mobley said. “There is so much energy. It’s this big, animated character that bounces all over the stage and (I) really got to play around with it. It just brings so much life to the environment. I act as the narrator telling the story and walking JoJo through it.”
Noonan said there is a lot of memorization.
“But overall, I’ve been able to get a pretty good grasp of it,” he said.
Noonan said he read several Dr. Seuss books when he was younger.
“So, it’s fun to bring that character to life on stage in a unique way that still holds true to the original stories,” he said.
Cate Thomas, a Carmel resident who will be a fifth-grader at St. Maria Goretti Catholic School, plays JoJo.
“JoJo shows so many emotions and she just kind of follows The Cat around and The Cat sometimes gets her in trouble,” she said.
Thomas said she re-read the books to prepare for the role. She enjoys the number “It’s Possible.” This is her first year with
Junior Civic. She appeared in “White Christmas,” a Civic main stage show, in 2024.
Indianapolis resident Shelby Myers is directing at Civic for the first time. Myers performed in “Romeo and Juliet” in 2024 and started teaching classes at Civic.
“I’ve directed a lot of stuff at the high school and middle school level at Warren Central and Shortridge high schools,” Myers said. “Civic is a very special place to get to do children’s theater because you have a whole staff of people just so dedicated and so passionate about teaching young artists.”
There are 40 cast members.
“It’s a big ordeal, but it’s amazing the level of talent we have,” Myers said. “Narrowing it down to just 40 was incredibly challenging. You know you have a group of kids who are the best of the best and are dedicated to putting on a professional level show.”
Myers said she encourages the cast to have fun with their roles.
“The thing about Seuss is you can’t go too big with it,” she said. “So, it’s encouraging the kids to go even bigger, take creative risks and find the magic along the way.”
For more, visit civictheatre.org.
‘REVUE!’
SET
“REVUE!,” Civic Theatre’s Young Artists Program’s annual cabaret-style show, is set for 6 and 8 p.m. June 23 at the Studio Theater in Allied Solutions Center.
The cast, which includes students from Carmel, Noblesville, Zionsville, Fishers and Westfield high schools, among others, collaborate with the directors to create the show that allows them to share their personal stories — via song, dance and spoken word — directly with the audience.
It is directed by Kenny Shepard and Johnna Tavianini.
For more, visit civictheatre.org.
‘Piano Guy’ to perform
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Matt Soverns embraces his moniker, the “Piano Guy.”
JuNe 20 & 21
CONCERT
Soverns will perform at 7:30 p.m. June 27 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. Soverns, who will play his original songs, will release a new dance remix of his single “Tell Me Why.” He has appeared at Feinstein’s with Dueling Pianos with Brittany Brumfield and had a solo show in February.
Soverns released his album “Phoning It In” in 2024. “Phoning It In: Dropped Calls,” a five song EP with alternatives, will be released the day of the Feinstein’s show.
“We’ve been working on the show and improving it until I’m extremely satisfied,” he said. “I’ll be doing alternative versions of everyone’s favorite songs, like ‘Rosé.’ On the release, I have two alternative versions of the song. I’ve also had people tell me they want to hear an alternate version with just me and my piano. Especially with the emotional ballads. The ladies love to hear me and my piano.”
Matt Soverns, whose album “Phoning It In” was released in 2024, will perform June 27 at Feinstein’s at
When he doesn’t have a gig at a bar or private event, the 31-year-old Pendleton resident takes his 64-key Melodigrand on a homemade cart to play large gatherings and, sometimes once a month, on Saturday nights on Mass Ave in Indianapolis.
Soverns said he knows about 1,000 songs from various genres
“I can play Frank Sinatra, and I can play Chappell Roan,” he said. “I can play almost every Billy Joel song.”
Through the years, Soverns has improved his setup.
“I’ve added a microphone and a little battery pack-powered speaker, so I can sing and don’t have to scream at the top of my lungs,” Soverns said.
For more, visit feinsteinshc.com or mattsoverns.com.
Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. (Photo courtesy of Matt Soverns)
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8. “Now!”
14. Wayne County capital city (VA)?
16. Word on a wanted poster
17. Provided with the
necessities
18. Baby’s wear
19. Gather selectively
20. Still-life vessel
22. Belief system
23. Centier Bank worker
25. Ending for Gov. Braun’s web address
27. Final at Fishers HS, e.g.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
29. Ruby or Sandra
30. “___ the Walrus”
33. Attempt to get
36. Sitar music
38. Commit perjury in Hamilton County Court
39. Seniors’ org.
40. Washington County capital city (OR)?
BY THE TOWN OF ZIONSVILLE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing to be held by the Town of Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Zionsville Town Hall, 1100 West Oak Street, Zionsville, Indiana 46077 to consider the following Petition: Petition # 2025-21-SE, filed for Xanderbuilt Commercial LLC, requests Board of Zoning Appeals Approval for a :Special Exception to provide for or permit: Special Exception pursuant to Section 194.082, Table 2 to provide for a landscape contractor business in the Rural General Agriculture (AG) zoning district.
The property involved is commonly known as: 526 N 1200 E, Sheridan, IN 46069 and is legally described as:
A part of the Northeast Quarter of Section 36, Township 19 North, Range 2 East, located in Union Township, Boone County, Indiana, being described as follows:
Beginning at the Railroad Rail at the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 36, Township 19 North, Range 2 East; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds (assumed bearing) 561.00 feet on and along the East line of said Northeast Quarter to a mag nail; thence South 88 degrees 40 minutes 14 seconds West 594.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Northeast Quarter to a 5/8 inch iron rod with yellow cap stamped Miller Surveying; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds 41.92 feet to a 5/8 inch iron rod with yellow cap stamped Miller Surveying; thence South 88 degrees 40 minutes 14 seconds West 1254.00 feet parallel with the South line of said Northeast Quarter to a 5/8 inch rod with yellow cap stamped Miller Surveying; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds 602.92 feet to a 5/8 inch iron rod with yellow cap stamped Miller Surveying on the South line of said Northeast Quarter; thence North 88 degrees 40 minutes 14 seconds East 1848.00 feet to the point of beginning, containing 25 acres more or less.
A copy of the Petition for Board of Zoning Appeal Approval, and all plans pertaining thereto are on file and may be examined prior to the Public Hearing from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, except for Holidays, in the Planning & Building Department in the Zionsville Town Hall, 1100 West Oak Street, Zionsville, Indiana, 46077. Written comments in support of or in opposition of the Petition that are filed with the Secretary of the Town of Zionsville Board of Zoning Appeals prior to the Public Hearing will be considered. The Public Hearing is open to the public. Oral comments to this Petition will be heard at the Public Hearing. The Public Hearing may be continued from time to time as may be found necessary. Further, and as allowed by the laws of the State of Indiana, members of the public will be afforded the opportunity to attend the Board of Zoning Appeals Public Meetings via a form(s) of electronic communication IF indicated in the Agenda (as amended from time to time) associated with the Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting.
Upon request, the Town of Zionsville will provide auxiliary aids and services. Please provide advance notification to the Technology Department, assistance@zionsville-in.gov or 317-873-1577, to ensure the proper accommodations are made prior to the meeting.
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Secretary: Mike Dale
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42. Calypso offshoot
43. Finished
44. Take away
45. QVC alternative
46. Kissing on the street, briefly
47. Thailand, once
49. Enters, as a password
52. Barbecue application
56. Up to now
58. Wawasee or Lemon
60. Lion’s pride
61. “Aha!”
63. Big snake
65. Lambaste
66. Bartholomew County capital city (OH)?
67. Parlor piece
68. VA concern
69. Up to now Down
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2. Irritate
3. Geist racing boat
4. Mellencamp sound booster
5. Leisurely runners on the Monon Trail
6. Comprehended
7. Summed up
8. Crooked Stick golf instructor
9. Break a promise
10. Be indebted
11. Brown County capital city (TN)?
12. Threesome
13. Poems of praise
Names Ending
1 Indiana’s “Maple City”
15. Sledder’s starting point
21. Avon HS grad who is ranked as the 83rd best golfer in the world: Patrick
24. Always, poetically
26. Fever or Fuel
28. Toil and trouble
31. Lends a hand
32. Vegan’s no-no
33. Deep cut
34. Hoosier National Forest trees
35. Clinton County capital city (KY)?
37. Bier Brewery brew
40. Lays down the lawn 41. Military mother 44. Simple card game 46. Fool’s gold 48. Standards of perfection 50. Have a Courthouse Club
sandwich
51. Civil rights org.
53. Sprinted past in the Mini-Marathon
54. Not warranted
55. “Beauty and the ___”
56. Bro and sis
57. Curved molding
59. Shoelace problem
62. Colts football prop 64. Cow chow
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