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The filing period has closed for candidates interested in running for open school board seats, and voters will have two competitive races for Westfield Washington Schools Board of Trustees in November.
At the close of filing June 18, the atlarge seat had two candidates, Republican incumbent Amber Huff Willis and Democrat Gabriel Crawford-Paree.
District 2 incumbent Bill Anderson, Republican, will run unopposed to retain his seat.
For District 4, incumbent Republican Rebecca Ogle will face challenger Steven Castle, who is unaffiliated with a political party.
Anderson, an IT project manager, was first elected to the WWS Board of Trustees in 2018 and was reelected in 2022. He has served as board secretary, vice president and president during his tenure.
In response to a message from Current, Anderson said he enjoys serving the community of Westfield and wants to continue to work toward the future of Westfield schools.
“Westfield Schools have prepared students for their future lives very well for a lot of years,” he said. “We have one of the highest College Readiness scores in the state. Westfield schools are great first and foremost because of the families in our community who are committed to education. I am running to represent them.”
Anderson cited the completion of projects such as the aquatic center, the early learning center, the new tennis center, Shamrock Station and new
school buildings that are in progress.
He said his top three issues are continuing to serve the children in the community and keeping them safe; carrying out a long-term vision to provide educational opportunities for students and implementing a long-term plan to retain and attract the “best and the brightest” to Westfield Washington Schools.
Anderson added that the district has been improving options for students who do not plan to go to college, with plans to expand those programs.
For more, visit westfieldschoolboardcandidates.com.
Castle stated in a news release that the primary obligation of a public school system is to provide an education that will prepare all students to live in a complex, interconnected and diverse world.
“A school board has an obligation to make decisions that honor the education and experience of well-qualified support staff, teachers and administrators in providing that education,” he stated.
Castle, originally from Iowa, previously taught special education in his home town and worked as a behavior consultant to school districts in northeast Iowa. He later moved to the Chicago area and took on various roles in that same field, finishing his career as director of special education in Mundelein, Ill.
He stated that after retiring in 2015, he and his wife, Gail, moved to Westfield to be closer to family, adding that two of their grandchildren attended Westfield Washington Schools. Although he’s officially retired, Castle stated that he still works as an advocate for parents of children with special
needs.
“My 38 years in public education and my 10 years as an advocate have taught me the importance of listening, tolerance, kindness and cooperation,” he stated. “In these current times, with our public schools under almost constant attack, I believe listening, tolerance, kindness and cooperation need to be brought into focus. Westfield Washington Schools have an outstanding reputation. I would honor the opportunity to build on and improve that reputation.”
In a statement sent to Current, Crawford-Paree said he grew up in Fishers and moved to Westfield in 2022 with his wife, in part because of the high quality public school system for their future kids.
“My background is in engineering, which provides me with a strong basis in collaborative problem solving,” he stated. “I believe my public education here in Hamilton County was the backbone of getting where I am today.”
He started attending school board meetings to get acquainted with the district and said he would like to improve board agendas, so that the public is better informed of what the board will be discussing. He said it also seemed difficult for the public to submit statements, speak at meetings or get information from their school board representatives.
“Alongside this, when the Statehouse supermajority made their changes to school funding and the school board election process last year, that was what pushed me over the edge to run,”
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‘Hailey’s Army’ golf fundraiser set — The Hailey’s Army Charity Golf Tournament is set for July 11 at the Wood Wind Golf Course in Westfield, 2302 W. 161st St., with registration opening before the 12:30 p.m. start. The event supports Hailey’s Army’s mission to provide education, advocacy and resources to help keep kids safe while navigating the digital world.
Advancing Westfield grants open — The Advancing Westfield Foundation applications for grant funding are open through July 31. The foundation provides funding for nonprofit organizations within the Westfield community, ensuring support for vital services for youth, adults, seniors, veterans and disabled community members. Grant applications may be submitted only by 501(c)(3) accredited organizations that operate in and/or serve the Westfield community. Grant requests may be made for up to $50,000. Applications and additional information can be found at advancingwestfieldfoundation.org.
Weichert in Westfield announces new hire — Weichert Realtors-EPG recently announced that Terri Price has joined the Westfield affiliate, 144 W. Main St. The office is an independently owned and operated franchise of Weichert Real Estate Affiliates.
International Festival rescheduled — The Westfield International Festival will take place from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 19 at Grand Junction Plaza.
Open mic nights at Grand Junction Brewery — Grand Junction Brewery, 1189 E. 181st St., is holding open mic nights at 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Participants can perform music, comedy, poetry or spoken word.
Menards hosting food drive — Menards home improvement stores are serving as drop sites for local food pantries through the end of July. Donations can be placed in large collection boxes near the exit doors.
Golf cart inspection slots open — The Westfield Police Department has additional appointment slots for golf cart inspections and registrations. Inspections cost $100. To schedule an appointment, visit tinyurl.com/36efkydz.
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he stated. “The Republican party in my view has taken a stance against public education in the state. I filed to run as a Democrat, not because I want to bring partisanship to the school board, but because the Republicans have made basic support of public education a partisan issue.”
He said running as a Democrat is a flag indicating where he stands on public education.
Crawford-Paree said his primary campaign issues are to promote transparency and community engagement with the school board, support and retain teachers, and protect and shield the school system from partisan attacks.
For more, visit crawfordpareeforwws. com.
Willis first was elected to the WWS Board of Trustees in 2015 and is completing her third term. According to her profile on the board website, she is a lifelong Westfield resident and attended WWS, graduating in 1999. She graduated from Miami University in 2003, and her children now attend Westfield High School and Cornerstone Preschool.
“I believe wholeheartedly in giving back to the community in which I was raised by getting involved,” she stated. “I am a member of the Westfield Education Foundation, a Hamilton County Leadership Academy Alumnus, a member of the Westfield Business Development Committee, a member of the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis, Westfield 4-H Club Leader and most importantly, a member of Northview Church.”
On her campaign website, westfieldschoolboardcandidates.com, Ogle stated that she was born and raised in Sheridan, attended Franklin College and moved to Carmel after earning her degree in accounting in 1996. She said her family moved to Westfield when her oldest son was 6 months old because of the school system.
“Our youngest son, Elliott, has been the biggest beneficiary of our school system, able to keep pace with his classmates despite struggling with mental health issues and a three-year battle with leukemia,” she stated. “The administration, teachers and resource assistance at Carey Ridge provided more than just educational support to our family during his time there.”
Her younger son now is a junior at Westfield High School and her oldest is at Franklin College, studying business and playing football.
Ogle stated that she is a certified public accountant, a certified fraud examiner, certified construction industry financial professional and a chief financial officer for a professional safety consulting company in Indianapolis.
“My professional experience allows me to bring business expertise plus sound accounting and finance best practices to board discussions and decisions,” she stated. “As one of the largest businesses in Westfield, it is important to have a proven financial professional serving on the board.”
She previously has been involved with the Downtown Westfield Association, the Westfield Chamber of Commerce and other organizations.
Willis works for her family’s business, CSI Signs.
-Kathy
The City of Westfield will host three days of Fourth of July celebrations July 2-4. For more, visit westfieldin.gov/576/ America-250-in-Westfield.
Motor District, 1516 W. Tournament Trail in Westfield, will host All-Americana, a celebration of American automotive design and performance from noon to 2 p.m. July 18. Guest access without lunch is free. Guest access with lunch is $35. To register, visit artomobilia.org/store-2026sq/p/ all-americana-2026.
The 2026 NFL FLAG Championships will take place at the Droplight Grand Park Sports Campus July 23-26. Register with NFL OnePass for free entry or at NFL. com/FLAGChampionships.
The local business community can connect through regular chamber-led events, including:
• Young Professionals Coffee & Networking — 8 a.m. July 14, Hampton Inn Westfield
• Young Professionals Happy Hour — 4 to 6 p.m. July 28, location TBD
• Chamber Coffee Connections — 8 a.m. July 30, Westfield Washington Public Library
The following Westfield government meetings are scheduled:
• Parks and Recreation Board — 7 p.m. July 1, City Hall assembly room
• Plan Commission — 7 p.m. July 6, City Hall assembly room
• Plat Committee — 11 a.m. July 13 and 27, 2728 E. 171st St., main meeting room
• City Council — 7 p.m. July 13, City Hall assembly room
• Redevelopment Commission — 6 p.m. July 20, City Hall assembly room
• Plan Commission workshop — 7 p.m. July 20, 2728 E. 171st St., main meeting room
• Board of Public Works — 1 p.m. July 22, City Hall assembly room
• Westfield Washington Schools Board of Trustees — 6:30 p.m. July 14 and 6 p.m. July 28 at the WWS Administration Center, 19500 Tomlinson Rd., Suite B.
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
Hamilton County GOP officials are calling for a criminal investigation into 10 fake signatures found on a petition to place former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard on the November ballot for Indiana secretary of state.
Hamilton County GOP Chair Mario Massillamany said in a June 18 statement that Indiana State Police and the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office should investigate and prosecute the person who submitted the fraudulent signatures.
The petition is part of an effort to collect the required voter signatures to add Ballard to the November election ballot.
“The irony cannot be overstated,” Massillamany stated. “Greg Ballard is running for the very office charged with protecting Indiana’s elections and a volunteer on his campaign has been caught committing election fraud. If you cannot run an honest petition drive, you have no business running the office that safeguards our elections.”
Ballard’s campaign released a statement in response, noting that the “rogue individual” has been removed from the campaign.
“This is the system working exactly the way it’s supposed to,” the statement added. “It’s why all signatures are verified by the counties and why each signature gatherer has to sign each petition sheet attesting to the validity of the signatures on it.”
Ballard’s campaign stated that the 10 signatures represent about .02 percent of the more than 35,000 collected and turned in at that time.
Ballard served two terms as mayor of Indianapolis from 2008 to 2016. He is
running as an independent candidate. For more, visit gregballard.com.
Hamilton County Elections Administrator Beth Sheller confirmed that a nominating petition had included some potentially fake names.
“We had someone who dropped off many pages of petitions,” she said in an email. “During the certifying of these signatures, we found one page that appears to possibly be fraudulent.”
Sheller said Indiana State Police picked up the petition about two weeks before the county GOP’s statement was released.
Hamilton County Prosecutor Joshua Kocher said in a June 18 email that he was aware of Massillamany’s statements related to the collection of signatures for a political candidate’s ballot access.
“The integrity of the election process is fundamental to our maintaining public trust in our democratic institutions,” Kocher said. “As with any allegation of criminal conduct, our office will review any information provided and work with the appropriate investigative agencies to determine if criminal charges are appropriate in Hamilton County. It would be inappropriate to comment further on any specific investigation at this time.”
Massillamany urged election officers throughout the state to carefully scrutinize all Ballard petition documents and called on the Indiana Election Division to flag and audit petition pages from the person who collected the fake signatures.
In a June 23 announcement, the Ballard campaign stated that it had submitted about 64,000 petition signatures to county clerks — more than the 37,000 required —and would continue collecting signatures through the end of the month.
E-bike community forums set — The Westfield Police Department has scheduled two community forums focused on Indiana laws and ordinances governing e-bikes, dirt bikes, golf carts and other off-road vehicles. The forums will be 6 p.m. July 1 and July 15, both at Westfield High School, 18250 N. Union St., in the main auditorium. Each presentation will last approximately one hour and will include a question-and-answer session. No registration is required.
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
Although it wasn’t an agenda item, the recent death of a Westfield child who was hit by a car on Tomlinson Road was a topic of discussion during the June 22 Westfield City Council meeting.
Two people spoke during public comment, urging the city to establish an immediate fix to improve public safety, even if officials want to find a different long-term solution. Emily Ralph told the council that the danger at the intersection of 196th Street and Tomlinson Road was known before the 7-year-old boy was killed June 9.
“In October of 2025, a parent warned the city engineer about heavy pedestrian traffic here, but the response, unfortunately, was ‘No’ — that because no one walks here, children won’t walk there, and because there are no pedestrian facilities and sidewalks weren’t built, we couldn’t place a crosswalk there,” Ralph said. “Under our unified development ordinance, the city had legal leverage to force corporate developers to build safety infrastructure, yet developers walk away with profits and this intersection is left unsafe.”
Ralph added that the road has a speed limit of 40 mph, even though it is next to Monon Trail Elementary School. She asked the city to reduce that speed limit to 25 mph and find an immediate solution, such as a three-way stop, which she said had been proposed by city and school officials.
“Yet we’re hearing that the mayor finds it to be too complicated or not the long-term best solution here,” she said. “This administration deploys temporary traffic solutions for sports events in a single afternoon. Why is it standard operating procedure for tourists, but too complicated when it comes to saving our kids before Aug. 17 when school starts?”
In a later email to Current, Ralph shared a link to a petition with about 700 signatures asking for a crosswalk to
be installed at that intersection, along with sidewalks. The petition notes how close the intersection is to homes and a school, and states that the lack of crossing infrastructure makes it dangerous for kids walking or riding bikes to class.
The council did not take action on the issue. During his comments near the close of the meeting, Mayor Scott Willis said his heart breaks for the family of the boy who was killed.
“First off, let’s be very clear, we are committed to making sure that this area of our city is safe, and I don’t care how hard it is, we will find a solution,” he said. “I’ve never once said that we wouldn’t address it because it’s difficult — that’s just not how it works. We’re going to fix this, but like all things, we want to make sure that we do this right.”
Willis said there are inconsistencies throughout the city regarding traffic near schools and he wants to find a consistent approach that works everywhere. He said he had a meeting the previous week with various city and county officials about the Tomlinson Road intersection, specifically.
“We had a very large, robust meeting and we’ve talked through multiple solutions,” Willis said. “We have two paths we’re pursuing right now. Neither are going to be quick fixes, because it is a complicated intersection.”
He said the city controls only one corner of the intersection, with the others controlled by Hamilton County or a private landowner. Willis added that some trees in that area fall under federal bat protection rules and couldn’t be removed until fall.
“There’s just lots of things that we’re going to have to work through,” he said. “And lastly, and most importantly, I have spoken with the parents of (the boy), and I’ve committed to them that I will meet with them and review whatever solution we come up with first before we do any kind of public session or public announcement moving forward.”
Italian Festival announced — St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 17102 Springmill Rd. in Westfield, will host its yearly Italian Festival starting at 5:30 p.m. July 11, featuring food, games, prizes and inflatables, and ending with fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
By David Jacobs david@youarecurrent.com
Conditions were far from perfect at Prairie View Golf Club for the second and final round of the June 16-17 IHSAA Boys Golf State Finals, but that did not stop Westfield from winning the team and individual titles.
Top-ranked defending champion Westfield shot a two-day total score of 592 to edge No. 8 Center Grove, which shot 593, to win its second consecutive state title. Guerin Catholic was third with 596.
Westfield senior Hudson Kutchma won the individual championship with a two-day 142 after winning a twohole playoff against Guerin senior Eli Wessel.
The Shamrocks’ other scorers were seniors Ryan Cesare and Mitchell Keene, junior Brayden Worthington and sophomore Keaton Kott.
Cesare made the winning putt after the Trojans triple-bogeyed the 18th hole to end the rain-soaked tournament as Westfield parred on the last two holes to secure the win.
Leading up to the 18th, Kutchma had bogeyed holes No. 16 and 17 to cede the lead to Wessel.
“I knew on (the) 16th (hole that) I went long,” Kutchma said. “I knew I had to try and make par, but I made
bogey. I saw Mitchell Keane, and that cheered me up and kept me going.”
With Kutchma a hole ahead of Wessel in the final pairings, the senior was able to get onto the green in two shots and two-putt to save a birdie and tie things up at 2-underpar.
As Wessel’s group concluded play, he didn’t make birdie, which set up a playoff with Kutchma in a full downpour.
“Coach (Josh) Bryant always tells me that I play better in the rain,” Kutchma said. “As a golfer, I feel like I’m just a kid that never gives up.”
The victory marks the first time a school produced back-to-back individual champions since Jeremy Wilkerson of South Bend Clay won consecutive titles in 1994 and 1995, and the first time since Anderson did it in 1952 and 1953 that a school swept the individual and team championships in consecutive seasons.
Will Harvey won the individual title last year for the Shamrocks.
“(The double) just means a lot,” Kutchma said. “I was thinking (about the) team all day. Whatever I could do to help, I was glad I could make a birdie on the last hole to support my team. They’ve all been my buddies and best friends along the way. Will (Harvey) won it last year, so it was nice to see him running after me. It meant a lot.”
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The Westfield Police Department has launched its new Citizens on Patrol program, which trains civilian volunteers to patrol trails, parks, public spaces and community events, identify suspicious activity and report safety concerns.
The program is designed to strengthen public safety through resident engagement, visibility and proactive crime prevention, according to a news release.
“Public safety is strongest when it is a shared responsibility between law enforcement and the community we serve,” WPD Chief Shawn Keen stated. “Our Citizens on Patrol volunteers are dedicated residents who have stepped forward to support Westfield in a meaningful way. Their visibility … will help us strengthen neighborhood connections, identify concerns more quickly and continue building the trust that is essential to effective policing.”
Citizens on Patrol members are
trained volunteers who are not sworn law enforcement officers. They do not conduct enforcement activities, make arrests or carry weapons. They serve as observers and ambassadors, reporting
concerns and assisting with community engagement efforts, the news release stated.
To be eligible for the program, participants must first complete the Westfield Police Department’s Citizens Police Academy. Program members also are trained in CPR, AED, de-escalation techniques and police radio operations.
COP patrols are conducted on foot and by golf cart, with volunteers working alongside WPD and maintaining communication with on-duty supervisors.
For more about the Citizens Police Academy and other volunteer opportunities, visit westfieldin.gov/police and westfieldin.gov/citizensacademy.
Dan Schwinghammer, 81, of Westfield, passed away on June 17, 2026. He was born, July 2, 1944, in St. Cloud, MN to Willard and Bernice (Henkemeyer) Schwinghammer.
He grew up on the family dairy farm and attended Crosier seminary, Onamia, MN. He then continued his education receiving a Bachelor’s degree at St. John’s University, Collegeville, MN, and his Master’s degree at Spaulding University, Louisville, KY.
military service and also Distinguished Civilian Service Award for duty with the Department of Defense.
Dan was married to Judy Knettel on June 10, 1967. One month after their marriage, Dan was drafted into the Army and attended U.S. Office Candidate School at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma, and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant. Immediately thereafter, he was assigned to Field Artillery Officer duty in Korea.
After his tour on active duty, Dan continued his military service with the U.S. Army Reserve for a cumulative total of 37 years and retired as a Colonel. Units that he commanded during this time period included C Battery 4/76 Field Artillery (Korea); 212th Supply and Service Battalion (Jeffersonville, IN); 123rd Support Group (Indianapolis); Eighth U.S. Army Augmentation Command (Korea/ Indianapolis); 6035 Garrison Support Unit (Indianapolis). He also commanded Miliary Intelligence units that supported varied intelligence agencies.
Dan was employed by the Department of Defense for over 30 years. He served as Command Executive Officer for the Army Reserve and also was a logistics instructor for the Armor School at Ft. Knox, KY. He received the Legion of Merit for exemplary
Dan and Judy treasured their time together and spent their retirement focusing on family. They found solace in cultivating beauty in the flower garden under Judy’s guidance, enjoyed working on fitness together, (especially swimming) baking sourdough bread, and cooking healthy meals. Their most precious times were interacting with their daughters and grandchildren, and great grandchildren. The activities were varied and extensive to include hiking, board games, cribbage, Mexican train, Old Maid, wood working, and sharing time together.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, and who was a loyal companion and supported him faithfully throughout his military career. He is also survived by two loving daughters, Caren (James) Roach and Kristen (Adam) Carroll; six grandchildren, Brittany (Stephen) Slaton, Brooke, Ashley, and John (Savannah) Bock, and Ally and Avery Carroll; two great grandchildren Sophie Bock, and Theodore Lucas; siblings, Bob (Joan), William (Cindy), Tim, Ruth (Chuck), Loren (Kari), Paul (Barb), Charles, David (Michele), Tom (Kim), Jerry (Lia), and Joan.
In addition to his parents, Dan was preceded in death by his brothers, Tom, Jim, Roger, Peter and Johnny; sisters Mary and Margaret.
A private family service with Military Honors will be held in Marion National Cemetery.
Bussell Family Funerals is privileged to assist the family in arrangements.
Westfield expands Independence Day celebration in honor of America’s 250th Westfield to host July 3 Freedom Parade
Westfield to kick off America 250 with Red, White, and Bloom at Westfield Farmer’s Market
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
Westfield’s multiday celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday will culminate with a bigger-than-ever Westfield Rocks the Fourth celebration, set for 4 to 10:30 p.m. July 4 at the Grand Park Sports Complex.
Director of Community Engagement Matt Deck said planning for the 2026 celebration started about two years ago when Mayor Scott Willis assumed office.
“He is a 30-year veteran of the Marine Corps and retired as a colonel, and patriotism in this country is very important to him,” Deck said. “He wanted to make sure that Westfield really stood out when it came to celebrating this event.”
To that end, the city tied in its Thursday Farmers Market July 2 with a patriotic theme, and added a parade on July 3 — a day that most people will have off from work because the Fourth of July falls on a Saturday. The main festivities on July 4 open at 4 p.m. at Grand Park Sports Complex and kick off with a 5 p.m. concert by the Flying Toasters, ending at 7 p.m.
“At roughly 7:05, we’ll have an honor guard and the national anthem … and then at 7:15, we will have our annual Frank’s Franks Hot Dog Eating Contest,” Deck said, noting that Peter Rush is the returning champion — again. “I believe he has won at the last — I can’t tell you exactly how many, but at least the last five or six years — so, we’ll be excited to have him back.”
New this year will be the addition of two large screens on the main stage to help everyone in the audience better see the entertainment.
“And then we’re going to take our big Parks video screen and put it … in between where the stage is and our vendors are and our Kids Zone is, so that it can also display what’s going on on the stage,” he said, adding that there also will be a mobile camera interacting with people in the crowd, getting their impressions. “I think we have created a much higher level of connectivity with the audience by putting these three large screens, and then having a mobile camera that can roam about. It’s just going to create a greater connectivity, especially for a footprint as large as ours, which occupies a full parking lot and really almost four full-size football fields.”
The event footprint includes a large Kid Zone with activities and entertainment for the younger set, including inflatables, face painting, a watermelon-eating contest and various performances. Parents can register ahead of time for kid zone wristbands at westfieldin.gov/399/Westfield-Rocks-The-4th.
Deck said there also will be more than 20 food vendors in Parking Lot C, including Frank’s Franks, ribs, gyros and a variety of beverages. He said the annual
event usually draws up to 13,000 people, and he expects this year’s to exceed that number.
At 8 p.m., the party will pick up with The 1985 taking the stage, playing hits from the 1980s until around 10 p.m.
“That’s when the big fireworks and drone show start,” Deck said. “Typically, those shows are about 20 to 22 minutes. This year, the show is going to be around 27 to 28 minutes long. So, attendees will get
a longer drone display, they’ll get a longer fireworks show and we have had to create a bigger fallout zone because they will be using even larger mortars for even brighter and better explosions in the night sky.”
Deck said Westfield’s fireworks and drone show is a signature moment for the Fourth of July every year, and is known in Hamilton County and beyond.
“We really see people from all over Hamilton County, and really the state of Indiana,” he said.
“Our fireworks show has really created a wonderful reputation. There’s a lot of communities that do stuff during the day, but we feel that our fireworks and drone show, which is always on July 4 and always in the evening, has really established itself as one of the preferred activities every year around our country’s birthday.”
For more information about the full slate of events, including about where to park, visit westfieldin. gov/399/Westfield-Rocks-The-4th.
ON THE COVER: Westfield Rocks the Fourth, the city’s annual Fourth of July celebration, is set for 4 to 10:30 p.m. at the Grand Park Sports Complex. (Photo courtesy of the City of Westfield)
General parking for the Westfield Rocks the Fourth event is available in Lots C, D, E and F. Those parking spaces are free and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
A limited number of preferred parking spots are available in Lot G for $15 per vehicle, providing closer parking spaces to the event grounds.
All vehicles in the parking lots, including preferred parking, will exit the event as directed by public safety personnel, according to the City of Westfield.
(Map courtesy of the City of Westfield)
By Hannah VanLandingham hannah@youarecurrent.com
As part of the City of Westfield’s multiday celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the community will host a Freedom Parade July 3.
The parade will kick off at 6 p.m. on North Union Street, finishing just south of Grand Junction Plaza at College Avenue.
“So much work has gone into bringing this event together and it will be rewarding to see families, friends and neighbors enjoying the parade and creating lasting memories together,” Westfield Community Events Coordinator Laura Engledow said. “Community events like this have a unique way of bringing people together, and I think the energy along the parade route will be incredible.”
safety agencies, veterans’ groups, elected officials and community leaders.
“Our goal was to create a parade that is welcoming, family friendly and representative of the many people and organizations that help make Westfield a thriving community,” Engledow said. “While spectators will see the excitement along the parade route, there has been an incredible amount of collaboration and teamwork behind the scenes to make this event possible.”
The end of the parade doesn’t mark the end of the day’s festivities. The celebration will continue that night at Grand Junction Plaza with balloon twisters, airbrush artists, food vendors and a variety of offerings from local businesses.
Engledow said the parade “reflects the diversity of the Westfield community,” featuring civic organizations, schools, businesses, nonprofits, public
The post-parade celebration also will feature a free concert by the Jason Lee McKinney Band, beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Continued from Page 17 Westfield to come together, recognize how far we have come, and inspire future generations to remain engaged in their communities and country.”
Participants also can watch live performances by Westfield Basile Playhouse, featuring stories from America’s history.
Engledow acknowledged the importance of the 250th anniversary, and what it means for the Westfield community.
“America 250 is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reflect on our nation’s history, honor those who came before us and celebrate the values that continue to unite us,” Engledow said. “It is also a chance for communities like
She said the parade, in particular, is a meaningful way to bring residents together.
“The event creates an opportunity for residents of all ages to celebrate our nation’s history while showcasing the organizations, businesses and community groups that make Westfield such a special place,” Engledow said.
For more, visit westfieldin.gov/ america250.
By Hannah VanLandingham hannah@youarecurrent.com
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The kickoff event for the City of Westfield’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary is called Red, White and Bloom — the July 2 Westfield Farmer’s Market. The patriotic-themed event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. and will feature special themed products, Fourth of July specials, family-friendly activities and renditions of Americana hits from the live musician on-site.
“I’m looking forward to seeing people create memories while they’re at the market,” Westfield Markets Manager Molly O’Connor said. “In addition to shopping with our local vendors, we’ve added some fun experiences this year, including beautiful floral photo oppor-
tunities provided by Westfield Flower Box, and a vintage VW photo bus that will print photo strips live on-site. I think families, friends and visitors are going to have a great time capturing those special moments together.”
Much thought is put into the organization of each market, she said, in hopes of creating a positive experience for vendors and patrons.
“The vendor selection process begins months before the season starts,” O’Connor said. “We review applications to ensure we have a strong mix of local farmers, food producers, artisans and small businesses, while also prioritizing product quality, uniqueness and overall
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variety so shoppers have a well-rounded experience. Once vendors are selected, we carefully map out the market to create a good flow for visitors and balance product categories throughout the space. We also consider factors like vendor size, electrical needs and returning vendor locations, all with the goal of creating a market that is easy to navigate and enjoyable for both shoppers and vendors.”
In the past, the market was suspended during the Fourth of July holiday week. O’Connor said she is excited to be part of the celebration this year.
“This is the first time in several years that we’re hosting the market during the week of July 4, as we’ve typically canceled it in the past,” she said. “We’re looking forward to seeing the community embrace the holiday spirit while supporting local farmers, makers and small businesses.”
She said it’s exciting when residents and visitors choose to shop local, and organizers expect a great atmosphere during the market.
“America 250 is a chance to celebrate the traditions and values that have
brought communities together for generations,” O’Connor said. “Farmers markets embody that spirit by supporting local agriculture, small businesses and community connections.
As we mark this historic milestone, it’s meaningful to recognize the important role local markets continue to play in keeping our communities vibrant and connected.”
For more, visit westfieldin.gov/ farmersmarket.
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By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
Ed Koczan used to play “shopkeeper” when he was a kid and he’s made that childhood dream a reality with his new store, Pop Junction, a small-batch specialty popcorn shop in the heart of Westfield.
Koczan, a Westfield resident since 2012, has worked in sales and marketing and said he started looking for business opportunities a few years ago. He considered a variety of options, from construction to LEGO resale. But then, he said, he and his wife were watching a documentary about a popcorn business.
“I told her, ‘I would totally go do that,’ and she’s like, ‘Well, why don’t you go do that?’” he said. And so it began.
First, Koczan needed to find a space, which is challenging in a popular and growing city like Westfield. One spot was leased before he could even look at it, another wasn’t quite what he wanted. He said he had stopped at Rivet Coffee Bar on Jersey Street for a coffee and spotted a “for lease” sign on a house just down the street — a former bakery. Within 36 hours, he signed a lease for 203 Jersey St.
Koczan invested in some sweat equity to renovate the interior and ordered all the specialized equipment needed to start his popcorn shop — including the same kind of industrial popper Skinny Pop uses. The difference is, he has one popper compared to the 40-plus the na-
tional brand has in constant use.
“We came up with the name Pop Junction to kind of align with the nature of the proximity to Grand Junction Plaza,” he said. “The concept model is … small-batch gourmet popcorn, producing everything on-site.”
Popcorn products will include popular flavors such as movie butter, cheddar and caramel, along with unique options offered on a rotation, like dill pickle. Koczan said the store also will sell retro candy like Big League Chew bubble gum and wax lips, as well as chilled classic sodas in glass bottles.
“The folks at Grand Junction Plaza have done a great job with putting on events here,” he said. “Between concerts, movies in the park, the farmers market is here weekly, and all the other community events — I’m about 100 feet away from that, so I want to try to have something so families that come in, you can kind of grab-and-go — grab a drink, grab some candy, grab some popcorn and go enjoy the park, or wherever you’re going.”
Popcorn has a nostalgic appeal, he said, and it’s an affordable indulgence for families.
As of mid-June, Koczan was putting the finishing touches on Pop Junction with the hope of a soft opening before the July 4 holiday. He said he’s excited to welcome customers to his store, adding that the City of Westfield has been supportive and helpful as he got his new business off the ground.
For more, visit popjunctionindy.com.
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Community Health Network-Westfield pediatricians Dr. Amanda Asbury and Dr. Michael Zimmerman recently answered the following questions from Current about how to keep kids and the whole family safe during the summer months.
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON SUMMER-RELATED INJURIES/ILLNESSES?
• Fractures
• Head injuries and concussions
• Sunburns
• Heat-related illness
• Insect and tick bites
• Drowning
WHAT TREATMENT/PREVENTION DO YOU SUGGEST?
For fractures, treatment depends on severity and may include immobilization with a splint, walking boot or cast. More complex fractures may require surgical intervention. To prevent fractures, wear appropriate protective gear for sports. Trampolines can be an
especially dangerous source of fractures especially in young kids. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children, especially those younger than 6, avoid trampolines. If you do allow older children to jump, ensure that an adult is present, netting is zipped up and only one jumper is allowed at a time.
Asbury
After head injuries/ concussions, a gradual return to play and school is recommended, with close monitoring for symptom recurrence. Avoiding a second head impact during recovery is critical. Prevention includes wearing properly fitted helmets for biking, skating and contact sports. Children under 16 should avoid ATVs and high-risk motorized activities. To treat sunburns, apply cool compresses or give a cool bath and use soothing moisturizers or aloe-based lotions. If blisters form, leave them intact and monitor for infection. To prevent sunburns, wear sun-protective clothing, apply sunscreen with an SPF greater than 30 to all exposed skin and reapply
every two hours, especially after swimming or sweating. For infants under 6 months, minimize direct sun exposure and rely on shade, protective clothing and wide-brimmed hats rather than sunscreen. Heatstroke is a medical emergency. If a child has an elevated temperature — above 104 — and is not acting like themselves, call 911 and immediately immerse in cold water.
Oral antihistamines or topical hydrocortisone can relieve itching from insect bites. Check for ticks after outdoor activities in places where ticks live, especially in or near woodlands. Pay special attention to the armpit, hairline, ears, groin and behind the knees. Ticks should be removed promptly using finetipped tweezers. The risk of Lyme disease transmission increases after 36 to 48 hours of attachment. To prevent tick bites, wear permethrin-treated clothing and apply DEET-containing insect repellent to exposed skin (approved for children older than 2 months). Tuck
pants into socks when hiking in highrisk areas.
To prevent drowning, multiple layers of protection — barriers, supervision, swim lessons, life jackets and CPR training — are recommended because no single strategy prevents all drowning.
HAVE YOU NOTICED INCREASED INJURIES RELATED TO E-BIKES?
E-bike injuries have increased over the last 10 years, although this is not surprising given the dramatic rise in use over that time period. What is more notable is that e-bike injuries tend to be much more severe than injuries on traditional bikes because of the greater speed involved, and e-bikes often are ridden on the same surface as motor vehicles. Helmet use and closed-toe shoes are essential for all e-bike riders.
Fireworks are a significant source of burns, eye injuries and hand/finger injuries. It is important to teach children to stay an appropriate distance from fireworks and to have appropriate supervision.
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
This will be Indianapolis Opera’s 16th annual Lobster Palooza and will be special because it’s the last one. Indianapolis Opera General Director David Starkey said the rising cost of lobsters the last several years will force the organization to find a new signature fundraiser. Lobster Palooza is set for 6 p.m. July 11 at Basile Opera Center, 4011 N. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis
“Lobster is a traded commodity around the world, so it is very volatile to global economic influences, which is a very interesting novelty of lobster,” Starkey said. “So, in our 16 years there have been periods where lobster is very available, it’s very affordable and there are times where it’s very expensive. It’s very expensive now and that doesn’t align very well when you are trying to raise money.”
Starkey said Indy Opera is welcome to new ideas people have presented to the organization.
“We need to put this theme aside and welcome the next theme, which is going to be around a festival idea, but build upon this great excitement that we have been able to influence for these last 16 years,” he said. “There’s still a lot of people that remember it fondly, but we need to grow into sort of the next evolution of how we partner with people.”
Starkey said there will be pictures and stories from the past about how Lobster Palooza started.
The idea came from Jimmy and Muffi James, who designed the event. Jimmy James, who died in 2021, owned 21st Amendment liquor stores. The opera supporters convinced NBA legend Larry Bird, then the Indiana Pacers president of basketball operation, and his wife, Dinah, to be honorary chairs.
“There were other celebrity people involved from the Pacers and the neighborhood,” Starkey said. “I was told that in the early years that people would come from other parts of the
country just to meet Larry Bird.”
The first Lobster Palooza was held in the back parking lot of the Basile Opera Center under a circus tent, the former site of GreekFest.
“Seventy percent of the people that visit our building will remember they attended GreekFest sometime in their lifetime,” Starkey said. “One of the things about (Indy Opera) doing Lobster Palooza outside and putting up the massive circus tent was to reflect on that festival environment that used to be on the property.”
Jimmy James’ mother was a longtime member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, which was formerly in the neighborhood. The church and GreekFest moved to Carmel in 2009.
Muffi James was on the Indy opera company board for more than 20 years.
The event was held at Daniel’s Vineyard in 2021 and 2022.
Indianapolis Opera purchased the building at the end of 2020 and started a renovation. But the previous owner sold the parking lot separately.
“In 2023, we redesigned the event to be part of the restored building, the historical renovation of it, and to incorporate the 1-acre footprint that we are on today,” Starkey said.
Starkey said the new theme will be announced later.
“I know we’ll have a festival environment in the summer and we’ll have singers,” he said.
For more, indyopera.org.
“Cinderella” runs through July 12 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.
“Esque, Burlesque” is set for July 3, followed by 2000’s Night BBMak, a British pop trio, July 7 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.
“Wait Until Dark” concludes July 1-5 (except July 4) at Red Barn Theatre in Frankfort. For more, visit redbarntheatre.net.
Carmel to become Songbook City — The City of Carmel is transforming into Songbook City next month to recognize the Carmel-based Great American Songbook Foundation and its work to preserve and celebrate the history of popular music. Founded in 2007 and headquartered at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, the Songbook Foundation is known for its preservation efforts through the Songbook Library & Archives and its annual Songbook Academy summer intensive. Running from July 6 to 31, the Songbook City activation will include the temporary substitution of select street signs with the names of music legends, such as songwriter Cole Porter and vocalist Ella Fitzgerald. This year’s Songbook Academy, which starts July 11 includes three public events at the Payne & Mencias Palladium, all of which will also be livestreamed: There will be a free public masterclass at 2 p.m. July 13 followed by Songbook Showcase at 7 p.m. July 16 and Songbook Academy in Concert at 7 p.m. July 18. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Westfield High School student Jacob Cintron is ready for the full Songbook Academy experience.
Cintron, who will be a senior this school year, was one of 40 national finalists selected for the Songbook Academy, which is set for July 11-18 at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
School graduate who attended Songbook Academy twice.
“After seeing her in Songbook, that was really a call to action for me to really go out there and audition,” Cintron said.
“I’m really excited to dive into the music that they provide,” he said. “It’s not very common that kids want to get into the old jazz music that spans from the 1920s to the 1970s. I feel like the Songbook Academy is a great place to really dive into that genre and just expand my music palette. I’m really excited to meet the people there, not only my fellow students, but also the mentors, the staff and all the music teachers and people who have a lot of experience in the industry.”
Cintron learned about Songbook Academy from another choir member, Journee Woodley, a 2025 Westfield High
Cintron has been a member of the Westfield Signature Sound choir, an a cappella group, for the past two years. That made him more interested in jazz.
“I feel joining Signature Sound opened that genre to me, and ever since, I’ve fallen in love with it,” he said. “It’s one of the reasons I fell in love with Songbook because I feel like there’s so much storytelling and just unappreciated music that I feel needs to be brought to light.”
His favorite vocalists are Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole.
“I like the more soulful jazz music, not much of the fast-paced jazz, the songs that speak about love, the slower sentimental songs,” he said.
Songbook Showcase is set for July 16 and Songbook Academy in Concert July 18.
For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
The Indy Shorts Film Festival will have something for the tastes of all filmgoers.
“We have a wide range of world-class short films,” Heartland Film Artistic Director Greg Sorvig said. “You are going to get a grab bag of different types of things, whether it’s a comedic short film made right here in Indiana or animated films that are meant for kids and some not meant for kids.”
Heartland Film announced June 25 Indy Shorts will feature 266 films across 40 theme programs, such as horror, comedy, love and dating, music and sports. The screenings, set for July 21-26, will be at the Indy Art Center, Living Room Theaters and Newfields. The films are 40 minutes or less, Sorvig said.
“We’re coming off a historic run with the most Oscar-nominated shortlisted films that we organically had at our festivals,” Sorvig said. “Every year we think, ‘How do we get bigger, how do we continue to grow?’”
“The Sinners” was Oscar-nominated as a live action short through Indy Shorts last year and went on to win the Academy Award.
Sam Davis, “The Sinners” director, will be honored with the Pioneering Spirit Award during Indy Shorts.
“It’s an honor we give somebody in the prime of their career,” said Sorvig, a Carmel resident. “(The award goes to) someone who meets our mission and is doing big things. We were extremely proud to have that film last year. We’re going to bring it back and have an encore of Oscar Shorts outdoors at the Amphitheater at Newfields. It’s a great homecoming for Sam and everybody else.”
Sorvig said there is a fun, Willy Wonka-type theme.
“With everything else going on in the world, you can kind of escape into this shorts candy factory,” he said. “You can see some great movies and do all that right here in Indiana. We just want films that can do more than entertain, something that can ignite
imagination or conversation, films that are very thoughtful and maybe expand on the expected genre. There are some big names in there, maybe people you’ve seen in movies or TV shows. Then there are ones that are true independent films with shoestring budgets.”
Sorvig said the magic of short films is that the filmmaker doesn’t need a huge budget to produce.
Comedian-actress Janeane Garofolo appears in “My Bird is Sick.” Comedian and actor Tony Cavalero stars in two U.S. premiere films, “American Rampage” and “Please and Thank You.”
Carmel filmmaker Ashton Gleckman’s world premiere of “Sylvia” focuses on the death of Sylvia Likens in 1965 in Indianapolis. Likens, 16, was tortured to death by her caregiver Gertrude Baniszewski and her children and some neighbors.
“Ashton does a really great job of bringing her legacy to this film and making sure people remember her,” Sorvig said.
Filmmakers are competing for more than $35,000 in cash prizes, including three $5,000 Grand Prize Awards. The three Grand Prize winners also will receive their Oscar qualifications in their designated categories at the July 25 awards program.
Editor,
The absolute smugness of Westfield Washington Schools’ John Atha regarding the referendum scheduled for the ballot box in November is staggering. Has anyone said “no” to the administration of the school district? Or at the very least, “Not this year” or “Let’s find another way that doesn’t involve raising people’s taxes?”
As a homeowner who pays property taxes every year, which already increase every year due to “trending,” saying “yes” to the school district is ludicrous. With more and more students pouring
into the schools from the surrounding nonproperty-tax-paying apartment communities, having the wallets emptied out of actual homeowners isn’t the solution.
We have four children. Two of whom went through WWS, and two through private schools, so we know the value of both pathways. Perhaps WWS needs to focus on ways to cut expenses and trim the administrative budgets rather than going to the homeowners’ well each and every time they feel less than stellar.
Carrie Edwards, Westfield
Editor,
Indiana Faith Voices for Justice is deeply concerned by recent public statements by Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith regarding Islam and Muslim communities. As a multifaith organization, we respond in a spirit of truth, respect and solidarity.
Religious freedom is a foundational American value. Every Hoosier has the right to practice their faith without fear, discrimination or prejudice. This freedom belongs equally to Christians, Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists and people of all faith traditions. Indiana Faith Voices for Justice stands with our Muslim neighbors. They are educators, health care workers, business owners, students, community leaders and people of faith whose contributions strengthen our communities every day.
Our faith traditions call us to love our neighbors, honor the dignity of every
person and reject rhetoric that fosters fear, division or suspicion toward entire communities. When public leaders speak about religious groups in ways that diminish or stereotype them, real harm can result.
We remain committed to building an Indiana where people of every faith and background are treated with dignity and respect. Our shared commitment to justice, compassion and the common good is stronger than the forces that seek to divide us.
Mariann Scott, interim executive director, Indiana Faith Voices for Justice
This week’s commentaries by Current Publishing essayist Terry Anker and humorist Dick Wolfsie may be read at youarecurrent.com.
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20. Filming location
21. Still contending
22. Buenos ___
23. Lake County city
25. Actress de Armas
26. I used to hate facial hair, but ___
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34. UN workers’ agcy.
35. Objectives
37. “Evil Woman” band, for short
38. Puffy dessert
42. Meadow
43. IU basketball all-American Benson
45. Blackhawks and Blue Jackets grp.
46. Metallic sound
48. I used to play the piano by ear, but ___
52. Pacers’ tiebreakers, briefly
53. Trip odometer’s initial reading
54. Soft leather
57. Neutral shade
59. GI’s address
62. I never thought orthopedic shoes would work for me, but ___
66. Refuse
67. Santa’s laugh
68. Destroy documents, in a way
69. Historical periods
70. Brian Wilkes winter forecast
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2. In the past
3. Kind of point
4. Alphabet run
5. Salon01 offering
6. Big name in smooth jazz
7. Start of a play at The Cat
8. Disagreement
9. ___ Friday’s
10. “Popcorn Capital of the US”
11. Wound mark
12. Downfall
13. Hamilton County Council votes against
18. Scandal sheet fodder
19. Prefix meaning “billionth”
23. Safari sight
24. Puts on WIBC
25. MP’s quarry
26. Arduous journey
27. Singer Reddy
28. Budget, in brand names
29. Biathlon need
30. North Pole worker
31. 1954 basketball state
champ that inspired the movie “Hoosiers”
32. Revise
36. ___ Fifth Avenue
39. Burden
40. Sounds of hesitation
41. Off-the-wall feedback
44. 48 hours
47. Thai neighbor
49. Fla.-to-Calif. highway
50. Rob of “NUMB3RS”
51. Part of BYOB
54. “West ___ Story”
55. Addict
56. Sicilian volcano
57. PU business course
58. Salmon type
59. Gillette razor
60. Social equal
61. Hoosier Park postings
63. Some batters, briefly
64. Fishers winter hrs.
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