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Local youth: Zionsville must evolve
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The 22 members of the 2024-25 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council recently gave a brief presentation to the Zionsville Town Council on how they spent their time during the school year.
GOVERNMENT
The youth council allows high school students to get involved in the Zionsville community, build leadership skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at how local government works. The nonpartisan group is made up of teens from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
ZCHS junior and MYAC president for 202425 Noah Alt said the group engaged with local leaders throughout the school year to learn about town operations, economic development, leadership and municipal finances. As part of the presentation, the youth completed a survey for elected leaders that notes the future of Zionsville’s youth within the town’s borders depends on the actions of today’s leaders.
“We prepared a survey for the group to give you a glimpse of what the future holds for Zionsville,” Alt said. “Many students love our town, but their long-term commitment depends on economic growth. They’re looking for a Zionsville that offers a vibrant, inclusive community, as well as a culture that has opportunities for careers. Some of the top priorities that stood out loud and clear were affordable housing, career opportunities and modern amenities. Our peers want to stay, but Zionsville must evolve for that future to happen. Despite these challenges, we deeply value Zionsville’s charm, safety and strong community spirit. Main Street, the (Big-4) Rail Trail and our parks are places that we’re able to connect with. We love Zionsville because it truly feels like home.”
and other elected and appointed state officials, learning about lobbying, Statehouse history and how bills are passed.
“This year, MYAC explored leadership, local government and community impact through engaging speakers, site visits, and hands-on learning,” Alt said. “From police and fire station visits to economic development discussions, we gained a deeper appreciation for how Zionsville works and how we can contribute.”
The teens also took part in a cleanup day on Main Street and hosted the Soul of Civility Book Talk at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library, where they discussed economic development, leadership and municipal finance.
“We had a great showing for this, and it sparked powerful conversations about respect, dialogue and how our shared civic responsibilities are especially important for the next generation,” Alt said.
members for their initiative and hard work.
“I really do believe that getting these young people engaged is one of the best things that we’ve done in the last year and a half,” he said. “I’m really very proud of them. It has been great to work with them, and they have done great things over the past year. I don’t know that we listen enough to the teenagers around us, but I think this group has ideas that are worthy for all of us to listen to.”
Applications are being accepted through June 15 for the 2025-26 Zionsville Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council.
Any student entering high school in fall 2025 and who lives in Zionsville can apply.
The advisory council meets twice monthly during the school year and offers a wide range of experiences for members, including touring town departments, learning about civic operations and leading a student-driven service project.
The teens spent the day at the Indiana Statehouse April 24 and met with Gov. Mike Braun, State Sen. J.D. Ford, State Rep. Becky Cash and State Rep. Hunter Smith
The participants came from several area schools. Nine members are 2025 graduates, all with plans to attend post-secondary schools.
Zionsville Mayor John Stehr lauded the
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CLARIFICATION — An article in the May 27 edition of Current in Zionsville incorrectly attributed a petition circulated to the organization Save Rural Zionsville. The signatures were collected by Zionsville resident Anna Shappaugh and neighbors near the proposed development.
Members also will attend at least one Zionsville Town Council meeting, collaborate with staff and elected officials and provide youth insight on town initiatives.
Students can apply at zionsville-in.gov/761/ Mayors-Youth-Advisory-Council-MYAC.
Farmers market in Zionsville — The Zionsville Farmers’ Market takes place from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays through Sept. 27 on Main Street in the Village. Market vendors offer a wide variety of produce and goods from local vendors. The weekly market includes food trucks, activities, a community booth and live entertainment. Weekly vendor and entertainment lineups are available at zionsvillefarmersmarket.org.
Members of the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council recently gave a brief presentation to the Zionsville Town Council. (File photo)
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Free Remodeling seminar series returns to Carmel June 4
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After a five-year hiatus, Worthington Design & Remodeling recently announced the return of its Remodeling Seminar in Carmel.
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The free seminar will explore the latest trends in kitchen and bath design. Attendees will be given practical insights on budgeting, timelines, space planning and tips on how to avoid common remodeling pitfalls.
“Our goal is to empower homeowners with the knowledge they need to make smart remodeling decisions,” stated Larry Greene, president of Worthington Design & Remodeling. “This seminar has always been a trusted resource in the community, and we’re excited to bring it back after COVID.”
The first seminar will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. June 4 at the Worthington Carmel Showroom, 99 E. Carmel Dr. The evening will include a Q&A session with design experts, raffles and giveaways. The second seminar is June 12.
Admission is free but space is limited. To reserve a spot, call 317-846-2600.
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Plat amendment approved for Wild Air — The Zionsville Plan Commission recently approved a plat amendment for the multifamily section of Wild Air, a mixed-use development on Marysville Road under construction by Old Town Design Group of Carmel. The amendment divided four approved lots within the multifamily portion of the development into seven lots, without affecting overall size or right-of-way within the multifamily phase. The change broke out separate lots within two of the original four approved lots in order to better accommodate the plans for each of those lots. The three new lots will hold the club house; a retail ice cream shop; and a park. Wild Air is a 260-acre development of a variety of residential concepts, greenspace, a senior living facility and retail and office space. Learn more at oldtowndesigngroup. com/where-we-build/zionsville/wild-air.
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HSE grad soars over Indy 500
By David Jacobs david@youarecurrent.com
A sellout crowd of 350,000 flocked to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the annual Indy 500 May 25, but one Hoosier native truly had a birds-eye view as one of the pilots in the symbolic flyover.
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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Addison Harding, a 2005 Hamilton Southeastern High School graduate, completed pilot training in 2011 after graduating from the Air Force Academy in 2009. Before joining the 114th Fighter Wing in Sioux Falls, S.D., Harding served in South Korea and Germany.
“It gave me some unique opportunities to see different parts of the world,” Harding said. “After Germany, my next assignment was to go instruct (on how to fly the F16) in New Mexico. While I was there, I was looking forward to an opportunity to join the National Guard and settle down with my young family.”
Missing an opportunity to perform a flyover for the 2023 Sonsio Grand Prix at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway with his squadron, Harding knew he could not pass up the chance to return to his home state for the Indy 500 flyover.
“The squadron did well, so the race organizers invited us back to do the 500 this year,” Harding said. “I knew it was always a possibility, so once it was confirmed, I told them if they could get me on the trip, I’d like to do it. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and I didn’t want it to let me pass me by.”
With such a rare opportunity on race day, Harding’s mother, Susan, and other family members made sure they were there to watch Harding fly.
“Just excitement,” Susan Harding said. “The only other time we got to see him fly was in Germany when we were there visiting him. My husband, I and his wife parked the car outside the base and he flew over us (as we were) screaming and yelling.”
It had been more than a decade since Harding last saw the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track. With the unique angle he had this year, the size of the event was put into a different perspective than he
remembered from when he watched the race growing up.
“There are lots of squadrons out there that would love to do what we did, so I feel lucky to be able to do it,” Harding said. “It’s obviously a really big event, (so) we wanted to give everyone a good show. There is a little bit of nervousness that goes into preparation beforehand. I think the results showed themselves — it was pretty cool seeing everyone down below enjoying the race.”
Back on the ground following the flight, Harding relished the moment.
“We got a chance to walk around the track before and afterward,” Harding said.
“People wanted to congratulate us and tell us thanks for a job well done. It’s always good to hear people have our support and have our back — especially on Memorial Day — that’s why it is so inspiring to me.”
Although a flyover lasts about 10 sec onds, Susan Harding said it feels like an eternity when it is such a significant event for those involved.
“Whenever you see flyovers, it always gives you a chill,” she said. “But to think it is him is really amazing…It’s just so amaz ing to see him fly.”
Bottled water drive for the USO — St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church, 1870 W. Oak St. in Zionsville will host a bottled water drive June 14 and 15 to benefit the USO. Cases of bottled water can be dropped off to the marked trailer in the church parking lot. The ini tiative provides much-needed hydration and support to the men and women of the armed forces. Learn more at zionsvillecatholic.com.
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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Addison Harding at the Indianapolis Speedway. (Photo courtesy of Addison Harding)
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Sylo Apartments — the 400-unit residential component of The Farm planned unit development at Sycamore Street and U.S. 421 — opened in May with 30 units leased.
Sylo Apartments now open Mayor: Zionsville is ‘running
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The residential portion of the property is being developed by Scannell Properties. Amenities include a golf simulator; saltwater pool with cabanas; pickleball court; putting green; yoga lounge with a virtual fitness studio; outdoor fire pits; grilling stations; dog park; library area with workfrom-home space; and a pet spa. An openair community pavilion was inspired by the Pittman Farms barn that once stood on the site.
“Sylo Apartments reflect a commitment to quality and community in partnership with the Town of Zionsville and Pittman Partners’ long-standing vision for the corner,” Scannell Properties Director of Development Shawn Hitchcock stated. “We are extremely proud of the effort from the design team, project team and local trade partners to steward this vision to reality in what we’re confident will be a wonder-
ful new long-term asset and destination for the community at large.”
Sylo Apartments is Phase 1 of the 48acre mixed-use development of Pittman Properties. Construction of Phase 1 began in February 2023 .
The Phase 2 retail component of the site is under construction. Completion is expected this summer. Expected retail tenants include Shake Shack; Stock Yards Bank and Trust; Rise’n Roll Bakery; Hollywood Nail Lounge; Piada Italian Street Food; Niku Sushi; Prime IV Hydration & Wellness; and West Coast Sourdough.
Sylo Apartments is operated by J.C. Hart Co. For more, visit syloapartments.com.
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
Zionsville Mayor John Stehr said the town is on the right financial track.
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Stehr recently provided an update on first quarter finances to the Zionsville Town Council.
“All of our accounts are reconciled (and) all of our reporting is up to date,” he said. “Our miscellaneous revenue collection as of March 31 was just over $10.5 million, which is about 28 percent of what we expect for the year. This includes everything but the property tax distributions, which of course is our main source of revenue. We’ll get that in June and in December.”
Stehr said total department spending is under 20 percent of the budgeted amount for the first quarter.
“We are running efficiently here, and I think that bodes well as we prepare for the 2026 budget season,” he said. “We’ll have to factor in, of course, the property
tax changes that were made by the state legislature.”
Stehr said the town is in the process of drafting a new five-year plan that considers the property tax cuts from Senate Bill 1. The new law will lower property taxes through tax credits and limit how much municipalities can raise through property taxes. Stehr recently shared that an analysis of how the bill will affect Zionsville shows cumulative revenue will fall $5.6 million between 2026 and 2028.
“The reason we haven’t had this before now is that we’re waiting for information from the Department of Local Government Finance to complete the analysis,” he said. “We will begin working through that with our department heads, and we will obviously share that with (the town council) and share that publicly as we go through the 2026 budget process. It is a lot to digest, so we are working to assess the impact that it will have on our operations, not just in 2026, but also over the next five years.”
Sylo Apartments are now open at Sycamore Street adn U.S. 421 in Zionsville. (Image courtesy of Scannell Properties)
Boys & Girls Club announces new leadership
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The Boys & Girls Club of Boone County recently announced the appointment of the 2025 Board Executive Committee — a group of leaders who will guide the organization’s mission to inspire and empower the youth of Boone County to reach their full potential as caring, productive and responsible citizens, according to the club.
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The 2025 Executive Committee members are Josh Dye, president; Lori Cummins-Meyer, vice president; Ashley Gavala, treasurer; Jeremy Gallion, secretary; and Adam Krupp, immediate past president.
Besides executive appointments, the club announced that Jessica Leeds of Zionsville will join the board in 2025. Leeds is director of alliances and senior leader-
ship team member at Stitch. She brings experience in resource development and a connection to the organization’s mission.
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Pickleball introductory class — The Zionsville Department of Parks & Recreation will host an introduction to pickleball for players 15 and older from 7 to 8:30 p.m. June 11 and June 25 at Mulberry Fields Park. The class will cover the basics of pickleball rules, terminology, primary skills and more. Pickleball paddles and balls will be on loan. Registration is $10 for Zionsville residents and $15 for nonresidents. Register at zionsvillein.myrec.com under the registration tab.
Chamber award nominations open — Nominations are being accepted through June 20 for the Indiana Chamber of Commerce 36th Annual Awards Dinner. Categories include the Ogletree Deakins Business Leader of the Year; the Birch Bayh-Richard Lugar Government Leader of the Year; the NextEra Energy Resources Community of the Year; and the Yamaha Dynamic Leader of the Year. The awards take place Nov. 5 in Indianapolis. Learn more at indianachamber.com/annualawards.
Matt Jackson of Lebanon, president of Jackson Investment Group, also joined the board in late 2024.
“We are thrilled to have such an exceptional group of individuals leading our organization,” Boys & Girls Club of Boone County CEO Eric Richards stated. “Their collective expertise and diverse perspectives will help us deepen our impact and expand opportunities for the young people we serve.”
The Boys & Girls Club of Boone County provides after-school programs, sports leagues and educational initiatives to thousands of Boone County youth at its units in Zionsville, Whitestown and Lebanon. Learn more at bgcboone.org.
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.
Whitestown summer concert series — Whitestown Parks and Recreation will host a free summer concert series at Main Street Park beginning June 6. Gates open at 6 p.m and concerts begin at 7 p.m. each Friday through July 25, excluding July 4. Performances include My Yellow Rickshaw June 6; DUDE! June 13; 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. Learn more at whitestown.in.gov/bands-and-vendors.
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Skywarn volunteers provide real-time weather updates
By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com
When big storms approach, central Indiana residents rely on the National Weather Service in Indianapolis — which covers 39 counties — for regular updates and warnings. And the NWS relies, in part, on trained volunteers who watch the sky and give real-time reports to supplement data gathered by radar and other means.
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Indianapolis resident Matthew Bechdol has been a NWS Skywarn program volunteer for about a decade and is a licensed amateur radio operator — also called ham radio. He coordinates the Marion County Amateur Radio Emergency Service team.
Bechdol said amateur radio came first, but was closely followed by weather watching.
“(Radio operators) like to figure out what can we do with our radios and some of that is emergency communications,” he said, and that led him to Skywarn — severe weather spotter training. “How I got involved was … I got my (radio) license. I liked technology … and I’m the kind of guy — like
Skywarn program volunteers with the National Weather Service in central Indiana help document real-time severe weather in the region, such as strong storms and tornadoes. (Photo courtesy of NWS Indianapolis)
a lot of us are — that wants to give back a little bit, and being a weather spotter is one of them.”
He added that he was a little bit of a weather geek, which made the Skywarn program that much more appealing.
Skywarn volunteers don’t have to be amateur radio operators, especially now that cell phones are widely used, but Bechdol said there was a time when amateur radio was the fastest and easiest way to provide “ground truth” weather information — data provided directly from a witness.
Sam Lashley is the warning coordination
meteorologist with NWS Indianapolis. He said the Skywarn program started after a damaging super outbreak of tornadoes in spring of 1974.
“Basically, they identified the need to have trained weather spotters out there to get information back to the National Weather Service more quickly,” he said. “Of course, back then — no cell phones, everything was landlines. So, when storms went through and the landlines went down, then it was left up to amateur radio operators to communicate back. So, the idea really initiated with training just amateur radio operators.”
The program evolved as more communication options became available, he said, and now anyone can be a weather spotter.
Lashley said Skywarn volunteers aren’t storm chasers and the NWS doesn’t encourage anyone to go out in severe weather. Training generally is a two-hour event during which volunteers learn about weather and how to report.
“We’re really training people for wherever they’re at,” he said. “If they’re at home, if they’re in the car, if they’re at work — and we train them to be our eyes and ears out
there in the field and to report back to us.” He said about 1,500 people participate in the training annually for a region that covers 39 Indiana counties, including Hamilton, Marion and Boone counties. Those volunteers recently were helpful during severe weather that included confirmed tornado sightings in Hamilton and Hendricks counties.
Bechdol noted that even when radar has indicated a tornado, it isn’t confirmed until someone has seen it touch down.
“Four years ago, there was a tornado that went between Avon and Plainfield, near the rail yard. And we had one of our operators get a couple good pictures of a funnel cloud over that direction,” Bechdol recalled. “He was able to relay the information. We got that to the National Weather Service and it confirmed what they saw on radar. Sometimes when you listen to the news, they’ll say ‘radar indicated.’ It’s what it looks like on radar — but is it actually on the ground? What’s actually going on? That’s where a spotter really helps.”
For more about the NWS Skywarn program, including how to volunteer, visit weather.gov/ind/spotter.
Community Health Network is coming to Zionsville this June. Community is excited to be opening a new facility in Zionsville. This summer, we’re increasing access to exceptional healthcare by bringing it closer to you. Whether you’re looking for annual checkups, long-term treatment or full-spectrum OB and GYN care, we’ll have it all. With in-person and virtual appointment access, the reliable and convenient care you deserve will be right in your neighborhood.
Learn more about our new location at eCommunity.com/Zionsville
Tropical Sno’s cool treats partially powered by the sun
By Sara Palmer news@youarecurrent.com
Tropical Sno, a seasonal shaved ice business in the Carmel area, is hitting the road in a new way this summer. The company is expanding
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with a refurbished, partially solar-powered “food” truck — a move that reflects its steady growth since launching in 2020.
The truck, a former delivery vehicle like those used by FedEx and UPS, offers significantly more space than the company’s previous trailer set-up. Powered by rechargeable batteries and roof-mounted solar panels, the eco-friendly system reduces emissions and eliminates the need for a noisy generator.
“The system is designed to supply the kitchen with eight hours of continuous use, not including the power the roof-mounted solar panels feed back to the battery bank,” owner Mark Purvis said. “If the sun is out, it’ll charge the batteries and push the operational time to upwards of 12 to 13 hours.”
selling point.”
General Manager Alex Wirick said the new setup will also increase mobility.
“The truck will allow us to increase the number of mobile events we do and gives us the opportunity to be ‘two places at once,’” Wirick said. “I’m excited that the truck will have everything we need in one spot. It feels more like a drivable shack rather than a trailer with supplies on it.”
Since launching in 2020, Tropical Sno has grown significantly. What started with one trailer and seven employees has expanded to five trailers, a mobile cart and the new truck, with more than 45 employees operating across three locations: Carmel Drive, Grand Park in Westfield and Lions Park in Zionsville.
The business has also become a popular first-job destination for many local teens. Purvis offers a flexible, student-friendly scheduling system, allowing employees to prioritize school and personal commitments.
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Purvis said switching to solar power was a strategic decision.
“Generators are loud and smelly, plus they require a lot of maintenance,” he said. “I didn’t want my focus taken away from building the business by constantly dealing with generator issues.”
The truck’s design will reduce operating costs in the long run, with Purvis estimating it will take about five years to break even compared to generator fuel and maintenance expenses.
“The efficiency improvements will be minor — mainly the time saved by not having to refuel or service a generator,” he said. “But the biggest benefit will be the customer experience. Being able to tell event organizers that our truck is quiet is a huge
“I tell the kids, ‘You’re basically setting your own schedule,’” he said. “They just need to tell me when they can’t work, and I build the schedule around that. There aren’t too many first jobs where you get to do that.”
The company is expanding its local presence. Tropical Sno became a sponsor of the Carmel Dads’ Club and will be present during spring and fall soccer seasons. The business will also return to Carmel PorchFest for its sixth year.
With the new truck, Purvis plans to expand Tropical Sno’s presence at corporate functions, birthday parties and community events.
“This is a big step for us,” he said. “We’re excited to keep growing and bringing shaved ice to even more people this summer.”
Learn more at tropicalsno.com.
Tropical Sno debuted a truck partially powered by solar panels for the 2025 season.
(Photo courtesy of Mark Purvis)
Bailey earns NMU Harden Scholarship
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Zionsville Community High School 2025 graduate John Bailey was recently selected by Northern Michigan University in Marquette, Mich., to receive a Harden Presidential Scholarship. The scholarship funds eight consecutive semesters of tuition, most required fees and room and board. Harden Scholarship recipients are also automatically admitted to the NMU Honors Program.
NMU holds an annual Presidential Scholars Competition for high school seniors and transfer students, inviting academically talented students to compete for 16 full-ride scholarships. The competition also has an additional 200 scholarship opportunities.
Scoring factors include cumulative high school GPA; a 1-on-1 interview with an NMU faculty or staff member; and participation in a small group activity.
Bailey received direct admission to the nursing program at NMU. He will begin his studies in fall 2025.
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Health care summit for businesses — The Indiana Chamber of Commerce will conduct the second Healthcare Transformation Summit for Hoosier businesses June 11-12 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Indianapolis. Keynote speaker Holly Wood, senior director of health equity initiatives at the Center for Community Health Enhancement and Learning at Purdue University, will discuss how non-medical factors like housing, income, education, food access and transportation shape employee health, health care costs and benefit utilization. Panel and other discussion topics include innovation in rural healthcare delivery, managing chronic disease in the modern workforce, case studies in cost containment, GLP-1 utilization, technology, community health and employer collaboration, the biosimilar boom and mental health. Learn more at indianachamber. com/conferences.
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Boone EDC awarded funds for marketing initiatives
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Boone County Economic Development Corp. is the recipient of a $5,000 economic development grant from Duke Energy. Boone EDC — a nonprofit committed to assisting small businesses, corporations and elected officials with strategic connections and innovative solutions — is one of three central Indiana organizations picked in the 2025 Partnership Program, which funds marketing and strategic efforts to attract new jobs and investment to the state.
“This program gives our local economic development partners the tools they need to showcase the strengths of their communities — both at home and on the national stage,” stated Erin Schneider, managing director of economic development at Duke Energy. “It’s just one of the many ways we’re helping influence growth in the state to build competitive, thriving communities.”
Partnership Program grant funds can be used to support a wide array of marketing initiatives, including trade show attendance, website redesign, promotional materials
and presentations or tours to introduce prospective companies and site selectors to a community.
Boone EDC will use the funds to support the creation of a “living” section at BetterInBoone.org. The website serves as a key platform to market business, community, education and tourism resources in Boone County.
Grant recipients submitted a plan that would have a direct impact on their community’s economic growth.
Indy Partnership and Shelby County Development Corp. are the other recipients.
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Health support groups — Witham Health Services will host several support group meetings in June. A breastfeeding support group is 10 a.m Mondays in the VIP Dining Room at the main hospital campus in Lebanon. The Alzheimer’s support group meets 6 p.m. June 17 in the VIP Dining Room. Cancer Support Cooking for Wellness meets at 1 p.m. June 17 at the Boone County Cancer Society, 1208 N. Lebanon St. A cancer support group also meets at 5:45 p.m. June 16 at the Boone County Cancer Society. All meetings are free to attend. Learn more at witham.org/ classes-and-support-groups.
Whitestown Farmers Market — The Whitestown Farmers Market returns to Main Street Park June 12 from 5 to 8 p.m.. Market vendors sell local produce, meat and artisan goods. Each market will feature live music and all park amenities, including the splash pad. The market takes place Thursdays through Aug. 28 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 over 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. Learn more at in.gov/tos/ csa.
DOGGONE GOOD
Zionsville Girl Scouts complete project for Humane Society for Boone County
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
Dogs for adoption through the Humane Society for Boone County will be easier to spot, thanks to a donation by Scouts from Zionsville West Middle School Troop 3261.
Scouts from the troop earned the Girl Scouts’ Bronze Award May 21. It is given to Scouts who complete a project that makes a difference in the community. Troop 3261 picked the Humane Society for Boone County as the focus of its project in fall 2024.
The girls sewed “Adopt-Me” vests worn by dogs at adoption events and hand made more than a dozen tug toys from scraps of T-shirts.
“The Bronze Award is the first big award that they can earn in Girl Scouts,” Troop 3261 co-leader Mandi Layman said. “They have to be juniors, which is fourth and fifth grade, and they have to have already earned Journey, which is part of Girl Scouts. Then they have to get 20 hours each of service for the project.”
Co-leader Nancy Genatiempo said the Scouts picked the Humane Society for Boone County after discussions about where they wanted to make the most impact with their project. Besides helping the Humane Society, the girls acquired new skills.
“The girls brainstormed different ideas (and) we ended up learning that we were going to have to learn to sew,” she said. “The girls took a sewing class in the fall, and then we sat down with the Humane Society for Boone County. They told us their need for donation vests so they could be more transparent out in the community.”
Genatiempo said the girls spent work sessions on design, then learned how to use a Cricut — an electronic cutting machine that cuts paper, vinyl and iron-on heat transfer materials.
“They did all of the trims around the machine, they did all the pinning of the binding,” Genatiempo said. “That was probably the hardest for them.”
The Scouts also earned a shopping badge for purchasing materials. For the girls, working on the project was a combination of earning the Bronze Award and having fun.
“We wanted to do something for animals
from
because we all really like animals, and we thought it would be a really good way to help the Humane Society,” said Kristin Layman, 11.
Completion of the project took about eight months.
“We learned how to sew but we also learned how to put the words on the vests,” said Elsa Douelestein, 11. “It was just a whole process of making everything and choosing what to put on there. I’d say it was really fun.”
The Scouts said they learned new skills and had fun along the way, like how to make dog toys.
“We tied a knot and sat down and put them in our laps,” said Hannah Chamberlin, 11. “It had four big pieces of fabric, and we folded them in a way to make toys. We just wanted the dogs to be happy and have
something to play with, to not only wear the vests but have a toy to play with.”
Besides creating items for adoptable dogs, the project taught the Scouts valuable lessons that they can carry with them in other areas of their lives.
“I already knew how to sew, but we learned how to upcycle,” said Grace Herlensky, 11. “We had to use a machine called a Cricut, and I really loved peeling the (lettering), which was kind of fun. I really loved making the dog toys. I just really loved all of it.”
Humane Society for Boone County Community Outreach Lead Diane Aurand said donations like the vests and toys are crucial to the organization’s operations.
“We try to get (the dogs) engaged with the tug toys,” she said. “And, of course, the ‘Adopt-Me’ vests are so important just
ABOUT HUMANE SOCIETY FOR BOONE COUNTY
The project completed by Zionsville West Middle School Girl Scout Troop 3261 will assist the Humane Society for Boone County at pet-adoption events throughout the area.
The Humane Society for Boone County is a nonprofit dedicated to animal welfare, rescue and education in Boone County. The no-kill shelter — operated with
the help of donors and volunteers — is a managed admission shelter, with a policy that guides the acceptance of surrendered animals.
The Humane Society for Boone County is not associated with nor receives any financial support from the Humane Society of the United States. Learn more at hsforbc.org.
when we have them out in the community. We go to the Zionsville Farmers’ Market on the last Saturday of the month. So, it means a lot. It really does. I don’t think the girls comprehend how much it really means. I said to them, ‘You know, you’re making a difference?’ They really are, though. When they bring in huge quantities like that, it is over the top. We would have been happy to have gotten eight toys, and they made 17. It means a lot.”
Troop leaders said the Bronze Award shows how far the Scouts have come since they first signed up as Daisy Scouts.
“It’s been so much fun because we’ve known these girls since they were five, as little kindergartners running around trying to get them organized,” Genatiempo said.
“It’s so much fun to see them grow and just the different ideas and how they want to help the community. They’re just such a great group of girls that they’re just turning into such great young women.
The members of Girl Scout Troop 3261 are Kristin Layman, Grace Herlensky, CeCe Cohen, Nora Berg, Hannah Chamberlin, Elsa Douelestein, Meghan Genatiempo, Katie Brady, Madilyn Weathers, Sruthi Sathishkumar and Madison Barnes.
ON THE COVER: Tucker, an adoptable dog at the Humane Society for Boone County, wears a vest made by Girl Scout Troop 3261 at an event in Whitestown. (Photo by
Marney Simon)
Scouts
Girl Scout Troop 3261 presented vests and toys to the Humane Society for Boone County May 21. (Photos by Marney Simon)
Toys made by Scouts from Girl Scout Troop 3261 on display at an event in Whitestown.
Saturday, July 26, 2025
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Join us to celebrate summer, connect with friends, and make new memories in the heart of the historic Meridian-Kessler neighborhood. Featuring live singers, dancing, an open bar, and a delicious lobster and/or beef tenderloin dinner, this fun-filled summer event will be an evening to remember! SUPPORTING MUSIC EDUCATION IN OUR CITY
Wang Chung set for Fishers tour stop with other 1980s bands
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Nick Feldman is eager to share Wang Chung hits with other 1980s bands.
Wang Chung is part of the “I Want My ’80’s Tour” with Rick Springfield, John Waite and Paul Young, which will perform a 7:30 p.m. June 17 concert at Fishers Event Center.
“We know Paul from way back and have toured with him a few times,” said Feldman, who plays bass guitar and keyboards for Wang Chung. “His music fits in nicely with ours. We’ve never worked with John Waite and Rick Springfield before, but we’re excited to play with them and for their audiences. Hopefully, we’ll pick up some new fans that maybe haven’t seen us before. But we feel the musical spectrum of these bands fit really well together. I think it’s going to be a nice musical experience for the audience.”
Feldman said there should be time to play their biggest hits and a couple of other songs.
“We’re quite adaptable,” said Feldman, whose band typically plays a 90-minute set when it headlines a show.
Feldman and Jack Hues, the lead singer and guitarist, formed Wang Chung in 1980 along with Darren Costin, who left in 1984 to pursue a solo career.
Feldman said the band was fortunate to be signed by Geffen Records.
“They were clearly motivated to help us be successful in America because we’re a U.K. band,” he said. “That tied in with the British Invasion, so a lot of English bands started to get traction in America and around the world, largely because of MTV. The advent of MTV was a huge help to bands like us. When we started touring in America, we would be recognized in some of the most out-of-the-way places. It kind of blew our minds.”
Feldman said the U.K. bands at the time were making slightly more quirky videos,
so that helped. He also said the band was open-minded about mixing and using the musical technology that was developing.
“It’s a combination of our traditional musicianship and the fact we like to write good songs,” he said. “The melodies are memorable. I think that’s helpful in songs enduring beyond the ‘80s to now.”
After some breaks through the years, Feldman said Wang Chung has been touring regularly since 2009.
“I worked for record companies and worked for the TV show, ‘The Voice,’ Feldman said. “Jack did some solo stuff. We’ve been on the road, playing for bigger and bigger audiences, not just in the States but all over the place. This year, for example, we’re touring America and Mexico. Apart from when the (COVID-19) pandemic was raging when we couldn’t tour for a couple of years, we’ve been touring a lot.”
A retrospective compilation, ‘Clear Light/Dark Matter’ via SING, was released May 9. It includes Wang Chung’s biggest
hits, “Dance Hall Days,” “Everybody Have Fun Tonight,” “Let’s Go,” “To Live and Die in L.A.,” “Hypnotize Me” and “Fire In The Twilight.”
“It’s a walkthrough of what we’ve done over the years,” Feldman said. “It’s all the hits and some deeper cuts as well that people may be less familiar with. It’s got some rarities and unreleased stuff. For instance, the original demo for ‘Dance Hall Days’ is on there. You can see the origins of that particular song. It’s all been remastered and sounds great. It’s a really fresh take on our history. It sort of ties in with what we’re doing, touring in support of it. We’ve also repurposed and remixed ‘Everybody Have Fun Tonight,’ so that’s on it as well. There are songs we only recorded live, which (listeners) wouldn’t have heard unless they were at the concert.”
“Clear Light/Dark Matter” is available on CD, digital and a double set on black or white vinyl.
For more, visit fisherseventcenter.com.
‘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 Cole’s “Have Fingers Will Travel” is set for June 5, followed by Human Jukebox June 7 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. Both performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.
‘SUMMER SOLSTICE’
Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre presents “Summer Solstice” at 7 p.m. June 6 and 5 p.m. June 7 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.
‘WIT’
Main Street Productions presents “Wit” through June 8 at Basile Westfield Playhouse. For more, visit westfieldplayhouse. org.
‘TOBY’
“TOBY: A Tribute to Toby Keith” is set for 7 p.m. June 8 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center. For tickets, visit thecenterpresents.org.
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals will perform at 7 p.m. June 8 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
DISPATCH
Late Night on Main returns — Late Night on Main, hosted by Carmel PorchFest Inc., returns to Carmel’s Main Street on the third Saturday of each summer month. The street party begins at 6 p.m. Straight Up Chumps, an original four-piece rock band from Greenwood, set for June 21. Jai Baker Trio, a country music band from Fishers, returns to Late Night on Main July 19. The Big 80’s Tribute Band will perform Aug. 16. Carmel PorchFest is noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 21. The final Late Night on Main features The Brothers Footman Oct. 11.
BEN HARPER
Wang Chung will perform as part the ‘I Want My ‘80’s Tour’ June 17 at Fishers Event Center. (Photo courtesy of Wang Chung).
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FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS: MAN ON THE MOON TOUR WED, AUG 6 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
HERB ALPERT & THE TIJUANA BRASS & OTHER DELIGHTS THU, AUG 7 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
BURTON CUMMINGS OF THE GUESS WHO: A FEW GOOD MOMENTS TOUR SUN, AUG 10 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
FOUR80EAST FRI, SEP 12 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
STORIES AND SONGS WITH ROGER MCGUINN SAT, SEP 13 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
THE CENTER CELEBRATION 2025 PRESENTED BY ICE MILLER SAT, SEP 20 AT 5PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH BRIAN MCKNIGHT FRI, SEP 26 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JAY LENO SAT, SEP 27 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CHOIR! CHOIR! CHOIR! WE WILL CHOIR YOU! AN EPIC QUEEN SING-ALONG THU, OCT 2 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
RICK BRAUN & MINDI ABAIR SAT, OCT 4 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
IL DIVO BY CANDLELIGHT THU, OCT 9 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AIDA CUEVAS:
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MATTHEW MORRISON: RHYTHMS & REVELATIONS FRI, OCT 17 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH TOMMY EMMANUEL, CGP SAT, OCT 18 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
VIENNA BOYS CHOIR SUN, OCT 19 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
U.S. NAVY BAND COMMODORES THU, OCT 23 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS: JAZZ FROM THE BACK O’ TOWN FRI, OCT 24 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
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LISA LOEB & JOAN OSBORNE FRI, NOV 7 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
TITO PUENTE JR. AND HIS LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE SAT, NOV 8 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
THE VOICE OF WHITNEY: A SYMPHONIC CELEBRATION SAT, NOV 8 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
BRANDON WOODY’S UPENDO SUN, NOV 9 AT 7PM | THE TARKINGTON
SAMARA JOY FRI, NOV 14 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
PEABO BRYSON FRI, NOV 21 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
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LES ARTS FLORISSANTS: VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS AT 300 SUN, NOV 23 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH DAVID FOSTER & KATHARINE MCPHEE TUE, DEC 2 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
WHITE CHRISTMAS FILM SCREENING THU, DEC 4 AT 7PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
JON MCLAUGHLIN & FRIENDS: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS FRI, DEC 5 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
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ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA WITH RAY CHEN FRI, JAN 30 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
CECE TENEAL’S DIVAS OF SOUL SAT, JAN 31 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
WAYNE NEWTON: UP CLOSE & PERSONAL SAT, FEB 14 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
MARIACHI HERENCIA DE MÉXICO: LA NUEVA GENERACIÓN TOUR FRI, FEB 20 AT 8PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
GREAT AMERICAN CROONERS: A JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS PRODUCTION WED, FEB 25 AT 7:30PM | PAYNE & MENCIAS PALLADIUM
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JEROME COLLINS: REWIND A JOURNEY TO MOTOWN AND BEYOND SAT, MAR 7 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
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British Invasion hits Carmel
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Doug Wilson has a lifelong love affair with The Beatles.
MUSIC
“I saw The Beatles live when I was 9 years old (in 1964) at the Coliseum (at the Indiana State Fairgrounds),” he said. “I’ve been to Liverpool twice in the last two years.”
Wilson is the drummer for the cover band 45RPM, which will perform at 7 p.m. June 21 in the Summer Music Festival at Clay Terrace in Carmel. Barometer Soup, a Jimmy Buffett tribute band, will perform between 5 and 6:45 p.m. on the main stage. The oneday celebration will take place at the Village Green near Dick’s Sporting Goods. Clay Terrace, which has a 14-year concert series tradition, shifts to a concentrated one-day music festival format as it makes room for redevelopment plans.
Although heavy on Beatles songs, Willson said the entire band has a love for the British Invasion era of rock ‘n’ roll.
“We’re all of the age that it played a very important part in our youth,” Wilson said. “We still think it was the greatest music
ever put out. Our goal is to recreate the records as closely as possible. We don’t do (new) arrangements on anything.”
Wilson, a southside Indianapolis resident, said the band also specializes in one-hit wonders.
“Not everything we do is by British bands. We do stuff by The Beach Boys, The Turtles, The Lovin’ Spoonful, The Monkees and The Mamas & the Papas,” he said. “We know well over 100 songs at this point.”
The band has performed together since 2014. Keyboardist/guitarist Mik Hideg is from Fishers and lead guitarist Richard Breedon is from the north side of Indianapolis. For more, visit 45rpm60s.com
From left, 45RPM
members, Mik Hideg, Jack Fazio, Bill Rumely. Doug Wilson and Richard Breedon. (Photo courtesy of 45RPM)
Red Barn opens with ‘Leading Ladies’
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
The mission of Red Barn Summer Theatre’s season is simple.
PERFORMANCES
“It’s a chance for people to get away from the drama of the world and just have a good time,” Red Barn Artistic Director Michael Taylor said.
The season at the Frankfort venue opens with “Leading Ladies” June 11-15 and 18-22, followed by “The Cottage” June 25-29 and July 2-6, and “Xanadu” July 10-13 and 16-20.
direct “Leading Ladies” and “Xanadu,” a musical comedy, and will act in “The Cottage” while associate artistic director Luke McLaughlin directs.
“Leading Ladies” was written by Ken Ludwig, who also wrote “Lend Me a Tenor,” which Taylor previously directed at Red Barn.
Taylor
“It’s going to be very light and a lot of fun,” Taylor said. “They’re all comedies but they all have a different feel to them. So, if someone comes to each show, they’re going to get a different experience.”
All three shows are making their debut at Red Barn.
Taylor helped present “Xanadu” several years ago at Frankfort High School. He will
“It’s a very challenging show, which is why people steer away from it sometimes,” Taylor said. “They play Shakespearean performers but it’s not a Shakespeare show in any way whatsoever. It’s set in the 1950s.”
The plot centers on two struggling English actors, Leo and Jack, who disguise themselves as Maxine and Stephanie to claim an old American lady’s fortune. McLaughlin plays Jack and Xander Haan portrays Leo.
“Ludwig is a great writer,” Taylor said. “He has great dialogue. He has great timing.”
For more, visit redbarntheatre.net.
1. Barbecue rod
5. Zionsville-to-Louisville dir.
8. Starbucks size
14. Biblical pronoun
15. Old witch
16. Mumbai money
17. Elton John’s first hit (and a senator’s favorite tune?)
19. Sudden and unexpected
20. Online journal
21. “Little Women” woman
22. ___ v. Wade
23. Pear type
26. Ben’s BBQ Shack fare
28. Additional 29. Bill word
30. Holliday Park art installation
32. Tenant’s payment
33. Black cat, to some
___ Vegas
36. Egyptian boy king
37. St. Vincent Hospital
specialists (and a governor’s doctors, maybe?)
42. Lingerie item
43. Floral necklace
44. Texter’s “However...”
46. Wedding vows
48. Two shakes of a lamb’s tail
50. “Murder, ___ Wrote”
51. Prime 47 seafood option
52. Short skirt
53. ISO cellist’s stroke
55. Hoosier National Forest tree
56. Pester
57. Infamous fiddler
59. Joshua Bell’s instrument
61. 1950s-’60s coffeehouse poets (and a senator’s nonconformist friends?)
65. Carmel mansion and grounds
66. IU Health trauma centers
67. Plumbing problem
68. Harvested
69. Sailor’s assent
70. “___ and I Know It” (LMFAO hit)
Down
1. Pig’s place
2. Asian Express soup
3. Debtor’s letters
4. Powerful engine
5. “Scram!”
6. Fruity wine drinks
7. The Roost breakfast food
8. Metric measures
9. July birthstone
10. Pinewood Derby mo.
11. Nerve part
12. Kick out of the country
13. Lauder of cosmetics
18. Speak unclearly
21. Crunch targets
23. Hubbub
24. Insensitive
25. Razz the Knicks
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27. Diabetic’s dose
28. “Same here”
31. Arm bone
32. Regret
34. Wealthy, powerful person
36. End-of-workweek cry
38. 1040 org.
39. Petroleum plant
40. Airplane accident investigator, initially
41. Manhattan area
45. Cut down
46. Poker declaration
47. Eiteljorg Museum tribe
48. Lively dance
49. Mongolian tent
51. Hide from view
52. Like lions and horses
54. Small lakes
56. Late hours, in ads
58. Comfort
60. Once around the IMS track
61. Actress Arthur 62. Anger 63. “Kid Tested, Mother Approved” cereal 64.
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