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The Republican Volume 140, Number 11
Nominate A Leader
Do you know someone who is an outstanding leader in the Hendricks County community? Nominate a deserving person for the 2021 Leader of the Year Award, hosted by Leadership Hendricks County. This award recognizes a community member who demonstrates leadership as a servant leader, facilitation, leading by example, collaboration, is visionary, and one who helps others be successful. The Leader of the Year Award will be presented at the Celebration of Leaders dinner on May 13 at the CRG Event Center in Plainfield. Past Leader of the Year honorees are Bart Beal, Mary Benson, Brett Clark, Dennis Dawes, Mike Edmondson, Gary Emsweller, Scott Flood, Susie Friend, Jerry Holifield, Connie Lawson, Emory Lencke, Phyllis Palmer, Donovan Peoples, Jay Puckett, Michael Rogers, John Sparzo, Shane Sommers, Dick Thompson, Chris Tincher, and Tim Whicker. Nominations received by midnight on Sunday, April 4, 2021 will be considered by the LHC selection committee. For more information go to leadershiphendrickscounty. org. ______________________________________________
Humane Society Services
While the Hendricks County Humane Society’s building is closed to public traffic during COVID-19 restrictions, its other programs are continuing: Pet Food Pantry – Hendricks County residents needing pet food should call the Humane Society (317-7453338) and leave a message stating their name, phone #, type and number of pets and any special needs. Pet Food Pantry is available on Wednesday for porch pick up 1-6 pm. Please call 48 hours in advance with your request. Pet Adoptions – You can view our adoptable pets here: www.petfinder.com/search/pets-for-adoption/?shelter_IN102&sort%5B0%5D=recently_added Currently, only pre-approved adopters may schedule a meet & greet with one of our adoptables. Sunday adoption events are suspended but we encourage you to visit Facebook pages of Creekside Animal Rescue, other rescues and Hendricks County Animal Shelter. Chip & Clip Clinic is held the 2nd Sunday of the month by appointment only. Please call 317-745-3338 to schedule an appointment or if you have questions. You may call and leave a voice message at 317-7453338 or send an e-mail to info@hendrickshumane.org. Staff will respond to messages and emails on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. For more information, or to download adoption or assistance forms, visit HendricksHumane.org. As a reminder, the Humane Society does not operate the Hendricks County Animal Shelter and Animal Control located at 250 E. Campus Blvd, Danville. Reports of suspected animal abuse or endangerment should always be directed to Hendricks County Animal Shelter & Control 317-745-9250. Emergency animal surrender needs should be directed to Hendricks County Animal Shelter & Control. If you don’t already have one, please create an emergency plan for your pet. Make sure pets are wearing identification and have crates, extra supplies and food. Also, identify a caregiver who can help take care of your pet in case you become ill. ______________________________________________
New Harbinger Reported
Thursday, March 18, 2021
Libraries Assist with Vaccine Registration
Hendricks County libraries are partnering with the Hendricks County Health Department to assist with scheduling and registering eligible people for the COVID-19 vaccine. Currently, individuals 65 and older are eligible to sign up and register for the vaccine at any location in the state of Indiana. In order to sign up for the vaccine, individuals may go online to www.ourshot.in.gov or call 211 for assistance. Both the website and 211 have been experiencing high traffic and wait times can be lengthy, which is where Hendricks County libraries come in to assist. Anyone who needs assistance with scheduling and registering for their COVID-19 vaccine can contact any of the following Hendricks County libraries for assistance: ▪ Avon: In Person Only ▪ Brownsburg: 317852-3167 ▪ Clayton: 37-539-2991 ▪ Coatesville: 765-3862355 ▪ Danville: 317-7452604 ▪ Plainfield: 317-8396602 __________
Vandalia Trail Brisk Bike Ride
The last Vandalia Trail Brisk Bike Ride for the 2020-2021 season will take place Saturday, March 20. In its third winter, this monthly bike ride series in Plainfield by the Friends of the Vandalia Trail (www. nrht.org/vandalia) is held on the 3rd Saturday morning each month, November-March. At 9 a.m., participants will meet at the gathering point, southest corner of Meijer parking lot, behind 302 Dan Jones Road. The route is about 10 miles, but the group and individuals can choose more or less, depending on the conditions. The out-&-back routing gives a lot of flexibility on distance. In the past, ride temperatures have ranged 11-45 degrees. Riders participate at their own risk. Minors must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for them. If icy conditions exist or if it is raining or snowing, the ride will be canceled. For more information, look for Vandalia Trail Brisk Bike Ride on Facebook __________
COVID-19 Vaccine Update
Holly, THE Great Dane of Danville has a nose for new trends. She reported a new Spring harbinger spotted at Ellis Park. Bubble-blowing will be added to the list of first robins, crocus, and other signs that winter is on its way out the door.
Individuals 45 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Register for your appointment by: Visiting www.ourshot.in.gov; Calling your local Hendricks County Libraries, OR by calling 2-1-1. To stay up to date on COVID-vaccine information, visit http://bit.ly/ HCHDCOVID and select COVID-19 Vaccine or for more information, call 317745-9368.
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Lyons Ready For Playoffs
Local Team Sets Sights on ABA Championship
Dillon Ware, Indiana Lyons’ #4, rises to the occasion during a recent home game. A 2020 graduate of Danville Community High School, Dillon joined the team this season for a first taste of professional basketball. ______________________________________________
CR 1000 S To Close for Reconstruction
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces Hendricks C.R. 1000 South will close just south of the I-70 and State Road 39 interchange beginning on or after Tuesday, March 30. This is directly across from the TA Travel Center. This is for the contractor to reconstruct the approach to S.R. 39. The county road is scheduled to reopen Wednesday, April 14. Milestone Contractors LP was awarded the $16.2 million contract. This project will redesign this interchange to a Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI). The interchange modification project is being built to add traffic capacity and relieve congestion for the current and future needs as development expands in this area. This interchange is scheduled to open to traffic in the fall of 2021. Motorists in West Central Indiana can monitor road closures, road conditions, and traffic alerts any time via: Facebook: facebook.com/INDOTWestCentral or Twitter: @ INDOT_WCentral __________
Book Sale At Plainfield
The Plainfield-Guilford Township Friends of the Library offeres two ways to support the library. Visit the library between Wednesday, March 17 - Sunday, March 21 to browse a selection of donated, gently used books, movies, board games, and more. You can also stay home and shop anytime by visiting the Friends virtual book store at friends-of-theplainfield-library.square. site/s/shop. __________
Pittsboro HS Alumni Banquet Cancelled
So many of us look forward each year to gathering and reacquainting with old classmates and friends at the PHS Alumni Association Banquets. However, even though there are signs of progress in our fight against Covid-19, out of concern for the health and safety of our members, this year’s Pittsboro High School Alumni Banquet is cancelled. Our current plan is to hold our next banquet on Saturday, May 7, 2022 in the Pittsboro Elementary School gymnasium. As a result of this second rescheduling, we will be honoring three 50-year reunion classes when we meet again! Special recognition will be given to member of the classes of 1970, 1971, and 1972! We appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ken Carter (carterkw@sbcglobal.net). Hope to see you all at the banquet next year, on Saturday, May 7, 2022 Please note: If you have not received an email or general mailing about this cancellation, we may not have your current addresses. Please help us by contacting us with up-to-date information. Thank you! __________
It’s News To Us
If you have local news to share, our deadline for news items is noon on Monday for inclusion in Thursday’s edition. Send your local news items to us by e-mail to therepublican@ sbcglobal.net. Call 317745-2777 or send by fax to 317-647-4341. After hours, news items may be slipped in the mail slot in the front door at 6 E. Main, Danville.
After the ABA playoffs were canceled last year because of the pandemic, the Indiana Lyons promised they be ready to play at the end of their third season. With new players added and seasoned Lyons polishing their skills, they found themselves in the No. 1 seed position as the American Basketball Association starts the North Central Region Playoffs. With Danville’s historic Bosstick Gym (aka “The Lyons Den”) as their home, The Lyons are Hendricks County’s only professional sports team. The Lyons will go against the winner after the Ohio Bruins battled the Chicago Rebels. The game will be Saturday, March 20, at 5:30 p.m., at 300 N. 17th St., in Noblesville. If the Lyons prevail, they will play for the North Central Region Championship on Sunday, March 21, at 2 p.m., at the same location. Owned by Avon businessman Tyrone Brown and his wife, Deborah, the Lyons are a family-friendly organization that are heavily involved in the community. Lyons players come from all over the country and have a wide variety of college and international basketball experience. Players interact with fans before and after games, and every contest ends with a group photo of players and fans at center court. Check the Indiana Lyons Facebook page for any changes or updates. ___________
Loan Medical Equipment
Hendricks County Senior Services maintains a limited supply of medical equipment available for loan for residents of Hendricks County as part of the Danville Rotary Club Foundations, Inc’s Durable Medical Equipment Loan program. The quipment is available on a first-come, firstserve basis. There is no charge for borrowing the equipment. Donations are graciously accepted to help offset the cost of maintaining the equipment. Among the items offered are walkers, wheelchairs, rollators, and canes. Call the Senior Center for more information at 317-745-4303. __________
The entire object of true education is to make people not merely do the right things, but enjoy the right things — not merely industrious, but to love industry — not merely learned, but to love knowledge — not merely pure, but to love purity — not merely just, but to hunger and thirst after justice. John Ruskin