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Volume 140, Number 20 Thursday, May 20, 2021 Published Weekly in Danville, Indiana
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It’s Dogtona!
Can you hear the tails a’waggin? Canines across the county are counting down to Sunday, May 23, 12-4 p.m. and the return of Dogtona! The event was cancelled last year, but Hendricks Humane is bringing back the popular “Spring Break” for dogs.
Did Your Hear the News? Dogtona is Back!
The 19th annual Dogtona! will return to the Hendricks County Fairgrounds on Sunday, May 23, 12-4 p.m. This year’s sponsors are Danville Veterinary Hospital, Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Center, Banning Engineering, Hendricks County Business Leader/ ICON, The Republican, Hendericks Power Cooperative, Derrick Team/Carpenter Realtors, UPS Brownsburg, and Speck’s Pet Supplies.
Hendricks Humane createdDogtona! to provide people with an inexpensive, fun day for their dogs, to promote the adoption of homeless dogs in area shelters and rescue groups, and to educate the public on pet responsibility. Dogs must be leashed (no retractables), current on vaccinations, and not be in heat to participate in the event. Admission is $5 per dog (people admitted free).
The 2021 Dogtona! will take place at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds, but in a new location, in the Dairy/Beef Cattle Pavillion.
Enjoy a variety of interestingdemonstrations and exhibitors (lots of freebies!). The K-9 Kafé will serve chips, candy and water. More food provided by Custard Dogs Food Truck.
The highlight will be the Dog Show, including Talent Show, Leave It Competition, Any-Dog Dog Show (categories may include: Best Dressed, Best Kisser, Best Singer, Best “naturally” colorful, Best Dancers and Best Ears. & Clever Pet Tricks).
Games for dogs include include Great Lick Off, A-Frame, Sidewinder, and Pee Bucket Surprise, to name a few.
For more information call Hendricks Humane at 317-745-3338 or email to dogtona@hendrickshumane.org.
PlainfieldForum
Plainfield Friends Church, in cooperation with the Plainfield Chamber of Commerce, is offering a Community Forum series to keep all residents engaged and informed about many different aspects of the community – as well as some good entertainment!
The first Community Forum Night will be Tuesday, May 25, at 6:30 p.m. at Plainfield Friends Church, 105 S. East St., Plainfield.. Reann Poray and Sarah Wright of the Plainfield-Guilford Township Library will be speaking about “The History of Plainfield”, and Bill Clendineng will talk about the role of churches in the history of Plainfield. Everyone is welcome to attend! Masks are encouraged, but not required at this event. The other sessions scheduled are:
Tuesday, June 22, 6 p.m. - Plainfield Deputy Police Chief Joe Aldrich.
Tuesday, July 27, 6:30 p.m. - Plainfield Chamber of Commerce - Brad DuBois.
Tuesday, August 24, 6:30 p.m. - Chat with Plainfield Fire Territory Chief Brent Anderson
Wednesday, September 15, 7 p.m. - Hendricks County Symphony Quintet Concert on the lawn (weather permitting; if raining, will be held indoors.)
Tuesday, October 26, 6:30 p.m. - Plainfield Community School Corporation Superintendent Scott Olinger.
Tuesday, November 23, 6:30 p.m., Roundtable of Community Leaders: Michael Aviah, Public Health Specialist of Health Department; Levi Lucas & Julie Randall, Family Promise; and Eric Hessell, Hendricks Community Foundation.
Tuesday, December 14, 6:30 p.m. - Christmas orgna and piano concert.
All events will take place at Plainfield Friends Church, 105 S. East St., Plainfield.
US 36 Bridge at Avon To Be Replaced
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces work begins on or after Tuesday, June 1 on the U.S. 36 Bridge over White Lick Creek, located on the west side of Avon.
The U.S. 36 westbound bridge will be replaced. Traffic will utilize crossovers and be shifted into one 16’ lane in both directions on the eastbound bridge.
Work is scheduled to last through November 5 of this year.
This project was awarded to Rieth Riley Construction for $2.8 million.
INDOT reminds motorists to use caution and consider worker safety when driving through a construction zone.
Coatesville Woman Killed In Crash
Alyssa Couch, 27, of Coatesville, was killed when her car crashed into an oncoming dump truck on SR 75, north of Coatesville.
Deputies were called to the 4100 block of South SR 75, just north of Coatesville at approximately 3:08 p.m.,on Thursday, May 20.
Preliminary investigation indicataed that Couch’s car was southbound when it went left of center and was struck by the northbound dump truck. Couch died at the scene; an infant in the car was transported to an Indianapolis hospital by medical helicopter. The drive of the dump truck was not injured.
State Police and Hendricks County Sheriff’s Department are investigating the cause of the crash.
Legion Post 118 Hosts Cook-Out
American Legion Post 118, 846 S. SR 39, Danville, will host an outdoor Cook-Out on Saturday, May 22, from noon to 6 p.m.
The community is invited to enjoy free burgers, brats, and dogs, with sides. There will be a charge for drinks.
There will be games for the kids, bounce house, and corn hole.
The public is inviteded to attend.
Jerome K. Jerome
Senior Center Food Pantry
Hendricks County Senior Services offers a food pantry for Hendricks County seniors, including perishable, nonperishable, and hygiene products.
The food pantry is open by appointment only. Please call 317-745-4303 to make an appointment to come to the food pantry.
Hendricks County Senior Services reserves the right to limit the number of visits per person.
Individuals must be 60 years old or older and must be a resident of Hendricks County.
Donations to the food pantry are always needed, accepted and appreciated.
Senior Center Membership
Membership in the Hendricks County Senior not only provides extra benefits, but membership dollars are an important part of the funding that prove the wide variety of activities and workshops offered to all senior citizens in Hendricks County.
The annual membership fee is $55 per person. If you use the services of the Hendricks County Senior Center. The cost of membership is only $.22 per day for the 247 days the Senior Centeris open a year.
Membership enables you to participate in activities and programs that are exclusively for members and provides discounts to members when a fee is charged for an activity or program.
Becoming a member is easy. Simply visit the Senior Center, complete a Membership Form and pay the membership dues. Members can renew their membership online. Visit hcseniors.org to learn more.
Tox-Away Day At Fairgrounds
Hendricks County Recycling District will host a Tox-Away Day on Saturday, May 22, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main, Danville. When you arrive at a Tox- Away event, stay in your vehicle. Volunteers will unload everything for you.
More information about the Tox-Away Day program, as well as an online recycling guide, is available by calling the District’s office at 317-858-6070 or by visiting recyclehendrickscounty.org.
LHC Hosts Golf Outing
Registration is open for Leadership Hendricks County’s 25th Annual Golf Outing, Thursday, July 15, at Deer Creek Golf Club, 7143 SR 39,Clayton. To register or learn how you or your organization can become a 2021 LHC golf outing sponsor, visit leadershiphendrickscounty.org or call 317-718-6175.
Danville Fire Chief Gets The “Ax”
Danville Fire Chief Rob Roberts presented former Fire Chief Mark Morgan with his retirement ax after 35 years of service. The Covid-19 pandemic delayed the presentation ceremony since Morgans retirement in April of 2019 and subsequent move to Danville Town Manager.
Mark Morgan signed up as a volunteer firefighter in November of 1985. Morgan progressed through the ranks during his tenure at the Danville Fire Department. Morgan started as a Firefighter and moving onto Lieutenant, Captain, Assistant Chief and ultimately being appointed the first full-time Fire Chief for the Danville Fire Department. Roberts served as Morgan’s Assistant Chief for the duration of his 19 years as Chief.
“Together we made a lot of changes for the fire department. I can remember back in the day fighting fires and riding the backstep of the fire engine with Morgan. During his time as Chief, we went from being a volunteer fire department to a full-time career fire department,” stated Roberts. “Mark Morgan has spent more than three decades serving the residents of Danville, Center, and Marion Townships, keeping us safe. He is a great firefighter, leader, and friend. We thank him for his devotion to the town and the residents.
CAN You Believe...?
This year you CAN attend the Hendricks County Fair! The dates for the fair are July 18-July 24.
You CAN participate in many activities and some are listed below: You CAN exhibit in Open Class Show You CAN enter the Quilt Block Contest You CAN enter your best CHOCOLATE in the chocolate contest You CAN PACK THE LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES with CANNED fruits and vegetables You CAN pick up a program book at the Hendricks
County Extension Office located in the conference center YOU CAN HAVE FUN “ON THE SPOT” You CAN join an Extension Homemakers club, 4-H or Master Gardeners.
HCHS Pet Food Pantry
While the Hendricks Humane office is closed, Hendricks County Humane Society’s Pet Food Pantry is still operating.
You don’t have to be an existing Pet Food Pantry recipient - just call 317- 745-3338, answer some simple informational questions, and you can receivedog or cat food (& litter) as available. Arrangements will be made for pickup.
