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Unconditional Love
This is my favorite edition of the year! Why, you ask? Because it's the most pure, the most innocent and the most unconditional. It seems like in today's world everything is conditional. I spent a lot of years in sales and the one statement I've always found to be true is: "What have you done for me lately?" Now I don't want to roll off into some negative rant but sometimes it's necessary to point out the valleys to recognize the peaks. Every day I see it all around me, the conditional love that accompanies most everything we do. A spouse or partner's love can diminish if they don't feel provided for. An employer is only as loyal as the last month's production and a friend may only be as accessible as their personal needs require; but a child or a pet?
As I write this, the most recent example of a child's love is this past Father's Day. Now I never really expect much for Father's Day. It's always kind of been that overlooked holiday in a lot of ways but not this year. This year my two son's collaborated with my mom and made all kinds of plans. They obviously thought very hard about what I would like and they executed. What that plan was is irrelevant but what they said touched me deeply. As they showered me with love and affection this year, my obvious response was "This is too much, you guys didn't have to do this." To which both of them in their own way replied, "Dad, you do so much for everyone around you and never ask for anything, you deserve it."
My eyes still well up every time I think about it. I look back over their lives and recall so many times that I walked in the door and their faces lit up. They couldn't wait to play with me, to throw a ball or to build something together. They never judged me for my shortcomings; they were simply thrilled to see me.
Then there's my dog. It doesn't matter what kind of mood I'm in or how long I've been gone. The minute I walk in the door, that tail is wagging. He's a big part of my life, but it's obvious that I'm his entire life. This is the kind of unconditional love that hits hard.
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August 2026
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WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN
1: Woodmen Athletics at Greenwood High School hosted Southside Helping Hearts Screenings provided by MCORE Foundation. 2: StudioYOU Yoga hosted a free, community yoga flow at Woodmen Park. 3: City of Greenwood team recognized with Employee Investment Award from United Way of Johnson County. 4: On-location with Southside Voices podcast about local businesses, hosted by Scott Gilcrest and Jennifer Denney. 5: Local doggos waiting patiently for their peeps to come home and present their food bowls! 6: Summertime is great for gathering those you love, such as the Gilcrest family. 7: Bargersville Fire Department crews reviewed aerial operations, platform placement and emergency procedures with Ladder 254.
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Greenwood Musician John Bultman Jr. Writes Songs As Well
Greenwood-based musician John Bultman Jr. started performing when he was a teenager at church in New Whiteland. In the late 1990s, John and his brother, Ed, formed the band Wildheart to play local clubs, festivals and corporate functions. John’s recorded original songs in Nashville and Carmel at Diehl Studios: “In a Small Town;” “One Way Train;” “I Don’t Know What You Call It;” “It Ain’t Just Tequila Talkin;” “Somethin’ i Wouldn’t Do.” Listen at: YoutTube.com/@ Wildheart3OfHeart.
2026 Youth Programming Grants Awarded By JCCF
A total of $159,971 was awarded by Johnson County Community Foundation to eight organizations to support innovative programs and projects in education, workforce development, early childhood learning, recreation and essential youth services. The 2026 Youth Programming Grant recipients are: Boys & Girls Club of Johnson County, Imagination Library of Johnson County; Indiana FFA Leadership Foundation; Nineveh-HensleyJackson United School Corporation; Yes Ministries Daycare; Aspire Economic Development + Chamber Alliance; Central Nine Career Center; and KIC-IT.
Gorman And Bunch Orthodontics Welcomes New Medical Assistant
Dr. Todd Hickman, DDS, MSD, at Gorman and Bunch Orthodontics, welcomed Rebecca Armes to the team. Coming from the West Coast, Rebecca is a certified clinical medical assistant with five years of experience spanning both front-office patient care and clinical support. She is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Outside of the office, Rebecca is a proud mother of nine and grandmother of one.
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Greenwood Awarded Major Transportation Funds
The City of Greenwood was awarded more than $8.4 million in federal transportation funding through the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Smith Valley Road Expansion Project. City staffers indicate this investment will widen the road, ease congestion, improve safety and modernize infrastructure along one of Greenwood’s most heavily traveled corridors. Out of 58 applications requesting funding across Indiana, Greenwood Staff secured one of the region’s major project awards.
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Sauer Dentistry Highlights How Childhood Dental Care Builds Lifelong Habits And Glowing Grins
HEALTHY SMILES START EARLY
ARTICLE BY ALLYSON (ALLY) STRACZEK
As parents and accomplished dentists, Aaron Sauer, DDS, and Whitney Marsh, DMD, of Sauer Dentistry understand the importance of kids' dental health and working with families to establish dental routines and preventive care.
“Introducing children to the dental office at a young age helps them become more comfortable, build good habits and catch dental problems early on,” explains Dr. Sauer. “Preventive care is crucial for developing teeth. It can help minimize dental cavities and prevent tooth loss, as well as address speech impediments and malocclusions.”
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that children start seeing a dentist as soon as they have teeth, or no later than 1 year of age.
Dr. Sauer says, “Dental visits become less intimidating when kids start early. Children who become familiar with the dental environment from an early age are often more comfortable and cooperative during future appointments, reducing anxiety and fear.”
When children visit the dentist at a young age, the sights, sounds, smells and routines of the office become familiar rather than mysterious. “Repeated positive interactions with dental professionals help children develop confidence that the people caring for them are safe, predictable and supportive," adds Dr. Marsh. "Early visits often involve simple, noninvasive experiences like counting teeth, taking pictures and learning how to brush. These early visits create a foundation for kids.”
Both dentists work with parents to establish healthy eating patterns from the beginning and limit exposure to sugary foods and drinks. Dr. Marsh also educates parents to encourage kids to drink water between meals rather than juice or other sugary beverages, and to avoid letting children fall asleep with bottles containing milk, juice or other sugar-based liquids.
“We want parents to make brushing part of predictable morning and bedtime routines,” instructs Dr. Sauer. “Begin cleaning an infant's gums with a soft, damp cloth even before teeth erupt. Then, once the first tooth appears, use a soft-bristle toothbrush and smear a rice-grain-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste onto it. For kids aged 3-6, increase to a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Until kids develop good dexterity, it’s important for parents to check their brushing to ensure it's done well. We also encourage parents to teach kids to spit and not swallow the toothpaste to support appropriate fluoride use while helping them become more independent with oral hygiene.”
Parents can help establish brushing as less of a chore and more of a routine by choosing a special toothbrush, using kid-friendly toothpaste, offering incentives to build healthy habits and staying positive.
Sauer Dentistry in Greenwood is a family dental office providing state-of-the-art technology for general and cosmetic dental services. General dental procedures cover routine check-ups, cleaning and fillings, while more advanced procedures such as crowns, bridges, root canals and extractions also are available. Cosmetic dental options feature veneers and Invisalign.
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“Tooth decay is preventable. Regular checkups, fluoride guidance and dietary counseling reduce children’s risk for a common, chronic childhood disease," explains Dr. Sauer.
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Dog daycare can provide an enriching environment filled with new sights and well-balanced activities that keep dogs mentally engaged and happy. The Dogtopia of Greenwood team says they separate pups by their size, temperament and play style, so they’re around others that match their energy and playtime vibe. In fact, this Greenwood team of dog professionals recently extended their services by adding a fourth room dedicated solely to the smallest of pups.
"Our canine coaches supervise and encourage fun, safe play throughout the day, and we love incorporating activities like agility exercises, bubble parties and photoshoots to keep daycare new and exciting," says Nick Weadick, Dogtopia of Greenwood co-owner along with certified canine trainer and co-owner Jennifer "Jen" Mutz.
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"DOGTOPIA DOGS LEARN SOCIAL CUES AND DOGGIE MANNERS.
SOCIALIZING WITH LIKE-MINDED DOGS HELPS THEM ALL BE GOOD CANINE CITIZENS."
Jen says consistent dog daycare builds a canine's confidence, which nurtures and creates relaxed, fear-free dogs who know how to behave in public. She highlights the new training program they've also added at the facility, which teaches dogs how to better self-regulate and have more body awareness.
"We also provide beneficial, structured exercise during stays. Logging an average of 30,000 steps while in daycare improves dogs' mental and physical health, making them perfect companions," Jen adds.
Additionally, Dogtopia’s dog spa services include spa baths, brush-outs, ear cleaning, toothbrushing, nail trims and other grooming options. To continue hygiene at home, the company also sells helpful products, such as deodorizer sprays, ear care products and skin balms.
Pet parents appreciate Dogtopia's state-of-the-art facility with live webcam access, report cards, regular updates, consistent schedules, wellness routines and no-fuss billing. Jen says peace of mind knowing dogs are safe and having fun is paramount.
Dogtopia's canine coaches complete a custom curriculum accredited by the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT).
Essentially, Dogtopia's unique, overall program is based on three foundational principles: dog socialization, exercise and education. They also are concerned about each dog's wellness. Their facility uses certified, pet-safe cleaning protocols and enforces strict vaccination and temperament evaluation requirements for all dogs. Nick says their special rubberized flooring in the climate-controlled playrooms aids in dogs' long-term joint health. "The supervised brain games also improve dogs' behaviors and manners," he adds.
Jen agrees: "Dogs that come to us, especially those who participate in our training, learn how to behave in social situations and be more comfortable around new dogs and new people. We're all about building focus, confidence and consistency."
"We're way more than just a place while pet parents are away from home. We transformed traditional kennel-style boarding into an active, social and educational experience," states Nick and Jen.
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OPEN-DOOR Policy At Childcare Facility SOLVES Families' Concerns
Primrose School Of Greenwood Staff Uses Research-Informed, Teacher-Guided, Proprietary Balanced Learning Curriculum
ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON
Early childhood education plays a vital, long-term role in providing a strong foundation for later academic, social and emotional growth, asserts Jessica Schmollinger, Primrose School of Greenwood franchise owner.
"That's another reason why we're expanding our services," Jessica adds, citing that they recently added a Toddler 3 classroom and a transitional kindergarten program to provide hands-on, engaging learning that's full of discovery.
She says the TK Program starts by building a math foundation through interactive whole group lessons. “We explore numbers together using tools that help children visualize counting and number relationships that build confidence in early addition and subtraction.”
Jessica says they then show students through games, movement and real-life examples how to understand how numbers work together, especially to increase problem-solving skills.
"We also nurture a love for reading by focusing on letter recognition, sounds and early phonics skills. Students practice blending letter sounds together, which is an important step for self-assured readers," she explains.
Primrose students are introduced to foundational STAR reading strategies that support early success in literacy by recognizing patterns and sounds to build simple words.
"Every TK Program lesson is designed to be interactive and developmentally appropriate so that curiosity, creativity and confidence is encouraged," says Jessica.
Parents of Primrose students also recognize the extended "family culture" present at the school, led by teachers who make them feel they belong.
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The Gandhi Family stated their experience at Primrose School of Greenwood has been nothing short of wonderful: "The teachers and staff create an environment where children feel safe, supported and excited to learn. They've become such an important part of our lives. From the cheerful greetings in the morning to the thoughtful learning activities throughout the day, we see how much love and effort goes into making this school feel like a second home. For our daughter, Mishka, Primrose has been a place where she has blossomed. She has learned to show leadership traits, build meaningful relationships with her teachers, make friends with confidence,
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and has come a long way in her cognitive development. Watching her grow into a curious, kind and capable little girl has been one of our greatest joys — and we know Primrose played a huge role in that journey. The Primrose team puts their hearts into everything they do, and we’re grateful to be part of this community. We couldn’t imagine a better place for Mishka to grow."
Primrose is an all-around incredible establishment, stated the Miner family: "It's a clean, welcoming facility, with a happy and caring staff and wonderful curriculum. I cried touring daycares when my son was born. I was terrified to leave him with strangers who didn’t love him like I did, but when we found Primrose all those worries disappeared. Now he's in EPS, and my daughter is in the infant room, and I'm still so incredibly lucky to have found a place that treats me and my children like family."
Key benefits of solid early childhood education programs are preparation for entering kindergarten while teaching children to reason by incorporating problem-solving tasks and to develop critical thinking skills. Effective childhood education also encourages children to explore their surroundings, which fosters curiosity. Imaginative play, such as pretending to be in a specific career, allows a child to exercise creativity and develop imagination.
Jessica verifies that young students often learn best when they're involved in different forms of play, including activities involving sensory components, art projects and science experiments; storytelling, reading, music and dance to develop motor skills, rhythm and self-expression; group projects and collaborative activities to develop cooperation and teamwork; and exploring new cultures and languages to introduce different customs and perspectives to broaden their understanding of the world.
Every Primrose staff member undergoes a thorough background check before joining the school, she adds. "Plus, all staff are also CPR and first–aid certified, so parents and guardians can feel confident their child is in safe, prepared hands every day."
New Primrose Family's Observation
"I really enjoyed how welcoming Primrose was upon just entering the building. It seemed like everyone loved to be there. The facility looked and smelled cleaned, which I know may be strange to say, but some places aren't always like that. Also, Ashlea was great and provided us with all the information we needed, as well as after the tour addressing questions we could've even had in the future. Overall, it was a pleasure and I'm excited to get my child started here," states the Duran Family.
Primrose Schools is a national system of accredited private preschools, which is recognized as a top U.S. child care service provider.
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KIDS AND POPSICLES ARE THE PERFECT SUMMERTIME PAIR
ARTICLE BY LINDA DITCH PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
As temperatures rise, children race to the freezer for this frosty treat or wait anxiously for the approach of the musical ice cream truck. Making homemade popsicles is a fun, kidfriendly activity. These recipes feature kid-favorite flavors with an added taste twist. The only tricky part is waiting for them to freeze.
SPICED GRAPE POPSICLES
ingredients:
Makes 18 to 24
• 2 quarts Concord grape juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 12 whole cloves
• 4 cinnamon sticks
• 3 tablespoons whole allspice
directions:
Put all of the ingredients into a large saucepan. Bring the mixture to barely a simmer and let it cook for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and pour the juice through a cheesecloth-lined strainer into a bowl or pitcher to remove the spices. Allow the juice to cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate until well chilled. Pour mixture into popsicle molds. Freeze until firm.
CHERRY LIMEADE POPSICLES ingredients:
Makes 18 to 24
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup lime juice
• 2 cups tart cherry juice
directions:
In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat. Add the cherry juice and taste. Add additional sugar or water if needed. Let come to room temperature and then refrigerate until well chilled. Pour mixture into popsicle molds. Freeze until firm.
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TREY & KATIE KENNEDY
ON MARRIAGE, KIDS, AND THE COMEDY OF REAL LIFE
Trey Kennedy makes a living finding comedy in regular life. Marriage. Toddlers. Yoga pants. The Thursday-night scramble between school dropoffs, soccer practice, and whatever has to be done by morning. Twelve years in, it shows: millions of followers across every platform, three stand-up specials, a sold-out Relatable Tour, and a style of humor fans send each other captioned, “Are you watching me?” He delivers the kind of comedy that travels because everyone’s living some version of it.
Katie, his wife of six years, is a former biomedical engineer who also built a modeling career. She’s now raising their kids and co-hosting Correct Opinions alongside Trey — the show where the two of them swap takes on marriage, parenting, and whatever came up that week.
Trey has been at this longer than people realize. An Edmond, Oklahoma kid who grew up playing basketball described himself as a “shy kid who never thought he’d be an entertainer.” He started making videos while attending Oklahoma State University. After building millions of followers on Vine before the platform shut down, he gave himself six months on Instagram and Facebook to see whether he could rebuild from zero. He did. Stand-up soon followed. His first special, Are You For Real?, streams on YouTube; the second, Grow Up, on Amazon Prime; the third, built around the Relatable Tour, wrapped earlier this year. “I’ve been trying to be funny every week for like twelve years now,” he says. A slow climb, made one bit at a time.
ARTICLE BY KALI KASPRZYK
“I’ve been trying to be funny every week for like twelve years now.”
Most of what Trey writes lately starts in his own kitchen. Thomas is three and a half, and he is, in his father’s words, “a movie.” He narrates his own life from the moment his eyes open and mispronounces words in ways his parents now repeat to each other because no one else would believe them. His younger sister, Eva, is what Katie calls “the calm one.” With a third now in the mix, the Kennedys are officially outnumbered.
After six years of marriage, Trey and Katie have learned that the partnership runs best when it gets its own time on the calendar. So once a week, they leave the kids with a sitter and go out for coffee. “You need a system,” Katie says. “It’s about taking time to look each other in the eye. Not the kids. Not the cameras. Just each other.”
The same instinct shapes the work. Most of Trey’s trial and error happens onstage or on Instagram, but the first read is always Katie’s. “There’s only been one time ever I’ve had to be like, ‘you’re not doing that,’” she says. The rest of the time, she just laughs first.
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AUGUST 2026
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
AUGUST 1ST AND 8TH Summer Concerts
Craig Park, Greenwood
Amphitheater | 7:00 PM
Hundreds of Greenwood residents, visitors and their families gather with lawn chairs, blankets and snack-filled coolers to enjoy live performances spanning a variety of musical genres. Aug. 1 performance comes from The Big 80s. Aug. 8 will showcase Soul Street. For questions, email events@ greenwood.in.gov. Outside alcohol and anything in a glass container is strictly prohibited at these concerts.
AUGUST 13TH AND 27TH Free Summer Concerts
Umbarger Plaza | 7:00 PM
On Aug. 13, Groove Smash will perform classic rock, pop, funk and soul/R&B music. On Aug. 27, The Woomblies take the stage to play rock ‘n’ roll. Bring chairs and friends to enjoy great nights of music. Food and adult beverage vendors will be available. These free, 2-hour concerts are presented by RD Productions, LLC, Bargersville Parks & Recreation.
AUGUST 22ND
Paws And Pose Puppy Yoga
StudioYOU Yoga Greenwood | 1:00 PM
Spend an hour flowing with the newest litter of puppies from Big Time Olde English Bulldogs. Breathe, movement and puppy kisses for just $20 (portion of every registration donated to local dog rescue). Whether a seasoned yogi or trying yoga for the first time, instructor Morgan Tromberg says this is guaranteed to be one of the happiest classes ever. Register: StudioYouYoga. com/workshops.
AUGUST 29TH
Aberdeen Health & Wellness Fair Sponsored By Greenwood City Lifestyle
The Barn At Aberdeen | 12:00 PM
Aberdeen Farms team members will host their second annual Health and Wellness Fair from 12-4 p.m. at The Barn located in Bargersville at 5028 Abbeygate Blvd. Attendees can take advantage of free health screenings, demonstrations, chair massages and wine sampling from Mallow Run Winery. More than 30 area health and wellness providers will participate in this free admission fair.
AUGUST 29TH
Airport Day
Indy South Greenwood | 10:00 AM
This event will feature free aircraft rides for kids ages 8 to 17, military simulators and hands-on displays from fire departments, as one of the community’s most popular annual gatherings. There also will be other activities, like World War II re-enactors, helicopter rides and a vehicle display. It concludes at 2 p.m. Phone 317.881.0887 for questions.
AUGUST 29TH - 30TH
2026 Community Campout
Freedom Park | 3:00 PM
This will be the 5th annual Community Campout as a great way to kick off the fall season. Fee is $50 per campsite. The family-friendly event features a tent campsite for six campers per site and one tent per site, dinner, outdoor games, a campfire, fishing and a movie, usually with s’mores and doughnuts the following morning.
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"Precision matters. We combine focused physical therapy with sports-specific training to support safe recovery and long-term performance. From youth athletes to weekend warriors, we’ve got your recovery covered," assures Eshaan Lothe, PT, DPT, Certified DN at Golden Physical Therapy in Bargersville.
GPT's family-owned clinic was established during 2011, and Eshaan stepped in to operate it in 2024, offering a comprehensive range of pediatric, adult, senior and post-surgical services plus sports rehab, performance training and recovery.
He says the GPT team approach is anchored by intentional movements and individual care. Services include dry needling and specific rehab performance recovery.
Eshaan is certified in dry needling/electroacupuncture, which he confirms is an appealing treatment to pair with sports rehab to give athletes a competitive edge.
"Dry needling is proven to reduce pain and tension, and to improve mobility and function. DN can be used to address neck and shoulder pain, elbow pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, low back pain, sciatica, hip and knee pain, ankle issues, foot pain, headaches/migraines, tendinitis/ tendinopathy, TMJ disorders, sports injuries and osteoarthritis," he explains.
He adds, "Athletes, this is your home for focused rehab, performance and recovery. We offer specialized sports performance training to help athletes improve their speed, strength, agility and endurance, while emphasizing injury prevention. Neuromuscular training improves coordination and reduces risk of re-injury, which is key to long-term performance."
The facility is located at 5080 N. State Road 135, Ste. G. Hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; also by appointment outside of these hours.
Eshaan says the underpinning to GPT services is personalized, evidence-based care that's rooted in faith, integrity and the belief that healing carries both strength and hope. "Our vision is to set the gold standard for rehabilitation and performance in our community."
ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY BY GOLDEN PHYSICAL THERAPY
Golden Physical Therapy Helps Youths Achieve Peak Performance That Lasts
