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Scam ALERT
The Hendricks County Sheriff’s office has been receiving reports of a phone scam that is being used on unsuspecting Hendricks County residents. While several different ones have been reported, the most prevalent one is being dubbed the “Jury Duty Scam.” The perpetrators of this scam are calling resident’s cell phones from a spoofed phone number that looks like it’s coming from the Sheriff’s department and using the name of legitimate officers from the department as well. The con they are using is to tell residents that they have missed jury duty and now have a warrant out for their arrest. In order to clear the warrant, they are told they need to pay a sum of money immediately via wire-transfer or by purchasing a green dot gift card and reading off the numbers from the card. According to Captain Amanda Goings (pictured), “They use the pressure, they say ‘we’re going to
come get you and lock you up’ but we just don’t operate that way. There’s no paying money over the phone to release yourself from a bond or a warrant or anything like that. All of that can and should be done in person.”
Other scams she noted to look out for would be the grandchild scam where, typically elderly people, are called and told their grandchildren are in the hospital and need immediate funds to save their lives. Please be aware of these scams and be careful not to get fooled. Double-check the source of the call, even if it sounds legit, before giving away any financial information.
2023 Rose Golf Outing raises $4,500 with largest turnout in 18 years
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Cindy Weaver’s dedication to the Spanish language has continued to be memorialized by her husband Dave Weaver as the 18th annual Rose Golf Outing fundraiser was completed on June 5. This year, 21 foursomes joined the tournament, which was the largest group yet, and the three scholarships were presented to the winners at the end of play. “For the first time since beginning this tournament, my foursome actually won the scramble with the low score of 43. It was no indication that we were the best team- we have mulligan packages, where you can pay to get an extra shot, and our team just happened to buy more of these than anyone else,” joked Dave Weaver. The scholarship recipients (pictured) were Ashley Coffee, Natalie Restivo, and Kate Partlow
from Plainfield high school. Each of them received $2,500 to go toward their college Spanish studies along with 11 roses, a tradition that began when Dave Weaver gave his wife Cindy 11 roses and called her the 12th rose.
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Captain Amanda Goings, Hendricks County Sheriff’s Office. (Submitted photo)
L-R Dave Weaver, Spanish Teacher Jamie Nichols, Ashley Coffee, Natalie Restivo, and Kate Partlow (Submitted photo)
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Danville Town Council Obtains report on current and future utility costs
Compiled by Peg McRoy
The Danville Town Council met June 7. These meetings can be viewed on the town’s YouTube channel after the meeting. The council meets at 7 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Danville Town Hall, 49 N. Wayne St. The next scheduled meeting is June 21.
WHAT HAPPENED: An ordinance was introduced to amend the police donation funds. This ordinance stipulates that these funds are restricted and non-reverting. This action was recommended by the State Board of Accounts during the town’s annual audit.
WHAT IT MEANS: These funds are used to support National Night Out Against Crime, K-9 care and control, their annual golf outing, shop with a cop, Easter Egg Hunt, and other community outreach programs and events. The State Board of Accounts and the town’s law firm have reviewed this ordinance. It will better streamline the department’s donation and fundraising efforts. Town Manager Mark Morgan said that similar ordinances will be introduced at the council’s next meeting. There will be a request, at that meeting, for the council to suspend the rules and approve these ordinances with the intent of getting them approved by June 30.
WHAT HAPPENED: A representative from O.W. Krohn & Associates, CPAs and Consultants, provided the council with a report on current and future utility rates.
WHAT IT MEANS: At the town’s request, Krohn prepared reports for the water, wastewater, and stormwater regarding current and future needs and costs. This report will be used for planning and decision-making purposes.
WHAT HAPPENED: Chief of Police Jim Hilton was given approval to proceed with leasing 16 2023 Dodge Durangos from Enterprise for the department.
WHAT IT MEANS: Six weeks ago, the council gave the police department approval to proceed in negotiating a contract with Enterprise. Enterprise has been working with Taft Law, the town’s law firm, on this contract. Both organizations have come to a consensus on the contract. Chief Hilton said that he will provide the council and the clerk-treasurer with an electronic version of that contract. The annual cost for the 2023 vehicles is $165,738.
WHAT HAPPENED: The council approved the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)funds for two water and wastewater projects.
WHAT IT MEANS: ARPA is a federal agency that distributes funds to municipalities to be used for non-recurring expenditures, specifically for infrastructure. The total cost of the two projects is approximately $5.1 million. The ARPA fund will supply $1 million toward each project.
ICONIC brief
Brownsburg’s Brook Ebtinger graduates from Indiana Connections Academy
More than 600 students will graduate from Indiana Connections Academy as part of the Class of 2023, including Brook Ebtinger from Brownsburg. Upon graduation, Brook plans to attend Ball State University to study nursing. For more information about Indiana Connections Academy, visit IndianaConnectionsAcademy.com.
Avon Police Department swears in four new officers.
Compiled by Peg McRoy
The Avon Town Council met June 8. Meetings can be viewed on the town’s social media accounts. The council meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of the month at the Avon Town Hall, 6570 E. U.S. 36. The next scheduled meeting is June 22.
WHAT HAPPENED: The Avon police department swore in four new officers. The town hall was packed with family and friends in support of the new officers. The Honorable Judge Ryan Tanselle conducted the swearing-in ceremony.
WHAT IT MEANS: The new officers are Eric Cheek, Gabriel Copley, Willian Clark, and Monica Childers. Chief of Police Sean Stoops noted that these officers have a high level of qualifications. He said that this is particularly noteworthy because of the current difficulty in recruiting and retaining officers.
WHAT HAPPENED: Mark Todisco, president of the Plainfield Youth Assistance Program, spoke to the council about the program. Staci Hovermale, director of the program, also addressed the council. Judge Tanselle and Avon School’s Assistant Superintendent Michael Sullivan provided supporting information.
WHAT IT MEANS: The Plainfield Youth Assistance Program is devoted to early intervention with at-risk youth and families in Plainfield. Todisco served on the Plainfield School board for 23 years. He said that during his time on the school board, there was a realization that the community was not 100% successful with all their students. It was also recognized that the school system could not reach 100% alone and it was a community issue. The school board then met with their town council to discuss possible solutions. A Westfield Youth Assistance Program had proven very successful, so Plainfield adopted that model but tailored it to suit the needs in Plainfield. Hovermale said they serve kids ages 3 through 17. In their first year, 2021, they served 55 kids and 157 in 2022. She also said that most of the kid referrals come from school counselors, although some come from service organizations and churches. She also said that if Avon adopts this program, it can be molded to fit their issues and needs. Council President Robert Pope said that Avon’s overarching interest in the program is to keep kids out of the justice system. Judge Tanselle reported that probation officers have found the program fills in the right gaps to help these kids. Sullivan said that with the school system approaching 11,000 students, they can use as many wrap-around services as possible and they are very interested in partnering with the program. The Avon Town Council is taking the program under consideration.
ICONIC brief
The Indianapolis Children’s Choir to host Summer Music Camps
This summer the Indianapolis Children’s Choir (ICC) will welcome more than 150 children in grades 1-8 to summer music camps across central Indiana. Imagine Summer Music Camp kicked off recently in Columbus, Ind. with the Columbus Indiana Children’s Choir, a division of the ICC. Singers came together for a weekend of friendship, song, and a concert for a successful start to the summer season. Next, the ICC will host Imagine Summer Music Camps at Butler University for young singers, July 10-14, 2023. This camp is an ideal introduction to the ICC’s renowned choral instruction and artistic excellence. The camp session concludes with a concert. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door at Cornerstone Lutheran Church in Carmel on the day of the performance, and ages 5 and under can attend for free. Registration can be completed online at icchoir.org/camp
IU West nurse performs life-saving CPR on husband
Brittany Fields’ CPR training saved her husband’s life
By Nichole Meloche
When Brittany Fields woke up the morning of October 1, she had no idea how that day would impact the rest of her life. One minute, she is discussing work and childcare plans with her husband. By the next, her husband is laying on the floor while she performs life-saving CPR on him.
Brittany Fields has worked in the maternity ward at IU West for the past decade. She currently serves as the Clinical Educator for the maternity ward. Her husband, Jake Fields, has worked at Mears Machinery in Avon for the last twelve years. Together, they are raising their two-year-old son Evan.
Brittany and her husband were having a relaxing Saturday afternoon taking care of their sick son. While their son slept, they discussed how to take care of him. A moment later, Brittany heard the sound of snoring come from the living room, which struck her as odd.
make a decision. They never said that. Mentally, I said goodbye to Jake because I really thought he was going to die.”
On the way to the hospital, Jake received four to six shocks from an Automated External Defibrillator, or AED. In total, he was in cardiac arrest for 45 minutes.
Jake spent the next week at IU West. For two of those days, he was breathing through a ventilator.
“The last thing I remember is our son was sick from RSV and he was laying on my chest,” said Jake. “We were watching Hotel Transylvania and then it was lights out.”
“You can’t always predict what is going to happen to you so go to the doctor and do all the preventative things that you can do to stay on top of your health,” said Jake. “CPR saves lives!”
“I thought that was odd that he had fallen asleep that quickly,” said Brittany. “I yelled his name and he didn’t say anything. I was poking his chest but there was still no response. I called 911 immediately. Then I ran to my neighbor’s house and I screamed for them to help me move him.”
In the 20 seconds that it took for Brittany to run for help, her husband started to turn blue. Their neighbors, Shana and Nate, assisted Brittany in getting Jake flat on the ground so she could perform CPR.
“I had been doing CPR for about five minutes and I was starting to get tired,” said Brittany. “Nate started doing chest compressions while I was doing rescue breathing.”
When Pittsboro EMS arrived, they performed CPR on Jake for another 20 minutes. They said that Jake had gone into ventricular fibrillation, which means that his heart had become electrically unstable and had a non-life sustaining rhythm to it.
“I thought they were going to tell me that it had been too long,” said Brittany. “I was really afraid I was going to have to
Jake’s doctors are still unsure of what the exact cause of this incident was. Scans show that Jake’s heart is completely healthy. Jake is now back to working and living an active lifestyle after having an internal cardiac defibrillator put in.
Brittany attributes her CPR skills to her mandatory quarterly training at IU West. Prior to this incident, she had never performed CPR outside of her training.
“I just went into action,” said Brittany. “I’m super thankful that my wife-brain turned off and my nursebrain turned on. He received amazing care. It was truly incredible. My husband and I are strong in our faith, but to physically witness a miracle, I have no words for it. We’re so blessed and lucky.”
“I’m going to use my second chance to be the best father, husband, son and brother that I can be,” said Jake. “I want to appreciate all the little things that we often take for granted. It gives me a better appreciation for what I have in my life and the people in it ”
“You can’t always predict what is going to happen to you so go to the doctor and do all the preventative things that you can do to stay on top of your health,” said Jake. “CPR saves lives!”
The American Heart Association offers a list of local CPR classes. Many local YMCAs and fire departments offer CPR certification classes. Visit ahainstructornetwork.americanheart.org.
(Above) Brittany Fields has worked in the maternity ward at IU West for the last decade (Photo provided by Emma Packard), (Below) Jake and Brittany Fields and their son Evan (Photo provided by Brittany Fields) , (Cover) Jake and Brittany Fields (Photo provided by Brittany Fields)
For the Dads
By Todd Travis
EDITOR’S NOTE
This month we celebrate the “dads” in our lives. Father’s Day is going to look different for all of us, depending on our situations. We may be celebrating our biological dads, bonus dads, step-dads, adopted dads, or the dad-figures that have entered our lives. We may also be mourning the loss of our dads or resenting the absence of our dads. As with many holidays, for some it can be filled with joy and thankfulness, and for others it can be filled with somberness or even anger-- and for many a mix of all of the above.
Being a dad is not easy. Fatherhood comes with its share of joys, disappointments, struggles, and triumphs. That’s why we say a huge THANK YOU to the fathers in all forms of the word. Your role is incredibly important to the fabric of our community.
We know that there aren’t any perfect dads in the world, but to wake up every day and try your hardest is all we can ask. If you’re not sure about the impact you’re making by being a dad, here is your reminder that it is monumental.
To those who have lost a father, we mourn with you and lift you up together as a community. To those who have been hurt or abandoned by their fathers, we stand beside you in your pain. If you feel forgotten, you are not.
Fathers, if you are reading this feeling as though you have failed, it’s not too late to change. You may not be able to fix the past and erase your mistakes, but you can take small steps in the right direction. One little change today can dramatically alter the course of the next several years. Don’t be afraid to try again if you have stopped trying. We all fall down. It’s time to get back up.
Summer fun gone wrong: How to prevent a trip to the emergency room
By Kurtiss McKissick, EMT, EMS Liaison at IU Health West Hospital
Summer is the time for fireworks, barbecues, and water fun. However, these can also be potentially dangerous activities that could lead to a trip to the emergency room. Before families start planning summer fun, it is important to know simple safety steps that can prevent accidents before they happen.
Fireworks can be dangerous.
The best-case scenario is to let professionals handle the fireworks shows this summer. However, many individuals and families take matters into their own hands, especially around Independence Day. Mishandling fireworks can lead to serious burn injuries. It is important to keep fireworks and sparklers away from young children and to make sure older children are closely supervised by adults. Never use fireworks if impaired by drugs or alcohol. Wear protective eyewear to avoid eye injuries from sparks. Do not hold fireworks in your hands and never point them at another person. It may also be wise to keep a bucket of water or hose nearby to fully extinguish any accidental fires. If there is a burn injury, seek medical attention or call 911.
Simple grilling tips can prevent burn injuries.
When warmer weather hits, many people begin cooking on their grills. According to
The National Fire Protection Association, between 2014 and 2018, fire departments responded to an annual average of 8,900 home fires involving grills, hibachis, and barbecues. Simple grilling tips can help prevent fires and burn injuries. As some reminders, keep the grill at least three feet from any structures, kids, and pets. Open your gas grill before lighting. Keep an eye on your grill, fire pit, or patio torches; do not leave them unattended if they are already lit. Additionally, be sure to clean your grill after each use to remove grease that can start a fire.
Water fun can lead to an emergency department visit.
The National Safety Council reports that on average, emergency departments across the country treat about 6,400 pool and sparelated injuries in children younger than 15 every year. The younger the child, the greater the risk. Parents, never leave your child alone and consider finding age-appropriate swim lessons. Don’t let children play around drains and suction fittings. Never consume alcohol when operating a boat. For those planning on being in the water this summer, consider training in CPR and keeping a first aid kit handy.
While summer activities can be fun and lead to lasting memories, they can quickly go wrong without the proper preparation. If a serious injury does occur, call 911 or go to your local emergency department immediately.
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Tiffany Black’s masterpiece gains international recognition
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By: Peg McRoy
The National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association (NTMA) named Tiffany Black’s terrazzo floor, designed for the Clinton Airport in Little Rock, Arkansas, the 2023 Judge’s Choice Art Honor Award at its national convention in Como, Italy on May 11.
Only 17 honor awards, representing a diversity of international fields, were given by the NTMA at that convention. Only one was given in art and Black’s work was chosen.
Her terrazzo floor design, titled “Under an Arkansas Sky,” represents Arkansas flora and fauna.
Holding true to Arkansas’ nickname, “The Natural State”, an apple blossom, mockingbird, and the Diana fritillary butterfly are included within the extensive design. Each one of those images is part of the State’s insignia.
Overall, there are 16 different types of insects and twelve plants within her design. It features 50 epoxy terrazzo colors and 50 mixes of stone aggregate- including mother of pearl and recycled glass.
The inlaid design spans 20 x 90 feet between the ticketing area and the security checkpoint at the airport. Her focus in creating the design was to convey the magic of flight.
She used butterflies throughout the floor to accomplish her vision. The impact one feels while walking across the terrazzo floor is akin to an aerial view, also providing a sensation of flight.
NTMA describes it on its website as an inviting exploration and glorious celebration
of Arkansas’ natural beauty.
The terrazzo contractor was Missouri Terrazzo out of St. Louis, the general contractor was Flynco, Inc. out of Little Rock, with direction by Alliance Architecture based in Minneapolis, and management by the Via Partnership.
Black maintains that the entire team believed in her vision and encouraged her to push the limits and that she owes them a great deal of thanks.
“This award means so much to me! It’s a rare opportunity for an artist to have so much freedom when designing on this scale.”
- Artist Tiffany Black
“It was a steep learning curve to design for a medium I knew very little about, and a fantastic learning experience,” said Black. “Missouri Terrazzo was
so great to work with, and they interpreted my design beautifully. Alliance Architecture took me under their wings and shared ways to approach designing with terrazzo. Everyone involved took the time to get every detail just right, down to the color of the turquoise arch that represents Arkansas’ rivers.” Black grew up in Danville, graduated from Danville High School, and Hanover College. She is known locally for her mural “Open Window” which she designed and painted on the southside of the town square. While she travels the country designing and creating public art, she still calls Danville home.
Tiffany Black, from Danville, was recently honored in Como, Italy for her terrazzo floor design in Clinton
Tiffany Black’s terrazzo floor design for the Clinton Airport in Little Rock gives the sensation of flight from an aerial view. (Photo provided by Tiffany Black)
Town of Brownsburg updates policies and procedures for best practice
Compiled by Melissa Gibson
Town of Brownsburg updates policies and procedures for best practice
The Brownsburg Town Council met June 8 for a regular meeting at the Brownsburg Town Hall. The next meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. June 22 at 61 N. Green St., Brownsburg.
WHAT HAPPENED: During the Citizens Comment portion of the meeting, a Brownsburg resident requested a second look at the site under development at Ronald Regan and County Road 400.
WHAT IT MEANS: Referencing the Advisory Plan Commission (APC) meeting for the project, the resident asked about the functionality and safety of the current plan. Concerns about increased traffic in the area, a new school building site and discouraging drivers making a right-hand turn on County Road 400 were noted.
WHAT HAPPENED: Jodi Dickey, Director of Development Services, shared the APC report and Board of Zoning Appeals report.
WHAT IT MEANS: In addition to the reports, the council discussed the development with Dickey and requested additional means to discourage right hand turns at County Road 400. Part of the development is under the Town’s control and Sean Pabst, Director of Capital Projects and Field Operations said a berm was scheduled for the site and signs will be posted to discourage right hand turns.
WHAT HAPPENED: Town Manager Deb Cook presented a resolution regarding employee purchases.
WHAT IT MEANS: A resolution was passed amending the acquisition and use of credit cards by town employees. Cook said the resolution needed updated to include new staff. Purchases are closely monitored and approved.
WHAT HAPPENED: Aaron Kaytar, Capital Projects and Procurement Manager brought additional resolutions to the council regarding updating procedures.
WHAT IT MEANS: Another resolution was passed regarding the procedures to the public bidding process for public construction and purchases made by the Council. The update includes a streamlined process for anyone who wants to bid for a particular project. Kaytar has also updated purchasing policies; adding a standardized purchasing form and additional rules for large purchases.
WHAT HAPPENED: Dickey presented an introductory discussion regarding the rezone of Country Road 625.
WHAT IT MEANS: The property at 6310 N. County Road 635 E, south of Northfield Dr. is currently zoned as C2 (high intensity general commercial). The applicant is requesting a rezone to I2 (high intensity industrial) with the intent to construct a new trucking business with vehicle repair and outdoor storage.
Members of the Council called the project a “serious concern” with regards to semi traffic, the overall growth of the area and retail commercial sites. They didn’t feel a trucking business would be best suited in the area. The request will go through the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) before making its way back to the Council for final approval.
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With the addition of the cordless irons and cutting mats purchased with this BEF grant, safety was increased in the Family and Consumer Sciences classes at BHS. The cords on the irons serve as tripping hazards, and students have previously knocked the irons to the floor. The new cordless irons are safer and increase efficiency of the students. With the cutting mats, the non-slip ruler grips prevent the students’ quilting rulers from slipping while using the rotary cutters. These materials are used for many projects in the classroom from their patchwork lanyards and pajama pants to their favorite group project, the BEF t-shirt quilt, that is made annually for the BEF gala silent auction.
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Thanks to Brownsburg Education Foundation, our Fashion & Textiles students are safer while working on their handmade items, which include lanyards, zippered pouches, and pajama pants as well as one of our favorite products - the BEF Gala basket t-shirt quilt. They are mesmerized by the cordless irons and love that they can press their projects just about anywhere they can find. They also appreciate the finger guards and said, “Now I don’t have to worry about my fingers getting cut.”
- Beth Oburn
Just part of the $130,000 that BEF awarded in grants this past year.
Visit our website at www.brownsburgeducationfoundation.org to learn more about the grant projects funded by BEF in the 2022-2023 school year.
Notables
Compiled by Mike Beas
Brownsburg boys track and field picked up its first team state championship at the State Finals on June 2 at Indiana University, scoring 55 points to second-place Carmel’s 50, and third-place and defending state champ, Plainfield, producing 48.
Junior Dominic Calhoun won the 200-meter dash in 21.30 seconds, was second in the 100 (10.57) and anchored the record-setting 4x100 relay, which clocked a meet-record time of 40.70, and included sophomore Deandre Cooper, junior Josh Handy, and senior Caleb Heldman. Plainfield’s individual titlists were both repeat state champs in senior high-jumper Bode Gilkerson (7 foot) and senior 400-meter dash specialist Nayyir Newash-Campbell (46.98).
In the Girls State Finals, Brownsburg scored 26 points for seventh place, while Plainfield had 16 for 18th-place. Leading the Bulldogs were Paige Kirtz (third in the 400), Derrelle Rice (fourth in the 100), and the victorious 4x100 relay of Rice, Izzy Neal, London Smith and Kirtz. For the Quakers, senior pole vaulter Zoe Arvanitis took second, as did the 4x400 relay of Veronica Hargrave, Berkeley Williams, Susanna Akinwole and Ellie Stewart
The Tri-West softball program stamped its ticket for a second consecutive Class 3A state championship appearance after defeating Gibson Southern, 4-0, in the title game of the Jasper Semistate. The Bruins (27-5) pounded out a total of 11 base hits, led by senior Ava Sullivan’s three singles and two hits apiece from junior Taylor Bennett and seniors Nicole Mathews and Kendall Williams. Junior pitcher Audrey Lowry supplied a double at the plate and allowed only three hits on the hill, striking out 12 batters.
In the morning semifinal, Tri-West scored an 8-1 decision over Beech Grove with Lowry tossing a two-hitter and striking out 14. She also had two doubles, while Mathews contributed three hits and drove in three of her team’s runs. McKenzie Walters and Emma Frye each stole a base for the Bruins.
Hendricks County ICONIC Athlete TWO FOR THE ROAD
Plainfield senior Newash-Campbell repeats as state 400-meter champion
By Mike Beas
Don’t look now, but Philadelphia-born Nayyir Newash-Campbell is two months removed from taking his life full-circle.
Or, shall we say, full-oval.
The recent Plainfield High School graduate, who earlier this month repeated as the 400-meter champion at the Boys State Track & Field Meet, will continue his academic and athletic pursuits at the University of Pennsylvania.
The Penn campus is located in Philly.
Newash-Campbell, who considers his finish his biggest strength in the 400, treated his Quakers career in such a fashion, his time of 46.98 seconds establishing a new State Meet standard (Merrillville senior David Neville is the only other 46er, his 46.99-second run in 2002 being the previous meet record).
Since 1980, the first season in which meters were used instead of yards in Indiana high school track and field, Newash-Campbell is only the fifth repeat 400-meter champion, joining Columbus North’s Lee Bridges (1984-85), Lawrence North’s Ryan Hayden (1988-89), Gary Wallace’s Robert Gardner (2007-08) and Indianapolis Marshall’s Stoney Prowell (2014-15).
As a junior, Newash-Campbell’s winning time was 47.45 seconds.
In all, he completed his prep track career as a seven-time State Meet medalist having also competed in the 200-meter dash and anchoring Plainfield’s 4x400 relay.
“Nayyir works at it. He likes to be good, and he wanted that state record,” said Plainfield coach Brian Pelkey. “He hasn’t been beat in the 400 since his sophomore year. But even when he was out for a week-and-a-half during the regular season with a back injury, he helped coach the team.”
Newash-Campbell, who established the state’s all-time fastest time (46.67) at the Plainfield Sectional, is also an outstanding student as evidenced by his 4.1 grade-point average.
He did a Q&A with ICON:
Q: The 400-meter dash is one of the sport’s most-difficult events. What do you love about it?
A: I would say the main thing is the feeling you have after the race. Kids tend to stay away from the 400, so that leaves some of the toughest people to do the event. It’s about being mentally strong enough to do it.
Q: What was your initial reaction when you saw your time of 46.98 seconds at the State Meet?
A: Honestly, I was kind of surprised because it definitely wasn’t my best race. It was really hot that day, and that race was after my 200 prelim race. It feels really amazing, and I can thank my coaches and my parents for helping me get there.
Q: Now that you’ve graduated from Plainfield High School, what are your future plans?
A: I’m going to the University of Pennsylvania. It will just set me up best education-wise, and I’m thinking of majoring in business.
Q: After securing a total of seven medals at the State Meet over the past three seasons, what would you like your athletic legacy to be at Plainfield High School?
A: I would definitely say I would like to be remembered, and for kids to understand they can have good grades and be a good athlete. I feel the classroom really helps me keep a balanced lifestyle.
Nayyir Newash-Campbell: Two-time Boys 400-Meter state champion. (Submitted photo )
ICONIC brief
B&O Trail opens, connects town of Speedway to Indianapolis
On June 5, The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Speedway Trails Association (STA) opened the recently completed B&O Trail extension in the town of Speedway and city of Indianapolis. The new 1.9-mile asphalt multi-use rail trail was constructed by STA with help from a $4.9 million Next Level Trails (NLT) grant. The recently completed project extends the existing B&O Trail in Speedway to the east and west. The eastern extension adds 1.7 miles of new trail from Allison Way to Michigan Street in Haughville. The western extension includes a new bridge over Eagle Creek that extends the existing trail 0.2 miles west to High School Road. The final connection to downtown Indianapolis will be a 1.0-mile protected bike lane along the improved Michigan Street corridor. The bike lane, which is under construction, is scheduled for completion in early 2024. The project’s next phase of development, which is scheduled for completion in 2025, includes extending the B&O Trail west from High School Road 0.7 miles to meet the B&O Trail Association’s (BOTA) NLT project that will extend the existing 7.5-mile B&O Trail that begins at Raceway Road and runs through Hendricks County. For more information, visit on.IN.gov/NextLevelTrails.
Hendricks County students make Wabash College dean’s list
Wabash College has announced that 25 Hendricks County students are on the dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester. They are: Giancarlo Barker, Avon; Samuel Comer, Danville; Garrett Dalton, Brownsburg; Haiden Diemer-McKinney, Brownsburg; Curtis Faughnan, Brownsburg; Braden Gendron, Plainfield; Brayden Goodnight, Brownsburg; Ethan Hurt, Brownsburg; Mitchell Keeling, North Salem; William Keeling, North Salem; Quinn Leous, Pittsboro; Dane Market, Plainfield; Mason Naaman, Plainfield; Gavin Pierson, Brownsburg; Braden Potters, Clayton; Roy Reynolds, Avon; Christopher Runyon, Brownsburg; Samuel Shockley, Avon; Harry Snyder, Plainfield; Ethan Sparks, Coatesville; Vaughn Taylor, Brownsburg; Reis Thomas, Brownsburg; Zane Thomas, Danville; Olivier Tuyishime, Brownsburg; and Connor Wakefield, Avon. These students are among the 371 dean’s list students who maintained a 3.5 grade point average or better on a 4.0 point scale.
HCCF awards a grant of $15,345 to Hendricks County Senior Services
The Hendricks County Community Foundation (HCCF) recently awarded Hendricks County Senior Services $15,345 to purchase dehumidifiers for the HVAC system. The dehumidifiers will improve the comfort of guests, especially those who exercise at the Senior Center during the summer months. The grant was made from the Raths Family Fund, a Donor Advised Fund at HCCF. Older adults and family caregivers trust Hendricks County Senior Services to provide a variety of supportive services that help seniors maintain their independence and health. The mission of Hendricks County Senior Services is to “Empower older adults for personal independence, healthy aging, social connection, and lifelong learning in Hendricks County.” For more information, call (317) 268-6240 or visit hendrickscountycf.org.
National Powwow Celebration returns to Hendricks County July 6-9
The 33,000 sq. ft. Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex is designed to meet any of your social meeting needs: banquets, meetings, seminars or wedding events - we can do it all! Our friendly and knowledgable staff are ready to make your event worry-free and memorable!
From July 6-9, the Danville 4-H Fairgrounds is going to be filled with the spirit and culture of our American Indian people. With traditional dances, crafts, singing, and skills demonstrations, the event will allow attendees to gain education and appreciation for the customs and culture of American Indians.
The National Powwow Celebration has been held every three years since its origin in 1969. It has been held across several different states in the U.S. before coming to Danville in 2011. Since then, Indiana has become the home for the festival, with the 4-H fairgrounds being a perfect location to host this event. This year is particularly special for the Powwow since the event had to be canceled three years ago due to the pandemic. The normal three year waiting period has stretched to six and participants are anxious to join in the festivities once again.
SPECIAL FEATURES
• Nine conference classrooms and boardrooms
• Complete commercial kitchen
• Demonstration kitchen
• 12,000 sq. ft. multi-purpose auditorium
• 24’ x 36’ stage
• Easy load-in areas with overhead door
• High ceilings
• Epoxy covered flooring
• ADA accessibility
One of the big highlights of the powwow is the dancing that takes place in the evenings. In addition to being able to watch trained dancers performing traditional powwow dancing, guests can also participate in the dancing themselves during the “intertribal” period. At that time, an attendee can dance and enjoy the music in everyday attire.
Near the dancing area will be an encampment with full-sized tipis, or “lodges,” that will contain items that would be used on a daily basis by American Indians living on the plains . These will be made with authentic materials including poles that are up to 25 feet long and canvas material wrapped around them. The diameter of the tipis will be from 18-24 feet. A contest will decide the most impressive tipi of the group.
Throughout the event, guests will have the opportunity to participate in interactive activities that will not only entertain, but provide real skills and education. From craftmaking to primitive skills demonstrations, there is a wealth of knowledge to be shared and enjoyed for adults and kids alike.
“What you’ll see at the National Powwow is cultural appreciation for the American Indian culture and powwow dancing today,” remarked Jeff Brewer, Marketing/Media Coordinator for the event.
A few other highlights of the event will include a special dance to honor Veterans, a national craft contest, and the crowning of the National Powwow Princess. Gates open at 8:30a.m. daily. Admission is $8 daily for adults, $5 for youth ages 6-12, while children under 5 get in free. A four-day pass is $20 for adults and $15 for youth 6-12. For more information and a full schedule of events, visit the National Powwow website at www.NationalPowwow.com. After six long years, it’s back!
(Above) Traditional dress and dances teach the customs and culture of American Indians. (Below) Tipis, or “lodges”, contain typical items that would have been used by American Indians. (Submitted photo)
Dancing with the Hendricks County Stars brings the largest audience to date
By Deanna Hindsley
Dancing with the Hendricks County Stars was alight with Black & White on May 20 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds Expo Hall as dancers competed for an audience of 530, the largest ever. The evening included a silent auction with a great variety, a dinner catered by The Coachman, and a dessert dash of beautiful and delicious offerings. Dancers were Jenna Berry, Danville Regional Rehab (ASC Community); Monet Bowling, Hendricks Regional Health; Joe Brooks of Sheltering Wings; Kristy Cheek, Bogan Eye Care; Brett Clark, Hendricks County Sheriff, retired; McKenzie Crose, McKenzie Crose Insurance Agency; Dianne Frewer, A Fitting Creation; Joe Hefenberger, IH Health West; Angela Jennings, The Edge Salon; Jeremy Miers, Brownsburg Meadows (ASC Community); and Kevin Miller, North Salem State Bank.
Beginning in January, dancers took lessons at Arthur Murray Dance Center, Avon in preparation for the performances.
Event co-chair, Robin Pickett said, “Just when we thought it couldn’t get any better than last year, these dancers brought out all the star power performances and fundraising!”
Brett Clark and Monet Bowling tied for Best Dancer. Top Fundraiser was Kevin Miller, with Brett Clark as Fundraiser Special Recognition. People’s Choice, by vote of the audience, was Monet Bowling.
Title Sponsor American Senior Communities and Special Recognition Sponsor Hendricks Regional Health supported the evening event as well as several others.
“This event allows us to go ahead with the upgrades to the storage house, and to pay for things like memberships to museum organizations that help us to preserve what we have and share with others, in person and on the internet,” said museum president, Pat Baldwin.
Next year’s “Dancing with the Hendricks County Stars” is planned for May 4, 2024.
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(Left) Brett Clark and Monet Bowling tied for Best Dancer. (Right) Kevin Miller, Top Fundraiser. (Submitted photos)
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IU Health West Names Chief Nursing Officer
Hendricks County native Kapri Ames, MSN, RN, NE-BC, CPC, has been selected to serve as chief nursing officer at Indiana University Health West Hospital.
Ames, who has been with the organization for more than two decades, joined IU Health West in 2011 as manager of operations for the hospital’s adult inpatient medical unit. During her tenure, she served as IU Health West’s first general medicine service line director, aligning the emergency department, observation, adult inpatient and ICU teams to help build inter-departmental collaboration and support patient flow.
At the end of 2019, Ames became IU Health West’s first associate chief nursing officer with an eye toward facility-wide operational improvement opportunities. Ames was instrumental in supporting the teams through the COVID-19 pandemic response, where IU Health West was one of the first hospitals in the state to manage a COVID-19 patient surge in early 2020, and experienced multiple subsequent surges through early 2022.
“I am thrilled and honored to serve the IU Health West team and community in this way. Every week, with rare exception, I have a friend, neighbor, family member or acquaintance receiving care here and
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I am confident in and proud of the care they receive by our teams,” Ames said. Ames is an IU School of Nursing alumni and received her master’s degree in nursing from the University of Indianapolis. She is passionate about talent development both within the walls of the hospital and out in the community. She currently serves as an advisory board member for Wayne Township School’s Area 31 Career Center and the Chamberlain School of Nursing.
Danville’s Evan Lawrence headed to the Big 10
Evan Lawrence, an upcoming senior at Danville Community High School, will be a member of Indiana University’s football team following graduation. Evan attended a Mega Camp in Bloomington in June. His offer of a full scholarship came shortly after. He had already landed offers from Indiana State, Illinois State, Eastern Michigan, Ball State and Ashland University. Lawrence is the fifth generation of family to attend Danville Schools. He is a three-sport athlete standout. He comes from an athletic family. His parents, David and Jennifer (Krause) Lawrence, graduated from Rose-Hulman where his mother has been inducted into the Hall
of Fame for volleyball and still holds 18 school records. His father was a stand out in basketball and track. His Sister, Katie, who was a volleyball player, attends Grace College. His grandparents are David and Sherree Krause of Danville and Richard and Patricia Dalton from Brownsburg. Evan is 6’7” 255lbs and will play on the offensive line at IU. He is also on the varsity basketball team which won sectionals the last two seasons. It earned him a spot on the IBCA/IHSAA Underclass Showcase. He averaged 13 pts and 9.5 rebounds. Lawrence is the Sagamore Conference Champion for Shot Put for the Danville Track Team.
Kapri Ames, MSN, RN, NE-BC, CPC (Photo provided by IU Health)
COMMUNITY
Library Events 6/16-6/30
Summer has arrived and with it comes summer reading lists. Luckily, Hendricks County public libraries offer events for families to check off their reading lists and fun for all ages.
Avon
The Avon Public Library offers weekly events for residents of all ages. This year’s summer reading challenge runs until June 21 and offers prizes as more books are read. Friends of the Library is hosting a book sale from 9am to 3pm on June 24.
Every Tuesday at 10 am, the library’s Ms. Ciara offers storytime for children ages three to five. Parents must stay in the building during this event.
Ms. Ciara will also host Investigation Discovery every Tuesday from 2pm to 3pm for first through fourth graders. This event offers S.T.E.M. activities for children.
Each Wednesday, the library hosts the Lego Challenge Club. First through fourth graders are encouraged to bring their imagination and try to complete each week’s Lego challenge.
Miss Jackie will be hosting this year’s Crafty Kids event. This event takes place every Monday from 2pm to 3pm and every Friday from 10am to 11am.
Every Friday night from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, families are encouraged to join family board game night. Families can bring their own board games or use library provided games.
Brownsburg
The Brownsburg Public Library offers their Crouching Tigers Club for children of different age ranges throughout each week. This club offers fitness activities and martial arts lessons.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday the library offers Family Time Summer. This event encourages parents and their children ages three and younger to participate in activities and explore together. Events will feature outdoor activities except for inclement weather.
On June 28, from 10am to 11am, the library will offer the World Record Breakers club. Children Kindergarten to fifth grade can participate in attempts to break world records. This event fills up
quickly so registering early is essential. Author Mindy McGinnis will stop by the library on June 29 from 2pm to 3pm. She will discuss her novels The Initial Insult and The Last Laugh.
Danville
The Danville Public Library will offer preschool storytime every Tuesday from 10am to 10:30am. Each Monday at 10am, the library will offer a lesson of animals from a different country, hosted by Miss Maddie.
Family story time will be held every Wednesday at 10am and every Thursday at 2pm. This event is for parents with children ages preschool through fifth grade.
On June 20 from 6pm to 7pm, Wright Realtors will present an informational course on buying and selling houses.
The library will host a foam party at Ellis Park on June 30 from 11am to noon. Foam machines will spray foam, so children should be prepared to get wet.
Plainfield
The Plainfield Public Library offers daily themed activities throughout the week. On Mondays starting at 12:30, they will host Make-It-Mondays which offers themed crafts. Monday at 12:30 will also feature Movie Mondays. Tuesdays feature Tech Tuesday for teens to play with computers and video games. Every Wednesday afternoon, a new craft will be offered. Flashback Friday will feature a classic movie for teens.
Family Nature Night will be held on June 21 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Children ages 10 and up are encouraged to attend with their parents. Tablets will be provided for use, but parents can download the “Seek” free app on their smartphones.
On June 24 from 2pm to 2:30pm, the library will offer a Toys for Shelter Dogs event. The toys made at this event will be donated to local animal shelters.
Help us salute and support those who have served and who preserve freedom.
Celebrate the service of local military veterans, police and firefighters . with an ICONic 2023 Faces of Freedom ad and photo. Go to myhcicon.com/freedomad to place your order with your honoree’s photo and a message of up to 50 words or call (317) 451-4088.
Thank you, John! We are so proud of you. We appreciate all you do for our family, this community and our country. Your bravery and sacrifice make our world a better place! Love, Your Family!
Freedom Deadline is June 21. Cost is $25 and will run in the July 1st edition
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JUNE
AVON
FORtheRECORD - HC OBITUARIES
AVON
Stephen A. Albaugh
Stephen A. Albaugh, 76, passed away June 3, 2023. He was born Sept. 11, 1946. Services were held June 10. Jones Family Mortuary, Mooresville, was entrusted with the arrangements.
Alyssa R. Hawkins
Alyssa R. Hawkins, 22, passed away May 27, 2023. She was born March 23, 2001. Services were held June 5 at Stevens Mortuary, Indianapolis.
Janet R. Kluesener
Janet R. Kluesener, 90, passed away June 1, 2023. She was born Jan. 11, 1933. Services were held June 7 at HamptonGentry Funeral Home, Plainfield.
Robert J. Rairdon
Robert J. Rairdon, 86, passed away June 4, 2023. He was born Aug. 31, 1936. Services were held June 8 at Hall-Baker Funeral Home, Plainfield. Contributions may be made to the Dementia Society of America.
Steven J. Schorling
Steven J. Schorling, 80, passed away June 5, 2023. He was born Aug. 31, 1942. Services were held June 9 at Conkle Funeral Home, Avon.
Veronica R. Velikan
Veronica R. Velikan, 80, passed away May 31, 2023. She was born May 8, 1943. Services were held June 3 at Stevens Mortuary, Indianapolis. Contributions may be made to the
Carolyn “Corky” Andretti
Carolyn “Corky” Andretti, 81, passed away May 28, 2023. She was born Feb. 27, 1942. Services were held June 6 at Stevens Mortuary, Indianapolis. Contributions may be made to the CheckIt4Andretti Foundation.
Florence “Ducky” Donner
Florence “Ducky” Donner, 100, passed away May 26, 2023. She was born Feb. 20, 1923. A private ceremony was held. Contributions may be made to Calvary United Methodist Church.
Jeffrey E. Faust
Jeffrey E. Faust, 62, passed away June 1, 2023. He was born Sept. 14, 1960. Services will be held at a later date.
Brook A. Ferguson
Brook A. Ferguson, 61, passed away May 31, 2023. He was born Aug. 23, 1961. Services were held June 7 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg.
Ladonna
Gilbert
Ladonna Gilbert, 94, passed away May 23, 2023. She was born Jan. 28, 1929. Private services were held. Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Pittsboro, was entrusted with the arrangements.
Michael B. Such
Michael B. Such, 66, passed away June 4, 2023. He was born Nov. 19, 1956. Services were held June 12 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg. Contributions may be made to Connection Pointe Christian Church of the Bear Hugs Giving Foundation.
DANVILLE
Jerry L. Chappell
Jerry L. Chappell, 84, passed away May 25, 2023. He was born Nov. 19, 1938. Services were held June 2. Baker Funeral Home, Danville, was entrusted with the arrangements. Contributions may be made to Northview Christian Church.
Linda B. Griffin
Linda B. Griffin, 69, passed away May 28, 2023. She was born July 30, 1953. Services were held June 1 at Baker Funeral Home, Danville. Contributions may be made to the I.U. Cancer Center.
Norwood G. Pritchett
Norwood G. Pritchett, 93, passed away June 5, 2023. He was born Feb. 2, 1930. Services were held June 9. Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Pittsboro, was entrusted with the arrangements. Contributions may be made to New Brunswick Church of Christ.
Patty L. Swisher
Patty L. Swisher, 81, passed away June 6, 2023. She was born July 8, 1941. Services were held June 10 at Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Pittsboro.
Betty Wing
Betty Wing, 91, passed away May 28, 2023. She was born Dec. 23, 1931. Services were held June 1 at Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Pittsboro.
PITTSBORO
Robert A. Benge
Robert A. Benge, 84, passed away June 2, 2023. He was born Oct. 2, 1938. Services were held June 13. Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg, was entrusted with the arrangements. Contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or the National Kidney Foundation.
PLAINFIELD
Randal L. Cagle
Randal L. Cagle, 73, passed away June 6, 2023. He was born Oct. 23, 1949. No services will be held at this time. Contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Awareness
Steven Tucek
Steven Tucek, 68, passed away June 6, 2023. He was born April 5, 1955. Services will be announced at a later date.
COMMUNITY
Sharing the Passion of Racing
By Peg McRoy
Briana Mulvihill,
executive director of the Wings & Wheels Foundation, has lived most of her life in and around racetracks. Her brother was a junior dragster and then moved up to go-carts.
Why is that important to Mulvihill’s current position? Her brother’s passion for racing meant Mulvihill grew up a member of a racing family. In the world of racing, that means something.
“I remember being in the shop and hanging out with my dad,” said Mulvihill. “It wasn’t uncommon for us to go to and watch races on the weekends. We have always been a racing family. Racing is a family sport.”
at the right time, and met the right people, Mark and Alora McAlister.
“They have a heart for helping people,” said Mulvihill. “They are fantastic. They started the foundation because they saw a need in the kids who are into racing, have amazing talent, but don’t come from money. It has become a highly expensive sport. The foundation addresses that need and helps kids who have the raw talent move up to the next level.”
“They started the foundation because they saw a need in the kids who are into racing, have amazing talent, but don’t come from money.”
The Wings & Wheels Foundation was formed in the past couple of years by Mark and Alora McAlister. The main goal of their foundation is to help, fund, and train young racers, making it the perfect spot for Mulvihill to step in and take the lead.
Mulvihill, who has a background in nonprofits and has worked as an EMT at the track, calls her position with Wings & Wheels a God thing. She says that she was at the right place,
Alora attributes her excitement for bringing the foundation to fruition to when her husband, Mark, suggested they create it to help the next generation of racers.
“Mark talked about putting this foundation together to protect and encourage the next generation of racers,” said Alora. “They need to be looked after and racing is the perfect vehicle to help train our future leaders.”
The McAlisters value everything that Mulvihill brings to her position.
“Briana has been very instrumental in perfecting and growing it (the Wheels & Wings
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Foundation). She is really the power behind the growth and success that we are already experiencing,” said Alora. “We are very blessed to have her. We have her and her family because they are 100% behind her and they are very much involved in the foundation. They are as passionate about the foundation as we are. We not only get her, we get her family too.”
Kids generally start out racing go-carts. As they get older, they can progress to sprint cars or another level of go-carts. Each level gets more expensive. The most common route out of go-carts is open wheel racing. The feeder series leads up to the minor and major leagues. The foundation can fit anywhere within that stratus helping young drivers by teaching them how to market, fundraise, and obtain sponsors.
In addition to training young drivers on the financial side of their sport, they offer “seat time” too. A driver development program is also offered. Many kids just need seat time to practice and test. They take these young racers to the Kart Circuit Autobahn in Joliet, Illinois where they can get into a car, have seat time (drive laps) and practice.
Mulvihill never aspired to be a race driver. She started out as a paramedic in 2014. And, guess where? The ambulance company she worked for had a contract with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). Every year she worked at the IMS and discovered that her love of racing had never waivered and only grew with every step she took at the track.
It is also where she met another love of her life, Ray Mulvihill. Ray is a firefighter with Washington Township located just west of Indianapolis. He is on the fire team at IMS.
Appropriately enough, they got engaged on the yard of bricks during the first Red Bull Air Race at the IMS.
Briana and Ray live in Danville with their three kids, Aiden 16, Lorelai 14, and Drew 12.
“I am so lucky because I could not do what I do without Ray’s support,” said Mulvihill. “He is onboard with everything I do. He believes in the mission just as much as the rest of us at the Wings & Wheels Foundation.”
Mulvihill has been on the job long enough now to really sink her teeth into all the possibilities the foundation offers. One of her top priorities is getting the word out to more young talented racers.
To learn more about Wings & Wheels go to wingsandwheels.com
Briana Mulvihill (Photo by Catherine Myers)
Briana Mulvihill, Executive Director; Alora & Mark McAlister, Founders, Wings & Wheels (Submitted photo)
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR AVON GRADUATE EMMA ENNEN
By Mike Beas
The margin separating one’s adolescence from the start of his or her decades-long journey as an adult is thinner than most album covers.
Having recently graduated from Avon High School, this is where Emma Ennen lives – albeit temporarily.
In August, Ennen begins her freshman year at Vincennes University where she plans to major in natural resources and environmental science.
Once on campus, she won’t lack for things to do.
After all, remaining busy is something of a family tradition. And, quite frankly, an Emma Ennen tradition.
“I was always active when I was a young kid,” said Ennen. “I’m just used to it. All of my family is that way. I get it from my parents (Brent and Beth), and my sisters (Carlee and Megan), too.
“College is mainly, like, on your time, so I can plan on which activities I’m going to do. I’m pretty sure I’ll be in theatre. I like to be in the background. Backstage. You get to meet the actors, and work with props, too.”
While at Avon, Ennen lettered in both band and theatre, and was an honor member of her school’s thespian troupe #8320 through the International Thespian Society (ITS).
Ennen’s love of history enabled her to be selected as a 2022 Hendricks County Delegate for the Indiana Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. through Hendricks Power Cooperative (HPC).
The recent AHS grad’s gold-and-black school jacket is
perhaps the ultimate billboard promoting her many varied interests.
Mixed in with band and theatre-related patches, is a green-and-white 4-H patch, and even one expressing her heartfelt affection for New York City.
In terms of both interests and geography, Ennen has come a long way in a relatively short period of time.
In May of 2004, the family moved to Avon having previously lived in Terre Haute.
Two days later, Emma was born.
As she grew older, Ennen became active in 4-H starting in third-grade, and has been involved ever since. Her roles within 4-H the past decade have ranged from showing rabbits to archery to poultry to cats to being a junior leader.
While at Avon High School, Ennen was part of the Avon marching band (playing either trumpet or mellophone), the school’s history club, and Hendricks County civic theatre.
On June 19, she starts her job as a camp counselor at the Indianapolis Zoo.
Like she said. Busy.
And though there is such a thing as too much of a good thing, those closest to Ennen don’t advise her to pump the brakes on the things that interest her.
“My husband and I have definitely encouraged the girls to participate in activities,” said Beth Ennen. “Find that one activity you love and stay focused.
“Emma is fair game for any opportunity that comes her way. She’s very organized, so that helps with her time management skills.”
Emma Ennen winning at the 4-H Fair. (Submitted photo)
EVENTScalendar
JUNE
16-18
Friday - Sunday
Stars and Stripes Challenge
9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, 10267 E. U.S. Highway 136, Brownsburg. Stars and Stripes Challenge is a summer celebration of junior drag racing!
16-18
Friday - Sunday
The Modern Vintage Market: Summer Vibes
3 - 8 p.m., Hendricks County Power Expo Hall, 1900 E. Main St., Danville Price: $5 - 20. The Modern Vintage Market is where modern meets vintage! With booth after booth featuring vintage, antiques, architectural salvage, home & garden decor, boutique clothing & jewelry, handmades, live music and more! themodernvintagemarket.com/
16 Friday
Movies in the Park: Luca
6 p.m. Movies in the park are the perfect way to relax at the park with a great film! Movies begin at 7:30 p.m. brownsburg. org/561/Movies-in-the-Park
16 Friday
Summer Concert Series
7 - 9 p.m., Murphy Aquatic Park, 753 S. County Road E., Avon. Enjoy the concert and swim! Pool chairs will be available, but bringing your own is suggested. Washingtontwpparks.org
17 Saturday
Pittsboro Parks Department Movie Night
8:30 - 11 p.m., Scamahorn Park, 130 E. Main St., Pittsboro. Each evening features a great family movie under the Indiana summer sky. Movies start at dusk. facebook.com/ pittsboroindianaparksandrecreation
21 Wednesday
Summer Fun Run and Walk
4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Hummel Park, 1500 S. Center St., Plainfield. Price: $35 per person, $100 for a family of four. Participants can go throughout the week when it’s convenient for them or join each Wednesday evening from 4:30 - 6:30 and run or walk with other park lovers. This event is a fundraiser to support the Parks Foundation of Hendricks County. https://pfohc.org/
22 -24 Thursday - Saturday
66th Hazelwood Fish Fry
5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 4 p.m. Saturday,
Hazelwood Community Association, 10042 S. County Road 0, Clayton. Garden tractor pulls will take place on Thursday, Friday there will be horse pulls, and on Saturday there will be large tractor pulls. Indulge in great food and homemade desserts and enjoy games and the carnival rides! facebook.com/
22 Thursday
Cruise-In at North Salem Farmers Market
5 - 7:30 p.m., Downtown North Salem. Join for vendors, food trucks, music and more. facebook.com/farmersmarketnorthsalem/
23-25 Friday - Sunday
American Motor Racing Association
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, 10267 E. U.S. Highway 136, Brownsburg. The American Motorcycle Racing Association was formed over 35 years ago and is the oldest sanctioned association that is exclusively dedicated to American made, V-Twin based motorcycle drag racing in the world! Amralive.com
23 Friday
The Amazing Chemistry Show
7 - 9 p.m., Kingsway Christian Church, 7981 E. County Road 100 N., Avon. Kids and adults alike will enjoy this entertaining production filled with fireballs, colored foam, liquid nitrogen, and glow-in-the-dark solutions. Join before the show (4:30-6:30 p.m.) for an optional, hands-on, family experience, science walkthrough. You and your child will get to experience over 100 different stations ranging from Magnet Mania to launching cardstock rockets. Kingswaychurch.churchcenter.com
23 Friday
The KJP
8 - 11 p.m., The Coachman Restaurant and Lounge, 6112 Cambridge Way, Plainfield. With a piano and some guitars, the KJP takes your favorite songs on a musical joyride. Using a looper, The Kevin Jones Project gives you a show like none other. facebook.com/ loopingtunes
24 Saturday
Hendricks County Ribfest & BBQ
10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main St., Danville. No admission, $5 parking fee. Hendricks County Rib-Fest & BBQ features entertainment, games for kids, lots of food, and fireworks! Local restaurants compete for “best ribs” & “best sauce” bragging rights as judged by the local tasters. There will also be a Rib-Run and Balloon Glow. avonchamber.org/hendrickscounty-rib-fest.html
24 Saturday
2nd Annual Craft Fair
9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main St., Danville. The Plainfield Lions Club is holding its 2nd Annual Craft Fair in association with the Hendricks County Rib-Fest & BBQ. plainfieldlionsindiana. weebly.com
29 Thursday
Summer Soundtracks: Ladyland
5 - 7 p.m., Town Hall Green, 61 N. Green St., Brownsburg. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from Central Indiana’s favorite food trucks. Brownsburg Books & Brews will also host a beer and wine garden for adults 21 and older. Brownsburg.org
29 - July 4
July 4th Extravaganza
5 - 11 p.m., Arbuckle Acres Park, 200 N. Green St., Brownsburg. The Brownsburg Lions Club will this event which includes hrilling rids, fun games, and delicious food including the Brownsburg Lions Club Kitchen and Corn Tent. The parade route will start at the Brownsburg High School, going north on O’Dell to Tilden; turn left on Tilden and continue South Green Street; at South Green Street turn right and go north; Parade continues to Enderly, where the band and horses turn left; other units turn right. brownsburgparks.com/brownsburgjuly-4/
JULY
1 Saturday
Fitness in the Park
8:30 - 9:30 a.m., W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park, 4521 Gibbs Road, Danville. Try a different fitness class on the first Saturday of each month with this free one-hour introduction to a varying style of fitness. facebook.com/ HCPandR
1 Saturday
Night at the Park
6 - 10 p.m., Avon Town Hall Park, 6570 E. U.S. Highway 36, Avon. The Town of Avon and the Avon Parks and Recreation Department will celebrate an early 4th of July with free fireworks, face painting, pony rides, animal show, music entertainment and food trucks on site. avonindiana.gov/nightatthepark
2 Sunday
Summer Concert Series
7 - 9 p.m., Murphy Aquatic Park, 753 S. County Road 625 E., Avon. Gates open at 6 p.m., so arrive early to secure a spot. Pool chairs will be available, but bringing your own is suggested. washingtontwpparks.org/programs.html
3 Monday
Full Moon Hike
10 p.m., Pecar Park, Campsite #9, 5203 E. County Road 150 N., Avon. Cost: $4 per person. See the Buck Moon during this hike. washingtontwpparks.org
4 Tuesday
Food Trucks & Fireworks
6 - 10 p.m., Danville High School, 100 Warrior Way, Danville. Join 8 food Truckin’ Friend for Food Trucks and Fireworks brought to you by the Danville Chamber of Commerce & Friend of Fred. Free admission and parking. Family Fun zone that includes bounce houses, giant jenga, giant connect 4, corn hole, football toss, and more! danvillechamber.org/family-4thfest
6 Thursday
Summer Movie Series: DC League of Super-Pets
8 p.m. movie starts, The Shops at Perry Crossing, Town Square, 2499 Perry Crossing Way, Plainfield. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and enjoy a free family-friendly movie under the stars. Pre-show activities start at 6 p.m. perry-crossing.com/events/movie-series
6-9
Thursday - Sunday
National Powwow
All day, Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main St., Danville. Native American Powwow and cultural celebration including four days of inter-tribal dancing and singing, educational workshops, craft and food vendors, craft contest, tipi village, parade, princess contest and a kids’ powwow. nationalpowwow.com
8 Saturday
Pittsboro Parks Department Bluegrass Festival
2 - 7 p.m., Scamahorn Park, 100 Legion Dr., Pittsboro. The second annual Pittsboro Parks Department Bluegrass Festival takes place at Scamahorn Park and will feature three of the finest Bluegrass bands in the Midwest. townofpittsboro.org/pittsboro-parks
15 Saturday
Heritage Hilly
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. check-in, Heritage Lake Clubhouse, 1000 Clubhouse Dr., Coatesville. The race starts at 1 p.m. at Lincoln Hill Beach. Participants will be shuttled via boat ride or golf cart to the starting point. Fee: $30 per person. RaceEntry.com/heritage-hilly-5k-runand-walk/race-information, HeritageHilly@ gmail.comtownofpittsboro.org/pittsboroparks
Turn your heavy baggage into litotes
By Curtis Honeycutt
It’s someone’s job to name new medications. Drug Company A approaches Marketing Company B and says, “Hey, we’ve got this new drug. It makes people happy in the short run, but they’ll still have to deal with all their baggage in the long run. And, boy, does it have a ton of side effects!”
Marketing Company B comes back with “Litotes: the medicine that makes your baggage feel lighter. May cause ironic understatements that convey affirmations by negating their opposites. Use as directed.”
Do I wish people would pay me to come up with new medication names? Yes, I do. Did I just introduce today’s English language topic through a funny hypothetical situation? Also yes.
You may be thinking, “Boy, he’s not the sharpest tool in the shed.” Great — that’s a litote! Also, my reply to your retort is, “You’re not wrong about that.” Yes, folks, that was another litote. Sometimes you have to be light on your toes to notice them.
In the above examples, I expressed positive statements by canceling out their opposites. Litotes flip negative meanings around to create a positive statement. By saying, “He’s not the sharpest tool in the shed,” you’re implying I am dull. And when I reply, “You’re not wrong about that,” I’m
ICONIC brief
suggesting that you are correct in your rude (albeit astute) accusation.
Litotes are all around us. In my opinion, litotes are brilliant literary devices. In case you don’t recall, a literary device is a technique used by writers to enrich their writing and elicit specific responses from the reader. In the case of litotes, a writer (or speaker) is often conveying ironic or sarcastic humor. Not bad at all.
We get the word “litote” from the Greek word “litotes,” which means “plainness” or “simplicity.” It’s not rocket science once you think about it.
When I think of litotes, I hear the voice and tone of David Spade in my head. It’s a dry, witty way of actually conveying something positive. What did you think of the play? Well, I didn’t hate it. In fact, it wasn’t bad at all. It certainly wasn’t the worst play I’ve seen this week. The lead actor certainly wasn’t subtle in his performance, though. OK, you get the idea at this point.
I’m a fan of litotes. Before using litotes, just make sure to consult your doctor to see if litotes are right for you. When you only want to be a little positive, try litotes.
Curtis Honeycutt is a syndicated humor columnist. He is the author of Good Grammar is the Life of the Party: Tips for a Wildly Successful Life . Find more at curtishoneycutt.com.
HCCF Completes Comprehensive Review of Scholarship Process
The Hendricks County Community Foundation announced the completion of a comprehensive review of its Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP). Since 1998, the Community Foundation has partnered with Lilly Endowment Inc. to offer LECSP. This scholarship provides full tuition to an accredited public or private nonprofit college or university in Indiana and a yearly stipend for required books and equipment. HCCF’s review of the LECSP is in part a result of its recent initiative to promote Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in the community. The Community Foundation launched a DEI Committee to review its activities, policies, and programs and promote inclusion and non-discrimination for all who live, work, and visit Hendricks County. As a part of this work, HCCF recognized the value of a balanced and equitable recipient selection process for HCCF’s scholarships. All of HCCF’s scholarships will go live on Aug. 1. For more information, visit hendrickscountycf.org/for-our-community/scholarships/lilly-scholars.
GRAMMAR GUY
Thunder, on a Pacers
More competent
Andy Mohr Kia model 17 Brew in a Jefferson County city? 19 Col. Lilly 20 Leaning Tower town
Con game 22 Brian Wilkes weather
word
OPEC nation 24 To ___ his own 27 Puncture in an I-65 city? 34 TV type 35 Numerical prefix 36 Indianapolis Indians stat 37 Ness
38 I-465, e.g., briefly 39 Roman robe 40 Woolly mama 41 Gaucho’s lasso 43 Kind of cord
45 Barrel maker in an I-69 city?
48 Lip-puckering 49 ___ and downs 50 Mideast land 53 Analogy words 55 Sports grp. with an office on the Downtown Canal Walk 59 Scoundrel 60 Toilets in a Dubois County city?
63 “Evita” role 64 Those opposed 65 IRT or PU, e.g. 66 Rep. rival 67 “It ___ me!” 68 French impressionist
Genie’s home
Trendy berry
Silent assents
Indianapolis Opera high-
___ and outs
Call off
“Fernando” foursome
Mercy from a Hendricks County Court judge
“___ Haw”
Blunder
Cookie with the same
as a crossword
Spiral shape
Japan’s third largest city
22 “Evita” role 23 Albuquerque college (Abbr.)
25 Suitable 26 Spy org. 27 Sent by jet
28 Competed in the MiniMarathon 29 ___ Wednesday 30 Out-of-town fan at the
“Not guilty,” for one
Reward for waiting
Frat buddy
The Buckeyes, briefly
Deep sleep
Not neg.
Lawyer, for short
Most adorable
Tea option
Four-star review
Ex-Colts kicker Vinatieri
ICONIC brief
Local Franklin College students receive art awards
The Franklin College Art Department presented awards at the annual reception of the spring semester student art exhibit on Monday, May 8. Students from all levels of studio art classes displayed a selection of their work completed during the spring semester. Students who received awards include: Garrett Fogle, of Brownsburg, received the Best in Show Award, the top honor of the evening, for his advanced painting entry, which also garnered an Award of Excellence. He also received the Award of Purchase for his painting and an Honorable Mention for ceramics. Collin Sanders, of Plainfield, received an Award of Merit for drawing. Delaney McCafferty, of Brownsburg, received an Award of Merit for fine art photo. Maddison Holubik, of Brownsburg, received an Award of Merit for advanced fine art photo.
Bird Calls
By Dick Wolfsie
A few weeks back I mentioned a news app called “Smart News” that features daily tantalizing headlines accompanied by brief articles. Here are some of their recent postings:
• 8 Things to NEVER Buy at Costco
• 4 Vegetables You Should NOT Eat
• 7 Canned Fruits to NEVER Buy
• 6 Things to NEVER Eat at a Breakfast Buffet
• 7 Great Things About Pickles
The only article I read was the pickle one. Wow, they qualify as veggies. Finally, some good food news!
I also subscribe to a magazine called “The Week.” Yes, a magazine. If you are very young and not familiar with what a magazine is, Google it. If you are an older senior and don’t know what Google is, look through some of your old magazines. There’s probably an article about it somewhere.
“Smart News” deals with the big political stories of the day, but it also sprinkles in an assortment of newsy tidbits, like this one below:
BIRDS TAUGHT TO MAKE VIDEO CALLS
That got my immediate attention. I’ve ignored facetime calls on my iPhone and iPad, assuming they were robo calls (NOT robin calls). I often block the callers after these attempts to reach me, assuming it was someone phishing. Maybe these calls were from pelicans, the best phishermen around.
Dr. Ilyena Hirskyj at Glasgow University says she has taught birds, specifically parrots, to call each other using an iPad. Domestic parrots (of which there are 28 million in the world) usually spend their very long life alone in cages and need some social interaction. Playing solitaire and munching on crackers for 75 years just doesn’t cut it.
Dr. Hirskyj’s subjects were also trained to
type out simple messages using a keyboard. This proved painfully slow, since most of the birds were unable to progress past the hunt and peck method.
Many of the parrots, when reaching out to other parrots, would preen and display their colors in front of the camera in a posture suggesting they were interested in mating. In Florida, the legislature wants to ban such video. At Disney World, Donald Duck and his nephews are planning a protest.
Some adult parrots were thrilled to finally get calls from their kids. “I hadn’t heard a peep out of my son in 50 years,” said one mama parrot when she realized how quickly time was flying by.
In a related story—and one I am totally making up—researchers in New York City equipped pigeons with miniature iPhones around their necks and taught them to communicate with each other while walking around Central Park. Testing was halted when in one week, 26,000 were killed crossing the street while talking on their cells
Most birds just want to settle down and have a family. They are using a new app called hatch.com. Chickens are downloading scratch.com.
Knowing I was writing this silly column, Mary Ellen now summons me to the phone whenever she gets a call identified as spam. “Dick, there’s some chick on the phone for you.”
“Chicks haven’t called me since I was single. How do you know it’s for me?”
“Well, she keeps saying CHEAP CHEAP!”
— Elbert Hubbard
Dick Wolfsie lives in Indianapolis with his wife of 43 years. Dick is usually in the basement trying to think up something funny to write. He can be reached at: wolfsie@aol.com.
Overshadowed by God
DEVOTIONAL
By Pastor Rashad Cunningham
In a society and culture that heavily values “self-accomplishment” and “self-achievement”, one of the greatest fears of humanity is being overshadowed. No one wants to be the person who is seen as inferior, less than, or the weak link. This can often be seen in the sports world, specifically youth sports. We sign our kids up to spend the majority of their youth at practices, training, games and tournaments, hoping that we have done enough so that our child is not overshadowed when the scouts come to see who is the best of the best.
In Luke 1, we read about Mary’s (the mother of Jesus) encounter with the angel named Gabriel while in Nazareth of Galilee. Gabriel had come to tell her about the favor she had found with God and how God would bring the Son of the Most High God into the world through her womb! Can you imagine the AWE Mary would have been in? First, there is a literal ANGEL in her presence, but even more, he is telling her that GOD wants to bring the promised Messiah into the world through her!
There was only one issue, Mary was a virgin! So she asked the angel “how will this be?…”
This is such a beautiful question that I am sure many of us have asked. It is significant to mention that earlier in the chapter Zechariah (a priest who became the father of John the Baptist) asked a similar question, but with doubt it was possible because
of the age of him and his wife. Here, Mary is asking more in AWE of “what is the process of how this will take place?”
Have you ever felt like Zechariah? Like God has called you into something you feel “less than enough” to accomplish? Or per haps you have felt like Mary? Just in awe that God would choose you and you simply want to know how He will do it?
Gabriel’s response to Mary says it all! “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you…” (Luke 1:35)
Dear reader, have you ever thought that the greatest position for us to be in while here on earth, is OVERSHADOWED by our Father in Heaven? This is how the world will see the POWER of HIM and not the limitations of us!
I pray we may live a life that is marked by us walking in the “covering” of our Father in Heaven!
Say this with me… “Lord, OVERSHADOW me with your power so that I may do ALL you have called me to do!”
LOVING YOU and FULLY DEPENDENT on HIM,
Pastor Rashad Cunningham
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A Taste of Green Street 911 N Green St., Brownsburg
Under new ownership in the last 18 months, Green Street Pub in Brownsburg looks to continue its long-standing service to the community, providing mostly homemade food and sauces. Tom and Brandi Weaver took over from the previous owners and wanted to keep things mostly the way they found them.
“Kim had a very good thing going and when I took over I didn’t change much,” Tom Weaver mentioned.
He recommended the breaded mushrooms as an appetizer, the pork tenderloin for the main course and the spicy grandma as a specialty cocktail.
The mushrooms came in a large basket with an aioli dipping sauce, which had a touch of spice- plenty to share with a group. The tenderloin is a fresh, never frozen item that is shipped in fresh twice a week.
“I would say it’s the best in Hendricks county,” Weaver claimed. The sandwich did not disappoint.
The spicy grandma was made as an ode to Weaver’s late grandma because he said that she had a spicy personality. With a piece of shrimp cocktail, candied bacon, and spicy Bloody Mary mix, it’s a winner for Bloody Mary drinkers.
The kids menu provided a tasty spaghetti dish with meat sauce in a plentiful serving.
The fish tanks in the dining area also served as entertainment for the young ones.
With a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and a hearty menu, Green Street Pub is a delicious spot to put on your list!
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Physical health is mental health
By April Bordeau
Everybody who knows Emily admires her. It’s hard to put a finger on any one reason. Her attitude is always positive. You feel like you could confide in her and know it would go no further. She defuses volatile situations without anyone even noticing. She looks great and has plenty of energy.
Some people think Emily must be unfairly blessed, since she doesn’t seem to deal with a lot of the problems others her age seem to have. Not just bad knees and heart issues, but depression, anxiety … all of those things.
In fact, she’s the very picture of good physical health and good mental health. But that’s no surprise, because they’re one in the same: physical health is mental health, and mental health is physical health.
best when we’re properly hydrated. If we don’t do a good job of replenishing the water we lose naturally every day, we can begin to develop chronic physical problems that affect our well-being. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty. The best health drink? Plain water.
Rest
Physical health is mental health, and
Emily takes good care of herself. We all know what that requires, but she actually has the discipline and commitment to make that happen. Every day she does the five physical things we can all do to enhance our mental well-being.
Get moving
We’re not meant to sit all the time. Exercise to keep your joints moving and your heart pumping -- and it triggers production of a hormone called endorphins, known for making us feel happy and relaxed. Mix up what you do. Maybe you spend time in the gym twice a week and walk or swim on the other days. Spend some of your recreation time with others, whether that’s a weekly walk with friends or Saturday morning pickleball. Even a simple 20 minute walk will do.
Choose mindful eating
You already know how different you feel when you watch what you eat, compared to constantly giving in to fast-food favorites. It’s okay to treat yourself now and then, but you’ll discover that healthy eating will increase your energy and brighten your mood. Regularly choose what fuels your body and mind.
Avoid thirst
When we’re healthy, more than half of our body weight is water. Our organs function
The hours you spend sleeping and relaxing are some of the most important to your physical and mental health. We sleep so our bodies can restore themselves, and some researchers believe dreams play a key role in helping our brains sort out the day’s experiences and emotions. Failing to get enough rest or struggling to sleep can lead to a variety of problems.
And breathe
Paying attention to how we breathe is a surprisingly powerful way to keep us both physically and mentally healthy. For example, if we find ourselves in a situation where we notice our breath is speeding up, we can consciously start breathing more slowly, and we’ll begin to feel more at ease. One of the biggest elements of meditation, yoga, and other mindfulness techniques is a focus on breathing.
Need guidance?
If you’re looking for steps you can take to enhance both your physical and mental health, but aren’t sure what’s right for you, Care to Change has professionals who have deep understandings of both types of health and how they interact. Working together, you can develop a plan that fits your life and helps you feel your best in every way.
Reach out to us, and we can help. Take just one step today by calling 317-790-9396 or emailing help@caretochange.org.
Why Don’t You Remember Some Things?
By Karl Zimmer
For those of us who are getting older, memories may seem to fade, or it may just become more difficult to remember things as easily as we used to. Some will chalk it up to “getting older,” but that seems to be too easy, perhaps even dismissive.
What I’ve learned through study, research, and practice, is that our minds retain everything we have ever experienced, through all of our senses, so every sound, sight, taste, smell, and feeling we ever experienced has been retained. The issue isn’t about memory as much as it is about recall. So why are some things easier to recall than others?
Our minds are quite amazing in their ability, and we seldom realize our full potential. It is important to understand that your mind is limitless. Any limitations are strictly of your own doing. Our unconscious minds are where our memories are stored, and our conscious minds are what we use to recall the memories. Since our unconscious minds filter incoming information (by deleting, omitting, categorizing…), we can improve our ability to recall by setting an intention and by forming an empowering belief about our memory. Think about someone who believes they are getting older, that their memory is getting worse, and that they have trouble remembering anything. How well do you think their memory functions? What if,
instead, they set their intention to remember everything important with ease and “see” themselves thinking about the past and how easily those past memories come into their consciousness (recall). It seems to reason that their outcome would be better, that their memory function would be considerably better than the former, and evidence shows that to be the case.
As mentioned, your unconscious mind filters incoming information. Some of it will be omitted (considered unimportant, irrelevant, useless…), some will be placed in various “categories” and filed away, and still other information will be deemed important enough to be filed in a more easily accessible location in your mind. The most important thing to remember now is, this: Everything you need to remember is already in your mind, right there for you to grab when you need it. How cool is that?
Karl is the author of, “The Boy Who Grew Up to RULE® the World…,” a speaker and board certified hypnotist. Karl can be contacted at Karl@iRULEtheWorld.com. RULE® is a Registered Mark of Karl R. Zimmer III. Information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any condition or illness.
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The story of the
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throughout the southern Illinois region, finally reaching Urbana around 1935. J.C. McDaniel, a renowned plant breeder and professor of horticulture at the University of Illinois saw the plant in an Urbana garden in 1960 and somehow traced it back to the southern Illinois farming community of Anna where gardeners grew it all over town. He was able to collect cuttings for propagation, name the cultivar for the two belles from Anna, and release it for commercial production in 1962. In a paper submitted at a horticultural conference that same year, McDaniel recounts the story of ‘Annabelle’, noting it as “the best form of its species yet
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A Visit to Caesarea Maritima
By Don Knebel
In our continuing tour of Israel and the Palestinian Territories, we come to the Mediterranean coast about 28 miles southwest of Megiddo to visit the ruins of the spectacular ancient city of Caesarea Maritima.
In 40 B.C., the Roman Senate named Herod, whose ancestors had converted to Judaism, the “King of the Jews,” with authority over Judea, Galilee and Peraea, an area east of the Jordan River. Herod’s little kingdom along the eastern Mediterranean lacked even a suitable harbor. Herod soon undertook a number of massive construction projects, both to gain the loyalty of Jews wary of his Nabatean ethnicity and to impress his Roman patrons.
To create a harbor, Herod’s engineers designed breakwaters extending several hundred meters from the straight Mediterranean shoreline. Divers, trained to stay underwater for five minutes, placed forms on the seabed and filled them with newly-invented concrete that hardened under water. When completed in 13 B.C., the harbor was the largest on the Mediterranean. Herod constructed a 164-acre city adjacent to the harbor, named “Caesarea” in honor of Caesar
HISTORY finds
President Reagan visits Hendricks County
By Deanna Hindsley
It is often an honor to have the President of the United States visit a state capital like Indianapolis, but to also have that president visit our county is even more memorable.
Augustus. Home to 100,000 people, Caesarea included 100 warehouses for products passing through the port, a temple to Augustus, a lighthouse, a hippodrome and a 4000-seat theatre. A thirteen-milelong aqueduct, sections of which are still standing, brought water to the city, which became the Roman capital of Judea in 6 A.D. Herod’s city, which rivaled Alexandria, is now called “Caesarea Maritima” to distinguish it from Caesarea Philippi.
In 1961, archaeologists excavating the theatre uncovered an engraved slab of limestone identifying Pontius Pilate as the “prefect of Judea,” the only contemporaneous evidence of his existence. Today, visitors attend concerts in the restored theatre, dive among the ruins of the sunken breakwaters, destroyed by an earthquake in about 100 A.D., and understand why history remembers Herod as “the Great.”
Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at editorial@youarecurrent.com.
I’m not getting into the politics of government here, but just into the excitement of our country’s leader being here. As far as I know, only two presidents have visited Hendricks County. Last time, I wrote about President Martin Van Buren’s visit to Plainfield in 1842, which resulted in getting US 40 paved for the first time. One hundred forty-five years later, in 1987, President Ronald Reagan visited our county seat of Danville, also resulting in road improvement.
That was the same year that Al Unser, Sr. won the Indy 500. That has absolutely nothing to do with this presidential story, but just a fact that I happen to know and love, Indy 500 being fresh on my mind.
Anyway, President Reagan made quite the impression on us, as noted in our local newspapers of the time; and later, recognition was made by naming our north-south corridor Ronald Reagan Parkway. The road was commissioned in the early 1990s and the first section completed in 1996.
Other notes can be seen in the
Hendricks County Museum. Since President Reagan visited our beautiful courthouse, the museum now has on display some items from that notable visit.
The desk shown here with Reagan items is where President Reagan sat, and the publicity sign was used to invite people to come to the parade to welcome him.
Seems every town has a Washington Street or Lincoln Avenue, but here in Hendricks County we have our Reagan references!
Scenes from Caesarea Maritima (Photos by Don Knebel)
Brownsburg senior Elhadj Diallo leads the Bulldog squad on and off the court. He’s scored a season-high 24 points in three games.
(Above) Reagan parade sign, (Below) Regan era items (Submitted photos)
