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of the Franciscan Health Indianapolis cardiac care team who worked to help earn the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2023. (Submitted photo)

Franciscan Health receives achievement award for treating heart attack patients

Franciscan Health Indianapolis and Lafayette East hospitals have received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2023. The hospitals were among just 56 nationwide to receive the honor, which recognizes Franciscan Health’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients.

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How military installations impact the Johnson County economy

Aspire Economic Development + Chamber Alliance’s role as the driver of economic development of Johnson County makes military campuses like Camp Atterbury indispensable allies in building, improving and expanding the local economy, according to a study conducted by Indiana University in collaboration with the Indiana National Guard. Recently, Camp Atterbury has been transitioning to a peacetime role as a training site and asset to the local economy.

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Atterbury is offering training opportunities for various local government agencies, such as police, firefighters, and rescue crews, at affordable rates. (Photo courtesy of Camp Atterbury)

Southside construction update

I-465 Westbound opens with temporary configuration

Compiled by Nicole Davis

With the I-69 project still in full swing and many more projects to come, we’re offering a weekly update during the 2023 construction season! As always, be mindful of our construction workers and drive safely!

AROUND TOWN

Perry Kiwanis present scholarships to three local seniors

• Franklin Township: The following projects are on the city's Capitol Improvement Projects list for this year: Maze Road, Acton Road from the Johnson County Line to Southport Road, House Street from Swails to McGregor, Exchange Street from Swails to McGregor. The exact timeline has not yet been finalized. Franklin Township residents have voiced concerns about McGregor Road which is not on the list, but is is need of repair as well.

overlays, road surface upgrades and placement of drainage structures were just some of the tasks completed during the closure. Westbound traffic will be moved back to its temporary configuration consisting of three travel lanes with concrete barriers on both shoulders to allow crews to continue work in adjacent areas. Motorists traveling eastbound on I-465 should watch for trucks entering and exiting as work continues for the future systems interchange connecting I-69 to I-465.

• I-465: Crews expect to open the westbound Ianes of I-465 prior to the morning rush on Thursday, July 27. Bridge deck

• I-69: S.R.37/I-69 narrows to one lane under S.R. 144. Drivers should expect occasional delays, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Watch for crews in the median and shoulder as they perform maintenance tasks such as installing highway fencing and cable rails, and applying other finishing touches. Work is expected to pick up in Johnson County as crews prepare for a traffic switch at the Smith Valley Road interchange early next month.

BUSINESS

Josh Shelly, Horizon Bank’s vice president, district manager announced Shana Quattrocchi as branch manager of the Greenwood office located at 151 Marlin Drive. With her experience in the banking industry spanning 12 years, Quattrocchi brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success to her new role. She began her career as a teller and was later promoted to a personal banker. Quattrocchi then advanced to an assistant branch manager, and most recently held the role of branch manager where she set her focus on building customer relationships. In her new role, Quattrocchi will oversee day-today branch operations while building rapport with customers and the community. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Quattrocchi has actively participated in several community organizations including Habitat for Humanity, Young Bankers Club and Reading with Students.

Perry Kiwanis Co-president Scott Splichal recently presented $1,000 scholarships to a trio of graduating seniors: Biak Tin Bor, a Perry Meridian High School graduate, plans to attend Ivy Tech and then transfer to Indiana University to study medicine. Another Perry Meridian graduate receiving a scholarship is Kareena Tial, who plans to study marketing and management at Indiana University Bloomington. Also headed to I.U. Bloomington is Sen Val Cin (“Hannah”), a Southport High School graduate who plans to study nursing or education. Awarding of scholarships is one of several community service programs conducted by the club during the year. Others include preparing food bags for homeless people, conducting a bicycle safety rodeo, and organizing the distribution of coats, shoes and food for local families in need. In addition, Kiwanis supports several community organizations including Hunger Inc., Perry Senior Services and Riley Hospital for Children, among others.

AROUND TOWN

City of Greenwood launches a comprehensive plan as a roadmap for continued growth

Greenwood Mayor Mark W. Myers recently announced the development of a new comprehensive plan which will serve as Greenwood’s all-encompassing “blueprint for the future.” The city last updated the existing comprehensive plan in 2007. The Greenwood Board of Public Works and Safety approved the launch of the city's new comprehensive plan during its June meeting. Designed to guide future growth and development, the plan will prioritize the eastern corridor's sustained expansion and reinvestment in mature areas of the community,

solidifying Greenwood's position as one of the state's fastest-growing cities. Greenwood selected HWC Engineering’s Planning and Landscaping Architecture team to help create this community vision, aligned with the city's "Four Pillars:” Public Safety, Infrastructure, Economic Development and Quality of Life. Developed in tandem with the community, the plan will span approximately four phases: envisioning, consensus building, plan formulation and practical action step development. For more information, visit plangreenwood.com.

Shana Quattrocchi. (Submitted photo)

Biak Tin Bor (Submitted photos)

Kareena Tial

Sen Val Cin (“Hannah”)

Horizon Bank announces Shana Quattrocchi as branch manager

National Night Out 2023

Southside police departments prepare for annual celebrations to strengthen community/police partnerships

By Nicole Davis

National Night Out at a Glance

When: Aug. 1

BEECH GROVE POLICE DEPARTMENT

When: 6 - 8 p.m.

Where: Don Challis Park, 1100 S. 9th Ave.

GREENWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT

When: 5 - 7 p.m.

Where: Amphitheater Park, 186 Surina Way

HOMECROFT POLICE DEPARTMENT

When: 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Where: 1400 Tulip Drive

IMPD SOUTHEAST

When: Evening, times vary

Where: Bean Creek, Garfield Park, McFarland Farms, Laurelwood, Meridian

Raymond, LaScala Villas, Coventry Park, Beirman, Fountain Square Alliance, Norwood, South Village and Positive Impact (Morgan and Shelby streets) neighborhoods.

SOUTHPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT

When: 5:30 - 9 p.m.

Where: Southport Park, 6901 Derbyshire Road

On the first Tuesday of August each year, communities come together with police departments across the nation to spend time with one another and take a stance against crime.

The National Night Out website, natw.org, states that “together, we are making communities safer, more caring places to live.” When community and police develop partnerships and work together, it makes a big difference in the crime rate and safety of a community.

“A good example of that is the Bean Creek Neighborhood,” said Andrew Sheler, community relations officer with Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department’s South-

Beech Grove Police Department

Beech Grove Police Department will celebrate National Night Out from 6 to 8 p.m. at Don Challis Park, 1100 S. 9th Ave., Beech Grove. Brozinni Pizzeria will be on site with pizza and Papa Curl will have ice cream. Beech Grove Comprehensive Drug-Free Coalition will be on site along with other community organizations/leaders. There will be a bounce house and face painting for kids, a live DJ and more. At least 20 officers will be in attendance to celebrate the evening with the community.

“Each year it gets bigger and better,” said Beech Grove Police Officer Josh Hartman. “I really appreciate the interaction among different people, seeing the kids in our community. They’ll come up to you (after getting their face painted) and say ‘look at my face, what animal am I?’ It just makes you happy.”

After all, the evening is about enjoyment, getting to know the officers in a relaxed atmosphere.

“We can joke, we can go out there and play tag with you just like we were a kid,” Hartman said. “We’re just here to protect, have fun and show you what the police are like in the community.”

east District. “Last year they saw double digits in crime reduction in their neighborhood. As much as we would like to take credit for it, they were good listeners in asking how they can help us reduce crime; they have good leadership and heavy involvement with their neighborhood. It’s made a tremendous difference.”

Police departments across the Southside state seeing a growing popularity in National Night Out events locally. Here, learn about what each department it doing to celebrate:

Cover Photo: Sgt. Jay Arnold and Asst. Chief Matt Fillenwarth talk with a child during National Night Out in 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Greenwood Police Department)

Beech Grove celebrates National Night Out in 2022. (Photos courtesy of Beech Grove Police Department)

Greenwood Police Department

The Greenwood Police Department will celebrate National Night Out from 5 to 7 p.m. at Amphitheater Park, 186 Surina Way. This year, the Army National Guard will sponsor a climbing wall and inflatable obstacle course. There will also be a giant inflatable slide. Guest appearances will be made by local sports team mascots such as Nitro from Indy Fuel and Rowdy from the Indianapolis Indians. The Humane Society of Johnson County will bring along some animals. There will be face painting, handdrawn caricatures, balloon artists, a temporary tattoo artist, live music by Exit 99, a raffle and free food. Local agencies and businesses will have booths, handing out goodies. An estimated 1,300 people will visit during the event.

“It’s nonstop, a high-intensity two hours,” said Greenwood Police Officer Jason Grable. “We rely heavily on our local businesses and they have been amazing. I’ve been blown away at how many phone calls I’ve received from local businesses wanting to get involved.”

Greenwood Police will have a K-9 demonstration from its own K-9 unit and the Greenwood Swat team will have their own booth so children can explore some of its equipment.

“Law enforcement men and women tend to be pretty private,” Grable said. “This is one opportunity where we can actually enjoy each other’s company, get to know our community and relax in a neutral atmosphere. The fact that this is national and occurs all the way across the country on one night, it’s perfect.”

For up-to-date information, visit the department’s Facebook page, facebook.com/ GreenwoodPoliceDepartment. Grable said they will share additional information as the event draws near.

IMPD Southeast

Every National Night Out, officers from Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department’s Southeast District visit events hosted by local neighborhoods across their district. Officers, command staff and district supervisors will visit more than 20 neighborhoods which are hosting an event in honor of National Night Out this year.

“Since we had that time off with Covid and it started back up again, there’s a lot more support within the last year,” Sheler said. “As the years have progressed, there always seems to be a couple neighborhoods that try and go above and beyond: Bean Creek neighborhood, Garfield Park neighborhood, McFarland Farms all have fairly large events. The Bates Hendricks neighborhood usually has a decent turnout as well.”

Officers can be spotted playing a game of basketball, throwing around a football, enjoying some food and snacks, and generally getting to know residents of the community in which they serve.

“They’re very welcoming,” Sheler said. “For me personally, I enjoy going to meet the neighbors and have a positive interaction with the youth. When you’re taking daily runs, that’s where we’re not seeing the best side of people at times. I enjoy when we get to go into environments like this where we are working toward the same goal of reducing crime in the neighborhoods and building stronger police and community partnerships.”

McFarland Farms residents host a stuffed animal drive during National Night Out, which they will do again this year. The donations are given to IMPD to hand out to children who are involved in traumatic situations. McFarland Farms residents and officers are pictured here in 2022.

Members of Coventry Park Villas and IMPD Southeast officers pose for a group photo during National Night Out in 2022. (Photos courtesy of IMPD Southeast)

Greenwood Police Department celebrates National Night Out in 2022. (Photos courtesy of the Greenwood Police Department)

Lascala Villas offered cookies representing IMPD at its 2022 National Night Out event.

Southport Police Department

The Southport Police Department will celebrate its National Night Out event from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Southport Park, 6901 Derbyshire Road. They will have bounce houses, games like corn hole, Jenga and basketball, a scavenger hunt with prizes for the children, door prizes and 40 different food vendors which will give away food. Organizations such as the National Guard will have informational booths. The Southport Masons will conduct DNA swabs and recordings for parents to keep in case their child is lost. This information can help the police locate the child faster.

“It’s a great time for the police and the community to interact in a positive way and

its our way for thanking them for their support,” said Southport Police Chief Thomas Vaughn. “Especially this year with losing three officers in our state in two weeks, its a good way for us to come together, grieve together and talk. Its a good way to strength the bond we already have.”

The scavenger hunt is a good way for children to not only meet and interact with the officers, but other city officials as well. They’ll be asked to find the mayor, treasurer, the police department’s mascot and other officials, allowing them to get to know everybody who works in the city they live in.

Throughout the night, Vaughn said they’ve seen 1,500 to 2,000 people in the park, interacting with the officers.

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Children will have the opportunity to sit in a police car during National Night Out.

Southport Police Chief Thomas Vaughn, right, jokes with staff from Panera Bread who donated food to be given away during National Night Out 2022.

(Photos courtesy of Southport Police Department)

Southport Officer Bob Curl interacts with guests at National Night Out in 2022.

By Nydia Nunez-Estrada, M.D., family medicine specialist with Eskenazi Health Center North Arlington

In 2022, Eskenazi Health announced our health equity zone initiative, a $60 million campaign that establishes what are called health equity zones in Indianapolis neighborhoods. The effort started with the establishment of three health equity zones. The zones are located in areas where Eskenazi Health has health centers. The locations are Eskenazi Health Center West 38th Street – International Marketplace, Eskenazi Health Center East 38th Street –Northeast Corridor and Eskenazi Health Center Grassy Creek – Far Eastside.

Through this initiative, we are focusing on social determinants of health in order to increase the life expectancy of residents in the three health equity zones. Social determinants of health are, as stated by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), “nonmedical factors that influence health outcomes.” The social determinants of health that Eskenazi Health is focusing on include:

• Food as medicine - Eating healthy and nutritious food

• Mental health wellnessFostering resilience and healthy mindset

• Health lifestyles - Creating the conditions for healthy living

• Transportation and connectivity - Connecting to health, education and employment

• Housing - Supporting quality affordable and safe housing

• Community connectedness - Building social capital and connection

• Safety - Living free of violence, including intimate partner violence and child abuse

• Economic opportunity - Creating pathways to economic selfsufficiency

HEALTH MATTERS

Transportation can be a barrier to health

While we consider all these social determinants of health to be important, transportation and connectivity is a crucial one. Without transportation, patients who live too far away may be unable to access doctor’s appointments, obtain prescriptions, and, as a result, do not receive the vital health care that they need. Those who do not visit a primary care physician may miss important care such as screenings.

Transportation is a critical social determinant that can have a significant impact on the physical and mental health, overall wellbeing of individuals and communities, and access to essential services such as health care and social services, educational and employment opportunities. The lack of reliable and safe transportation options can hinder individuals’ ability to meet their basic needs.

There is a need for transportation and public health policies to implement interventions to overcome transportation barriers, improve existing infrastructures and promote the understanding of population health outcomes related to transport options. For example, every Eskenazi Health Center is located along an IndyGo bus route. In addition, the new Eskenazi Health Center East 38th Street and 38th Street and Arlington Avenue will be located along the new Purple Line.

Although a lack of transportation adversely affects the connectivity between patients and their providers, advancements in telehealth – as used by Eskenazi Health – have helped to bridge that gap.

Established Eskenazi Health patients with internet access may visit with their providers and get much of the care and attention they need through video e-Visit connections via computers or mobile devices by utilizing Eskenazi Health MyChart. Common conditions for e-Visit appointments with Eskenazi Health physicians include sinus issues (congestion, ear pain, sneezing), sore throat, cough, eye redness or irritation, diarrhea, heartburn, back pain, pain when urinating and vaginal discharge.

Always available 24 hours each day, Eskenazi Health MyChart provides patients a convenient method to access their medical records and helps them participate in their health care. It also provides an efficient way to communicate directly with Eskenazi Health providers.

Eskenazi Health has been serving communities for over 160 years, and we are focused on the prevention of these transportation barriers. We have a variety of options to ensure that our patients can access the care that they need. First, E-visits and MyChart video visits are available. Second, our health centers are strategically located near public transportation to make it easier for patients without their own vehicles to seek care. Eskenazi Health also has a Neighborhood Resources webpage for community programs that assist with payments for gas,

bus passes and cars. Additionally, Eskenazi Health community health workers can go directly to patients to help facilitate care and resources. Eskenazi Health is committed to addressing transportation and social barriers to health in order to provide excellent, patient-centered care to our community. For more information, please visit eskenazihealth. edu/patients/ neighborhoodresources.

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Nydia Nunez-Estrada, M.D. (Submitted photo)

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By Mark Ambrogi

Perry Meridian High School softball player Paige McPhearson had a flawless senior season in center field.

McPhearson showed her defensive prowess by not making an error all season.

“Her command of the area and knowledge of how to read the ball off the bat gives her this advantage over others,” Falcons coach Megan Bowling said.

McPhearson said her biggest improvement has been defensively this past season.

“I learned when to make certain throws and to where,” she said. “Defense is definitely something I pride myself on because it takes both offense and defense to win a game and when offensively you are struggling, I can count on my defense to pull through.”

McPhearson said this was by far her best season defensively.

“At the plate, Paige mostly hits for power,” Bowling said. “She swings from the left side of the plate and is known for extrabase hits due to her speed. This season, I asked Paige to switch things up a bit more. She learned to power slap, which allowed her to tally a few more extra bases on steals. Paige is a great leader on the field and off the field. She spends a lot of time in the weight room, gaining the strength and stability needed for the season.”

McPhearson batted .448 with 11 doubles, five home runs and 24 runs batted in this past season.

McPhearson hit .465 with 10 doubles, one home run and 28 RBIs as a sophomore. In 2022, she batted .500 with nine doubles, five homers and 32 RBIs.

“In some cases yes it worked well for me, especially when I was struggling to

get on base in a game,” McPhearson said of the change at the plate. “Power slapping allowed me to control where I put the ball which helped me a lot in getting on base and moving runners around.

McPhearson started playing softball when she was 6 years old.

“I did a variety of other sports such as basketball and volleyball, but I ultimately chose to stick with softball because I felt drawn to the sport,” she said. “My dream as I grew up was to play in college and in order for that dream to come true, I knew in high school I had to focus solely on softball, so I could give myself the best chance at reaching that level.”

McPhearson earned a scholarship and will play softball at IUPUI next season.

“The key in picking IUPUI was that it was close to home,” McPhearson said. “My family is very close, so I knew that wherever I went, it had to be close by. I look forward to meeting my new teammates and challenging myself to play at a higher level.”

McPhearson was named to the AllMarion County and Academic All-State team this past season.

THE MCPHEARSON FILE

NAME: Paige McPhearson

AGE: 18

HEIGHT: 5-foot-9

SCHOOL: 2023 Perry Meridian High School graduate

HOBBIES: Softball, reading, being outdoors

COLLEGE: Plans to play softball at IUPUI and major in biomedical engineering

SPORT: Softball

FAVORITE SUBJECT: Science

FAVORITE ATHLETE: Former University of Oregon softball player Haley Cruse Mitchell

FAVORITE MOVIE: “Real Steel"

FAVORITE GENRE OF MUSIC: Pop

FAVORITE VACATION SPOT: Disney World in Orlando

PARENTS’ NAMES: Rod McPhearson and Michael and Margaret Martin

Paige McPhearson, a 2023 Perry Meridian High School graduate, finished her prep career with a strong season with her glove and at the plate. (Photo courtesy of Perry Meridian athletics)

PHOTO

of the WEEK

ON CAMPUS

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Don’t take criticism from people you would never go to for advice.”

– Morgan Freeman

Anthony Dzikowski named to Youngstown State Univ. dean’s list

Anthony Dzikowski of Greenwood, majoring in psychology, has been named to the dean's list at Youngstown State University for Spring Semester 2023. Dean's list recognition is awarded to full-time undergraduate students who have earned at least a 3.4 grade point average for not less than 12 semester hours of credit in the Fall semester.

HUMOR

Top 10 signs of a nuisance property

By Torry Stiles

10. Police dispatch doesn’t give the officers your address. They just say the name of your business with the word “the” stressed in front of it and the word “again” afterward.

9. Incident reports regarding farm animals often occur in your building on the second story or higher.

8. The insurance company calls bullet holes “inadvertent ventilation.”

7. “Assume the position” is a standard greeting.

6. Firing your old security staff lowered the assault rate by 25% or better.

5. The fire department has decided that we’re all better off if the next time they just let it go.

4. There has been more than one fight involving a llama.

3. The police use your Employee of the Month photos for the mug shots.

2. The zoning and building code people killed your plan to skip roof repairs and just call it an open-air restaurant.

1. The SWAT robot stopped at your door and sent its operator the message, “No way.”

Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you ...

In Honolulu, within the limits of any public park, it is unlawful to annoy any bird.

Source: stupidlaws.com

Sweet corn and summer just go hand in hand, at least in Indiana. The Johnson County Fair took place July 16 - 23. There, Waverly Raibley, 3, daughter of Zach and Havana Raibley of Indianapolis, shows her enthusiasm for sweet corn. (Photo by Sherri Coner)

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

BEECH GROVE

Summer Party in the Park • Big Rosco and the Hammers will perform as part of this bi-weekly concert series taking place on Thursdays. | When: July 27, 7 p.m. | Where: Sarah T Bolton Park, Franciscan Trailhead, Beech Grove. | Info: hornetparkcommunitycenter.com

Yard Sale • The Beech Grove Moose Lodge will have a table for donations. All proceeds will go to feeding the Beech Grove football team before their games. A breakfast will also be served from 9 - 11 a.m. at $10 per plate. | When: July 29, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Where: 3320 S. Emerson Ave., Beech Grove. | Info: facebook.com/BeechGrove1883

National Night Out • Join the Beech Grove Police Department for pizza, ice cream, drinks, bounce house, face paint and more. | When: Aug. 1, 6 - 8 p.m. | Where: Don Challis Park, 1100 S. 9th Ave., Beech Grove. | Info: facebook.com/BeechGrovePD

CENTER GROVE

Touch-A-Truck Event • A hands-on event that provides kids with the chance to see, touch and explore some or all of the following: big trucks, farm equipment, construction vehicles, antique automobiles and emergency vehicles. Bring a canned food item as admission. | When: Aug. 5, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Where: Mt. Auburn Church, 3100 W. Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood. | Info:/mountauburn.church

Rotary Uncorked • Join the Center Grove Rotary for a festive evening of wine, hors d’oeuvres and music to benefit local and international charities. | When: Aug. 7, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. | Where: The Sycamore at Mallow Run, 7070 Whiteland Road, Bargersville. | Info: bit.ly/CGuncorked, cfmiller62@ gmail.com

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP

Fast Flash & Back-2-School Bash • Join the 30th Annual Fast Flash 5K/2K Run/Walk! The 3rd Annual Back-2-School Bash will follow the Fast Flash 9:3011:30 a.m. There will be games, sports drills, air brush tattoos and opportunities to drench some of FTCSC’s bravest and best in the Splash Tower! The proceeds support FTEF’s mission. | When: July 29, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Where: 6141 S. Franklin Road, Indianapolis. | Info: facebook.com/MyFTEF

GARFIELD PARK

Cultivating Minds Garden Series: The Art of Pesto • Drop-in to the Children’s Garden to learn about growing one of the most popular herbs, basil, and learn how it is made into pesto. The park’s

naturalist will lead through a very brief presentation on how to make pesto. This program is free, but donations (made at the front desk) are always appreciated. | When: July 29, 2 p.m. | Where: Garfield Park Conservatory and Gardens. 2505 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis | Info: garfieldgardensconservatory.org

GREENWOOD

MEPI Golf Outing • The Minority Engineering Program of Indianapolis presents the 15th Annual Golf Outing. MEPI offers opportunities to nearly 200 students in grades 6-12 who join together monthly to dive into the various disciplines of engineering with STEM-focused activities. This event includes golf, dinner and prizes. | When: July 29, 12:30 - 8 p.m. | Where: Valle Vista, 755 E. Main St., Greenwood. | Info: mepi.org

JCPFF Charitable Foundation Golf Outing • Enjoy a golf outing to raise money for the local firefighters foundation and for a fallen firefighter’s family. | When: July 31, 7:30 - 5 p.m. | Where: Valle Vista, 755 E. Main St., Greenwood. | Info: facebook. com/Local4252

National Night Out • Join the Greenwood Police Department for a night of commraderie complete with food, kids activities, live music and more. | When: Aug 1, 5 - 7 p.m. | Where: Amphitheater Park, 186 Surina Way, Greenwood. | Info: facebook. com/GreenwoodPoliceDepartment

CIPF Designer Purse Bingo • Central Indiana Police Foundation is inviting people to a purse bingo event to support officers in Johnson County. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the games start at 6 p.m. Play bingo for a chance to win designer purses. | When: Aug. 2, 5 - 9 p.m. | Where: Barn at Bay Horse Inn, 1468 W. Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood. | Info: cipf.foundation/

Love of Labs Designer Purse Bingo • Play bingo for a chance to win a designer purse. Proceeds benefit Love of Labs. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 each. Must be 18 or older to attend. | When: Aug. 2, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. | Where: Greenwood Moose Lodge, 813 W. Smith Valley Road, Greenwood | Info: lolin.org

Hot Summer Night With Hot Horns • The Greater Greenwood Community Band will host the "Hot Summer Night With Hot Horns" concert which promises an unforgettable experience - the perfect blend of sizzling tunes and cool performances that makes it Greenwood's coolest hot concert! | When: Aug. 6, 6 - 7:15 p.m. | Where: Greenwood Amphitheater, 186 Surina Way, Greenwood. | Info: GreenwoodBand.org

AN OPTION

Kukui's Hawaiian Shaved Ice/ Kukui's on the Road

Today through early next week we’re expected to feel the hottest temperatures of the summer. Cool yourself off with one or any number of combined flavors of Kukui’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice. The locally owned, Greenwood-based food truck parked in Centre Smith Valley offers more than two dozen flavors. Try the Hawaiian Tropics with banana, coconut and pineapple or the Kukui’s Tropical Storm with vanilla ice cream and macadamia nuts on the bottom. Other favorites include the Red Dragon, Chocolate Cherry Cordial, Root Beer Float and the Raspberry Lemonade Combo. Add sweet cream to the top or go dairy-free with their Haupia cream (coconut cream with coconut milk).

“This is one of the best frozen treats I have tried,” according to a Google reviewer. “It is so different from any icy concoction I have experienced. With so many flavors you may have a hard time deciding so just mix them up and create the flavor of your choosing. I love the coffee, while my son enjoys the blood orange.”

Hours: Monday through Friday, 1-9 p.m.; closed on Saturday and Sunday. Address: 1675 Smith Valley Road #7, Greenwood. For more information, call (574) 536-8463 or go to facebook.com/KukuisontheRoad

PERRY TOWNSHIP

Roncalli’s Summer Social • Join us for the fun and help welcome the new freshmen class and their families. This event will take place after Freshman Orientation. Dine on food, beer and wine from Indy’s hottest food trucks. Enjoy free family activities such as bounce houses, face painting, kickball and other outdoor games. And dance the night away with live music from Living Proof, Indy’s premier party band 7 - 9 p.m. $5 Individual or $20 Family Freshman families are free! | When: Aug. 5, 4 p.m. Mass, celebration following. | Where: Roncalli High School, practice field, 3300 Prague Road, Indianapolis. | Info: roncalli.org

SOUTHPORT

National Night Out • Get to know officers with the Southport Police Department at this free, community event featuring a scavenger hunt and games for kids, giveaways and more. | When: Aug. 1, 5:30 - 9 p.m. | Where: Southport Community Center, 6901 Derbyshire Road. | Info: facebook. com/cityofsouthportindianapolicedepartment

Cafe Caramel Macchiato: a coffee and vanilla shave ice with vanilla ice cream on the bottom and caramel and whipped cream on top. (Photo courtesy of Kukui's Hawaiian Shaved Ice/Kukui's on the Road)

‘Barbie’ Short on ambitious premise, but wildly entertaining performances

MOVIE REVIEW

By Bradley Lane

In just three solo feature directing credits, Greta Gerwig has established herself as one of the most technically competent filmmakers working today. However, her fourth feature, Barbie represents a massive shift in her career, transitioning from independent and small-budget arthouse films into the corporate studio system with a massive budget. In some ways this transition does wonders, allowing her to execute visual ideas not possible in those smaller scale productions. Unfortunately, in other ways the heightened scale works as a detriment to the film as a whole now that Gerwig is forced to meet the demands of Mattel and the big money behind her massive intellectual propertydriven blockbuster.

Barbie is, of course, about Barbie and her friends in Barbie Land. A matriarchal

SPOTLIGHT

Brother/Sister Art Show

society where the Barbies operate a feminist utopia filled with music, dancing and parties. However, when Barbie begins to express feelings of existential dread and her perfect world seems to start to show cracks, she must seek out answers to her condition in the real world. Together with Ken, unyielding in his quest for Barbie’s favor, they journey to the real world to both wrestle with the complicated history of Barbie and restore Barbie’s perfect world. There is so much to say about the visual prowess of Barbie . The production design recalls studio musicals of the golden age of Hollywood, complete with lavishly tactile set design, mattepainted backgrounds and expressionistic lighting. This attention to detail makes it all the more distracting when this care -

ful direction is violently interrupted in the middle of the film to deliver what is essentially a five-minute-long Chevy car advertisement. This gratuitous product placement is the first signal in the film of what holds Barbie back from being truly great. Barbie is a massive film, with brand expectations attached to the art being created simultaneously. The film has interesting perspectives on women’s struggles against patriarchal expectations, men’s victimization as a consequence of patriarchy and Barbie itself as a cultural object in relation to women’s liberation. However, these messages are couched in a piece essentially designed to sell the audience things. Toys, cars and the like, it is hard to see Barbie as sincere in its critique when its implicit

Joanne Heritier and Bob Motz are having a brother/sister art show at the Southside Art League from Aug. 1 - 31. The show will include an interesting mix of art including oils, clay relief photography, bookmaking and soft sculpture. Come meet the artists on Aug. 4, 4 - 8 p.m. at SALI, 299 E. Broadway St., Greenwood. Joanne taught art at Southwest Allen County Schools in Fort Wayne, Ind., for 26 years. She received a BA from Hanover College in fine arts and a master’s degree in education from Indiana University. While teaching, she helped develop and participate in FAME, a yearly celebration of the arts in Northeast Indiana. Through her years teaching she worked as set designer for many school musicals. After moving to the Indianapolis area in 2012, Joanne volunteered at the Indianapolis Museum of Art and worked with kindergarten students using art to support the regular curriculum. She began oil painting at SALI and continued painting at Hilton Head Art League in South Carolina before returning to Indianapolis in 2019. Joanne has enjoyed bookmaking for many years, primarily using a codex or origami format with photographs and artwork. She has also created soft sculpture from children’s and adult’s artwork. Learn more about her brother, Bob, in the Aug. 3 edition of The Southside Times!

answer to the issues it addresses is more consumerism.

Despite the film coming up short to deliver on its ambitious premise, there are messages especially important for young people to take away from Barbie . Not to mention that from moment to moment it is wildly entertaining thanks to the two standout lead performances from Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. Despite essentially being a piece of brand management for Mattel, the Barbie movie is still, for all intents and purposes, better than it had any right to be. Barbie is currently exclusively showing in theaters. - 3.5/5 stars

Bradley is a Beech Grove High School alumnus and has been enamored by film for as long as he can remember. He recently graduated from IUPUI, with a degree in Media and Public Affairs with a minor in Film. Bradley can be contacted at blane2214@gmail.com.

(Art by Joanne Heritier)

Spilling the tea on sentence fragments

GRAMMAR GUY

By Curtis Honeycutt

Blame it all on my British roots, but I’ve never preferred coffee. I like hanging out in coffee shops. I don’t mind smelling like I’ve hung out in a coffee shop all day. But, for me, I like tea. Every morning I need my Barry’s Irish Breakfast Tea with a dash of milk and sugar. Without this, I will be a Grumpy Gus. Don’t give me Lipton or Twining’s — these are not the same.

In case you were wondering, yes, I do bring my preferred tea with me when I go out of town. And — while I like a good morning cuppa — I’ve never understood kombucha tea.

What is kombucha, anyway? I know you were already thinking about it. Kombucha sounds like either someone sneezing or the thing someone says after someone sneezes. Kombucha is like the kale of liquids. Does anyone really enjoy it? If you take a swig of this fermented swill, you’ll get a mouthful of vinegary, yeasty tea fungus.

I guess I don’t like my teas fermented

in the same way I don’t like my sentences fragmented. Or do I?

The grammar gods strongly advise against writing sentences in fragments. “Sentence fragments” is industry-speak for “incomplete sentences.” A complete sentence includes a verb, makes sense on its own, and communicates a complete idea. After all, writing is all about communication.

Here’s an example of a sentence fragment: Because he lives near the ocean.

If the sentence read, “He lives near the ocean,” we’d be in good shape. However, adding “Because” to the beginning makes this fragment a dependent clause. We need the “why” to follow the “because.” Let’s finish that sentence:

Because he lives near the ocean, he collects shells that look like Cher.

That’s completely strange; it’s also a complete sentence.

We speak in fragments. Constantly. We use them either to express a casual style, to create rhythm in our writing or to emphasize a point. I agree with Bobby Graves, though: you’ve got to know the rules before

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you break them. Seriously.

While grammar purists will beg to differ, I will throw them this bone: avoid using sentence fragments in formal writing. If you’re writing your doctoral dissertation, stay away from sentence fragments. However, when you are writing in a conversational, informal forum, feel free to play with the rules.

Just as some people like their tea slightly fermented, some people like their sentences lightly fragmented. It adds an interesting flavor to an otherwise conventional cup of language libation. While I don’t prefer kombucha, I don’t have a problem with those who fancy effervescent fungus water.

Curtis Honeycutt is a wildly popular 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.

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Board of Zoning Appeals • When: Aug. 2, 1 p.m. | Where: City Hall Council Chambers. | Info: beechgrove.com

Board of Sanitation Meeting • Board of Public Works & Safety meeting will follow. | When: Aug. 7, 6 p.m. | Where: City Hall Council Chambers. | Info: beechgrove.com

Common Council Meeting • Meetings are open to the public. | When: Aug. 7, 7 p.m. | Where: City Hall Council Chambers. | Info: beechgrove.com

Board of Parks and Recreation Meeting • When: Aug. 9, 7 p.m. | Where: Hilltop Shelter, Sarah T. Bolton Park. | Info: beechgrove.com

Summer Party in the Park • Werner Williams Band will perform as part of this bi-weekly concert series taking place on Thursdays. Tickets: $60 per person. | When: Aug. 10, 7 p.m. | Where: Sarah T Bolton Park, Franciscan Trailhead, Beech Grove. | Info: hornetparkcommunitycenter.com

Cover Crops - Improving Your Garden's Health • Planting cover crops in your garden is a very easy way to improve your soil's health. Join Kevin Allison to learn about soil health, cover crops, and receive free cover crop seeds as you think toward fall. | When: Aug.14: 6 - 7 p.m. | Where: 1102 Main St., Beech Grove.| Info: indypl.org

Redevelopment Commission Meeting • When: Aug. 17, 7 p.m. | Where: City Council Chambers. | Info: beechgrove.com

Adult Coloring • Adults are invited to experience the latest trend in relaxation and fun: coloring! Enjoy socializing with others while coloring on pages designed for adults. Coloring supplies are provided or bring your own. | When: Aug. 19, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Where: 1102 Main St., Beech Grove.| Info: indypl.org

Music on Main • The Greater Beech Grove Chamber of Commerce’s Music on Main is rockin’ through the decades with Elvis, Opening Day, The Big 80’s, Mike + The Boys. There will be vendors, food trucks, a Kids Zone and more for a party for the whole family. | When: Aug. 26, 5 - 10 p.m. | Where: Main Street at 5th Avenue, Beech Grove. | Info: BeechGroveChamber.org

AROUND TOWN

Tickets are now available for Sertoma Club of Greenwood’s annual fundraiser, WAMMfest, benefiting community organizations. The event will take place Aug. 19, noon - 9 p.m. at Craig Park, 10 E. Smith Valley Road. Each year, volunteers from the Sertoma Club of Greenwood organize WAMMfest – a charity festival focused on showcasing Indiana wine, art, music and microbrew. All net proceeds from the charity event are distributed back to support youth, individual and community organizations. The Sertoma Club of Greenwood has donated more than $950,000 to local causes since the beginning of WAMMfest. During the festival, attendees will be able to enjoy eats from Hoosier restaurants and food trucks including: Ardy's Concession, Ben’s

Soft Pretzels, Chuy’s TexMex, Cedar Creek Food Truck, Dang Quesadilla, Ella’s Frozen Yogurt, A Taste of Home Catering, Kona Ice Indy (Shaved Ice), Lonely Monkey Food Truck, Marco’s Pizza, My Super Taqueria, Pap’s Kettle Corn and Whiskey River BBQ. A limited number of VIP Experience tickets are available for $75. A VIP Experience ticket includes: premium parking, access to the VIP tent that includes complimentary bottled water and snacks, one $10 food voucher, access to VIP-only restrooms, access to VIP-only viewing area at the Main Stage and more. Through Monday, July 31, general admission tickets are $15 and $25 beginning on Tuesday, Aug. 1. Children 12 and under are free. Tickets may be purchased online. For more information visit WAMMfest.com.

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Gary Wayne Barger

Gary Wayne Barger, 72, Indianapolis, died July 20, 2023. Survivors: wife, Ida Sue Barger; sons, Steve (Janita); Ryan; daughters, Angel (David) Harris; Ammie Rice; brother, Gregory; sisters, Oma Barger, Rita Riddle; seven grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren. Visitation: Thursday, July 27, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. service. Little & Sons Beech Grove.

Joe Leland Bewley

Joe Leland Bewley, 70, Indianapolis, died July 13, 2023. Survivors: wife, Diana Bewley; son, Jason (Melissa) Bewley; daughter, Jessica Bewley-Smith; granddaughters, Jamie Smith, Journey Bewley and Jaida Smith; and sister, Sue (Dan) Kritsch. Services entrusted to Little & Sons, Stop Eleven Road Chapel.

Nell Cleary

Nell Cleary, Beech Grove, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. She was 79 years old. Nell was born in Owensboro, Ky. to her parents, Thomas and Mabel Livers. Nell married her husband, Thomas, on Feb. 24, 1968, and they shared 55 years of marriage together. Nell worked in the laundry service for the St. Paul Hermitage and later took to homemaking for her beloved family. Nell was a member of Trinity Baptist Church and later Arlington Baptist Church for 40 years; Nell’s family was a part of the founding congregation for Arlington Baptist Church. Nell enjoyed putting together her countless collection of puzzles. When not talking to family, Nell loved playing card games and board games with whomever would stop by. Nell was a master of chaotic organization; her system helped her to save every Christmas card she received since the year 2000. Nell loved children and helped to raise her 11 grandchildren. Nell’s friendly nature and loved of people and God will be dearly missed by those she leaves behind. Nell is survived by her husband, Thomas “Tom” Cleary; her children, Kevin (Heather) Cleary, Keith (Angela) Cleary and Corey (Lorelei) Cleary; her 11 grandchildren; her siblings, Anne Stone and Judy Marshall; her countless nieces and nephews. Nell is preceded in death by her parents. A visitation for Nell will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Forest Lawn Funeral Home from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The funeral service will be conducted by Pastor Richard Walton on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 1 p.m. Burial will immediately follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens at 2 p.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, funeral donations be sent to 109 S. 11th Ave., Beech Grove, IN, 46107.

James Paul Coleman Jr.

James Paul Coleman Jr. died July 3, 2023. Survivors: sons, James Coleman III (Danielle) and Jonathan Coleman (Coye Lloyd); brother, Dan Coleman, and three grandchildren. Services: 11 a.m., July 28, at the National Memorial at Crown Hill Cemetery. Services entrusted to Little & Sons, Beech Grove Chapel.

Larry O. DeCamp

Larry O. DeCamp, 83, of Indianapolis, passed away on July 21 with his wife, Ann by his side and with the gratefulness of friends and family for his devoted, wry and earnest impact on their lives. Larry was born Feb. 18, 1940, in Brazil, Ind., to Lucille and David O. DeCamp. After graduating as a football player and class leader from Brazil High School in 1958, Larry received a bachelor’s degree in social sciences from Indiana State University that foretold a lifelong love of history. He then served his country from 1963-67 in the U.S. Air Force, leaving honorably as a captain and returning home – meeting Martha Ann Hilton on a double date, blind, that led them to spend their lives together. Larry and Ann married in 1970, and raised two sons, David and Matthew. While Larry sustained a career in sales with various companies, retiring from Alro Steel at age 62, his career was balanced by a steadfast commitment to his family. Larry refused to miss his sons’ youth sports, education activities and ups and downs. Their family vacations rarely bypassed a historical site or a beach. His gardens always bloomed, and his attendance at Indiana University football games was never daunted despite the often-inevitable score. Larry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by Ann; his cousin, Karen Jones (Ron); son David (Jennifer) of Jacksonville, Fla.; and son Matthew (Lisa) with grandchildren, Bridger and Larsen of Denver. The family thanks the staff of Franciscan Health for their care and compassion for Larry. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, July 28, at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Greenwood, Ind. Services and burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Leukemia HYPERLINK "http:// www.lls.org/"& HYPERLINK "http://www.lls.org/" Lymphoma Society.

John Louis Gocke

John Louis Gocke, 85, Nineveh, died July 17, 2023. Survivors: wife, Rosalind; brother, William; sister, Rozann; daughters, Katherine, Suzanne, Karen; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; stepdaughters, Tammy, Pam, Ronda, Sheila; 12 step-grandchildren; 14 step-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death: first wife, Ida. G. H. Herrmann Funeral Home at The Gardens of Olive Branch.

Robert Edward Green

Robert Edward Green, 75, Indianapolis, died July 15, 2023. Survivors: wife, Sedora Ann Green; children, Robert W. (Bobbie) Green and April J. Green; three grandchildren, Billy (Drew) Hollon, Heather Green, John Beauchamp; one greatgrandchild, Jack Hollon; sister, Carol Lewis; niece, Lauren Budrow. Arrangements handled by G.H. Herrmann Funeral Home.

Richard (Rich) Louis Guerrero II

Richard (Rich) Louis Guerrero II, 47, Indianapolis, died July 15, 2023. Survivors: mother, Teresa Mae Murphy (Holton); stepmother, Carol Guerrero; brother, Leighton (Sadie) Guerrero, and many family members and friends. A memorial gathering and service was held at Little & Sons Funeral Home, Beech Grove Chapel.

Amber Renee Murphy

Amber Renee Murphy, 45, Indianapolis, died July 16, 2023. She was born Feb. 23, 1978, in Indianapolis to Howard and Laura Bailey. Survivors: two daughters, Ashtyn Murphy and Bailee Murphy; mother, Laura Bailey; father, Howard Bailey; sister, Deann Bailey; extended family. Arrangements: G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home.

Joseph “Mike” Nally

Joseph “Mike” Nally, 78, Franklin, died July 16, 2023. Survivors: wife, Karen; son, Ryan; sister, Judy; daughter-in-law, Sherry; grandchildren, Riley and Maxwell. A celebration of life ceremony will be held at a later date to honor and remember the life of Joseph “Mike” Nally. Arrangements: G.H. Herrmann Funeral Home.

Anna Mae Pike

Anna Mae Pike, 68, Indianapolis, died July 18, 2023. Survivors: daughter, Shirley Byram; son, Donald Lake II; nine grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; brothers, Robert John Jr. and Paul John. Preceded in death: father, Robert E John Sr.; mother, Shirley J. (Scales) John; stepbrother, Richard Branson. G.H. Herrmann East Street Funeral Home.

Eric Bruce Schleicher

Eric Bruce Schleicher, 68, Yorktown, Ind., died July 9, 2023. Survivors: daughter, Haley Schleicher (Sophie); sisters, Karla Rinehart (Jeff), Gretchen Owens (Frank) and brother, Roland (Rosemary) Schleicher. Celebration of life: Mulligans Clubhouse Grill, Crestview Golf Club Muncie, Ind., Sept. 24, 2 p.m. Little & Sons Beech Grove.

Georgia “Dixie” Spear

Georgia “Dixie” Spear, 96, died July 20, 2023. She was a widow of Willie Spear. Survivors: daughters, Patti Spear and Cathy (Tony) Denease; grandchild, Angie Denease. Arrangements by Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center.

Doug Zeckner

Doug Zeckner died July 18, 2023. Survivors: wife, Jo; and son, Eric. Doug was born on June 1, 1953, to Carl and Marlan Zeckner in Louisville, Ky. G.H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

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✞ CATHOLIC

*Good Shepherd Catholic Church

Holy Name of Jesus • 89 N. 17th Ave., Beech Grove. | Ph: (317) 784-5454. | Rev. Robert Robeson. | Worship Times & Anticipation Sun.: 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. | Sat. Mass: 5 p.m.

Saints Francis & Clare Catholic Church

• 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. | Ph: (317) 859-4673. | Fr. Steve Giannini. | Sat. Anticipation Mass: 5:30 p.m. | Sun.: 7, 8:45 & 11:30 a.m.

✞ CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST

✞ LUTHERAN

Calvary Lutheran Church and School

School: 9:25 a.m. | Ladies Bible Study: Wed. 10am | Womens Bible Study: Wed. 6pm | Engaging People in Christ through Connecting, Learning, Caring and Serving.

*Concordia Lutheran Church and Preschool • 305 Howard Road, Greenwood. | (317) 881-4477. | Worship Sun.: 9:30 a.m. | Mon.: 6:30 p.m. | concordia-lcms.com.

✞ NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Tallwood Chapel Community Church • 5560 S. Shelby St., Indpls. | Ph: (317) 7875595. | The Gospel is a seed - come grow with us. | Worship with us Sundays 10:30 a.m. Wed. 7 p.m. Prayers are with you during this time. | BIBLE CHURCH, Ministry of HOLY WORD.

✞ SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

Southside Seventh-Day Adventist • 4801 Shelbyville Road, Indpls. 46237| Ph: (317) 786-7002. | Services Sat.: 10:45 a.m. | Sabbath School: 9:30 a.m. | southsideadventist.org.

✞ SOUTHERN BAPTIST

Southwood Baptist Church • 501 S. 4th Ave., Beech Grove | Ph: 317-786-2719 |

PLACES OF WORSHIP

Proclaiming Christ because we care. | Pastor

John C. Jones II | Sunday worship 10:45am. | Sunday school 9:30am

✞ SPIRITUALIST

The Spiritualist Church of Indianapolis

• 3020 S. Meridian St. Ste. E & F, Indianapolis 46217. | Sun.: 6:30 p.m. | TSCOI.org.

✞ UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

St. John’s United Church of Christ • 7031

S. East St., Indpls (U.S. 31, Southport Road). | Ph: (317) 881-2353. | Sunday Worship: 10:30a.m. | Sunday School: 10:30a.m.

✞ UNITED METHODIST

Rosedale Hills United Methodist • 4450

✞ Disciples of Christ

First Christian Church of Beech Grove

• 405 Main Street, Beech Grove, IN 46107 | (317) 786-8522 | In Person on Sundays at 10:30 or Zoom, same time: 121 813 648

Verily, verily, I say unto you, That ye shall weep and lament, but the world shall rejoice: and ye shall be sorrowful, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy.

JOHN 16:20

The older I get the more my mind goes to misty water-colored memories of days gone by. It’s not the peaceful times that are forever etched into my memory, but instead, the times I faced and overcame life’s perils that come flooding back to me. I drifted down memory lane the other day and recalled taking my big brother on a boating adventure on White River. Just south of Harding and Troy there once was a dam built across the river. It was abandoned long ago and has since crumbled into a series of large waterfalls going over the remaining rubble. The wide and peaceful river narrows just before it goes over these raging falls. The calm waters gain speed as they near the falls, and the first time a friend took me there I panicked, thinking we would surely go over the

roaring falls just before my friend landed the boat at the bank, mere feet from certain death! I did not warn my brother of the rush he would feel when I took him to this “secret” fishing hole. As we neared the deafening falls, I waited to the last moment to turn toward the bank. Just as I saw the panic setting in his eyes, my motor died! I pulled and pulled and pulled, and by some miracle it started again with only seconds to spare! I find myself rejoicing in the memories of such trials, having overcome them all with a greater faith in the unseen hand. Let not the fear of death keep you from living your life! God is always with us!

God bless and go and have a great day.

Pastor Dan Bailey is the chair of the Mayor’s Faith Based Round Table for the City of Beech Grove, who believes in its mission statement to “Strengthen the Community with Christ’s Love.” He is a lifelong resident of Southside with his wife, four children and five grandchildren. He has also been a criminal investigator for the last 30-plus years for the Public Defender Agency.

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AUCTION OF PROPERTY BY Nick's Packing And Storage LLC. Public auction of personal property including household goods, furniture, non-perishables, belonging to the following persons: Tamika R Williams, Raul Merino, Amuri Edwards, Suzannr TilTon, on Thursday, AUGUST 3, 2023 at 6:30PM The location for the auction is: Mike Heimel Auction Services 59 N. 2nd Ave, Beech Grove, IN 46107 PURUSANT TO IC 32-31-4-4, IC 32-31-4-5, IC 26-1-7-210(B)(5)

FILED July 5, 2023, Clerk of the Court, Marion County. STATE OF INDIANA, COUNTY OF MARION, IN RE: THE CHANGE OF NAME: RAVEN MICHELLE HUGHES Petitioner, IN THE MARION CIRCUIT COURT, CAUSE NO.: 49C01-2304MI-016325. ALIAS NOTICE OF HEARING FOR PUBLICATION Notice is hereby given that Petitioner filed a Verified Petition for Change of Name on 4/21/23 requesting a name change from RAVEN MICHELLE HUGHES to RAVEN MICHELLE WILLIAMS. The Petition is scheduled for hearing in the Marion Circuit Court on September 26, 2023 at 1:30PM which is more than (30) days after the third notice of publication. Any person has the right to appear at the hearing and to file written objections on or before the hearing date. This hearing will be held in-person in the Marion Circuit Court, located at the Community Justice Center: 675 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203. SO ORDERED July 5, 2023. JUDGE, Marion Circuit Court

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NOTICE OF ADOPTION Garry Allen Beeler (hereinafter “Father”) is notified that a petition for adoption of a child named Jaxson Zane Jones (hereinafter “the child”), who was born to Jazmin Jones on January 8, 2016, was filed in the Office of the Clerk of Marion Superior Court, 675 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203 under Cause No. 49D09-2207-AD-025494. The petition alleges that Father’s consent should not be required because Father abandoned the child for at least six (6) months immediately preceding the filing of the petition. If Father seeks to contest the adoption of the child, Father must file a motion to contest the adoption in accordance with Indiana Code 31-19-10-1 in the above named court not later than fifteen (15) days after the date of service of this notice. If Father does not file a motion to contest the adoption of the child within fifteen (15) days after service of this notice, the above referenced court will hear and determine the petition for adoption; Father’s consent to adoption will be irrevocably implied; and Father will lose the right to contest either the adoption or the validity of Father’s implied consent to the adoption. No oral statement made to Father relieves Father of his obligations under this notice. This notice complies with Indiana Code 31-19-4.5-3 but does not exhaustively set forth a person’s legal obligations under the Indiana adoption statutes. A person being served with this notice should consult the Indiana adoption statutes.

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SECTION 8 Waiting list for 1 Bedroom Apt. will be OPENING on Tue. Aug 8th 10am -2 pm No additional application will be accepted until further notice. Apply in person photo ID required. Willow Glen Souths Apartments 4880 Willow Glen Drive Beech Grove, Indiana 46107 (9th & Thompson).

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

Beech Grove

Willow Glen South one bedroom waitlist CLOSING Tue. Aug. 8th, 2023 at 2pm. No additional application will be accepted until further notice. Apply in person photo ID required. Willow Glen Souths Apartments 4880 Willow Glen Drive Beech Grove, Indiana 46107 (9th & Thompson).

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