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LOCALIZED CARE

WESTFIELD AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER BRINGS ADVANCED OUTPATIENT PROCEDURES CLOSER TO HOME

Broad Ripple Seafood Market North And Bar Brings Fresh Seafood To Westfield

County Tourism

Sun King Brewing Expands In Hamilton County

VitaFlex+ Turns A Student Idea Into An AthleteFocused Innovation

Orthodontics

On Personalized

Ambulatory

Center Brings

Outpatient Procedures Closer to Home

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Th ur s d ay s , M a y 7–Se p t e m b e r 3 . 5 – 8 p.m.

Grand Junction Pl a z a | 225 S. Union St. presented by Community Health Net work

D O N U T T R A I L

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Westﬁeld Trail System presented by The Farmers Bank

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J un e 10, 2 4 ; Jul y 22 ; A u g u s t 15 . 7:3 0 p.m.

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C R E E K S T O M P S

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J A M S AT T H E J U N C T I O N

J une 26 ; J uly 17; Aug u st 7, 21, 28 . 7–9 p.m.

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K IDS S U M M E R S E R I E S

Tu e s d ay s, J une 2–J u l y 28 . 9:30 –11 a.m.

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OW L P E L L E T DISSEC T I O N S

June 3, 17; July 15 . 10 –11 a.m.

Grand Junction Plaza | 225 S. Union St.

F I T NESS I N T H E PA R K

June 1, 8, 15 . 6 –7 p.m.

Grand Junction Plaza | 225 S. Union St.

F I S HING W I T H F R I E NDS

Sat urday, June 6 . 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Simon Moon Park | 30 4 4 E. 171st St. presented by Williams Creek Management

W IF F L E BA L L AT T HE P L A Z A

June 10, 24 ; July 8, 22 . 10–11 a.m.

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TOU C H-A- T R U C K

Wednesday, J une 17 . 4:30 –7:30 p.m.

Droplight Grand Park Sports Campus (Lot F) | 19000 Grand Park Blvd.

SENSORY N AT U R E WA L K

Saturday, June 20 . 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Midland Trace Trail

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R E D, W H I T E , & B LOO M FA R M E R S M A R K E T

Thursday, July 2 . 5 – 8 p.m.

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F R E E D O M PA R A D E & KICKOFF CONCERT

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Saturday, July 4 . 4–10:30 p.m.

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A FRESH CATCH

BROAD RIPPLE SEAFOOD MARKET NORTH AND BAR BRINGS FRESH SEAFOOD TO WESTFIELD

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For some people, success means stability; for others, it sparks a new venture. That is the case for Todd Reisenbigler, owner of Broad Ripple Seafood Market North and Bar, the newest splash on the restaurant scene in downtown Westfield. The coastalstyle market and restaurant is an expanded vision of his existing business, Broad Ripple Seafood Market.

His focus is on fresh fish, fresh ingredients and whole food. Reisenbigler intentionally works with small suppliers who source fish sustainably, which is very important to him. He seeks out a variety of fresh fish from U.S. coasts and around the world that are rarely offered in Indiana.

“We are unique because our seafood is fresh, never frozen. It comes in every morning,” he says. “We have a wide variety from locations like Hawaii, Alaska, Florida and as far away as New Zealand. From the wet bar, you can choose your dinner from the case or take something special home. We will even coach you on how to prepare it if you like.”

Each dish is prepared with care from

scratch. From lobster, halibut and grouper to a shrimp po’boy and oysters shucked on the spot, there is no shortage of fresh, delicious choices. The seafood chowder has become a signature dish. Based on the success of the Broad Ripple location, the formula is working.

FILLING A NEED IN A LANDLOCKED STATE

Reisenbigler built a career in the mortgage business and has a history of successful businesses. He also loves to travel the world, enjoy great food and wine, and developed a passion for cooking along the way. His family most recently lived in California, where they could enjoy finding fresh seafood in markets and restaurants on a regular basis. When they moved back to Indiana, they missed that and thought they could fill that void by bringing a coastal vibe and delicious fish to the heartland.

“There are a lot of fish lovers around. They have eaten great seafood in coastal locations and are shocked to find it here. We want the top level of excellence in our food and to engage with the customers. Serving people

in the community is the magical part.”

The original Broad Ripple Seafood Market’s vibrant coastal vibe has resonated with locals and beyond, with business quadrupling over the past 2 years. Reisenbigler knew the concept could be expanded successfully and found the perfect spot in growing Westfield.

A FRESH ADDITION TO THE WESTFIELD DINING SCENE

The Westfield location will have the same feel as the Broad Ripple market on a much larger scale. It will have a full commercial kitchen and a 3-way bar. With a total capacity of 75, customers can enjoy a Cape Cod or Florida Keys restaurant experience. A large patio will be available year-round, with a stage for live music just off the Midland Trail.

“It will be like an escape to the coast, only in Indiana,” Reisenbigler says.

Reisenbigler lives in Westfield and sees it as the perfect location for his passion project. His family is very connected to the growing

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community. With no fish markets in Westfield, it fills a niche in that respect while also offering a unique dining experience in the burgeoning dining and entertainment scene.

He has multiple reasons for launching this new adventure.

“People. I love people,” he says. “That fills my tank more than anything else. Hearing how much people enjoy the food and serving them. But ultimately, this is a legacy for my family. I want to be able to hand something off that they can be proud of.”

Broad Ripple Seafood Market North and Bar opened in mid-May, with a grand opening planned for June.

Learn more about Broad Ripple Seafood Market North and Bar by visiting them online at bardalesseafood.com.

10 Things to Do This Summer in Hamilton County, Indiana

Summertime is a season when school’s out, pools are open and it’s easy to lose track of the day of the week. Start making your summer bucket list – after all, there’s plenty to discover in Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield and beyond. We’re giving you a head start on planning your vacation in Indiana with these 10 ideas.

SKYLAKE ADVENTURES

SKYLAKE Adventures is a year-round destination offering a personalized, selfpaced experience where guests choose their immersive journey: a relaxing lake escape or a day of adventure with thrilling water and land attractions, all within a stunning outdoor environment. SKYLAKE Adventures will open in Summer 2026 in Sheridan, Indiana.

WHITE RIVER

The White River spans more than 25 miles in Hamilton County, stretching from Noblesville to Carmel and Fishers, and then to Indianapolis. Canoe, kayak or tube the river with a rental from White River Canoe Company. There are multiple river access points allowing for varied trip lengths. Walk scenic trails along the river at several parks including Strawtown Koteewi Park and Potter’s Bridge Park. Stroll along the Riverwalk in downtown Noblesville, then walk to Historic Noblesville Square for a bite to eat.

NICKEL PLATE EXPRESS RAIL BIKES

Climb aboard Hamilton County’s familyfriendly attraction this summer with excursions for all. Don’t miss the new Rail Bikes. Pedal along the rail line while enjoying scenic views of Hamilton County.

MUSEUM EXPERIENCE CENTER AT CONNER PRAIRIE

Conner Prairie is a nationally acclaimed history museum and Indiana’s first Smithsonian affiliate. The Museum Experience Center features six indoor immersive areas where guests explore, discover and play as they enter a new way of experiencing Prairietown. Areas include “Power of Place,” tracing 15,000 years of community development along the White River; “Wellspring,” which recognizes Wes Bruce and The Curious Life; and “Torn: A Family Portrait,” which explores the deeper story of Conner Prairie’s founding family.

MILES AND MILES OF TRAILS

Set out for a trail adventure. Explore premier trails like the Monon Trail, Midland Trace Trail, Nickel Plate Trail and White River Greenway Trail for some family fun. These well-marked, paved trails will lead you to shopping, dining, sightseeing and family fun.

TENDERLOIN TUESDAYS™

Born and Breaded in Hamilton County, the Tenderloin Trail™, is celebrating 17 years of deals and delicious food. Claim your pass for tenderloin deals every Tuesday from June 30 - July 28.

SUMMER CONCERTS

From free to famous, this summer’s lineup is going to be music to your ears. National artists like Dave Matthews Band, Phish, John Mellencamp and so many more are headlining the stage at Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center. At Kroger Symphony on the Prairie enjoy shows like Star-Spangled Symphony and Disney

in Concert. And don’t forget about the countless community concerts in Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville and Westfield.

AMERICA250 CELEBRATIONS

Summer is synonymous with festivals and Hamilton County has plenty to choose. Mark your calendars for local favorites like: Spark!Fishers - June 26-27

Lights Over Morse - July 1-4

America 250 in Westfield - July 3

Carmelfest - July 3-4

Glorious Fourth at Conner Prairie - July 3-5

Noblesville Fireworks Festival – July 4

For a complete look go to VisitHamiltonCounty.com/250

OUTDOOR DINING

Warmer temperatures can only mean one thing: patio weather. There’s nothing like the opportunity to enjoy a meal outside – drink in hand, of course – and soak up the sunshine. There are great options throughout the county including 3UP Rooftop Bar, 1933 Lounge by St. Elmo, Boathouse Kitchen & Swan Dive, Wolfies Grill (Noblesville), Juniper on Main, Sun King Brewery, Chiba, Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream, Field Brewing, Four Day Ray Brewing and Juniper on Main

EPIC SPORTING EVENTS

Get up close with the NFL FLAG Championships and Indianapolis Colts at Training Camp at Grand Parks Sports Campus and LIV Golf. Fans will flock to Westfield to experience the action and cheer for their team. Learn more about professional sports in Hamilton County at VisitHamiltonCounty.com/Pro-Teams.

WESTFIELD’S NEWEST TAPROOM

SUN KING BREWING EXPANDS IN HAMILTON COUNTY

The wait is finally over and Sun King Brewery’s newest location in Westfield at Grand Junction Plaza is open and ready to serve the community.

“We are excited to be a part of such a vibrant and growing community! Everyone from the mayor, his team, the City Council, police and fire departments have been so friendly and helpful. It makes a huge impact when you are finding your way in a new community and are building a new home,” says Clay Robinson, co-founder and CEO of Sun King Brewing.

Sun King Brewing Westfield is located right across the street from Grand Junction Plaza, the heart of Westfield.

Grand Junction Plaza serves as the designated park space for year-round

community events and gatherings in Westfield. And Sun King Brewing Westfield’s location positions them to be an extension of these experiences.

“We work very closely with Justin Moffett from Old Town Design Group, who was instrumental in the redevelopment of Midtown Carmel and now downtown Westfield. Over four years ago, Justin started talking to us about what was happening in Westfield and as it continued to come together, we saw the vision and knew it would be a great opportunity,” says Robinson.

Now joining the Carmel and Fishers locations, Sun King Brewing has been purposeful in choosing its locations and in establishing its footprint in Hamilton County.

“All of our locations are unique, and we genuinely want them all to have their own vibe and feel like they are a part of the communities we serve. When we designed our Westfield location, we integrated things we learned over the years from our other locations. Sun King Westfield has a single food partner with a variety of options. The first floor is open concept, casual, family friendly with our food partner front and center. The second floor is a little more upscale and caters to our 21-plus guests and has a private room for meetings and events,” says Robinson.

Sun King Brewing has evolved over the years, but at its core, it is a place where people can come together and for adults to enjoy a finely crafted beer.

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“When we started Sun King 17 years ago in downtown Indianapolis, our tap room was exclusively for adults of legal drinking age, but as our fan base and our team continued to grow and evolve, kids became part of the equation and we started to incorporate food partners and space for our guests to include their families,” says Robinson.

Unique to Sun King Brewing Westfield is the Upper House Social, an exclusive area located on the second floor designated for adults 21 and older. This area was designed to offer guests an area to socialize in an intimate, exclusive space.

“Upper House Social is our secondfloor space that caters to adults, because sometimes you get a sitter and want to spend some quality time. It has a more upscale, lounge-like feel and opens up to our amazing second-floor patio with sweeping views of the Grand Junction Plaza and Park. There is also a special food menu for Upper House Social that is designed to complement the drinks and atmosphere,” says Robinson.

Sun King Westfield will have all the Sun King signature craft beers on tap, including Sunlight, Orange Vanilla Sunlight, Pachanga, Wee Mac, Osiris and Keller Haze.

The Stacked House food menu at Sun King Westfield is simple but filled with familiar classic options and features appetizers of mozzarella sticks, chicken wings, loaded nachos and a giant soft pretzel; handheld foods including smash burgers, wraps, fish tacos and a pulled pork sandwich; salads; kids meals; ice cream; and classic and gourmet milkshakes.

“We had a local restaurant group that was originally slated to be our partner in Westfield, but as the project got closer to completion, they opened several new locations and decided the Sun King Westfield was more than they were able to take on. Ali from Stacked House worked for that restaurant group and jumped at the opportunity when he heard about it. He has decades of experience spanning all aspects of the restaurant industry, but this is his first entrepreneurial endeavor, and he has been a great partner, from menu design to

execution,” says Robinson.

Sun King Brewing Westfield is located at 133 S. Union St.

Information about Sun King Westfield’s hours, food and drink menus, specials and events can be found on the Sun King Brewing social media sites, online at sunkingbrewing.com and on the Sun King Brewery mobile app that can be downloaded.

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WESTFIELD YOUTH SPORTS SELECTS 2026 TUCKER SWAIN SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Megan Buschemeyer and Clayton Walther have been selected as the 2026 Tucker Swain Memorial Scholarship recipients. The two Westfield High School seniors were recognized between games on Sunday afternoon at Monon Trail Elementary during the final day of the Third Annual Tucker Swain Memorial Tournament.

Buschemeyer and Walther are former WYSI participants and will receive a scholarship that honors the memory of Tucker Swain.

“The scholarship selection committee once again had a large number of deserving candidates to choose from,” Tucker Swain Committee Member Andy Tolle explains.

“After narrowing the group down to six finalists, we were thrilled to identify Megan

and Clayton as the scholarship winners.”

Westfield Youth Sports Inc. (WYSI) worked closely with the scholarship committee this year to select Megan Buschemeyer and Clayton Walther as the recipients. Each student will receive a $1,000 scholarship to be used at the institution of their choice. Megan has decided to continue her education at Indiana University and Clayton will attend Hope College.

“We were incredibly impressed by the quality responses we received from all the candidates and truly believe that Megan and Clayton reflect the values at the heart of Tucker’s legacy,” Tolle adds.

Tucker Swain, a vibrant third-grade student

at Oak Trace Elementary School, left a lasting mark on the community with his kindness, intelligence, humor, and creativity. Actively involved in various sports, including baseball, basketball, and football through WYSI –Tucker’s passion for athletics and commitment to excellence continue to inspire.

“WYSI is honored to work alongside the Swain family and the selection committee to celebrate Tucker’s spirit,” says WYSI Board Member Carolyn West. “Each year, this scholarship reminds us of the incredible impact one young person can have—and helps us support students who reflect the same heart and passion Tucker shared with our community.”

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In a classroom at Westfield High School, student-athletes Olivia Bates and Sam Foster transformed a routine assignment into a business opportunity. Their real-life struggle with existing bandages sparked the development of VitaFlex+, earning them top honors at the Westfield Innovation Competition.

Bates and Foster credit a class for introducing them to entrepreneurship and spurring their curiosity into action.

“It’s our favorite class,” Bates says.

It showed them that everyday problems are opportunities, a mindset that led to their breakthrough idea.

That idea was born courtside. During a volleyball tournament, Bates found herself repeatedly dealing with a frustrating issue: a patch of warts on her knee that, despite careful coverage, would reopen midgame. Each time, she was forced to step away and seek help from an athletic trainer, losing valuable playing time. Instead of accepting it as part of the game, Bates and Foster saw a gap in the market.

VitaFlex+ is an “amplified bandage” designed for athletes who need reliable coverage during activity. It combines high-grade, hypoallergenic, PFAS-free kinesiology tape with nonadherent gauze,

VITAFLEX+ TURNS A STUDENT IDEA INTO AN ATHLETE-FOCUSED INNOVATION

offering secure, flexible protection that stays put during intense play, reduces irritation and helps wounds heal without sticking to injuries.

“We wanted something that would actually stay on,” Foster says. “So athletes can focus on their performance instead of worrying about their injuries.”

Early validation came in an unexpected way. While still in development, an athletic trainer discovered VitaFlex+ on TikTok and reached out directly, expressing enthusiasm and asking when it would be available. For Bates and Foster, that moment signaled real potential.

“It was so cool to see that medical

professionals were interested in what we were creating,” Bates says.

Over the past year, VitaFlex+ has evolved through research, trial and error, and collaboration with health care professionals. Today’s prototype includes features like a butterfly-shaped cut, paper backing and nonadherent gauze, all designed for athletes.

Behind the scenes, the pair has divided responsibilities to keep the business moving forward. Bates focuses on financials, manufacturing logistics and communications, while Foster leads marketing and creative strategy. Despite their distinct roles, they say collaboration remains key, especially when tackling major projects.

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Liv and Sam

Like many startups, one of their biggest challenges has been manufacturing. Producing the product by hand proved time-consuming and difficult to keep sanitary, prompting plans to partner with a manufacturing company using their competition winnings.

Throughout their journey, mentorship has played a pivotal role. Their teacher, John Moore, has guided them in developing a growth mindset, while mentor Melissa Dicke, president of Elite Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, has connected them with industry professionals who helped refine the product.

Winning the innovation competition was a defining moment. Standing before a room of supportive business leaders, holding an oversized check, the reality of their accomplishment set in.

“It felt surreal,” Bates says. “To have people believe in our product and want us to

succeed meant everything.”

Their vision for VitaFlex+ centers on meeting athletes’ needs and scaling the business. Bates and Foster plan to secure manufacturing, connect with investors, partner with female athletes and launch the

product to market by summer.

For two high school students, the future of VitaFlex+ is already taking shape, not just as a class project, but as a business with real impact.

CONFIDENT SMILES

VOLOVIC ORTHODONTICS FOCUSES ON PERSONALIZED CARE AND MODERN TREATMENT

Dr. James Volovic and the staff at Volovic Orthodontics are committed to building meaningful relationships with their patients and their families.

Dr. Volovic prides himself on making sure all questions get answered and is dedicated to quality, efficiency, and attention to detail. As a former recipient of orthodontic treatment himself, he knows the positive difference it makes in the life of his patients.

The Hamilton County native quips that he spent 10 years as a student at Indiana University. He spent his undergraduate years in Bloomington and then went on to four years of IU Dental School in Indianapolis, where he finished second in his class. He capped off his decade at IU with a two-year orthodontic residency, completing his specialized training.

”Orthodontics is so much more than straightening teeth. It’s about giving someone the confidence to walk into a room and smile without hesitation. I lived that experience myself. I didn’t feel comfortable

smiling until I had orthodontic treatment as an adult, and it changed everything for me. That’s the gift I want to give every patient who walks through our doors. We’ve created an environment where patients actually look forward to their appointments, and that energy is something families feel the moment they arrive,” Dr. Volovic says.

Dr. Volovic and his wife Alexandra, a former counselor at Westfield High School, live in Hamilton County with their 16-month-old daughter. When Dr. Michelle Wittler was ready to retire, Dr. Volovic acquired her practice, located at 534 IN 32 in Westfield. Now named Volovic Orthodontics, it serves the same families that have relied on it for over 20 years.

“Continuity of care was my top priority during the transition. Dr. Wittler and I worked side by side for several months so that every family could get to know me before any changes took place. These patients had built a relationship with this practice over decades, and I wanted to honor that trust by ensuring they never felt

like just another chart. My promise to this community is that the personal care they’ve come to expect isn’t going anywhere. It’s only going to grow,” Dr. Volovic says.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children should be seen by an orthodontist by age seven for an evaluation. Dr. Volovic shares that a child this age will still have some baby teeth, but any problem with jaw alignment, spacing, or bite will be evident. If corrected early, more problems can be avoided later.

“Early evaluation is one of the most valuable services we offer, and it’s complimentary at our office. Catching issues at age seven doesn’t necessarily mean a child will need braces right away. Often it just means we can monitor their growth and intervene at exactly the right moment. That kind of timing can prevent more invasive treatment down the road, save families money, and lead to better long-term results. Parents should never feel they’re being premature by bringing their child in for a consultation,” Dr. Volovic says.

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Most treatments start at age 11 to 14, when a child is hitting their growth spurt and the permanent teeth are in. Orthodontic treatment is also available for adults whose teeth have shifted due to not wearing retainers or aging in general. There are several treatment options.

The course of treatment depends on the age of the patient and the issues that must be addressed. Volovic Orthodontics offers treatment plans that range from traditional braces to nearly invisible options such as Invisalign. Retainer services and teeth whitening are also available.

“Every smile is unique, and every treatment plan should be too. I personally sit down with each patient and their family at every visit to walk through the plan, answer questions, and make sure they feel completely informed. Parents are always welcome to sit right beside their child during treatment, and there are no closed doors here. We’ve also invested in the latest

technology so we can deliver the most comfortable, accurate experience possible. Our 3D scanner has replaced the messy impression material most people remember dreading, and our digital imaging allows us to plan treatment with a level of precision that simply wasn’t possible a few years ago. Better technology means shorter treatment times, fewer appointments, and more predictable results,” Dr. Volovic says.

“I grew up in this community, and being able to give back by providing exceptional orthodontic care to the families here is genuinely the highlight of my career. Westfield is a special place, and watching it grow has been remarkable. I’m grateful for the support of the Westfield community and the way they champion local businesses working together. When you choose Volovic Orthodontics, you’re not just choosing an orthodontist. You’re choosing a neighbor who’s invested in your family for the long haul,” Dr. Volovic says.

LOCALIZED CARE

WESTFIELD AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER BRINGS ADVANCED OUTPATIENT PROCEDURES CLOSER TO HOME

For years, many Westfield residents needing specialized surgical care often found themselves driving outside the city for procedures, consultations and follow-up care. That is beginning to change with the arrival of the new Westfield Ambulatory Surgery Center, a facility designed to bring advanced outpatient surgical services closer to home while introducing procedures and technologies rarely found in a free-standing surgery center setting.

Healthcare consultant Nedra Moran, now administrator of the surgery center, has worked in healthcare operations, development and advocacy for many years. Moran stated that healthcare is facing great challenges in today’s society, and the developers and Westfield City Council recognized the need for this type of facility in the Westfield area. Moran initially presented details of the project to the Westfield City Council and has remained deeply involved in helping guide the center

from concept to reality.

Moran’s experience exposed her to the complexity of healthcare regulations, operational challenges and the ever-changing demands healthcare administrators face daily. Through Healthcare 4 Tomorrow, Moran works to help organizations navigate those evolving regulations while also advocating for legislation that positively impacts healthcare operations.

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The Westfield Ambulatory Surgery Center became especially meaningful because of what Moran observed throughout Hamilton County. In performing due diligence regarding the location of the surgery center, it became very clear from citizens of the Westfield community that they felt strongly improvement was needed and that it should take place in the community where they lived so they could remain in their community.

“I had been observing the healthcare available to the citizens in the Westfield, Noblesville and smaller communities in the area and felt that improvement was needed,” Moran says. “The improvement should be introduced in the community so the citizens have strong healthcare in their community and do not have to go to other areas.”

Their vision helped shape the Westfield Ambulatory Surgery Center’s mission — to create a modern, efficient outpatient environment where patients can receive advanced care without the lengthy hospital experience often associated with surgery and have it done in their community.

Unlike traditional hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers focus on outpatient procedures that allow patients to return home the same day. Moran says today’s surgical advances have dramatically changed how procedures are performed and how patients recover.

“The Westfield Ambulatory Surgery Center

offers procedures in an appropriate facility, one that allows patients to complete their procedure within approximately two to three hours and return to their own home afterward,” Moran says. “We often chuckle that the patient is not sick when they are admitted, and they are not sick when they are discharged.”

This efficiency is made possible through advances in anesthesia, surgical equipment and streamlined staffing models. Patients spend less time waiting, less time recovering onsite and often experience lower overall costs compared to hospital-based procedures.

The center is expected to begin surgeries this June after completing required surveys and inspections. Once operational, the facility will offer a wide range of specialties, including general surgery, gynecology, podiatry, pain management, endoscopy, dental procedures and plastic surgery.

But what truly sets this facility apart is its ambition to offer procedures rarely seen in a free-standing surgery center environment.

According to Moran, the Westfield Ambulatory Surgery Center will become the first surgery center in Indiana to offer robotic surgeries, cardiac procedures, vascular procedures and stem cell procedures. Nationally, it will be only the second free-standing surgery center to provide cardiac and vascular procedures. The center has two Dexter robots that

will be utilized for various gynecological procedures as well as general surgery. The robots offer physicians improved efficiencies, as well as improved efficiencies for their patients. The electrophysiology operating room will provide patients needing various cardiac procedures an alternative to the hospital. Patients are excited about this new alternative, and having it located in their community is an added plus for everyone.

The stem cell component represents another emerging area of medicine that Moran believes could significantly impact patients struggling with chronic pain and difficult conditions.

Beyond the medical capabilities, Moran says the center also fills another important need: attracting more independent physicians to the area.

“In addition to the items already mentioned, the center has already attracted new, independent physicians to the community. This allows more opportunities for the citizens to establish themselves with a local physician who is close to their residence.”

Local accessibility can have a major impact on growing communities like Westfield, where rapid population growth has increased demand for healthcare services. Easier scheduling, shorter drive times and quicker access to specialists all contribute to a more convenient patient experience.

Moran also believes ambulatory surgery centers create advantages that extend beyond convenience.

“The difference between the operation of a free-standing surgery center with independent physicians and a hospital is efficiency of time, lower cost and maintaining the patient as the focus of the center,” Moran says.

According to Moran, physicians and administrators are directly invested in the operation of the facility, and therefore there is a stronger emphasis on maintaining efficiency, improving service and ensuring patients feel informed and comfortable throughout the process.

“Physicians and administration have a vested involvement in ensuring the surgery center is operated in a manner that will continue to provide a service that is always efficient, lower in cost and maintains the patient as the focus of the center.”

Creating that patient-centered atmosphere became one of the driving philosophies behind the project.

“I hope all patients feel welcome when they walk through the doors,” Moran says. “I hope they will experience a feeling of calm and confidence, as well as an understanding that the only reason we are there is to provide them with quality care.”

While the Westfield Ambulatory Surgery Center now stands on the verge of opening, the road to completion was not without challenges.

“Our biggest struggle was that the decision to move forward with the development of the surgery center and the medical office facilities in the building was made when COVID-19 was discovered as a major issue.”

Like countless construction and healthcare projects launched during the pandemic era, supply chain disruptions created delays and difficulties in obtaining materials needed for construction. Many of those issues, Moran says, continue to affect projects nationwide even today.

Despite those obstacles, Moran says the City of Westfield and the Westfield City Council remained supportive throughout the approval process.

“Obtaining approvals from the city of Westfield and the City Council went extremely well, and they were cooperative and welcoming,” Moran says.

That support reflects Westfield’s continued investment in healthcare infrastructure as the city grows into one of central Indiana’s fastest-expanding communities.

The center’s impact is also expected to extend well beyond Westfield city limits. According to Moran, many physicians

affiliated with the center already serve patients from Carmel, Noblesville, Fishers, Zionsville and Boone County.

“Our center offers new methods and procedures for all of these patients,” Moran says. “The ease of being able to have procedures scheduled promptly and having the patients served on time is one of the major advantages.”

Scheduling delays have become a growing frustration in healthcare systems nationwide, but Moran says the surgery center uses a different scheduling model that allows physicians to secure operating times more efficiently, reducing long waits for procedures. For patients, that can mean quicker access to care and less uncertainty surrounding surgery dates.

As opening day approaches, Moran says one of the most rewarding aspects has been seeing the public response to the facility itself.

“The most rewarding part of developing and witnessing the center come to life is seeing the positive excitement when people first see the center and realize the differences in being admitted to the center as opposed to other facilities,” Moran says.

Moran adds that patients quickly recognize the benefits, from lower costs and operational efficiency to the welcoming culture among physicians and staff.

“The staff recognizes that they are more like a family as opposed to just co-workers,” Moran says. “The physicians and staff work cohesively and enjoy their accomplishments every day.”

For Moran, the surgery center represents more than just a new building or business venture. It reflects a broader shift toward localized, patient-focused healthcare designed to meet the needs of rapidly growing communities.

And for Westfield residents, it signals something equally important: access to advanced healthcare services without leaving the community they call home.

CRISIS SUPPORT

THE RELY CENTER EXPANDS MENTAL HEALTH CARE IN HAMILTON COUNTY

Opening in October 2025, The Rely Center, located on Aspire Indiana Health’s campus in Noblesville, is a crisis stabilization facility designed to provide urgent mental and behavioral health intervention, with psychiatric care through triage, stabilization services in a voluntary 23-hour setting, and transition support by offering pathways into long-term care with referrals and connections.

The Rely Center offers all three components of comprehensive crisis support by being someone to call, someone to respond and a safe place for help. Aspire Indiana Health and The Rely Center offer immediate assistance during a behavioral and mental health crisis by always being available through their crisis line at (800) 560-4038 or (317) 574-1252.

By contacting the crisis line, and depending on the situation, the crisis coordinator can have someone respond to the patient through the mobile crisis team being dispatched to the crisis, and The Rely Center is equipped to be a safe place for the patient to get adequate care.

Taking 2 years and a collaborative planning approach with key stakeholders from the community, The Rely Center was a culmination of creating an initiative to fill a gap in mental health services for the community.

“We listened to the needs and assessed the gaps for alternatives to crisis care, which is why Rely has two levels of care within the facility. Our psychiatric urgent care serves ages 5 and up and is designed to mirror a medical urgent care. Here we can triage, assess and address the crisis within 2 hours. Then we have our adults-only 23-hour stabilization unit, where individuals need more time to stabilize the crisis situation. This entire space is not meant to feel medical or clinical, but relaxing and comfortable. We also offer some comforts of home that can make all the difference during a crisis,” says Vanessa Pataky, vice president of service access at Aspire Indiana Health.

One concern identified by community partners was the need to address and support youth and adolescents in Hamilton County who are experiencing a crisis.

“By working with our community and understanding their needs, we were able to fill a much-needed gap. To date, about 19% of our total visits have been for those under 18 years old. Of the more than 400 visits we have had since opening, we are able to resolve 87% of their crisis needs,” says Pataky.

Creating intricate details of comfort and support when a person is in crisis is an important facet of The Rely Center.

The Rely Center’s psychiatric urgent care is the first part of its

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full spectrum of crisis services, providing a quick, comprehensive triage and thorough assessment of a patient to address and meet their mental health and medical needs in a calm and relaxed environment. To accommodate youth and their families, The Rely Center has 2 larger triage rooms designed to have additional space and seating.

The Rely Center’s adult 23-hour stabilization unit is designed to provide a safe, relaxing environment for a patient who needs additional time during a crisis to reset and relax. The setting includes dimmed lights, white noise, warm colors, tranquil wallpaper, private recliners with privacy side curtains and relaxing coping mechanisms, including warming blankets, eye masks, ear plugs, wireless headphones and a tablet preloaded with calming applications. For patients needing more long-term care, The Rely Center provides a warm handoff, assisting patients through the transition by offering ongoing support after discharge and creating a seamless transition.

“The Rely Center’s multidisciplinary approach is to treat the whole person and understand the connection between mental health and medical health,” says Pataky.

The Rely Center’s multidisciplinary team consists of a highly trained staff with additional training surrounding crisis management,

de-escalation and support, including Crisis Prevention and Mental Health First Aid, giving staff the tools needed to assist and support patients. Alongside the patient, the multidisciplinary team works together in determining a treatment plan and a course of action in neutralizing the crisis.

The Rely Center is a part of Aspire Indiana Health. Founded in 1966, Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit community health system that provides comprehensive healthcare services, including behavioral health therapy, primary medical and specialty care, addiction treatment, recovery residences, pharmacy services, crisis continuum care and programs addressing the social drivers of health to Hoosiers with health centers in Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Madison, Marion and Shelby counties.

As a nonprofit healthcare provider, the community can support Aspire Indiana Health and The Rely Center by spreading the word about its services, making donations, purchasing items from its Amazon wish list and learning more online.

The Rely Center is located at 17840 Cumberland Road in Noblesville. To learn more about its services, visit them online at aspireindiana.org/crisis-services/relycenter.

MINDFUL CARE

SENTRY INTEGRATIVE MENTAL HEALTH OFFERS HOLISTIC SUPPORT IN NOBLESVILLE

A new mental health practice in downtown Noblesville is offering a variety of services to treat clients with a holistic and

Tim Reed, psychiatric nurse practitioner and owner of Sentry Integrative Mental Health, was inspired to start his business after his experiences working with the traditional American

“We have that ‘hurry up and wait’ mentality that’s very prevalent in the health care system,” he says. “Many times a patient’s experience has been, ‘Here, take this pill, come back and see me in 6 weeks and let me know how it goes.’ The quality of care suffers when you see people rapidly and just can’t meet the level of care that people deserve. My goal is to build a real connection with folks.”

Reed works with those who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, chronic stress and burnout. He serves clients ages 13 and older.

Prospective patients may schedule an appointment for a free 15-minute meeting to discuss their concerns while learning about the various treatment options available.

During a psychiatric evaluation, a patient who is diagnosed with a mental health condition is offered a treatment plan, which may involve medication management and/or qualified therapists. Reed may also recommend faith-based counselors in the

IV therapy is a holistic alternative to psychiatric medicines. Lab work identifies depleted nutrients in the body that contribute to symptoms such as irritability, anxiety, poor concentration and low moods. A diet lacking nutrition, problems in the

gut, and medication side effects can also contribute to deficiencies. IV therapy helps replenish lost nutrients with specific vitamins, minerals and amino acids.

“Some people don’t like pharmaceuticals; some people have suspicion around pharma, and there are nutritional deficiencies that can lead to mental health symptoms, and I can draw labs and help identify some of those things and work to replenish those through IV therapy,” Reed says.

Those suffering from persistent brain fog, fatigue, low motivation, chronic stress, burnout and age-related cognitive changes may benefit from NAD+ infusions. NAD+, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, is a coenzyme found in every cell of the body.

“This molecule is depleted as we age,” Reed explains. “As we hit about 40 years old, we’ve lost about half the NAD that we’ll ever have, and it helps cells use energy very efficiently, so when we don’t have that

molecule, we don’t utilize energy that’s available as efficiently. What I found that it helped me with was sleep. I was able to recover from rigorous exercise. I had a lot of mental clarity.”

SPRAVATO® (esketamine) therapy is a nasal spray used for adults experiencing treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder with suicidal ideation or behavior.

“It helps with neuroplasticity and rewires the way we experience depressive triggers and trauma responses,” says Reed.

ADHD is diagnosed with QbCheck, a computer-based performance test that measures symptoms of attention, impulsivity and activity. The FDA-approved test is designed for ages 6 through 60.

Reed is a believer in lifestyle and resilience coaching as an effective model for mental health, particularly for those experiencing

burnout and chronic stress due to long work shifts and caring for others. Patients have often forgotten how to care for themselves. Reed discusses the importance of what he refers to as the “4 verticals”: faith, family, fitness and finance.

“I’m not a new believer, but I have a new relationship with God, especially since my wife’s cancer scare, so I think that faith has to be a foundation,” he says. “Family is so important. We have to be able to connect with people that are closest to us. I also put friendships into that category. We have to

NEIGHBORS FEEDING NEIGHBORS

FEEDING TEAM FIGHTS HUNGER ACROSS HAMILTON COUNTY

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When business owners Mark and Lisa Hall found out that around 40,000 residents of Hamilton County experienced food insecurity, they wanted to find a way to help. They’ve been doing charity work for nearly 30 years, but in 2019 they founded the Feeding Team organization to combat hunger in their community.

Feeding Team partners with local food pantries and other local businesses to build and stock outdoor food pantries throughout Hamilton County and other parts of central Indiana. The pantries are always open and are completely anonymous, with no paperwork or identification needed.

“Our hearts have always been in doing something with food charity because we were in that spot, too. Back in 1985, we were a young married couple and had two daughters at the time. We were both working full time. We thought we had the world by the tail until we didn’t. In our case, it was a dentist bill and the transmission went out in our car,” Mark recalls.

“We didn’t know it, but we were what we called the ‘working poor.’ Today, they’re called ‘gap families.’ Supper, more times than I would care to admit, was a can of beef stew and a baked potato. We were both working, waiting to get paid and had to find a way to bridge the gap,” he continues.

Now, as the owners of TLX, or Talenting Logistics, they’re able to use their skills and resources to provide funding for the Feeding Team.

“As we’ve gotten older and gotten into a position where we can give back, we figured out that we’re pretty average. We thought that if we were that way, there’s probably a whole lot of people who are in the same boat,” Mark says.

They started with a data analytics approach, using a subset of the census to give them a “heat map” of gap families: those who make approximately $45,000 a year.

“The map just lit up. We really felt led to do something in Hamilton County, in our

backyard,” he says. “If you ask the average person, Hamilton County’s got streets that are lined with gold, and the toilets are silver. I’m here to tell you that the face of hunger in this county looks just like us. We see it every single day. It’s not what people think.”

The pantries are designed with gap families in mind, and they’re located near where many of those families tend to live. Gap families make too much money to qualify for public assistance, and the Halls say many people don’t want to go to a church, or they’re embarrassed to ask for help.

“They don’t want to give out their ID or a utility bill or sign a bunch of papers just to get a bag of groceries,” Mark says. “If you say you’re hungry, we don’t care if you drive up in a Mercedes-Benz. Our mission is to have food for you anytime. It doesn’t always work, but the model is ‘take what you need, give what you can.’”

When researching a new location, Feeding Team consults local law enforcement for the best spot to place a pantry. Police

have suggested not placing them inside neighborhoods, but just outside of them. Mark says some of their best-performing pantries are at tattoo parlors or government buildings like the health department. They are also located at schools, county fairgrounds, churches, businesses and parks.

Pantries have been built by different civic organizations and even several Eagle Scouts. Local businesses have also chipped in to help.

“Gaylor Electric has been a huge partner of ours from the beginning,” Lisa says.

The Feeding Team is about to launch a new pantry at the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. If that goes well, they want to put them at district offices all over the city.

“We have 78 pantries today and we’re headed toward 100. Our mission is to always have food available in every pantry,” Mark says.

As for the pantries themselves, the Halls got the idea from a friend who encountered a

similar system at a church in Kentucky.

“The Feeding Team is a total rip-off of the Nazarene church; we plagiarized their idea and copied what they did. We put a funding source with it. We improved the strength of the pantry so it’s much sturdier. Our business, TLX, funds food, storage, transportation and materials for new pantries,” Mark says.

“We have two in-office pickup days with perishable items on the first and third Thursday of every month. On the second Saturday and fourth Tuesday of every month, Gleaners pulls up with their big semi and we pass out food. We’re feeding 200-225 families biweekly, which is about 24,000-25,000 meals a month between all of that,” Lisa says.

The Feeding Team accepts both food and monetary donations. Lisa says she’s been able to develop buying power with the organization and can double or triple any donations given, turning $100 into $300.

The Feeding Team has no paid employees and

is run entirely by volunteers. They lost one of their volunteers to cancer recently. Working for the Feeding Team was so important to him that he arranged his chemo treatments around the times he volunteered.

“You can’t describe the satisfaction they get pouring themselves out, completely selflessly, to people who will never be able to pay them back,” Mark says.

“If you want to forget about your worries, go serve other people,” Lisa adds. “It’s people taking care of people. It doesn’t happen without the community. Neighbors taking care of neighbors. You see parents and grandparents teaching kids the value of generational giving. At the end of the day, these pantries are just big yellow boxes. It’s what you do with them. They become food sources. They become a source of joy and refuge when people take from them.”

To donate or find more information, visit feedingteam.org or check out their social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Not all heroes wear capes; some are just the right people in the right spot willing to help others in need.

Aug. 22, 2025, was just a Friday night, but it would forever change the trajectory of Bob Schriner’s life.

“My wife told me that Greek Fest was going on and I was excited. I said I haven’t had a gyro in a long time and I got on my bike like I do three times a week and my wife and my son who goes to the University of Cincinnati were getting him packed up to go back that weekend. So I jumped on my bike and I took off and I was dead 14 minutes later in the woods,” Schriner says.

There was nothing out of the ordinary that would have elicited any concern. It was his normal route, something he does many times a week, and a little bit into his bike ride he had felt something in his chest.

“I felt like a bang in my chest and it startled me a little bit and then I just kept riding. I thought OK well keep on moving so I went to the point around the park where you have to stand on the pedals to get up and over this hill. About 90% of the way up that hill it hit me. I mean like I’ve never been hit before, it was like it almost knocked me off the bike. It was like somebody hooked up a fire hose of hot wet cement into my chest and just instantly my upper body became like 20 times heavier than normal,” Schriner says.

Knowing he had to make it over the hill because where he was in the woods was a more secluded area and over the hill there was a grassy clearing.

“I pushed as hard as I possibly could to get up and over that hill and a sense of power came over me and I just kept pushing and I got up over the hill and I got into the grass area and just as I got in there I looked down and I saw two tiny people down the hill with a dog. It went black and I remember somebody saying are you OK and I

240 SECONDS

HOW QUICK ACTION TURNED A TRAGEDY INTO A TRIUMPH

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said call 911 and then it was black again and then I heard a woman crying over me and she was talking to 911 on her phone and 911 coached her through performing CPR,” Schriner says.

Bob Schriner had experienced a widow-maker heart attack. The good Samaritans, Barbara, Simon, and Steve, who were willing to help before the medical first responders arrived, saved his life.

“I had 240 seconds from the point I laid down and everything depends on the caliber of the people that walk by you within that 240 seconds and I was so lucky that the people that walked by me are who they are,” Schriner says.

Everybody has a chance to be a hero.

“If I can have somebody learn CPR and about AED and then actually use it to save a life that would be a grand slam for me,” Schriner says.

National CPR and AED Awareness Week is observed annually from

Bob and Maureen Schriner (Married 33 years) attending a wedding four weeks after he was laying dead in Cool Creek Park. In this picture, he still has a broken rib.

June 1 to June 7, emphasizing the importance of learning CPR and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) device to save lives.

Seconds matter during cardiac arrests and knowing hands-only CPR or being near an AED device greatly increases a person’s chance of survival.

Hands-only CPR is CPR without rescue breaths and is executed in two steps: Call 911 to get first responders on their way and push hard and fast in the center of the victim’s chest to the beat of the Bee Gees’ song “Stayin’ Alive.”

To learn how to do hands-only CPR, you can visit heart.org/ handsonlycpr and watch a one-minute demonstration video.

It is always recommended to take a basic life-saving or CPR course to learn the full skills of CPR, including rescue breaths and highquality chest compressions.

To learn CPR for free, the Westfield CPR Test Center offers free training courses because they believe life-saving CPR techniques should be accessible to everyone. To learn more, visit cprtestcenter. com/locations/westfield-in-46074

The Hamilton County Health Department offers free CPR and safe sitter courses that teach basic life-saving skills. Information can be found at hamiltoncounty.in.gov/1925/Health-Department

A great free resource is also the PulsePoint phone app, which shares exact locations of nearby AED devices and gives alerts by Hamilton County 911 Communications, simultaneously with the Westfield Fire Department, when CPR is needed at a nearby public place with the purpose of increasing the survival rate for cardiac arrest victims.

The Westfield Fire Department is also dedicated to having the community learn CPR with information at westfieldin.gov/202/ EMS-Division

CPR classes are also offered by the Red Cross at redcross.org/local/ indiana/take-a-class/cpr and the American Heart Association at atlas.heart.org

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HAMILTON COUNTY PARKS ANNOUNCES

TIME TRAVELERS HISTORY BALL

Hamilton County Parks and Recreation will host its Time Travelers History Ball at Coxhall Gardens, celebrating America’s 250th birthday and the 50th anniversary of the Coxhall Mansion, completed in 1976.

This patriotic, history-themed fundraiser will support Hamilton County Parks and Recreation Department’s parks, programs, and community spaces, advancing the department’s mission of enriching residents’ lives through outdoor recreation, education, and conservation.

The Time Travelers History Ball invites guests to attend dressed as famous, infamous, or lesser-known figures from American history. Attendees can expect historical characters, upbeat music, and an evening of lighthearted, flag-waving fun.

The event will include passed hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dessert, and a cash bar. Entrée selections include Pear and Pesto Seared Chicken Breast, CharGrilled Black Angus New York Strip, and Vegan Potato Gnocchi.

Tickets start at $125 per person. Individual tickets and full table reservations are available. More information and registration can be found on the Hamilton County Parks and Recreation website at myhamiltoncountyparks.com.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Those interested may contact Erica Foreman at erica.foreman@ hamiltoncounty.in.gov or 3177704404. Donations from those unable to attend may be made at myhamiltoncountyparks.com.