Thursday, May 25, 2017Sheridan, Noblesville, Cicero, Arcadia,

Atlanta, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield

Today: A chance of rain and thunderstormsbefore 8 a.m., then a chance of showers,mainly between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.Tonight: Partly cloudy.

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HIGH: 67 LOW: 53

By JEFF JELLISONHamilton County Councilman Jeff Hern

on Wednesday admitted to his involvementin a missing campaign sign case. Hern wascharged with criminal mischief in October2016 after he became the focus of an inves-tigation involving reported stolen campaignsigns belonging to fellow councilman RickMcKinney.

In April, prior to the 2016 primaryelection, McKinney filed a theft report withthe Hamilton County Sheriff’s Departmentindicating several of his campaign signs hadbeen stolen. McKinney found a cellphone,later determined to belong to Hern, at onelocation of his missing signs.

Following Wednesday’s hearing, Rick

McKinney issued the following statement:“Today, Jeff Hernagreed to a plea agree-ment for his criminalbehavior in 2016. TheSpecial Prosecutordeliberated carefullyand exercised his discre-tionary judgement in notfiling a felony chargeagainst him, but thehighest possible misde-meanor charge, which

is just under the level of felony. As part ofthe plea agreement, I am to receive a formalwritten apology from him and financialrestitution.”

In his statement McKinney also calledfor Hern to resign hiscouncil seat. “Myconcern through thisentire period of time isthat someone who isdoing wrong should notprofit from their actions.Therefore, I repeat myoriginal call for JeffHern to resign immedi-ately from the HamiltonCounty Council. If he

refuses then I believe the Republican StateChair or the Hamilton County GOP Chairhas the power and authority to strip him ofhis membership in the Republican Party, and

should do so now, in order to prevent himfrom running in the 2020 RepublicanPrimary ”

Hern’s attorney, Jennifer Lukemeyer,stated, “The parties submitted an Agreementto Withhold Prosecution. In the agreementhe (Hern) admitted to criminal mischief, nottheft.”

Special Prosecutor Brent Eaton stated,“Hern was not treated differently thananyone else in other cases of similar circum-stances. He had no past criminal activityand he is accepting responsibility.” Eatonexplained that if Hern meets the require-ments of the agreement and refrains fromcriminal activity for one year charges wouldbe dismissed.

Hern admits to criminal mischief charges

Hern McKinney

By COURTNEY COX COLEWhen you go through a cancer

diagnosis, you meeta lot of people in thesame position.  Unfortunately, theresults are notalways good andsometimes this can“take your breathaway”.   I’ve had afew of those

situations where you kind of feel aconnection and then feel the absoluteemptiness when you receive “the news”...

Recently we had a salesperson that

The Impression

By FRED SWIFTSurprisingly few people seem to know

the origin and specificreason for MemorialDay. Most folks sayit's something we'vealways had, it's a dayto put flowers ongraves of deceasedfamily members, it's aday off from work or,in our area, its RaceDay.

Of course, thispurely American holiday had its beginningin the Civil War. There were so many wardead that communities began

Three motorists were injured in a crashinvolving four vehicles on 146th Street atHazel Dell Road on Tuesday evening.

Deputies were dispatched on a report ofa crash with serious injury at approximately7:23 p.m. on May 23. Initial callers reportedan unconscious male and a motorcyclistpinned between two vehicles on 146thStreet.

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s OfficeCrash Team was called in to investigate thecrash. According to the initial report,investigators believe Jason R. Smith, age 42of Noblesville, driving a black 2013 LandRover, was eastbound on 146th Street atHazel Dell Road when he rear-ended JoshuaA. Bartock, age 29 of Noblesville, who wasriding an orange 2007 Suzuki motorcycle.The impact of the collision ejected Bartockand the Land Rover continued, hitting theback of a black 2017 Chrysler Pacificadriven by Scott Sampson, age 42 ofNoblesville. The Pacifica was then pushedinto a fourth vehicle, a gray 2014 Land

Another 146th Street crash injures three

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestraand Kroger are proud to announce thebeginning of a new partnership whichensures the continuation of a long-standingHoosier tradition, Kroger Symphony on thePrairie. As the outdoor concert series con-tinues into its 36th year, visitors to ConnerPrairie will enjoy the familiar sights andsounds of the ISO with the support ofKroger thanks to a four-year sponsorshipcommitment.

“We are grateful to Kroger for steppingforward on short notice to partner with theISO as the new title sponsor of Symphonyon the Prairie,” said ISO Chief ExecutiveOfficer Gary Ginstling. “The future is bright

for Kroger Symphony on the Prairie, andwe look forward to bringing this well-lovedtradition to Indiana families for many yearsto come.”

In addition to ticket sales online and atthe ISO box office, tickets to allKroger Symphony on the Prairie concertswill be available at 21 Central IndianaKroger locations beginning this morning.These locations can be found on the ISOwebsite, www.IndianapolisSymphony.org.Kroger customers will also enjoy a dis-counted ticket price only available throughtheir stores with a Kroger Plus Card. Patronscan conveniently purchase their tickets andpicnic supplies at their neighborhood

Kroger store.“Kroger opened its first Indiana stores

in 1928. In the years since then, Hoosiershave learned they can rely on Kroger to bea generous, supportive community partner,very much a local grocery store,” said KatieWolfram, President, Kroger CentralDivision.  “Working with the IndianapolisSymphony Orchestra is an extension of ourcommitment to make the world a betterplace. The ISO does it through music. Wedo it through food. And with that combina-tion, the best in each field, it is hard toimagine a more uplifting partnership than

Kroger announced as new partner of Symphony on the Prairie

The origin ofMemorial Day Photo courtesy Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office

A crash on 146th Street at Hazel Dell Road injured three people Tuesday evening.

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also had lung cancer.  We both had the samedoctor at IU Health.  Our salesperson was agreat guy and I vividly remember runninginto him about a year ago at the IU HealthHospital.   We were both there for a “fullday” checkup.  Basically they run all  kindsof tests on you and you have to visit severaldepartments.   The IU Health Hospital inIndy is very large and somewhat intimidat-ing.

I had a horrible night leading up to this. To make a long story short, my stomachwas completely upset from radiation and Ihad to take pills to relieve constipation thatwas caused by one of my other drugs.  It wasjust one of those days where you wonderwhat else could possibly happen.  On top ofall this, I had  12 p.m. appointment at IUHealth which is basically downtown India-napolis.

I walk in and I’m a bit confused by thefacility, and I run right into our salespersonwho is also there for his appointment.  Weare both checking in and waiting to be calledfor our appointment.  Our salesperson goesright up to the nurse and says, “This is myboss and you need to make sure and takegood care of her.”  Of course I was embar-rassed by the attention but appreciated himgoing out of his way to make sure I wasgetting treated in a timely manner.  He wasjust one of those awesome guys.

In the midst of us selling the store, I havenot been in touch with everyone on a dailybasis and I guess I just assumed the sales-person was doing fine. Tuesday morning Iwoke up to all kinds of Facebook poststalking about the death of this salesperson. I was stunned and it literally takes the breathout of you.  How could this happen?  He wasdoing fine when I was there…  What hap-pened?  It’s the kind of shock that stays withyou all day.

Something similar happened to me

approximately two years ago.  This time Iwas waiting to go into chemotherapy at StVincent.  This really, really tall guy walksup -- I am thinking that he was about 6’10”. He was super nice as we were all waitingto go in for our treatments.  It was AndrewSmith that played at Butler and he was justas nice as he could be.   There’s always a“bond” that forms among cancer patients. You really do not have to know each otherpersonally for this bond to form.  It is just apart of the “survival mode”.  I remember theemptiness that I felt when he died.

There are no guarantees in life, and Ionly hope that I can make a positive impres-sion on people.   I hate when people die!  However, one of the great lessons that Ihave learned is to try on a regular basis tohave a positive influence on people.   It isamazing how you can be helping people andhave no idea how you have affected them. These two guys certainly brightened my dayand I only hope that I can also do that forothers.

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TODAY’S BIBLE VERSEThen goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wickedthan himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of thatman is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wickedgeneration.

Matthew 12:45

Obituaries 3

Regina “Jeanie” Chriswell

November 12, 1946 - May 24, 2017

Regina "Jeanie" Chriswell,  70, of Muncie, passed away in the early morningof Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital inMuncie. She was born on November 12, 1946 to Charles and Leoma(Law) Bailey in Winchester, Indiana.

Jeanie was a 1964 graduate of Muncie Southside High School, andfor 30 years worked as a Pharmacy Technician at IU Health BallMemorial Hospital, retiring in 2005. She enjoyed shopping, crocheting,coloring, and antiquing. Jeanie loved traveling, especially longSunday drives. She looked forward to Saturdays when she would goshopping and eating with her mother. Jeanie was kind, nice, andconsiderate, and looked after the needs of others. She cherished

spending time with her family, and loved her dog, Tiny.Jeanie is survived by her husband, Mike L. Chriswell; daughter, Angela (Richard)

Reilly; son, Mike (Tammy) Chriswell, Jr.; seven grandchildren, Eric Reilly, Scott Reilly,Heather Reilly, Jason Reilly, Austin Chriswell, Garrett Chriswell, and Alivia Chriswell;sisters, Donna Garrett, JoAnn (Ted) Dailey, Cherryll (Rick) Jennings, and Janet Bailey;sister-in-law, Judy (Ron) Elam; as well as several nieces & nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Ronald Bailey;and her father- and mother-in-law, Clarence & Athaleen Chriswell.

Services will be held at  12:00 pm  on  Friday, May 26, 2017  at Fellowship BaptistChurch, 2204 S. Macedonia Ave in Muncie, with visitation one hour prior. Pastor RonElam will officiate. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory in Muncie.

Condolences: www.randallroberts.com

Marian Garber

November 7, 1945 - May 24, 2017

Marian Garber,  71, of Noblesville, passed away on  Wednesday, May 24, 2017  atHarbour Manor Care Center in Noblesville. She was born on November7, 1945 to Dominick and Mary (Urso) Marano in Dearborn, Michigan.

For 10 years, Marian worked as a bus attendant for NoblesvilleSchool Corporation. She attended Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church,and enjoyed playing cards. Most of all, Marian loved her family,especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Joe Garber; sons, David(Kristen) Garber and Mike (Tanya) Garber; seven grandchildren,Devon, Olivia, Nick, Lucy, Lauren, Kate, and Audrey Garber; andsister-in-law, Lorraine Marano.

In addition to her parents, Marian was preceded in death by her brother, Don Marano.A Memorial Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at

Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road, in Noblesville.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes

Association, Indiana Office, 8604 Allisonville Road, Suite 140, Indianapolis, IN 46250;or American Heart Association, Memorials and Tributes Lockbox, 3816 Paysphere Circle,Chicago, IL 60674.

Condolences: www.randallroberts.com

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commemorating their entire group of local victims as early as 1862 before the war wasover.

Actually, the name Memorial Day was not adopted officially until 1967, thus makingthis year the 50th anniversary. Before that time it was called Decoration Day by an oldergeneration, but had gradually become known as Memorial Day and expanded tomemorialize the victims of all wars.

In Noblesville there is a Civil War monument in Crownland Cemetery where May30 ceremonies began nearly 150 years ago. Dozens of Union Army veterans are buried atCrownland. And, there is at least one Confederate veteran buried there.

Again this year, there will be solemn ceremonies at Crownland and several othercemeteries in Hamilton County on Memorial Day which is now May 29. The followingis a list of times and locations for local observances conducted by the Noblesville AmericanLegion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.

At 11 a.m. ceremonies are scheduled at the Veterans Monument on the CourthouseSquare. The honor guard will move on to Riverside Cemetery with a ceremony thereby 11:30, then on to Crownland where the Legion and VFW will conduct brief services.Participants and guests will then retire to the Legion post for lunch.

The Fishers Legion will hold Memorial Day tributes at 10:30 a.m. on May 29 at LibertyPlaza near City Hall.

Members of the Westfield and Carmel VFW and Legion posts will conduct memorialexercises beginning at 9 a.m. at Hamilton Memorial Gardens followed about 9:30 with aceremony at the Fallen Hoosier Memorial in Westfield, then at Little Eagle Creek Cemeteryat 10 or shortly thereafter.

The honor guard will arrive at Farley Cemetery south of Carmel by 11 a.m. and thenproceed to Carmel Cemetery between 11:30 and noon.

Attendance by members of the public is not only permitted, but is encouraged by theveterans groups who present a brief program, firing squad and playing of taps at each stop.

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When the United States officially entered World War I in April of 1917, the DARquickly organized to meet the challenges of war. Ten days after war was declared, theDAR met at their annual Continental Congress. Members recognized the need for a specialcommittee to coordinate relief work and established the War Relief Service Committee.The committee helped DAR members organize their volunteer efforts, which ranged fromknitting garments for soldiers to training for food conservation. Many DAR members werealso nurses serving in World War One, including Jane A. Delano who organized the RedCross Nursing Service during the war. Additionally, after the war DAR members continuedto support initiatives to help those suffering from the devastation in European towns afterthe war.  World War One brought a new kind of warfare that the world had never seen andthe casualties of that war, dead and wounded, totaled approximately 38 million makingWWI among the deadliest conflicts in human history.

As the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution recognize the 100thanniversary of WWI,  DAR Chapters across the country are planning memorial tributesto those fallen soldiers.  The Horseshoe Prairie Chapter will be among those Chapters andwill honor WWI fallen soldiers of Hamilton County at a special tribute this summer. Inthe meantime, please consider on this Memorial Day weekend the sacrifices these bravesoldiers made 100 years ago in order to ensure our continued freedom and safety.

Sharon McMahonVice Regent,  Historian

Horseshoe Prairie Chapter, NSDAR

Remember the soldiers of WorldWar I this Memorial Day weekend

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Rover driven by Paul Rothwell, age 46 ofZionsville, which was stopped in eastboundtraffic.

The ejection of Bartock from hismotorcycle caused him to become pinnedbetween two of the vehicles and the bikewas wedged underneath. First responderssaid Bartock had severe injuries to his lowerextremities and was taken to St. VincentHospital on 86th Street; however, an updateon his condition was not available. Injuriesto others involved were listed asincapacitating with complaints of pain andbleeding.

Investigators are working to determineif a medical issue prior to the incident mayhave led to the crash. As with all fatal andserious bodily injury crashes, toxicologytests were taken on those involved. Testsresults are pending at this time.

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s OfficeCrash Team continues to investigate theincident. Anyone with information is askedto contact deputies at 317-773-1282.

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Kroger and Symphony on the Prairie.”“For so many Indianapolis residents,

when they think of summer they think ofthe Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra andSymphony on the Prairie,” said IndianapolisMayor Joe Hogsett. “Today’s announce-ment is yet another example of Kroger’scommitment to our community and Iapplaud their decades-long support of someof Central Indiana’s greatest traditions.”

From Beethoven to The Beatles, Holly-wood hits, patriotic favorites, and more, theISO is proud to bring a diverse range of

concerts to our beloved summer series, andwe are grateful for the generous support ofour partners at Kroger. Families, friends,and organizations look forward to this seriesall year long, and we are honored to con-tinue bringing this tradition toKroger Symphony on the Prairiefans herein Central Indiana.

2017 Kroger Symphony on the PrairieSchedule*

Unless otherwise specified, gates openat 6 p.m. and concerts begin at 8 p.m.

June 16-17 (Teachers’ Night—Friday,June 16): Beethoven’s Fifth and More

June 23: One of These Nights: ATribute to the Eagles (The ISO does notperform on this concert)

June 24: Feeling Groovy: Remember-ing the Summer of Love

July 1-4 (Salute to America’s Military—All four nights!): Star Spangled Symphony

Gates open at 4:30 p.m. each night.July 7-8: Romance Under the Stars

July 15-16: John Williams Strikes BackJuly 21-22 (Scout Night presented by

Printing Partners—Friday, July 21): Justthe Hits: 20 Years of Doo Wop Classics

The ISO does not perform at the fol-lowing concerts:

July 28-29 (First Responders’ Night—Friday, July 28): Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Aug. 4-5: The Beach BoysAug.11-12: Classical  Mystery Tour:

Music of the Beatles

Aug. 18-19 (College and Alumni Night—Friday, Aug. 18): Rumours: The Fleet-wood Mac Experience

Aug. 25-26 (Nurse’s Night—Friday,Aug. 25): Who's Bad: Music of MichaelJackson

Aug. 31-Sept. 1: Purple Veins: TheEssential Prince Tribute Band

Sept. 2-3: Zoso: Music of Led Zeppelin*Artists, repertoire, and times subject to

change.

For more information on the summerconcert lineup and ticket availability,visit www.IndianapolisSymphony.org orcall the ISO box office at 317.639.4300

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Hamilton County Area NeighborhoodDevelopment Inc. (HAND) has addedfour members to its board of directors,which also has a new slate of officersleading the organization into its 15th year.

Sara B. Hill, vice president andregional manager for Lake City Bank,will serve as president through May 2018.Joining her on the executive committeeare Vice President Cory Daly, a partnerat HWC Engineering; Secretary SandyThomas, a Realtor with CarpenterRealtors; and Treasurer MarkWinzenread, a retired CFO.

New board members are:· Keith Broadnax, senior vice presi-

dent of business development at CinnaireCorp.

· Carolyn Deines, co-owner ofCarolyn’s Consignments and the Nobles-ville Event Center

· Paula Gilliam, retired GM employee· Ailithir McGill, director of Nickel

Plate ArtsFounded in 2003, HAND works to

ensure that Hamilton County remainslivable, with homes that are affordable forall residents. In addition to developingand owning six properties that provide atotal of 96 affordable apartments, HANDhelps low-income homeowners makecritical repairs to their homes. Theorganization has invested nearly $17million in Hamilton County housing.

HAND focuses on housing becausewhere we live impacts every aspect of ourlives. Our homes are the foundation forour health, education, safety andeconomic well-being, and having morehomes that people can afford willstrengthen our neighborhoods. Learnmore at the following website:http://www.handincorporated.org.

HAND welcomesnew boardmembers, officers

The REPORTERSaturday, May 27 from 8 a.m. to noon,

come out to Prairie Lakes at 9730 PrairieLakes Blvd, Noblesville, to visit theresidents and staff, plant some flowers, andhelp Prairie Lakes win this year’s Campusin Color competition.

Campus in Color is a company-widecompetition, and Prairie Lakes encourageseveryone at their campus and throughoutthe community to take part in plantingflowers in our courtyards, along walkways,and anywhere else they feel could use a popof color or a bit more green.

If you don’t already follow PrairieLakes on Facebook and Twitter, now is agreat time to start! Throughout this month,our campus Facebook and Twitter pageswill be filled with pictures of our residentsplanting, preening, and just enjoying ouroutdoor spaces, which science has shownnot only benefits the mind, but the body aswell.

Time spent in the garden has beenshown to have numerous therapeuticeffects. In fact, the term ‘horticulturaltherapy’ is used for therapy based in andaround gardens. People who garden havebeen shown to have lower levels stress.Maybe it’s the fresh air or the warmth ofthe sun, or maybe it’s the act of watchingsomething grow from an unassuming sproutinto a bright and beautiful bloom.

Whatever the reason, it’s become clearthat a daily dose of time spent outsideamong growing things is definitely aprescription worth taking.

This month, Prairie Lakes invites youto enjoy the outdoors, whether you stop byto get your hands dirty, admire their

handiwork, or just enjoy a friendly chat intheir courtyard with a glass of iced tea. Theywelcome volunteers and visitors of all ages,and they would love to see you.

If you want to bring something to plant,that would be a great help!

Call 317.770.3644 to find out how youcan help Prairie Lakes bloom.

Plants needed:30 dark purple Petunias30 light purple Petunias15 white Petunias

6 Milk Weed in 2 different colors.3 Salvia “May Night”3 Eupatorium Dubium “Baby Face” or

it’s called Joe Pye Weed2 Echinacea “White cone flower”3 Monarda Bee BalmFor our tilted pots (in assorted colors)16 greenery16 Calibrachoa12 Bacapa8 Eupharhia Diamond Frost12 Verbena

Help Prairie Lakes bloom this weekend!

Photo provided

Prairie Lakes is inviting everyone to come out to its campus Saturday morning andhelp it win this year’s Campus in Color competition.

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By RICHIE HALLReporter Sports EditorHamilton Southeastern gave it a good

battle Wednesday in the championship ofthe North Central girls tennis regional beforefalling to Cathedral 4-1.

The match was played at theIndianapolis Racquet Club due to the rain.The Irish, the defending state champions andNo. 2-ranked team in the state, won all fourof their matches in straight sets.

But the No. 12 Royals' lone victory wasan important one. The No. 1 doubles teamof Katie Rich and Grace Noble won theirmatch 7-6 (4), 7-5. Since Rich and Nobleare out of the team tournament but unbeatenin the post-season, they will move on to theindividual doubles event. The HSE duo willplay North Central's team at 4:30 p.m. todayat the Panthers' Barbara Wynne TennisCenter, although the match would be playedat IRC if the weather is uncooperative.

"It's good to get to see Katie and Gracemove on individually," said Royals coachKirk Webber. "I'm glad to win at least oneof the matches. We had high hopes comingin, but we knew Cathedral was going to betough. I thought our girls, overall, foughthard."

Southeastern advanced to the final witha 5-0 win over Heritage Christian inTuesday's semi-final match. The Royalsfinished their regular season with a 10-6dual record, including a late-season win overNo. 10 Carroll. Southeastern also finishedsecond in the Hoosier CrossroadsConference

"Our only losses were to teams in the top10 in the state," said Webber.

Webber was also happy with his fourseniors, and glad they had a successfulseason. Noble is one of the seniors, alongwith No. 2 singles player Tory Ochs, and theNo. 2 doubles team of Remi Musselman andAlicia Verde.

"Their leadership was great all year,"said Webber.

CARMEL WINS AGAINCarmel, the No. 1-ranked in the state,

breezed to another championship at the

Kokomo regional on Wednesday. The matchwas played at the Howard CountyFairgrounds in Greentown.

The Greyhounds beat No. 29 WestLafayette 5-0, this after taking care ofLogansport 5-0 in the Tuesday semi-finals.Individual scores were not available.

Carmel will play the winner of theHighland regional in Saturday's semi-stateat Culver Academy. The Highlandchampionship, between Lake Central andNo. 17 Munster, was postponed to thisafternoon.

AT NORTH CENTRALSoutheastern 5,

Heritage Christian 0No. 1 singles: Ashley Spirrison def. Harris6-3, 6-0No. 2 singles: Tory Ochs def. McDonald6-4, 6-1No. 3 singles: Jeorgia Templin def.Jackson 7-6 (2), 6-3No. 1 doubles: Katie Noble and Grace Richdef. Cramfill and Clark 6-1, 6-0No. 2 doubles: Alicia Verde and Remi Mus-

selman def. Vandemeer and Eads 6-0, 6-2

Cathedral 4, Southeastern 1No. 1 singles: Ashley Spirrison lost to M.Koscielski 6-1, 6-1No. 2 singles: Tory Ochs lost to Coleman6-0, 6-0No. 3 singles: Jeorgia Templin lost to C.Koscielski 6-2, 6-1No. 1 doubles: Katie Noble and Grace Richdef. Combs and Spau 7-6 (4), 7-5No. 2 doubles: Alicia Verde and RemiMusselman lost to Montefalco andKronberger 6-4, 6-2

Royals fall to Irish, Noble/Rich advance, Carmel wins

Reporter photo by Richie Hall

The Hamilton Southeastern No. 1 doubles team of Grace Rich (left) and Katie Noble won their match at Wednesday’s regionalchampionship, qualifying them for the individual tournament.

Wednesday was supposed to be opening day for baseball sectionals in Hamilton County, but rain had other plans.First-round action at the Class 4A Westfield and Class 1A Sheridan sites was pushed back to today. In addition, all Wednesday

softball sectional games involving county teams saw their games rained out and re-scheduled.At Westfield, North Central and Carmel will play at 4:30 p.m. The game will start early because tonight is Carmel's graduation,

so the senior players will have time to get ready for their commencement. The second game, Noblesville vs. Hamilton Southeastern,will follow, at approximately 6 p.m.

Meanwhile, what had been a one-game schedule at Sheridan for Thursday is now two games. The Blackhawks will take onTindley at 5 p.m., while University's game with Indiana School for the Deaf is now scheduled for 7 p.m.

In softball...Hamilton Heights' two Wednesday semi-final games will be played today at this Class 3A sectional. Tipton takes on Yorktown

at 5 p.m., followed by Guerin Catholic and Jay County facing off at 7 p.m.Sheridan is playing at the Class 1A Lafayette Central Catholic sectional, and its semi-final game was also pushed back to today.

The Blackhawks take on Rossville at 7:30 p.m., after a Clinton Central-Frontier match-up at 5:30 p.m.The changes do not affect the schedule past Thursday - all Friday, Saturday and Monday games are still set for their original

times.

Wednesday baseball, softball sectional games pushed back to today Millers boys golfwins dual meet

The Noblesville boys golf team won adual meet with Tipton Wednesday atPurgatory Golf Club.

The Millers carded a team score of 152to the Blue Devils' 164. Clay Merchentshot 34 for Noblesville, with ParkerDeakyne scoring 37. Other Millers scoresare Kyle Claussen 40, Mitchell Compton41, Jacob Deakyne 42, Jack Barnes 42 andMichael Podzielinski 48.

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By RICHIE HALLReporter Sports EditorNow that he's back with a familiar team,

Conor Daly is hoping for a change of luckat Indy.

For the 101st running of the Indianapolis500, which is just three days away, Dalyreturned to the team that gave him his firstgo at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway fouryears ago. Daly is back with A.J. FoytRacing, driving the No. 4 car, which quali-fied 26th in the field of 33 with a speed of226.439 mph.

This will be the fourth time that Daly, a25-year-old Noblesville native, will race inthe 500.

"It's good," said Daly after his Sundayqualifying run. "We've just been strugglinga lot this week, so we're not in a verycompetitive position right now, which is ashame. But it's good to be back with thisteam. We've had a lot to learn so far thisyear. We just have to focus on the race aheadof us."

Daly's best run at the Speedway came inhis rookie year, where he ran a steady raceto finish 22nd.

"They gave me my first shot, so it's coolto be reunited," said Daly. "Still a lot of greatpeople here that I worked with back then,and a lot of good new people as well. It'scool, man. It's a great team, great family, andI'm happy to be here."

Daly and his team have been looking forspeed all month, finishing 17th at the IndyGrand Prix. But there were encouragingsigns during Sunday's Pole Day qualifying.Daly ran his first lap at 227.144 mph, by farhis fastest of the month, "so for sure we aremaking improvements," he said. "But it wasdefinitely a difficult run. We're still notwhere we need to be mechanical grip-wise.But progress has been made, which is nice."

When Daly joined the A.J. Foyt Enter-prises stable four years ago, he had just oneteammate: Japan's Takuma Sato. After fouryears with Foyt, Sato signed up withAndretti Autosport.

Daly's return was part of a big change inthe Foyt line-up for this season, as two otherdrivers joined the team. One of them is a bigname: Colombian Carlos Muñoz. The 25-year-old (he and Daly were born less than amonth apart) has had great success at Indy,finishing as runner-up in 2013 and 2016.

"Carlos is obviously extremely talented,"said Daly. "Really good driver, he's been soclose to winning this race a couple times.Great to have him on the team."

The other driver is Zach Veach, a 22-year-old from Stockdale, Ohio. Veach is inhis rookie year at the Indy 500, and theIndyCar Series in general, having made hisdebut at the Honda Indy Grand Prix ofAlabama last month. Veach is fresh off asuccessful four-year run in the Indy Lightsseries, in which he has won six times.

"It's always cool to see your youngrookie guy get a shot at the race. Just a goodgroup for sure," said Daly.

As for Daly, he is happy to be back withFoyt, and ready for another run at his home-

town track."We've got some big changes to make

and some things to try, for sure, because westill need some speed and some stability in

the car to be able to push hard in traffic,"said Daly. "It'll be an interesting week, forsure, because we got a lot of work to do ina little bit of time. It should be fun."

Daly seeing progress as 500 approaches

Reporter photo by Kent Graham

Conor Daly poses with a fan Saturday during the first day of qualifications at the Indianapolis 500. The Noblesville nativequalified for his fourth 500, having returned to A.J. Foyt Enterprises.

American LeagueEast W L PCT. GBN.Y. Yankees 27 17 .614 -Baltimore 25 20 .556 2.5Boston 24 21 .533 3.5Tampa Bay 24 25 .490 5.5Toronto 21 26 .447 7.5Central W L PCT. GBMinnesota 25 18 .581 -Cleveland 24 21 .533 2.0Detroit 22 23 .489 4.0Chi. White Sox 20 25 .444 6.0Kansas City 19 27 .413 7.5West W L PCT. GBHouston 31 16 .660 -Texas 24 23 .511 7.0L.A. Angels 25 24 .510 7.0Oakland 21 25 .457 9.5Seattle 20 27 .426 11.0

National LeagueEast W L PCT. GBWashington 28 17 .622 -Atlanta 20 24 .455 7.5N.Y. Mets 19 25 .432 8.5Miami 16 29 .356 12.0Philadelphia 15 29 .341 12.5Central W L PCT. GBMilwaukee 25 21 .543 -St. Louis 23 20 .535 0.5Chi. Cubs 24 21 .533 0.5Cincinnati 22 24 .478 3.0Pittsburgh 21 26 .447 4.5West W L PCT. GBColorado 31 17 .646 -Arizona 29 19 .604 2.0L.A. Dodgers 27 20 .574 3.5San Francisco 20 28 .417 11.0San Diego 17 31 .354 14.0

MLB standingsWednesday’s scores

Minnesota 4, Baltimore 3Toronto 8, Milwaukee 4

Oakland 4, Miami 1Arizona 8, Chicago White Sox 6

Cincinnati 4, Cleveland 3Colorado 7, Philadelphia 2

N.Y. Yankees 3, Kansas City 0

Washington 5, Seattle 1Tampa Bay 5, L.A. Angels 2

San Diego 6, N.Y. Mets 5Boston 9, Texas 4

Pittsburgh 12, Atlanta 5, 10 inningsChicago Cubs 5, San Francisco 4

Detroit 6, Houston 3St. Louis 6, L.A. Dodgers 1

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Just like last year, race fans are encour-aged to arrive as early as possible for the101st Running of the Indianapolis 500presented by PennGrade Motor Oil onSunday, May 28. With one of the largestcrowds in decades expected to fill theIndianapolis Motor Speedway on RaceDay, the easiest way to ensure a stress-freeday at the track is to arrive by the time allgates open at 6 a.m.

"Momentum from the 100th Runninghas carried over into this year's race, andwe expect our second-largest crowd in atleast the last 20 years," Indianapolis MotorSpeedway President J. Douglas Bolessaid. "So we're encouraging fans to gethere early and take a little extra time tomap out their route to the Speedway andfully plan their day at the track."

Gates at IMS open at 6 a.m. followingthe traditional cannon blast. From there,fans looking to beat traffic and avoidlonger lines can take advantage of manyfun opportunities, including:

• IMS Museum: The Museum, whichopens at 6 a.m. on Race Day, features aspecial exhibit honoring legendary four-time Indianapolis 500 winner A.J. Foytthis year. Learn more about the Museum'sworld-renowned attractions here:www.indyracingmuseum.org.

• Fan Midway: This year's FanMidway features several exciting attrac-tions, including the NERF Nitro Kids

Zone and interactive activations fromYamaha, Crown Royal, Disney and more.The action-packed Chevy Stage is also inthe lot adjacent to the Midway.

• Shopping and Food: A wide array of101st Running attire and collectibles willgo fast, so don't miss out. Shop for familyand friends while supplies last. All con-cessions and retailers will open at 6 a.m.

• Borg-Warner Trophy March to theBricks: Back by popular demand, theBorg-Warner Trophy will begin an epicMarch to the iconic Yard of Bricks at 8a.m. from the IMS Museum. Line upoutside the west side of the Museum for achance to see one of the most famoustrophies in the world - escorted by theIndianapolis 500 Gordon Pipers - beginits journey to Victory Podium.

• IMS Red Carpet: This year, the IMSRed Carpet is moving just north of PagodaPlaza with celebrities walking the carpetfrom 9-10 a.m. The fans lining up in theviewing area earliest will have the bestview of Race Day celebrities and alsoreceive free Race Day swag.

• Rolling Stage: Also making a repeatappearance this year is the IMS rollingstage, which will begin circling the trackat 10 a.m. Popular alternative rock bandJonathan Jackson + Enation will play inTurns 1, 2 and 4. Band leader JonathanJackson is a star on the CMT show"Nashville."

• Epic Pre-Race. Be in your seat for it:This year's pre-race ceremonies will serveas a fitting, stunning tribute to our nation'smilitary heroes and continue as America'sgreatest Memorial Day Weekend sportingtradition. Be in your seat early to ensureyou see every can't-miss moment.

Other Important Race Day Tips forFans

• Plan Your Visit: UseIMS.com/planyourvisit to enhance yourday at "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing."This central hub includes the most currentinformation on parking, schedules, direc-tions, allowed and prohibited items, andmore.

• IMS App and Twitter: Download theIMS app, available on both iPhone andAndroid, before Race Weekend. Alsofollow the IMS (@IMS), Town of Speed-way Police (@SpeedwayPD) and IndianaState Police (@IndStatePolice) accountson Twitter for the latest Race Day infor-mation.

• Cooler, Backpack Restrictions: Nocoolers larger than 18 inches by 14 inchesby 14 inches can be brought into thefacility, which will be strictly enforced.Fans will be allowed to bring one coolerand one standard backpack or book bagper person.

• Parking: All IMS exterior parkinglots open at 5 a.m. on Race Morning,while interior lots open at 6 a.m. All IMSexterior and interior parking is sold out.A limited number of IMS ADA parkingpasses remain available for purchase.These must be purchased before RaceMorning at the IMS Ticket Office.

• Gate 2, Gate 10 Access: Gate 2 andGate 10 are not accessible via car on RaceDay without a pre-paid parking pass. Fanswith a pre-paid parking pass in Turn 3must enter IMS through Gate 10, not Gate2.

• Road Closures: To increase the safetyand security of race patrons, the SpeedwayPolice Department will close GeorgetownRoad and 16th Street to all vehiculartraffic during the running of the 101st

Running of the Indianapolis 500.Georgetown Road will be closed south

of 25th Street beginning at 7 a.m. AfterGeorgetown Road is closed, no vehiculartraffic, including placarded traffic, will beallowed to access the roadway. Racepatrons with pre-paid parking passes whoare accustomed to entering IMS Gate 7must enter through Gate 2 (W. 16th Street)or Gate 10 (30th Street).

Upon completion of the race, George-town Road will remain closed to vehiculartraffic until the vast majority of racepedestrian foot traffic clears from theroadway (approximately two hours afterthe race).

In addition, 16th Street will be closedbetween Olin Avenue on the east to the16th Street roundabout on the west fromapproximately 11 a.m. until the race ends.In addition, 16th Street will not be acces-sible from Polco Street, as it will beblocked at 10th Street.

Once 16th Street is closed, traffictraveling east on Crawfordsville Roadfrom the west will be turned around at the16th Street roundabout. Traffic travelingwest on 16th Street from downtown willbe diverted south on Olin Avenue.

• More Traffic, Road Information:Drivers can learn the locations of workzones and highway restrictions by callingINDOT's TrafficWise at 1-800-261-ROAD (7623) or viewing an online mapat www.TrafficWise.IN.gov. ISP willoffer updates on traffic and parking onTwitter and Facebook.

For more information regarding accessto IMS, visit IMS.com. For additionalinformation, follow on Twitter the IndianaState Police @IndStatePolice, the Speed-way Police Department @SpeedwayPDor listen to radio stations WNFI-AM 1070or WIBC-FM 93.1.

• Tickets: Visit IMS.com to purchasetickets for the 101st Indianapolis 500Presented by PennGrade Motor Oil onSunday, May 28, and for more informa-tion on the complete Month of May sched-ule at IMS.

Fans encouraged to arrive early, planahead for 101st Indianapolis 500