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It is our position Carmel City Council mem-bers should not have passed a resolution entitling themselves to health and life insurance benefits. These elected officials (who are considered part-time employees and also hold other jobs outside of city government) cited an increased workload as one of the primary reasons for awarding themselves the additional tax-free perks, which will cost tax payers an estimated $120,000 a year.

Is this the right message to be sending to their constituents in a weak-ened economy when most politicians are voluntarily ending their perks and stipends for the good of the community? The answer may be clear if the Council would do the right thing and place the issue on a ballot for the residents to decide. Politicians are elected on their promises and willingness to serve for public good and not personal gain. Thanks to the Internet, we are all open for business 24 hours a day. It’s the new normal. Perhaps the increased workload is a reflection of discourse surrounding poor spending decisions by those governing. The “drop-in-the-bucket” mentality is not an effective way to manage public funds for long-term success and survival of a community - neither is the service of self-awarding politicians.

Benefits whom? A tale of two citiesIt is our position that lessons can be learned

from the actions of two city governments in Hamilton County. With the threat of another recession looming, out of control deficit spending, 9.1 percent unemployment, poverty levels the highest since 1993, a drop in personal income, our elected officials need to “wake up and smell the coffee.” It isn’t business as usual anymore.

Hamilton County may be faring better than other parts of the country, but it is not immune to the economic downturn. Recently, the Carmel Redevelopment Commission announced its approval of an installation of an $80,000 statue in the roundabout at 136th Street and Rangeline Road. The work was awarded to an out of state artist. By comparison, Westfield also erected a statue in a roundabout at 151st Street and Carey Road. The cost was $8,000 and the work was done by a local artist.

Some may think these types of purchases are frivolous. However, if the money is going to be spent, wouldn’t it be prudent to show some amount of frugality and use homegrown talent to boost the local economy? It is time for our public servants to adapt to the new reality.

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tion, or in any law which may be hereafter passed, that any officer, other than a member of the General Assembly, shall hold his office for any given term, the same shall be construed to mean, that such officer shall hold his office for such term, and until his successor shall have been elected and qualified.

Section 4. Oath Every per-son elected or appointed to any office under this Constitution, shall, before entering on the

duties thereof, take an oath or affirmation, to support the Constitution of this State, and of the United States, and also an oath of office.

Section 5. State seal There shall be a Seal of State, kept by the Gov-ernor for official purposes, which shall be called the Seal of the State of Indiana.

Section 6. Commissions All commissions shall issue in the name of the State, shall be signed by the Governor, sealed with the State Seal, and attested by the Secretary of State.

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It seems as though it were just yesterday that Current Publishing was launched, but our humble, little company actually is cel-ebrating its fifth “birthday” this week. In other respects, it’s more like “time flies when you’re having fun” – and running this busi-ness for our readers and advertising partners is just that, fun! Current in Noblesville has been a weekly part of the party for every household in the city since Sept. 15, 2009, and is every bit as important to us as our three other weekly editions for Carmel, Fish-ers and Westfield and our monthly Carmel Business Leader. We’re five years down the road because of people. Good people, in fact. Were it not for our readers, who helped us craft our editorial plan through independent marketplace research, we’d be presenting you news we “think” you need rather than news you said you wanted. Around here, news still is and always shall be what our readers say it is. That approach has served us well and will continue to do so. “Good people” includes our advertising partners, all of which see Noblesville as a fertile market in which to serve. And the goodness extends to our staff, led by Noblesville native Robert Herrington, our managing editor, who has ratcheted up the good work done by his predecessor Kev-

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COMMEntaRYBy terry anker

If someone is considering offering public ser-vice, it is certainly fair to consider why it is that one would want to serve. And, in fact, those are the kinds of topics the would-be civic leaders most want to discuss.

Generally, they have some frustration (or, oc-casionally, even anger) regarding this topic or another. “Teachers are underappreciated!” says one. “Schools are bloated with tax dollars!” says another. And, others still are simply responding to a desire to give back, referring to a family mem-ber or mentor who inspired them to commit.

“Mom worked tirelessly for the PTA and now that I have kids, it seems like the right thing to do.”

All the answers are right from the perspective of the giver; and, we should be eager to support the instinct to service.

But to me, there is a more important ques-tion: Does one have the temperament to sustain peer criticism (or even to be a part of the minor-ity caucus)? In my experience, the critique is

most harsh closest to home. Indeed, familiarity breeds contempt. Neighborhood association officers have folks showing up on their door-steps demanding intervention in the ongoing feud over the trash can placement. Next in line, school board members feel the heat of tight

budgets and are ascribed all sorts of aspersions of-ten based in frustration, not fact. Next in line are local government of-ficials. We see these fine people at softball games and the town parade and are willing to “remind” them of our street care needs and tax burdens.

Finally, in order are state and national represen-tatives. They have staff to shield but must come back from D.C., at least to run for reelection.

Accountability may not be as important as ideology. But if one wants to serve, isn’t it a big part of the equation?

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» CoffeeHouse meeting – Greater Things, a local community gathering place located at 675 Walnut St., Nobles-ville, will host its next monthly Coffee-House from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday. The ven-ue is family-friendly for all ages to come and relax, gather with family and friends and enjoy live music, a cup of hot coffee, or a soft drink and other budget-friendly snacks. Greater Things is also available to the community for business or personal use. For more information, call 774-0152.

» Final farmers’ market – The Noblesville Farmers’ Market will conclude its 2011 season Saturday with a Fall Festival and Chili Cookoff. Vendors sell a wide array of locally-grown produce, bedding plants and fresh-cut flowers, locally-produced honey, handmade soaps and fresh-baked goods. The market runs from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Riverview Overflow Parking Lot.

» Homemade auction – The Roaring 20s Extension Homemakers Club will host its annual Fall Homemade Auction Nov. 2 at the Arcadia Town Hall, 208 W. Main St. The event will include a large variety of items – from jewelry to baked goods – and are all handcrafted and homemade. Re-freshments will begin at 6:30 p.m. with the auction starting at 7 p.m. All proceeds will be donated to various local charities.

» Writer’s workshop – The Noblesville Cultural Arts Commission will host a writer’s workshop on Nov. 5 at The Lodge at Forest Park. The all-day intensive work-shop will cover aspects of both craft and the business of writing. Experts will share information valuable to both fiction and non-fiction writers. Featured speakers include Brenda Hiatt Barber, Susan Cran-dall, David Heighway, Tom Irons, Kurt Meyer and Alicia Rasley. To register for the event, visit www.noblesvillearts.org.

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I am really angry right now. My daughter has been yelling, “Our trees have been cut down, Mommy!” She’s referring to some white pines my husband planted in the spring on the far side of a creek lining our property. I’ve just confirmed the attack: all eight have been mowed flat.

I ask you, good citizens of central Indiana, who cuts down trees? Trees are not yours to cut down. Who could cut down young trees that could have grown to be mighty furs, reduced erosion and provided oxygen. Who does that? Murderers.

Here’s what’s particularly frustrating: Al-though our neighborhood owns the property lining the creek, no one is allowed to plant trees or erect fences and sheds within that area. Were they serious? By that definition, half of our street is in violation. So we talked with a “very nice gentleman” from the surveyor’s office, who said the area is a non-enforced easement, which translates to “everything is cool.” He said he would double-check with his boss to be sure. Plus, we could always file a petition if it turned out to be a problem. We never heard back, so the six-foot saplings remained in the ground.

Now, without warning, someone has bush-whacked eight thriving pines. I can see their

carcasses from my back deck. The perpetrator was not in the neighborhood association or our property management company. While I type this very column, the “very nice gentleman” is checking to see if his office might have, acciden-tally, ordered a contractor to hate on nature.

I may have red hair and a rifle-totin’ husband, but normally, I’m a fairly even-keeled gal who avoids confrontation at all costs. Only two things cause me to go ballistic: Messing with my kids and treating me unfairly.

I’m more worried about Doo’s reaction. Un-like me, he’s not afraid to go medieval on people when they deserve it. Plus, the trees were his idea when we moved in. He thought they could help reduce traffic noise and block an unsightly view of a busy round-about. There’s no telling what he’ll do if it turns out a hit was placed on our mini-forest.

Turns out, the county did send out an assas-sin to obliterate our trees. It’s about to get ugly. I’ll be sharing every nasty detail with you, the voting and tax-paying public. Peace out.

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COMMEntaRYBy Brenda alexander

Last spring, I invested in a small enterprise. My investment required both a modest amount of cash and some physical labor. Risk was mod-erate, but I was banking on my previous experi-ence in the field.

Now, nearly six months later, when I should have recouped my investment I have very little to show for my efforts.

I knew there would be hurdles. I weeded out the obstacles possibly chocking my revenue streams. I started with quality materials and developed my resources.

But I didn’t count on consumer waste, an inclement and even hostile environment, and a taxation rate bordering on theft.

My investment was in commodities. Tomato plants to be precise. I planted five plants, but I have only been able to harvest five small speci-mens; three had split tops I had to cut off.

I spoke to others in the industry and they all indicated I had chosen a particularly difficult year to form a start-up. Tomato production was down everywhere. The larger economy couldn’t keep me supplied with the natural resources I needed, like rain in August. The location of my garden was restricted to a small area near my

patio by neighborhood regulations regarding eyesores. I understood a portion of my produce would be taxed by chipmunks and rabbits who wouldn’t help.

But I didn’t count on the waste. Three nibbles to nourish them and then they’d drop the fruit

to the ground and move on to the next one. There seemed to be no end to their appetites and very little rationale behind their consumption.

However, what really did me in were the two groundhogs who de-cided to squat under my sunroom and claim to the fruits of my labor. A roaming possum with a tomato addiction did me no favors. Nor do I think my tomatoes did anything for him. Like most small businesses, there are a few too many mouths to feed. Counting only my cash invest-ment, each of my five tomatoes cost $1.98. I can’t continue to operate under these conditions – unless there’s a government subsidy. Next summer, I don’t know who will be feeding the furry moochers, but it won’t be me.

A modern day parable

Brenda Alexander is a freelance writer and resident of Noblesville. You can contact her at [email protected].

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COMMEntaRY By loretta Moore

“He threatened me, strangled me with an extension cord, lunged at me with a kitchen knife…” Is this dialog from a horror movie? No, this is real life for far too many victims of domestic violence. Why is relationship violence so frighteningly common in 2011? What can be done to help? The answer starts with three simple words: Make a plan.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. And, just as other national observations are meant to increase awareness, this month should prompt those in violent relationships to take stock of their situation and take action. One key tool is to draft a safety plan.

Here is an example of a plan that can be adopted by nearly anyone in an abusive relationship.

Have a bag packed, including: a change of clothes for yourself and children; address book; money; extra keys; emergency medicines (three- to five-day supply); important paperwork (check-ing and savings account numbers); copy of lease; copy of no violent contact order/protective order; birth certificates; social security numbers for ev-eryone; ADC/SSI/passports or medical insurance card, etc.; cell phone and charger.

Also remember to avoid sending e-mails, turn off phone GPS, and contact OnStar to prevent any trace of location. Advise school systems, courts, employers, daycare providers, and wel-fare not to give out personal information. Get-ting a P.O. Box also can help one prevent being traced.

One in four women will be a victim at least once in their lifetime, so you probably know someone who is being abused or who is a survivor.

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By David HeighwayHamilton County Historian

Every community seems to have its share of legendary monsters, particularly to attract tourists. Scotland has the Loch Ness Monster, the state of Washington has Bigfoot, and even Lake Manitou near Rochester, Ind., has a giant serpent. What about Hamilton Coun-ty? Do we have a stray monster or two wandering about?

Interestingly, we have more sightings than we have legends. Our “monster” doesn’t have a proper name, but the mysterious cat that is supposed to roam the banks of the White River has been a part of the local consciousness since the middle of the 20th Century.

As near as anyone can tell, the first time an unusual sighting was reported was in January 1951 when a “black panther” was re-ported along the river. State police officers investigated and found nothing except vague animal tracks and some fur. However, this didn’t prevent carloads of hunters (mostly non-residents of the county), from arming themselves to the teeth and searching the underbrush. The greatest danger to any human was from getting shot by a trigger-happy hunter, but fortunately, no one was in-jured. Eventually, the hullabaloo faded.

The next reported sighting was more precise, but still provided no answers. In October 1965, a “dark colored” and “cat-like” animal was seen to leap over the fence of the Home for Friendless Animals at Horseshoe Prairie, kill and eat a small dog, and then leap back out. This occurred at least seven other times. There were also reports of livestock attacks in the area. However, once again, nothing definite was found.

The beast made several appearances in the mid-1970s. County residents who lived along the river heard its screaming cry and saw what they thought were paw prints. A security guard at Con-ner Prairie claimed he spotted a large cat prowling around the grounds of the museum. A local cattle breeder saw his herd of cows running in panic around their pasture. Some black, brown and white fur was found in places where the animal had been sighted. Regrettably, none of it was saved, because modern DNA testing would settle the matter very quickly. The naturalists who investigated the sightings felt fairly sure the animal was a large, stray dog. The witnesses felt otherwise.

In the latter part of the 1990s, the beast really put on a show and gave the game wardens quite a headache. A large cat esti-mated at 60 to 100 pounds, was spotted near New Whiteland in June 1996. Although an effort was made to capture it, there were no reports of success. Then Noblesville had two mountain lion sightings in June 1997. One animal was seen behind the Kroger store on Logan Street and the other was seen on a farm at 206th Street. Investigators found nothing at the store and felt the ani-mal at 206th Street was probably a coyote. The farmer disagreed and acrimonious letters were exchanged in the newspapers.

In May 1998, a hog farm in Miami County had five pigs killed and mutilated by an animal that roared and left a distinctly cat-like paw print. The DNR investigated and this time they believed it was a big cat. But they pointed out it probably wasn’t a “wild” cat because the hog carcasses had been left mostly uneaten. Usu-ally, wild animals only kill to eat. An animal had been raised in captivity might know how to kill, but not what to do afterwards. Unfortunately, there are people who raise wild animals in secret as a kind of a pet. This is, of course, illegal and they often don’t know what to do with them when they are grown. These animals sometimes escape or are let loose, like the alligator found one year in an Indianapolis pond. Whatever was let loose in Miami

County was apparently never captured. The beast made big headlines in 2001. A creature was spot-

ted in Elkhart County in early September. Officials played this down until a horse was injured in late September on a farm near Lebanon in Boone County. A large paw print was found nearby. Sightings increased after this, but they may have been in reaction to the newspaper stories. There was debate between the witnesses and naturalists about the creature, as well as debate between the naturalists and other naturalists. In the end, almost everyone agreed there was some animal, but no one was sure exactly what it was.

So, is there a real beast out there? If there is, it’s not the wild animal scientists call Puma concolor, and the rest of us call puma, cougar, catamount, or mountain lion. The primary reason is the mountain lion has been presumed to be extinct in Indiana for more than a century. The last lion in central Indiana was killed around 1851. The last lion in the state was thought to have been killed in 1868, although Benton County reported a “beast” kill-ing cattle in 1874 and Spencer County had problems with a “lioness” in 1881.

Could a family of lions have somehow survived to the present day? The biological facts won’t support this idea. A mountain lion could be described as a 150-pound killing machine. The animal’s body is almost pure muscle and has a very high metabolism that requires 6,000 calories a day. To get this, it eats on average about 13 pounds of meat a day. Biologists estimate it kills a deer every seven to 10 days and feeds on small animals in between major kills. This amount of food needed to survive increases when there are cubs to feed. The lion prefers fresh meat and it will not scavenge from garbage unless it is starving. When you multiply these factors by the numbers of animals needed for a healthy breeding stock, it suggests it would be impossible in an area as heavily populated as Hamilton County for this activity to go unnoticed.

So what is it people have been seeing in Hamilton County for the past 50 years? Well, there is another kind of cat that definitely has lived in Hamilton County in the past and has had a much better chance of surviving. That is Lynx rufus, or the common bobcat, also known as the wildcat. William Conner was the first non-native known to have contact with these animals. He offered the Indians 50 to 67 cents for each cat skin, the same price he offered for fox skins.

Heady Hollow, located near William Conner’s house, had its own population of wildcats, and their distinctive screaming could be heard until the early 1900s. An actual wildcat was caught in November 1927 near Cicero. It was a female with six kittens and she was three feet, nine inches long, 21 inches tall, and weighed 27 and a half pounds. This is somewhat larger than the average bobcat.

It’s understandable how a bobcat might be confused with a cougar or black panther. They are twice as large as the average domestic cat, and a person’s mind can play tricks on them when confronted with an animal of that size. Although the coats are spotted, their fur can

range in color from tawny to very dark. Although their tail is very short, it does exist. Most importantly, even though they are very rare in modern Indiana, they are not extinct. Whoever sees one is seeing an actual animal, even though a person’s mind might change it into a larger creature.

Incidentally, it’s also possible to confuse the bobcat with its rare and slightly larger cousin, the Canadian Lynx. For example, a piece in the Nov. 8, 1890 edition of The Ledger said, “Tis said a wild and hungry lynx prowls around near Huntington. No one has been killed by it.” Of course, no one was likely to be killed by it since it rarely went near humans. Actually, by that time, the lynx had disappeared from Indiana. Today, the lynx has a very limited territory, mostly in the north of Canada. You would be just as likely to see a moose in Indiana as you would a lynx.

Many naturalists refer to odd animal sightings as “UFO’s” or Unidentified Furry Objects. They wouldn’t deny a person saw something; they just want more proof before they decide what it is. In 1998, the Indiana Dept. of Natural Resources began a pro-gram to track bobcats with sightings and radio collars to see if the population is on the increase. However, spotting a bobcat is very difficult, since it avoids humans as much as possible. Bobcats are much happier hunting birds and rodents in the deep forests.

So keep your eyes open as you travel through the Hamilton County forests. You might see a rare bit of Indiana fauna run by. But, if there is some other animal on the banks of White River the biologists don’t know about – a Felis Rufus Hoosierensus – watch out! The Beast of White River might be on the prowl.

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Libby pleaded with her mom and dad to take William trick-or-treating instead. Since she was in high school, Halloween was no longer about dressing up in witch hats and skeleton costumes. This year Halloween was all about Matt.

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reach the opening in the big oak tree, she

tripped and felt a sharp pain, then everything went black.What felt like centuries later, Libby opened her eyes.

It was pitch black outside and all she could hear was the wind whistling. A chill ran through her body and she stood up. She reached in her pocket for her cell phone, but all she pulled out was lint. She told herself to stay calm as she raced through the graveyard calling out for her friends.

She saw flickers of light in the distance. She darted past trees and gravestones running as fast as she ever had in her life. As the lights got brighter, the figures became more distinguishable. She couldn’t possibly imagine what her mom and dad were doing out here. And was that Matt with them?

The young guy turned and made eye contact with her. There was no way this was possible. It was William, but he was not the little boy she remembered from earlier that evening in his pumpkin costume. He was an entire foot taller and looked more like a classmate than her annoying nine-year-old brother.

Libby began to shout for her family, but no one would respond to her. They were too busy staring at the ground. She walked towards them and noticed their lights were shining upon a simple gravestone. When she read the carved words she fell to the ground: “Libby Grace Smith-son: July 2, 1992-October 31, 2007.”

By alara Bilbrey, age 7Bob, Sarah, Mom and Dad were in the graveyard. They were chasing

their dog, Nancy, because she ran out of the house. They heard strange noises in the night.

Bob and Sarah were bending down looking for Nancy’s tracks, when all of a sudden they heard a shrill scream. They looked behind a gravestone and saw a skeleton. And it was the skeleton that was screaming!

The skeleton ran at them and Bob and Sarah ran and hid behind a differ-ent gravestone. Behind the gravestone, they saw Nancy, who was trembling but jumping up and licking them. The skeleton saw them and chased them up a tree. Nancy hid under a bush.

Mom and Dad saw Bob and Sarah in the tree and asked, “Why are you in the tree?”

They told Mom and Dad a skeleton was chasing them. The skeleton dis-appeared and the kids climbed down from the tree. The family ran back to their house to get shovels and dug a hole in the graveyard.

The skeleton reappeared and started chasing Bob and Sarah around the graveyard. The kids ran around the hole and the skeleton fell right in. The skeleton couldn’t get out of the hole.

The next day the family got a call from the Monster Trap-ping Society, who said they were going to get awards for trapping the skeleton. They went to the Monster Trapping Society and had a special dinner and received medals. When they got home after the dinner, they saw Nancy chewing on a suspicious-looking bone.

By Robert [email protected]

Alara Bilbrey and Erica Davis have been named the youth and adult division winners in the inaugural Halloween Writing Contest spon-sored by the Current.

Youth Division Winner – Alara BilbreyCostumes and candy are Alara’s favorite

things about the October holiday. While her story does not contain either, it does include a spooky skeleton, graveyard and the Monster Trapping Society.

“I like making up funny stories,” said the seven-year-old, adding that her story just “popped in her head.”

Alara and her older brother Kalan, 9, each

submitted stories after their mother, Kara, read about the contest.

“We write a lot. We’re homeschooled so we have a lot of time to think of our stories,” Kalan said.

“It’s important to them to have good writing skills – creative writing and writing reports,” added Kara.

Alara said she enjoys reading the Fairy books by Daisy Meadows, Fablehaven series and Nancy Drew books. This is the second writing contest she has entered. Alara previously wrote about her favorite Indiana memory in a contest held by the Indiana Historical Society.

“I just enjoy writing for fun,” she said.Adult Division Winner – Erica Davis

“I’m pretty surprised. I thought it would be something fun to do and pass the time with. I’m really excited to be chosen,” Davis said after be-ing informed her story was selected as the adult division winner.

Davis, 27, was the first person to submit an entry – sending her story to us just two days after the con-test was announced.

“I always read through the Current when I get it every week. I was meeting with some friends for din-ner so I ripped the article

out and took it with me,” she said. “It sounded interesting. I always had an interest in writing.”

On her way to meet her friends, Davis took the back roads looking for inspiration for her story. After dinner, Davis began writing her sto-ry and completed it in approximately two hours.

“I sat down and started typing and it just came out,” she explained. “The whole idea came out really quickly.”

Davis said her favorite kinds of books have a twist ending, which she incorporated into her story.

“I love the twist at the end,” she said. “I love reading books and thought how I would have the twist at the end.”

Bilbrey, Davis win Halloween Writing Contest

Want to see how talented your friends and neighbors are? To read more Halloween Writing Contest entries, visit www.currentnoblesville.org. Online you can find stories from: Youth – Kalan Bilbrey and Abbie Klinker. Adult – Athena Brosius, Macy Cobb, Emily Eastman, George W. Grimes, Bill Kenley, Jim and Wendy Morrison, Trevor James Sorensen and Jessica Turner.

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The annual fun-filled Stonycreek Farm Pump-kin Harvest Festival, 11366 Ind. 38 E., Nobles-ville, is open to the community from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. now through Monday. It is tradition on the farm to celebrate the Pumpkin Harvest with the community. Take a hayride through the woods to Stonycreek’s secluded pumpkin fields to pick your own pumpkins. Bring your camera and enjoy the beautiful fall colors and the farm animals. For more information, call 773-3344 or visit www.stonycreekfarm.net.

The Barn of Terror, 19807 Hague Rd., will begin its fourth season Wednesday and run through Halloween night. It is a local barn in Noblesville that undergoes a transformation every year during the month of October. Local found-ers Ryan Demler and Drew Ahner have been in charge of bringing this haunted house to life for the past four years. The Barn of Terror includes a haunted house plus a hayride for the small fee of $5 per person and offers free hot chocolate. For more information and operation times, visit http://noblesvillebarnofterror.webs.com.

The Noblesville Parks Dept. and the Ham-ilton County Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs will be partnering again this year to provide a fun, old fashioned Halloween party for the entire family at Forest Park, 701 Cicero Rd. The party will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday. Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and enjoy games, storytellers, pumpkin-carving demonstrations, music, outdoor activities such as hayrides, and refreshments. Reservations are not required for this event. For more information, contact the Noblesville Parks Dept. at 770-5750.

Come and enjoy great country atmosphere events, entertainment, food, hayrides, games, corn mazes, peddle tractors, farm animals, peddle carts for big kids/adults, lasso a bull, basketball fun, miniature golf, playground areas, and much, much more during the Russell Farms Country Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at 12290 E. 191st St., Noblesville. The farm’s Snack Shack with lots of food and sodas and apple cider and Country Store with fudge, apple butter, pumpkin butter and the ultimate country salsa will be open. For more information, call 773-9078 or visit www.russell-farms.com.

Unseenpress.com, Inc. will host its Nefari-ous Noblesville Ghost Walk at 7:30 p.m. Sat-urday. From beer rooms to business, visit the places where the dead continue their spirited affairs and hear their empty voices call from beyond. The group will meet on the south side of Noblesville’s Courthouse Square. Cost is $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and children 11 and younger. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 840-6456 or visiting www.unseenpress.com.

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Fright ManorAddress: 2909 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis Times: 7 to 10 p.m. Weekdays and Sunday, 7 p.m. to midnight Friday and SaturdayWeb site: www.frightmanor.com • Cost: $20

Asylum HouseAddress: 8600 S. Meridian St., IndianapolisTimes: 7 to 10 p.m. today, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday and Monday, 7 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday • Cost: $19

NecropolisAddress: 2525 N. Shadeland Ave., India-napolis • Times: 7 to 10 p.m. today through Thursday and Sunday, 7 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday, 7 to 11 p.m. MondayWeb site: www.darkarmies.com/necropo-lis-haunted-house/ • Cost: $19-$27

ScarevaniaAddress: 1911 N. Granville Ave., MuncieTimes: 8 to 11 p.m. Thursday and Monday, 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, Saturday and SundayWeb site: www.scarevania.com • Cost: $10

Fear FairAddress: 800 A Ave. E., SeymourTimes: 9 to 11 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, 8 to 10 p.m. Sun-day and MondayWeb site: www.fearfair.com • Cost: $10

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» Haunted Trails at Cool Creek Park – Make your way through the “boo-tiful” woods of Cool Creek Park, 2000 E. 151st St., Westfield, during the annual Haunted Trails Halloween event from 7 to 10 p.m. today through Thurs-day. Ghouls and goblins are lurking at every turn and waiting for you to arrive. Trail not recommended for children under 12, but there will be plenty of fright-free activities available. Cost is $5 per person. For more information, call 770-4407 or visit www.myhamiltoncoun-typarks.com.» Headless Horseman at Conner Prairie – Time is running out to enjoy the annual fall event at Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers. Gather family and friends close and prepare to jump and scream as the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow rides again. And when your racing heart begins to slow down, join in for night entertainment at the barn dance and enjoy fun activities that present the story of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Head-less Horseman runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. Presale tickets are $9-$13 and tickets purchased at the gate are $11-$15. For more information, call 776-6006 or visit www.connerprairie.org.» Mystery Café at The Mansion – The Man-sion at Oak Hill, 5801 E. 116th St., Carmel, pairs up with the Mystery Café of Indianapolis to present a spooktacular evening Friday at The Mansion with a five-course dinner and a Mys-

tery Café show; Bats: The Non Musical. Tickets are $55 per person and include a five-course elegant dinner with hors d’oeuvres, soup, salad, prime rib and chicken dinner and des-sert as well as the show. Dress in your favorite “cluesque” costume and enjoy the meal while trying to solve the “Who Done It” mystery. For reservations, call 843-9850. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. » Ghosts & Goblins 5K Run 2K Walk & Well-ness Fair – To benefit the Carmel Education Foundation will host its Ghosts & Goblins 5K Run 2K Walk & Wellness Fair beginning at 7:30 a.m. Saturday at Carmel High School, 520 E. Main St. Safe costumes are welcomed. The event will include a costume contest, fun priz-es and gift certificates. For more information, contact the Carmel Education Foundation at 844-9961 or visit www.carmelghostrun.com.» Halloween Westfield Historic Under-ground Railroad Ghost Walk – Unseen Press will host a ghost walk from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Monday at Asa Bales Park, 132 W. Main St., Westfield. The walking tour is filled with stories of ghosts of the Underground Railroad mixed with modern-day gangsters and spirits from Westfield’s haunted history. Reservations are required. Cost is $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and children 11 and younger. For more information, call 840-6456 or visit www.unseenpress.com.

Hamilton County halloween events

U.S. municipalities with a Halloween theme

• Candy Town, Ohio

• Cape Fear, N.C.

• Frankenstein, Mo.

• Pumpkin Bend, Ark.

• Pumpkin Hollow, N.Y.

• Scary, W.Va.

• Skull Creek, Neb.

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Bagged leaves will be picked up on the same day as resi-dents’ regular trash day. Please make sure leaves are bagged only in the free, biodegradable bags provided by the city and are placed separately from trash containers. Residents may set out as many biodegradable bags as necessary, but each bag must weigh no more than 40 pounds. Biodegradable bags are available free of charge to Noblesville residents at all fire stations, City Hall, the Street Dept., the Parks Dept., and the Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Center.

Please note neither loose leaves nor bagged leaves will be picked up in alleys. Pickups will only be in front of a resident’s house.

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Republican incumbent John Ditslear is facing opposition from political newcomer Mike Corbett for mayor of Noblesville and shared a few thoughts on his cam-paign as the general election nears.Q: Why are you running for re-election?

Ditslear: “I love Noblesville and am proud to have lived here since 1966. Public service has always been a priority for me. During the years, I have served as a board member and/or officer for many civic, nonprofit, and youth organizations. I originally decided to run for mayor to continue to give back to the community. A great deal of progress has been made in Noblesville during the past eight years and there are more challenges ahead of us that I would like to help solve.”Q: What do you feel are the biggest issues facing Noblesville now and in the future?

Ditslear: “Continuing to provide out-standing city services and programs to residents and businesses despite our serious revenue reduction is imperative. The city’s revenue has decreased the last few years by close to $5 million. However, unlike other communities, we have not cut back on services, closed fire stations, or laid off employees. Also, we must continue to at-

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Corporate Campus is similar to that of the U.S. 31 corridor in Carmel, which did not fill with businesses in five, 10, or 15 years. It was a long-term process that now yields significant property taxes for the city.”Q: What do you hope to accomplish in your third term as mayor if re-elected?

Ditslear: “We have an excellent com-munity which has received many national and state awards and recognitions every year since 2006. In addition, the Com-munity Survey we conducted last year showed 91 percent of residents believe Noblesville is an excellent or good place to live. That being said, I have long said that we cannot be complacent and must con-tinually strive to improve and be the best we can be. To that end, I want to continue to wisely manage the city’s finances so that we remain in the black, continue to bring more businesses to Noblesville, and continue to work with existing businesses in order to offer programs and services to help them grow and succeed.”

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» Parents Night Out – Clay Terrace invites parents out for Parents Night Out, a date night featuring dinner, dancing and drinks this Saturday, 6:30 to 9 p.m. The event is a great way for parents to take the night off and receive drinks from People’s Brew, dinner from Kincaid’s and enjoy music by Barom-eter Soup. Parents looking for a babysitter can arrange painting sessions with Color Me Mine for their children during the event for a minimal fee. For more information, visit www.simon.com.

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While I was compiling material for my book, “The Tailgater’s Handbook,” I visited Penn State University for a game against Iowa University. It was a joy to sample foods at the tailgate lot and share tailgate-food recipes with fellow tailgaters. The best of these tasty foods were added to my recipe section; you can see them on my Web site. Joyce Massetti’s cheeseburger soup, was so good

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» Foods that lose weight for you – Want to lose weight? Try increasing your daily fiber intake in the form of nutrient-rich high-fiber foods. Why fiber? Recent research in the Journal of Nutrition sug-gests eating more fiber as a way to prevent weight gain or even encourage weight loss. Over the course of the two-year study, the researchers found that boosting fiber by 8 grams for every 1,000 calories resulted in about 4 ½ pounds of weight lost. Try it for yourself. If you’re consuming 2,000 calories per day, aim to increase your fiber by 16 grams.

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» The impact of three hours – Three hours of vigorous exercise a week can reduce a man’s heart attack risk by 22 percent, a new Harvard study suggests. The Harvard School of Public Health researchers also found that about 38 per-cent of that decreased risk was due to the beneficial effects of exercise on a man’s levels of “good” high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.

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» Skip ‘healthy’ drinks? – Gatorade and Vitamin Water might sound healthy, but a 20-ounce bottle of either thirst quencher still exceeds your daily sugar allowance. Sports beverages like Vitamin Water pack 13 g of sugar per 8-ounce serving, or 33 g and 125 calories in a 20-ounce bottle. (One teaspoon equals 4 g, which means 33 g is 8.25 teaspoons of sugar.) But you don’t have to avoid sports drinks entirely—just look for the sugar-free and reduced-sugar versions.

» Hair loss myth – Myth: If you want to hang onto your hair, stay away from gel and hairspray. No need to forgo the products—they don’t cause balding, and neither does shampoo, washing your hair frequently, or dandruff. But some men tease their hair and use curling irons, which could speed up the process. It’s the over-mechanical utilization of hair that can be problematic.

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DISPatCHESCOMMEntaRYBy Barry Eppley

The pursuit of the idealized female appear-ance is not a realistic goal for any woman; regardless of what plastic surgery has to offer. Improving your own body through diet and exercise with a little plastic surgery, if desired, is the common sense approach. Women should only want to have a pleasing face and body pro-portions within their natural genetics.

The Barbie doll, introduced in 1959 who celebrated her 50th birthday in 2009, has always been a controversial figure when it comes to body image. One of the most common criti-cisms for the doll is its unattainable body image for young women to emulate. Based on her 1/6 scale at a height of just under 12 inches, she would be the equivalent of 5’ 9” with a weight of 110 pounds. Technically at these dimensions she would have a body mass index of about 16, which would classify her as anorexic.

Although looking like Barbie isn’t a look young women should admire, it is interesting to know what plastic surgery procedures one would have to go undergo to achieve it. In the October issue of O magazine, former model Katie Halchishick showed what she would have to do to achieve Barbie proportions. Posing for a photographer, she used her body to diagram what she would surgically have to do to change her features to emulate Barbie’s proportions and

shape.Based on this photographic diagraming, it

was shown she would need facial plastic surgery consisting of a brow-lift, jawline reduction and thinning, nose reshaping, neck contouring and a chin augmentation. To attain Barbie’s body, she would need a breast lift, upper arm thinning by liposuction and a tummy tuck. Despite the former model already has an attractive face and body to begin.

Although this is an entertaining and even humorous bit of photographic morphing, it has a serious message. Trying to have a so-called ideal body proportions such as Barbie, is not a healthy pursuit; even if plastic surgery could make it possible. On a more common request, trying to look like a certain model or entertainer is equally unrealistic. Plastic surgery should be used to enhance the face and body shape wom-en already have, not a pursuit through excessive surgery to try and achieve what one isn’t meant to be. This is a healthy and psychologically-bal-anced approach to plastic surgery women would be advised to follow.

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Whether you’re a 20-something with a job that keeps you on your feet all day, or a retiree looking to maintain an active lifestyle, vein disorders can present a serious impediment to everyday life.

While varicose veins, or spider veins, are perhaps the most commonly visible vein dis-order, conditions can range from venous leg ulcers to restless leg syndrome, and can be a sign of a more serious problem, said Dr. Jeffery Schoonover.

“Ultimately, we know the arteries carry healthy blood to the tissues,” Schoonover said. “The veins carry the blood back into general circulation.”

When this process is disrupted by vein dis-orders, blood can begin pooling in the legs, causing swelling and bruising, and hindering the legs from doing their job as a “second heart muscle,” according to Schoonover.

“Your body depends upon your calf muscles to pump blood back up into your system against gravity,” he said.

Schoonover is the owner and founder of In-diana Vein Specialists, which opened its doors this month at its new Fishers office, 11876 Olio Rd. The practice offers treatment of varicose and spider veins; treatments which have become drastically less invasive over the last five years, Schoonover said.

His initial studies done in family medicine, Schoonover went to medical school at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine on a health profession scholarship from the U.S. Air Force, with which he served as a major for four years. While serving with the Air Force, Schoonover was awarded the Meritorious Ser-vice Medal, and the Air Force Commendation Medal for Outstanding Achievement while as-signed to a humanitarian mission in El Salvador.

In 2008, Schoonover became a member of the first class of board-certified phlebologists, medical specialists in the diagnosis and treat-ment of venous disorders.

“Certainly the technology component (of phlebology) is extremely interesting,”

Schoonover said, “but there are a lot of elements from family practice involved too. It’s extremely rewarding to offer these procedures with mini-mal invasiveness and see our patients improve.”

Schoonover said, his patients come from all walks of life, everyone from the “weekend war-rior to the triathlete.” And, with an aging popu-lation, and more than 80 million people already affected by varicose veins (80 percent of which are women), Schoonover said he sees a growing demand for these types of services.

“With so many Baby Boomers aging and pur-suing these healthy, active lifestyles, these treat-ments are right in line with their age group,” he said.

With his new practice, Schoonover says he hopes to merge a family medicine approach into the treatment of venous disorders.

“Our guiding principle with this is compas-sion and listening to our patients,” he said. “As we take people from the check-in all the way through treatment, we’re going to support them through the process. We know this is a chronic illness, and we appreciate that continuity and trust from our patients.”

For more information about venous disease, visit http://www.phlebology.org. For more in-formation about Dr. Jeffrey Schoonover or the Indiana Vein Specialists, visit www.indyveins.com.

Dr. Jeffrey Schoonover’s new Fishers-based vein clinic seeks to help patients maintain their active lifestyles

Varicose Veins – Twisted, enlarged veins near the surface of the skin that are commonly seen in the legs and ankles. They can pose a serious health risk, leading to a number of conditions, from bleeding, venous leg ulcers and phlebitis to life-threatening blood clots.

Risk Factors – Heredity, age, sex, pregnancy and standing for long periods of time.

Spider Veins – Thin, threadlike veins that lie close to the skin’s surface and are commonly red or purple in appearance.Risk Factors – Typically hormonally-induced and associated with pregnancy and menstruation.

Venous leg ulcer – An open wound caused by severe varicose veins. Can be found anywhere below the knee.

Risk Factors – Presence of longstanding varicose veins, age, arthritis and immobility.

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) – A common medical condition characterized by an uncontrollable urge to move the legs, especially later in the day and at night while sitting or lying down.

Risk Factors – Pregnancy and varicose veins. Possibly connected with iron deficiency anemia, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, diabetes, kidney failure and emphysema.

Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome – A rare, congenital disorder in which patients usually have one enlarged leg, which as a port wine stain and large varicose veins that are typically on the laterer aspect of the leg.

Risk Factors – Associated with lack of development of part of the deep venous system and other venous abnormalities.

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new Medicare enrollment dates – Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius is reminding seniors and their families that the open enroll-ment period moved up this year for Medicare Advantage and prescription drug plans. Seniors have until Dec. 7 — not New Year’s Eve as in the past — to join, drop or switch health care and drug plans for 2012. But they can start making their choices now, instead of waiting until mid-November as in previous years. The change will allow more time for process-ing.

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WORlD tRaVEl By leonid Plotkin

People say that travel promotes understand-ing, but after a day in the small Bolivian town of Macha, watching Quechua Indians beating each other up for tradition’s sake, I wasn’t so sure. It was a scene at once shocking, revolting, fascinating, and utterly incomprehensible – one of the most bizarre things I’d ever seen.

They call it the “Tinku,” which means “En-counter” in the local language. For one day, every May, people gather in Macha for a day of ritual combat. But after a few hours in the mayhem and confusion of this strangest of all events, little about it seemed ritualistic. I found myself amidst a chaotic, no-holds-barred general brawl in the town square. Men fighting with men. Women slapping, scratching and pulling each other’s hair. The young battling with the young. And a special area seemed reserved for grandpas spoiling for a fight.

“Why do they fight?” I asked someone stand-ing nearby. “It’s a kind of sacrifice, a blood of-fering to the earth,” he told me, “ . . . to have a good harvest next year.” “These people are the descendants of Inca warriors,” explained some-one else. “They fight to keep alive their martial traditions.” Another person offered an alternate theory, “They fight to show that they’re tough. People here respect the hard, the brave and the

strong, and for a man to have a broken nose is a sign of status.” Someone else seemed puzzled by my question. “We fight ‘cause we’ve always fought,” the guy said matter-of-factly.

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As a young child, growing up in rural Ne-braska, Ruth Jane Reeve had no idea what the future held for her, nor the challenges she would face. But it was there, in the west, that she was given the foundation that would support her for more than a century and bring her into a world she never imagined.

Now living in Carmel near her daughter, Ila Badger, Ruth – who recently celebrated 108 years of life – credits three specific things with bringing her to where she is today. As the sweet-natured matriarch of a strong and connected family, Ruth says her family, faith and penchant for fitness have made all the difference along the way.

familyRuth’s father, Wilbur, was a farmer, milkman,

postmaster, telephone operator, and barber – often doing more than one of these at any given time. Hard work was a family tradition, but one that drew them closer together.

Married at 17, Ruth had two daughters of her own with husband, Pete Scott, before becoming a widow at age 32. She had a home and a car, but no job and no financial support system. Her own mother came to help with the children so Ruth could go to work bagging coffee. In time, she met Frank Reeve through friends and mar-ried again, adding another daughter to the fam-ily. That daughter, Ila, would eventually move to Indiana in 1968. Ruth and her husband fol-lowed in 1969.

“The love of my life, is my family,” she said. “The foundation of my life is my faith.”

faithEven during the Great Depression, Ruth

remembers many around them going without

food, but they always had something to eat. Hard times such as this, being widowed at a young age and losing a grandchild to cancer were always met with the faith that all would be well. A lifelong member of the Methodist Church, Ruth, according to Ila, “has quietly served the Lord her entire life”.

“Things were tough,” shared Ruth of her childhood, “but faith and hard work got us through.”

fitnessRuth worked hard at keeping fit, as well, and

still maintains her slim figure and healthful glow. Whether it was roller skating, ice skating, kickball, croquet, bean bag tossing, or simply helping with family chores or businesses, Ruth the child was always moving. Ruth the adult is still moving today. Even at age 100, Ruth could often be found walking to the nearby Meijer store for groceries.

Ruth remembers making daisy chains as a child, packing coffee as a young adult, canning everything one can possibly can, the first car she ever saw, eating war rations, and the joy of indoor plumbing and an electric washing machine.

These days she enjoys exercising in the morn-ing, playing bingo in the afternoon and walking throughout the day. She is a bit of a celebrity where she lives and even received a card from former Presi-dent George W. Bush on her 100th birthday.

Described as a very practical person, an avid non-fiction reader, a lifelong learner, a wonder-ful mother and homemaker and a woman who lived a life devoted to serving her family – never seeking recognition, Ruth says she simply always took care of her family. “Family was always first,” she said.

Family, faith and fitness.

Ruth Reeve with her daughter Ila Badger


COMMEntaRYBy Dr. Jugnoo Husain

Recently, a friend developed unrelenting diar-rhea, a fever and stomach cramps. My friend was diagnosed with a Clostridium Difficile infection. She had recently taken antibiotics and then visited a hospitalized relative who had CDI. She has recovered, but described the infec-tion as a miserable and scary experience.

CDI is a contagious, spore-forming bacteria causing symptoms such as mild-moderate diar-rhea and life-threatening colonic inflammation. A significant risk factor for CDI is recent antibi-otic use. These drugs alter the balance of “good” bacteria in the gut and allow CDI to grow when someone becomes infected.

CDI incidence has more than doubled since the mid-1990s. Elderly people and hospital-ized or nursing home patients are the most at risk. These patients are also more likely to be immune-compromised and taking antibiotics. However, more aggressive and resistant infec-tions are also increasing in the community, reportedly affecting younger people with no history of hospitalization or antibiotic use.

CDI spores are shed in the stool of infected persons, contaminating their clothing, bedding and other surfaces. The spores can be transmit-ted to other patients via the hands of healthcare workers. Visitors can be at risk if they touch the contaminated surfaces and then touch their

mouths; studies show adults touch their faces 15.5 times per hour. Therefore, strict hospital infection-prevention is imperative, and the most important one is hand washing. Visitors should also wash their hands before and after their visits to prevent contracting the infection and spread-ing it to others.

The same hygiene principles apply for in-fected people at home: Try to stay in a separate bedroom, wash your hands religiously with soap and water. Do not share the kitchen or other items with anyone. Have family members wash their hands after touching you. Clean surfaces and clothing with a chlorine-based disinfectant. Alcohol-based hand rubs are not effective against C-diff spores. Continue these precautions until the diarrhea has stopped for 48 hours.

Treatment depends on disease severity, rang-ing from just stopping the offending antibiotic to (paradoxically) treating with another kind of antibiotic. Some severe cases may even require surgery. Certain probiotics, containing benefi-cial bacteria, may be added. The best strategy is to prevent C. diff in the first place, and good hand hygiene is the most important factor.

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Dr. Jugnoo Husain is a board certified anatomic and clinical pathologist. She currently resides in Hamilton County. Dr. Husain can be reached at [email protected].

COMMEntaRY By David Sullivan

An often overlooked problem among our senior population is how often they fall or nearly fall.There are plenty of treatments avail-able for what happens after the fall, whether this is hip fracture repair, stroke treatment or physical therapy. But what about trying to prevent the fall as a primary concern?

Millions of dollars are spent each year on these often quality-of-life-ending events. If more attention could be paid to this group that have a much higher chance of falling, then a lot of psychological, financial, and physical expense could be spared. Factors that contribute to falls include, but are not limited to:

1. Dizziness2. History of falls or near falls3. Being female4. Compromised vision

5. Steadiness of gait (as observed and graded)6. Ankle Strength and stability7. Medications (many can affect balance)8. Diseases such as Parkinson’s, a history of

strokes or seizures, arthritis, diabetic or other neuropathy

9. Ability to get up out of a chair and abil-ity to walk and talk (as observed and graded)

If you see any of the above as a potential way for you or a loved one to suffer a fall, then schedule an evaluation. There are many options available from, physical therapy and gait-assistive devices to simple braces that are quite supportive and stabilizing while still be-ing comfortable. You can e-mail me at [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this important issue.

Dr. David Sullivan is with Westfield Foot and Ankle, 16411 Southpark Dr., Suite B. E-mail him at [email protected].

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COMMEntaRYBy Marcia Wilson

“Okay, now we’re going to check your cata-racts.” That took a moment to register in my brain before I responded that, in fact, I don’t have cataracts and that’s not why I was there. “Of course you do” the technician insisted, and so it went as we argued back and forth until I was starting to wonder if I might have cataracts! She left me with “we’ll see if the doctor thinks you need surgery.” So now, blood pressure rising, I’m making a list of questions concern-ing cataracts when this stranger in a white coat walks in and asks how I’m doing. That was the last straw, and finally my brain remembered Speak Up. So why did I feel guilty when the doctor looked a little put out when I asked for my regular ophthalmologist, the one who knows my history – these are my eyes, this is about my health! Finally my doctor came in, and guess what? No cataracts, no surgery, every-thing looks good, and because she is part of my “team” I accepted her sincere apology about the mix-up.

Isn’t it funny how most of us are willing to speak up about everything else in the world, but when it comes to our own health care we have a bad habit of just nodding, not asking questions, and withholding tidbits of information that might seem insignificant or embarrassing. We’re more likely to share T.M.I. (too much infor-mation) about health issues with our friends, neighbors, and strangers in line at the grocery than with our doctors, yet we expect the doctors

to have all the answers. In 2002 the Joint Commission and the

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued this great (and underutilized) initiative to encourage us to be more active, involved and informed in our health care. As an acronym Speak Up is a little complicated to remember but worth carrying a copy right next to your insurance card:

Speak up if you have questions or concerns. If you still don’t understand, ask again. It’s your body and you have a right to know.

Pay attention to the care you get. Make sure you’re getting the right treatments and medicines. Don’t assume anything.

Educate yourself about your illness. Ask a trusted friend or family member to be

your advocate (advisor or supporter).Know what medicines you take and why you

take them.Use a hospital, clinic, etc. that has been care-

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That’s worth repeating: You are the center of your health care team. So “Go Team”, Speak Up, and keep moving!

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Marcia Wilson holds an M.A. in gerontology and teaches exercise courses for aging adults in Fishers. Wilson can be reached at [email protected].

It’s GoldenIt’s time to get your flu shot, say health ex-

perts, and this year two new forms of vaccine are available.

Those 18 to 64 who are squeamish about shots can opt for a vaccine that uses a tiny needle to deliver immune-boosting vaccine into the skin, rather than into the muscle like the standard shot. Also, people 65 and older can get a high-dose version, which should give better protection against the flu.

Influenza specialist Kristin Nichol, M.D., of the University of Minnesota Medical School, says both new flu shots may come to occupy a “special niche” in the arsenal against influenza. “It’s very exciting to have these new vaccines available,” she says.

As for the nasal spray flu vaccine that was first introduced in 2003, it is a weakened live vaccine recommended only for those ages 2 to 49.

Although an annual flu shot for older people has long been a mainstay of U.S. public health policy, the last several years have brought in-creasing debate among experts about just how effective the vaccine is in older people.

Research has suggested that getting the shot decreases an older person’s chances of being hospitalized for flu or pneumonia, and of dy-

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What is economic development? To us, it’s understanding the pulse of our community – af-ter all Noblesville is the heart of it all. It encom-passes everything from recruiting a multi-mil-lion dollar company like SMC Corp.to offering job opportunities through the Hamilton Coun-ty Job Fair – and everything in between. ‘In be-tween’ includes entrepreneurship opportunities, creating an arts and cultural environment, mar-keting and selling Noblesville and creating local, regional and statewide partnerships.

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Business expansion and retention: Increased communication and a simplified business-development process increased our business visits; communicated opportunities for grants; connected businesses with resources such as Pur-due’s TAP; and introduced existing Noblesville vendors and suppliers.

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What struck me most as I spoke with her and her 70-something daughter, was the bond they shared and the love that easily flowed between the two as they navigated the interview in har-mony. Their closeness was amazingly inspiring. So much so that as I walked back to my car post-interview, my mind was furiously contem-plating ways to draw my own family even closer than they currently are.

There is nothing in this world that can re-place that in a person’s life – no matter how glamorous or glorious life may be. Undoubtedly, familial connection is a large part of what has carried this beautiful woman, well into her sec-ond century.

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(317) 846-4166(317) 509-3943

[email protected]

Guitar LessonsWith Baker Scott

Beginners thru AdvancedAll styles

Electric-Acoustic-BassPrivate Lessons

Parent-Child Lessons

near Carey Road & 146th

Carmel317-910-6990

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Happy Pets In-Home Pet Care

A less stressful and economical alternative to boarding with loving care for your

pets in the comfort of your home. Experience in Exotics.

Insured/BondedMember of Pet Sitters Associates LLC

[email protected]

References available

In-Home TuTorIngMaster’s Degree Instructors

SAT/ACT Test Prep, College Prep, Math, Reading, English, ENL (English as a New

Language) for all grades through adultCall 317 776 7615

Golden Education Strategies, Inc

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To your door nail services.Great for moms, or anyone in a nursing or

assisted living facilities. Buy a Spa pedicure get a manicure for FREE!!

*Ask about my frequent customer discount*We do Spa parties for any occasion.

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now HIrIng Carmel CPA office has an immediate opening

for a top-notch individual with excellent communication, organizational and computer skills. Position involves answering the phone,

filing and a variety of administrative duties. Some Saturday hours during February,

March and April. Send resume and salary requirements to: Human Resources, Slattery

& Holman, P.C., 12900 North Meridian, Suite125, Carmel,Indiana 46032, or email to:

[email protected].

business for sale: noblesvilleKumon Math & Reading franchise.

Profitable. Owner retiring.317-371-0634.

book author and journalist available

for freelance writing, editing and tutoring. Custom poems for all occasions. Reasonable

rates. References available upon request. Email: [email protected] or call:

317-220-4191.

cHIld careCarmel-Westfield Day Care Opening 1 year

and above. 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.30 years experience, family setting, meals

included. References available,Reasonable rates, call 844-0450 ask for Lea.

recepTIonIsT neededNow hiring a part-time receptionist in a

busy, upscale optometry office. Computer experience, high energy personality and

phone presence a must. Please fax resume to 317-660-7438.

furnITureExecutive conference table. Nearly new. Mahogany with 8 matching leather swivel chairs. Too large for our new space. Value approx. $9,300. Will sell for $3,000 OBO.

Call 847.5022.

clergyPrepare and deliver sermons in church.

Lead religious services. M. Div. degree reqd. Send resume to New Hope Baptist Church at 2240 106th Street

Carmel ln. 46032

Head sTarT now HIrIngFamily Development Services Head Start

preschool program has immediate openings for classroom assistant in the Westfield area. Responsibilities include assisting the

Lead Teacher in planning and implementing appropriate activities for our Head Start

children.must have a High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1 year

experience working in a childcare setting.Apply now at www.fds.org

now HIrIngPart-time (18-22 hours/week) assistant in

Podiatrist’s office. Duties include preparing exam rooms and small procedures, taking histories, electronic medical

records, maintaining inventory, etc. Must be personable with patients and hard

working. Salary is based on experience and credentials. Position starts ASAP.

Send cover letter and resume to [email protected]”

now HIrIngDonatello’s Italian Restaurant

Kitchen and Dining Room Staff Good Pay: Part-Time Schedule

Applicants send resumes to [email protected]

for renT: Updated Ranch Home

2 Bedroom & 2 Bath: Brookshire Village off of 126th street:

12545 Charing Cross , Carmel, In.$1,350 per month:

call 317-815-5797 or 317-697-1794

for saleThree prime burial plots inThe Garden of Devotion at

Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.Call 317-622-1717

cusTomer servIce/dIspaTcH

Noblesville company looking for a full timecustomer service professional that can manage multiple duties at the same

time in a small office atmosphere. Will be responsiblefor customer service, data entry,

back up dispatching and other miscellaneous office duties. Must have great attitude,

great customer service skills with excellent organizational skills. Full time position with

full benefit package. $11-$12/hr. depending on experience. Email resume to [email protected] or fax to 317-

773-2645

Town of fIsHersNow Hiring:

LABORER - WASTEWATERSUPERINTENDANT – STREET

Part Time Laborer – Building Maint.Also seeking

SEASONAL ON-CALL SNOW PLOW DRIVERS

For more information and to apply visit: www.fishers.in.us

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House cleanIng “Finally Your Solution To A Spotless Home!”

Call The CleanUp Company Now For A Free In-Home Estimate

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Contact via e-mail @[email protected]

guITar lessonsWth recording artist Duke Tumatoe

Learn from professional and have fun All levels - in Carmel

[email protected] or 317-201-5856

sTarT ImmedIaTelySales positions available in the Hamilton,Co.

Territory paying $625 per week base pay plus bonuses and commission. Top Reps

average over $2000 per week. Pay checks issued weekly. Seeking

positive minded individuals with energetic personalities, professional appearance and

great people skills. Sales experience is helpful but not required. Company training is

provided. For immeidiate interview call 317-564-4957 Mon-Fri 9am-9pm

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“a man for odd Jobs”handyman , repairshauling, yard work

call Tom - 847-3753

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CAREGIVERS FOR THE ELDERLYTop ranked agency looking for mature, energetic adults

to assist seniors in their homes$11.00 per hour

7164 Graham Road, Suite 170 • 317.841.0296 • Indianapolis, IN 46250

We invite you to come by our office and fill out an application between the hours of 9-12 on Mondays and Thursdays mornings.Senior Home Companions of Indiana, Inc.

Helping Seniors Remain in their Homes Since 1996

Pet & House Sitting Service9 Years Experience317-802-6565

“The Safe and ReliableAlternative to Boarding”

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plumbIng by granTChances are, you don’t have any Plumbing

Problems now but if you ever need aPlumber, call me! My name is “Mike”. MyWork includes Repair and New Install: I

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