Today’s Weather Thursday, July 25, 2019 Today: Mostly sunny. Tonight: Clear. Sheridan | Noblesville | Cicero | Arcadia ike Atlanta | Westfield | Carmel | Fishers News Gathering L & Partner Follow us! HIGH: 84 LOW: 62 Reynolds Farm Equipment Christmas light show moving to Conner Prairie By LARRY LANNAN addition to the previously an- Reynolds Christmas light struc- Equipment is a regional John LarryInFishers.com nounced A Merry Prairie Hol- tures will be on display during Deere retailer serving farmers, iday festival arriving later this all nights of the festival. homeowners, landscapers and In a move long-rumored year. This new event promises “Our Christmas light display golf course operators throughout around Fishers, the popular to deliver endless opportunities was born out my father’s love the Midwest. Headquartered in Reynolds Farm Equipment hol- for winter fun. for Christmas and our commu- Atlanta, Ind., the company oper- iday light show will be moving “Winter is always a special nity,” said Gary Reynolds, own- ates seven retail locations in Indi- to Conner Prairie. The move time at Conner Prairie thanks er and chairman of Reynolds ana, Ohio and Kentucky. was announced in a joint news to our 40 year plus tradition of Farm Equipment. “Transition- The company is a long-time release issued by Reynolds and holiday festivities,” said Con- ing our Christmas lights display supporter of Conner Prairie. It is Conner Prairie. ner Prairie President and CEO Reynolds Burns to Conner Prairie ensures this currently the title sponsor of the Conner Prairie, Reynolds Norman Burns. “This year it family across the grounds as part tradition of celebrating Christ- Museum’s 1859 Balloon Voyage Farm Equipment, the Reynolds will be even more so as we bring of the new A Merry Prairie Holi- mas with lights continue as part and has donated more than $1 mil- family and the festival title spon- new experiences to the holiday day Festival.” of Conner Prairie’s new A Merry lion to the organization. sor Conner Prairie Alliance sur- season and carry on a time-hon- The new A Merry Prairie Hol- Prairie Holiday festival.” The arrival of the Reynolds prised Central Indiana residents ored family tradition by display- iday festival at Conner Prairie de- Founded in 1955 by farming Christmas Lights at A Merry with an early Christmas gift this ing the Reynolds Christmas lights buts on Nov. 29 and runs through husband and wife “Mac” and Ar- year by revealing a sparkling, new donated by Gary Reynolds and his Dec. 31. A vast majority of 400 line Reynolds, Reynolds Farm See Lights . . . Page 2 Fire destroys home in Shady Knoll neighborhood in Fishers The REPORTER An early Wednesday morning fire destroyed a home in the Shady Knoll subdivision in Fishers. Fire officials say the res- idents were able to escape without injury due to the early warning of the home's smoke detectors. "While a devastating loss for the family, the fact that everyone was able to get out of the home without injury is so important," said fire investigators. Firefighters arrived around 2:30 a.m. and the home was completely in- volved in fire. Firefighters were able to prevent the surrounding homes from catching fire from the radi- ant heat. Homes on either side received minimal dam- Photo provided age after firefighters battled smoke alarms to make sure from entering the bedroom, The Fishers Fire De- the blaze for 40 minutes to they are in working order and know two ways out. partment was assisted by bring it under control. and replace them every 10 The time it takes for a fire the Fishers Police Depart- Firefighters encourage years, sleep with your door to spread is staggeringly ment and the American Red residents to check their closed to prevent smoke quick. Cross.

Photo provided Solar power coming to more HSE Schools Carmel Police Officer Katy Malloy no longer allows her K-9 partner Axl to sniff out vehicles for drugs By LARRY LANNAN due to the increased risk of exposure to fentanyl. LarryInFishers.com Y o u can sense Carmel police K-9s the excite- ment in Bob Rice’s get gift of Narcan voice as By DAN KLEIN Malloy. we walked WISH-TV | wishtv.com Axl worked fast in this among the solar arrays, training exercise Monday. nearly completed just south There’s a new lifesav- His nose knows. That’s of Hamilton Southeastern ing device in the hands of what can be so dangerous Intermediate/Junior High police, one they hope they – just a few grains of fen- School (HIJH), at Cynthe- never have to use. tanyl is enough to make a anne Road and Southeastern Officers say the - Nar person overdose. But a dog Parkway. Rice, Energy Man- can sprayers could be the metabolizes it even faster. agement Director for Hamil- difference between life “That type of exposure ton Southeastern Schools, and death for K-9 officers. is so quick, it doesn’t take says the solar operation About two months ago, a much to cause death,” said there will begin powering K-9 in St. Louis needed Malloy. the HIJH school building in Narcan to reverse the ef- That’s why about five the next two to three weeks. Photos provided fects of an overdose. years ago, she stopped The next project will (Above) Upon completion, a total of 4,800 solar panels will be in use at Police in Carmel hope having her K-9 go inside a provide another array, de- HSE Intermediate/Junior High School (HIJH) and Sand Creek Elementary. they never have to do the vehicle to sniff out drugs, livering electricity for Sand HSE Energy Management Director Bob Rice says the new solar same. But since the epi- except in the most rare of Creek Elementary and Inter- (Below) panels will begin powering HIJH in the next two to three weeks. demic really picked up, circumstances. She said mediate Schools. they’re being extra cau- the danger of exposure to The HSE School Corpo- their science curriculum. tious. unknown substances is too ration entered into a contract “Our partnership with Officer Katy Malloy great since fentanyl be- with Ameresco Inc. in Janu- Ameresco has already al- puts her own life on the came more popular. ary of this year to install the lowed us to invest in proj- line every time she gets out Axl is so good at his job $2.8 million solar project. ects that directly benefit our of the car; there’s another he doesn’t need to go in- The work is being financed students and create a more tool in her uniform. “It is a side to know there’s some- by a four-year bond issue sustainable learning envi- big deal,” she said. thing inside. which is not expected to ronment at our schools,” She now carries a spe- “If the dog does not trigger a tax increase. said HSE Schools Superin- cial pack of Narcan, not for have to put himself at fur- At the time the school tendent Dr. Allen Bourff in her, but her K-9, Axl, who ther risk, then I’m not go- board approved the plan, an Ameresco news release. faces danger whenever he ing to put him there,” said Rice projected the solar ar- “The curriculum Ameresco sticks his nose out. Malloy. rays will pay for themselves provided will help our teach- “It could be the dif- The free gift of Narcan in 11 years through electrici- ers educate their students ference between life and comes from a group called ty cost savings. about the latest innovations of sustainability for the fu- and Sand Creek are complet- death to get the necessary Students will be able to in renewable energy tech- ture of our environment.” ed, it will consist of 4,800 vet care we need,” said See Gift . . . Page 2 use the solar arrays as part of nology and the importance Once the arrays at HIJH solar panels. 2 News Lights Telling your story, from Page 1 Prairie Holiday is just one your letter to Santa. • Witness the power of way members and guests can • Hop aboard the Kring- a second chance with a live create new memories with le’s Carousel to take a ride. reading from Charles Dick- shifting perspectives their families while getting • Enjoy local enter- ens’ A Christmas Carol and into the holiday spirit during tainers and musicians enjoy the sounds of Christ- The REPORTER Laureate Shari Wagner this brand new festival. performing throughout mas carolers. Veterans, families and friends are in- This event is open to service mem- Holiday activities in- the evening on Blitzen’s • Sit down and warm up vited to join Indiana artists James Moriar- bers and veterans and their families and clude: Bandstand while you en- a spell while you hear holi- ty, Dianna Davis and Shari Wagner from friends. Lunch will be provided. • Step into the wonder joy some fresh, warm hol- day stories told through the 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 17 for a day of Click here to sign up for the event. of the season as you stroll iday treats and beverages, use of historic Crankies. arts activities at Indiana State Parks. Please register with the service member/ through Reynolds Christ- under the glow of holi- • Climb aboard the Win- Events include: veteran as the registrant, and add names mas Lights display. day lights on the Conner terland Wagon Ride across • Photography with James Moriarty of their guests in the same form. • Journey around Clow- House and Animal En- Conner Prairie’s Historic • Music with Dianna Davis Please note that alcohol and firearms es Common where you will counters Barn. Grounds through thousands • Writing with former Indiana Poet are not permitted at the event. find holiday treats and eats, • Visit Prairietown of twinkling lights. artisans working on their where you will be wrapped • In addition to A Merry seasonal crafts, and special in the warmth of Holidays Prairie Holiday, family fa- photo ops. through History: vorites such Breakfast and • Visit the North Pole • You can visit the 1860s Dinner with Santa, Story- Village. Hoosier Homefront and time with Mrs. Claus and • Enter the toy work- Soldiers Camp to learn how more are returning this win- shop and make a holiday they are celebrating the ter season. gift with the help of Santa’s season during the troubling The Conner Prairie elves. times of the Civil War. Museum Store will also • Zoom down the Polar • See classic Conner be open during this time Bear Plunge dry snow tub- Prairie by Candlelight fa- for all holiday gift-giving ing hill. vorites, like Dr. Campbell’s needs. Visit connerprairie. • Test your skill at the Soiree, the disgruntled Mr. org for more information Reindeer Games Midway. Fenton, Mr. Whitaker’s on upcoming A Merry Prai- • Visit the Claus’ Cabin Store and the Curtis family rie Holiday dates, ticketing where you can visit with making Christmas prepara- pricing and other upcoming Mrs. Claus and drop off tions. events. Gift from Page 1 Vested Interest in K9s, a chew toy, not Narcan. for us.” nonprofit from Massachu- “Something that we If something were to setts. Each pack comes have that we hope we never happen to a K-9, it would with two sprayers because have to use,” said Malloy. be no small matter. They dogs need a double dose. “These are partners. These are highly trained and ex- Since Axl is with are animals we would do pensive to replace. Malloy Malloy all the time, both anything for. Having Nar- said, at minimum, it’s a on-duty and off, she hopes can is just another way that $12,000 price tag, which she can be there for him. we can care for them and is why the free Narcan kits The reward at the end of a make sure they are safe in may not just lifesaving but job well done should be a the job that they’re doing money-saving tools, too.

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Letter to the Editor Mike Corbett calls for “walkable, bikeable” downtown Noblesville Dear Editor: It’s great to see the City of Noblesville partner- ing with INDOT on road improvement projects, especially downtown. The roundabouts at the two intersections of SR32/38 and SR32/River Road are Photo provided a much better idea than INDOT’s plan from a few years ago, which sought to increase the speed of traf- fic between them by widening 32 and re-aligning the intersections. The goal, instead, should be to keep Beat the heat on Saturday at traffic flowing steadily but slowly through our down- town and this seems to head that direction. The stretch of 32 between the hospital and the river also needs work. INDOT seems focused on a Monsoon Madness in Fishers single goal: To move car traffic as quickly as possible The REPORTER this Saturday at Holland water slides to music, food ter park with giant water through town. That often conflicts with the city’s goal Don’t miss one of Fish- Park. and games. New this year, slides, along with tropical to maintain and grow a commercial district served by ers Parks & Recreation’s Monsoon Madness kids can enjoy the free fun, games, activities and multiple modes of transportation. Our local represen- best events of the summer has it all, from inflatable luau-themed pop-up wa- more. Food vendors will tatives must advocate for the city on this. It does the also be on site for food pur- city no good to have through-traffic whizzing by our chases. stores and restaurants at high speeds. Parents and guardians As long as Noblesville’s footing part of the bill, must a sign a waiver to how about making sure these improvements include obtain wristbands for chil- walkable and bikeable sidewalks and/or trails? The Finney’s dren to go down water rendering doesn’t seem to include those. I’ve heard 29559 N STATE ROAD 19, Atlanta slides. Parents are encour- more than one person suggest that its easier and safer (317) 339-4444 aged to sign the waiver in to get in your car and drive to Starbucks from the advance. These waivers are hospital than it is to cross the street on foot. That’s good for all 2019 Fishers just bad design and this new project gives us the op- Parks & Recreation events, portunity to correct that. so if you completed one at We need to keep complete streets principles in Spark!Fishers, Blast on the mind as we improve the west side of the river. Ul- Bridge, or Mud Day, you timately our entire downtown ought to be walkable are all set. and bikeable. Currently walkability pretty much ends If you complete the at the river. The Logan Street bridge walkway under waiver ahead of time be- construction is a good start but we have a long, long fore the event, simply visit way to go and every improvement project needs to the Pre-Registered Guests serve diverse modes of transportation. tent at the event to get a Mike Corbett Noblesville wristband to participate. Attendees can also sign Your Choice waivers on site at the event in the Registration tent. Letters to the Editor do not reflect the Don't forget to follow Fishers Parks & Recreation opinions of The Reporter, its publisher on Facebook and Twit- ter for event updates and or its staff. You can submit your own more. Special thanks to our sponsor, Children's Den- Letter to the Editor by email to tal Center and Primrose [email protected]. 7K miles 6K miles School. $25,995 2017 Buick Enclaves

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25-Year Sponsor! News 5 School districts can apply Carmel firefighters practice water to participate in new senior/ rescue safety skills WISH-TV | wishtv.com ing themselves. youth mentor pilot program The Carmel Fire De- The department also partment is training for all uses a drone in cases where The REPORTER the state who step to better should submit their letters the things that can go wrong they need to drop a life-sav- School districts across don’t have an old- ensure Hoosier of interest to the Indiana on the water. Firefighters ing device to someone in the state can now apply to er figure in their children are safe Department of Education are brushing up on their distress. participate in a new pilot lives to turn to at school,” Go- by Aug. 15. Schools will water rescue safety skills to “Whether it’s a pond, program that aims to better when they need odrich said. “If then receive an applica- help keep people safe this whether it’s a river, we can connect students to older help. We have there is a threat of tion for the new program, summer. get it up into the air real- Hoosiers in their commu- people who are violence, we want with selections finalized by Boating accidents aren’t ly fast. It moves 50 miles nity. willing to con- to know about it Aug. 23. the only reason an hour,” said This opportunity comes nect with these and address it.” The three school dis- firefighters may Griffin. “We can after State Rep. Chuck students and this To partici- tricts selected will be eli- use this training check for pa- Goodrich (R-Noblesville) program will help Goodrich pate, volunteers gible to receive $75,000 to to come to your tients, look for authored legislation creat- them do that.” must undergo a criminal implement the pilot pro- rescue. them, hopefully ing the School Intergener- According to the Indiana background and a child pro- gram. “We also have locate them fast- ational Safety Pilot Project Department of Education, tection index check. They For more information a lot of retention er than we would fostering positive relation- the three school districts se- must also commit to serv- about the application pro- ponds, and so be able to locate ships between students and lected for the program can ing in their role for at least cess, visit doe.in.gov and people can get them in the boat older Hoosiers to help make have up to 16 volunteers two years. type “School Intergenera- into those,” said and then we can schools safer. who are at least 55 years old Goodrich said the In- tional Safety Pilot Project” Tim Griffin with tell the crews “Some struggling stu- who could mentor troubled diana Department of Edu- in the search bar. Griffin the Carmel Fire where to go.” dents need a positive adult youth, patrol the school, re- cation will choose a rural, State Rep. Chuck Go- Department. “They can Firefighters say it’s- im in their lives to give them port any threat to students urban and suburban school odrich (R-Noblesville) rep- play in them or, like ear- portant for people in dis- sense of stability and hope,” or staff and provide guid- district to participate in the resents House District 29, lier in the spring when we tress on the water to stay Goodrich said. “Unfortu- ance to teachers. pilot program. School dis- which includes portions of had all of that water, we calm before help arrives. nately, there are kids across “This is a proactive tricts wanting to participate Hamilton County. can have a lot of situations “If you’re going to be where we have a heavy rain out fishing on the river or come in and create flash if you’re going to be on a New community chorus gives flooding through a small pond, make sure you know creek and kids will be in where you’re at,” said Grif- there playing and the next fin. “You tell somebody that people with dementia reasons to sing thing you know it’s become you’re going and so they an emergency situation.” know you’re there. The oth- The REPORTER to help. only a commitment to par- is an artistic and cultur- Firefighters spent time er thing, never mix alcohol. People suffering from “Immediately, I want- ticipate and the willingness al enterprise using the Tuesday at the Hamilton Water and alcohol, they dementia may have trouble ed to find a way to make to perform in a concert on power of song to build County Training Center re- don’t mix, so make sure you finding the right words or this happen,” said Dustin Nov. 10, with the theme bridges and enhance the viewing how to operate a haven’t mixed alcohol.” remembering the names of Ziegler, CICOA’s director “Sing Your Story.” life stories of individu- boat, how to get on and off The Carmel Fire De- their closest relatives, but of community programs. “This is an opportunity als and communities. For it safely, how to save people partment plans to do ice through music, they can Ziegler also leads Demen- for people to come togeth- more information, go to who fall off boat and could water rescue training in the remember and learn lyrics. tia Friends Indiana, which er in a stress-free environ- resonanceinitiative.com. be injured, all while protect- winter. More importantly, they can works to break down stig- ment,” Cobb said. “Maybe find joy. mas about dementia. “The they can’t communicate That’s the goal of a prevalence and complexity with language, but they community chorus being of dementia is so substan- can communicate through formed in collaboration tial that it literally takes a this gift of music.” between CICOA Aging village to combat it. Not For more information & In-Home Solutions and one organization can do and to sign up for the cho- the Resonance Initiative, it all, but together we can rus, contact Cobb at rick@ which works to change align in a way that makes a resonanceinitiative.com lives through storytelling genuine difference.” or call (317) 430-8574. and song in Indianapolis. CICOA and Resonance About CICOA Called SongShape, the Initiative are looking for CICOA Aging & In- chorus will consist entire- people interested in join- Home Solutions is a non- ly of people in the early ing, volunteering and profit organization and to mid-stage of dementia sponsoring the first Song- the designated Aging and and Alzheimer’s and their Shape Chorus. An intro- Disability Resource Center caregivers. ductory workshop will be serving Central Indiana. CI- It’s long been thought held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. COA provides a wide range that people with Alzhei- on Sept. 13 at PrimeLife of services for older adults, mer’s lose their ability to Enrichment, 1078 3rd Ave. people with disabilities and learn new information. SW, Carmel, 46032. family caregivers, including However, new research The chorus is an eight- care management, home has found that people with week commitment that health care, home-delivered dementia can learn music. brings together people who and neighborhood meals, That’s because music stim- are living independently transportation, home ac- ulates activity in both sides with Alzheimer’s or de- cessibility modifications, of the brain. mentia and their caregiv- respite care and caregiver When Rick Cobb ers. Each weekly rehearsal assistance. For more infor- learned about a commu- will be hosted at PrimeLife mation, go to CICOA.org. nity chorus in Minnesota Enrichment and will begin called the Giving Voice and end with a social time. About Resonance Initiative Chorus, which is made up There will be no auditions, Resonance Initiative of about 140 people with A PLAY BY: dementia and their care- givers, he wanted to bring JOHN B. FERZACCA that opportunity to India- ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY: napolis. CLAY RODERY Read it here. DIRECTOR: “The SongShape Cho- rus will use the power of JULY 19 – 28 SUSAN RARDIN group singing to encour- PRODUCER: age people with Alzhei- Read it first. JAN JAMISON mer’s and other forms of ALL PERFORMANCES AT: TICKETS: TIMES: dementia – as well as their he The Cat Adults: $16.00 Thursday, Friday and care partners – to create T 254 Veterans Way Seniors (62+) and Saturday: 7:30 pm something unique, engage (formerly 254 1st Ave. SW) Students: $14.00 Sunday: 2:30 pm in community life and re- Hamilton County Carmel, IN 46032 RATED PG-13 discover the fullness of what life with dementia ORDER TICKETS OVER THE PHONE OR ONLINE: and Alzheimer’s can be,” Cobb said. www.carmelplayers.org 317.815.9387 He sought out CICOA Reporter “The Failure To Zig Zag” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. 6 News AG Curtis Hill takes action own of iCero against car sellers operating T C without dealer licenses even after orders to stop Labor PosiTion The REPORTER are legal. Since dealer does not Indiana Attorney Gener- the Secretary of comply with the The Town of Cicero is currently seeking applications for the position al Curtis Hill filed lawsuits State issued the law during a sale, of Laborer for the Streets and Utilities Departments. Experience last week against two indi- cease-and-desist that bond may be in Public Works is desirable, but not required. IDEM certification in viduals who have ignored order, Keen has used to compen- previous orders to stop op- posted advertise- sate a purchaser Water and/or Wastewater is desirable, but not required. erating as unlicensed car ments for over who incurs dam- The following are required. dealers. 75 vehicles. ages from those 1. High School Diploma or GED. Under state law, all Keith Wil- violations. Ad- 2. Valid class B CDL or the ability to obtain within 90 days. motor vehicle dealers op- liams previously ditionally, deal- erating in the state of In- worked as the "VP Hill ers are regulated 3. Able to carry a minimum of 50 lbs. diana must obtain a dealer of Sales" for Wheels of For- by various state agencies 4. Work in all weather conditions. license from the Indiana tune, an entity which had no while private sellers have The Town of Cicero offers a competitive wage and benefit package, Secretary of State. The law dealer license despite sell- no regulation. While these with additional pay for certifications. A complete position description, defines a dealer as a person ing hundreds of motor ve- factors are seldom an issue who sells, offers to sell or hicles. At some subsequent when a consumer purchas- complete list of requirements and application form can be found on advertises for sale at least point, Williams engaged in es an individual’s personal our website, ciceroin.org or in the Utilities office at 331 E. Jackson 12 motor vehicles within a numerous unlicensed sales used vehicle, a seller who Street, Cicero, Indiana. 12-month period. of his own under the as- engages in numerous un- The Town of Cicero is an Equal Opportunity Employer. “These laws exist to pro- sumed business name EZ licensed vehicle sales may tect Hoosier consumers,” Auto Sales. Williams was also not be following oth- Hill said, “and my office named as a defendant in the er regulations designed to works daily to ensure that Attorney General’s lawsuit protect consumers. such laws are enforced.” against Wheels of Fortune Following are several Both defendants in the (Cause No. 49D11-1809- tips for consumers regard- state’s lawsuits, which were PL-036568) for his actions ing ways to ensure they are filed July 19, have conduct- at the business in addition not doing business with un- ed business primarily in the to his separate individual licensed dealers: Indianapolis area. vehicle sales. • Consumers may see Scott Keen, who has On March 6, the Of- whether a dealer has an never held a dealer license fice of the Attorney - Gen active dealer license by in- with the Secretary of State, eral obtained a judgment quiring with the Indiana allegedly has advertised against Williams prohib- Secretary of State’s Auto and sold hundreds of vehi- iting him from advertising Dealers Services Division cles over the past year. He or selling any vehicle that at sos.in.gov. advertises the vehicles on was not his personal vehi- • If the salesperson asks Facebook and uses the slo- cle titled in his own name. you to meet somewhere gan "Cash is Keen." He also Since that date, Williams other than a dealership loca- seeks to buy used-vehicle has advertised over 15 tion, you are likely not com- inventory, offering cash for vehicles for sale on Face- municating with a dealer. any running vehicle with a book. The vehicles are be- • If you are dealing with title. He then sells vehicles ing stored and sold off the an individual seller and the from his home. premises of Brakes & Oil seller has numerous vehi- On April 8, the Secre- LLC. Brakes & Oil (also cles for sale at their home or tary of State issued a cease- named as a defendant in lot, they may be acting as an and-desist order to Keen this case) is a vehicle re- unlicensed dealer. requiring him to cease pair shop owned and op- • If you are purchasing advertising and selling ve- erated by Williams. Other a vehicle from an individ- hicles. Since that time, he employees of Brakes & ual or dealer and receive a has stated in videos posted Oil have also posted sev- bill of sale from a differ- to Facebook that he intends eral of Williams' vehicle ent dealership, the seller to continue selling vehicles advertisements on Face- is likely unlicensed and and maintains his actions book. Such vehicle adver- attempting to illegally run tisements and sales with- your transaction through a out a dealer license violate licensed dealership. In this the terms of the injunction case, you should not pro- Hey Grandpa - Bring your Grandkids! issued by the court and are ceed with the sale. deceptive acts and unfair Any consumers who Model Railroading Teaches practices under state law. have bought vehicles from Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math While there are benefits either of these defendants of choosing to purchase a may report these transac- Saturdays & Sundays vehicle from an individual tions to the Attorney Gen- rather than a dealer, con- eral’s Consumer Protection 10am to 3pm sumers should be aware Division by calling 1-800- of the downsides as well. 382-5516 or going online Specifically, a dealer is re- at in.gov/attorneygeneral quired to have a $25,000 and clicking the “File a bond in place to obtain a Complaint” box at the bot- license. In the event the tom of the page. Thanks for reading The REPORTER! 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When weather is unpredictable, you can trust Your Hometown Weatherman! Obituary 7 TODAY’S BIBLE READING Nicodemus answered and said unto him, How can these things be? Jesus answered and said unto him, Art thou a master of Israel, and knowest not these things? Verily, verily, I say unto thee, We speak that we do know, and testify that we have seen; and ye receive not our witness. If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you of heavenly things? And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven. John 3:9-13 (KJV)

Craig William Dragoo October 5, 1978 – July 23, 2019 Craig William Dragoo, 40, Indianapolis, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at his home. He was born on October 5, 1978 in Cleveland, Ohio. Craig received a bachelor’s degree in communications from Ball State. He had a long career in sales and worked most recently as a restaurant server. Craig had a warm and tender heart, was very out- going and never met a stranger. He was a big history buff and sports fan of the Chicago Cubs, Indianapolis Colts and the Indy 500, as well as Pete Rose and the Cincinnati Reds. 1621 E. Greyhound Pass Craig is survived by his mother, Sara Silvey (Larry McSpadden); father, Charles Dragoo (Deborah Estabrook); brother, Brent (Chris- Carmel, IN 46032 tine) Dragoo; stepsisters, Kathy (Sean) Mayberry and Stephanie (Gary) Cooper; stepbrother, Brad (Leslie) Rosenthal; nephews and niece, Carter and Em- (317) 587-2001 erson Dragoo, and Danny and Matthew Mayberry; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Private family services are entrusted to Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary. Donna www.bussellfamilyfunerals.com Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Acad- Arrangements Bussell emy, 8102A Clearvista Pkwy., Indianapolis, IN 46256 (hopeacademyrhs.org); or The 24 Group, 11715 Fox Road, Service: Private Suite 400-131, Indianapolis, IN 46236 (the24group.org). Condolences: randallroberts.com

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First in the AAA division at Dallas Millers U13 team win USSSA National World Series BY RICHIE HALL A couple weeks ago, a bunch of kids from Noblesville flew to Dallas. For some, it was the first time they had ever flown on a plane. A week- lat er, those kids returned home as national champion baseball players. The Noblesville Millers 13U team won the AAA division of the USSSA National World Series, which took place July 11 to 17 in Dallas. Noblesville was one of around 30 teams from seven dif- ferent states in the tournament. The Millers cruised through the dou- ble-elimination tournament playing 10 games and finishing 8-1-1. Noblesville’s final opponent was a team from Texas. Since the Millers came through the win- ner’s bracket, the Texas team would have to beat them twice. The Texans did win the first game 12- 0, setting up a winner-take-all game for the championship. In that second game, the Millers were down 5-1 after the first inning, but roared back to win 24-15, thus claiming the championship. “It was an absolute slugfest,” said Noblesville coach Billy Finn. It was also Photo provided downright hot – Finn estimated the tem- The Noblesville Millers 13U had a successful season, culminating with a victory in the AAA division of the perature was 100 degrees, and on the turf USSSA National World Series, which took place July 11-17 in Dallas. The Millers finished the tournament 8-1-1 it was 110. Such conditions would obvi- and came back from a 5-1 deficit in the final game to win 24-15, thus clinching the championship. ously favor a team from Texas, but the Millers came through. Iowa and Oklahoma teams gave Nobles- that batted its entire lineup of 12 people, Finn. “They’re a group of fighters,” said ville many compliments, telling the team which is unusual for that level of travel The trip to Dallas was one of many Finn. “They’re just a group of fighters. “you guys play the game the right way. team ball. that the Noblesville team took this sea- Even after we lost the first game of the “They respect the way we play,” said “I think that gives us a little bit of an son. The weekend before the USSSA championship, we all talked about how Finn. “There’s just a way the kids attack edge,” said Finn. “Shows you what good Nationals, the Millers won a 14U tourna- we were going to forget about that.” In- the game, even if it’s 100 degrees. It’s teammates you have. We’re a team that ment at the Cincinnati Reds complex. “It deed, the Millers kept themselves loose nice to get appreciated by other teams.” still believes in development, not just was a really cool place,” said Finn. for the final game, and that resulted in Two Noblesville players received wins and losses, but you can still do that Noblesville also played at a tourna- victory. awards for the tournament. Nolan Decker and win.” ment in Omaha, the site of the College “It was a really good experience,” was named the MVP of the entire tourna- The USSSA World Series win was a World Series, another event that Finn said Finn. “Before that we had played ment, while Blake Widget was named the culmination of a successful season for called “a really cool experience for the teams from Iowa, Oklahoma, a couple most outstanding offensive player for the the Millers. The team won five tourna- kids and the families.” They also got teams from Texas. Some really quality tournament. ments and collected 30 wins in a 41-game to visit the ESPN trailer at the College competition from the south.” But of course, everyone on the team schedule. World Series as well. While in Dallas, the The Millers actually made instant fans contributed to the win. In fact, Finn point- “That’s pretty darn impressive for the Millers got a chance to see a tour of the out of their opponents. The coaches of the ed out that the Millers were the only team tough schedule we played this year,” said Dallas Cowboys facilities. Tebbe, Smith have new WHS athletics positions Two familiar faces at Westfield High School have new positions. Andy Tebbe has been promoted to athletic director for Westfield. Tebbe was the longtime assistant athletic director, and also served as the Shamrocks’ girls basketball coach from 2000-08. Smith, who had been serving as the Dean of Students, was named the new assistant athletic director. Smith has been coaching the Westfield girls basketball team since 2015, and will continue to coach the Shamrocks this season. "I feel very blessed for the opportu- nity to work with all student athletes at WHS,” said Smith. “I want to thank our new AD Mr. Tebbe for giving me this op- portunity and I look forward to working alongside him to make Westfield Athlet- Photo provided ics the best they can be." The Noblesville Millers 13U won five tournaments over the course of their season, including a 14U tournament The promotions came about after the in Cincinnati (pictured here), and won 30 of their 41 games. retirement of athletic director Bill Davis, Bottom row: Trevor Corbett, Sawyer Cleland, Brady Bishop, Jacob Baker, Nate Gregory, Max Finn. Top row: who had spent 22 years at Westfield High Blake Widget, Cameron Wilson, Nolan Decker, Hunter Walston, Gideon Springer, Reece Corley, Jackson Bethel. School and 33 years in education overall. Sports 9

Wednesday scores Chicago Cubs 4, San Francisco 1 Tampa Bay 3, Boston 2 St. Louis 14, Pittsburgh 8 Major League Washington 3, Colorado 2 Cleveland 4, Toronto 0 Philadelphia 4, Detroit 0 San Diego 7, N.Y. Mets 2 Houston 4, Oakland 2 Kansas City 2, Atlanta 0 Milwaukee 5, Cincinnati 4 N.Y. Yankees 10, Minnesota 7 Arizona 5, Baltimore 2 Miami 2, Chicago White Sox 0 Baseball standings Seattle 5, Texas 3 L.A. Angels 3, L.A. Dodgers 2

American League National League East W L PCT. GB East W L PCT. GB N.Y. Yankees 66 35 .653 - Atlanta 60 43 .583 - Tampa Bay 58 47 .552 10.0 Washington 55 46 .545 4.0 Boston 56 47 .544 11.0 Philadelphia 54 48 .529 5.5 Toronto 39 65 .375 28.5 N.Y. Mets 46 55 .455 13.0 Baltimore 32 69 .317 34.0 Miami 38 62 .380 20.5 Central W L PCT. GB Central W L PCT. GB Minnesota 61 40 .604 - Chi. Cubs 55 47 .539 - Cleveland 59 42 .584 2.0 St. Louis 54 47 .535 0.5 Chi. White Sox 45 54 .455 15.0 Milwaukee 54 50 .519 2.0 Kansas City 39 64 .379 23.0 Cincinnati 46 54 .460 8.0 Detroit 30 67 .309 29.0 Pittsburgh 46 55 .455 8.5 West W L PCT. GB West W L PCT. GB Houston 66 38 .635 - L.A. Dodgers 67 37 .644 - Oakland 58 45 .563 7.5 Arizona 52 51 .505 14.5 L.A. Angels 54 49 .524 11.5 San Francisco 52 51 .505 14.5 Texas 51 51 .500 14.0 San Diego 48 53 .475 17.5 Seattle 42 63 .400 24.5 Colorado 47 55 .461 19.0

Wednesday scores Washington 79, Minnesota 71 WNBA standings Connecticut 70, New York 63 Eastern Conference Western Conference Team W L PCT. GB Team W L PCT. GB Connecticut 13 6 0.684 - Las Vegas 13 6 0.684 - Washington 12 6 0.667 0.5 Los Angeles 11 8 0.579 2.0 Chicago 11 8 0.579 2.0 Seattle 12 9 0.571 2.0 New York 8 11 0.421 5.0 Phoenix 10 8 0.556 2.5 Indiana 6 15 0.286 8.0 Minnesota 10 10 0.500 3.5 Atlanta 5 15 0.250 8.5 Dallas 5 14 0.263 8.0 Sheridan Horseshoe League Week 7 brings changes, Gibbons takes first at tournament Week 7 of the Sheridan Horseshoe League finished ilton County Indiana. The league will be having another open tournament with a few league position changes. The league recently had its second open tournament, on Saturday, Aug. 3, sponsored by Ashpaugh Electric. Traditional Concepts dropped to last place, and Car- sponsored by O’Reilly Autoparts. The tournament had Come on out and enjoy the steel clanking. You’d be sur- ey on Main jumped on top with the help of teams Genia pitchers come from all over, from northern Indiana to prised, you can win some money just by having some Emery. Mitch Dwigans helped his team, Price Heating, central Indiana. fun. pitching a hot night and took all of the leaderboards for Sheridan’s very own Sam Gibbons took first place the night. He recorded a 224 for an actual series. Chuck for the night. Followed was Rick Downs and Mitch TOURNAMENT TOP PITCHERS Sutton also had a very hot night coming right under- Dwigans. It was a hot day for horseshoes but that didn’t Player Handicap score neath Mitch in the leaderboard. The teams are battling seem to bother everyone who came out and threw some Sam Gibbons 626 back and forth and you never know who is going to have steel with the league, which also wanted to give a huge Rick Downs 597 a hot night. For the team ranking and/or leaderboard vis- shout out to O’Reilly’s Adam Riddle, who was able to Mitch Dwigans 592 it our Facebook page, Horseshoe Pitching League Ham- have them sponsor the tournament again. Brittany Kelly leads at Indiana Women's Open The leader of the Indiana PGA Wom- County scores appear below. en’s Open is a familiar one to Hamilton County golfers. 1. Brittany Kelly, Woodland CC 68, Brittany Kelly, a star for Hamilton 6. Jocelyn Bruch, Westfield 73, T20. Southeastern and Ball State University, is Morgan Lewis, Fishers 77, T26. Mar- in first place after the first round of play garet Wentz, Westfield 79, T34. An- Wednesday at Purdue University’s Ack- gelica Pfefferkorn, Carmel 80; Chris- erman-Allen Course. Kelly, the assis- tina Pfefferkorn, Carmel 80, T40. tant professional at Carmel’s Woodland Adrienne Montalone, Prairie View GC Country Club, carded a four-under par 81, T51. Cailyn Henderson, West- 68, making five birdies along the way. field 82; Kennedy Brooker, Fishers Also in the top 10 is Westfield’s Joc- 82, T72. Sophie McGinnis, Westfield elyn Bruch. The incoming senior for the 86; Caitie Gehlhausen, Cicero 86; Shamrocks is in sixth place with a 73, Lisa Cook, Noblesville 86, T84. Erin making three birdies in her round. Evans, Carmel 89; Chelsea Morrow, The 36-hole tournament finishes up Fishers 89. today at Ackerman-Allen. Hamilton

Reporter photos by Richie Hall Westfield's Margaret Wentz (left) and Fishers' Morgan Lewis (above) are two of the Hamilton County golfers participating in the Indiana PGA Women's Open this week at the Purdue University Ackerman-Allen Course.