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How many refugees Want to Advertise? from Burma have 1 The Southside Times received their American reaches a vast segment citizenship through of our community. the new nonprofit, Hope For For information about Tomorrow? reaching our readers, call Brian Ruckle at ❏ A. 36 300-8782 or email him at ❏ B. 38 [email protected]. ❏ C. 21 ❏ D. 42 Burmese/Perry student Anderson selected as recognized at Asian Fest director at Franciscan Who plays Hope in Ant-Man Indianapolis celebrated Asian culture and and the Wasp? SERVING THE SOUTHSIDE SINCE 1928 Carrie E. Anderson, MD, has been appointed 2 diversity through its 11th Annual Asian Festival. director of the Franciscan Health Family Medicine ❏ A. Jennifer Lawrence The annual festivities, held at the Indiana State Residency Program. She succeeds Richard ❏ B. Scarlett Johansson A PRODUCT OF Museum, featured Myanmar (also known as Gerald Sargent Feldman, MD., who served in that position ❏ C. Evangeline Lilly Burma) through traditional dance, fashion, music ❏ Publisher Emeritus since 1981. In her new role, she will oversee all D. Anne Hathaway and food. Approximately 17,000 newcomers operations of the hospital’s residency program. Rick Myers from Myanmar are now calling Indianapolis their Which Beech Grove civic The residency program lasts 36 months and Editor/Publisher home. Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett presented organization oversaw All launches new doctors’ careers in family medicine. 3 the AAAI Youth Leadership Awards to select American Day in the Park? Brian Kelly Dr. Anderson most previously served as associate students for their outstanding achievement in Chief Executive Officer director of the program, where she provided ❏ A. American Legion leadership and community service, including guidance to residents in various areas of family ❏ B. Chamber of Commerce Nancy Price Mangtin Par, a sophomore at Perry Meridian MEMBERS OF Content Editor medicine for adults and pediatrics, obstetrics and ❏ C. Beech Grove High School and participant in the BACI summer office-based procedures. Promoter’s Club Asha Patel programs, was one of the award recipients. ❏ D. VFW Production/Art Mgr. ss-times.com/anderson-selected- Graphic Design ss-times.com/burmese-perry- What is a food product student-recognized-at-asian-fest as-director-at-franciscan 4 should you never let a dog eat, according to Wendell For more information, contact us at: Fowler? [email protected] Tel. 317.300.8782 • Fax. 317.300.8786 ❏ A. Dairy For more information on these articles and other timely news, visit ss-times.com. ❏ B. Snausages 7670 U.S. 31 S., Indianapolis, IN 46227 To join the conversation, visit our Facebook page or ❏ C. Peanut butter www.icontimes.com ❏ D. Chicken follow us on Twitter @southsidetimes. Times-Leader Publications, LLC When do Perry Meridian ©2018. All Rights Reserved 5 and Southport High students go back to school? The views of the columnists in The Southside Tues-Fri: 9am - 6pm | Sat: 9am - 4pm ❏ A. August 6 Times are their own and do not necessarily ❏ B. July 30 reflect the positions of this newspaper. ❏ C. August 1 ❏ D. July 25 The Southside Times is published by Times-Leader Publications, LLC. Content published alongside this icon is sponsored by one of our valued advertisers. Sponsored content is produced or commissioned by advertisers working in tandem with Times-Leader’s sales representatives. Sponsored content may not reflect the views of (317) 786-7086 | www.ecksteinshoestoreandrepair.com The Southside Times publisher, editorial staff or graphic design team. The Southside Times is devoted to clearly differentiating 620 Main St., Beech Grove, IN between sponsored content and editorial content. Potential advertisers interested in sponsored content should call: *some (317) 300-8782 or email: [email protected]. * restrictions SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 20. 10% OFF PURCHASE WITH AD may apply ss-times.com • Week of July 12-18, 2018 3 The Southside Times COMMUNITY

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What is the best advice you have received? 1Love others as you love yourself. Who is someone you look up to as a role model? 2 Jesus Christ. What is one thing you have really come to enjoy about 3 American culture? Freedom.

What is your greatest accomplishment? Priscilla Mawi, 16 months, shows her American pride with U.S. flags with her mother, Biak. (Photo by Rick Myers) 4 Founding Hope For Tomorrow. What is one thing you have yet to experience in the United States, 5 but would like to? dging e To visit the White House and ri th r meet with the President of the b Justin Thang and e futu United States. his non-profit, Hope For Tomorrow, BY JEREMY DUNN looks to help Burmese earn citizenship For more info on Over the holiday weekend, the Dave Matthews Band filled the Noblesville Hope For Tomorrow night sky with the sounds of their hit song, You & Me, echoing the lyrics, hopefortomorrowusa.com “You and me together, we can do anything.” While fans were celebrating Check out Hope For Tomorrow on hopefortomorrowusa the jam-band’s annual weekend visit to Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Contact Justin Thang directly at Center (or “Deer Creek” to the venue’s faithful), southsider Justin Thang was [email protected] putting the group’s powerful lyrics into practice, helping over 30 Burmese

men and women become official United States citizens. Jafet Thawng shows his American spirit. His father, San, was one of the new U.S. citizens. (Photo by Rick Myers) Thang is the founder and executive di- Finding his way would disappear. The non-profit execu- rector for a non-profit organization, fit- tive director quickly learned that he could tingly named Hope For Tomorrow, and Initially, Thang believed that arriving in not be more wrong. Thang recalled, “As it is aiming to build bridges for refugees the United States in 2007 would instantly to more easily transition into society. provide him with endless opportunities and that all of his hardships from Burma Bridging the future continued on page 5. ss-times.com • Week of July 12-18, 2018 5 The Southside Times COVER STORY NOW OPEN — SPACE IS LIMITED — An Affordable Assisted Lifestyle Community for the Older Adult

Left, new U.S. citizen Ester Thiang. | Center, Greenwood Mayor Mark Myers congratulates new U.S. citizen Van Ram Thangi. | Right, Esther Zing, 8, and Slomi Luri, 8, wait for the festivities to begin. They are the daughters of new U.S. citizen Esther Luri. (Photos by Rick Myers) Amenities Services • Private apartment with full, Bridging the future continued from page 4. private bathroom teach them English. That is how Hope For experience many of the traditions and • Kitchenette with sink, refrigerator Tomorrow became a reality.” highlights of Burmese culture. and microwave Thang began working with local com- • Ample closet space a teenager, I thought in a blink of an eye munity leaders to establish the 501c(3) Looking to the future • Individually controlled heating and my life would change. I used to think that non-profit organization and found a loca- air conditioning my family’s life would be changed com- tion within the Homecroft area, directly off Even though Hope For Tomorrow is • Carpet in living and sleeping areas pletely since we now lived in the United of Madison Avenue. Looking to empower still young in its existence, the heartfelt • Linoleum in kitchen and ceramic tile States. I also thought that I would forget Burmese refugees toward hopeful and suc- non-profit has helped 38 men and women in bathroom every single hardship that had ever hap- cessful futures, Hope For Tomorrow moved earn United States citizenship. Thang, who • Emergency call devices in bathroom pened to my family, friends and people in forward with a mission of bridging the gap takes on a full-time job while working with and bedroom • Pre-wired for cable TV and telephone Burma because of the dictatorship govern- between the Burmese and American com- the organization in the evenings and on • Mini-blinds provided ment. However, all of my thoughts proved munities through education and service. weekends, believes that as more people in me wrong. The moment I walked into an the community become aware of Hope For American school, new challenges started. Facing the challenges Tomorrow, the opportunities for growth Services will flourish. “A lot of businesses, leaders • Ongoing health monitoring and I remember I was the only person who nursing assessments stayed in class because I did not know it In order to provide the appropriate sup- and schools did not know a lot about Hope port, Hope For Tomorrow had to deter- For Tomorrow because we are only a one- • Assistance with activities for daily living: was lunch time and I missed lunch because bathing, dressing, walking, personal of it. I remember running to the restroom mine what the greatest challenges are for year-old nonprofit organization in South- grooming and hygiene to cry because I did not understand what Burmese families trying to transition to side of Indianapolis,” he said. However, we • Medication reminders and assistance my teachers were saying. Beyond a shad- American life. While hygiene routines, are hopeful for the future. We believe that • Three restaurant-style meals daily ow of a doubt, I am not the only person, let food choices and methods of transporta- we will be able to build stronger bridges be- plus snacks alone refugee, that has felt this way.” tion must be relearned, Thang pinpoints tween Burmese and American communi- • Weekly housekeeping and laundry services the language barrier as refugees’ biggest ties in the United States.” • Assistance with transportation needs obstacle. He shares, “One of the greatest It is no secret that Thang is incredibly pas- • 24-hour staf ng and reception desk Inspiring hope challenges refugees face upon arriving in sionate about Hope For Tomorrow’s vision. • Range of interesting and varied programs As he continued to face the challenges of the United States is the language barrier. The dedicated founder and executive direc- and events transitioning to a life in the United States, Most refugees reach the United States with tor, humbled by his own experiences, has • Medicaid accepted Thang took note to the obstacles that many a less-than-fluent grasp of English and ref- an unmatched drive to help others create a Burmese families were facing in the area. ugees often arrive with even less English better future. “We are here for people who More importantly, the Hope For Tomorrow experience. Also, employment, transporta- need that extra boost and guidance in find- Hellenic Senior Living founder had identified a major need for help tion, legal responsibilities and receiving as- ing success here in America. One of my big- sistance in each of these areas are more dif- gest hopes for Hope For Tomorrow is to seek just received a amongst these families. It was from that PERFECT need that Hope For Tomorrow was born. ficult without a firm grasp of English.” out a larger office space for our students and State Survey! “There are many Burmese refugee parents Equipped with this knowledge, Hope parents, allowing us to serve our community wandering around to find someone that can For Tomorrow looks to provide educa- better. I believe that God’s plan for Hope For help their child in homework. Some parents tional opportunities for the Burmese com- Tomorrow is what will ultimately determine will drive around the community to find munity through a variety of programs for where we will be. In all of these things, I someone who understands, just one per- children and adults alike. Aside from host- want Hope For Tomorrow to be a place that For more information, call son who understands, but in result they find ing summer school, the non-profit will of- will bring people from the community into no one. Imagine how defeating that would fer an after-school program three days a community and relationships. Hope For To- 317-885-4446 feel. Not only for children but even Burmese week for students ranging from kindergar- morrow is a place that can make these things ten through 8th grade. Adult citizenship possible,” he concluded. 8601 South Shelby Street parents. Many of these parents that have yet Indianapolis, Indiana 46227 courses are available two nights a week. Just as the lyrics resonated in the night to become an American citizen because hellenicseniorliving-indianapolis.com they do not know who could possibly help Also, Thang’s organization hosts a “Night sky, Thang is a testament that “you and me of Burma” to allow the community to come together, we can do anything.” Managed by Gardant Management Solutions 6 Week of July 12-18, 2018 • ss-times.com COMMUNITY Timesography The Southside Times

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All American Day in the Park a success despite heat

By Nancy Price Despite the unbearable heat, visitors were eager to attend this year’s All Amer- ican Day in the Park on July 3. Held an- nually at Sarah T. Bolton Park in Beech Grove, the free event featured food ven- dors provided by local businesses and not-for-profit organizations, a DJ, games, 50/50 raffle drawing, baseball games, a 3. bounce house for kids and of course, the most popular attraction, fireworks. The summer festivity is organized each year by the Beech Grove Promoters Club, a civic organization that is dedicated to serving the city of Beech Grove and sur- rounding areas. Other annual functions that the club holds include spring and fall cleanup days and a fall festival. The fall 5. festival will be held mid-September and includes carnival rides, games, a parade 1. Crowds swarmed the baseball field at this year’s (the theme changes each year) and a mul- All American Day in the Park. 2. Attendees paused titude of food vendors to choose from. for the National Anthem. The annual patriotic For those interested in assisting with event is organized by the Beech Grove Promoters next year’s All American Day in the Park Club. 3. Many local businesses helped to sponsor and other events, the club welcomes new the event, which was held at Sarah T. Bolton Park. members. Meetings are held on the third 4. Droves of visitors wait for the fireworks to begin. Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Hor- 5. Attendees enjoyed the most popular part of the net Park Community Center. For more festival, the fireworks. information, please contact the Beech (Submitted photos) Grove Promoters Club at (317) 803-9140 4. or [email protected]. ss-times.com • Week of July 12-18, 2018 7 The Southside Times COMMUNITY

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New law impacts Greenwood Lions Greenwood councilman subject adoption records installs new officers of criminal investigation Legal records – Beginning July 1, Indiana Elected – The Greater Greenwood Lions residents placed for adoption before Jan. 1, Club recently held its installation of offi- 1993, can request access to their birth re- cers for the 2018-2019 year. The president FEATURE Franklin-based attorney Mike Kyle, cords from the Indiana State Department of is Wayne Orkin, first vice president is Jack who is representing Corey in the mat- Rothaar, secretary is Robert Gilmore, trea- ter, said he doesn’t know much about Health (ISDH) due to a change in state law. By Cleveland Dietz` These records have been generally unavail- surer is Linda Orkin and the tail twister/ the investigation at this point. “I know that Brent’s computer was able to adoptees until now. Records of adop- lion tamer is Sandy DeSpain. The immedi- Indiana State Police are conducting stolen out of his office, and that’s tions that took place prior to Jan. 1, 1993, ate past president is Vickie Gilmore. The a criminal investigation into a Green- about the extent of what we know were automatically closed unless the birth Greater Greenwood Lions Club meets on wood city councilman. The allega- right now,” he said. parent gave consent for his or her informa- the second and fourth Tuesday of each tions have not been announced. In a statement sent to media outlets tion to be made available. With the signing month at Golden Corral in Greenwood. State police began the investigation July 5, Kyle said it was “presumed that of Senate Enrolled Act 91 in 2016, these re- Anyone interested in becoming a Lion is into Brent Corey, who is in his third whoever took the computer filed the cords will now be open unless the biological welcome to attend one of our meetings or term on the Greenwood Common complaint/report against Mr. Corey with parent files a nondisclosure form with ISDH. contact Wayne at (317) 645-6104. Council as an at-large representative, Greenwood police.” Hoosiers placed for adoption before Jan. 1, after the Greenwood Police Depart- Corey has served on the Green- 1993, who would like to access their adop- ment asked them to take over the case. wood Common Council since 2008. tion records containing information such Greenwood Police Chief John Laut He was 25 years old when elected to as the names and medical histories of their declined to comment, citing a depart- serve his first term. He was re-elected birth parents can go to the ISDH website at ment policy that it does not comment for a third term in 2015. in.gov/isdh and fill out the Identifying Con- on other agencies’ cases. Corey is a lifelong Greenwood sent Form (Form 47896). Indiana State Police Sgt. John C. resident. He graduated from Green- Indiana Elite Baseball Perrine, spokesman for the Indianap- wood High School in 2001 and IU- olis district, did not respond to mul- tryouts held PUI, where he studied public affairs, tiple calls by press time. in 2005. Sports – Indiana Elite Baseball tryouts for 2019 will be held Friday, Aug. 3, Sat. Aug 4 and Sunday, Aug. 5. On Friday, try- outs will be held for 10U at 5:30 p.m. at Smith Valley Community Center, 5157 Old Smith Valley Road, Greenwood. On Satur- day, tryouts will be held at Smith Valley Community Center at the following times: 8 a.m.: ages 8U &9U; 10:30 a.m.: 12U; 1 p.m.: 13U. Tryouts will also be held on Sat- urday at Center Grove High School, 2717 S. Morgantown Road, Greenwood, at the following times: 9 a.m.: 15U; 11 a.m.: 16U; Edgewood Reds win and 1 p.m.: 17U. On Sunday, tryouts for championship, tournament 11U will be held at 4 p.m. at Smith Val- ley Community Center. In case of rain, try- Sports – Congratulations to Edgewood Ma- outs will be held on Sunday. For more in- jor League Reds (ages 11-12) who went 15-2 formation, please contact Jeff Amodeo at in the 2018 season and won both the regu- [email protected]. lar season championship as well as the post- season tournament. Players live in both Per- Indianapolis Animal ry and Franklin Townships. Pictured in back row: Tim Jeffers (Head Coach), Caleb Cham- Care Services needs help berlin, Owen Hill, Terry Sizemore (Assistant Animal welfare – Coach), Ryan Redding, Ryan Jeffers, Ethan Indianapolis Animal Fidler, Trent Sizemore and Neil Huene (As- Care Services (IACS) is quickly running sistant Coach). Pictured in front row: Ryan out of space. Currently, there are 855 ani- Drake, Jacob Johnson, Will Hudson, Mason mals in their care with more coming each Huene, Eli Lauck and Henry Adams. day. IACS is asking for help with fostering, rescuing, adoptions and volunteers. Indy CARES is a not-for-profit program run by IACS staff and volunteers. Its mission is to empower Indianapolis pet owners to responsibly care for their companion ani- mals by connecting them with communi- ty resources, education and support. For more information, please visit indycares. org or Facebook.com/Indycares. 8 Week of July 12-18, 2018 • ss-times.com BACK TO SCHOOL & ADULT ED The Southside Times

WHAT WILL Beech Grove City Schools THE 2018-19 For the upcoming school year, we have questions regarding this new model, cluding biology, chemistry and physics. are excited to share that the instruction please contact your child’s principal: Erin In addition, a science research/inde- your child will receive is going to look Probus, Hornet Park Elementary (grades pendent study course provides students SCHOOL a bit different than it has in the past. In K-1), Craig Buckler, Central Elementa- with the opportunity to attend summer grades 1-6, students will receive instruc- ry (grades 2-3), and Tonya Reid (grades biology camp and work with a Purdue YEAR BRING? tion from all three teachers on their in- 4-6), South Grove Intermediate. University professor. And two Project structional team. Students will have a We are also continuing many of our Lead the Way (PLTW) programs: Bio- By Nancy Price math teacher, a reading teacher and a excellent educational programs that medical and engineering add to provid- science and social studies teacher. Kin- provide our students with the opportu- ing an engaging, hands-on classroom The Center Grove Icon dergarten students will have only one nity to explore, engage and excel. Begin- environment that empowers our stu- teacher who will teach all of the basic ning with our littlest Hornets at Hor- dents to develop in-demand knowledge thanks the educators in our subjects. Every student will benefit from net Park Elementary, the “Passport on and skills they need to thrive in the fu- school system to provide this model, where our teachers become Main Street” program introduces our ture. We are proud that Beech Grove the tools necessary for stu- “experts” in their content area. Our students to Beech Grove businesses and City Schools continues to provide a teachers will be working closely togeth- the jobs people perform in those busi- strong foundation for our students be- dents to be successful in life. er to make certain all Indiana Academic nesses. Our intermediate, middle school cause of our great teachers and staff, our The community is blessed to Standards are being addressed. and high school students participate in board of education, and the involvement have such diligent and dedi- As well, the teachers will collaborate robotics teams and competitions. Our of our parents. to create and implement engaging and South Grove students recently partici- Once again, this year, registration will cated educators from our lo- motivating lessons for their textbooks, pated in a World Robotics Champion- take place entirely online for returning cal private and public schools. provided by Curriculum Associates. In ship in Louisville. Our middle and high families beginning July 1 through July 13. Thank you also to the parents addition, all K-8 students will receive sci- school students have active FFA chap- The exception is the in-person registra- who believe that education ence instruction from new curriculum ters, with Beech Grove City Schools tion of our kindergarten and new first and materials. This new instructional having the second largest volunteer FFA grade students who will register on July begins in the homes. Center model and curricular materials will al- chapter in Indiana! Beech Grove High 10 from noon – 7 p.m. For students who Grove, Greenwood Commu- low for greater consistency and align- School students have the opportunity to live outside of our district and are not nity, Greenwood Christian ment, not only between classes in the be involved in our Business and Science currently enrolled in Beech Grove City same grade, but also between grade lev- Academies, both offering exciting and Schools, please access the application on Academy and Roncalli proud- els and schools. Our administrators and rigorous courses, including advanced our website: bgcs.k12.in.us or call (317) ly shared their success sto- teachers are committed to providing all interactive media, entrepreneurship 788-4481. We would love to see you as a ries from the previous school students with the highest quality instruc- and new ventures, marketing, includ- Beech Grove Hornet! We look forward to tion and this model provides that oppor- ing sports and entertainment, hospital- welcoming you on our first day of school, year. We look forward to hear- tunity. Our ultimate goal is to improve ity and tourism, merchandising, video Thursday, July 26. Until then, have a safe ing what they have planned the classroom experience of our stu- production and television broadcasting. and fun summer break! for the upcoming 2018-2019 dents, leading to a deeper understanding Our Science Academy provides many Paul A. Kaiser, Ph.D. school year. We’re confident and higher levels of achievement. If you AP (Advanced Placement) courses in- that the schools will be hav- ing yet another successful and productive year. Center Grove Community School Corporation

On behalf of the Center Grove Board rity cameras installed throughout the principals for Center Grove Middle of School Trustees, administration, fac- district. We have a background check School North, North Grove Elementary ulty and support staff, we would like policy in place for volunteers and use and Sugar Grove Elementary. Dr. Davin to welcome everyone back to school LobbyGuard to check in and screen vis- Harpe will move from Sugar Grove to on Aug. 2, 2018! Our school corpora- itors. In addition, we’ve added a fourth Center Grove Middle School North. Dr. tion’s vision is to provide all students CGPD officer in January and a second Harpe has served as principal of Sugar with an “exceptional educational ex- canine this summer to the department Grove Elementary since July 2013. Be- perience”. We are incredibly fortunate to help keep our students safe. Our of- fore coming to Center Grove, he spent to have knowledgeable teachers and ficers are in every school every day. 14 years as a principal, assistant prin- dedicated staff members who are de- However, it is important for every stu- cipal and teacher in various schools voted to helping our students succeed. dent, staff member, parent and visitor in Brownsburg, Franklin Township, While education is our mission, the to follow the security procedures for Hamilton Southeastern and Western safety of our students and staff is our our buildings. We are proud of the Boone school corporations. Dr. Harpe top priority. Our Center Grove Police continued investments in safety by our has received the Indiana Association Department (CGPD) is a critical part School Board. You can read more about of School Principals Elementary Prin- of keeping Center Grove safe. They pa- Center Grove’s ongoing commitment trol our buildings, inside and out, and to safety at ​centergrove.k12.in.us/safe- help monitor the more than 500 secu- ty. The new school year will bring new CG Community continued on page 9. ss-times.com • Week of July 12-18, 2018 9 The Southside Times BACK TO SCHOOL & ADULT ED

CG Community continued from page 8. Franklin Central High School

cipal of the Year and was named On behalf of the Franklin Town- diana Department of Education as an and learn more about the Wanamaker a National Distinguished Princi- ship Community School Corporation Indiana top high school for our Ad- Early Childhood Center on twitter @ pal. The new Sugar Grove prin- School Board, administration, faculty vanced Placement exams’ passing per- WanamakerECC cipal will be Mrs. Jessica Hyde. and support staff, we would like to wel- centage. Franklin Central High School We know that student success in- Mrs. Hyde s​ erved as the assistant come everyone back to school for the is excited about our change of athletic creases when parents and the commu- principal for Pleasant Grove Ele- 2018-2019 school year! conferences this year to the Hoosier nity are actively involved in our schools. mentary for five years. She spent Franklin Township Community Crossroads Conference. The Hoosier We encourage you to contact your six years as a teacher in Center School Corporation focuses on learn- Crossroads Conference members are child's school to find ways to volunteer Grove before moving into ad- ing, collaboration and results. In 2017, Avon, Brownsburg, Fishers, Hamilton in the school. In addition, please visit ministration. North Grove’s new besides leading Marion County Public Southeastern, Noblesville, Westfield and bookmark our website at ftcsc.org principal will be Mr. Ron Siner. Schools in ISTEP scores, FTCSC had and Zionsville. This school year we will for resources and information to help Mr. Siner has been an assistant five four-star schools and six schools open the Annex Learning Center. The your child experience success this school principal at North Grove, Maple rated "A" by the Indiana Department of Annex Learning Center will help stu- year. Finally, you can also stay current by Grove, Center Grove and most Education; both are the most for any dents experience success in an alterna- following our central office, schools and recently Sugar Grove Elementary. Marion County public school district. tive classroom setting. Also, construc- many staff members on social media - He started his career as a teacher Franklin Central High School (FCHS) tion is underway for the re-purpose of Facebook, Twitter, Instragram and You- at Sugar Grove in 2001. All three earned Silver Status and was ranked as Wanamaker Elementary School to the Tube. Welcome to the 2018-2019 school are excited to start working with a Top School in Indiana and America Wanamaker Early Childhood Center. year! #WeAreFlashes the staff, students and families in by U.S. News and World Report for the The Wanamaker Early Childhood Cen- Kent Pettet, Ph.D. their new schools. Work is pro- sixth straight year. In addition, FCHS ter will open for the 2019-2020 school Chief People Officer gressing on time and on budget was once again recognized by the In- year. You may follow the renovation for the August 2019 opening of our newest elementary school, Walnut Grove Elementary. Later this fall, we will bring together staff and parents to work through how we will redraw our bound- Greenwood Christian Academy ary lines to shift students to this new school. You can see photos On behalf of the Greenwood Christian churches. We know it is our mission to college and careers, to encourage them and get updates on the school Academy (GCA) faculty, staff and board, it provide an excellent education with a to become lifelong learners and lovers of at centergrove.k12.in.us/WGES​ ​. is our pleasure to welcome everyone back Christian worldview and to prepare our God, His work and this world. We pro- We are proud that construction for the 2018-2019 academic year. We are students to succeed both academically vide an academically rigorous curricu- of this school was funded with- excited about all the great changes taking and spiritually. lum and students with a strong desire to out impacting the tax rate for place at GCA this upcoming year. At the elementary level, we will con- go on to college or advanced degrees in- White River Township taxpayers. When you first enter our doors, the tinue to emphasize the core subjects such cluding dual credit courses through both We are fortunate to have a school look of GCA will be vastly improved. as reading, writing and mathematics, as Vincennes University and Grace College. board and administrative team Our main school office will be front and well as provide special classes, including Finally, GCA has thriving extracurric- that work diligently and cooper- center. Security measures have been en- art, Spanish, PE, technology and music, ular programs as well. We are members atively to provide the resources hanced even more with a new security to ensure our students are well rounded. of the IHSAA, Johnson County Tourna- we need to provide a high-qual- check-in system that will be monitored This year, we have also expanded our pre- ment, and the regional PACC conference. ity education for our students, all beginning at 7 a.m. school program to include a new full-day Our fine arts department is phenomenal. while being fiscally responsible. Next, GCA has a new administration program, as well as resources for the RtI Both the middle and high schools deliver We are excited to continue our team to better serve our families’ needs. program, including a full-time teacher incredible productions each year, as do Silver Card program for White This team includes Jason Klingerman as for student interventions and meeting in- our choral and band departments. River Township residents who are our K-12 pastoral principal, Angelique dividualized learning needs. However, at the core of all our activi- age 62 and older in appreciation Randall as our K-12 academic principal, At the intermediate and middle school ties will continue to be Christ. We are for their support of our school Kevin Jackson as the middle school and levels we utilize specialized curriculum motivated and led by God’s Word. Our corporation. You can apply for high school academic dean and Christine intended to prepare students for the rig- theme this year is THE STORY: We the card or renew your card on Cross as the elementary academic dean. or of high school, enhance their STEM Learn the STORY, Live the STORY and our website to receive free ad- In addition, we know that part of any knowledge and help them to develop Love the STORY. Psalm 107:2 tells us “Let mission to many athletic and great school includes great communica- cognitively, socially and spiritually. We the redeemed of the Lord tell their sto- arts events in Center Grove. We tion. So, we have also improved resources have added some new elective choices at ry!” Our faculty challenges the students welcome all community mem- in this area. We now have dedicated new the 7th and 8th-grade level and improved to meet their highest academic potential bers to attend our school events staff assigned to internal and external on the band program in all grades. Addi- while modeling Christ’s love, discipline and school board meetings and communications, community relation- tionally, with the help of our families, we and servant leadership. to visit our website at c​enter- ships, volunteer coordination, financial are able to offer one to one Chromebooks Thank you for being a part of the GCA grove.k12.in.us ​to learn more aid and admissions. in grades 5-12. family. We are looking forward to an about Center Grove’s exceptional We are an interdenominational Chris- At the high school level, we will inten- amazing year. Our first day for students educational experiences! tian school with a student body of more tionally focus on courses and internship is August 8. Richard A. Arkanoff, EdD than 500 students in grades PK through opportunities to effectively prepare our Angelique Randall Superintendent 12 representing more than 80 local students for the upcoming demands of K-12 Academic Principal 10 Week of July 12-18, 2018 • ss-times.com BACK TO SCHOOL & ADULT ED The Southside Times

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That’s why we’re offer On behalf of the Greenwood Com- you are a parent, staff member, busi- munity School Corporation Board of ness leader or a resident with no chil- Education, I would like to welcome dren in our school system — has a re- students, parents, staff and communi- sponsibility to our young people. $10,000 in scholarships ty stakeholders back for the 2018-19 Our school district enrollment has school year. As always, we look for- grown steadily over the last five years to qualified graduating high school seniors who intend ward to seeing our students! to where we are projected to begin I want to first mention the mem- this year with over 4,000 students. We to enroll full-time in an undergraduate degree program bers of our board of education. Our always appreciate the feedback we get at an accredited university or college. success as a school district starts from parents new to our district re- with this governing body. Members garding the positive culture and cli- of our board of education are Steve mate that exist for our students. Moan, president; Jack Napier, vice Thank you for being a part of the president; Mike Metzger, secretary; Greenwood Community School Cor- Nick Schwab, member; and LaDawn poration. Please know that we don’t Weston, member. take you for granted. We are a service I begin my sixth year as the super- organization and we take our service intendent here in Greenwood. I con- responsibility to our students, parents tinue to be so appreciative of the op- and community seriously. portunity to serve the Greenwood Please help us to carry out this mis- Community School Corporation and sion by volunteering your time and tal- the Community of Greenwood. The ents to better serve our students. key word in the Greenwood Commu- Here’s to a great 2018-19 school year! nity School Corporation is “commu- Kent DeKoninck, Ph.D. nity.” It takes a community to help ed- Superintendent ucate students. Everyone — whether

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Perry Meridian and Southport High schools

On Wednesday, July 25, 2018, a new be different from last year. Ask for er confidence you never knew you had. Southport Elementary receives journey begins. We will welcome our extra help when classes get hard. In- The cliché says, “it’s a small world,” but gift from Cardwell Home Center Falcons and Cardinals, students and troduce yourself to a new classmate it is actually quite large. There is so much staff, back into our classrooms for the even if you already have a solid circle for you to see and experience within our Donation – The Sprouts Club at Southport El- first day of school at Perry Meridian of friends. Talk to counselors about community and abroad. Join a new club ementary received a gift of gardening supplies and Southport High schools. the stressors of home or school when or activity you have always wondered from Cardwell Home Center for gardening A new year marks a new opportuni- things get tough. Do not hesitate to about. Enroll in a Central Nine Career projects around the school. Students submit- ty to do better. Those who were happy ask questions in class. Guaranteed, Center class and learn a new skill that ted their plans for a location for two new gar- with their academic, athletic and ex- many of your classmates have the same might help you make decisions about dens to the principal. One is a vegetable and tracurricular performances can look questions and they are nervous to ask your future. Do not limit yourself. The herb garden and the other is a pollinator gar- for new opportunities to grow and them, too. entire Perry Township Schools commu- den. Fourth and fifth-grade students worked stretch themselves even more, if they Do not be afraid to fail. History is nity is rooting for your success. on the projects and other landscaping around are so inclined. Students who regret filled with innovators and icons who You have all of the skills you need the school, including the pond garden, grass- last year’s choices, academically or so- didn’t get it right the first time. And in to succeed. Take flight, Cardinals and land garden, decorative plants and an Indiana cially, can start with a clean slate. The many cases, they didn’t get it right the Falcons. May you soar beyond your garden which contains the state’s flower (peo- choices of our past do not have to fol- second, third and fourth time either. wildest dreams. ny) and is shaped like the state of Indiana. Ste- low us into our future. Our mistakes It excites your teachers to watch you Perry Township Schools Administration ven Mobley's Landscaping built the two raised are not what define us. This year can challenge yourself and you will discov- gardens. Pictured are students who assisted with the project. Front row: Ella Baxter and Mariah Heverly, Back row: Trisan Gill, Aubrey Daniels, Jorden Phelps, Hope Tanner, Piper Leber, Amos Kingbawl, Lal Mawi and Kiley Bowman. Sprouts Club members range from Roncalli High School first through fifth grade. At the beginning of a new school fort, Roncalli graduates are making an engaged in the life of the school have year, it is appropriate to consider the impact on the greater good of societies been enhanced in recent years. We feel many opportunities offered to students all across the world. it is imperative that our students take who get a great education during their The academic accomplishments of full advantage of the many extracur- high school years. The competition that our staff and students continue to reach ricular programs and clubs that are of- is emerging as a result of the globaliza- new heights. For the sixth year in a row, fered at Roncalli. Research has consis- tion of our economy makes these op- Roncalli has been designated a Four- tently shown that students engaged in portunities even more important for Star School by the Indiana Department the extracurricular life of their school the future of our youth. of Education. As an indication of the are much more likely to succeed in After years of planning, fundraising, excellent foundation our students re- all areas of school life — especially design and construction, our school ceive for college, our recently gradu- the classroom. Beech Grove students participate plant continues to emerge as one of the ated class of 2018 earned an all-time Our mission has long centered on in biology project at Purdue finest private school facilities in the state high of $29.3 million in merit-based working to develop life-long learners in of Indiana. Recent fundraising efforts college scholarships! service to others. Inspiring students to Academics – Seven BGHS students traveled have been successful and this year Ron- The professionalism and dedication of truly become life-long learners requires to Purdue University this summer to be a part calli is preparing to embark upon the our teachers translate into exceptional gifted teachers with a passion for their of the Summer Biology Experience (SBE). construction of a new gymnasium for performance by our students, highlight- subject matter and an enthusiasm for SBE is an intense STEM-like program with the school community. Current plans ed by our recent notification by the Na- teaching their students. Inspired teach- hands-on activities integrated with threads of are for the construction to be completed tional Merit Scholarship Corporation ing leads to inspired students and in- STEM concepts. The program content pro- in the 2019-20 school year. that Roncalli will have 15 students rec- spired students become their own best vides the skills and concepts that are essen- However, it is the exceptional quality ognized by the National Merit program teachers. It is a successful formula for tial to design and execute experiments and to of the education that our students receive as commended students and semifinal- optimizing student achievement upon improve their high school academic experi- while here that is most unique about our ists, which matches an all-time high for which we continue to rely. We are so ence. Dr. Clark Gedney of Biological Scienc- school. That quality has always been the the school as well. thankful for the abundance of inspir- es at Purdue taught the students about some result of the extraordinary commitment Our enrollment will be nearly 1,200 ing teachers who are plying their craft new equipment he is working with in his lab of our teachers and staff working along- students at the start of the year. We at Roncalli. We look forward to a fan- that he and others have helped him to create. side students from families who put a are excited to welcome the gifts and tastic year! Students participating included Nick Haddix, high priority on the education of their talents of so many young people. Our Dr. Joseph D. Hollowell Alex Geiger, Jennifer Carreto, Olivia Ken- children. As a result of this combined ef- efforts to ensure that every student is President nan, Mackenzie Hawley, Courtney Black and Cheyenne Boone. ss-times.com • Week of July 12-18, 2018 13 The Southside Times BACK TO SCHOOL & ADULT ED It’s a great time to further IN OUR SCHOOLS your education or learn a new skill! Camp Invention begins in Greenfield Call us for information about FREE job prove basic academic skills such as reading, Summer class – training! You may qualify to have your train- writing and mathematics. Instruction is tai- Camp Invention, a nation- ing paid for through a Work Indiana grant. lored to meet the individual needs of the stu- ally recognized, nonprofit summer enrich- SPONSORED This would apply to C9 Continu- dents and is intended to prepare students to ment camp program, is coming to J.B. Ste- ing Education, as well as other take the high school equivalency test in five phens Elementary School in Greenfield. Using hands-on activities, Camp Invention CENTERCG GROVE trainings in the area, such as CDL different testing areas: mathematics, writing, Training and Phlebotomy. reading, science and social studies. promotes science, technology, engineering The decision to further your Continuing Education courses are ideal for and mathematics (STEM) learning, builds education is an admirable and life-chang- individuals looking to make a career change resourcefulness and problem-solving skills ing decision. Whether you resolve to work or advance in their current field. The success- and encourages entrepreneurship — in a fun on your skills as a new speaker of English, ful completion of a Continuing Education Davis attends Space Camp and engaging environment. Camp Invention earn your high school equivalency diploma course can result in students earning a state will be held from July 16 – 20. For more in- formation, please visit campinvention.org. or add vocational training and additional job or nationally-recognized certification in their Academics – Dakota Davis of Indianapolis skills to your resume, Central Nine Career career of choice, including EMT, Firefighter, recently attended Space Academy at the U.S. Center Adult Education has classes to help Certified Nurse Aide, Welding, Auto Main- Space and Rocket Center, home of Space Fikes makes dean’s list at you accomplish your educational goals. tenance, Electronic Systems Technician, Mi- Camp®, Space Camp® Robotics™, Aviation Washington University English as a Second Language Class- crosoft Office Specialist – Word and Quick- Challenge® and NASA Marshall Space Flight es (ESL) are an excellent way for individu- Books. New for 2018 – 2019: Basic HVAC, Center’s Official Visitor Center. The week- Academics – Hannah Fikes of the Southside als whose first language is not English to Dental Assisting and Medical Assisting. long educational program promotes science, was named to the dean’s list at Washington increase their English speaking, listening, Take the first step toward your education- technology, engineering and math (STEM), University in St. Louis. Fikes is enrolled in reading and writing skills. Our classes are al goals! For more information on ESL and while training students and with hands- the School of Engineering and Applied Sci- ideal for all skill levels and each student’s HSE Orientations and Continuing Educa- on activities and missions based on team- ence. To qualify for the dean’s list, students unique needs are addressed to make the tion classes offered by Central Nine, or to see work, leadership and problem solving. Space must earn a semester GPA of at least 3.6 and most of their time in the classroom. To be how we can help put on the path to success, Camp operates year-round in Huntsville, be enrolled full time. enrolled in ESL classes, students must attend call our office (888-4401 x222) or check out Alabama and uses astronaut training tech- a two-day orientation. our website at centralnineadulted.org. niques to engage trainees in real-world ap- HSE Classes (formerly GED) offer adults Gayle Brooks plications of STEM subjects. Students sleep the opportunity to review, learn and/or im- Continuing Education Coordinator CENTRAL NINE CAREER CENTER in quarters designed to resemble the ISS and train in simulators like those used by NASA.

• Free High School YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR Adkins participates Equivalency classes FREE JOB TRAINING! in UF’s Symposium • Welding • CNA • Free English as a Academics – Hannah Adkins of Greenwood Second Language • Firefighter • EMT recently participated in the University of (ESL) classes • Microsoft Word Findlay's 2018 Symposium for Scholarship • Auto Maintenance and Creativity. Adkins presented "Diabetic • Official HSE (formerly Management at the University of Findlay." GED) Testing Site • Electronic Systems Tech Santamaria earns • Morning and Mullin named to dean’s list 2018 Fry Scholarship evening • Quickbooks Academics – Michael Mullin of Greenwood • HVAC Scholarships – Chase Santamaria, son of classes at was named to Mount St. Joseph University's Ruby and Ian Santamaria of Greenwood, has several • Dental spring 2018 dean's list. Mullin is a May 2018 been awarded a prestigious Fry Scholarship locations Assisting graduate in the field of English. To qualify from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana for the dean's list, an undergraduate student • Medical University. Founded by Kelley alumnus Wil- must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher while en- Assisting liam R. Fry, this scholarship provides gifted rolled in six hours or more of course work students with the financial support to attend for a letter grade (excluding pass/fail cours- a top business school and the personal sup- es). Mullin was among the 43 percent of stu- port to find their path to success. It is a sup- dents named to the Mount St. Joseph Uni- plementary aid that, with other IU adminis- versity's spring 2018 dean's list. tered gift aid, covers student’s tuition, fees, and room and board. Chase will start his Classes starting soon! Goins named to dean’s list freshman year in the fall of 2018 and plans on majoring in accounting and finance. He Call or visit our website for more information. Academics – Wheaton College student Ethan is a graduate of Cathedral High School and (317) 888-4401 ext. 222 Goins of Greenwood was named to the spring was a Cathedral Presidential Scholar, Holy 2018 dean's list. Dean's list honors are earned Cross Award winner, Optimist Oratorical centralnineadulted.org by undergraduate students who carry 12 or State Champion, All State Choir, Academic more credit hours and achieve a 3.5 grade All State Soccer and received an Internation- point average or higher on the 4.0 scale. al Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. 14 Week of July 12-18, 2018 • ss-times.com VIEWS The Southside Times

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Southside area offers discount and free clothing, school supplies and more

Going back to school can be a financial drain for families. Between tuition costs, clothing and school supplies, the months of July and August are often tight for money. However, there is help available for Marion and Johnson County residents. For your fashion-obsessed teenager daughter, visit thrift stores that have gently TOP 10 WAYS TO SPOT used, brand name clothing like Plato’s Clos- THE TOURISTS et, located at 7775 S. US 31. The trendy de- signer styles are up to 70 percent off prices ON THE SOUTHSIDE you’d find at the mall. In addition, they’ll buy the clothes that your teenagers have By Torry Stiles outgrown. The store will also have a back to school preview event on Saturday, July 21. 10. They skip the free popcorn at Check out platosclosetgreenwood.com. Rural King. The Salvation Army Johnson Country 9. They’re always keeping an eye out for Corps can offer help with low-priced or the Homecroft Police. free school supplies, shoes, clothes, back- 8. They’ve never been to a yard sale and packs and other things needed for chil- have never held one. dren during the back to school period. STARS & STRIKES ON THE SOUTHSIDE Check out Perry Township’s annual 7. When they spot a cop with someone gently used school uniform sale, held this pulled over they don't slow way down The Southside Times is all about people nized? Email your “Stars and Strikes” to Friday and Saturday, July 13 and 14. There to see if they recognize the guy. and our community. What do you like [email protected]. Renee Harlor and will be a large selection on uniform cloth- in your neighborhood? What don’t you Julie Lockwood of Perry Township con- 6. They have no clue what an Ollie's or a ing, from small sizes for those in Kinder- like? Who has done something nice, no tributed to this week's Stars and Strikes. Big Lots is. garten through adult sizing, prized from matter how small, and should be recog- 5. Shelby Street confuses them but they $3-$6. On Friday, you can stop by from 8 breeze through roundabouts like a.m. – 4 p.m., or Saturday from 9 a.m. – grease on a hot skillet. noon. The location is 6548 Orinoco Ave. Stars: to the Beech Grove Cham- (in the PTECH building). 4. You have to explain that ber members that came to our Covering Kids and Families Back to chicken nuggets aren't first chamber community outreach team School Family Day will be held Saturday, just on the kid's menu. meeting. We are excited to give back to July 29 from 8:30 – noon at Marion Coun- the community. 3. They have their ty Public Health Department at 3838 N. Chatard shirt on. Rural St. The event will offer free school Stars: to the Beech Grove Police supplies, health screenings, sports physi- Department for their medicine 2. You have cals and immunizations (with insurance drop-off box located in their front lobby. to explain or Medicaid card). Call (317) 221-2464. Long's Donuts. For general help in paying bills, in- Stars: to the city of Beech Grove 1. They don't have the cluding heating and utility, mortgage for their free shredding and appli- assistance, rent and food, check out potholes ance drop off event scheduled on July 14. memorized. needhelppayingbills.com. QUOTE OF THE WEEK

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Free shredding available of Public Works on Saturday, July 21, begin- Southport Lions ning around 10 a.m. Several city items will conduct free eye I wanted to update everyone on a cou- be auctioned off, including police cars, bi- ple of events that the city of Beech Grove is cycles and other office items. The Depart- screenings for kids from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The library is lo- preparing to host. Once again, FREE shred- ment of Public Works is located near the cated at 2630 E. Stop 11 Road. All par- ding and FREE appliance drop-off will take intersection of Ritter Avenue and Church- The Lions Club of Southport Inc., will ents are encouraged to have their children place on Saturday, July 14, from 9 a.m. to man Avenue. Kudos to the Beech Grove be conducting their monthly free eye checked. For more information, please noon behind City Hall. Volunteers will be Promoters Club on yet another successful screenings for children between the ages contact AJ Johnson at (317) 250-3556 or there to assist you with any appliances and fireworks program. Well done! of one and six. The screenings will be [email protected]. shredding materials. Respectfully Submitted, held at the Southport branch of the Indi- Thank you, The city, along with Heimel Auction, will anapolis-Marion County Public Library Dennis B. Buckley Robin Nicoloff conduct a public auction at the Department from Tuesday, July 17 – Thursday, July 19 Mayor, city of Beech Grove President, Lions Club of Southport, Inc.

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Children invited to cooking class at Hornet Park Center SHOP Culinary – Kids age eight to 17 are in- vited to a “S.T.E.A.M.” based, age ap- propriate, fun cooking class at Hor- net Park Community Center on July LOCAL! 16. The two-hour class begins with a game or activity first, followed by a hands-on, adult-instructed and su- pervised cooking lesson. Each young YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! chef will receive an activity handout with the featured recipe to keep, as well as a complimentary chef’s hat. Each class is $30 and includes all sup- plies and food. For those age eight to Perry Kiwanis inducts Bagley 12, the class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon. For those age 13 to 17, the ss-times.com Philanthropic – The Kiwanis Club class will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. At- of Perry Township has inducted tendees must be pre-registered and puts a SMILE Mike Bagley, chief financial officer pre-paid to attend the class. Payment for Perry Township Schools, into can be brought to Hornet Park Com- on your face! its membership. Inducting Bagley munity Center, 5245 Hornet Ave. was Director Steve Hadley. A native (317) 788-4986 with any questions. A Collins receives of Martinsville, Bagley graduated minimum of 10 students is required Tri Kappa award FINANCES from Mooresville High School. He to hold each class. If this is not met, is a graduate of Ball State University, the class will be cancelled. Honor – Betty Collins was honored where he received a bachelor’s degree on June 26 for 54 years of dedicated in business education, and of IUPUI, LifeBridge holds annual service to Tri Kappa and her years where he earned a master’s degree backpack giveaway of service at Hornet Park Elementa- in education/administration. Bagley ry. Tri Kappa is a philanthropic or- and his wife, Debbie, have two adult Charity – ganization with chapters all over In- children, Cameron and Corey. LifeBridge Community will be holding their annual Backpacks of diana that bring women together for Love backpack giveaway on Satur- the promotion of charity, culture and day, July 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at education. The Beech Grove Zeta Markets Change. Are you Prepared? Hornet Park Elementary School. The Theta Chapter of Tri Kappa present- event helps children in need by giv- ed a bench to Hornet Park Elemen- Stop by or contact your Edward Jones financial ing them the tools (school supplies tary in Betty’s honor. Mayor Dennis advisor to schedule a financial review. with a backpack) to begin the school Buckley declared June 26, 2018 as year. Students must attend a Beech Betty Collins Day. Grove school. Lines usually form an hour or more before the start of After-school program held the giveaway. The child/children for at Hornet Park whom the backpack is intended must be present to receive a backpack and Academics – school supplies. The school is locat- A Beech Grove after- Upcoming Perry ed at 5249 Hornet Ave. For questions, school program will be held for stu- Township meetings call LifeBridge at (317) 787-0071. dents in grades K-6 at Hornet Park Community Center Monday through Thursday until 6 p.m. Cost is $30 a Meetings – The Perry Township week per child. Beech Grove teachers School Board will be meeting on July will be on staff to assist with home- 17 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Board work and activities. Dinner from YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! Room at the Perry Township Education Chartwells will be served. Those Center, 6548 Orinoco Ave. The town of interested may register at Hornet ARE YOU HAVING A CALL Homecroft will be meeting on July 26 CALL Park Community Center beginning TODAY! at 7 p.m. in the public assembly room of TODAY! July 9 with a registration fee of $30 the Perry Township government center GARAGE SALE? (cash or check). Please contact An- at 4925 Shelby St. Homecroft residents HAS YOU gel McKenna, Beech Grove Parks are always welcome to join. The Perry Department Facility Manager, with COVERED! Township Board will be held August 8 any questions or concerns at Hornet • Ads as low as $10.50 • $11 for the first 4 lines at 7 p.m. in the Perry Township Com- Park Community Center, 5245 Hor- • Additional lines only $1 each munity Room at the Perry Township net Ave. Call (317) 803-9085 or email: (317) 300-8782 or visit ss-times.com government center at 4925 Shelby St. [email protected]. Deadline is Tuesday by noon for print on Thursday of each week. 18 Week of July 12-18, 2018 • ss-times.com The Southside Times

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20th annual Pet Carnival • Attendees can browse over 25 central Indiana vendors featur- ing boarding and grooming salons, food deliv- ery services, pet supplies, homemade fashions and treats, different types of therapeutics and more. Area rescues will have animals and on-site for adoption. | When: July 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | CALENDAR OF EVENTS Where: IndyVet Emergency & Specialty Hospital, 5425 Victory Dr. | Info: (317) 782-4484. game, they release a man trapped for decades in Indiana Elite Baseball tryouts • Tryouts for Thursday night through Aug. 2. The stage will it and a host of dangers that can only be stopped 2019 for youth for Indiana Elite Baseball, age 8 be set under the Bicentennial Pavilion, an open- Community Pancake Breakfast • Hosted by by finishing the game." Activities (including kids’ – 17. On Friday, Aug. 3, tryouts will be held for air venue that will provide the perfect place for Faith Assembly of God Women’s Ministries; in- crafts and games) will start at 7:30 p.m. and the 10U at 5:30 p.m. at Smith Valley Community Cen- guests to chill out and enjoy the smooth sounds cludes three pancakes, two slices of bacon and movie will start at dusk. The event will also in- ter. On Saturday, Aug. 4, tryouts will be held at of live music or take a turn around the dance choice of coffee, juice or milk for $5.00. | When: clude raffle prizes! Don't forget to bring your Smith Valley Community Center at the follow- floor. Enjoy a night with the terrific jazz trumpet- July 21, 8 – 11 a.m. | Where: Faith Assembly comfiest lawn chair, a couple of blankets and bug ing times: 8 a.m.: ages 8U &9U; 10:30 a.m.: 12U; er, Clifford Ratcliff, for a not-to-miss performance! of God, 186 Royal Road, Beech Grove. | Info: spray! Northeast Elementary's PTO will be sell- 1 p.m.: 13U. Tryouts will also be held on Satur- Menu includes Louisiana Po Bo, Farm-to-Table (317) 784-8566. ing refreshments. | When: July 14, 7:30 – 11 p.m. | day, Aug. 4, at Center Grove High School at the salad bar and strawberry short cake. Beer by Up- Where: 99 Crestview Dr. | Info: Emily Ellis at (317) following times: 9 a.m.: 15U; 11 a.m.: 16U; and land Brewing Co. & Metazoa Brewing Co. Free for Beech Grove Senior Center’s Raffle Drawing 885-5036; [email protected]. 1 p.m.: 17U. On Sunday, Aug. 5, tryouts for 11U zoo members. Included with regular zoo admis- • Raffle drawing on a basket crammed full of will be held at 4 p.m. at Smith Valley Commu- sion. | When: July 12, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Where: “goodies” for grilling and topped off with a $50 Read Wildly: For the Birds • Join us for bird-re- nity Center. In case of rain, tryouts will be held Indianapolis Zoo, 1200 W. Washington St. | Info: VISA gift card. The raffle tickets are $5 each or lated activities. Children K-5 (grade completed). | on Sunday. | When: Friday, Aug. 3 – Sunday, (317) 630-2001; indianapoliszoo.com. three for $10. You can view the basket or pur- When: July 16, 10 – 11 a.m. | Where: Greenwood Aug. 5 | Where: Smith Valley Community Cen- chase tickets at 602 Main St. Monday through Public Library, children’s 1 and 2, 310 S. Meridian ter, 5157 Old Smith Valley Road & Center Grove Ice Cream Social on the Circle • The American Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | When: Drawing St. | Info: (317) 881-1953; greenwoodlibrary.us. High School, 2717 S. Morgantown Road. | Info: Dairy Association Indiana invites all to celebrate will be held July 30 and the winner will be noti- Jeff Amodeo at [email protected]. National Ice Cream Month for the 29th consecu- fied. | Where: 602 Main St. | Info: Marlene, Vice 10th Annual Ray Skillman Summer Con- tive year with the Ice Cream Social on the Circle. President of Beech Grove Senior Citizens, at cert Series: Meet the Beatles Tribute Band Leche League of Greenwood/Indy South • Who Attendees can enjoy large sundaes for just $3 (317) 459-9029. • Fans of the Beatles will love this band. Free is welcome? Nursing mothers and their babies/ scooped by local celebrities as well as the Pac- admission. | When: July 19, 6:30 p.m. | Green- toddlers, pregnant mothers and grandmothers. ers Fan Can, face painting, music and more. | wood Park Mall, near the outdoor fountain A La Leche League Leader is there a half hour be- When: July 13, 11 a.m. – 2p.m. | Where: In front FOUNTAIN SQUARE on the mall’s north side, Greenwood. | Info: fore start time, if you would like to come early. of Hilbert Circle Theatre on Monument Circle, 45 shopgreenwoodparkmall.com. You may also come late; our discussion usu- Monument Circle. | Info: (317) 846-8965 or (317) Return to SEND Bike Tour and Block Party • The ally ends about 7:30 p.m. | When: Aug. 7, the first 842-7133; [email protected]. Southeast Neighborhood Development Corpora- Greenwood Rock ‘N Chow: Bro Slaw & Beach Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. | Where: Meth- tion (SEND) will host a free community event and Bum BBQ Food Truck! • Join us in our Green- odist Plaza Community Room, 8830 S. Meridian Into the Woods • Footlite Musicals is excited to self-guided tour. There is no cost to participate. wood tap room every Thursday for live, local, St. Please enter the room from the door on the announce the initial production of its 63rd sea- Registered participants will receive free event T- and original music, as well as local grub. Music south side of the building. | Info: (317) 782-5082; son, Into the Woods. This Young Adult production shirts and be eligible for local business gift cer- starts at 7:00, and the food is served a little ear- lll.of.indianapolis@ gmail.com; LLC of Greenwood is performed by actors age 18 – 25. | When: Runs tificates and other prizes. The block party will lier. Let’s rock and chow! Performing ridiculous Chat & Discussions. through July 15; 7:30 p.m. for Thursday – Satur- consist of booths from various organizations, parodies and cleverly idiotic original acoustic day productions; 2:30 p.m. for Sunday shows. On with refreshments and games occurring. Register tunes, comedy musicians Bro Slaw will be back in Primetime Book Club • Primetime reads a vari- Saturday, July 7, an evening performance will and order T-shirts for the 2018 SEND Bike Tour on the tap room. Be prepared to catch some moon ety of fiction, mysteries, memoirs and the occa- be signed for deaf patrons. Admission is $25 for SENDbiketour2018.eventbrite.com. For informa- pies! Joining the comedy duo in the tap room sional nonfiction. Meets on the first Tuesday eve- adults and $15 for youth 17 and younger. The tion about sponsorship, how to participate or tonight is seasoned favorite Beach Bum BBQ, ning of the month. Led by Cheryl Dobbs. | When: Thursday and first Sunday performances are $10 volunteer, contact Brad Keen. | When: 10 a.m. – 2 for a night of moving music; tasty dishes likes Aug. 7, 6:30 – 8 p.m. | Where: Greenwood Public for all seats. | Where: Hedback Community The- p.m., July 14 | Where: The parking lot of the Flor- pulled pork egg rolls, nachos, smoked brisket, Library, Community Room A, 310 S. Meridian St. | ater, 1847 N. Alabama St. | Info: Tickets may be ence Fay School Senior Apartments, 2815 English and, of course frosty brews. | When: July 19, 7 - 9 Info: (317) 881-1953; greenwoodlibrary.us. purchased online at footlite.org or by phone at Ave. (just south of Southeastern Avenue and p.m. | Where: MashCraft, 1140 N. State Road 135, (317) 926-6630. off Rural Street). | Info: (317) 634-5079, ext. 101; Greenwood. | Info: Emily Ellis at (317) 215-4578; Teen HQ POPtastic After Hours • We’re celebrat- [email protected]. mashcraft.com/event/greenwood. ing the beginning of another great school year Oliver! The Musical • Oliver! is a family-friendly with a POPtastic after hours event! What does this show. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning mu- GREENWOOD Acoustic Catfish Live at Vino Villa • Featur- mean? We’re not really sure but you will definitely sical won an Academy Award for Best Picture. | ing a live music performance. | When: July 19, 6 enjoy tons of activities and treats that POP with When: Friday and Saturday nights, July 13, 14, – 8 p.m. | Vino Villa, 200 N. Madison Ave. | Info: excitement including (maybe): drinking pop, eat- 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m., with additional show- Greenwood Summer Concert Series: Tastes (317) 771-2814. ing pop tarts, popsicles and popcorn, popping ings on July 15 and 22 (Sundays) at 3:30 p.m. | Like Chicken • Greenwood’s downtown is ex- balloons and bubble wrap, learning how to pop Where: McGowan Hall, 1305 N. Delaware St. | Info: periencing significant momentum and city of- Annual Greenwood Chamber Golf Classic and rock, listening to pop songs, creating pop (317) 983-1965; agapeshows.org. ficials expect another year of record crowds for • Foursomes and sponsorships are still avail- art, conducting pop rock science experiments the city’s Summer Concert Series. Nearly every able. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be pro- and challenging each other to pop culture trivia Alzheimer’s Support Group • Catholic Charities Saturday evening between June and September, vided in addition to a fun-filled day with games, and more! Grades 6 – 12 | When: Aug. 11, 5 - 8 Indianapolis sponsors monthly caregiver sup- Greenwood residents, visitors and their families prizes and camaraderie. | When: July 26, 6:30 p.m. | Where: Greenwood Public Library, Teen port groups for family members/friends who are will gather with lawn chairs, blankets and snack- a.m. – 6 p.m. | Where: Dye’s Walk Country Club, Room, 310 S. Meridian St. | Info: (317) 881-1953; caregivers of older adults. Meetings are open to filled coolers to enjoy live performances span- 2080 S. State Road 135. | Info: (317) 885-3880; greenwoodlibrary.us. current caregivers to share and learn from each ning a variety of musical genres. | When: July 14, 7 greenwoodchamber.com. other. Please confirm attendance. | When: 5:30 – p.m. | Where: Greenwood Amphitheater in Craig 7 p.m., July 16 | Where: St. Mark Catholic School, Park, 300 S. Washington St. | Info: (317) 881-4545. Annual Alex’s Lemonade Stand • Meridian Title INDIANAPOLIS 541 E. Edgewood Ave. | Info: Monica Woodsworth Corporation will become lemonade vendors. The at 317-261-3378; [email protected]; Starlight Movie Night: Jumanji • Join us for a business will host Alex’s Lemonade Stand to fight [email protected]. Animals and All That Jazz: Clifford Ratcliff • fun, family evening under the stars at this sum- childhood cancer one up at a time. Hot dogs and From Latin rhythms to big band sounds and be- mer's Starlight Movie Night at Northeast Elemen- chips will be served. | When: July 27, 11 a.m. – 2 yond, this concert series will showcase a diverse tary School. We're showing 1995 classic, Jumanji p.m. | Where: 1675 W. Smith Valley Road, Ste. E4. | lineup of Midwest jazz musicians playing every - "When two kids find and play a magical board Info: alexslemonade.org/mypage/14622952. Calendar continued on page 19. ss-times.com • Week of July 12-18, 2018 19 The Southside Times NIGHT & DAY

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Lunch and Learn • St. John Lutheran Church and J. Koon recognized at Waddell School invite the public for an adult fellowship & Reed conference opportunity. The guest speaker during lunch will be Scott Swan, news anchorman with WTHR TV Indianapolis. Scott will share his faith and his Recognition – Janette F. Koon, CFP, quali- experiences as an anchorman. | When: July 17, fied for the 2018 Waddell & Reed’s Circle of 11:30 a.m. | Where: St. John Lutheran Church and Champions conference, recog- School, 6630 Southeastern Ave. | Info: Paul John- nizing the top financial advi- son at (317) 352-9196; [email protected]. sors affiliated with the compa- ny. This year’s event took place Quilters Guild of Indianapolis • Southside sat- May 30 – June 2 in San Di- ellite meeting. Carol Stahlhut of McCordsville, will speak on the spring market in Houston’s lat- ego. The significant gathering est quilting trends, tools and fabrics available – bringing together advisors in stores in September. | When: July 26, noon. | from across the nation – is held each sum- Where: Friends United Church of Christ, 8300 S. mer in a major U.S. city. Selection is based Meridian St. | Info: quiltguildindy.net. on an analysis of investment, insurance and financial planning sales generated by the ad- Meet the Beatles – A Tribute to the Beatles • visor. More than 500 advisors out of Waddell From Ed Sullivan to Abbey Road and Celebrat- & Reed’s national network of nearly 1,260 fi- ing the 50th Anniversary of “The White Album”. ★★✩✩✩ • PG-13 • Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi • 1 hour, 58 minutes nancial advisors qualified for this year’s event. | When: July 28, 7 p.m. | Where: Irving Theater, This is the 20th time that Koon has earned 5505 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. | Info: Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lilly in Ant-Man and the Wasp. (© Marvel Studios 2018) (317) 356-3355; markgasperpresents.com. this distinct honor. Koon has been in the fi- nancial services industry for over 20 years, Interwoven: Native American Basketry • Eit- serving individuals and families throughout eljorg Museum showcases work of some of the Ant-Man and the Wasp the Johnson County community on their per- most admired Native American basketmakers. | sonal, long-term investment goals. She af- When: Through August 5 | Where: 500 W. Wash- Not Marvel’s best effort filiated with Waddell & Reed in 1993. Koon ington St., Indianapolis. | Info: (317) 636-9378; earned a bachelor’s degree from the Univer- eiteljorg.org. sity of Indianapolis and holds the Certified Fi- MOVIE REVIEW mother. Little does he know that Hank and nancial Planner certification. Annual Daylily-Iris Sale • The Indiana Daylily- Hope have been working feverishly to bring Iris Society invites you to attend their Annual her back from another realm. Scott’s pre- Daylily-Iris Sale. Members will offer their daylilies By Adam Staten monitions may just be the key to their suc- and iris at reduced prices including outstanding cess. However, things get rather complicated varieties and colors not normally offered at local As the summer season continues along, Garden Centers. The public is invited, free admis- when an otherworldly being with a bit of a some of the biggest films of the year have temper and strong right hook shows up un- sion. | When: Aug. 18, 10 a.m. – 3p.m. | Where: Sul- already hit theaters. The bland and bor- livan Hardware & Garden, 6955 N. Keystone Ave. announced. Add to the mix the FBI and a | Info: indianadaylilyirissociety.org; : Indiana ing Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom con- crooked, shady businessman and it’s a pro- Daylily-Iris Society (IDIS). tinues to rake in the dough and Incredibles verbial party where things get even messier. 2 also remains near the top of the box of- A big reason for 2015’s Ant-Man success PERRY TOWNSHIP fice. However, let’s not kid ourselves; Mar- was because it made sparing references to vel films dominate every time they hit the- other Marvel films and instead relied on the aters. The film could be the worst piece of Back-to-School Gently Used School Uniforms wit and charm of its star, Paul Rudd. It did its garbage to ever grace the big screen but own thing; the plot was unique, unlike the Sale • Perry Township’s annual event is two slap the Marvel logo on it and it’s guar- days this year. All sizes, K through adult! Great other films in the Marvel Universe. How- anteed to gross several hundred million. Indiana Members Foundation opportunity to stock up for the school year! ever, that’s not case in the sequel. Ant-Man holds golf outing to Name brands of great quality clothing! Items Knowing this, Marvel continues to churn and the Wasp goes out of its way to make priced by size, ranging from $3 to $6. | When: out the films at an impressive rate. Their sure you know it’s a Marvel flick, specifical- support Indy-area kids July 13, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; July 14, 8 a.m. - noon. | latest is a sequel to a surprise hit featuring ly referencing an instance involving another Charity – Where: 6548 Orinoco Ave. (PTEC Building). | Info: a lesser-known character. major Marvel character over and over. The Indiana Members Foundation, the [email protected]. Ant-Man and the Wasp is, of course, the plot is also tired, very Marvel-esque and ex- charitable arm of Indiana Members Credit sequel to 2015’s Ant-Man about the intelli- tremely busy with too much happening. Union (IMCU), hosted its 10th Annual Golf gent but troubled ex-con, Scott Lang, who However, despite its flaws, there are still Outing at Valle Vista Golf Course in Green- essentially by happenstance becomes Ant- things to like about Ant-Man and the Wasp. wood on June 27. More than 100 golfers at- Man. As we encounter our lovable and sar- It’s still fairly funny with a likable, talented tended the sold-out event, which raised over castic hero with a special connection to cast, even if it’s too long. $31,000 to benefit the Indiana Members ENJOY YOUR WEEK! ants, he’s unable to leave his residence due Ant-Man and the Wasp isn’t Marvel’s best Foundation, whose mission is to support to continued legal trouble. His relationship effort but it’s sure to be a box office smash. children in the Indianapolis and surround- with Hank and Hope are also a bit strained, ing communities through the Joan Wolfe Visit ss-times.com to say the least. However, despite their dif- Legacy Grant Program, Indy BackPack At- ferences and present dislike of one another, Adam Staten lives in Perry Township tack School Supply Drive and local non- for weekly Scott, Hank and Hope are all working to- and is a movie buff. Staten graduated profits that serve youth in the communities from University of Southern Indiana gether soon enough, just like one big happy, with a degree in Communication in which Indiana Members Credit Union news and events. dysfunctional family. Studies. He can be reached at Serves. Golf outing participants included, During his house arrest, Scott begins hav- [email protected] from left to right: Jerry Krider, Monique ing weird, almost out-of-body experiences Krider, Chantelle Sparks and Tom Dunn. where he’s encountering Hope’s long-lost 20 Week of July 12-18, 2018 • ss-times.com LIFESTYLE The Southside Times

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NUTRITION Food Institute and... OMG, the render- turmeric, or grated apples and carrot. ing industries. Dogs supplemented with vitamins, pro- Feeding your beloved dog appropriate biotics and clean food can live long, tail- By Wendell Fowler to their needs is vital to their well-being, wagging, healthy lives. Puzzles & Answers overall health and life span. Dogs should Do you amuse yourself by tossing your SEE PAGE 21 Does your dog really care that Gravy have a healthy, shiny coat and a high en- canine M&Ms and grapes? Well, for good- Train makes its own gravy? The gravy is ergy level and you should be able to feel ness sake, stop in the name of doggie love! Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: to attract your dollars, silly you! Today’s their ribs through the skin. Never feed canines dairy, chocolate, xylitol, Presidents: ADAMS, BUSH, CLINTON, doggie junk food is stepped- Carnivorous canines are de- coffee grounds, grapes, raisins, citrus, maca- FORD, GRANT, TRUMAN; on with corn, wheat, soy, signed to digest mostly pro- damia nuts, nutmeg, baking powder / soda, Countries: DENMARK, FINLAND, animal offal and pre- tein. Enrich their vittles avocado, alcohol, coconut oil, salty chips, ICELAND, NORWAY, SWEDEN; servatives. Not much with nourishment they’d salty ham, smoked meats, jerky treats from Groups: COLONY, FLOCK, HERD, PACK; love here. innately eat in the wild, China, bacon, hotdogs or sugary foods. Companies: ANTHEM, CUMMINS, We feed our Yor- not corn, wheat, soy and They can cause organ damage, seizures and ELI LILLY; kies like rock stars. We’ve not rendered animal part by- death. It’s not funny at all. Grain is hard for Musicians: BABYFACE, JOHN HIATT; learned there are many products. Supplement their dogs to digest. Seek organic, grain-free or Home: WHITING ways to show love while meals by adding boxed meat learn to make homemade dog food. improving the quality of stock. A sprinkle of ground Don’t be lulled into a false sense of se- your four-footed, furry flax seed brimming with curity that your family pet’s best health Q&A buddies’ lives while you Omega-3 fatty acids is criti- is being. Begin to scrutinize labels and SEE PAGE 2 can still rub their favor- cal for skin and coat health upgrade your pooch’s meals. Although 1. B, 2. C, 3. C, 4. A, 5. D ite spot. and prevents dry, itchy skin all life is born to die, we mustn’t hasten You must realize that and hot spots. Fish oil or their crossing over to a rainbow bridge. no one regularly watch canned sardines in water are dogs the pet food indus- brilliant heart disease pre- try or tests to see if the vention. Consult your vet re- Chef Wendell is a lecturer and food is safe and healthy. food journalist. Contact him at garding fish oil dosage. Oc- [email protected]. Overseers are in place, casionally add a cooked egg although composed of white, chopped wheat grass, government, dog food peas, green beans, cooked companies, the Pet sweet potato, pinch of

What’s a moot?

GRAMMAR GUY But “moot” came first. So, what exactly lutely no real-world difference. They’re is “moot?” moot points. Moot is something that is open for de- Moot can, therefore, either mean “de- By Curtis Honeycutt bate. It comes from the Old English word batable” or “irrelevant.” In the U.S., it will JOEY: All right, Rach. The big question is, "does he gemot, which was any legislative or judi- almost always mean “irrelevant,” while, in like you?" All right? Because if he doesn't like you, cial court where people would meet to dis- England it’s more likely to be used as a syn- this is all a moo point. cuss a matter. A moot point was something onym for “debatable.” RACHEL: Huh. A moo point? that hadn’t yet been decided. It’s where we Here’s a way to remember moot vs. get the word “meet” from. mute: Since I have two feet, owning only JOEY: Yeah, it's like a cow's opinion. It just doesn't How did something that meant “up for one boot is pointless. Boot rhymes with matter. It's moo. debate” become known as something trivi- moot. A butte is kind of like a mesa. Butte al and irrelevant? Welcome to Moot Court. rhymes with moot. Buttes don’t make any Many of you remember the Friends epi- A moot court is where law students noise. One boot is moot. One butte is sode entitled, “The One Where Chandler competitively hone their arguing skills. It mute. Just like Joey in Friends, I’ll be there Doesn’t Like Dogs,” in which Joey Tribi- involves a simulated appellate court case, for you to settle any word debates or gram- ani further confuses an already confus- where students focus on the application mar conundrums. ing phrase. Many people get “moot point” of the law to a standard set of evidentia- confused with “mute point,” but Mr. Tribi- ry suppositions, facts and clarifications ani adds another (and a hilarious) phrasal to which the competitors are introduced. Curtis Honeycutt is a freelance faux pas to the list. humor writer. Have a grammar In other words, moot court is made up. question? Connect with him on The correct phrase, of course, is “moot The debates held at moot courts are pure- Twitter @curtishoneycutt or at point”, which is an inconsequential or ir- ly academic. Other than a nerdy way for curtishoneycutt.com. relevant point. “Mute” here certainly law students to get better at lawyering, makes sense. I think the idea is if you mute the outcomes and arguments make abso- something, you can’t hear it anymore. ss-times.com • Week of July 12-18, 2018 21 The Southside Times SOUTHSIDE PUZZLES

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Carter on Sept. 1, 1973 in Nappanee, Indiana at Melvin W. Everling Diane M. Alig the Nappanee First Chur​​ ch of God. She enjoyed Diane M. Alig, 72, of Indianapolis, died on July 1, traveling, playing cards, reading, spending Melvin W. Everling was born in Elwood, Indiana 2018. She was active in The Holy Name of Jesus time with her family and took great pride in and lived in Beech Grove and Indianapolis. He Catholic Church and will be dearly missed by being a nana to her three grandchildren. Linda died on July 1. Melvin was a 1944 graduate of her husband of 50 years, Howard; her children, is preceded in death by her father, Robert Arsenal Technical High School and he attended Bryan (Stephanie) Alig, Rachel (Michael) L. Richmond; mother, Betty L. Firestone and Eastern Kentucky University. Melvin served Montgomery and Libby Haug; her step-mother, brothers, Steve Richmond, Roger Richmond aboard the USS Harding and USS Simpson in the Hazel Schuck; her brother, Richard Schuck; and and Randy Richmond. She is survived by her Pacific during WW II. He was a kamikaze survivor. her grandchildren, Madison, Caden, Gavin and husband, Michael; daughter, Sheila Borden; He was a retired tool & die maker from Diamond Ava. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on son, Brian (Lora); brothers, Bill Wilson, James Machine & Tool. Melvin was involved with WW July 5 at Holy Guardian Angels Catholic Church (Patricia) Wilson and Thomas (Erin) Wilson; II Roundtable, Tin Can Sailors, American Legion in Cedar Grove. grandchildren, Brandon Borden, Audrey & Post 500, Speedway Conservation Club, National Evelyn Carter and many nieces and nephews. A Muzzleloading and Rifle Association and the graveside service will be held on July 13 at 12:30 Beech Grove Promoter's Club as the city's Easter p.m. in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, 1977 S. bunny and parade clown. He was on the 2012 Hazel Blankenship State Road 135, Greenwood. inaugural Indy Honor Flight. Survivors include Hazel Blankenship, 90, of Indianapolis, died on daughters, Kandy (Dennis) Wiley and Angel July 5, 2018. She was born on Jan. 31, 1928 in (Daryl) Reed; grandsons, Klint (Jennifer) Brown, Allen County, Kentucky to James and Nettie Kolin (Kristine) Brown, Nathan (Samantha) (Tinsley) Thomas. She was involved with Crime Bonnie S. Darland Reed, Joey Reed, great-grandchildren, Kirsten Brown, Maggie and Sawyer Brown; a sister, Stoppers. Hazel is survived by her daughter, Bonnie S. Darland of Greenwood died on July Marie Fulton; several nieces and nephews and a Kimberly (Henry) Gehring; three grandchildren, 2, 2018. She was born in Marquette, Michigan, significant other, Grace Faris. He was preceded Candice Ray, Bridget Gehring and Houston on March 27, 1964, to Sally Wright Bailey and in death by his parents, Herman and Margaret Gehring; two great-grandchildren, Liam and the late Norman Duff. Bonnie graduated from Everling; a brother, Raymond; and sister, Joan Colton; and nieces and nephews. She was Greenwood High School in 1982. Bonnie and Maloney. A funeral service was held July 6 at preceded in death by her husband, Levy C. Michael S. Darland were married on Nov. 25, 1988 G.H. Herrmann Madison Avenue Funeral Home. Blankenship; and three stepbrothers, Delbert, and had three sons. She worked for the Marion He was buried in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Don and Doug Blankenship. Services were held County Treasurer for 31 years before retiring on July 9 at G. H. Herrmann Madison Avenue in November 2017. Bonnie enjoyed spending Duncan graduates from Funeral Home. Hazel was buried in Forest Lawn time with her family, spending her summer at Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may Lake Freeman and vacationing to Gulf Shores, Neil K. Fleitz Eastman School of Music be made to Alzheimer’s Association. Alabama. She was an avid Southport High School Cardinals fan supporting her sons’ football and Neil K. Fleitz, 83, of Indianapolis, died on July 5, Academics – Joseph Duncan, a resident tennis teams. She actively participated in the 2018. A graveside service was conducted on July of Indianapolis, graduated from the East- booster club. Bonnie is survived by her mother, 9, 2018 at Round Hill Cemetery. Arrangements Linda Kay Carter Sally Bailey; her husband, Mike; her sons, Matt, were entrusted to G. H. Herrmann Madison man School of Music of the University of Avenue Funeral Home. Rochester on May 20 with a bachelor of Linda Kay Carter, 69, of Beech Grove, died on Ben and Alex; her daughter-in-law, Ariel and music degree in applied music. Duncan is June 30. She was born in Bremen, Indiana her daughters-in-law, April Neher and Katie to Robert L. Richmond and Betty L. the child of Becky Duncan and Jerry Dun- Patterson; her granddaughter, Savannah; her Richmond (Hartzell) on Nov. 5, 1948. sisters, Kelly (Brett) Bateman, Carolyn (Bruce) Douglas A. Gooden can, and a graduate of Perry Meridian High She was raised in Nappanee, Laughlin and Jenny Dobbins; and her many School in Indianapolis. Indiana where she graduated nieces and nephews. Bonnie is preceded in death Douglas A. Gooden, 64, of Greenwood, died from Nappanee High School by her father, Norman Duff and beloved mother- on July 5, 2018. He was born on Nov. 28, 1953 Fogg named to dean’s list in 1967. She married Michael in-law, Peggy Darland. The celebration of her life to Henry and Mary Jane (Brown) Gooden. He was held July 6 from 4 – 8 p.m. at Wilson St Pierre graduated from Seeger Memorial High School (1972) and Purdue University (1976). He was a Academics – Melissa Fogg from Indianap- Funeral Service & Crematory, Greenwood Chapel, 481 West Main St., Greenwood. farmer after college with his dad and brother olis was named to the University of South Steve and then worked in the agriculture Carolina Aiken dean's list for spring 2018. industry as a farmer’s market advisor then To earn this distinction, students must be advancing into a managerial role at several enrolled full-time students and maintain Patrick Joseph Downey grain elevators in Illinois and Indiana. Doug a GPA of at least 3.5. Fogg is a graduate of Patrick Joseph Downey, 63, died on July 5, 2018 retired from ADM in 2014. During his retirement Franklin Central High School who is major- at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis. All years, he focused on his passion for playing golf and everything associated with the sport. He ing in psychology. services will be private. Simplicity Funerals and Cremation Care - Indianapolis, has loved his golf cart and spent hours customizing been entrusted with arrangements. it. Doug also enjoyed vacationing in Mexico Brothers named to dean’s list along with numerous trips to Florida with friends. He also enjoyed Purdue basketball Academics – Aurora University has and Cubs baseball. He is survived by his wife, named Bailey Brothers of Indianapolis to Sandi (Carlson); his son, Kyle; daughter-in- law, Danielle (Sudaj) and two grandchildren, the dean's list for the spring 2018 semes- Maia and Harper. He was preceded in death ter. Brothers is majoring in elementary by his father and mother, along with his older education. The dean's list recognizes full- brother, Steve. Other surviving relatives include time undergraduate students who have a sister, Sally Simmons and younger brother, earned a 3.6 GPA or higher.

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Obituaries continued from page 22. Cameron Murray and a niece, Mary Ann Rinehart. She is survived by her son, Christopher Murray; two brothers, Val Mikesell and Dan Clark; sister, Melissa Mikesell; and two grandchildren, Audra Jeff Gooden. The family will be holding a private and Jacqueline Murray. Arrangements are service at a later undetermined date. entrusted to Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory, Greenwood Chapel. Karen J Hardy Karen J. Hardy of Greenwood died on June Alvis M. Mullins 28, 2018 in Pennsylvania. Born Sept. 27, 1939 Alvis M. Mullins, 77, of Greenwood, died on in Columbus, Indiana to the late Charles and July 8, 2018. He was born in Richmond, Indiana Mary Kessler, she was a graduate of Columbus on Dec. 13, 1940 to the late William and Susan High School. Karen was formerly a member of Mullins. Alvis enlisted in the Air Force and spent the Whiteland Tri Kappa Sorority and played two years in Japan before returning to civilian bridge and dominoes. She was a manager at life. He enjoyed playing classical piano and was Arby’s and enjoyed traveling. Survivors include an avid golfer. He and his wife were members of sons, Douglas (Lorraine) Dickey & David (Mary) Mt. Pleasant Church since 1992. Survivors include Dickey; six grandchildren, Ben, Anna, Jack, Kate, his wife, Mary Alice Mullins; his son, Michael T. Sarah and Michael; two sisters, Kay Belden and Mullins of Indianapolis; his daughter, Lisa D. Cody Ann Kessler and her dog, Freddy. She is also (Tim) of Bargersville; his three grandchildren, survived by many friends. She was preceded in Brittany Petree, Michael T. Mullins, Jr., and Molly death by her husband, Earl L. Dickey; her second A. Mullins. He is also survived by numerous marriage was to Jim Hardy. Visitation was held extended family and close friends. Aside from his July 9 at G. H. Herrmann Greenwood Funeral parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Home at The Gardens Of Olive Branch, 1605 Tom Mullins. Friends and family will gather on South State Road 135, followed by the funeral. July 14 from 1 - 3 p.m. in Lauck & Veldhof Funeral Burial was at Brownsburg Cemetery. & Cremation Services, 1458 S. Meridian St., with a service celebrating his life at 3 p.m. Cremation will follow services. Christa H. Killough Christa H. Killough, 82, of Greenwood, died on July 1, 2018.Services were held on July 5 Nancy A. Povinelli at Smith Valley Baptist Church, 4682 W. Smith Nancy A. Povinelli, 85, of Indianapolis died on Valley Road. Arrangements were entrusted to July 7, 2018. She was preceded in death by Wilson St Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory. sister, Julia Povinelli, brother, Mack Weathers. th Nancy is survived by her sisters, Josephine “Toni” COMING AUGUST 30 Buchanan, Patricia Jensen and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of Nancy’s life was stPLACE Bryan Michael May held July 11 at Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service Bryan Michael May “B. May”, 29, was born Nov. & Crematory, Stirling Gerber Chapel, 5950 E. 11, 1988. He attended Beech Grove Schools 1 Thompson Road, Indianapolis with visitation to Pet Lovers finishing with a GED. He played guitar and sang. service time. Burial was in New Crown Cemetery. In his younger days, he played Little League baseball and basketball. He is survived by his Issue mother, Angel (Lady) Taylor; father, Thomas May, Jr.; children, Grady James May and Marley Robert W. Swift We know Southsiders love their pets. May; sister, Isabelle Challis; brother, Brandon Robert W. Swift of Carmel died on July 1. He was To celebrate that affection, The Southside Times May; and grandmother, Mary (Denham) Lady. born in Rushville, Indiana on Aug. 28, 1925 to He was preceded in death by his grandfather, is having its fifth annual Minnie and Austin Swift. Bob was drafted into Southside Pet Lovers issue. James Michael Lady and grandmother, Linda the army in 1944. He became a project manager Smith and grandfather, Thomas May, Sr. He for Clifford Engineering running utility projects We have asked our readers to submit their loved being with his grandpa. Visitation was throughout the Great Lakes area. He retired best photo of their cat, dog or other pet. held July 11 at G.H. Herrmann Madison Avenue from Bayer. Bob was preceded in death by his Mr. Molesley who was rescued at Southside Animal Our staff will choose the top three and all other Shelter. Thank you, Dale Jones of Greenwood. Funeral Home, followed by the funeral. wife, Alice and is survived by; sons, Val (Jennifer) entries will be published in the Aug. 31 issue. and Von (Holly), daughter, Vanessa Swift. Seven grandchildren; Jason, Austin, Kathleen, Jerry, Robby, Shannon and Tom Swift and four great- Please e-mail your image with your Jennifer Sue Mikesell name and area of residence to grandchildren, Mackenzie, Madeline, Mallorie rdPLACE Jennifer Sue Mikesell, 64, of Greenwood, died and Marshall. Visitation was held July 7 at King "Pet Lovers" at [email protected] by Aug. 17 or mail your photo to: on July 7, 2018. Jennifer was born on Feb. 1, of Glory Lutheran Church at 106th Street & 3 7670 US 31 South, 1954 in Ann Abor, Michigan to the late Orval Keystone Parkway in Carmel. The funeral service and Henreitta (Sayers) Mikesell. She worked Indianapolis, 46227 was held at King of Glory and a private burial (We may not be able to return photos.) for University Heights Health and Living for six occurred July 9 at Willow Grove Cemetery in years as a social worker. Jennifer was a member Fountain City, Indiana. nd For more information, of Our Lady of The Greenwood Catholic Church. 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✞ ASSEMBLY OF GOD 3158 | Rev. Bob Robeson, Administrator | ✞ CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST Fountain Square) | Ph: (317) 632-1486 ✞ SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST ✞ UNITED METHODIST Faith Assembly of God • 186 Royal Rev. John Beitans, Sacramental Assisstant Sixth Church of Christ, Scientist • | Pr. Raymond Smith | Worship: Sunday Southside Seventh-Day Adventist • Center United Methodist Church • Road, Beech Grove | Ph: (317) 784-8566 | Saturday Mass: 4:30 p.m. | Sunday Mass: 7625 McFarland Road | Ph: (317) 888- at 10 a.m. | /emmausfountainsquare 4801 Shelbyville Road, Indpls | Ph: (317) 5445 Bluff Road, Indpls | Ph: (317) 784- | Pastor: Lawrence Cook | Sunday: 10:30 10 a.m. | Completely Handicapped 3204 | Sunday: 10 a.m. | Sunday School: St. Mark's Free Lutheran Church • 786-7002 | Pr. Brian Yensho | Services 1101 or email: [email protected] | a.m. & 6 p.m. | Wednesday: 7 p.m. Accessible | All Welcome! 10 a.m. | Wednesday: 4 p.m. | Reading 1301 E. 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