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TO: The next scheduled meeting was April 22 at Avon Town Hall, 6570 E. U.S. 36. The ICON will report on that meeting in its next Avon/Plainfield edition.

WHAT HAPPENED: The council approved an ordinance to designate an economic revitalization area on two properties owned by Distribution Realty Group (DRG) and granted a traditional 10-year property tax abatement.

WHAT IT MEANS: DRG plans to build two industrial buildings on these properties at 10654 E. U.S. 36 and 1716 S. CR 1050 E. One will be 291,600 square feet and the other 719,000 square feet. DRG’s total investment is expected to be $45 million. Estimated taxes paid will be $7.5 million, and the tax abatement is $4.7 million.

WHAT HAPPENED: The council authorized the town staff and town attorney to proceed with the condemnation of Charles Nelson Drive, if necessary.

WHAT IT MEANS: Avon officials determined this road is needed to facilitate efficient traffic movement, and it is a frontage road in the town’s transportation system. Ryan Cannon, town manager, reported that the town is working with the owners of Charles Nelson Drive to make this a voluntary act without the use of a condemnation. Cannon asked that the council pass the resolution so the town can move forward if the voluntary dedication fails.

WHAT HAPPENED: Council passed a resolution that continues required use of face coverings and social distancing in Avon government buildings.

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April 23, 2021 4 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITY Plainfield Town Council approves contract, rezones property GIVE LINE CREWS Compiled by Peg McRoy Glover The Plainfield Town Council met April 12. The council meets at 6 p.m. for a work session ROOM TO WORK: and 7 p.m. for a meeting on the second and fourth Mondays each month at 591 Moon Road. Visit townofplainfield.com for agendas and minutes. The next meeting is April 26.

WHAT HAPPENED: The council approved a contract for professional services with It’s the law the Veridus Group for general engineering services in 2021. WHAT IT MEANS: Under this contract work orders will be issued that describe the scope, fee and schedule of specific projects. Veridus represents Plainfield in the MADE@ National Work Zone Awareness Week is Plainfield partnership that includes the Plainfield Community School Corporation, Ivy Tech April 26-30. We remind motorists to be careful Community College and Vincennes University. MADE@Plainfield is a higher education center being built on Reeves Road, just north of Plainfield High School. It will offer around the men and women whose jobs put vocational, occupational and other certification programs and is expected to be open for them along roadways and into harm’s way. the 2021-22 academic year. Veridus is also managing the renovation of the Prewitt Theatre and its adjacent building, updating it into an entertainment and dining facility. Electric cooperative line crews also work along

the roadsides. WHAT HAPPENED: The council rezoned a 0.18 acre parcel at 319 S. Center St. from a medium density residential district to an urban residential district.

When motorists see the orange diamond-shaped work WHAT IT MEANS: This is lot number five in the Carter’s South addition. The owner and zone warning signs and vehicles with the flashing amber petitioner is JWB Properties. The existing residential structure was built in 1920 and has four lights, they should slow down and prepare for the zone units. JWB wants to reduce the number of dwellings to three and add two water meters so ahead. each unit can be billed independently. JWB estimates that the building was subdivided into four units in the 1950s. In the town’s comprehensive plan, this property and the properties Indiana law requires motorists to approach cautiously and surrounding it are within the historic district. The properties surrounding this parcel are zoned medium density residential. change lanes away from emergency vehicles if they can do so safely. If not, they should reduce their speed to 10 mph under the posted speed limit and proceed with caution. Do WHAT HAPPENED: The council amended an existing contract with Motorola to upgrade body cameras worn by the police department for $722,700. not stop in the roadway; this may cause a chain reaction rear-end collision with other vehicles. WHAT IT MEANS: The upgrade is part of a contract with Motorola that also includes an in- Emergency vehicles protected by the law include police car video system, evidence management software and provides body cameras to all sworn vehicles, ambulances, fire trucks and staff. This is part of the town’s initiative to increase transparency between the police and community. It could also decrease cost of investigations. rescue equipment, highway incident-response vehicles, highway maintenance vehicles, utility service vehicles and tow ICONICbrief trucks. HCCF announces 2021 Lilly Endowment Community Scholars

The Hendricks County Community academic achievement and leadership Foundation named 2021 Lilly Endow- skills. ment Community Scholarship winners HCCF received more than 200 applica- Amelia Collier and Caroline Jackson, tions from Hendricks County students. Avon High School and Julia Muskat, Ten finalists were chosen to be inter- Plainfield High School. viewed: Anna Chesterson, Plainfield High These seniors will receive full tuition to School; Samuel Crook, Avon High School; an accredited public or private nonprofit Preston Fox, Cascade High School; Sriya college or university in Indiana and a Koganti, Avon High School; Elaina Perry, $900 yearly stipend for books and equip- Brownsburg High School; Olivia Ruble, ment. They were awarded based on sig- Cardinal Ritter High School and Chase nificant community service, outstanding Searcy, Cascade High School. April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 5 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com ICONICarts Danville’s Black creates terrazzo floor featuring butterflies for Arkansas airport By Peg McRoy Glover Best known for her mural work in the eastern part of the United States and locally for the “Open Window” mural on the southside of Courthouse Square, Danville native Tiffany Black is moving to a new medium with her recent commission with the Clinton National Airport in Little Rock, Ark. “My design mostly focuses on butterflies throughout the floor,” said Black. “The whole design is around nature, but I also wanted to convey the magic of flight because the magic of flight happens every day at the airport.” The public art career of the Danville Danville High School grad Tiffany Black has High School and Hanover College gradu- been commissioned by the Clinton National ate continues to grow and will be a part Airport in Arkansas to design a terrazzo floor for of travelers’ steps to new destinations. the atrium between ticketing and the security Black designed “Over an Arkansas Sky,” checkpoint. (Photos provided by Black) a terrazzo floor that will be inlaid within an airport atrium that spans 20 by 90 feet between the ticketing area and the security checkpoint. “I did a lot of research on Arkansas flora and fauna,” said Black who noted planners wanted a theme around the state nickname, The Natural State. “I reached out to environmental experts in Arkansas and shared with them my list of the flora, fauna, plants and vegetation I was planning on using to ensure that it would represent the entire state.” Based on their feedback, Black made some refinements to her design. State insignias make up some of the most prevalent elements including the apple Tiffany Black studied butterflies to convey the blossom, mockingbird and the Diana frit- magic of flight in her artwork called “Over an illary butterfly. Arkansas Sky.” “I looked to nature to see different flight patterns, and you will be able to “I have been going through a process see that in the butterflies,” said Black. “Ev- with the fabricator where I select the erything is done from an aerial view, so colors and different aggregate mixes for you feel like you are up in the sky look- samples,” said Black. “There is an infinite ing down at the landscape below as you number of options I can choose from for walk the atrium.” the aggregate mix such as stones from Black is working with Missouri Terraz- quarries throughout the South and Mid- zo Flooring, and she is envisioning, creat- west regions, colored glass, mother of COMMERCIAL & ing, designing and coordinating with the pearl shell, marble, etc.” company about how the finished floor Black will submit her choices to the will look. fabricator by the end of April, and work RESIDENTIAL PAINTING Terrazzo is made up of a binder such on the floor is expected to begin this as epoxy resin and an aggregate mix, summer. The design is part of Clinton Na- Black explained. Each section in the floor tional Airport’s Art in the Airport multi- is outlined with metal divider strips and phase initiative. 317.447.5227 different mixes are poured into each To stay up to date on her work, visit strip to create a final work of art. her Facebook page. WWW.FLORABROTHERSPAINTING.COM April 23, 2021 6 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COVER STORY

communities stand to benefit from the improvements,” said Scott Singleton, Plain- field director of transportation. “Avon’s staff reached out to us early in their planning processes to get feedback. By agreeing to assist in the funding and collaborating together, we feel the end project reflects the regional value County Road 100 S provides to the area.” “Our partnership with Plainfield and Hen- dricks County is what makes this project possible. We hope the project will provide diversity in our tax bases in the years to come,” said Cannon. The state will also start another major project that is set to begin in the next few weeks along U.S. 36 to widen the busy roadway from four lanes to six. The INDOT project will run from Shiloh Crossing Shopping Center west of Ronald Reagan Parkway to the county line near LA Fitness at Raceway Road. “The INDOT project will work to reduce congestion and facilitate traffic,” said Can- non. “It is always busy during rush hour and the weekend, so the goal is to widen the road to allow for smooth traffic control.” INDOT will also add a median for safety when they take out the shoulders to add two more lanes. This project will begin this month and be ongoing until the end of the year. Even with lane shifts, four lanes of U.S. 36 will remain open during busy travel times, Cannon said. Restrictions to less than four lanes will be happening during evenings DRIVING and restored by 6 a.m. the following day. In the next several years, Avon residents can expect to see several other road construction projects. “Once the 100 South projects are complete, we will focus on turning Dan Jones (Road) into a four-lane road. Construction ROUNDABOUT will begin at the end of 2022 and finish during 2023,” said Cannon. After that, construction should start at An $18.5 million road construction project is the largest the Town of Avon has undertaken. County Road 150 South will be widened and turn lanes added. the end of 2023 to relieve school traffic (Photo by Rick Myers) jams. “We will also be working on widening Avon plans road town project that began last month focuses 500 acres of vacant land that will soon fea- County Road 150 South to four lanes and on County Road 100 South. The road recon- ture Avon Logistics Park. adding a dual-lane roundabout. This en- infrastructure projects to struction and widening will strengthen the “There are going to be about 5 to 6 mil- hancement should help traffic tremendous- pavement and make it safer for traffic and lion square feet of industrial buildings on ly, especially for the high school,” Cannon relieve traffic congestion the growing population, Cannon said. It will the north side of 100 South,” said Cannon. said. also feature three new roundabouts to help “There will be more truck traffic due to this Traffic and safety are the biggest con- ensure safety and traffic flow. By Jessica Todd enhancement, which is why the round- cerns as the town begins construction on “The pavement is in bad shape,” said Can- abouts and new pavement are a good idea.” multiple roads, Cannon said. Their priority is Drivers already dodging traffic through non. “The road is old and cannot handle the Residents in three Avon neighborhoods creating a safe driving environment that will Avon can expect to see orange barrels and traffic it endures. Residents often use this have access to 100 South. Sunchase, Lex- be beneficial to drivers and pedestrians. cones popping up along already congested road to avoid U.S. 36, which causes a lot of ington Woods and Hollowbrooke will have “For the past few years, the town has fo- routes as the town undergoes the largest congestion.” restricted access as construction continues cused on improving congestion at intersec- infrastructure project in its history. The total project cost is $18.5 million, into the later months of 2021. tions,” said Cannon. “Moving forward, we Town planners have created big plans to with $13 million for construction, Cannon To fund the project, Avon partnered with hope the focus on adding more lanes to address traffic congestion drivers encounter said. the Town of Plainfield and Hendricks County assist with traffic will make driving through on several roadways. Residents can expect Bids were approved in June 2020, and to support the funds for this project. Avon more pleasant.” to see multiple construction projects in the drivers have experienced utility relocations “The Town of Plainfield contributed to next couple of years, said Ryan Cannon, that have been taking place since then. the project along County Road 100 S be- ON THE COVER: Construction on County Road Avon town manager. The County Road 100 South plans also cause we realize that, as a border road- 100 South began last month and will feature new A mile south of U.S. 36, the current large focus on economic development on about way between Plainfield and Avon, both roundabouts to help traffic flow.(Photo by Rick Myers) April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 7 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com

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Hendricks County students recognized as Indiana All-Stars out of style.

Three Hendricks County students were High School. among 40 Indiana high school seniors Emily Starnes, Tri-West High School, who were named 2021 Indiana Aca- was recognized as a 2021 Regional Aca- demic All-Stars, a program of the Indiana demic All Star. Association of School Principals. In addi- The students were selected from 270 tion, 50 other students were recognized nominees from the state’s private and as Academic All-Star Regional honoree, public accredited schools. Academic including one from the county. All-Star distinction recognizes seniors The following Hendricks County stu- who excel in the classroom and take dents were named 2021 Indiana Aca- on leadership roles in their schools and demic All-Stars: Sriya Koganti, Avon High communities. www.CumberlandTrace.us School; Rashad Saleem, Plainfield High Student awards will be presented in School and Marlee Yancey, Brownsburg May. Visit iasp.org for more information. Take our free healthcare assessment at cardon.us/Icon

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Avon baseball alums honor Avon’s speech and debate team balloons FexEx victim Alexander in size, places third in state By Jessica Todd Avon High School’s speech and debate teams recently completed an incredible 2020-21 season. With help from three volunteer and four staff coaches, the team grew from nine members to more than 60 in a single school year. Not only did their team grow, but so did their ranks at meets. The speech team participated in 13 virtual meets this season, never placing lower than fourth. The team’s success culminated in March with a third place finish in the large school division at the Indiana High School Forensic State Tournament. The coaches also created the first Avon High School debate team. This team participated in seven debate meets, with the Avon students focusing on the legislative debate in Congress event this season. “I am so proud of what we were able to accomplish Avon 2007 baseball alums honored Matt Alexander who tragically lost his this year,” said head coach Linda Langford who was life April 16 in the FedEx shooting in Indianapolis. The Alexander family and honored as Hoosier District New Coach of the Year. “We several of his former teammates attended the April 17 game in his honor, have had incredible support from our coaching staff, The Avon speech and debate teams took advantage of free holding up his No. 16 jersey. “He was a wonderful brother, son, grandson, parents and administration, and we hope to build a tra- virtual meets and grew from nine to more than 60 members this nephew, cousin and friend,” Sheryl Richardson, his cousin said on Facebook. dition of speech and debate at Avon High School.” school year, placing third in the Indiana High School Forensic State Tournament. (Photo provided by Linda Langford) “He was only 32 years old and had a good career with FedEx. He was gentle, The accolades are great, but Langford focuses on the kind, liked sports and was truly one of the ‘good guys.’ If you knew him, you liked him. There are no words to say how much he was loved or how much he more interesting how and why of the team’s story. memories,” said Koganti who also recently named a will be missed.” (Photo provided by Avon Athletics) “Our team’s growth was mainly attributable to taking 2021 Lilly Endowment Community Scholar. advantage of the COVID school year,” she said. “Nor- For the students, competing on the speech team mally, students travel to speech meets throughout the was one way of making the school year seem normal. state, which costs the team about $200 per meet. This While many school activities were canceled, the speech year, all meets were virtual and free, so we used this and debate team never missed a meet. situation to our advantage and tried to gain as much “Speech and debate serve as an opportunity to in- experience this first year. We also reached out to pro- teract and compete with students around Indiana and Matt and his sister, fessional speakers and actors all over the country to from different walks of life,” said senior Halima Alloosh. Michelle (Photo help coach our students.” “I would recommend speech and debate to anyone provided by Facebook) The team also made history when senior Sriya Ko- who wants to challenge themselves and grow.” ganti became Avon’s first national finalist for the Na- As the team prepares for their next season, team tional Speech and Debate Association National Tourna- captains plan to hold an inaugural speech camp for ment. incoming eighth grade and freshmen Avon students “Speech and debate have taught me to never give May 31-June 4. Email [email protected] to up, giving me some of my most favorite high school register. April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 9 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com Roman Numerals

After 20 years of teeing off, Bill Pranger hit his first hole in one April 13 on hole 14 at Deer Creek Golf Club 1 in Clayton. He played with his friends Ed Salm. Jim Ralston and Dale smith. The foursome all live in the Vandalia Del Webb community in Plainfield and golf together once or twice a week. (Photos provided by Pranger) April 23, 2021 10 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITY

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SPECIAL SECTION published by Grow Local Media Let’s Golf 2021 April 23, 2021 12 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com LET’S GOLF 2021 Hendricks County’s many golf courses can challenge all levels of golfers By Brad DuBois Now let’s review a few of those essential In the middle of our county, we have greens are a trademark of the front 9 with It has been a little over a year since the businesses we have in Hendricks County. two exceptional 18-hole courses. Prest- a little relief on the back 9. Again, with the world shut down and we were all thrown We have a total six 18-hole courses and wick Country Club is one of Indiana’s best front 9 being the older of the two, there are into a completely different lifestyle. Things one 9-hole course in Hendricks County, known golf courses. Established in 1974, it trees everywhere. Keeping it in the fairway like eating out, going to the office and most of which will have a yearly member- has been home to several IHSAA Boy’s and is important because driving into the trees even kids going to class were suddenly ship for purchase, or you can also pay a Girl’s State Tournaments, State Opens and will cost you at least a stroke. Oak Tree, stopped. We were told to stay indoors and daily fee. That is a total of 117 holes of golf various other IGA/PGA events. The course once known as the “Elk’s Club” is only a few quarantine ourselves from those around in the county that can challenge everyone is more of the “old school” design with wa- miles west of Plainfield on US 40. us as to slow the spread and “flatten the from the beginner to the seasoned player. ter, trees and sand that are placed in pre- Deer Creek in Clayton is one of the best curve” of a global pandemic. It took an Our community is fortunate to have so carious places. maintained golf courses in the county. The extreme toll on many in our community, many choices for the sport. Just south of Danville on Cartersburg greens are fast and true. It is just a few financially and mentally. The town of Pittsboro boasts two Road we have another exceptional 18- miles from I-70 making it very easily acces- Warmer weather couldn’t have come courses: Quail Creek and the Pittsboro Golf hole course aptly named Twin Bridges Golf sible to many in the region. Many holes soon enough for most all of us in central In- Course. Quail Creek is an 18-hole course Club. Cut from “buffer land” next to Waste have water that come into play and very diana. We were at least able to get outside that provides a good challenge to all levels Management’s Area Landfill. Don’t let that narrow tree-lined and rolling hill fairways. and enjoy the fresh air while still “social dis- of golfers and Pittsboro Golf Course is an- fool you; it can be very difficult with very It’s a beautiful place to play and enjoy the tancing”. I know in my case I spent a lot of other 9-hole course with straight forward few holes running next to each other. This scenery. time riding my bike, hiking, and of course design and good value. It is great for the is because it’s built on over 250 acres of We are very lucky to have such a diverse playing a round of golf. beginner and families with budding golf wooded land with White Lick Creek run- selection of courses to choose from in Hen- Fortunately for a lot of us, golf courses fanatics. ning through the property. Large greens dricks County. The other counties and sur- were deemed “essential businesses” and In Brownsburg, you will find one of the with devious elevation changes make a rounding areas have their exclusive private could stay open by Governor Holcomb. He most unique 18-hole courses in the area. challenging venture with the putter. and public links, but we have incredible understood the importance of people get- West Chase is a challenge on many levels. In the southern region of the county, we examples of our own with a lot of friendly ting out in the fresh air with some much- The front is akin to the links style course have Oak Tree Golf Course. It’s an original faces and value to boot. Let’s make 2021 needed exercise to recharge our attitudes with rolling hills just off the fairways and Pete Dye design that started as a 9-hole even better for our local golf courses and and bring about some positive vibes. A greens and heather in the rough. The back course and grew to include an addition- get out and enjoy the weather. few new restrictions were in place at the leans more to the older “country club” style al nine in the mid-nineties. Undulating start, but things eventually loosened up course with tighter fairways that are tree Brad DuBois is the president and CEO of to play the way we have grown accustom. lined. Water comes into play on 9 of the the Plainfield Chamber of Commerce. You 2020 became one of the best years finan- holes with forced carries. Tee selection may reach him at [email protected] cially for area golf courses in several years. here is a key component to a good round. or (317) 839-3800.

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By Derek Carlson How do I get better? This is a question I hear almost every day behind the pro shop counter. My answer is to practice shots in the scoring zones. I often see a puzzled look on the golfer’s face. Scoring zones are the areas on the course that golfers must play strategically in order to effectively lower their score. First, consider your normal round of golf. How often do you find yourself 50 yards from the green? How did you get there? An errant tee shot that forced you to play safe out of the trees or a second shot on a par five? Half of all shots occur within 100 yards of the hole; therefore, 50% of golf is played in the scoring zone. This is important to remember when you practice or warm up before each round. Repeatable contact with the ball is the most important factor in developing a better scoring zone game. This is particularly helpful with placements ranging from a green- side bunker to a low pitch and run. This type of practice allows for instant feedback on how fast and how hard to move the club to land the ball close to the hole each time. Here are some ways to improve your scoring zone play: Open up: Drop your front foot back about 6 inches from the target line. This clears your front hip and allows your arms and hands to travel towards the target. yards and closer to the green. This is the quickest way to round of golf at Deer Creek Golf Club, practice these fun- Get stable: Quiet your lower body. A stable lower body lower your score. To hit a high shot, keep the face pointed damentals so you can play with confidence and lower your lets the arms and shoulders move the club easily towards toward the sky. To hit it low, keep the face toward the tar- score. the target. get. Control the clubface The next time you’re in the scoring zone, utilize these Derek Carlson is the pro at Deer Creek. If you have any Controlling the clubface is the easiest to do from 50 effective methods to improve your play. Before your next questions about these tips, contact him at (317) 539-2013.

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By Brad Hofmann 3. Work on course management: Play- The average male golf ing it safe on the course is boring, I score is a 96. For females, a get it. There’s an appeal to flying that 108. For those who play reg- fairway bunker that’s 250 yards out ularly, that might sound high. or sticking that giant flop shot on a For occasional golfers, that tucked pin. You might even pull it off might sound fairly good. Either way, golf- every now and then, but more than ers of every skill level often have a magical likely you end up turning a would par number in mind that they would love to into a bogey, or a bogey into a double be able to shoot on a regular basis. If they or worse. Learn to play within your could just consistently break 80…or 90…or abilities and you will start to see that Hendricks County’s Premier Championship Golf Facility 100, they would be happy with their game. score improve. Whatever your number happens to be, 4. Keep an accurate score: Arriving 5 here are five must dos to achieve that goal. minutes before your tee time and tak- 1. Take a lesson: Whether it’s a full ing a breakfast ball off the first tee is West Chase can host your next event: series of lessons, or just some light one thing. Taking four mulligans and Outings • Parties • Leagues • Weddings & Receptions instructions, spend some time with a few foot wedges is another. If you a professional who can at the very want to improve, you must play true Showers & Rehearsals • Business Meetings least identify your trouble areas and to the rules. If you don’t, you will nev- give you some drills to establish a er have a true gauge of where your proper technique and practice rou- game is at and what areas you need Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please call tine. While the internet is a wealth of to improve upon. information, the golf swing isn’t one 5. Play more golf: You’ll never get bet- (317) 892-7888 or visit our website for updates size fits all, and YouTube videos won’t ter if you don’t play more. Regardless cut it. of how many lessons you take or how 2. Don’t neglect the short game: many trips to the practice facility you WWW.WEST-CHASEGOLF.COM “Practice makes perfect” is an old make, if you’re not putting your skills adage for a reason. However, many to test on the course itself more of- golfers spend far too much time on ten, you’ll never see the improvement the driving range and neglect the you’re looking for. If there is one tried practice green. Over half of all golf and true way to get better, this is it. shots are within 100 yards of the hole. Just play more golf! So next time you go to practice, skip the bucket of balls, and spend that Brad Hoffman is the General Manager at Avon time chipping and putting. You will West Chase Golf Club. You may contact him Education be amazed at the confidence gained via email at [email protected] Foundation around the green and strokes you or (317) 892-7888. save during your next round.

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A ‘Trinity’ crucifix wrapped around Charles Giesting’s hand that he received as a special gift from a parishioner. The three figures on the cross are first, a small imprint of what appears to be the face of an old man with a beard. This is meant to be God the Father. The second figure is of the crucified Christ, and the third figure is that of dove, which is from Scripture and which represented the Holy Spirit when Jesus was baptized in the Jordan River. (Photo by Rick Myers)

By Jessica Todd Morris knew that the Archdiocese of Indianapolis was God calls, how can you refuse?” he said. I recall think- getting ready to announce that they would be starting ing that God had been preparing me for this role my For Charles Giesting, slowing down has never been the formation of their third class of deacon candidates. whole life by how I was raised, the Catholic education I an option. The first class was ordained in 2008, the second class received and both joyful and disappointing experiences Giesting worked at the Allison / Rolls-Royce manufac- in 2012, and if all went well, a third class would be or- that I’ve had in my family, work and faith lives.” turing plant for over 32 years when he decided in 2011 dained in 2017. He took classes to help him have a better understand- that it was time to leave. After taking early retirement “Even with Fr. Kevin’s suggestion of becoming a dea- ing of what it meant to be a deacon, which helped him at age 55, he decided to sit down and decide what he con, I didn’t know much about what a deacon did, so I become the successful deacon he has come to be. wanted to focus on for the rest of his life. figured, if this was something that I might want to do, “In my deacon formation, which was run by St. “As I made my lists and prioritized the items, the one I’d better study up on it,” said Giesting. “At this point, I Meinrad Archabbey in St. Meinrad, Indiana, there were item that came to the top of every list was to get more wanted to be open to whatever the Lord might be want- different classes in things like Moral Theology, the Trinity, involved in my church, grow my own faith life and hope- ing to speak to me. After the Archdiocese announced Christology, Pastoral Care and Spirituality. By going fully those lives of my own family, too,” said Giesting. “I they would be forming a new class of deacon candi- through this regimen of course work, not only did I learn firmly believe God’s will for me was to become a deacon dates, I attended several discernment sessions during much, but I also grew to love my faith when I discovered at this time in my life.” 2012 and into early 2013. These sessions were open to more about it,” he said. He was ordained in June of 2017. One day after retirement, while attending a Saturday the candidate hopefuls and their wives and explained Giesting also believes his childhood and the sports he evening mass at St. Susanna’s in Plainfield, he had a more about what deacons do in their ministry of service. played had a role in building him into who he is today. discussion with former pastor Fr. Kevin Morris in the The session helped me to understand that becoming a Playing sports taught him how to work hard for some- confessional when the topic of becoming a deacon deacon would be no small undertaking,” he said. thing. He believes loss assisted him in realizing how to came up. Giesting said he specifically remembers kneeling at grow as a person. “I replied that I had thought about it very briefly some church, thinking about if becoming a deacon was really “I came to realize that I learned more and grew more years ago when I had heard there was a program to what the Lord wanted him to do. as a player when my team lost rather than won. Losing form deacons. However, my four children were at home, “The response I received back that day wasn’t a yes made me think and work harder. Likewise, it has been and I was busy at work, and I didn’t think it would work or no; it was a question that Jesus, as he hung on the Continued on Page 3 for me,” said Giesting. cross, asked, “Will you help me?” And of course, when

55 AND BETTER 2 April 2021 Continued from Page 2 through my biggest disappointments and sufferings in GETTING TO KNOW life that I have grown the closest to Jesus and the mes- sages he has had for me. I realize that although I have many faults and weaknesses, God has given me some CHARLES GIESTING share of talents, all of which I want to use to bring others to him,” said Giesting. What makes you happy? A happy wife and Before retiring from Rolls Royce, he had never once healthy children! considered becoming a deacon. He believes that if he What is your favorite restaurant in Hendricks had continued to work at that job, he never would have County? Coachman in Plainfield found his calling to lead others in their faith. Working as What’s the career highlight you’re most proud a deacon has helped Giesting grow in his faith in several of? Two things stand out, getting and being ways. married to my wife of almost 40 years, and being “I’m not sure anyone ever reaches a point where she/ ordained. he knows all there is to know about our faith as followers of Jesus Christ, but learning more about our religion, What’s your favorite family tradition? Christmas the Holy Scriptures and our faith traditions, are the with my family at the old farmhouse my kids grew things we’re striving to learn more about to grow our up in. faith,” said Giesting. What are three words to describe your Giesting’s faith has also grown through meeting and personality? Caring, Faithful and Optimistic working with the people of his church and the charities held within his community. “Like some other deacons and lay ministers, I’ve been From left, the late Reverend Father Glenn O’Connor, Mary Giesting, and workforce and has found it to be very fulfilling. Besides Charles on June 24, 2017, after his ordination, a celebration and his first able to preach in each of the prisons in Plainfield, visit homily. (Submitted photo) being a deacon and working at Anthem, Giesting enjoys and pray with the sick and the elderly in nursing homes spending time with his wife of almost 40 years, having or at home and serve as a Ronald McDonald House the faith others have had, and how they used their faith fun with his six grandchildren and gardening. guest services volunteer. Of course, the virus has limited to draw closer to Jesus, that helps me to maintain and “I firmly believe God’s will for me was to become a many of these activities, but I look forward to doing grow my faith.” deacon at this time in my life. I’m not exactly sure why more as we get beyond this time, said Giesting. I love Giesting was offered a full-time job role at Anthem, he picked me, but I’m certain he meant for me to do working and talking with people, and when I hear of Inc. in the fall of 2014. He made his way back into the this,” said Giesting.

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55 AND BETTER 8 April 2021 April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 17 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com “Mayberry Man” filmmakers postpone red carpet premiere By Peg McRoy Glover I liked everything about him,” said Howell. “When we began filming, he nailed it from The biggest filmdom news in Hendricks the get-go. He brought a comedic angle to County throughout the past two years has the character and did some things that are been the making of “The Mayberry Man,” a so funny that it raised the bar of the humor.” present-day full-length comedy inspired by Howell said he chose to film in Danville “The Andy Griffith Show.” A day-long festival because his brother Cort Howell had at- was planned for May 15 around Danville’s tended one of the town’s Mayberry Days. Courthouse Square capped by a red carpet Mayberry is actually based on Andy Griffith’s premiere at the Royal Theater. hometown of Mount Airy, N.C. Like so many planned events during the “Mount Airy is a bit commercialized be- COVID-19 pandemic, the premiere has been cause it has catered to ‘The Andy Griffith postponed. Show’ fans, and that is good. When I got to “Holding off on the premiere seemed Danville, it had more of a Mayberry feel,” like the right thing to do,” said Stark Howell, said Howell. “Everyone we talked to from writer and director of the crowd funded the town were favorable to us filming there film. “If we proceeded with the May 15 date, and they welcomed us with open arms.” we would have had to premiere the movie Karen Knotts, daughter of Don Knotts to a half-empty theater, which would have who played Barney Fife, was also in the resulted in two showings and two VIP red movie. carpet times that night. It would have been “I had been to Danville once before, and asking a lot from all of the people who are it is a charming town,” said Knotts. “There providing the vehicles and music.” is such a fandom of excitement about the The movie stars Brownsburg native Brett show. People are going to love the movie.” Varvel who plays the lead character Chris When COVID-19 restrictions relax more, a Stone. Varvel is an actor, director, writer and premiere date will be reset. Visit the movie’s chief executive officer of Plainfield-based website at supportmayberryman.com. House of Grace Studios. “Brett submitted a video audition, and

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Jack A. Lawson AU01000629 • Brandon K. Lawson AU19300138 1280 East Main Street, Danville, Indiana 46122 (317) 745-6404 • FAX (317) 745-7810 TERMS OF SALE/Cash, Approved Check or Visa/Master Card April 23, 2021 18 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITY GETTING TO KNOW NICK WHITLOW Who inspires you? I am inspired by my grandpa who is 95. He has faced a great deal of adversity, especially early on in his life and has always come back stronger. He has made a great life for himself and his family. I am also truly inspired by stories of school bus drivers who have driven for over 35 years. What is your favorite local business? My favorite local business would be the Dairy Bar in Lizton. Their milkshakes are my favorite! Favorite show: New episodes are not on at the moment but one of my favorite shows to watch is “The Amazing Race.” What is your dream travel destina- tion? I have always wanted to travel to Australia. What is on your bucket list? Something at the top of my bucket list would be to visit all 50 states at some point in my life. After starting as a bus aide, at 22, Nick Whitlow is living his childhood dream of driving a school bus. He’s also taking college courses. (Photo by Jessica Todd)

As the youngest behind the wheel in accepted a position as a bus aide for Brownsburg School it takes others to drive theirs,” said Whitlow, noting it’s 40 Corporation when he was 18. He helped ensure students miles long. Brownsburg, at 22 Nick Whitlow’s childhood entered and exited the bus safely, helped with fire drills and The pandemic changed many things about his routine goal of driving a school bus came true became familiar with the bus. when it comes to cleaning the bus and ensuring students “When I was a bus aide, I always wanted to take over the are safe and healthy. By Jessica Todd route I helped,” he said. “When I learned I would take over “The kids are great about keeping their masks on. They the route when I got my license I was so excited. I like the know it is expected of them and do a great job of following Many children dream of becoming a firefighter, teacher route because it is full of country roads, and the students directions,” he said. “I also wipe down the seats and hand- or doctor when they grow up, but for 22-year-old Nick Whit- are awesome.” rails after students are off the bus and deep clean once I fin- low, none of these felt like the right fit. For as long as he can He obtained his license to drive the school bus in March ish each route.” remember, he wanted to drive a school bus. 2020. Then the pandemic shut down schools just four days Compared to other college students, Whitlow believes his Whitlow, who grew up in Avon, has always had a passion into his journey as a bus driver. passion for driving school buses is unique. for vehicles. He was in first grade when his fascination for “I was crushed. The four days I had of driving the bus for “What many of them fail to realize is how perfect my school buses grew. the first time were nothing short of pure bliss,” he said. schedule is,” said Whitlow who is taking classes at Ivy Tech “Growing up, I was obsessed with motorcycles, trains, Masked up when schools resumed in July, Whitlow could Community College then plans to go to IUPUI to study sus- planes and buses,” said Whitlow. “I was captivated by school not wait to sit in the driver’s seat. Since then, he has been tainable management and policy. “I have plenty of time to buses from a very young age. I don’t know how else to ex- driving the same route he had as a bus aide every after- get things such as homework and classes done in between plain it other than I have always known I wanted to drive noon. He also fills in as a substitute in the mornings and oc- routes. It also makes it super easy to schedule college classes.” one.” casionally drives athletic teams to events. In Indiana, bus drivers must be 21 to apply for a CDL “I only have time to drive for the high school in the af- license. To become more familiar with the job, Whitlow ternoon because my route takes almost double the time Continued on PAGE 19 April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 19 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com

Continued from PAGE 18 patience. “The hardest part about the job is that the kids tend to test your patience some- Whitlow is the youngest school bus driver times,” he said. “I remind myself that I never in his corporation, but this has been more know what goes on in their lives before or TsT Construction, LLC beneficial to him than he could have imag- after they are on my bus. It could be an es- ined. cape for some students. I try to remember “I googled the average age of a bus driver that when I get frustrated.” TipBy Tom S. Truesdale of the Month the other day and saw that it is 56. Most of He also needs his patience when dealing my coworkers are within the age range, but with other drivers on the road. that has benefited me in many ways. My “As a bus driver, all eyes are on you when coworkers guide me and share all of their you are on the road. I can’t honk if someone Spring and Summer Projects valuable experiences with me,” said Whitlow. cuts me off or have a reaction to other driv- “He was a great aide,” said Brownsburg ers not stopping for me,” he said. bus driver Lissa Broyles who was a CDL Whitlow continues to dream and plans trainer before driving a bus. “He always kept to graduate in May from Ivy Tech, perhaps the children entertained while I drove the driving a semi or delivery truck. bus. Whitlow was a great person to train “I see myself being a school bus driver for his CDL. He was always ready to drive or forever, even if it is just as a substitute,” said help prepare the bus for the students.” Whitlow. “The reality is that I can’t live off With every job comes good memories that salary alone … I could see myself pos- accompanied by hard times. Whitlow has sibly becoming a truck driver or driving for learned to embrace both. UPS, then working as a bus driver on the “I love my route, and each ride is different days I have off.” every day. I like having that time to spend No matter where his life takes him, the with the kids,” Whitlow said. “As a bus driver, lessons he has learned during his time as a the students feel like they can confide in me school bus driver will stick with him forever. The spring and summer season is the ideal • Board replacement, power washing and new with more than they could to a teacher or “The most valuable lesson I have learned time to plan exterior improvement projects stain / sealer is also an option. parent. I have the advantage of being able as a bus driver is that no matter where you and repairs, this month I have simply listed to relate to the high schoolers because I was are, what you do or who you meet, you have some project ideas and things to consider for > Siding Replacement: one just four years ago. I like to listen and the opportunity to make a positive impact each project. • Wood siding needs to be painted every 3 to 5 give them advice on everything.” on somebody,” Whitlow said. years. On every drive, Whitlow’s essentials in- > Concrete Improvement: • Vinyl and Hardie Plank are excellent alterna- clude a mask, his license, water and his • A new concrete drive or walk. tives. • Removal and replacement of an existing cracked / spawled driveway or walk. > Roofing and Guttering: • Updated roofing and guttering is a critical part REAL ESTATE AUCTION > Windows and Doors: of your home. • New windows and doors add value and • Replacement is a weather dependent activity. Co Rd 500 E, Pittsboro, Middle Township, Hendricks County energy efficiency to your home. • Insurance claims for roof replacement must be • There are many products on the market - war- bid by licensed contractor. ranty and quality of material is very important • Hire local and watch out for “storm chasing” 40 Total Acres • Virtually All Tillable Land when investing in new windows. contractors. Good Producing Farmland • Overall Wapi Of 166.7 > Brick Chimney Repairs: Remember the lowest price is not always the Great Residential Building Sites • No Platting Required • Masonry repairs to existing chimney systems best, take time in evaluating your Contractor, Northwest Hendricks Schools can help protect your home from water infiltra- relationship and trust are key! If you have any tion and brick damage. concerns or questions don’t hesitate to con- Offered In Two 20 Acre Parcels & In Its Entirety tact TsT Construction for help and guidance. > Deck Repair and Replacement: Hope this months tips are helpful, enjoy the 40 Acres • Tillable Land • Building Sites • Consider composite products over wood. spring and summer season! THURSDAY, MAY 13TH • 6:30 P.M. Auction to be held at the LAWSON & CO. Auction Gallery. TsT Construction, LLC 1280 East Main Street, Danville, IN 46122 Helping people one job at a time... OWNER: Leo & June Smith Revocable Living Trust

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(Photo provided by Town of Plainfield) Jack A. Lawson AU01000629 • Brandon K. Lawson AU19300138 AH20100007 At its April 12 meeting, the Plainfield The center is the second phase of a (317) 745-6404 • FAX (317) 745-7810 Town Council granted approval to move two-phase downtown construction proj- forward with construction of the Plain- ect that started in October 2020 on the field Performing and Fine Arts Center in corner of Center and Main streets. A new downtown Plainfield. The Performing government center is currently under and Fine Arts Center, which includes a construction adjacent to the existing REAL ESTATE AUCTION 600-seat auditorium, will provide a new municipal building and scheduled to be entertainment attraction in downtown completed in the first quarter of 2022. Plainfield. The Performing and Fine Arts Center The council entered a memorandum will then begin construction on the site of understanding with Hendricks County where the current municipal building Arts Groups to establish a partnership for sits and will be connected to the new 4681 S. 200 E., the development of the center. government center when completed. Lebanon Hendricks County Master Gardeners

Home • Pole Barn (36x42) • Implement Shed (24x48) • 3.64 Acres • 2400 sq ft present Gardening for All Ages 2 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths • Basement • Stone Fireplace The Hendricks County Master Gar- Insects: Pollinators and Predators, Bob 2 Car Attached Garage • Front & Rear Decks • Lebanon Schools deners will host Gardening for All Ages Bruner, Owen County Extension Educa- show 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 24 at the Equine tor; and 2 p.m., Pruning Ornamental Pavilion/Horse Barn at Hendricks County Trees and Shrubs, Nancy Rice, Hendricks AUCTION DATE: Saturday, April 24th • 9:00 a.m. 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex, County Master Gardener. 1900 E. Main St., Danville. The Hendricks County Master Garden- Visit more than 30 garden-related ers will distribute free vegetable and For more information visit our website: www.lawsonandco.com vendors with plants, garden décor, flower seeds and trees from the Indiana OWNER: NEIL E. DORBECKER REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST • TRUSTEE: NEIL E. DORBECKER • POWER- OF-ATTORNEY: MICHELLE TALBOT bird-watching supplies, and gardening Department of Natural Resources. advice. Hendricks County Garden Club will Sessions include 10 a.m., Caring for host its popular booth. Members will Your Houseplants, Colletta Kosiba, sell plants and other gardening-related Hendricks County Master Gardener; 11 items. Buy plants, learn about the club Jack A. Lawson AU01000629 • Brandon K. Lawson AU19300138 a.m., Worms: How to Get Nature’s Recy- and the work it does in the community. AH20100007 clers Working for You, Amy Sieferman, Visit facebook.com/HendricksCounty- 1280 East Main Street, Danville, Indiana 46122 Hendricks County Recycling District inMasterGardeners, hendricksgardeners. (317) 745-6404 • FAX (317) 745-7810 Outreach Coordinator; 1 p.m., Beneficial com or call (317) 745-9260. April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 21 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com

ICONIC Athlete of the Week Notables Compiled by Mike Beas RAISING THE BAR Avon baseball recently posted three consecutive wins having downed Plainfield pole vaulter Morris seeks school mark, state finals berth Franklin Central twice and then Logansport. In the process, senior By Mike Beas Q: When and how did you first become interested in pole Henry Hesson delivered a total of vaulting? As a pole vaulter, William Morris literally continues to raise the bar four hits and scored three runs, while A: I did gymnastics for 10 years, and in my freshman year I when it comes to his athletic career at Plainfield High School. Chris Adams had two hits and a pair fractured my back, so I decided to quit. My friends wanted me to With his senior track and field season well underway, Morris of runs. Orioles pitcher Anthony try pole vaulting. I went right into it as a sophomore, and in my continues his dogged pursuit of shoehorning two major Costello improved to 3-0 on the first meet I did 10-6. After that, I got better and better. It’s fun to accomplishments into a relatively short period of time — a berth in season by helping lead a 2-1 win over go up in the air and fly for just a few seconds. the Flashes, a five-hitter in which the the state finals at Ben Davis on June 4 and taking down the Quakers’ senior struck out eight with no walks. school record. Q: What are your goals for this season? The latter, a vault of 14 feet 10½ inches by former A: Since it’s my senior year, I obviously want to make it to The Plainfield baseball squad Plainfield track and field standout Todd Fishel, has state, and at least place in the top five. The school record topped Avon, 8-6, and split a home- been keeping challengers at arm’s length since the would be great, but to me it’s more important to go to and-home series with Mid-State late-1980s. Morris’ previous personal-best of 14 feet state. Conference opponent Whiteland. 5 inches, cleared at the 2019 Mid-State Conference Quakers’ junior Thomas Klein drove Meet at Whiteland as a sophomore, a season in Q: Do you plan to attend college, and what would in three runs against the Orioles and which he just missed qualifying for state by tying for be your major? three hits in the second game against fourth at the Lafayette Jefferson regional. A: I’m not sure where I want to go yet, but I would Whiteland, a 4-1 Plainfield victory. Morris hoped to build on the momentum with a major in biology. I didn’t have a junior track season, superb junior season, but all spring sports were and I think that’s when most high school athletes get Cascade junior Henry Smith had canceled in 2020. All Morris could do this scholarship offers. I hope it happens this year. I would seven hits and seven runs for the time out was hope there was a 2021 like to keep pole vaulting. I just want to keep getting Cadets baseball team during a four- campaign and then deliver as best better and better to the point where someone wants to game stretch in which it downed he could. On April 17, he gained recruit me. Speedway twice and Tri-West once ground on the program standard, before losing to Plainfield, 2-1. Senior vaulting 14 feet 6 inches at the teammate Aidan Roach had eight Lawrence Central Invitational. Plainfield pole vaulter William Morris has his sights hits and eight runs during this stretch, “Going back to last year, our set on leaping to the state meet and working toward breaking the school record. (Photo by Rick Myers) while Darien Pugh chalked up five goals were pretty high,” said hits himself and had five steals in a Plainfield track coach Brian 17-8 defeat of the Spark Plugs to up his Pelkey. “Then he loses out on season total to 14. Smith added three the indoor and outdoor state steals in the same Speedway game meets, and then we don’t have and now has 11 for the season. Junior indoor state this year. William pitcher Wyatt Blinn notched the win has worked really hard, and he in a 12-2 victory over Tri-West, allowing could do other events for us, two hits and striking out eight. but we said, ‘Hey, let’s focus on the pole vault.’ Junior Rachel Mazzio had two hits “We want to keep him and a run for Cascade softball in a 6-5 healthy and try to get him on win over South Putnam. Sophomore the medal stand at state this Megan Walker drove in two of the year.” Cadets’ runs and was the winning Morris did a Q&A with pitcher, allowing seven hits and ICON: striking out eight.

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AVON Robert A. Kelly Rickie E. Wallace Mark Allen Ledbetter Robert A. Kelly, 96, passed away April 11, 2021. Rickie E. Wallace, 73, passed away April 6, 2021. Mark Allen Ledbetter, 56, passed away April Karen K. Riley Jugg He was born Feb. 13, 1925. Services will be held He was born Oct. 30, 1947. Services were held 3, 2021. He was born June 22, 1964. Services Karen K. Riley Jugg, 78, passed away April 6, 2021. at a later date. Baker Funeral Home, Danville, was April 10 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg. were held April 9 at Hall-Baker Funeral Home, She was born Feb. 1, 1943. Services were held entrusted with arrangements. Plainfield, April 12 at St. Susanna Catholic Church, Plainfield. Chase Andrew Lynch NORTH SALEM Lloyd L. McDaniel Baker Funeral Home, Plainfield, was entrusted the Chase Andrew Lynch, 20, passed away April Lloyd L. McDaniel, 97, passed away April 11, 2021. arrangements. 10, 2021. He was born Nov. 11, 2000. Services Sally Lou Doub He was born August 13, 1923. Private services were held April 18 at the Hendricks County 4-H Sally Lou Doub, 70, passed away April 5, 2021. She were held. Contributions can be made to the BROWNSBURG Fairgrounds, Danville. Contributions may be was born Nov. 21, 1950. Services were held April 9 Plainfield Lions Club or the American Legion made to the Chase “Skippy” Lynch Memorial at Bousley Funeral Home, Coatesville. #329. Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield, Albert Gentry Scholarship Fund or the Hendricks County 4-H was entrusted with arrangements. Albert Gentry, passed away April 15, 2021. Fair Association. Baker Funeral Home, Danville, PITTSBORO Dorothy Ella Leta Meyer Arrangements were pending at press time. Eric was entrusted with arrangements. Dorothy Ella Leta Meyer, 97, passed away April M.D. Bell Funeral Home, Pittsboro, was entrusted Angelique L. McCleary Charles Roy Hinshaw 2, 2021. She was born on Jan. with arrangements. Angelique L. McCleary, 42, passed away April Charles Roy Hinshaw, 68, passed away April 6, 1924 to Henry and Anna Wanda Jean Gordon 10, 2021. She was born Nov. 21, 1978. Services 7, 2021. Arrangements were pending at press (Wiebusch) Siemers in Otoe, Wanda Jean Gordon, 99, passed away April 15, were held April 19 in Hall-Baker Funeral Home, time. Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home, Pittsboro, was Neb. Afte graduating from Otoe 2021. She was born June 13, 1921. Services were Plainfield. Contributions may be made to Mental entrusted with arrangements. High School, she attended the held April 19 at Connection Pointe Christian Health America of Hendricks County or Wounded Thomas King Lincoln School of Commerce. Church, Brownsburg. Contributions may be made Warrior Project. She married Lorenz F. Meyer Thomas King, passed away March 31, 2021. April 14, 1943. They lived in to Ronald McDonald House or Meals on Wheels. Traci B. Smith Arrangements were pending at press time. Eric Eric M.D. Bell Funeral Home, Pittsboro, was Traci B. Smith, 57, passed away April 16, 2021. She several towns in Otoe County, M.D. Bell Funeral Home, Pittsboro, was entrusted moving to Lincoln in 1955, Meyer entrusted with arrangements. was born July 18, 1963. Private services will be with arrangements. David W. Hayden Sr. held. Baker Funeral Home, Danville, was entrusted where they raised three children with arrangements. Henry Ferdinand Volk Susan, David and Mary Ann. Dorothy worked in David W. Hayden Sr., 67, passed away April 11, Henry Ferdinand Volk, 83, passed away April 9, the accounting department of the Federal Soil 2021. He was born March 30, 1954. Services were Harold “Joe” Trent 2021. He was born June 10, 1937. Services were Conservation Service from 1955 to 1989. She held April 16 at Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg. Harold “Joe” Trent, 84, passed away April 12. He held April 19 at St. Malachy Catholic Church, took pride in her work, earning many awards and Kenneth Edward Steele was born July 22, 1936. Services were April 17 at Brownsburg. Donations may be made to the promotions. She was an active member of First Kenneth Edward Steele, 85, passed away April Baker Funeral Home, Danville. Contributions may Society of St Vincent de Paul. Matthews Mortuary, Lutheran Church Lincoln and enjoyed square 7, 2021. He was born March 24, 1936. Private be made to the Danville American Legion, Post Brownsburg, was entrusted with arrangements. dancing and round dancing with Lorenz. In 1994 services were held. Matthews Mortuary, #118. she moved to Plainfield, Ind., to be near family. Brownsburg, was entrusted with arrangements. Martha Eleanor Wills PLAINFIELD While living there she joined Plainfield United Martha Eleanor Wills, 99, passed away April 13, Methodist Church and the Women’s Club. She CLAYTON 2021. She was born Sept. 23, 1921. Services were Diane Marie (Politte) Burr enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, held April 19. Baker Funeral Home, Danville, was Diane Marie (Politte) Burr, 65, passed away her brother and sister-in-law and friends. She William Bennett “Ben” Darnell entrusted with arrangements. Friday, April 9, 2021. She was born Jan. 6, 1956. loved hosting out of town family whenever they Services were held April 16. Hampton-Gentry could visit. Her hobbies included needlework, William Bennett “Ben” Darnell, 71, passed away playing Scrabble, and walking/exercising. April 13, 2021. He was born May 29, 1949. Weaver INDIANAPOLIS Funeral Home, Plainfield, was entrusted with arrangements. Dorothy took advantage of many traveling & Randolph Funeral Home, Clayton has been opportunities after retirement, both overseas entrusted with arrangements. Judith Ilene Cyphers Lucille Crane and stateside. Dorothy was predeceased by Dr. Willis G. Parker Judith Ilene Cyphers, 69, passed away March 29, Lucille Crane, 78, passed away April 12, 2021. her son, husband, brother (Ralph Siemers), two Dr. Willis G. Parker, 84, passed away April 15, 2021. 2021. She was born March 15, 1952. No services She was born Feb. 10, 1943. Hampton-Gentry sisters (Margaret Ingram and Lorene Hillman) and He was born June 10, 1936. Services will be at 1 are scheduled. Conkle Funeral Homes, Avon, was Funeral Home, Plainfield, was entrusted with many in-laws. She is survived by her daughters p.m. May 15 at The Barn of Coatesville, 5056 S. entrusted with arrangements. arrangements. Susan Meyer, Mary Ann Hamilton and son- Milton St. Contributions may be made to Project Marion “Truman” Lollar William Richard “Dick” Fields in-law, Michael and 3 grandchildren, Joanna Mercy, Fort Wayne, Ind. Bousley Funeral Home, Marion “Truman” Lollar, 68, passed away March William Richard “Dick” Fields, 76, passed away Hamilton, Kimberly Hamilton (Ashley Running) Coatesville, was entrusted with arrangements. 31, 2021. He was born Dec. 2, 1952. Services were April 12, 2021. He was born Jan. 9, 1945. No and Ian Hamilton and one sister-in-law (Martha held April 10 at Cornerstone Christian Church, services are scheduled. Carlisle Branson Funeral Siemers), along with many nieces and nephews. Brownsburg. Matthews Mortuary, Brownsburg, Service & Crematory, Mooresville, was entrusted No memorial services are planned at this time. DANVILLE was entrusted with arrangements. with arrangements. Celebration of Life and graveside services will Betty Jean “Jeanie” Brown Catherine Ellen “Cathy” Marvin L. Gist be held with family and friends this summer. Marvin L. Gist, 79, passed away April 4, 2021. He Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Betty Jean “Jeanie” Brown, 75, passed away April (VanArsdale) Robinson Association or Plainfield United Methodist 13, 2021. She was born Aug. 1, 1945. Services Catherine Ellen “Cathy” (VanArsdale) Robinson, was born Jan. 19, 1942. Services were held April 10 at Hall-Baker Funeral Home, Plainfield. Church. Hall-Baker Funeral Home in Plainfield is will be held at a later date. Weaver & Randolph 69, passed away March 30, 2021. She was born handling the arrangements. Online condolences Funeral Home, Danville, entrusted with the Oct. 31, 1951. A private family service was held. Sharon Ann Hartman may be made at Bakerfuneralservice.com. funeral arrangements. Private services were held. Contributions may be Sharon Ann Hartman, 78, passed away April made to Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research. 3, 2021. She was born April 5, 1942. Funeral Darin Lee Ping Fay R. Jordan Darin Lee Ping, 55, passed away April 13, 2021. Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield, was services were held April 9. Hampton-Gentry Fay R. Jordan, 100, passed away April 6, 2021. He was born Sept.12, 1965. A private service was She was born March 16, 1921. Private services entrusted with arrangements. Funeral Home, Plainfield, was entrusted with arrangements. held April 16. Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, will be held April 24. Donations may be made Herbert Schortemeyer Plainfield was entrusted with arrangements. to Kingsway Christian School, Avon or Covenant Herbert Schortemeyer, 96, passed away April 16, Michael Lindsay Jenkins Christian high schools. Conkle Funeral Homes, 2021. He was born Jan. 22, 1925. Services were Michael Lindsay Jenkins, 64, passed away April Glenn Tresner Glenn Tresner, 83, passed away April 3, 2021. He Avon, was entrusted with arrangements. held April 22. Conkle Funeral Homes, Avon, was 3, 2021. He was born Aug. 6, 1956. Services were was born July 8, 1937. Services were held April 8 entrusted with arrangements. held April 8 at Conkle Funeral Home, Avon. at Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, Plainfield. April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 23 PUZZLES myhcicon.com

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EDITORIAL THUMBS UP THUMBS DOWN

Mourning The AHS World Guard won the state competition with a score of as a nation 92.6, with the Orioles taking a clean sweep of this year’s winter state A brochure from the U.S. Depart- competition for guard, drumline and ment of Veterans Affairs begins with this indoor band for the second time in about flying the American flag at half school history. staff: “An easy way to remember when to fly the United States flag at half staff is to consider when the whole nation is Main Street Plainfield recently mourning.” received an official designation It happens a lot these days. Surprise, surprise! Everyone is as an accredited Indiana Main Street In 2021 the United States has been di- organization. rected by President Joe Biden to fly the surprised but not happy to see me flag at half staff 25% of the time. That’s Milk & Honey bakery in Plainfield right, 23 out of 90 days through April By Dick Wolfsie is Dick Wolfsie, and first I want to say that I closed its doors. 1. We’ve mourned a congressman from can’t wait to see all of you again. Could you People always act surprised to see me. Florida, former First Lady Susan Bayh please call me back to confirm that you got Not happy to see me — just surprised. and several local dignitaries. my message confirming that I will be there? Hendricks County Sheriff’s This started back when I was young. I We’ve also mourned victims from an If I don’t hear from you, I’m not going to Department detectives are remember walking home from elemen- attack on the U.S. Capitol, mass shoot- bother driving all the way over there.” investigating a report of mail theft that tary school and coming in the door about ings in Boulder, Colo., Atlanta and Rock Of course, the dental office called me occurred at the end of March primarily 3 p.m. My mother would say, “Oh dear, are Hill, S.C., and the victims of COVID-19. back, but I wasn’t home. They left a mes- in Washington, Lincoln and Brown you home already?” I must have lived closer It feels like the flag bows more than it sage: “Dick, this is June at Dr. James’ office. townships. Mail has been recovered for a to school than I waves freely. Yes, yes, we expect handful of victims, and investigators will thought. In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisen- you. But, please contact with written instructions on how During the years hower established the rules for when confirm you got this to follow up on those cases. When in when I was on TV ev- During the years when a flag should be flown at half-staff. It message, which con- doubt, call non-emergency dispatch to ery morning, people I was on TV every morning, seemed appropriate at the time. It in- firms we received verify, (317) 839-8700. who ran into me at cludes 30 days for former presidents, 10 people who ran into me at your last message, the supermarket days for vice presidents, speaker of the confirming you will seemed shocked. the supermarket seemed Hendricks County Health House of Representatives and Supreme be here. We can’t wait “Dick Wolfsie! What Department held a mass Court chief justices. shocked. “Dick Wolfsie! to dig away at the are you doing here?” vaccination clinic on April 17. There are another 12 titles — includ- plaque.” I had a list of answers What are you doing here?” ing governors — that are entitled to each As you can see, this that began with eggs, having their day or days at half-staff. Then I had a list of answers that could have gone on Eight Area 31 students from bread and 2% milk. comes the clean up phrase that gives the indefinitely, so I just Avon will be inducted into the The staff at my began with eggs, bread president to make the order as he pleas- decided to show up. National Technical Honor Society on dentist’s office was and 2% milk. es for any other official or dignitary. The I walked into the of- April 29. stunned to see me president may also order a half-staff dis- fice, sat down on the the other day, but I play of the flag after “other tragic events.” couch and started can’t figure out why. Working around COVID restric- It’s too much. You could argue there flipping through pamphlets featuring horri- True, I had not been to the dentist in a year tions, the Avon High School are another hundred scenarios where fying photos of people with gum disease. due to COVID, but I made an appointment Interact Club found a way to have girls it could be appropriate to fly the flag in The receptionist finally noticed me. “Oh, if in January for late March, assuming I would shop during free periods or after school a position of bereavement, but those it isn’t Dick Wolfsie! What a nice surprise! We be vaccinated by then. in the Prom Closet for discounted should be few and far between. are always so happy to see you. Are you on Ten minutes after I made that appoint- dresses, shoes and accessories. Consider in 1954 the population was today’s schedule?” ment, I got a text asking me to confirm the 163 million. Today, the population is Right after my dental appointment, I date. Then, two weeks ago came a postcard around 331 million, more than double checked my phone, and there was already QUOTE in the mail reminding me that at 2 p.m. on the number in 1954. a text message from Dr. James’ office con- Wednesday, March 31, I was to see Dr. James For the love of country, in an era of firming my next appointment that I had just about my pearly off-whites. Then a few days such rancor and divisiveness, let’s keep made … for August. before the appointment date, I received “Never allow the the flag flying triumphantly high and When I got back to my house, I opened both an email and a text on my phone, all nod in honor of those for whom the flag the front door and there was Mary Ellen. not-so-subtle hints to be sure I arrived at flies at half staff. “Oh, it’s you again,” she said. fear of striking my scheduled time. And for good mea- After 42 years, at least there are no sur- sure, I also got a message on my answering prises. out keep you STRANGE LAW machine that morning. “Hi, this is Yolanda from Dr. James’ office. We are confirming your appointment. Could you call us back Our nation has all sorts of arcane, non- Dick Wolfsie lives in Indianapolis with from playing and let us know if we have been successful his wife of 33 years. Dick is usually in the sensical laws on the books. Each issue, in embarrassing you into not missing your we’ll share one with you … basement trying to think up something check-up?” funny to write. He can be reached at: the game!” In Pennsylvania it is illegal to sleep on top of a I returned the call, but I got their answer- [email protected]. — Babe Ruth refrigerator outdoors. ing machine, so I left a message: “Hi, this April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 25 VIEWS myhcicon.com

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Readers appreciate seeing Mallard Filmore To the editor, To the editor, Thank you for putting Mal- Thank you for including Mallard Fillmore in the ICON. lard Filmore in the ICON. It I enjoy the comic strip; it is funny, and I was very disap- deserves to be published. pointed in the Indy Star when they canceled it. Diana Virgil, Brownsburg Judy Brown, Avon

To the editor, To the editor, I was so disappointed when the In- For my 2 cents worth, and my husband, dianapolis Star deleted this strip. I so Mark, agrees, I am so glad you are publish- enjoyed the sarcasm. It is my alter ego ing Mallard Fillmore! Yes, too many publica- thought process. Thank you for stand- tions are self-limiting their freedom of press. ing up! Mallard is funny and brave. Carrie Stevens, Plainfield Deanna Hindsley, Brownsburg

To the editor, To the editor, Great to see Mallard in the ICON! I had been a I would like to thank the Icon for Indy Star subscriber for over 50 years until about including the harmless Mallard Fill- a month ago when they pulled Mallard, truly one more cartoon in their publication. of the last highlights of the Indy Star. On that What the left wing controlled same day they decided the Indianapolis Indians media is canceling if it doesn’t ex- would from here on out be called the Indianapo- actly fit their agenda is disturbing lis Baseball Team. Enough for me. I will be looking to say the least. forward to seeing Mallard in the ICON. Thanks again for Mallard. Jerry Rosner, Avon Steve Miller, Avon THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING LOCAL Hendricks County ICON is proud of our JOURNALISM community’s 2021 high school graduates. “The ICON is local media that can generate quick and on the spot information about facts happening in your county and town. It’s a good media outlet that I can rely on for accurate and interesting local news. I like reading the local articles because a lot of the times I know the people or businesses personally Show your favorite grad your love and appreciation of their milestone and can make that connection while I read. I also find ways to connect to events happening in the community. It’s like a county snapshot all in one place!“ accomplishment with an ICONic 2021 Grad-gram and photo. - Stephanie Scotten, Executive Director, Main Street Plainfield Go to myhcicon.com/gradgram to place your order with your grad’s In short order, the community has begun to respond to the Hendricks County ICON’s photo and a message of up to 50 words or call (317) 451-4088. voluntary-pay program. The ICON is extremely grateful for the donations already received in support of independent, local journalism. It’s heartening that many have donated so soon. ICON’s pledge in return is to continue providing the hyper-local news and information its AVON HIGH SCHOOL Deadline is May 21. readers require to maximize on living full lives. Mary Graduate Congrats, Mary! We are so Cost is $25 and will run Thank you for your support! proud of you. Just seems like yesterday you began your in the June 4th and The ICON is a long way from where it needs to be, but this is a wonderful, elevating start. freshman year. We know you’re June 11th editions If you are considering a donation, please understand no amount is too small. going to make great memories at Indiana University in of the ICON. Please go to myhcicon.com/iconic-investor/ to make your donation online. pursuit of your degree in Alternatively, you may mail your check to Hendricks County ICON Exercise Science! 5252 E. Main St., Avon, IN 46123 Love, mom and dad! 317.451.4088 • [email protected] <<< ACTUAL SIZE April 23, 2021 26 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com

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BROWNSBURG PARKS HENDRICKS COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION MCCLOUD NATURE CENTER ADVENTURE CAMP Lil’ Explorers (Ages 2-5) Camp begins June 15 Tuesdays 10:00am to noon or 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Explorers (Ages 6-8) Fee $12 Pathfinders (Ages 9-12) YOUNG ADVENTURERS Monday-Friday (Ages 6-12) Camp begins June 17 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Thursdays 10:00 am - noon or 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cardinal Elementary School Fee $25 Weekly Fee: $150 or $160 with payment Advance registration is required for all camps plan (includes $25 non-refundable deposit) For more information contact: [email protected] or (765) 676-5437 View weekly activities and register at brownsburgparks.com/adventure-camp/ WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP PARKS Trailblazers (Ages 12-16) AVON KID SUMMER CAMP (Ages 5-13) must have completed kindergarten Monday-Friday Monday – Friday June 1 – July 28 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Half days $20 SUMMER Cardinal Elementary School Full days $30 Weekly Fee: $155 or $165 with payment Weekly $150 plan (includes $25 non-refundable deposit) PRESCHOOL CAMP MUSIC CAMPS View weekly activities and register at Monday – Friday June 1 – July 28 brownsburgparks.com/adventure-camp/ Weekly $30 Campers will participate in a variety of un activities including organized & LESSONS Enrichment Camps (available for all games, story time, art, and nature exploration. For more information: www. ages) washingtontwpparks.org/summer-camp.html JUNE 7 – JULY 23 Activities include weekly Brightly Art Studio classes, BHS Cheer Clinic, Let’s Go WESTSIDE MUSIC ACADEMY Contact us for details Sports Day Camp, and STEM Enrichments. MUSIC CAMP and PRIVATE LESSON SEASON Fees vary per activity June 7 – July 16 Learn more and register at Contact (317) 771-3084 for details. 317-771-3084 brownsburgpaks.com/enrichment-camps/ www.westsidemusicindy.com

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JUNE 1-JULY 28 Even though we travel throughout Brownsburg Parks’ Adventure Camp is one of the Hendricks County, Adventure Camp is most active day camps in Hendricks County! With conveniently located at Cardinal weekly field trips, hands-on activities, and weekly Elementary School, 3590 Hornaday Rd. swim and park days your camper is sure to have a FUN, action-packed summer! April 23, 2021 28 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com

Exploring Hoosier 6:30-7:30 p.m. Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library, EVENTScalendar online. Zoom session with local mystery authors the wine producers: Speed City Sisters in Crime. Plainfieldlibrary.libnet.info April 28 Wednesday The grapes of Indiana White Lick Creek Greenway Ribbon Cutting Ceremony By Luke Stephenson 23 Friday 10 a.m. The White Lick Creek Greenway will officially WINE Drive-In Movie: “The Croods: A New Age” open from Northfield Drive to Arbuckle Acres Park with If you have been reading my column 8:30 p.m., Washington Township Park, 115 S. County a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The first 20 participants throughout the last year, you’ll know I love all things European Road 575 E, Avon. Drive-in movie. $5 to hold a spot, at the ceremony location south of McAlister’s Deli will when it comes to wine; however in Indiana we have some great refunded upon arrival. Prepackaged snacks provided receive gift bags. brownsburg.org producers out our back door making everything from cotton by Aldrich Pediatric Dentistry. (317) 745-0785. candy wine to serious cabs. washingtontwpparks.org 28 Wednesday Over the next three to four months I want to take us on a Hendricks County Women Connect journey through Indiana wine. Today I want to take a closer look 24 Saturday 5-7 pm., The Blanton House, 625 N. Washington St., at the grapes, next month we’ll explore the wineries and finally Walking Sticks Danville. Camishe Nunley presents, Embrace yourself — I hope to finish up with the people of Indiana wine. So, let’s dive 1-3 p.m., McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Hughes Road, be the women you were created to be. $10, includes 1 in. North Salem. Make a height-appropriate wooden hiking drink ticket and light refreshments. Register by April 26. Believe it or not, stick. Tools to personalize will be provided. $6/project. Danvillechamber.org Indiana was actually Believe it or not, Indiana was hcparks.recdesk.com the home of the first actually the home of the first 29 Thursday commercial winery in 24, 25 Saturday, Sunday Firefly Trivia Night the U.S. More than 200 commercial winery in the Midwest Motorcycle Club 38th Annual Swap Meet 6-7 p.m., Washington Township Park, Pavillion Center, years ago in 1796 Jean U.S. More than 200 years ago 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Hendricks County Fairgrounds, 1900 E. 435 Whipple Lane, Avon. Bring a phone to use Kahoot Jacque Dufour started in 1796 Jean Jacque Dufour Main St., Danville. $5, 12 and under, free. midwestmc. for the trivia platform. Pre-registration required. a small commercial started a small commercial [email protected], midwestmc.com/swap-meet washingtontwpparks.org/trivia-night.html operation in Switzer- operation in Switzerland land County, and since 24 Saturday that time Indiana has County, and since that time Earth Day Extravaganza 29 Thursday been going strong in Indiana has been going strong 12-4 p.m., Pecar Park, 5203 E. County Road 150 N., Avon. If You Give a Mouse a Pancake grape growing and in grape growing and wine Celebrate Earth Day and Pecar Park’s second birthday by 11 a.m., Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library, wine production. production. crafting with recyclables, meeting nature center animals online. Crafts and activities around the book “If You Give Today Indiana vine- and visiting booths. $2 per person or $5 per family of a Mouse a Pancake.” plainfieldlibrary.libnet.info yards don’t grow pop- four. washingtontwpparks.org ular European varieties 30 Friday most of us know (Cabernet Sauvignon, chardonnay, moscato, 24 Saturday Arbor Day Tree Giveaway etc.), and that is mainly due to the Midwest climate. Indiana gets Gardening for All Ages 5:30-6:30 p.m., Williams Park 940 S. Locust Lane, a bit too cold in winter and a bit too humid in summer. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds Brownsburg. Staff will place a free tree in each car; 100 With those challenges Hoosiers have done what we always & Conference Complex, 1900 E. Main St., Danville. trees available. brownsburgparks.com do, adapt and grow. The Hendricks County Master Gardeners’ Show will Today many Indiana plantings focus on hybrid grapes, a cross distribute free vegetable and flower seeds and trees 30 Friday and May 2 between European and Native American grapes. The state grape from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Growing Concert is traminette which is a gewürztraminer hybrid and typically my hendricksgardeners.com 7:30 p.m. Calvary United Methodist Church, 575 favorite. We also have plenty of plantings of grapes like Cataw- W. Northfield Drive, Brownsburg. The Hendricks ba, Norton and a variety of others. Most of them have high acid 25 Sunday Symphony, under the baton of Benjamin G. Del Vecchio, and a flavor that is often described as “foxy,” which means they Sunday Funday 5K will perform its Growing concert in-person and via usually are a bit better when they are off dry. 9 a.m., The Shops at Perry Crossing, 351 Marketplace livestream. Free, suggested $15 donation of. This final For those of you who are dry wine drinkers, I promise these Mile. Run/walk on a course throughout the property concert of the 2020-2021 season will feature the music wines can be great. They pair beautifully with Thai or Indian and surrounding paths. Join virtually until May 2. $35. of Handel, Mascagni, Sibelius, Wagner and Schubert. food in particular. sundayfundayrunday5k.com hendrickssymphony.org During this series, I won’t offer specific suggestions, but I sug- gest you buy and shop local as places are opening up. Be sure to 26 Monday May visit some great Indiana producers in the coming months. 2021 Legislative Breakfast 7 a.m.-10 a.m., Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1 Saturday 1900 E. Main St., Danville. Elected officials will speak Perry Crossing Tricycle Race and provide updates on issues related to the current 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Town Square Oval, The Shops at Perry Luke Stephenson, a Danville native, is a Certified Specialist of Wine and has legislative session. RSVP to janna.bolen@infarmbureau. Crossing, 2499 Perry Crossing Way, Plainfield. Free. a Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 3. Luke has traveled extensively com by April 22. Family event kicks off the month of May and celebrates and lived in Marlborough, New Zealand, for a year working in a winery and the 2021 Indianapolis 500. Multiple heats of tricycle tasting room. Currently Stephenson is the director of fine wine for Crown Tuesday races for adults and children. First come, first serve. Liquors. 27 Demystifying Mystery Writing facebook.com/events/150847070256167 April 23, 2021 Hendricks County ICON 29 HEALTH myhcicon.com

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Podcast In my daily readings about Christ and his teachings. of God’s word, I found myself in the book Regardless of any persecution or hate of 1 Peter. To give a little background on thrown at us, followers of Jesus continue on Peter’s writing: he is writing to a scattered with the calling to spread the love and hope church where many people are in hiding. of Jesus Christ. Our guest: Many people are suffering Peter tells us in 1 Peter and feeling persecution for Anne Johansson 1:16, “Be holy, because I am following and obeying the Being holy means that holy.” This short sentence Executive Director teachings of Jesus Christ. believers are to be set may not be lengthy, but it Downtown Danville Partnership I love the writings in this is full of power! Being holy first chapter of 1 Peter be- apart. We should strive means that believers are Friday, April 23 • 3 p.m. cause it’s encouraging. He to be more like Jesus to be set apart. We should myhcicon.com writes to remind followers strive to be more like Jesus of their faith and how their every day of our lives. every day of our lives. It faith in Jesus continues to means that when we feel see them through those and experience persecution we continue to dark times. He tells them that though they share, we continue to love and we continue have never seen Jesus, they still love Him, Presented by: to show grace because that’s exactly what and even though they do not see Him now, Jesus did for us. they still believe in Him. That is faith. These writings remind me of the church now. Here we are in the year 2021, and it Chad Parks is lead pastor at Second Chance seems daily that more and more people Church of the Nazarene in Plainfield. Parks pull away from Christ and the church is is also a sergeant with the Plainfield Police Hendricks County Conversations persecuted. Many of our fellow brothers Department, married to his high school with Rick Myers and Gus Pearcy and sisters in Christ are feeling persecution sweetheart Heather, and they have three and hate towards the church, and they are kids, Jordan, Nevaeh and Matéa. Visit secondcc.com for more information.

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