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Carmel | Fishers | Noblesville | Westfield News Gathering Like & Partner Follow us! HIGH: 60 LOW: 45 All county government buildings closed for non-essential business The REPORTER ment and Judicial Center, the “One of the most difficult decisions we work remotely whenev- able online or through mail, The Hamilton County Historic Courthouse, Hamil- have had to make as Commissioners was to er possible and continue click here. Commissioners have ordered ton County Parks & Recre- close down County Government for the safe- to provide core functions The governor’s direc- the county to operate under a ation Department, Hamilton ty of the public and our employees. We are online and by phone. All tive asks citizens to remain only open for essential reasons. I hope and Level Three Operations in County Health Department, pray that everyone will do their part over the public safety functions will in their homes except when response to Gover- Hamilton County High- next two weeks to make the Governor’s plan continue. The lobbies of the they are at work or for per- nor Eric Holcomb’s stay-at- way Department, Hamilton to slow this virus. I promise you that we in Sheriff's Office are closed mitted activities, such as tak- home order to prevent the County Soil & Water Con- County Government will be doing everything to the public, but if you've ing care of others, obtaining spread of the COVID-19. servation District, Hamilton in our power to keep everyone safe.” been issued a court order or necessary supplies, and for Beginning 4:30 p.m. County Weights & Mea- – County Commissioner Steve Dillinger are legally required to be at health and safety. To learn on Tuesday, March 24, all sures, and the Hamilton the jail you will be expect- more about the stay-at-home county government offices County Household Hazard- spread of COVID-19,” said ing the community to do as ed to show up. Gun permits order, click here. will be closed to in-person ous Waste Center. Hamilton County Commis- much of their county busi- are still being processed by To learn more about public activity until at least “As the Governor said, sioner Christine Altman. “To ness online, by mail, or by appointment only at (317) Covid-19 and changes to April 7. This includes the the next two weeks are crit- help in that effort, we are phone as they can.” 773-1872. For a complete Hamilton County govern- Hamilton County Govern- ical if we are to slow the closing our doors and ask- County employees will list of county services avail- ment procedures, click here. Fishers Board of Public Works Carmel City Hall votes for emergency resolution closes to the public The REPORTER virus. This directive also By LARRY LANNAN Carmel Mayor Jim helps fulfil Governor Hol- LarryInFishers.com Brainard announced that comb’s new order for Hoo- Carmel City Hall closed to siers to stay at home for a On Monday morning, the public Tues- period of not less the Fishers Board of Public day, March 24, than two weeks. Works and Safety held a vir- 2020, until fur- It is important tual meeting. Mayor Fadness ther notice. City that we continue was at City Hall, and the oth- business will the work of the er two board members, Jason continue online city in as safe a Meyer and Jeff Lantz, were resources or over way possible.” on a speaker phone for the the phone. Pub- Contractors session. City Attorney Chris lic meetings will and others con- Greisl was physically with take place under ducting work the mayor at City Hall. the guidance of Brainard with the city’s The board passed a reso- Governor Eric planning, zoning lution empowering the may- Holcomb’s Executive and engineering depart- or to take certain actions Order 20-09. ments are using CityWorks that would normally require “It is unfortunate that to submit plans for review board approval. Examples we have to take these dras- and other documents on- would be city contracts in Photo provided tic measures to protect our line. This has made this excess of $50,000 or chang- Mayor Fadness (left) and City Attorney Chris Greisl talk by speaker phone residents, businesses and transition to online working ing the hours of operation with members of the Board of Public Works and Safety. our city employees. I do conditions possible. in city parks. That doesn’t want to emphasize that only The Parks and Recre- mean the mayor is planning thority to take such action if any actions authorized by the al Board of Works session, the building is closed, the ation Department has also either one of those actions the situation requires. resolution and report back to Indiana Governor Eric business of the city contin- announced the closure of now; the resolution simply The resolution also re- the board at a later date. Holcomb issued a “stay at ues,” said Brainard. “The the Skate Park at Central gives Fadness the legal au- quires the mayor to document Shortly after the virtu- home” order. closure of the public facility Park as of Tuesday, March further supports the Execu- 24. Access to the facility is tive Orders I have issued through a common gate and regarding Staying Safe the park’s size limits the During Governor’s stay-at-home at Home, which were in- amount of social distancing tended to better reduce the order, what is essential business? spread of the COVID-19 See Carmel . . . Page 2 WISH-TV | wishtv.com On Monday, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb Noblesville Mayor issued an executive order Westfield Mayor Cook to get Hoosiers to “stay at Jensen declares local home” to help contain the spread of COVID-19. issues executive order Holcomb has ordered disaster emergency Hoosiers to stay at home ex- The REPORTER The REPORTER higher-risk segments of the cept for work or permitted On Monday, Westfield Noblesville Mayor population. activities. Essential busi- Mayor Andy Cook issued Chris Jensen announced Jensen has directed No- nesses are still permitted. an Executive Order in on Monday the declara- blesville police and fire de- The Governor defined support of Governor Eric tion of a local partments to take essential businesses as: Holcomb’s declaration of disaster emer- reasonable action • Everything on this a Public Health Emergen- gency as part of to enforce this or- U.S. Department of Home- cy for all Indiana residents a multi-faceted der with the un- land Security, Cybersecuri- as it relates the COVID-19 strategy to ad- derstanding that ty & Infrastructure Agency pandemic. dress the evolv- this is an unprec- (CISA) list The state Stay-At- ing COVID-19 edented time. • Stores that sell grocer- Home order gives local, pandemic. The “We under- ies and medicine county and state author- executive order stand this is a dif- • Food, beverage and ities broader authority to will be effective ficult time where agriculture enforce social separation starting today, Jensen business owners • Organizations that pro- recommendations from March 25. have to make vide charitable and social the State Board of Health Photo provided “Issuing a local disas- sacrifices for the greater services and Centers for Disease Mayor Andy Cook addressed the Westfield ter emergency in Nobles- good, but the long-term • Religious entities Control and Prevention community in a video update Monday ville works in conjunction health of our community • Media (CDC). regarding Governor Holcomb’s executive with Governor Holcomb’s far outweighs the short- • Gas stations and busi- “We know that social order. He urged residents to read the executive stay-at-home order and term prosperity of staying separation will be the nesses needed for transpor- order for further understanding of essential strengthens enforcement open for business,” Jensen only way we ‘flatten the tation and non-essential businesses and services. here in our city,” Jensen said. • Financial and insur- curve,’” said Cook. “The said. “I ask you only leave Grocery stores, phar- ance institutions governor’s bold step to- part.” Last weekend, Mayor your home if you work at macies and other essential • Hardware and supply day [Monday] sets the Governor Holcomb’s Cook ordered all West- an essential business, are businesses will continue stores stage for the city to do its order details essential and field city buildings closed getting necessary supplies to operate. To view a full • Critical trades part. I have asked our law non-essential business. to the public. All essential or must leave for health and list of essential business- • Mail, post, shipping, enforcement personnel Click on the following city services will continue safety purposes.” es and to view Governor logistics, delivery and pick- to help in this effort, but links to read Governor uninterrupted, but within Jensen is asking nones- Holcomb’s Directive For up services more importantly I ask Holcomb’s Executive proper social distancing sential businesses to close Hoosiers to Stay At Home, • Educational institu- our citizens to do their Order 20-08 and FAQs. guidelines. and for residents to stay visit the state’s website at tions home and avoid unneces- in.gov/gov/2384.htm. • Laundry services sary travel. This preven- Noblesville City Court • Restaurants for con- businesses and operations and shelters tries tative measure to suspend has been suspended un- sumption off-premises • Transportation • Professional services • Critical labor union in-person contact is nec- til May 2020. If you have • Supplies to work from • Home-based care and • Manufacture, distribu- functions essary to avoid spread of a hearing, please contact home services tion and supply chain for • Hotels and motels COVID-19, particularly in • Supplies for essential • Residential facilities critical products and indus- • Funeral services relation to individuals in See Jensen . . . Page 2 2 News

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Carmel Keep Your Spirit Up from Page 1 possible. Therefore, the but the department strongly “The best thing for you parks department feels the advises against its use at this and your family to do is to and Your Body Fit! safest decision for the com- time. The communal nature Stay Safe at Home,” added munity is to close the skate of the facility increases the Brainard. “I know many of park until further notice. risk of possible infection. you are struggling with job Now The public playgrounds and During these difficult losses and businesses clos- public restrooms were al- times, please be sure to ing. The state and federal ready closed to the public. stay in contact with friends governments are quickly de- Offering The Parks Department and family through social veloping financial resources also noted that because the media, video chatting and to help and we will add links source of the water at Flow- regular phone calls. There to those as they become Online ing Well Park is an artesian are resources online at the available as well. We will well, it cannot be turned off, City’s COVID-19 website. get through this together.” Classes Jensen from Page 1 for PLE the City Court at (317) well-being of residents. ents to be informed on state 776-6344 or visit However, all city buildings and federal preventative cityofnoblesville.org. All will close. The city would recommendations and ap- Members ticket payments may be like to remind the commu- preciates the sacrifices local For more information, email made online, via mail, or at nity that all permit appli- residents and businesses are the drop box. cations, forms, and online making for the benefit of The City of Nobles- bill-paying can be accessed the community. For local [email protected] ville government remains or downloaded from the resources and to stay up to operational to continue to city’s website at cityofno- date on the latest COVID-19 provide essential service blesville.org. information, visit cityofno- PrimeLifeEnrichment.org to ensure the safety and Jensen asked constitu- blesville.org/coronavirus.

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With the will be checked throughout * * * Governor’s announcement the day (with an option to For more information, Noblesville requiring us all to stay home, press 1 to be forwarded to the visit prevailinc.org. NHS Alumni Banquet canceled Riverview Health closes physician The REPORTER All reservation checks be posted in the 2021 news- offices, limiting orthopedic hours The NHS Alumni Board received, will be returned as letter. has made the decision to soon as possible. Those donations can The REPORTER Family Medicine and Ha- needing to schedule an ap- cancel the 2020 NHS Alum- The organization is be sent in a separate check In an effort to slow the zel Dell Family Care. The pointment, refill a prescrip- ni Banquet. still taking donations for to NHS Alumni, P.O. spread of COVID-19, Riv- open orthopedics offices tion or otherwise consult The board apologizes the scholarship fund and/ Box 818, Noblesville, IN erview Health has closed will be Riverview Health with their provider should for any inconvenience this or general fund. Goldstar 46061. Please include a all but three primary care Orthopedics & Sports call their physician’s of- has caused you, but your donations of $250 or more note with your check to offices and limit hours for Medicine – Carmel and fice, as phones will still be health and safety are a top and in memory donations let the NHS Alumni Board orthopedics offices. Riverview Health Ortho- answered and messages re- priority. The board hopes to help with scholarships know what your donation The three primary care pedics & Sports Medicine turned. for a great turn out for the for those graduating se- should be used for so your offices that will remain – Westfield. No walk-ins will be al- 2021 banquet to be held on niors for next year will still name can be added to the open include Noblesville Patients will be contact- lowed at any of the open April 24, 2021. be accepted. All names will 2021 newsletter. Family Medicine, Sheridan ed to reschedule. Patients offices. Community First Bank limits lobby PrimeLife temporarily closes doors The REPORTER ately. to those in need. She en- Due to the growing se- The facility will remain couraged PrimeLife En- traffic, remains open for business rious health threat of the closed at least until April 6 richment members to con- The REPORTER All CFB branches have locations, six 24/7 ATMs, coronavirus, PrimeLife En- and potentially longer. tact CICOA for additional During this time of extra temporarily closed the online banking, mobile richment has temporarily Handy also announced information. caution due to COVID-19, lobbies to walk-in traffic. app, night depository, and closed its Center, located that the Central Indiana Visit primelifeenrich- Community First Bank These branches will re- in-person appointments at 1078 Third Ave. SW in Council on Aging (CI- ment.org for more infor- (CFB) of Indiana remains main fully staffed and able by request (including new Carmel, effective immedi- COA) will deliver lunches mation. committed to the health and to assist customers during account openings, loan ap- well-being of its customers, normal business hours. pointments, etc.). employees, and surround- Banking will still be Please call (765) 236- County Parks & Rec expands closures ing communities. carried out via five drive-up 0600 with any questions. The REPORTER facility rentals are suspend- continue to be provided in The Hamilton Coun- ed through April 15. The the parks. And as before, Upcoming Noblestories presentation canceled ty Parks and Recreation duration of this action may enhanced cleaning mea- (HCPR) is closing the Cool be extended based on health sures will continue to be The REPORTER vation Hall in Noblesville, a future date once the scope Creek Nature Center lo- risks assessed at the end of taken throughout the park The Noblestories pre- has been postponed until of the outbreak has been de- cated in Cool Creek Park, this defined time period. system. sentation, sponsored by the further notice in recogni- termined and public health and the Taylor Center of At this time, Hamilton To receive ongoing Noblesville Preservation tion of the potential dangers officials are assured that Natural History and Kotee- County Parks and Recre- updates regarding HCPR Alliance (NPA) and sched- posed by the coronavirus. public gatherings are safe wi Range Sport and Target ation park grounds will park operations, the public uled for March 29 at Preser- NPA will reschedule at again. Archery Center, both locat- remain open and accessi- is encouraged to visit the ed in Strawtown Koteewi ble to the public to enjoy Hamilton County Parks and Community First Bank open house Park, until further notice. isolated recreation, which Recreation Facebook page Community First Bank’s public open house for the Noblesville Grand Opening event Additionally, as a pre- will become increasingly or call the HCPR Adminis- important during this time. trative Office at (317) 770- set for Wednesday, March 25 has been canceled. cautionary measure, all park programs, events and Maintenance services will 4400. Noblesville Redevelopment Commission cancels meeting The Noblesville Redevelopment Commission meeting originally scheduled for Thurs- Janus postpones fundraising breakfast day, March 26, 2020, been canceled. The REPORTER out by local authorities and fast will be the same as the Janus Developmental the Center for Disease Con- April breakfast, which was Services has been work- trol and Prevention. at the 502 East Event Center Carmel ing in conjunction with the With that in mind, Janus in Carmel. county health department has decided to move the Please plan to attend the and the state to plan dili- Create, Connect and Com- breakfast on Aug. 14. Feel gently for COVID-19 pro- mit Fundraising Breakfast free to RSVP to Patty Stef- Carmel Community Players tocols. Janus is committed from Friday, April 24 to Fri- fen at psteffen@janus-inc. to the safety and well-being day, Aug. 14. The breakfast org prior to July 24. of all staff and clients and is will be held from 7:30 to Thank you for your un- reschedules final two strictly following guidance 8:30 a.m. The location and derstanding and support of shows of this year’s season and recommendations set time of the Aug. 14 break- Janus. Submitted date you, our loyal patrons. time slot originally planned Hamilton North Public Library closes branches Editor’s note: Carmel The remaining two to open our 2020-21 season. The Hamilton North Public Library is closed to the public until April 16. Community Players (CCP) shows of our 2019-20 sea- We will officially start released the following in- son will be delayed as fol- our 2020-21 season in De- formation Tuesday con- lows: cember, and will announce Hamilton County BZA meetings canceled cerning the rescheduling of The Last Five Years, the full season at our Annual The Hamilton County Board of Zoning Appeals will not meet on Wednesday, March upcoming shows amid the which had been scheduled Membership meeting, which 25, 2020. Both the North District and South District meetings have been canceled. COVID-19 outbreak. to run from April 24 to May is normally held in May. Dear Patrons: 10, will shift forward to July We hope to confirm the CCP is closely following 17-26, assuming rehearsals date of our annual meet- all protocols related to con- can start up again by May/ ing in April, but this will Westfield tainment and prevention of June, for performances at depend on the status of the COVID-19, and taking ev- The Cat. COVID-19 guidelines. ery step necessary to ensure These July dates had * * * Westfield Lions Club postpones the safety of our audiences, previously been planned for Click here to make a performers and crew. The CCP’s final show of the sea- tax-deductible donation to following is an update on son: Carmel Community Players. Poker for Sight tournament CCP performances, which Shipwrecked! An Enter- For more information, call The REPORTER vital part of the club’s phil- Poker for Sight go to lions- can change at any time. If tainment! will be presented (317) 815-9387 or visit car- The Westfield Lions anthropic endeavors every poker.org. so, we will continue to up- Sept. 18-27. This was the melplayers.org. Poker for Sight Texas Hold year. For more information ‘Em Poker tournament, The drawing for the on the Westfield Lions originally scheduled for winner of the Zac Brown Club go to westfieldlions. April 17 and 18, will be Band Concert VIP tickets org. Walk Off The Earth rescheduled postponed until Friday and will also be moved to the The Westfield Lions Saturday, June 12 and 13. night of June 13 at the fi- Club will keep everyone for August 9 at the Palladium The Lions Poker for nal round of the Poker for posted on additional devel- The REPORTER musicianship and whimsi- news with its fans – “wo- Sight tournaments are the Sight Tournament. opments as time gets clos- Canadian indie-pop cal videos, is rescheduling telings” – via social media. largest fund raisers for the For more information er. Thank you all for your band Walk Off The Earth the U.S. tour in support of “In light of the ongo- Westfield group. They are a or to register for Lions support. has set a new date for its its new album, HERE WE ing public health concerns, debut at the Center for the GO! we’ve decided to move our Performing Arts – Aug. 9. The local performance upcoming Here We Go US Community First Bank limits lobby WOTE’s previously is now set for 8 p.m. Sun- leg to August,” they posted. scheduled April 17 date day, Aug. 9, at the Palladi- “We love and value each traffic, remains open for business was among the Center um, 1 Center Green, Car- and every one of you, and Presents performances can- mel. Tickets purchased for your safety and well-being The REPORTER All CFB branches have locations, six 24/7 ATMs, celed this week in response the previous date will be is of the utmost importance During this time of extra temporarily closed the online banking, mobile to new public health guide- honored, and ticket sales to us … We look forward caution due to COVID-19, lobbies to walk-in traffic. app, night depository, and lines on COVID-19. But have resumed at TheCen- to being back on the road Community First Bank These branches will re- in-person appointments the group, known for its vo- terPresents.org. soon and seeing you all this (CFB) of Indiana remains main fully staffed and able by request (including new cal harmonies, gymnastic The band shared the summer!” committed to the health and to assist customers during account openings, loan ap- well-being of its customers, normal business hours. pointments, etc.). employees, and surround- Banking will still be Please call (765) 236- Monon Community Center closes ing communities. carried out via five drive-up 0600 with any questions. The REPORTER virus-information. reation programming, aquat- The Monon Community Please note that Carmel ic programs, swim lessons, Westfield Chamber cancels three events Center is closed until further city parks remain open, and rentals, volunteer events and The REPORTER this time all events are TBD. The next meet notice. everyone is encouraged to organized events (Hamilton The Westfield Chamber of Commerce up is scheduled for April 2. The closure includes all stay active and spend time County Homeschool Hoopla, has released notices of the following can- • Coffee with the Chamber: At this Monon Community Center outdoors if possible while Summer Hiring Event, Barri- cellations: time all events are TBD. The next coffee is amenities: Fitness center, in- continuing to practice safety er-Free Theatre Performance, • "Shark Tank" Luncheon: This scheduled for April 14. door aquatics, gymnasium, measures, social distancing Swim Meet). event has been postponed until further no- The Chamber will announce updates KidZone, indoor track, group and protocols recommended In accordance with Car- tice. and changes as they occur. For more infor- fitness classes, personal by the CDC. mel Clay Schools, the before- • Westfield Young Professionals: At mation, visit westfield-chamber.org. training and private lessons. While the Monon Com- and after-school program The closure will be assessed munity Center will re-open Extended School Enrichment Westfield GOP Club postpones Congressional debate on a daily basis based on rec- as soon as conditions war- is also closed through April ommendations from public rant, the following are can- 10, including School’s Out The Westfield GOP Club has postponed the 5th District Congressional Debate. The health officials. celed through April 10, at Spring Break Camp. Club’s goal is to reschedule the debate for sometime in April. Updates will be provided. For the most up-to-date which time cancelations will During the closure, information, please visit car- be reassessed and impacted CCPR will continue to pay melclayparks.com/corona- parties will be notified: Rec- full- and part-time staff. Fishers Center for Performing Arts extends Fishers GOP Club cancels Meet & Greet The Fishers GOP Club has canceled its Meet & Greet scheduled for April 9 at the cancellations through May 11 Delaware Township Community Center. The REPORTER Presents performances. remain in operation during IKEA closing stores The Center for the Per- All ticketholders will be standard business hours. The IKEA has announced that all stores will close “temporarily,” including the facility in forming Arts is extending its contacted and provided re- Box Office and the Great previously announced sus- funds or the option to donate American Songbook Exhib- Fishers. Home delivery will continue. Pickup service will continue, and the Fishers store pension of all performances the purchase amount to the it Gallery at the Palladium will be handling pickup services. and other events on its cam- presenting organization to will be closed to the public The company gave no indication how long the shutdown of stores will last. pus through May 11. help defray costs associated through May 11, but ticket The cancellations include with the cancellations. The sales for events not affected Lobby closed at Fishers Police Department Headquarters performances by Actors Center will work to resched- by the suspension will con- The Fishers Police Department has closed the lobby of its headquarters. Please call (317) Theatre of Indiana, Carmel ule the canceled events as tinue online at TheCenter- 595-3300 to speak to Records staff and (317) 773-1282 to speak with a Fishers police officer. Symphony Orchestra, Cen- feasible. Presents.org or by phone at tral Indiana Dance Ensem- The Center will contin- (317) 843-3800. ble, Civic Theatre, Gregory ue to follow the guidance Patrons with questions or HSE School Board meeting canceled Hancock Dance Theatre and of public safety officials and concerns may contact the Pa- The Hamilton Southeastern school board has canceled its March 25 meeting. Indiana Wind Symphony, will reassess the suspension tron Services department at as well as education events, as needed. (317) 843-3800 or tickets@ rental events and Center The Center’s offices will TheCenterPresents.org. Thanks for reading The Reporter!

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This is Your Community. This is Your Bank. 4 News, Letter to the Editor & Views Prevail providing services Letter to the Editor despite temporary closure Weingarten: Postponing Submitted we will be closing the office crisis line) and our crisis line, Editor’s note: The fol- and asking all employees to 317-776-3472, will be an- election is not the answer lowing news release was work from home. If you are swered live during this time. Dear Editor: many of our norms are no longer nor- sent to The Reporter by Pre- in need of Prevail services, Please share this with Governor Holcomb postponing mal. vail, Inc. please call us! Our com- any of your friends and the election may turn out not to be the Also, the vote by mail system has To Our Community, munity is very important to family who may need to answer if the virus continues to hang shown it can provide a cost savings. In Over the past week Pre- us and we will continue to know this information. around and not leave by June 2, as some Colorado, it was found that 46 of the 64 vail staff have continued to serve those who need us. We look forward to medical professional have already stat- counties election costs decreased an av- provide limited staffing in Our business line, 317- continuing to support those ed. But this shows a total lack of plan- erage of 40 percent. It also showed that the office, while meeting 773-6942, will be available who need our services in ning and concern by many of our elect- voter turnout grew. most of the needs of our for voicemail messages that new and creative ways! ed officials on how to run an election. As a county party chair, one of the clients by phone. With the will be checked throughout * * * Weeks ago, I already asked the hardest jobs I have is finding poll work- Governor’s announcement the day (with an option to For more information, County Election office to move to 100 ers. Many are retired and I am now see- requiring us all to stay home, press 1 to be forwarded to the visit prevailinc.org. percent vote by mail. Instead, I got an- ing many saying they will not work the swers that it was impossible to do. They polls. What if we can’t have enough poll couldn’t get supplies. It would take workers by on June 2 or any other Elec- Suspect fires shots at police . . . weeks to count the ballots. tion Day? I doubt very much that commercial What would happen if every vot- printers could not print ballots overnight er in the county requested an absentee and the Post Office could get ballots de- ballot, would the county election office Two people found dead livered to every voter. collapse from the requests, or meet the Marion County, which has a much demand? I think they would find a way larger voting base, has said they are to hold the election. in Fishers apartment going to do vote by mail. They seem to If you are a registered voter in Ham- ilton County and over 65 you can re- As officers approached the try to the apartment. Once count ballots very fast. The REPORTER I also remember paper ballots and it quest an absentee ballot. The Fishers Police De- apartment building, a sus- inside, officers located an is a lot harder to electronically hack a Today, March 25, the Indiana Elec- partment is investigating pect began shooting from adult female and an adult paper ballot. tion Commission is meeting and it is be- the deaths of two adults at a second-floor apartment. male both suffering inju- Currently five states conduct all lieved they will vote to extend absentee the Britton Woods Apart- Officers immediately took ries believed to be from a elections entirely by mail: Colorado, to all. ment Complex. cover and secured the area. firearm. Both the male and Hawaii, Oregon, Washington and Utah If you want a ballot you can get Around 2:30 p.m. Mon- Emergency Response female succumbed to their – with other states allowing counties to the application online at the Hamilton day afternoon, Fishers po- Teams and Negotiators re- injuries at the scene. conduct vote by mail. All in all, 22 states County Election website or by calling lice officers were called to sponded. Attempts to es- Hamilton County Coro- have some form of vote by mail. the election office at (317) 776-8476. check the welfare of an in- tablish communication with ner John Chalfin identified It is time Hamilton County and Joe Weingarten dividual in the 13900 block the suspect were unsuccess- the deceased as Derrick Up- the entire state move to a vote by mail Chair, Hamilton County Democratic of Ashlake Lane (near 141st ful. Emergency Response shaw, 49, and Tiffany Plum- system. This pandemic has shown that Party Street and State Road 37). Team members made en- mer, 34.

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During this workers bracing for a finan- questions from the public time, I urge you to only cial hit. Indiana quickly took and health care providers. travel for essential purpos- action to cut red tape and re- This hotline cannot off med- es such as going to work, move barriers for Hoosiers ical advice or test results. Family Owned Since 1974 grocery shopping or check- so they can quickly obtain This is challenging time ing in on a loved one. For unemployment benefits to for everyone as we adjust Avon Carmel a list of frequently asked help bridge the gap in their to this evolving situation. Rockville Rd & Dan Jones 136th St & N Meridian questions about this stay- personal budgets. To learn However, I am confident Avon, IN 46123 Carmel, IN 46032 at-home order, visit in.gov/ more and to apply, visit Hoosiers will weather this 317-272-4581 317-566-8720 coronavirus. unemployment.in.gov. storm, and Indiana's leaders BEHIND THE ACROSS FROM This comes after Gov- House District 24 is are doing everything with- ernor Holcomb extend- home to many small busi- in their power to activate BP® GAS STATION ST. VINCENTS CARMEL ed Indiana's public health nesses that are critical resources and protect Hoo- Noblesville / Fishers Godby Discount Store emergency, which was economic drivers in our siers. 146th St & SR 37 130 Logan Street scheduled to expire on April community. In an effort State Rep. Donna Schai- Noblesville, IN 46060 Noblesville, IN 46060 5. This declaration opens up to provide them some re- bley (R-Carmel) represents 317-214-4321 317-565.2211 additional access to vital re- lief during this time, these House District 24, which sources for our state to help businesses are eligible for includes portions of Boone INTERSECTION of ACROSS FROM combat this virus, and it is financial assistance under and Hamilton counties. 146th St & HWY 37 FEDERAL HILL COMMONS www.GodbyHomeFurnishings.com www.ReadTheReporter.com News 5 Carmel Community Players No injuries, loss of one reschedules final two shows of this year’s season Submitted can start up again by May/ pet in Arcadia house fire Editor’s note: Carmel June, for performances at Community Players (CCP) The Cat. released the following in- These July dates had formation Tuesday con- previously been planned cerning the rescheduling of for CCP’s final show of the upcoming shows amid the season: COVID-19 outbreak. Shipwrecked! An Enter- Dear Patrons: tainment! will be presented CCP is closely follow- Sept. 18-27. This was the ing all protocols related to time slot originally planned containment and preven- to open our 2020-21 season. tion of COVID-19, and We will officially start taking every step necessary our 2020-21 season in De- to ensure the safety of our cember, and will announce audiences, performers and the full season at our An- crew. The following is an nual Membership meeting, update on CCP performanc- which is normally held in es, which can change at any May. time. If so, we will continue We hope to confirm the to update you, our loyal pa- date of our annual meet- trons. ing in April, but this will Photo provided by Jackson Township Fire depend on the status of the Jackson Township Fire was called to an early morning fire Tuesday in downtown Arcadia. Upon The remaining two shows of our 2019-20 sea- COVID-19 guidelines. arrival, crews were met with heavy smoke and fire. Occupants were awakened by the smell of smoke son will be delayed as fol- * * * and were able to alert all family members and escape outside. Unfortunately, one of the families lost lows: Click here to make a their beloved pets in the fire. Please keep both families in your prayers as they try to make sense The Last Five Years, tax-deductible donation to of this tragedy in an already difficult time. Special thanks to all the surrounding fire departments which had been scheduled Carmel Community Play- and police agencies that provided much-needed assistance: Cicero Fire, Noblesville Fire, Westfield to run from April 24 to May ers. For more information, Fire, Sheridan Fire, Cicero Township/Tipton County, Arcadia Police, Cicero Police and the Hamilton 10, will shift forward to July call (317) 815-9387 or visit County Sheriff’s Department. Red Cross was also called in to provide needed assistance. 17-26, assuming rehearsals carmelplayers.org.

AG Hill says travelers should know their rights amid COVID-19 pandemic The REPORTER senger who pur- • If a passenger Indiana Attorney Gen- chased a fully re- purchased their eral Curtis Hill has said if fundable ticket ticket through you are unsure about fol- is generally en- an online travel lowing through with your titled to a refund agency or other travel plans or are won- when they do not agent, they should dering what to do if your use the purchased contact the travel flight is impacted by the ticket to complete agent directly to COVID-19 pandemic, it their travel. obtain a refund is important to know your • When a before contacting rights. flight is not Hill the airline. Airlines have slashed canceled but a passenger If you do not receive hundreds of flights since chooses not to board, a pas- a refund from an airline, this public health crisis senger who purchased a travel agency or other enti- emerged, and the Centers non-refundable ticket is ty to which you believe you for Disease Control and generally not entitled to are entitled, you may file a Prevention (CDC) says a refund unless the airline complaint with the Office’s crowded travel settings makes a promise to provide Consumer Protection Di- such as airports may in- a refund. vision. To file a complaint, crease chances of getting • When a flight is -can click here. the coronavirus. celed, a passenger who in- For up-to-date informa- “The coronavirus out- curs incidental expenses tion about the coronavirus break has upended every such as a rental car, hotel pandemic, please visit the aspect of our lives and has room or meal due to a sig- Indiana State Department understandably caused con- nificantly delayed or - can of Health website at in.gov/ sumers to hesitate before celed flight is not entitled to coronavirus. You may also continuing with their air a refund for the incidental call the department 24/7 at travel plans,” Hill said. expenses. 1-877-826-0011. Hill said travelers should be aware of the fol- Public Notices lowing before making any You are cordially invited to the Hamilton County Plan Commission changes to their plans: Comprehensive Plan Update - township meetings • If an airline has can- Noblesville/Wayne Townships Thursday, March 26, 2020 POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE celed a flight, a passenger is Durbin Elementary School entitled to a refund from the 18000 Durbin Road Noblesville, IN 46060 airline regardless of wheth- 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. er they will be booking a White River Township Thursday, April 16, 2020 / July 23, 2020 new flight. Walnut Grove Community Center • A passenger is enti- 25587 State Road 213 Cicero, IN 46034 tled to a refund if an airline 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. makes a significant sched- Adams Township Thursday, June 25, 2020 ule change and/or signifi- Sheridan Community Center 300 East 6th Street cantly delays a flight and Sheridan, IN 46069 the passenger chooses not 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Please call our office at (317) 776-8490 if you should have any questions. to travel. RL3140 2/24/2020, 3/2/2020, 3/9/2020 • A passenger is entitled Central Indiana First Steps to a refund if they paid a Notice to families of children born between 1/1/2010 and 12/31/2011 who fee for an optional service received First Steps services in Hamilton, Hendricks, Johnson, Marion, Morgan or Tipton Counties: First Steps is required to retain the Early but were unable to use the Intervention file for five years after the child exits the program.After that time, service due to a flight can- parents or legal guardians are entitled to the file. If you would like to claim your child’s file, please contact the SPOE office before April 3, 2020.Any file not cellation, delay, schedule claimed before April 3, 2020 will be destroyed. change or situation where All requests should be relayed via phone or email to Kesha Germany at (317) 472-6154 or [email protected]. they were involuntarily de- RL3241 3/23/2020 nied boarding. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS • When a flight is not Pursuant to Indiana Code 6-1.1-20-3.1, notice is hereby given that the Board of canceled but a passenger Trustees (the “Board”) of the Hamilton East Public Library will meet at 4:15 p.m. on April 9, 2020 and at 4:15 p.m. on April 23, 2020, at Fishers Public Library, chooses not to board, a pas- Fishers, Indiana to hold public hearings. On April 9, 2020, the Board will hold a public hearing to discuss and hear objections and support regarding the following proposed two projects: (i) renovation of and improvements to Fishers Library, including site improvements Meeting Notices and the purchase of real estate, equipment and technology (the “Fishers Library Project”); and (ii) renovation of and improvements to Noblesville Library, The Noblesville Redevelopment including site improvements and the purchase of real estate, equipment and Commission meeting originally technology (the “Noblesville Library Project”, which with the Fishers Library scheduled for Thursday, March 26, Project shall collectively be referred to as the “Projects”). On April 23, 2020, 2020, has been canceled. the Board will hold a second public hearing to discuss and hear objections and support regarding the proposed Projects and will also consider the adoption of a resolution making a preliminary determination to issue bonds to finance the The Cicero Town Council will Projects, You are invited to attend and participate in the public hearings. have a special meeting at 10 a.m. Dated March 25, 2020. on Friday, March 27, 2020, at the /s/ Brian Meyer Secretary, Board of Trustees Cicero Town Hall, 70 N. Byron Hamilton East Public Library St., Cicero. RL3292 3/25/2020, 3/30/2020 Hamilton County Reporter

More News More Sports . . . and more readers! Thank you, Hamilton County! 6 Obituaries Kimberly Sue Parker Louis Allen “Al” Yankey TODAY’S BIBLE READING June 12, 1979 – March 22, 2020 June 17, 1943 – March 13, 2020 Then they cried out with a loud voice, and stopped their ears, and ran upon him with one accord, And Kimberly Sue Parker, 40, Noblesville, passed away on Louis Allen “Al” Yankey, 76, Atlanta, passed away sur- cast him out of the city, and stoned him: and the Sunday, March 22, 2020 at her home. rounded by his loving family on Friday evening, March witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man’s She was born on June 12, 1979 to 13, 2020, at Riverview Health in Noblesville. Born June Donald and Linda (Walsh) Becker in 17, 1943 in Louisville, Ky., he was the son of the late feet, whose name was Saul. And they stoned Stephen, . James and Genniel (Webb) Yankey. calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive Kim graduated from Milligan Col- Al earned his Bachelor of Business and his Masters my spirit. And he kneeled down, and cried with a lege and Emmanuel Christian Semi- of Education from Redland University in California and loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And nary and was a spiritual director. She proudly served his country with the United States Air when he had said this, he fell asleep. attended Roots of Life Community Force. church in Noblesville. Kim enjoyed There are certain people in this world who have a Acts 7:57-60 (KJV) running, yoga, gardening, and cheer- deep connection to their community and those who live ing from the sidelines at her children’s soccer matches. there. These people help when it is needed and take pride Sharron Lee Spangler She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Andrew in knowing their actions may have made a difference in Parker; parents, Donald and Linda Becker; daughters, someone’s life. Al was one of those people. He was a Ser- July 2, 1946 – March 20, 2020 Cora Parker and Molly Parker; sisters, Carrie (Branden) geant with the Los Angeles Police Department, retiring Ashburn and Kelly (Matthew) Hessel; and her grand- after 25 years of dedicated service. During those years Sharron Lee Spangler, 73, Noblesville, passed away mother, Mary Jo Becker. he saw quite a bit, which made for some great memories on Friday, March 20, 2020 at Harbour A celebration of life will be held at a later date. The and even better stories. Two of his more high-profile as- Manor Care Center in Noblesville. Parker family has entrusted Randall & Roberts Funeral signments were working the 1984 Olympic Games, and She was born on July 2, 1946 to the Homes with Kim’s care. his very last assignment, providing security for the O.J. late Arthur and Gladys Stroud in Day- Memorial contributions may be made to Roots of Life Simpson trial. After retiring from the L.A.P.D. he worked ton, Ohio. Community church (rolcommunity.com); or Inheritance as a private investigator. His love of politics eventually led Sharron worked for JP Morgan of Hope (inheritanceofhope.org); or Shalem Institute for him to serve his community as a Chino City Councilman Chase and was a member of Green Spiritual Formation (shalem.org). for eight years. He was also a Chino High School Sports Valley Church of God in Noblesville. Condolences: randallroberts.com Booster for many years. She is survived by her sons, Ken- While the kids were growing up, 4-H and FFA were true neth and Kevin; seven grandchildren; family affairs. He was always heavily involved in what- and four great-grandchildren. Barbara Jean Hamblin ever projects were going on at the time. Al, also known No services are planned. Sharron’s care has been en- October 20, 1940 – March 23, 2020 to his friends and neighbors as the mule man, or simply trusted to Randall and Roberts Funeral Homes. cowboy, was fortunate to have some land where he could Thanks to the Harbour Manor staff who cared for Shar- Barbara Jean Hamblin, 79, Noblesville, passed away raise his chickens and mules. Knowing that not everybody ron, and a special thanks to all of Sharron’s close friends on Monday, March 23, 2020 at her involved in the activity was as fortunate, he always made and church members who loved her and prayed for her home. She was born on October 20, sure there was enough room at his farm for other 4-H’ers’ these several years. 1940 to Orville and Helen (Nagle) show animals to stay. Al had a love and appreciation for Condolences: randallroberts.com Case in Zionsville. horses as well. Barb was a seamstress for over 30 Al enjoyed traveling and never missed an opportunity years and loved to sew. She enjoyed to go on one of his legendary fishing trips with his buddies. camping and tending to her flower He also never missed a chance to go see his grandkids. He garden. Most of all, Barb loved spend- eventually made the move to Indiana to be closer to them, ing time with her granddaughters and and they were glad when Ye-Ye became a Hoosier. Not great-grandsons. long after his move, he started taking classes in American 1621 E. Greyhound Pass She is survived by her husband of 63 years in May, Sign Language and later became involved with the Deaf Carmel, IN 46032 Howard Hamblin; sons, Douglas Dean (Barbara Jane) School as both a volunteer and as an interpreter. Al loved (317) 587-2001 Hamblin and Daniel Lee (Christine) Hamblin; sister, Betty the opportunity to continue serving people and was grateful Miller; brother, John Orville Case; granddaughters, Heath- Donna www.bussellfamilyfunerals.com that he was able to better communicate with close friends. Bussell er Ann (Jeffrey) Pierce and Haley Marie Hamblin; and Al is survived by his son, Jeff Yankey (Lisa), Nobles- great-grandsons, Matthew Carter and Mason Charles. ville; daughter, Tracy Master (Michael), Auburn, Calif.; In addition to her parents, Barb was preceded in death three grandchildren, Ronan, Fiona and Annika Yankey, all by her sister, Anna May Opperman. of Noblesville; and two brothers, Melvin Yankey, Lebanon Private graveside services will be held at Oaklawn Me- Junction, Ky., and William Yankey, Tallassee, Ala. morial Gardens in Indianapolis. A celebration of her life He was preceded in death by his parents; and by the will be announced at a later date. love of his life, Connie Lee (Crowson) Yankey, on April The Hamblin family has entrusted Randall & Roberts 16, 2009. She and Al were married on her birthday, Octo- Funeral Homes with Barb’s care. ber 9, 1966. Condolences: randallroberts.com A gathering of family and friends is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be Paul Poteet . . . made to the Sheridan Youth Assistance Program, 24185 Hinesley Road, Sheridan, IN 46069 Your Hometown Arrangements have been entrusted to Kercheval Fu- neral Home in Sheridan. Thanks for reading! Weatherman! 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"B" team reaches 1A state final... HSE Hockey's "A" team wins Class 4A state championship By RICHIE HALL Hamilton Southeastern hockey fans had two reasons to cheer on Saturday, March 7. The HSE Hockey Club had two teams in the Indiana State High School Hockey Association state championship games that day. Southeastern qualified its “A” team into the Class 4A final, while HSE’s “B” team made it to the 1A final. The HSE “A” team won the champi- onship of Class 4A, beating St. Joseph 1-0. The “B” team fell to Lake Central White 3-2, but it was, as Southeastern hockey coach Adrian Render said, a “huge accomplishment” to get there. Winning the championship was a major accomplishment for the HSE “A” team as well, especially the way it won. Southeastern was one of eight teams in Class 4A that made the playdown round, which took place Feb. 28 to March 1 at the Ice Box Skating Rink in South Bend. Seeded sixth, HSE won all three games in the double-elimination tournament, beat- ing Lakeshore-St. Joe 3-2, Penn 3-1 and Zionsville 3-1. “Our boys came together and we just marched right through it. We were firing on cylinders,” said Render. That sent Southeastern to the cham- pionship game the following Saturday at the Midwest Training & Ice Center in Dyer. It was a hard-fought game, with neither team scoring until late in the third period. Andy Grasso scored HSE’s win- ning goal from Cameron Theobald. Photo provided “The championship game was all The Hamilton Southeastern Hockey Club's "A" team won the Indiana State High School Hockey Association's the way down to the wire,” said Render. Class 4A state championship game on Saturday, March 7. The HSE "A" team beat St. Joseph 1-0. Southeastern's “Both teams battled very hard.” "B" team also reached the 1A state championship game. Render said the St. Joseph team is “a good hockey club and we got our bounce go-ahead goals in the playdown games. Render said the HSE “B” team is Fischer, Andy Grasso, Aden Hai- at the right time with about 3:31 left in Everyone did their job and did their part more of a development team, made up of gerty, Gavin Johnson, Logan Kin- the third period. It was a back and forth to win this title.” younger players. The “A” team features canon, Ethan Kreider, Aidan Miller, game all the way through.” Southeastern finished its season 27- players that have played at high levels Liam Peters, Nicholas Reynolds, Southeastern goaltender Ethan 23-4, playing a difficult schedule. The and is mostly made up of underclassment. Zachary Rogers, Sullivan Schena, Krreider saved 44 St. Joseph shots, which HSE “A” team takes on Indiana teams “We put a lot of emphasis on winning Max Severs, Colin Stewart, Camer- Render said was a “pretty high” number. like Carmel and Culver Academies, in and teamwork and building,” said Ren- on Theobald. Usually HSE gives up 20 to 25 shots in addition to squads from Missouri and the der. The “B” team is designed to develop “B” Team: Bardia Asadi, Eli Buck, a game. Chicago area. Southeastern also plays the younger players “so they can step into Nicholas Burke, Wyatt Carter, Bren- “Both teams were just buzzing around in the Hoosier League Championship, the role of the ‘A’ team when we graduate ner Christianson, Benjamin Cowan, the net,” said Render. where it takes on schools such as Carmel our seniors,” said the coach. Alexander Dean, Matthew Fischer, The coach said his team came togeth- Gold, Brebeuf and Zionsville. Preston Franklin, David Heise, Lo- er, and that teamwork resulted in the state In the 1A playdown games, the HSE HSE HOCKEY CLUB ROSTER gan Kincanon, Colton Lyons, William title win. “B” team beat South Stars White 5-0 in “A” Team: Dane Baker, Eric Mulvihill, Trevor Peevers, Cory Pruz- “We had no real one guy that stood its first game, but lost to Lake Central Bocko, Samuel Carter, Grant in, Hudson Reeve, Bauer Rhodes, White 3-1 in its second game. Southeast- out,” said Render. “It was a great team Compton, Benjamin Cowan, Josh- Zachary Rogers, Maxwell Sharp, ern took care of Penn JV 4-1 in order to effort. Dane Baker, he scored two of our ua Deeter, Keaton Demlow, David Frank Thomas IV. clinch a spot in the championship game. DeSplinter, Ty DeSplinter, Matthew One of six girls coaches from across the state... Fishers' Votaw chosen as Coach of the Year Fishers girls coach Lauren 51-24 in three seasons as a varsity coach, assistant in 2008-09. She moved to Fish- Year is a huge honor. I have the utmost Votaw was one six Indiana high school following 13-12 and 15-10 marks in her ers a year later, serving as a Tigers' assis- respect for each coach in our Conference, girls basketball coaches that were chosen first two seasons. Votaw is a 2004 grad- tant for eight seasons before being named which is arguably the toughest top to as 2020 Bob King Coaches of the Year uate of Greenfield-Central High School, the program's head coach. bottom conference in the State. Similar- by their peers in the Indiana Basketball where she competed in basketball, vol- “First and foremost, neither of these ly, Central Indiana boasts so many elite Coaches Association, it was announced leyball, and track. She played awards would have been earned had it not coaches and teams. The District 2 Coach on Monday. four years of basketball at Anderson Uni- been for an exceptional group of coaches of The Year Award was truly a surprise Votaw is cited after leading Fishers versity, where she earned a bachelor's de- on our staff and the phenomenal young and very humbling.” to a 23-2 ledger that included champion- gree in 2008. She later received a master's ladies in our program,” said Votaw. “To Brandon Appleton of Angola, Adam ships in the Hoosier Crossroads Confer- degree from Ball State in 2013. Votaw be- be selected by my peers in the Hoosier Yoder of NorthWood, Kathie Layden of ence and Westfield Sectional. Votaw is gan her coaching career as a Noblesville Crossroads Conference as Coach of the Northwestern, Jerry Hickey of Salem and Brian Smith of Loogootee were also selected as honorees for the 2019-2020 season through voting that occurred from late January through early March, IBCA executive director Steve Witty said. Honors are awarded according to IH- SAA district boundaries, and two coach- es from each district are recipients – Ap- pleton and Yoder in District 1; Layden and Votaw in District 2; and Hickey and Smith in District 3. See Votaw . . . Page 8 Field set for NHS Boys Basketball Holiday Tourney The field is set for the 2020 Nobles- ville Boys Basketball Holiday Tourney. The Millers will host returning schools Crown Point, Chesterton, Northridge and Columbus North. Lawrence Central re- turns after a one-year absence, while Nor- well and Roncalli will play in the tourna- ment for the first time. 8 Sports Boys Coaches of the Year announced Six Indiana high school boys basket- Davidson is cited after leading Fort Gooden is recognized after guiding titles from 2009-13. Hawkins is a 1998 ball coaches have been chosen as 2020 Wayne Blackhawk Christian to a 23-3 Lawrence Central to a 22-3 campaign graduate of Forest Park, where he played Bob King Coaches of the Year by their season that included championships of that included the championship of the basketball and was the team's mental at- peers in the Indiana Basketball Coaches the Noblesville Holiday Tournament and Raymond James Hall of Fame Classic titude award winner. He went on to the Association, it was announced Tuesday. the Manchester Sectional. In seven sea- and a co-championship of the Metropol- University of Southern Indiana, earning David McCollough of Shenandoah, sons with the Braves, Davidson's teams itan Interscholastic Conference. In 32 his bachelor's degree in 2004. Hawkins Marc Davidson of Fort Wayne Black- have compiled a 146-47 record with six seasons as a boys' varsity coach, Gooden began his coaching career as an assis- hawk Christian, Marc Urban of Ches- sectional titles, two regional crowns, one has a 492-273 record, including a 100- tant at Forest Park. He previously was terton, Al Gooden of Lawrence Central, semi-state title and one state champi- 45 ledger in six seasons with the Bears. an IBCA District 3 Coach of the Year in Nate Hawkins of Heritage Hills and Ken- onship. In 14 seasons as a boys' varsity His resume includes a 17-24 mark in 2011. dall Wildey of South Decatur have been coach, he has a 231-117 ledger. David- two years at Heritage (1987-89), a 321- Wildey is honored after guiding South selected as honorees for the 2019-2020 son previously coached three seasons at 206 mark in 21 seasons at Fort Wayne Decatur to a 24-2 season that included season. Macomb Christian (Mich.), two seasons Harding (1989-2011) and a 54-14 mark championships in the Edinburgh Holiday Honors are awarded according to IH- at Trinity International University in Illi- in three seasons at New Haven (2011-14). Tournament, the Mid-Hoosier Confer- SAA district boundaries, and two coaches nois, one season at Aurora Christian (Ill.), Overall, his teams have won 12 section- ence and the North Decatur Sectional. from each district are recipients – David- two seasons at Dominican Christian (Va.) als, six regionals, five semi-states and the Wildey is 35-39 in three seasons at South son and Urban in District 1; Gooden and and two seasons at Lakewood Park Chris- Class 2A state crown in 2001. Gooden is Decatur, and he has a 203-165 record in McCollough in District 2; and Hawkins tian. Davidson is a 1991 graduate of Au- a 1977 graduate of Fort Wayne Wayne, 16 seasons as a varsity basketball coach. and Wildey in District 3. rora Christian, a 1995 graduate of Trinity where he played basketball and football. That includes a 40-24 slate in three sea- McCollough is cited after directing International University and played pro- He went on to Ball State, where he earned sons at Waldron (1987-90), a 3-18 mark Shenandoah to a 23-2 season that includ- fessional basketball in Europe from 1995 his bachelor's degree in 1981, played bas- in one season at Rushville (1990-91) and ed championships of the Henry County through 2006. ketball for four seasons and was part of a 125-84 ledger with five sectionals and Tournament, the Mid-Eastern Conference Urban is honored after directing Ches- the Cardinals' 1981 NCAA Tournament one regional in nine seasons at Jennings and the Hagerstown Sectional. McCol- terton to a 23-3 season and the Duneland squad. Gooden was an Indiana All-Star County (1991-2000). WIldey is a 1980 lough is 111-17 in five seasons at Shenan- Conference championship at 7-0. In four assistant coach in 2005, an IBCA District graduate of Jennings County, where he doah, including four sectional titles and seasons at Chesterton, Urban's teams 1 Coach of the Year in 2012 and Marion played basketball, and football. one regional crown. He is 576-250 in 36 have compiled a 79-23 record and won County Coach of the Year in 2019. He went on to play basketball and base- seasons as a varsity coach with 12 sec- a sectional championship in 2019. Ur- Hawkins is recognized after leading ball at Glen Oaks (Mich.) Community tional, two regional and 13 conference ban is a 2001 graduate of Lake Central Heritage Hills to a 22-3 season that in- College as well as baseball at West Vir- championships at three schools. McCo- High School, where he played basketball cluded championships of the Pocket Ath- ginia University and Georgetown (Ky.) llough's teams won 157 games and five and football. He matriculated to Indiana letic Conference and the Boonville Sec- College. He earned his bachelor's degree sectionals in 11 seasons at North Judson State, where he served as a men's bas- tional. In eight seasons as a varsity coach, from Georgetown College in 1985 and (1983-94). His teams added 308 victories ketball manager for Royce Waltman and Hawkins' teams have posted a 143-44 a master's degree from IU-Southeast in with three sectional titles and a region- graduated in 2006. Urban began coach- record with five PAC championships, 1994. Wildey, previously executive di- al crown in 20 seasons at Noblesville. ing as a boys' assistant at Lake Central. four sectional titles and two regional rector of the Hoosier Basketball Coaches McCollough, a Manchester and Indiana He then became the Lake Central girls' crowns in four seasons. That includes a Association and currently the superin- University graduate, has been an IBCA coach, guiding the team to an 80-17 re- 79-18 mark with three league titles and tendent of Columbus Christian School, district Coach of the Year on three previ- cord over four seasons with two DAC one sectional trophy at Heritage Hills. He was inducted into the Jennings County ous occasions (1997, 2007 and 2016). He titles (2015, 2016) and two sectional ti- also previously directed Forest Park to a Alumni Hall of Fame in 2012 and into the also was head coach for the 2000 Indiana tles (2013, 2015). He was voted an IBCA 66-22 record with two conference titles, HBCA Hall of Excellence in 2015. All-Star Team. girls District 1 Coach of the Year in 2015. three sectional crowns and two regional VOTAW from Page 7 Here is information about the other varsity coach, Yoder's teams are 108-48 20 seasons a varsity coach, Layden has as a boys' assistant in 2009-10. He took girls' Coach of the Year honorees. with two NLC championships. He previ- a 336-149 record with eight sectionals, over the Salem girls' program in 2013-14. Appleton is recognized after leading ously was a NorthWood girls' basketball six regionals, six semi-state and five state Smith is recognized after guiding Angola to a 21-3 season that included a assistant for six years. Yoder is a 1998 crowns. Layden is a 1994 graduate of Loogootee to a 27-2 campaign that in- 10-0 slate in the Northeast Corner Con- graduate of Bremen High School, where Taylor High School, where she played cluded the Class A state championship. ference. In six seasons with the Hornets, he competed in basketball, football and basketball, and . She Along the way, his Lions also won the Appleton's teams have compiled a 111-40 . He earned his bachelor's degree from was a four-year basketball player and Blue Chip Conference, the North Daviess record, including a sectional title in 2019. IU-South Bend in 2003 and a master's de- one-year tennis athlete at the University Sectional, the West Washington Regional Appleton is a 2001 graduate of Peru High gree from Olivet Nazarene in 2008. Yod- of Evansville, where she earned a bache- and the Jasper Semi-State. In five seasons School, where he set school records in as- er began his basketball coaching career in lor's degree in 1998. Layden was an assis- with the Loogootee girls, Smith's teams sists for the Tigers. He played basketball 1999 at Bremen as a boys assistant coach. tant coach for one season at Tri-Central, are 90-32. Smith is a 1991 graduate of for four seasons at Tri-State (now Trine) He also has been an assistant football then became the school's head coach for White River Valley High School, where University, earning a bachelor's degree in coach at Bremen and NorthWood as well 11 seasons with a 171-90 record and three he competed in basketball and cross coun- 2006. He earned a master's degree from as boys track, girls track and girls golf at Class A state titles. She coached West- try. He went on to Indiana State, where Marian University in 2011. He previous- NorthWood. ern to an 11-10 mark in 2010-11, then he earned his bachelor's degree in 1997. ly was a boys' assistant at Indianapolis Layden is honored after directing took over the Northwestern girls for the Smith began his coaching career in 1999 Scecina and Angola before becoming the Northwestern to a 29-1 effort that in- 2012-13 season. Layden previously was as a boys' basketball assistant at WRV. He head coach for the Angola girls in 2014- cluded a Class 4A state runner-up finish an IBCA District 2 Coach of the Year in became the boys' basketball varsity coach 15. as well as championships in the Subway/ 2017. at Shoals in 2007, guiding the Jug Rox to Yoder is cited after guiding North- Columbus North Invitational, Hoosier Hickey is honored after directing Sa- a 36-90 record in six seasons. He became Wood to a 28-3 campaign that included Conference, the Logansport Sectional, lem to a 25-4 season that included champi- the Loogootee girls' coach in the 2015-16 the Class 3A state championship. Earli- the Marion Regional and the LaPorte onships of the Mid-Southern Conference, season. er, the Black Swish won the Northridge Semi-State. In eight seasons at North- Charlestown Sectional, Charlestown Re- These six coaches will receive Bankers' Classic, the Northern Lakes western, Layden has compiled a 154-49 gional and Jeffersonville Semi-State en plaques as an IBCA District Coach of the Conference, the Lakeland Sectional, the record with four sectional titles, three re- route to a Class 3A state runner-up fin- Year during the 2020 IBCA Clinic, which Jimtown Regional and the LaPorte Semi- gional crowns, three semi-state trophies ish. In seven seasons with the Lions, his now is to be held on dates to be deter- State. In six seasons as the NorthWood and Class 3A titles in 2018 and 2019. In teams are 117-62 with two conference ti- mined following its postponement from tles, four sectional trophies, two regional original April 24-25 dates because of the crowns and one semi-state title. In eight COVID-19 pandemic. For more informa- seasons as a girls varsity coach, including tion about the IBCA Clinic, go to www. one year at Beaufort (S.C.), he has a 136- ibcacoaches.com. 67 record. Hickey is a 1993 graduate of The Coach of the Year award is named Brashear High School in Missouri, where for the late Bob King, the IBCA execu- he competed in basketball, baseball and tive director from 1984-94. King was a track. He is a 2001 graduate of Indiana Lebanon native who coached at Sacred University and began his teaching career Heart and Shortridge high schools in In- at Brown County High School, serving dianapolis before serving as an assistant as a boys basketball assistant and varsity basketball coach at Purdue and later an baseball coach. He coached the Beaufort assistant and associate athletic director at girls in 2008-09 before moving to Salem Purdue.