It could take time for Nickel Plate trains to be back

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1 Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Sheridan, Noblesville, Cicero, Arcadia, Atlanta, Carmel, Fishers, Westfield Vol. 3, No. 207 TODAY S WEATHER A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 An 80 percent chance of showers, and possibly a thunderstorm, after 8 HIGH: 73 LOW: 54 It could take time for Nickel Plate trains to be back By FRED SWIFT Why is it taking so long to get Indiana T r a n s p o r t a t i o n Museum trains back on the tracks? That is the question being asked by many folks along the Nickel Plate line. The railroad, now owned by the Hoosier Heritage Port Authority, runs the length of Hamilton County from Fishers to Atlanta and is a tourist attraction for the county and the communities through which is passes. But, seven months ago all train traffic stopped after several museum volunteers blew the whistle on alleged safety problems New Noblesville Parks programs begin next week with the tracks or operators of the trains. The port authority quickly suspended the museum's use of the railroad and began an investigation of safety measures and personnel qualifications. Since then museum officials "have submitted to the port authority all the requested documentation," according to museum board chairman Jeffrey Kehler. Kehler outlined his position in a letter to the "customers, volunteers and stakeholders" earlier this month. He pointed out that the inability to use the railroad means no revenue for museum operations. In the meantime the port authority has hired a consultant to inspect the tracks and bridges. A report is expected in the next few days. But, if major repairs to the rail line are recommended the cost may be prohibitive. The port authority says its main objective is safety for railroad passengers. The transportation museum organization is the only user of the historic Nickel Plate which traces its beginnings to 1851 and was responsible for a great deal of 19th and early 20th century development of the central core of the county. The long-standing arrangement between the museum and port authority provides there will be no charge for use of the tracks if the museum maintains the rails, rail bed, bridges, etc. Kehler says the port authority "has shown some sympathy" and will seek funding on the museum's behalf for any repairs needed. This could take time. So, it appears there will not be trains running in the near future. And, if funding for any needed work is not forthcoming, the future appears grim for the popular train rides provided by the transportation museum over the past 25 years. A recording on museum's office phone at Forest Park says "the museum site is closed for the season." We in the immediate area may not always appreciate the preservation of train travel and the work of the transportation museum. In most communities the railroads have shut down and the rails removed. Hopefully repair costs on the Nickel Plate will not be overwhelming and next season will bring a full schedule of excursion trains which are such a unique attraction for not only Noblesville, but all of Hamilton County. The Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department will begin offering a variety of new programs starting Monday, October 24. Topics range from STEM, personal safety, nutrition, theater and nature and are brand new offerings from the parks office. "We are excited to be adding to our inventory of programming and even more thrilled to provide further offerings as we see the community surveys come in. Our goal is to provide experience and activities that residents and families are looking for," Recreation Director Nichole Haberlin said. New programs beginning next week include: LEGO League Lego League will focus on using challenge base learning to encourage an interest in science and engineering by building with Lego elements. The handson program is meant to capture the participant's curiosity and direct it towards improving the world around them. Ages :30 to 6:15 Wednesdays, Oct. 26 through Nov. 16 Ages :30 to 7:15 Wednesdays, Oct. 26 through Nov. 16. Location: Forest Park Lodge Basement Cost: $40 (Resident)/$46 (Nonresident) Understanding & Responding to Predator Behavior This class is taught by current full time law enforcement officers who also have years of martial arts and tactical training. Our experience gives us knowledge of how human predators behave, as well as, the real world experience to know what works in dealing with those predators. By attending this class, students will understand how predators select their victims, how they are able to get close enough to attack and how they use human nature against you. You will then be shown how to launch a physical response to ensure your safety. With company representatives, Congresswoman Susan Brooks, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness, local officials, and community leaders on hand, IKEA, the world s leading home furnishings retailer, today officially broke ground for its future Indianapolis-area store that is slated to open Fall 2017 in Fishers. Until the store opens, customers can shop at the Cincinnati-area store in West Chester, OH; Chicagoarea IKEA Bolingbrook and IKEA Schaumburg; or online at IKEA-USA.com. The 289,000-square-foot future IKEA Fishers and its 1,000 parking spaces will be built on 35 acres along the eastern side of Interstate 69, just south of the E. 116th Street exit, approximately 15 miles northeast of downtown Indianapolis. IKEA has contracted with Pepper Construction to build the project, and store plans reflect the same unique architectural design for which IKEA stores are known worldwide. In addition, IKEA will evaluate potential on-site power generation to complement its current U.S. goal of a renewable energy presence at nearly 90 percent of its U.S. locations. This location will help bring the unique IKEA family-friendly shopping experience closer to many Indianapolis-area customers who currently can shop only at IKEA stores elsewhere or online, said Lars Petersson, IKEA U.S. president. The store also will attract new customers from throughout Indiana who value good design, good function and affordable prices, but have not had a chance yet to shop at IKEA. IKEA Fishers will feature nearly 10,000 exclusively designed items, 50 inspirational room-settings, three model home interiors, a supervised children s play area, and a 325-seat restaurant serving Swedish specialties such as meatballs with lingonberries and Photo provided Company representatives and local leaders helped to break ground on IKEA s future store in Fishers. The 289,000-square foot store is scheduled to open in Fall A rendering of the completed building appears on Page 5. IKEA breaks ground in Fishers salmon plates, as well as American dishes. Other family-friendly features include a Children s IKEA area in the Showroom, baby care rooms, play areas throughout the store, and preferred parking. In addition to the more than 500 jobs that are expected to be created during the construction phase, approximately 250 coworkers will join the IKEA family when the new store opens. IKEA Fishers also will provide significant annual sales and property tax revenue for state and local governments and schools. Candidates interested in working at this employer of choice can begin applying online Spring 2017 at IKEA-USA.com for diverse positions available in home furnishings sales, interior decoration, customer service, safety and security, cashiers, maintenance, goods flow, receiving, warehouse and stock replenishment. Among its total coworkers, IKEA Fishers also will offer more than 50 food service opportunities in its Restaurant, Swedish Foodmarket, Café Bistro and coworker cafeteria. Since its 1943 founding in Sweden, IKEA has offered home furnishings of good design and function at low prices so the majority of people can afford them. There are currently more than 380 IKEA stores in 48 countries, including 42 in the U.S. IKEA has been included in rankings of Best Companies to Work For and, as further investment in its coworkers, has raised its own minimum wage twice in two years. IKEA incorporates sustainability into day-to-day business and supports initiatives that benefit children and the environment. For more information or IKEAUSA on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Pinterest.

2 2 News Saturday is International Stuttering Awareness Day Oct. 22 is International Stuttering Awareness Day. Did you know that 70 million people worldwide stutter--more than the population of France? For nearly 70 years, the Stuttering Foundation has offered free information about stuttering and its treatment. To mark this year s awareness day, we ve compiled information for all ages from speech-language pathologists around the world who specialize in the treatment of stuttering. This invaluable info can be found at We hope to reach everyone with accurate and informed information about stuttering. Sincerely, Jane Fraser, president The Stuttering Foundation Temporary closure of southbound ramp to Keystone Parkway this weekend Construction contractors plan to close the southbound U.S. 31 ramp to southbound Keystone Parkway this weekend for paving. The closure is scheduled to begin on Friday, Oct. 21 at 8, and the ramp is expected to be open before 6 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 24. Construction schedules are subject to change, and work may be postponed by rain. During the closure, dynamic message signs will direct motorists to continue south on U.S. 31 and take eastbound I-465 to access Keystone Parkway/Avenue at Exit 33. Drivers may encounter construction workers on the ramp during daylight hours this week as they prepare for the weekend work. When approaching highway construction zones, please avoid distractions, reduce speed, increase following distance, heed work zone signs, and watch for workers and slowed traffic ahead. PARKS From Page 1 11 a.m. to noon Oct 29 Location: Recreation Annex in Ivy Tech Community College (Gate 18) Cost: $25(Resident)/$29 (Non-resident) Musical Theater & Jazz This class uses popular Broadway tunes and appropriate choreography to enhance every dancer. Great for the middle school and young high school student hoping to join show choir or future performing, basic acting while dancing. *There is no class on Monday, Oct. 31 for Halloween. Ages :30 to 6:15 Mondays, Oct. 24 through Nov. 21 Ages :15 to 7 Mondays, Oct. 24 through Nov. 21. Location: Ivy Tech Community College Auditorium (Gate 10) Price: $40 (Resident)/$46 (Nonresident) Simple Nutrition: Simple Action Tired of not having enough energy to keep up with the kids or be productive at work? Confused with all the conflicting nutrition information out there? Then this class is for you. We simplify the confusion and give you simple, actionable steps to set you up for the health & vitality you want to have. Ages: 13 and up 6:30 to 7:30 Mondays, Oct. 24 through Nov. 14 & Nov. 28 to Dec. 19 Location: Classroom in Ivy Tech Community College (Gate 18) Cost: $45 (Resident)/$52 (Non-resident) Power Lunch Get your lunch circuit training with a nutritionist. Locker rooms with the ability to shower are available at the facility. This program is available in 30, 45 and 1 hour sessions. Ages: 15 and up * 30 Minute Class - 12:15 to 12:45 Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 24 through Nov. 16. Cost: $35 (Resident)/$41 (Non-resident) * 45 Minute Class - 12:15 to 1 Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 24 through Nov. 16. Cost: $42 (Resident)/$49 (Non-resident) * 60 Minute Class - 12:15 to 1:15 Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 24 through Nov. 16. Cost: $48 (Resident)/$56 (Non-resident) Location: Recreation Annex in Ivy Tech Community College The parks department also is offering two nature programs for younger children. Children play, explore, and have fun studying animals and nature. Games, songs, and crafts reinforce learning activities about our environment. Programs include: Exploring Nature Ages: 6-9 5:15 to 6:45 Tuesdays, Oct. 25 through Nov. 15. The Lodge at Forest Park Basement Cost: $40 (Resident)/$46 (Non-resident) My First Nature Adventure Ages: 2½-6 9:15 to 10:45 a.m. Fridays, Oct. 28 through Nov. 18 The Lodge at Forest Park Basement Cost: $40 (Resident)/$46 (Non-resident) Hamilton County Reporter Hamilton County s Hometown Newspaper

3 Obituaries 3 John Fredrick Fred Showalter January 10, October 15, 2016 John Fredrick "Fred" Showalter, 69, of Fishers, passed away on the afternoon of Saturday, October 15, 2016 at St. Vincent Hospice in Indianapolis. He was born on January 10, 1947 to the late Harvey and Henrietta (Rider) Showalter in Indianapolis, Indiana. Fred was a 1966 graduate of Southport High School, and received an Associate s degree from the College of DuPage in Chicago. He retired in 2006, after working for 18 years as a skilled tradesman for the Chrysler Corporation. Fred attended Promise Church in Fishers and was a former member of United Auto Workers. He was currently a member of Autocycles of Marion as well as the NRA. He enjoyed working on his PULSE (a ground-cruising recreational vehicle built on a motorcycle frame) and woodworking. His illness prevented him from finishing the clocks that he was in the process of making for each of his grandchildren. Fred loved to spend time with his family, and especially enjoyed fishing with his grandchildren. He was a friend to everyone and his wit and personality will be missed by all who knew him. Fred is survived by his wife, Judy A. (Johnson) Showalter; daughter, Nadine Patrick; son, Michael (Ann Marie) Showalter; five grandchildren, Lilly & Jack Patrick, and Katherine, Emily, & William Showalter; sisters, Mary Alice (Dale) Smith, and Marcia (Tom) Stiens; brothers, Lloyd (Debbie) Showalter, and Robert Showalter; uncle, Dr. John Rider; and several nieces & nephews. Services will be held at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, Allisonville Road in Fishers, with visitation from5:00 pm to the time of service. Rev. Russell Allanson and Wilbur Sutton will officiate. Burial will take place at a later date at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Greenwood. Memorial contributions may be made to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Indiana State Chapter, 3500 Depauw Blvd, Suite 1040, Indianapolis, IN Condolences: But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. - Matthew 9:36 50 Years Ago News: Five Carmel residents Tuesday sued the town of Carmel in an attempt to revoke annexation of a tract of land to be developed as a shopping center by the Keystone Square Corporation, Indianapolis. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Blake, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gregg, and Lester Hinshaw filed the suit yesterday afternoon in Hamilton Circuit Court. Sports: Noblesville s Millers captured almost everything in sight at the local Forest Park golf course Tuesday afternoon to dance away with the school s eighth consecutive championship in the annual Hamilton County cross country meet. Ad: Zeckel s: Navy Blue Double Breasted Blazer: $35. Lorene Cooper Griffiths January 17, October 16, 2016 Lorene Cooper Griffiths, 103, of Oxford, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 16, 2016 in Mulberry, IN. She was born on January 17, 1913 to Arthur and Cora Gwin Cooper on a farm near Templeton, IN. Lorene was a 1931 graduate of Oxford High School. She was a member of Oxford United Methodist Church where she served as church organist and choir director. In addition to her parents, Lorene was preceded in death by her loving husband, David Seifres Griffiths. Survivors include her children, David N. (Barbette), Robert L. (Connie), James A. (Mary), Mary Beth (Larry), William D. (Kay), Sara Jane (Michael), Joseph C., and John H. (Darla); 25 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren. Family and friends will gather on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 10 am in the Oxford United Methodist Church where the funeral service will begin at 12 noon. Burial will take place in the Justus Cemetery, immediately following the service. In memory of Lorene, contributions can be given to Oxford United Methodist Church. Envelopes will be available at the service. Please visit to read Lorene s complete obituary and share a memory. Arrangements: Bussell Family Funerals, Carmel-Westfield. Paul R. Beam September 11, October 16, 2016 Paul R. Beam, 89, of Noblesville, passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at IU Health North Hospital in Carmel. He was born on September 11, 1927 to Thomas and Marguerite (Siemens) Beam in Indianapolis. Paul was retired from Firestone after 43 years of service. He loved spending time with his family; and was a member of First Church of the Nazarene in Noblesville, where he was very actively involved. He enjoyed drawing and painting; and also liked motorcycles, cars, and racing. He is survived by his children, Kenneth (Sharona) Beam, Sherry (Larry) Payne and Raymond (Marcia) Beam, whom he had with his wife, Betty Beam, who passed away in 2005 after 57 years of marriage. Also surviving are his second wife (of 10 years), Mary J. Beam; step-sons, Stan (Susie) Owens, Eddie (Dana) Owens and Charles (Rhonda) Owens; two brothers, Karl (Gertrude) Beam and Lowell (Ardella) Beam; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and several nieces & nephews. In addition to his parents and first wife, Betty, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Ethel Miller and Joan Williams. Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at First Church of the Nazarene, 1399 Greenfield Avenue in Noblesville, with Leon Daugherty and Pastor Jesse Garner officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street. Burial will be at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville. Memorial contributions may be made to First Church of the Nazarene. Condolences: Additional obituaries appear on Page 4 Hamilton County Reporter Contact Information Phone Hamiltonconorthreporter@hotmail.com Publisher Jeff Jellison Hamiltonconorthreporter@hotmail.com Editor Don Jellison Hoosiermaba@aol.com Sports Editor Richie Hall Rhall1977@gmail.com Web Address Mailing Address PO Box190 Westfield, IN Subscripton Information Print Edition 3 months $18 6 months $34 1 Year $68 Daily Edition 6 months $25 1 Year $50

4 4 Obituaries and News Susan H. Leers January 30, October 5, 2016 Susan H. Leers, 71, of Westfield, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville. She was born on January 30, 1945 to the late Fred and Betty (Lee) Harden in Marion, Ohio. She is survived by her sons, Derek (Cherie) Cook and Devin (Rachelle) Cook; brothers, Vincent Harden, Scott Harden, and Mike Harden; and five grandchildren. Services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Randall & Roberts Funeral Center, 1685 Westfield Road in Noblesville, with Rev. Stanley R. Sutton officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 50 East 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN Condolences: William Edward Jenkins October 16, 2016 William Edward Jenks, 69, passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, October 16, He was a retired ordained minister, and had hobbies of camping, photography, and reading. Bill is survived by his wife, Betty (Reddix) Jenks; sister, Kathleen Jenks; three step-children, Jennifer, Jonathan (wife, Tiev), and Kristine (husband, Andrew); three grandchildren, Jeremy, Katelyn, and Megan; and daughter-in-law, Jamie. A private family memorial service will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, PO BOX , Topeka, KS 66675; or Fishers United Methodist Church Food Pantry, 9691 East 116th Street, Fishers, IN Condolences: Trunk or Treat at the Indiana State Police Museum on Oct. 29 The Indiana State Police Museum is calling all witches, goblins, superheroes, and zombies to come trick-or-treat with the Indiana State Police. Parents, mark your calendar to bring your costumed children to the annual Trunk or Treat from 3 to 5, Saturday, Oct. 29 at the Indiana State Police Museum, 8660 E. 21st St., Indianapolis. Troopers and local police officers will be on hand to give out candy from the trunks of cars to all children in costume. There will be games and craft activities for all visitors. Come early though, as our supply of "treats" is limited, but you won't run out of things to look at in the ISP Museum. Special thanks to Church Brothers Collision Repair for their generous donation to the Indiana State Police Alliance for this event. In case of rain, the event will continue as planned inside the Indiana State Police Museum. Homeschooling families unique enrichment opportunities Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation offers many programs for families who homeschool their children. Homeschool programs are designed to provide enriching recreation activities that encourage extracurricular learning and valuable social opportunities. Two upcoming programs for Homeschool families are Homeschool Creative Arts and Homeschool Gym. Homeschool Creative Arts sessions are designed for students who wish to go above and beyond state standards in a variety of subjects. Each seven-week course costs $98 per child. One course, focused on Singing and Dancing, will take place each Tuesday between Oct. 25 and Dec. 6. Another session, Intro to Theatre, will be offered weekly on Wednesdays beginning Oct. 26 through Dec. 7. Both courses will take place at the Monon Community Center. The next session for Homeschool Gym will begin on Nov. 7. This is a six-week course that will take place each Monday from 10 to 11 a.m. until Dec. 12 and costs $40 per child. This class can be counted toward required gym credits and teaches a variety of games, exercises and sports including floor hockey, basketball, soccer and more. "We're happy to offer programs designed for homeschool families," said Amanda Jackson, Program Supervisor at Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation. "These programs really help build on things that many kids are already interested in. These programs easily fit around their schoolwork and other obligations." For more information or questions regarding Homeschool programming at Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation, please contact Amanda Jackson at ajackson@carmelclayparks.com. Interested participants can register at this website: carmelclayparks.com.

5 News 5 Artistic rendering provided This is the artistic rendering for the planned IKEA store in Fishers. Groundbreaking for the store took place Tuesday, with the opening slated for Fall Hamilton East Public Library lists Here are the Hamilton East Public Library items lists for the week of Oct. 17, 2016: New Adult Fiction Books 1. The Queen's Accomplice: A Maggie Hope mystery; by Susan Elia MacNeal 2. Order to Kill; by Kyle Mills 3. Two by Two; by Nicholas Sparks 4. Underground Airlines; by Ben H. Winters 5. When the Night Comes: A novel; by Favel Parrett 6. The Woman in Cabin 10; by Ruth Ware 7. Magic Binds; by Ilona Andrews 8. Robert B. Parker's Debt to Pay; by Reed Farrel Coleman 9. The Bookshop on the Corner: A novel; by Jenny Colgan 10. Because I'm Watching; by Christina Dodd New Adult Nonfiction Books 1. My Child Is Sick!: Expert Advice for Managing Common Illnesses and Injuries; by Barton D. Schmitt 2. Sams Teach Yourself C++ in 24 Hours; by Rogers Cadenhead 3. The Leper Spy: The Story of an Unlikely Hero of World War II; by Ben Montgomery 4. Fodor s Essential Australia; by Fodor s Travel 5. Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction; by Elizabeth Vargas 6. Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living; by Shauna Niequist : The World in Revolt; by Simon Hall 8. ADHD Nation: Children, Doctors, Big Pharma, and the Making of an American Epidemic; by Alan Schwarz 9. All under Heaven: Recipes from the 35 Cuisines of China; Carolyn J. Phillips 10. Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy; by Cathy O'Neil Find The Reporter on Facebook New DVDs 1. God's Not Dead 2 2. Inspector Lewis - Series 8 3. The Huntsman: Winter's War 4. Captain America, Civil War 5. Churchill's Secret 6. The Darkness 7. Indian Summers. The complete second season 8. Longmire. The complete fourth season 9. The Man Who Knew Infinity 10. Narcos. Season one New Music CDs 1. If I'm Honest; by Blake Shelton 2. The Nice Guys: Original motion picture soundtrack; by Al Green 3. Pierced Arrow; by Rides 4. American Love; by Jake Owen 5. American Prodigal; by David Crowder 6. Live at the Hollywood Bowl; by The Beatles 7. Beulah, by John Paul White 8. Dig Your Roots; by Florida Georgia Line 9. Down in a Hole; by Kiefer Sutherland 10. Encore: Movie Partners Sing Broadway; by Barbra Streisand, singer Where every item tells a story... Old Picket Fence Bob Brehmer Bi-Centennial Pottery Indiana Stained Glass Antiques and more Vintage and Primitive Items Exclusive Noblesville distributor of Blue Bell Farms soy candles & wax melts Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 5 Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 Sunday Logan Street Noblesville

6 6 Sports Big Ten Conference selects Grand Park as site of men s soccer tournament Grand Park is gearing up to host the best men s collegiate soccer players in the nation, serving as host for the Big Ten Men s Soccer Tournaments for the 2016 and 2017 seasons. Following preliminary round play on campus sites, the semifinals and finals of the 2016 Big Ten Men s Soccer Tournament will occur at Grand Park on November 11 and 13. Not only will the event be Grand Park s first collegiate tournament, but it is also the Big Ten s first men s soccer tournament at a neutral location. We are excited for the opportunity to take the Big Ten Men s Soccer Tournament to Grand Park, said Big Ten Associate Commissioner for Sports Administration Wendy Fallen. When it was decided to move this event from campus to a neutral site, Grand Park quickly climbed to the top of our list. Our goal at our events is to produce a second-to-none experience for our students and fans and we look forward to continuing that tradition in collaboration with Grand Park. Four Big Ten men s soccer teams will play in semifinal matches Friday, November 11, at 12 and 2:30 The winning teams will face off for the conference tournament title on Sunday, November 13, at 2 All three games will be broadcast live on the Big Ten Network. Tickets to attend both semi-final games on Friday are $7 for students and $12 for adults. Tickets for the championship game on Sunday are $7 for students and $12 for adults. Call for group tickets and pricing. All tickets are general admission with limited seating available. Active military and veterans may attend for $1. Additionally, from November Grand Park will host the Men s College Showcase which is part of the North American College Showcase Series. More than 150 teams of players ages from 14 states and Canada will compete in front of college coaches and scouts. More than 4,000 spectators are expected at Grand Park for the Men s College Showcase and Big Ten Men s Soccer Tournament. We re excited to host the 2016 and 2017 Big Ten Men s Soccer Tournaments at Grand Park, said Westfield Mayor Andy Cook. Coupled with the Men s College Showcase, this weekend should be a special opportunity to showcase the Grand Park facilities, including the new Events Center. The large number of teams and spectators from other states will have a big impact on our local businesses. This event is made possible due in part by a $20,000 grant from Sports Indiana; obtained by the Hamilton County Sports Authority. Hawks get re-match with South Putnam By RICHIE HALL Reporter Sports Editor The Sheridan football team will begin its post-season quest against a team it remembers from last season. The Blackhawks host South Putnam at 7 Friday in the first round of Class 1A Sectional 45. Sheridan doesn't have fond memories of the Eagles from last year - they beat the 'Hawks in the first round. Both teams come in with similar records against difficult schedules. Sheridan is 5-4, playing seven of its nine games against Hoosier Heartland Conference teams. The Blackhawks were 4-0 in the East Division, then also played three West Division squads, including last week's face-off against 1A No. 6 Carroll for the overall HCC championship. The Comets won 41-14, and that has definitely snapped the 'Hawks to attention. "They realized that we didn't look great the other night," said Sheridan coach Bud Wright of his players. "We didn't play really good in the second half." The coach noted that his team gave up 21 points in less than five minutes during the fourth quarter. "They felt the loss, but I think they're coming back," said Wright. "They realize they got to come back and get the job done now or they're done." South Putnam is 4-5, but also plays a tough schedule. In fact, the Blackhawks are the first 1A team the Eagles will play this season. South Putnam won its finale with a 30-0 victory over Brown County, a Class 3A school, to claim ninth place in the Western Indiana Conference. South Putnam actually played Brown County twice, Kirk Green/File photo Sheridan s Joe Callahan has scored 16 touchdowns for the Blackhawks this season, and compiled 1646 yards on 280 carries. Sheridan will host South Putnam Friday in the first round of play in Class 1A Sectional 45.

7 Sports 7 Carmel leading the all-sports lists With the fall sports season winding up, Carmel is leading in the Metropolitan Conference all-sports standings. The Greyhound girls earned 31 points in the fall, just ahead of Center Grove's 28. Carmel's girls won conference championships in cross country, golf and soccer, and were runners-up to Center Grove in volleyball. In the boys standings, the 'Hounds scored 28 points to lead Center Grove by 2.5 points; the Trojans have 25.5 points. Carmel's boys are also MIC champions in cross country, and won tennis as well. The Greyhounds tied for second in soccer and tied for third in football. Here's a complete list of MIC results for the fall: GIRLS SPORTS Overall: Carmel 31, Center Grove 28, Lawrence North 23, North Central 19, Pike 12.5, Lawrence Central 10.5, Ben Davis 10, Warren Central 10. Cross country: Carmel 37, Lawrence North 57, Center Grove 68, Pike 90, North Central 125, Warren Central 168, Ben Davis 232, Lawrence Central 236. Golf: Carmel 312, Center Grove 361, Ben Davis 383, Lawrence North 439, North Central 441, Lawrence Central 490, Pike 500, Warren Central 516. Soccer: Carmel 7-0, Center Grove 6-1, North Central 5-2, Lawrence North 4-3, Lawrence Central 2-5, Pike 2-5, Warren Central 1-5-1, Ben Davis Volleyball: Center Grove 7-0, Carmel 6-1, Lawrence North 5-2, North Central 4-3, Warren Central 3-4, Lawrence Central 2-5, Pike 1-6, Ben Davis 0-7. BOYS SPORTS Overall: Carmel 28, Center Grove 25.5, North Central 24, Lawrence Central 15.5, Lawrence North 14.5, Ben Davis 13.5, Warren Central 13, Pike 10. Cross country: Carmel 25, North Central 80, Center Grove 84, Lawrence North 94, Lawrence Central 133, Pike 144, Ben Davis 173, Warren Central 196. Tennis: Carmel 54, North Central 34, Center Grove 27, Lawrence North 25, Lawrence Central 19, Ben Davis 10, Warren Central 9, Pike 2. Soccer: North Central 6-0-1, Carmel 4-1-2, Center Grove 4-1-2, Pike 4-3, Lawrence Central 2-2-3, Ben Davis 2-3-2, Warren Central 1-6, Lawrence North 0-7. Football: Warren Central 7-0, Center Grove 6-1, Ben Davis 4-3, Carmel 4-3, Lawrence Central 3-4, Lawrence North 3-4, North Central 1-6, Pike 0-7. Sheridan Probable Lineups Offense Defense QB, Drake Delph, So., 148 ILB, Kenny Burnell, Sr., 182 RB, Kyle Harwood, Sr., 250 ILB, Jesse Kolb, So., 180 RB, Gunnar Williams, Jr., 165 OLB, Cole Cummings, Jr., 145 FB, Joe Callahan, Jr., 165 OLB, Kyle Harwood, Sr., 250 WR, Brody Perry, Jr., 163 E, Hunter Pflugh, Jr., 230 TE, Rhett Williams, So., 200 E, Alex Gipson, Sr., 252 C, Karl Whaley, So., 260 N, Avery Bundy, Sr., 280 T, Ian Pence, So., 270 SAF, Joe Callahan, Jr., 165 T, Tanner Swindle, Jr., 258 SAF, Brody Perry, Jr., 163 G, Avery Bundy, Sr., 280 C, Gunnar Williams, Jr., 165 G, Chris Starks, Fr., 238 C, Caine Spencer, So., 135 HAWKS From Page 6 beating it 34-6 in Week 2 of the regular season. The Eagles were 0-5 in their conference's West Division, but consider who they played: Class 4A Northview, 3A schools Greencastle, West Vigo and Sullivan, and 2A North Putnam. By contrast, South Putnam went 4-0 when playing teams out of its division. Interestingly, all of the Eagles' non-division games were against teams in the Western Indiana's East Division - that meant victories over 4A Edgewood, 2A Cloverdale, and the two victories over 3A Brown County. "They're a solid football team," said Wright. "They've got an excellent running back." The coach also said South Putnam has two quarterbacks - one is a good passer, the other can run well. The Eagles' leading rusher is one of those quarterbacks, senior Kyle Shaffer. He has been dominant on the ground, with 1258 yards in 193 carries, including 15 touchdowns. Dalton Scott, a sophomore has carried the ball 41 times for 325 yards and scored three TDs. Christian Zeffel, a junior, has passed for 134 yards. South Putnam's leading receiver is senior Hunter Harris, who has nine catches for 201 yards, one of them a touchdown. Sheridan's leading rusher continues to be junior Joe Callahan, who has compiled 1646 yards on 280 carries, including 16 touchdowns. Sophomore quarterback Drake Delph has rushed the ball 98 times for 387 yards, five of them TDs. Delph has passed for 492 yards, and another five touchdowns. Junior Gunnar Williams has 16 catches for 153 yards and a TD, with Brody Perry getting 10 receptions for 190 yards and two touchdowns.

8 8 Sports Hamilton County girls basketball schedules Basketball season is just around the corner, with Indiana's high school girls basketball teams starting their official practices on Monday. The first girls games can take place on Oct. 31, but Hamilton County's teams will be waiting a few days before taking to the court. All nine teams will have their first games within a week of the official starting date. Hamilton Heights and Westfield will be the first local teams to tip off. The Huskies, under new coach Keegan Stansberry, host Brownsburg on Wednesday, Nov. 2; while Westfield will welcome Northwestern to The Rock that same night. The majority of teams will play their first game on Thursday, Nov. 3. Carmel hosts Lawrence Central, starting the season with a Metropolitan Conference game right off the bat. Fishers will go on the road to play Center Grove. Noblesville welcomes Lawrence North to The Mill, and University will host Eminence. Sheridan will start its season on Friday, Nov. 4, with the Blackhawks hosting Kokomo. Finally, Guerin Catholic will open play on Saturday, Nov. 5, traveling to Zionsville. Hamilton Southeastern will also begin its season on the road, participating in the Southport Classic. Here's a complete list of schedules. Courtesy John Harrell s website CARMEL Nov. 3, Lawrence Central, 7:30 Nov. 8, at Pendleton Heights, 7:30 Nov. 10, at Heritage Christian, 7:30 Nov. 15, at Zionsville, 7:30 Nov. 22, at Noblesville, 7:30 Nov. 25, Hamilton Southeastern, 2:30 Nov. 29, Lawrence North, 7:30 Dec. 2, at Warren Central, 7:30 Dec. 6, at Westfield, 7:30 Dec. 9, Brownsburg, 7:30 Dec. 16, North Central, 7:30 Dec. 20, at Jeffersonville, 7:30 Dec , Bedford North Lawrence Classic Jan. 6, Center Grove, 7:30 Jan. 7, Homestead, 2:30 Jan. 11, at Anderson, 7:30 Jan. 14, at Greenfield-Central, 6 Jan. 17, Fishers, 7:30 Jan. 20, Pike, 7:30 Jan. 24, at Indianapolis Cathedral, 7:30 Jan. 27, at Ben Davis, 7:30 FISHERS Nov. 3, at Center Grove, 7:30 Nov. 5, Southport Classic Nov. 9, at Anderson, 7:30 Nov. 12, Hamilton Southeastern Classic Nov. 18, Westfield, 7:30 Nov. 22, at Zionsville, 7:30 Nov. 26, New Castle, 7:30 Dec. 3, at Mooresville, 1:30 Dec. 6, at Plainfield, 7:30 Dec. 9, Noblesville, 7:30 Dec. 16, Hamilton Southeastern, 6, State Fairgrounds Dec , Southwestern Tournament Jan. 7, at North Central, 7:30 Jan. 13, at Brownsburg, 6 Jan. 17, at Carmel, 7:30 Jan. 21, at Avon, 2:30 Jan. 24, Lawrence North, 7:30 Jan. 27, Pike, 7:30 GUERIN CATHOLIC Nov. 5, at Zionsville, 7:30 Nov. 12, at Indianapolis Roncalli, 7:30 Nov. 16, Connersville, 7:30 Nov. 19, at Heritage Christian, 2:30 Nov. 22, Brebeuf Jesuit, 7:30 Nov , Robinson (Ill.) Tournament Nov. 29, at Indianapolis Chatard, 7:30 Dec. 3, at South Bend Riley, 5:30 Dec. 10, at Lafayette Jeff, 7:30 Dec. 17, at Hamilton Heights, 1:30 Dec. 21, Shelbyville, 7:30 Dec. 22, at Concord, 6 Dec. 27, Guerin Catholic Tournament Jan. 3, Bloomington North, 1:30

9 Sports 9 State individual tennis pairings set Four Hamilton County tennis players - two singles and a doubles team - will compete in the IHSAA's individual state tournament this weekend at Park Tudor. Eight players will compete in the singles tournament, led by Carmel junior Patrick Fletchall. He will take on Marion junior Riley Worland in a quarter-final match at 2 Friday. The winner will play either Franklin Community senior Noah Roberts or New Albany senior Logan Charbonneau in the Saturday morning semi-finals, which start at 10 a.m. In the bottom half of the Friday draw, Hamilton Southeastern senior Addison Cazier will play Evansville Memorial senior Brandon Wu in the quarter-finals, with the winner to play either Richmond's Eric Hollingsworth or Crown Point's Bryce Bonin in the semi-finals. Semi-final winners will play at 2 Saturday for the championship. In the doubles event, Carmel seniors Ethan McAndrews and Jay Natarajan received a bye into the semi-finals. They will await the winner of a Friday quarter-final between Floyd Central's team of junior Noah Neuhauser and senior Reed Plunkett and Penn seniors Mason Lee and Cole Pollyea. The doubles tournament consists of six teams. The Park Tudor squad of senior Jaren Katz and junior Will Emhardt also got a bye into the semis, and will take on the winner of Fort Wayne Carroll's senior team of Ryan Vanwyngarden and Grant Yager, or the Plainfield duo of senior Tyler West and junior Derek Wright. As with the singles tournament, the doubles begin with quarter-finals at 2 Friday. The semi-finals start at 10 a.m. Saturday with the championship at 2 Final IFCA football polls Courtesy the Indiana Football Coaches Association website 6A 1. Warren Central (9) 99 T2. Penn (1) 85 T2. Center Grove Ben Davis Brownsburg Carmel Cathedral Hamilton Southeastern Columbus North La Porte Columbus North 21 Others Receiving Votes: Lawrence Central 6, Avon 3, Homestead 2. 5A 1. Fort Wayne Snider (10) New Palestine 89 T3. Bloomington South 73 T3. Westfield Columbus East Mishawaka Decatur Central McCutcheon Michigan City 10 T10. Castle 9 T10. Goshen 9 Others Receiving Votes: Whiteland 7, Kokomo 5, Harrison 4, Concord 2. 4A 1. Roncalli (10) NorthWood New Haven Evansville Reitz East Central Bishop Dwenger East Central 31 T8. New Prairie 27 T8. Mississinewa Hobart 13 Others Receiving Votes: East Chicago Central 10, East Noble 9, Kankakee Valley 8, Franklin County 3, Shelbyville 2. 3A 1. Gibson Southern (9) Mishawaka Marian West Lafayette Concordia Lutheran (1) Guerin Catholic Tri-West Bishop Chatard Lawrenceburg Brebeuf Jesuit Southridge 6 Others Receiving Votes: Evansville Memorial 5, Brownstown Central 5, Hanover Central 3, Bishop Luers 2, Heritage Hills 1, Batesville 1. 2A 1. Woodlan (10) Eastbrook Whiting Scecina Evansville Mater Dei Cardinal Ritter Knox 35 T8. Bremen 25 T8. Monrovia Churubusco 14 Others Receiving Votes: Eastside 8, Milan 8, North Newton 7, Whitko 3, Howe 3, Triton Central 2, Lapel 2, Manchester 2. 1A 1. Lafayette Central Catholic (9) Linton Stockton (1) Pioneer West Washington Monroe Central Carroll Adams Central LaVille Northfield North Miami 15 Others Receiving Votes: Fountain Central 12, Lutheran 8, Shenandoah 2. SCHEDULES From Page 8 Jan. 6, Indianapolis Chatard, 6 Jan. 10, Harrison, 7:30 Jan. 17, Decatur Central, 7:30 Jan. 20, at Brebeuf Jesuit, 6 Jan. 21, Indianapolis Roncalli, 1:30 Jan. 27, at Lafayette Central Catholic, 6 Jan. 28, at Indianapolis Marshall, 2:30 HAMILTON HEIGHTS Nov. 2, Brownsburg, 7:30 Nov. 5, Danville, 7:30 Nov. 11, at Noblesville, 7:30 Nov. 15, at Frankton, 7:30 Nov. 18, at Eastern, 7:30 Nov. 26, at Mount Vernon, 1:30 Nov. 30, at Pendleton Heights, 7:30 Dec. 6, Northwestern, 7:30 Dec. 10, Lapel, 1:30 Dec. 17, Guerin Catholic, 1:30 Dec , East Central Tournament Jan. 5, at Lewis Cass, 7:30 Jan. 7, Westfield, 1:30 Jan. 10, at Western, 7:30 Jan. 14, at Tipton, 1:30 Jan. 17, Western Boone, 7:30 Jan. 19, Yorktown, 7:30 Jan. 21, Hoosier Conference playoffs Jan. 24, at Frankfort, 7:30 Jan. 26, at Lafayette Jeff, 7:30 HAMILTON SOUTHEASTERN Nov. 5, Southport Classic Nov. 8, New Castle, 7:30 Nov. 12, Hamilton Southeastern Classic Nov. 15, Perry Meridian, 7:30 Nov. 19, at Carroll (Fort Wayne), 7:30 Nov. 22, Brownsburg, 7:30 Nov. 25, at Carmel, 2:30 Nov. 30, at Noblesville, 7:30 Dec. 3, at Greenfield-Central, 1:30 Dec. 6, Pendleton Heights, 7:30 Dec. 9, at Avon, 7:30 Dec. 16, Fishers, 6, State Fairgrounds Dec. 22, Plainfield, 7:30 Dec , North Central Tournament Jan. 5, at Warren Central, 7:30 Jan. 13, Westfield, 6 Jan. 17, Lawrence North, 7:30 Jan. 21, Zionsville, 2:30 Jan. 24, at Pike, 7:30 NOBLESVILLE Nov. 3, Lawrence North, 7:30 Nov. 5, at Fort Wayne Snider, 6:30 Nov. 8, at Indianapolis Tech, 7:30 Nov. 11, Hamilton Heights, 7:30 Nov. 15, Lebanon, 7:30 Nov. 18, at Brownsburg, 7:30 Nov. 22, Carmel, 7:30 Nov. 26, Avon, 12:30 Nov. 30, Hamilton Southeastern, 7:30 Dec. 3, at North Central, 1:30 Dec. 9, at Fishers, 7:30 Dec. 13, at Anderson, 7:30 Dec. 17, Westfield, 1:30 Dec. 22, at Northwestern, 7:30 Dec. 27, Greensburg Tournament Jan. 4, at Kokomo, 7:30 Jan. 7, at Mount Vernon, 1:30 Jan. 13, Zionsville, 6 Jan. 19, at Heritage Christian, 7:30 Jan. 21, at Martinsville, 1:30 Jan. 25, Pendleton Heights, 7:30 SHERIDAN Nov. 4, Kokomo, 7:30 Nov. 12, Eastern, 7:30 Nov. 15, at Tri-West, 7:30 Nov. 19, at Elwood, 7:30 Dec. 2, at Taylor, 7:30 Dec. 6, Clinton Central, 7:30 Dec. 8, at Carroll (Flora), 7:30 Dec. 13, Clinton Prairie, 7:30 Dec. 17, Tri-Central, 12:30 Dec. 22, Attica, 7 Dec. 28, Lapel, 7:30 Dec. 30, at Tri, 10 a.m. Jan. 3, at Tipton, 7:30 Jan. 12, McCutcheon, 7:30 Jan. 13, Avon, 7:30 Jan. 24, Rossville, 7:30 UNIVERSITY Nov. 3, Eminence, 6 Nov. 8, at Park Tudor, 7:30 Nov. 11, at Clinton Central, 7:30 Nov. 15, Waldron, 7:30 Nov. 18, Traders Point Christian, 7 Nov. 19, at Brebeuf Jesuit, 7:30 Nov. 29, Bethesda Christian, 6:30 Dec. 1, at Anderson Prep Academy, 7:30 Dec. 6, at Indianapolis International, 6 Dec. 8, at Muncie Burris, 6 Dec. 10, Liberty Christian, 6 Dec. 15, Indiana Deaf, 6 Dec. 21, Seton Catholic, 6:30, Bankers Life Dec. 28, Tri-County (Mich.), 6 Dec. 29, Speedway Tournament Jan. 5, at Indianapolis Scecina, 7:30 Jan. 10, Indianapolis Lutheran, 7:30 Jan. 12, at Faith Christian, 6:30 Jan. 14, Pioneer Conference playoffs Jan. 20, at Triton Central, 8 Jan. 24, at Greenwood Christian, 7:30 Jan. 26, Indianapolis Broad Ripple, 6 WESTFIELD Nov. 2, Northwestern, 7:30 Nov. 5, Pendleton Heights, 7:30 Nov. 11, Western Boone, 7:30 Nov. 18, at Fishers, 7:30 Nov. 19, at Kokomo, 7:30 Nov. 26, at Greenwood, 1:30 Nov. 30, Mount Vernon, 7:30 Dec. 3, at Rushville, 1:30 Dec. 6, Carmel, 7:30 Dec. 9, Zionsville, 7:30 Dec. 13, Avon, 7:30 Dec. 17, at Noblesville, 1:30 Dec , Greenfield-Central Tournament Jan. 3, Indianapolis Chatard, 7:30 Jan. 7, at Hamilton Heights, 1:30 Jan. 13, at Hamilton Southeastern, 6 Jan. 18, New Castle, 7:30 Jan. 21, at Brownsburg, 7:30 Jan. 25, Indianapolis Tech, 7:30 Jan. 26, at Franklin Central, 7:30