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Noblesville is among a growing number of cities using cameras that automatically capture the license plate of every vehicle driving past them.
The technology has assisted in several investigations and helped locate missing people, according to police. A recent example of ALPR technology assisting the Noblesville Police Department with an investigation involved an alleged armed robbery in the parking lot of the Starbucks on Clover Road Dec. 10, 2025.
“Based on recent license-plate scans, officers used this information to anticipate the suspect’s likely route,” NPD Lt. Bruce Barnes said. “Officers relayed the intelligence to law enforcement partners in Madison County, who intercepted the suspect as he was returning to the Anderson area. The suspect was subsequently located and arrested.”
But some residents are pushing back, citing concerns about privacy and a lack of legislation in Indiana regulating use of the cameras, known as automatic license plate readers or ALPRs.
Noblesville began installing the cameras in 2022. There are 18 cameras in the city. Barnes said many factors affect the number of plates read each day, such as holidays and the day of the week.
“Our lowest ‘Unique Vehicle Volume’ in the last 30 days was 44,317 Dec. 25, and our highest was 123,262 Dec. 23,” Barnes said.
The highest during the fourth week of January was 92,438 Jan. 20.
Opponents, however, believe the cameras — which capture personal data without a warrant — violate the Constitutional protection of unreasonable search and seizure.
“Effectively, when you have them on every street corner, it’s like putting a tracker on your car,” said Walker Lasbury, executive director of Eyes Off Indiana, a grassroots organization advocating for oversight of ALPRs. “It genuinely can piece together, over a matter of time, where you go to church, who you’re seeing, your patterns of life. That is an absolute infringement of the Fourth Amendment.”
Courts in several states have ruled that ALPRs do not violate the Fourth Amendment, including last week in Norfolk, Virginia.
HOW IT WORKS
Noblesville uses Flock Safety ALPRs, a brand found in more than 5,000 communities in the U.S. The motion-activated cameras document the license plates of passing vehicles — as well its make, model and other identifying characteristics — and alerts police when it finds one that has been flagged.
Barnes said there are several types of alerts, including:
• Custom Hotlist by an Agency (Example: only vehicles reported to be involved in a criminal investigation)
• Non-Owned Custom Hotlists (Custom Hotlists shared between agencies) (Example: only vehicles reported to be involved in a criminal investigation)
According to the NPD, only authorized, trained and vetted NPD personnel can access ALPR data. Each user must complete required training and sign a user agreement prior to use. Data can only be searched as part of a criminal investigation and an associated reason must be entered as part of the search criteria.
In Noblesville, ALPR images are stored for 30 days and are automatically deleted after that period. Barnes said images connected to active investigations may be retained for evidentiary purposes only.
Barnes said the Professional Standards Division regularly audits ALPR usage to ensure compliance with policy and law and that the system isn’t being abused, as has happened in other states.
In Kansas, for example, a police chief used the technology more than 200 times in 2023 in an attempt to track his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend. In an earlier incident in the same state, a police lieutenant used ALPRs to stalk his estranged wife.
At times, departments will work together to track vehicles that travel across community lines. Barnes said the NPD shares ALPR data only with verified law enforcement partners to support regional crime prevention and investigation. No data collected by the ALPR is ever sold or purchased, according to Barnes.
A LACK OF REGULATION
Lasbury, a DePauw University student and 2024 Carmel High School graduate, said he is grateful the cameras can assist in dismantling theft rings and finding missing people. However, he is concerned the technology could be abused, especially in a state like Indiana with no regulations.
So, he founded Eyes Off Indiana, which informs Hoosiers about the issue and pushes for policy changes.
“Indiana has zero regulation on automated license plate reader cameras, meaning these cameras can take photos and retain them for as long as they want,” Lasbury said. “That could be a year. That could be 10 years, obviously that would be a technical nightmare, but they could. They could be selling it. For all we know, they could be sending it to federal agencies.”
Eyes Off Indiana has three policy goals Lasbury would like to see become state law:
• Strict retention limits — Regulations regarding how long nonrelevant data from the cameras may be stored
• Ban commercial sharing — Collected data may not be sold or shared with private vendors or brokers
• Transparency — ALPR searches should be logged, and public portals should show how the data is used, shared and deleted
Lasbury said his primary concern is how data captured by ALPRs is used.
“We are an advocate for police technology,” Lasbury said. “We think these cameras, when used properly, can actually help (the public) and law enforcement, but as they’re being used right now, it’s a detriment to both sides.”
Note: Current in Noblesville Managing Editor Jessica Todd contributed to this story.
King challenges Spartz
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Republican Scott A. King, a Noblesville resident, has announced his candidacy for Indiana’s 5th District congressional seat.
He is challenging incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz in the May 5 primary election. As of Jan. 29, no other Republican candidates had filed.
King, a U.S. Army veteran, has an electrical engineering background and said he is looking to “repair a broken country.”
— a term used to describe situations where public health initiatives, medical mandates or government-imposed health policies are viewed as authoritarian — and immigration.
He also said he wants to “garner clarity” regarding tariffs.
“I am going to actually do my best to reconcile us all toward a more fair-minded consciousness,” King said. “Being very pragmatic sometimes leads us to separate. We need more collective measures — behaviorally as well as fiscally. I intend to bring that fire along with me as I endeavor to grow (the) 5th District’s confidence in a new leader.”
King, 55, said his campaign will address cybersecurity, “medical tyranny”
“Tariffs, although a great revenue generator, were never meant to augment a taxation of the people,” King said. “They were meant in lieu of taxation of the citizens. I would like to address this in Washington once elected.”
King said he was interested in politics and leadership during his childhood, engaging in DECA, a global nonprofit student organization.
“I want to go to bat for (constituents) and try to set some new standards,” King said. “I’m going to address the things that have not been addressed, and I will not stop until I get answers for everybody for change.”
King can be found on Instagram at scottanthony_317 and X at ScottyK317.
With heavy and broken hearts, we share the passing of Michael Parker Preble January 20,2026, in Elyria, Ohio. Michael was born March 13, 1996, just minutes before his twin brother, David Connor Preble. Michaels parents are Traci Taylor Preble and William (Susan) Preble, and younger brother Matthew Preble.
Michael lived an adventurous and fun filled childhood. He and twin David were inseparable. Michael enjoyed reliving memories and telling stories of his growing up years. Michael, like many boys, enjoyed video games and gaming, but his real joy came from being outside. Michael enjoyed hunting and fishing, and pursuing physically challenging hobbies including mountain biking, motorcross, skiing and anything that pushed the limits.
dogs. He learned much about being a friend, loyalty, protection and unconditional love from his German Shepard, “Stoney”. “Hooch”, his grandmothers Golden Retriever, was Michaels real love. Looking back on Michael’s life, it makes sense. Hooch was professionally trained, but he never grew out of the “puppy stage” and trouble seemed to follow him wherever he went. He lived life by his own rules and schedule. Michales life was much the same; big hearted, carefree, living in the moment.
Michael was proceeded in death by his loving grandparents, Ralph & Sally Preble and Dr. Tom Taylor, and his loving dog companions, Stoney, Hooch, Calvin and Emmitt.
Michael most cherished his group of neighborhood friends, growing up in Potters Woods. The DeSalvo girls, Nick Carney, Connor Gunter, Tanner Bailey, Kade McCurdy and others filled his youth with fun, friendship, adventure and memories. His family is so appreciative of neighbors, friends, Scout members and leaders, teachers and family that influenced, guided, and loved him. Michael had a special love and bond with
Michael’s parents, brothers David and Matthew and family members will forever love, miss and hold Michael dear in our hearts, prayers, and minds. May he find peace and joy in his Heavenly life
Small Graveside Ceremony to be held January 31, 2026, at 5:30 at Evergreen Union Cemetery located at 616 Bridge Street, Waverly Ohio. Pastor Mark Pfeifer of Open Door Ministries will be presiding. Donations in lieu of flowers contact The Alpha House in Oberlin,Ohio https:// thealpha.house/
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Agape moving forward on expansion
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Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources, a nonprofit that uses horses to provide therapeutic, equine-assisted activities for children and adults with physical, emotional, cognitive and social disabilities, has selected Meyer Building as its construction partner for the development of its Stony Creek campus in Noblesville.
The 46.67-acre Stony Creek property off Ind. 38 will be Agape’s future headquarters and primary program site.
The project includes the construction of two indoor, all-weather arenas, one outdoor/open-air arena, 24 horse stalls, a small animal barn for mini horses, a hay barn, maintenance barn and a space for private boarding. In addition, Agape will renovate a historic 1800s-era barn to serve as an event and community gathering space.
The property, formerly a harvest festival and cut-your-own Christmas tree lot, was donated by a longtime supporter who recognized Agape’s growing need for space, according to the announcement. Agape currently operates in Cicero, where demand exceeds capacity, with a waitlist of more than 200 individuals.
“This campus will allow us to expand our impact, serve significantly more individuals and provide a permanent home where our horses and programs can thrive year-round,” stated Denisse Jensen, executive director of Agape. “It’s an investment in our mission, our community and the future of Agape.”
The total estimated investment for the Stony Creek project is $14 million. Agape plans to break ground on the hay barn this spring as a part of the relaunch of its Beyond the Barn campaign, with additional construction phases following as funding milestones are reached. For more, visit agaperiding.org.
Rendering of a future Agape building in Noblesville. (Rendering courtesy of Tammy Sander)
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Officials weigh in on House Bill 1001
House Bill 1001, which limits local governments’ ability to regulate housing development standards, is drawing additional criticism from Hamilton County officials.
The legislation, meant to address the need for affordable housing, prompted the Hamilton County Commissioners to release a statement.
“We are gravely concerned about the significant impact House Bill 1001 will have on Indiana’s communities,” the statement reads. “By preempting local planning and zoning authority, this legislation undermines the ability of local governments to shape the growth and development of their neighborhoods according to the unique needs of their residents.”
The commissioners stated that local officials are best positioned to evaluate land use, manage infrastructure and protect community housing interests.
“House Bill 1001 strips away these
critical decision-making powers, creating uncertainty for businesses and homeowners alike,” the commissioners stated. “Centralized, one-size-fits-all mandates ignore the diverse character and challenges of Indiana’s counties, cities and towns. This bill threatens to erode public input and local accountability, reducing the opportunity for residents to have a voice in the future of their communities.”
Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen said although HB 1001 has “good intentions,” it “misses the mark.”
“We have a statutory duty to provide new homes with water, sewer and road infrastructure, and to allow the public to weigh in on future development,” Jensen said. “This bill erodes all of that. Noblesville is leading the way with new housing on a yearly basis, and I would kindly ask our friends in the General Assembly to allow us to continue.”
The bill is under review by the House Committee on Local Government.
Council approves zoning, reviews funding appropriation
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
The Noblesville Common Council reviewed an ordinance regarding funding for Embrace Downtown and approved an ordinance regarding zoning for a residential development at its Jan. 27 meeting.
The next council meeting is at 6 p.m. Feb. 10 at City Hall, 16 S. 10th St.
WHAT HAPPENED: The council reviewed an ordinance for an additional appropriation in the civil city capital reserve project fund to supplement bond proceeds for the Embrace Downtown infrastructure project in Noblesville.
WHAT IT MEANS: City Engineer Ali Krupski said the ordinance is for an additional appropriation of $320,000. She said the amount will go toward the total project cost, which includes construction contingencies, optional fire suppression grants for downtown businesses and contractor early completion incentives. Besides the bonds, utility funds and Indiana American Water reimbursement funds will be used to fund construction. She said the money might not be used but is being appropriated in case it’s needed.
WHAT’S NEXT: A public hearing will be held on the appropriation at the Feb. 10 council meeting, and a vote will be taken. Construction is scheduled to begin on Phase 1 of Embrace Downtown Feb. 9 and conclude in November. The first phase of construction will be at Logan Street and
Site map for the Bending Branch residential development north and adjacent to 191st Street and east and adjacent to Moontown Road. (Map courtesy of meeting documents)
8th Street and will involve 45 days of closure.
WHAT HAPPENED: The council approved an ordinance in a 5-3 vote to change zoning from R1 singlefamily residential to R3 single-family residential for approximately 62 acres in the 5200-5300 block of E. 191st Street for the planned residential development Bending Branch.
WHAT IT MEANS: The Bending Branch development was originally approved by the council at its July 10, 2025 meeting. The original approval rezoned 100 acres of the project to R3 for the construction of 184 single-family dwellings. The amendment allows for the construction of an additional 121 dwellings, for a total of 305 single-family dwellings.
OBITUARY
Robert Todd Boyd, 70, of Noblesville, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on January 16, 2026. Bob was born in Columbus, Indiana, to parents Joseph Voris Boyd and Roberta Ruth Boyd (Todd). He leaves behind a legacy of quiet strength, steady kindness, and deep devotion to his family.
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A memorial service was held at 10:00 a.m., with a gathering that followed the service until 12:30pm, on Saturday, January
24, 2026, at Flanner Buchanan – Hamilton Memorial Park (Prairie Waters), 4180 Westfield Rd., Westfield, Indiana 46062.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s name to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (or mail to: National MS Society - P.O. Box 54879, Los Angeles, CA 90054) For his full obituary and online guestbook, visit www.flannerbuchanan.com
Trio earn induction into ISSA Hall of Fame
Editor’s note: Current entertainment editor Mark Ambrogi was inducted into the ISSA Hall of Fame in 2023.
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
The Indiana Sportswriters & Sportscasters Association Hall of Fame class of 2026 will feature two honorees with long-time Carmel ties and a Current Publishing editor.
Rick Morwick, Current newsroom director, will be joined by former sportswriter Jim Russell and sportscaster Vince Welch. Russell has lived in Carmel since 1983, and Welch lived in Carmel for more than 30 years before moving to Cicero last year. The
and Indiana Pacers for 25 years. He covered the Colts in the Super Bowl in 2007 and the Pacers in the NBA Finals in 2000. He covered several Indianapolis 500s, including the 100th running, and multiple IHSAA state finals. He conducted the final interviews with Johnson County legends George Crowe (Indiana’s first Mr. Basketball) and his brother Ray Crowe (Crispus Attucks High School fame) before their deaths.
and reporters in the state. I’m indebted to those early mentors who took a chance on hiring me and did so much to advance my career.”
Morwick, 63, left the Daily Journal in 2016 and joined Current newspapers.
Morwick, an Indianapolis resident, was named the ISSA Corky Lamm Sportswriter of the Year in 2014.
After graduating from Purdue University, Russell worked for the Greenfield Reporter, including three years as sports editor. He worked for Indiana Sports Weekly, a statewide weekly, before joining the Indianapolis News. During his 13 years at the News, he covered the Colts, high school sports,
Russell served as sports information director for the IHSAA from 1994 to 2001. Russell, who has been the football press box public address announcer since 1975, then was executive vice president for Delta Tau Delta Fraternity until retiring in 2018.
Welch, 61, spent 5 1/2 years on the WISH-TV sports team before moving to WNDY-TV, which was featuring IHSAA state championships and Indianapolis Indians games. He also broadcast his alma mater Ball State University’s basketball games for several years and covered the IndyCar Series on television or radio from 1996 through the 2014 season. Welch did 23 years of network TV, including 15 at ESPN and eight at Fox, primarily broadcasting motorsports.
COMEBACK STORY Starts
Morwick Russell
Fishers High School guard extends winning ways
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
For Fishers High School boys basketball coach Garrett Winegar, it’s easy to measure the strengths of junior Cooper Zachary.
“As a starting point guard for the Tigers, Cooper is 75-2,” Winegar said. “His consistency, work ethic and leadership have been key for us during that time. Winning a state title as a freshman starting point guard is remarkable and I don’t believe it has ever been done (before) at the (Class) 4A level.”
Winegar said the hard-working Zachary has improved in almost every facet.
“Cooper is a very well-rounded player, with very few weaknesses on the floor,” Winegar said. “His ball-handling, passing and shooting are obvious, but where I think he is most underrated is as a defender. Cooper is a relentless on-ball defender who sets the tone for us with his pressure. As a shooter, he has improved his ability to shoot off screens and come off screens more efficiently. Also, he has stretched his range.”
Winegar said Zachary has developed
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
COOPER ZACHARY
Favorite athlete: Steph Curry
Favorite subject: Math
Favorite musicians: Drake and Rod Wave.
Favorite TV show: “Outer Banks.”
Favorite movies: “Coach Carter” and “Cars 2”
into a coach on the floor. Zachary said he learned from teammates his first two seasons.
“I was blessed the past two years to have such great leaders in front of me,” he said. “My freshman and sophomore year I had Keenan Garner and JonAnthony Hall to look up to and get experience from them on what being a leader
looks like. Now, being a junior, I feel that I am the leader of my team and that I am the person the younger players look up to. I can’t thank those guys before me enough for preparing me.”
The Tigers beat Ben Davis to win the IHSAA Class 4A state championship in 2024 and lost in the 4A state final to Jeffersonville 67-66 in overtime last year.
As of Jan. 28, Fishers was 16-0.
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“The key to getting back to the state championship is doing the little things right, such as rest, eating, recovery, lifting, extra work outside of practice,” Zachary said.
Naturally, Zachary’s goal is to complete an unbeaten state championship season.
Zachary has school career records for 3-pointers with 170, assists with 347 and steals with 175. He has averages of 14.2 points, 5.3 assists and 2.7 steals per game in the first 16 games. His 3-point shooting percentage is 41 percent for the season and 46 percent for his career. He also has the team’s single-game assists record with 17.
“I give all the credit to my former and current teammates,” he said. “They make my job as a point guard easy.”
Zachary has several Division I scholarship offers, including from Ball State University, the University of Nevada, Kent State University, Toledo University, Bradley University and Purdue University-Fort Wayne.
“They all are special to me because I know that offers are hard to earn,” he said.
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Fishers High School junior point guard Cooper Zachary has school records in 3-pointers, assists and steals. (Photo courtesy of FHS Athletics)
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Franklin launches bid for 5th District Seat
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Muncie resident Jackson Franklin, a Democrat, has filed to run for Congress in Indiana’s 5th Congressional District, launching a grassroots campaign centered on the message “People Over Profits.”
Franklin will face Democrats State Sen. J.D. Ford, Steven Avitabile Avit and Todd Shelton in the May 5 primary election.
According to the announcement, Franklin is a paramedic and staff sergeant in the Army National Guard.
first, not corporate interests.”
Franklin’s campaign is powered by a diverse, grassroots coalition representing voices long ignored by politics as usual, according to the announcement.
“When lives are on the line, I’ve been there,” Franklin stated. “This campaign is about fighting for working families, dignity and leadership that puts people
“Our diversity isn’t a slogan, it’s our strength,” Franklin stated. “We bring lived experience and real solutions to a system that has failed too many for too long.”
Franklin emphasized readiness to serve with courage, discipline and compassion.
“This isn’t about ambition,” Franklin stated. “It’s about duty.”
Franklin was scheduled to hold a town hall Jan. 31 in Westfield.
For more, visit JacksonFranklinForCongress.com.
Wellington files candidacy
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Noblesville resident Devon Wellington, a Democrat, has announced her candidacy for the Indiana House of Representatives District 29 seat, which represents parts of Noblesville, Fishers and surrounding areas in Hamilton County.
“I am running because I believe every single Hoosier in District 29 deserves a representative who listens to their concerns and fights for their priorities,” Wellington stated. “I have listened, and the families of District 29 have made their priorities clear. They want a more affordable life,
strong public schools and real economic opportunities for themselves, their children and future generations.”
Wellington is an educational policy advocate consultant and small business owner. According to the announcement, she volunteers with her kids’ school, on Noblesville school district boards and with MadVoters. She and her husband, David, have one son and one daughter.
A campaign launch party is scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 6 at Forest Park Lodge in Noblesville. For more, email info@votedevon.com or visit votedevon.com.
DISPATCHES
Princess Ball tickets on sale — Noblesville Parks & Recreation has announced that tickets are on sale for the 2026 Princess Ball from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. March 14 at the Embassy Suites Noblesville. The Princess Ball is an annual event that invites children and their special guests to enjoy an evening filled with music, dancing, themed decorations, photo opportunities, crafts and desserts. The event is presented by the Noblesville Parks Foundation. Tickets can be purchased online at event.ontaptickets. com/events/princess-ball-3-14-2026
Embrace Downtown construction — As part of the Embrace Downtown project, work will begin at the 8th Street and Logan Street intersection on or after Feb. 9, weather permitting. The intersection is anticipated to be closed for 45 days to complete utility work. Signage indicating detour routes for vehicles and pedestrians will be available to help people navigate the area. For more, visit embracedowntownnoblesville.com.
CUTTING-EDGE OPERATION
Riverview Health acquires high-tech robotic surgery system
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
New technology is enhancing surgical procedures at Riverview Health.
Riverview Health has announced its latest addition to surgical capabilities — the DaVinci 5, an advanced robotic-assisted surgical system designed to enhance precision in minimally invasive procedures.
The hospital acquired two of the systems in early January. The first surgery with the new device was scheduled to be performed Jan. 28.
“By upgrading to the most advanced surgical technology available, we are ensuring that our patients have access to the safest, most effective procedures right here in their community,” said John Bowen, interim CEO of Riverview Health.
Riverview Health General Surgeon Dr. John Martin said Riverview has used robotic systems for a few years.
“We have an older version of the system that surgeons across subspecialties share, and we do a lot of cases on it,” Martin said. “As it currently stands, most of us are booked out so far into the future that we’ve been really clamoring for (the DaVinci 5) to be able to get more patients in and out of their operation without having to wait as long.”
Released in 2024 by Intuitive Surgical, Inc., the DaVinci 5 features improved 3D visualization and has 10,000 times more computing power than prior models. Martin said it also incorporates haptic feedback, a feature the prior model did not have.
“On the (previous model), I cannot feel what the instrument is feeling,” Martin said. “I don’t have a feedback loop to my hands and have to use visual cues to determine how much force I’m applying. The new robot, in addition to visual cues, gives force feedback directly to your hands. The thing that we’ve had to learn to interpret from visual cues, we’re now getting physically forced back into us at the machine. That’s a huge, huge, huge difference.”
Although the system is robotic, surgeons are in control the entire time. The system is used for a variety of procedures, ranging from gynecological surgeries to treat endometriosis to general surgeries treating colorectal cancer.
“In my world, we take out gallbladders and appendixes and we fix hernias,” Martin said. “I mean, anything you can imagine. It’s decreased the number of times we have to convert somebody to a big old-school open incision to get a surgery done.”
With the new technology, surgeons can perform complex procedures through smaller incisions, which Martin said typically results in shorter recovery times.
“The big difference is how long the patient is laid up
in the hospital and how much they hurt,” Martin said. “A lot of the surgeries we do are same-day surgery now, where a patient can come in and within 24 hours they’re back home and recovering. It’s not like in the old days. Overall, it’s much less pain, much less time
in recovery and much less time in the hospital.”
Martin said all Riverview surgeons are trained on robotic systems during residency and fellowship training.
“It has become standard practice, regardless of subspecialty, to be trained on how to use these systems,” Martin said. “As the updates come out, it’s not exactly like reinventing the wheel, because a lot of the things we have been asking for in terms of functionality and user friendliness on the current system, the new system addresses.”
Martin said the robotic systems bring modern health care to Hamilton County.
“From a health care system’s perspective, Riverview looks small on paper, even though our population is huge,” Martin said. “It’s bringing those technologies that you used to have to go downtown for out here. This is a lot closer for (patients), and a lot easier for them to access. We’re sort of meeting our patients where they are with tip of the spear medical technology.”
For more, visit riverview.org/services/ surgery-services/robotic-surgery.
HOW IT WORKS
During a DaVinci 5 robotic surgery, a high-definition camera, 3D vision and a magnified view translate movements into precise, real-time movements of the surgical instruments used by the doctor, who remains in control.
“If we’re going to do a case, we will go to the bedside, get the patient asleep, insert these trocar tubes into the patient’s abdomen and blow the patient’s abdomen with carbon dioxide gas to create space to work,” Riverview Health General Surgeon Dr. John Martin said. “Then we connect the (robotic) arms to the tubes, and the instruments pass in and out of the tubes that are controlled by the robotic arms.”
The system’s tower houses “the brain” of the robot,
according to Martin.
“It has all the electrical devices we use for suctioning, and the devices we use to control the power and the movements and the video and the gas inflation,” Martin said.
The surgeon sits at the system’s console.
“I lock my arms into the console and control the movements of the robot,” Martin said. “Any movement or motion that I do with the console in human sized space gets articulated down to lego person size space. It shrinks the movements down so I can be in tight spaces doing finesse movements in order to perform the operation.”
ON THE COVER: A surgeon works the console of the DaVinci 5 during a procedure. (Photo courtesy of Intuitive Surgical, Inc.)
The DaVinci 5 tower controls the power, movements, video and gas inflation. (Photo courtesy of Intuitive Surgical, Inc.)
Riverview Health General Surgeon Dr. John Martin in the console of the DaVinci 5 robotic-assisted surgical system. (Photo courtesy of Riverview Health)
The components of the DaVinci 5 surgical system. (Photo courtesy of Intuitive Surgical, Inc)
Commentary by Larry Greene
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• The expanded layout creates a dedicated dining area while improving overall flow between the kitchen and living spaces.
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• A covered porch extends the living space outdoors and provides year-round usability.
• The final design feels cohesive and intentional, blending seamlessly with the existing home.
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‘Mr. Las Vegas’ set to share memories in Allied Solutions Center debut
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
For legendary singer Wayne Newton, performing has always come naturally.
“The truth of the matter is, I’m probably the most comfortable on stage than I am anywhere in the world,” Newton said. “So, performing is something I’ve been doing since I was 3 years old, so there is no reason to change it unless there’s some physical reason and there isn’t. So, I just keep on keeping on.”
Newton will perform on his “Memories & Melodies” tour at 8 p.m. Feb. 14 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. It will be Newton’s debut at the Palladium.
Newton, 83, has a three-day-a-week residency at Bugsy’s Cabaret at the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel in Las Vegas.
“It’s good for me and also my group that we don’t get married to just doing Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays,” Newton said.
The Flamingo was the first casino where Newton headlined.
“Being back at the Flamingo is like coming home,” he said. “I’ve played Caesars Palace. I played almost every hotel in Las Vegas over the years and being back at the Flamingo is really special for me.”
Newton, nicknamed “Mr. Last Vegas,” has built a global fanbase from his decades of performing.
“We’ve been in Vegas so long that we have built a pocket of people who follow us, no matter where they are living in the United States,” Newton said.
Newton’s signature song is “Danke Schoen.” Other hits that are concert staples are “Red Roses for a Blue Lady,” “Daddy, Don’t You Walk So Fast” and “Summer Wind.”
“We work all of my earlier hits into the show,” he said. “Depending on the audience, (the setlist) changes every
night, but it’s primarily those songs I get asked for constantly.”
Newton started performing in Las Vegas at age 15.
“We did six shows six nights a week, and that went on for five years,” he said. “Then I graduated to (larger rooms), and that’s two shows a night, seven nights a week when it started. It’s only in the last two to three years, Vegas has gone to one show a night. I’ve probably done in excess of 40,000 or 50,000 shows there.”
Newton said he talks about the people who have been instrumental in his career.
“I mean, major stars who stepped up when I needed some help,” he said. “The show is really about the memories and the melodies.”
Besides music, Newton’s other passion is Arabian horses. He owns between 30 and 35 on a 35-acre ranch. He said he has bred and sold more than 500 Arabian horses through the years.
Newton was born in Virginia but moved to Arizona when he was 8 years old because of bronchial asthma.
“The doctors insisted my parents move, so we did,” he said. “I lived there until I was 15, and that’s when I came to Las Vegas. The asthma really hasn’t been a problem since I moved to Arizona. If I’m in a place with inclement weather, I make sure I don’t spend more time than I should. That is about a two-week window.”
For tickets, visit thecenterpresents. org. For more, visit waynenewton. com.
‘THE MOUSETRAP’
“The Mousetrap” runs through Feb. 15 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards. com.
FEINSTEIN’S CABARET
“Because of You … A Tribute to Tony Bennett” is set for Feb. 5, followed by “Forever Simon & Garfunkel: Feb. 6-7 at Feinstein’s cabaret at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.
‘LUCKY STIFF’
Actors Theatre of Indiana presents “Lucky Stiff” through Feb. 15 at the Studio Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit atistage.org.
“THE
GREAT GATSBY”
Civic Theatre presents “The Great Gatsby” Feb. 6-21 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.
‘WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’
“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare” is set for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6-7 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. For more, visit thecat.biz.
‘AN EVENING OF LOVE & HOPE”
Anthony Nunziata’s “An Evening of Love & Hope” benefit concert, featuring members of Actors Theatre of Indiana and Ashley Nicole Soprano, is set for 7 p.m. Feb. 6 (rescheduled from Dec. 13) at Broadway United Methodist Church, Indianapolis. For more, visit atistage.org.
‘ALMOST, MAINE’
Main Street Productions presents “Almost, Maine” Feb 5-15 at the Basile Westfield Playhouse. For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.
Wayne Newton will make his debut Feb. 14 at the Allied Solutions Center in Carmel. (Photo courtesy of Allied Solutions Center)
Grey to feature new album
By Alan Sculley editorial@youarecurrent.com
Perhaps you remember the old Paul Masson wine advertisements built around the line, “We will sell no wine before its time.” JJ Grey, quite unintentionally, followed a variation on that philosophy in making his latest album “Olustee.”
Over a career that was launched with the 2001 album “Backwater,” Grey had delivered his six most recent studio albums over an eight-year span, with “Ol’ Glory” culminating that prolific run with its release in 2015. It took Grey that same amount of time to finish “Olustee.” Grey & Mofro will feature songs from that album at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
Ironically, the project got off to a fast start, and for a time, it looked like Grey might have a quick follow-up album to “Ol’ Glory.”
“After ‘Old Glory’ came out, it probably wasn’t even 18 months, a year and a half or whatever, that I was back in the studio and had recorded the basic tracks for a song called ‘Free High.’ That was recorded then. ‘Starry Night,’ that was recorded then,” Grey said. “And there was one other one, ‘Top of the World.’ Those three songs were recorded, the music, immediately after ‘Old Glory’ coming out. And I had placeholder kind of singing, sometimes with words, sometimes it just sounded like words. I was struggling, let me back up, I wasn’t struggling because if there’s a struggle, you have to actually try. This one, I was just not writing the lyrics and not singing it.”
Grey kept waiting for inspiration –
all the way until spring of 2023. That’s when a friend who worked in real estate showed Grey a building along the St. Marys River in north Florida. Grey immediately realized the unique structure would work as a studio-rehearsal space.
“It was incredible. It used to be a boys home and it was a crazy three-story octagon building,” Grey said. “In March, I made an offer and in April, they handed me the keys,”
Grey put his new acquisition to immediate use and tackled the lyrics and vocal melodies he needed to finish the “Olustee” album.
“I moved a temporary control room in overlooking the downstairs and I set my gear up,” he said. “I sat down and went in there and within a week I had everything written, recorded and done. It didn’t even take a week to do it. And when I say a week, I don’t mean a week’s worth of recording. I wasn’t in there a couple of hours each day. It took me four or five days, a couple of hours each day.”
Having already done an extensive tour with an 11-piece band, Grey is back with another run of shows, playing a wide-ranging song set.
For more, visit thecenterpresents.org
JJ Grey & Mofro will perform at the Payne & Mencias Palladium in Carmel Feb. 22.
(Photo courtesy of Everett Zuraw)
Ensemble cast prepares for ‘Almost, Maine’
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Hannah Partridge formed an immediate attraction to “Almost, Maine.”
“I’ve been very familiar with this script for several years,” she said. “I saw a production of this in 2019, and I just thought the script was so charming and sweet and just like a really fun premise. So, I had my eyes peeled for when another theater would do it. When I saw they were doing it here, I was super excited to do it.”
The Carmel resident will perform in one of the nine vignettes of Main Street Productions’ presentation of “Almost, Maine,” which runs Feb. 5-15 at Basile Westfield Playhouse.
Each vignette features a relationship of two people on a night in February in the fictional town of Almost, Maine. The scene involves characters seeing the Northern Lights at the same time.
“Each story is a different phase of the relationship,” Partridge said.
Partridge’s scene involves meeting a person in her building for the first time. Her scene partner is Indianapolis resident Austin Uebelhor, who plays Steve.
“Steve is interesting because he physically cannot feel pain,” Uebelhor said.
“I get hit by an ironing board and I have to do the best I can to just take it on the head and pretend nothing happened.”
Noblesville resident Kathy Watson is the director.
“It was written to be performed with only four actors,” she said. “I decided to use a cast of 17. I like having all the different faces, and it gives people a more pivotal role, even though it’s only 10 to 15 minutes long.”
Bill Miller is the producer, assistant director and technical director. He said having a larger cast helps in many ways.
“It allows the cast members to only have a short amount of lines that they have to memorize, and we had an abbreviated rehearsal schedule because of the holidays,” he said.
Indianapolis resident Grant Bowen, who performs in the show, likes the collaboration aspect of the vignette.
“We’ve got to make sure these 10 minutes on stage look like we’ve been together for 11 years, so that’s where most of the brainstorming comes in,” he said.
Karen Cones, an Indianapolis resident who runs the box office at the venue and is the costume manager, also performs in the show.
For more, visit westfieldplayhouse. org.
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JR. CIVIC SUMMER CAMP
LITTLE STAGES
Making the arts accessible to all
Commentary by Jeffrey C. McDermott
When we think about a live arts or entertainment experience, we often imagine the excitement of the performance, the beauty of the venue and the joy of community. But for many of our neighbors, that experience comes with challenges most of us never consider.
At Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, we’re working to change that reality with accessibility upgrades that reflect a simple but powerful belief: the arts should be welcoming to everyone in our community, regardless of ability.
People with autism, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, PTSD and other conditions often find everyday sounds, lights and crowds to be overwhelming or even painful. But now at our flagship venue, the Payne & Mencias Palladium, visitors can obtain sensory bags containing noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses and fidget tools to ease anxiety. Signs mark “Headphone Zones” where loud sounds might be encountered and a designated quiet room
where anyone feeling overwhelmed can take a break. Our staff receives annual training to better serve guests with sensory needs.
And we didn’t stop there. While our venues have always been ADA compliant, we wanted to go beyond those minimum requirements. We hired a consultant with disabilities to experience our events firsthand and provide feedback, resulting in meaningful changes: We’ve doubled our accessible parking spaces. We’ve repositioned automatic door buttons to be more reachable, installed touchless door openers in restrooms and updated our elevator signage with braille and high-contrast type.
Upcoming improvements will include assistive listening technology and safety handrails. Our website also now includes an on-screen UserWay widget.
29D05-2512-PL-013908
Hamilton Superior Court 5
SUMMONS - SERVICE BY PUBLICATION
Filed: 12/16/2025 9:41 AM Clerk Hamilton County, Indiana
STATE OF INDIANA ) IN THE HAMILTON CIRCUIT/SUPERIOR COURT ) SS:
COUNTY OF HAMILTON ) CAUSE NO. 29D05-2512-PL-013908
PEBBLE BROOK VILLAS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, ) Plaintiff, ) v. )
JEFFREY P. JOHNSON TRUST, THE CITY OF NOBLESVILLE ) UTILITIES, ET AL., “THE WORLD”, ) Defendants. )
NOTICE OF SUIT
You are notified that you have been sued in the above-referenced Court.
This Summons and Notice of Publication is directed to the following persons who may have an interest in the following described real estate located in Hamilton County, Indiana that is the subject of this proceeding, and whose whereabouts are known to Plaintiff as follows: Jeffrey P. Johnson Trust, The City of Noblesville Utilities, and John Doe/Mary Doe as Unknown Occupants, Et Al., “The World”.
Lot Numbered 22A in Pebble Brook Villas, Secondary Plat, as per plat thereof recorded January 22, 2018 as Instrument No. 2018002861 in Plat Cabinet 5, Slide 784, in the Office of the Recorder of Hamilton County, Indiana.
Commonly known as: 4999 East Amesbury Place, Noblesville, IN 46062
Tax Parcel ID No.: 10-06-33-00-12-041.000 and 29-06-33-012-041.000-013
And all other persons claiming any right, title or interest in the described real estate herein, through or under them or any other person or entity, the names of all who are unknown to the Plaintiff.
In addition to the above-named Defendants being served by this summons, there may be other Defendants who have an interest in this lawsuit.
If you have a claim for relief against the Plaintiff arising from the same transaction or occurrence, you must assert it in your written answer.
The Publication of Notice is given pursuant to Indiana Code 32-20-3-14 and Indiana Code 43-21-1. You must answer the Complaint in writing, by you or your attorney, on or before the 5th day of March, 2026, the (same being within thirty (30) days after the Third Notice of this Suit), and if you fail to do so, a judgment will be entered against you for what the Plaintiff have demanded.
ATTEST: BY: /s/ Jynell D. Berkshire
/s/ Kathy Kreag Williams Jynell D. Berkshire #21999-49 Clerk of Court BERKSHIRE LAW GROUP
1320 E. Vermont Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Phone: (317) 434-3000
Email: jynell@berkshirelawllc.com
Counsel for Plaintiff
Jeffrey C. McDermott is the president and CEO of Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts
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